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The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, October 5,1994 7 ' If they haven't done so already, ; management staff of the Bowman- ; ville Eagles and members of the 1 Community Services Department • are strongly urged to get together. 1 I take you back to last spring, iwhen the Eagles were marching to- ; wards a berth in the Ontario finals. Î That march was stalled in over- itime of game seven of their semi- !" final series against the Rockton Real 'McCoys. Many will remember the shoehorn shoehorn crowd that packed the Recreation Recreation Complex for the game. Also many recall the goal that Gary Armstrong Armstrong scored with 22 seconds left in regulation time to send the game into overtime. Everyone remembers the goal Rockton scored to end the season. What people won't remember is that the game was switched from its original date, forcing the teams to play games six and seven of the series series on consecutive nights. The reason? A home show was booked into the Recreation Complex, Complex, and a required number of days were needed to set up. That same problem could surface again this year. It's still early in the season, and there is plenty of time left to prove me wrong, but after attending games for the past five seasons, this year's edition, by far, is the best team that the Bowmanvillc Eagles have iced in that time frame. The coaches and management staff may cringe at this revelation, but this team could go beyond the accomplishments of last year. The team has more depth than the one last year, which, against Rockton, Rockton, was the difference in the series. Bowmanvillc had the best three or four players in the series, but at that level, those few players can't carry a team into the finals. That's where this year's edition differs. They probably have one of the top three players in the whole province province in Curtis Hodgins, who, if healthy, could top 120 points this year. But it's the supporting cast that has impressed thus far. In" their home opener opener against Uxbridge on Sunday night, Bow- manville looked to have a good balance in their line combinations. All four lines looked capable capable of providing some offence, as well as not hurting the club in the defensive zone. The defence, though young, is big and will improve. While in goal, Barry Crawford will receive the bulk of the work, and if last year is any indication, he won't disappoint disappoint And this is a team that could get even better. Even as they opened on Sunday night recent cuts from leagues much higher than Jr. C continued continued to filter in following the game, looking for an opportunity for a try-out Bowmanvillc has built a winner, and everyone wants to be a part of it. Should dealings with Jason McQuat work out in Bowmanville's favour, he will be one of the last remaining remaining pieces to the puzzle that the team will need to make a formidable formidable run at an Ontario championship. championship. He won't have the same impact impact that Clair Cornish had on the league when he signed with Port Perry after leaving the Oshawa Generals. Though I remain in the minority, I still maintain that if Cornish's appendix appendix didn't rupture during last year's league final, Port Perry wouldn't have squandered their 3-1 series lead to Bowmanvillc. McQuat doesn't have those same credentials, but he will add a dimension dimension to the club that would be welcomed. It's hard to place any criticism on an organization that has worked hard over the off-season to recruit players to play here this year. But what the strong recruiting drive has done is dashed the hopes of local players wishing to make the team. The Eagles are no longer a team with a majority of local Hockey ÆÊËk by Brad Kelly .m players, but rather a team representative representative of the Durham Region. On their current roster, only nine players have any significant ties to the minor hockey systems of Clar- ington. It's likely that three, possibly four, of those players won't be with the team by Christmas. There was an interesting comment comment made following the opening game of the exhibition schedule, a game in which Bowman ville beat Port Perry. Bowmanville's lineup was mainly comprised of players from the local minor hockey system. It was noted that the team that particular night, could probably be competitive in the league, and challenge challenge for a league title. But, after back-to-back league titles, titles, and a that no longer is good enough That is a perfect example of the talent that is needed to win a championship championship beyond the league. This franchise wants an Ontario championship, and there is nothing wrong with that. Getting the best players to accomplish accomplish that goal is certainly their perogative. When it's over, and another another sell-out crowd files out of the Recreation Complex, nobody will care where each player lives. Of course, if they don't achieve their goal, second-guessing of the lack of local players will begin. Such is sports. With all of this in mind, some advanced advanced discussions should proceed regarding the availability of the Recreation Recreation Complex in April. Everyone can take a lesson from the current baseball and hockey strikes. Don't leave negotiations to the last minute, when potential problems problems can be avoided well in advance. advance. The DYSL under-10 soccer team, sponsored by Baker Construction, enjoyed a most successful year. This is evident by the trophies that the coaching staff and team members are holding in the above photo. The team won both the league and playoff championship recently. Team members include, front row, (1- .... r ). Sean Lefort, Eric Shah, Jonathan Prins, Ben Wannamaker, Michael Bennett, Jesse Smilie, Kyle • xJr semi ' tinals > Mackenzie. Middle row, (1-r), Garrett Nemisz, Bradley Bakker, Colin Baker, Brad Perry, Erik Downing !MS Pnn " Tyler Brown, Jeff Larsh, Mike Bertoni, Andrew King. Back row, (1-r), Gary Nemisz (coach), James Baker (asst, coach), Tony Shah (asst, coach), Dave Larsh (coach). Central Soccer League Soccer Championship Mason Windows Under-10 Team Defeats Whitby The Darlington under-10 representative representative team was crowned Central Soccer League champions last weekend. The team, which is sponsored sponsored by Baker Construction, defeated defeated Whitby over the weekend to capture capture the league honors. Darlington had two games and both were against Whitby. The first game on Saturday was for the CSL Cup, a tournament that runs throughout the year. The game was played in Esther Shiner Stadium, which was a thrill