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The Citizen, 2008-05-08, Page 8SportsPAGE 8. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2008. It was very exciting at the Cranbrook Hall Friday night as there were 8 3/4 tables of euchre players. It was hosted by Leslie and Yvonne Knight, Neil Hatt and Edna McLellan. Share the wealth was won by John Subject and Norm Dobson. The travelling lone hand was won by Dorothy Dilworth. Other winners were: ladies’ high, Helen Dobson; ladies’ low, Isabelle Bremner; ladies’lone hands, Leanne Minielly; high man, John Subject; low man, Murray Hoover; men’s lone hands, Neil Hatt. The following were the lucky tally winners: Jim Minielly, Mary Huether, Raymond Kingsley, Sharon Freeman, Adrian Verstoep, Viola Adams, Norm Dobson, Margaret Peebles, Joan Jacobs, Myrna Burnett, George Somers, Beryl Smith,Allan Edgar and Iola Subject. The next euchre will be held on Friday, May 16 at 8 p.m. Girls on the field The Palmerston Marlin 91s, which includes local players started the season this past weekend. Back row, from left: coach Dave McEachern, Lauren Bouillon, Bryanna McNall, Leslie Rowsell, Paige Turton, Ashley McEachern, head coach David Turton. Front: Val Harrison-Rowsell, Lynn Boyer, Brianne Wheeler, Kaitlyn Baker, Lauren Kelly, Katie Feltz. (Photo submitted) The Palmerston Marlin 91s had their kick-off weekend May 3 and 4 in Brantford. Saturday, May 3 the team played only four innings against Byron 1 because of a rain delay, but were winning 8-6. The rest of the games on Saturdays were cancelled because of the rainy weather. On Sunday, May 4 games resumed. The 91s lost against Ancaster 1, 5-0. Later in the day they won against Six Nations by a score of 8-2. Bull-y for them! The Wingham Bulls had their sponsor appreciation and award banquet in April. The award winners for this year, are, from left: Brad Robinson, top defenceman; Zack O’Kraftka, best defensive player; Trevor Seip, coaches’ award; Scott Thompson, top scorer; Brad Hayter, most valuable player and Mike Bean, most improved player. (Photo submitted) The Wingham Bulls Senior hockey team wrapped up a rather disappointing year with their banquet/sponsor appreciation evening on April 19. Bulls president, Jason Goodall expressed his appreciation to the core group of dedicated players who exhibited great tenacity and sportsmanship throughout the season. During the evening, it was announced that John Stewart would not be returning as manager for the 2008/2009 season due to other commitments. Stewart has been the manager of the team for four years and the Bulls executive expressed their appreciation for his dedication and commitment to the team during those years. Coach Larry Lane, who stepped up this season to fill a vacancy in the coaching staff, will not be returning for another year. Team president/coach, Jason Goodall will also be stepping down from both positions; he and Stewart will remain on the executive. Both Goodall and Stewart expressed that they felt the team needed a new infusion of talented people to lead the team in the future. In the interim, Jay Marston has agreed to take over the responsibilities of president of the team. He will lead the search for a new manager and coaching staff for next season. If anyone is interested in these positions, or in joining the executive you are urged to contact Marston at 519-357-2897. Barons at home Friday Wingham Bulls face total turnover in coaching staff Continued from page 1 Organizers met with the league proposing the team. They were unanimously approved by vote, said McDonald. Sponsorship came in the form of Elliott Nixon Insurance Brokers. “We’re very glad they supported us. It’s expensive to get a team started,” said McDonald. The first home game for the Blyth Barons is May 9 at 7:30 p.m. Most of the home games are Friday evenings with a couple of Sunday afternoon ones thrown into the mix. McDonald hopes everyone will come out to support Blyth’s newest team. “We are pretty excited about having this team in Blyth.” Season begins for Marlin 91s Anyone interested in playing Brussels Men’s Town League Slow Pitch 19 and over Contact: Jeff 519-887-9790 Mike 519-887-6449 League starts May 20th Blyth Barons Home Schedule Date Visitor Home Time Friday, May 9 Atwood Avengers Blyth 7:30 pm Friday, May 16 Walton Brewers Blyth 7:30 pm Friday, May 30 Brussels Tigers Blyth 7:30 pm Sunday, June 1 Walton Brewers Blyth 2:00 pm Friday, June 6 Goderich Gators Blyth 7:30 pm Friday, June 13 Zurich Rangers Blyth 7:30 pm Friday, June 20 Goderich Gators Blyth 7:30 pm Friday, June 27 Goderich Orioles Blyth 7:30 pm Friday, July 11 Exeter Braves Blyth 7:30 pm Friday, July 18 Belmore Blyth 7:30 pm Sunday, July 20 Atwood Avengers Blyth 2:00 pm Friday, July 25 Zurich Rangers Blyth 7:30 pm Friday, August 8 Brussels Tigers Blyth 7:30 pm It’s been a long time but a mix of veteran experience and young blood will be bringing men’s fastball back to Blyth after a 12 year absence. Friday nights and Sunday afternoons, the Blyth Barons will host teams from the Huron County Fastball League. The Barons would like to thank Elliott Nixon Insurance Brokers for sponsoring the team and providing uniforms for the upcoming season. The first home game will be Friday, May 9th at 7:30 pm. Come on out and support your home team. 8 3/4 tables in play at Cranbrook euchre BUY? SELL? TRY CLASSIFIED