for the players and meant that the spectators could leave their lawn chairs behind. The game was scoreless for the first half and most of the second. Whitby had managed only a few shots on net, but struck with only ten minutes left in the game for a goal. Darlington pressed hard but could not find the net. Whitby won the game 1-0. The players were awarded their league championship trophies and the Cup finalist trophy following the game. . , ^ , The very next day, the two teams AflA fist fiporn HA met again. This time, they were vy- rvyan101 tucuiynia ingfor ^ PremierDivision , ff finals. MoJacks Open Regular Season With 3-0 Shutout Knox Runners Win Christian Meet For the third year in a row, the cross-country running team from Knox Christian School won the overall points championship at a competition held in Peterborough on September 28. Nine Christian North Central, schools were represented at the regional meet. Athletes from Knox who finished in the top five of their division include, front row, (1-r), Johnathon Prins, Bradley Bakker. Middle row, (1-r), Eric Talsma, Brenda Jaspers-Faycr, Tina Talsma, Jonathon Helmus. Back row, (1- r), Michael VanDcrHerberg, Jason Bakker, Marie Spoelstra. The Port Perry MoJacks opened their Central Ontario Jr. C season with a 3-0 victory on home ice Sunday Sunday night over the Georgina Ice, the newest entry into the league. Mike Pigeau, Todd Stirling, and Ian Titterton scored for the MoJacks, MoJacks, who led 1-0 after the opening period, and 3-0 after the second. Rick Hutchinson turned aside 25 shots to preserve the shutout. A total of 17 minor penalties were called against Georgina, while Port Perry was slapped with 18 minors. minors. Soccer Player Breaks Record Durham Christian High School graduate Chris Hull became the all- time soccer scoring leader in Dordt College history last week. His two goals in a 6-0 win at Pillsbury raised his career total to 65, two more than the previous record holder. Hull has six goals already this season in the team's first five games. He scored three goals earlier in the season in a 5-0 win against by Ted Denny Cowan Pontiac-Buick Daytime Running Lights Daytime running lights arc important and here arc a few good reasons why. - A vehicle using daytime running lights is much more easily seen at greater distances and under all driving conditions, a high percentage of accidents occur because the driver docs not see the other vehicle or incorrectly judges the distance of the speed. . - It's easier to spot a vehicle approaching from the other direction on undivided roads. - Vehicles passing or changing lanes arc easier to spot in your rear view mirror. - Intersections (a common spot for collisions) arc less hazardous when motorists arc using daytime running lights. - Research indicates that daytime accidents can be reduced by as much as 20% if all vehicles used daytime running lights. For more information 1 can lie reached at Cowan Pontiac- Buick 905-623-3396. -- ■ &l Hull was among national NAIA scoring leaders with 26 goals as a freshman in 1991. In 1992, he netted netted 21 goals in 16 games to rank with the NAIA soccer scoring leaders. leaders. As a junior, Hull's scoring fell off a bit as he was asked to assume a new role in the offence, but he was still Dordt's most potent scoring weapon with 13 goals. He also added added nine assists as a junior and was the second-leading point scorer in District 15 with 35 points. Hull is off to another outstanding start to the 1994 season as a senior. Dordt College is located in Sioux Center, Iowa. The game was again close, with no- score in-the first half. Just like the game before, Darlington outshot Whitby and seemed to Ire in control but did not score. Whitby scored on a nice passing play with only three minutes left in the game. Darlington showed character character and pressed, trying for the tying tying goal. With almost no time left in the game, the referee called Whitby for a hand ball in their penalty area. Darlington scored on the penalty kick, sending the game into overtime. overtime. After another 20 minutes of play, neither team scored. Penalty shots were required to decide the winner. The first four shooters for each team scored. Darlington's fifth shooter approached the ball, struck Darlington Arena Opens Late Due To Electrical Storm The Darlington Sports Centre will officially open its doors today, two days later than the original target target date. Hockey players and figure skaters skaters have been kept away from the arena, which was to have opened on Monday. The severe electrical storm that passed through the area on Sunday, September 25, resulted in a power failure at the arena. The storm caused a brine pump to blow, forcing forcing arena staff to move the opening date back two days. Three days of ice preparation work that had already been completed completed was lost, as it took more than a day to replace the necessary parts, said Facilities Superintendent, Fred Horvath. Ice rentals will resume as scheduled scheduled today. jé Grant Physiotherapy fck is pleased to announce that DON ALEXANDER Sport* Injury SpvctnlUt Mas Joined our practice. Don was the Assistant Athletic Therapist to the Toronto Argonauts, Don will direct our sports and Active Rehabilitation Programmes. Grant Physiotherapy 214 King St. E. Bowmanvillc 623-2783 Walk-ln-SportsandAcule Injuries TTiesdays3;30to5:30 it cleanly and scored. This left it to the last Whitby shooter to keep Whitby's hopes alive. The shot rolled wide to the right of the post and Darlington had won. The players were awarded plaques for being the Premier Division Division playoff champions. The staff would like to recognize all of those who made this season possible and so successful. We would like to thank the parents of all of the players for the time and effort put forward this season. We would like to thank the DYSL executive for supporting our formation this year and support throughout the year. Thanks to the Solina park board for allowing us to use Solina as our home field. We would also like to thank the boys for working so hard and playing so well all year long. We would also like to congratulate congratulate the under-9 team, Mason Windows, Windows, for their excellent season. The team plans to be back next year as an under-11 team in the Central Central Soccer League, and will be holding open tryouts in May of '95. The word from the DYSL is that there may be as many as three teams in the CSL next year: under-10, un- der-11, and under-12 teams. Today at GM Goodwrench the price on the ground is the price on the hoist. Period. HIRE. 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