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Page 2 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, March 4, 1997 Section Two Boot the Ball Around . Indoor training for the Darlington u- 16 boys' soccer team will be held at Courtice Seconday School on Friday, March 6. For further information call Lyle Lloyd at 436-6522. Oh Lordy! No Title The Durham College Lords men's basketball team won't be repeating as National Champions. At the Ontario tournament, they were defeated by Humber in the semi-finals. Clarington Needs a Sports Hall of Fame Wc need a Spoils Hall of Fame. The subject has been kicked around for years, as a number of people have mentioned mentioned the absence of a shrine to honour local athletes. With the opening of the second ice pad at the Recreation Complex slated for this fall, the timing to begin a Hall of Fame couldn't be better. And the Recreation Complex would serve as the perfect venue. It is the nicest sports facility in Clarington. And, in this community that thrives on hockey, it accommodates accommodates a high number of visitors each year. With a second second ice pad on the way, that traffic-flow will increase dramatically. In addition to being conveniently located for local residents to view, a Hall of Fame at the Recreation Complex would also allow visitors from around the province the opportunity to sec what a tremendous crop of athletes Clarington has produced. The idea always piques my interest each time I visit the Civic Auditorium in Oshawa. Hanging on the walls leading to the box office and down the stairs to the lower level arc caricatures of past inductees into that city's Hall of Fame. Around the ice surface are hundreds hundreds of pictures of teams and events that have helped build a sporting history and tradition in Oshawa. The photos always attract lot of onlookers prior to the start of, and during intermissions of Oshawa Generals games. In fact, Oshawa will be holding its Hall of Fame dinner again this year in May, with another host of athletes athletes getting the recognition they deserve through election. election. There arc many decisions that would have to be settled settled before such a project could get off the ground. Least of all would be who to induct. There is no shortage shortage of deserving candidates worthy of such recognition. recognition. Who would finance the inaugural dinner? Who would comprise the selection and organizing committees? committees? Who would pick the people for these positions? Where would the Hall of Fame be situated within the Rccrcaiion Complex? Would the idea of having a Hall of Fame in the Recreation Complex get the proper approval? What would be done to honour the inductees? - It's always a huge undertaking to get a project of this nature off the ground the first time, which probably probably explains why the idea hasn't yet made it past the '"You know what we should do" phase. It's been my "experience that there arc more than enough capable ;peoplc in this community who could come together to make this project a worthwhile venture for years to come. ! The list of athletes eligible for induction is endless. ;There are athletes who represented Canada at Olympic ;Games, Paralympics, and numerous other international events. There are teams who have won Ontario championships championships in every sport including hockey, baseball, and soccer. And don't forget high school teams that have won Ontario championships. There are others Whose achievements back in the early 1900's may have ;been forgotten over time. And, in addition to individual ;athletes and teams, there are builders who have helped •shape and mold community sports. Let's not overlook Volunteers who have given countless hours of their itime organizing various summer and winter leagues. As someone whose living revolves around sports in ;thc community, the idea of a Hall of Fame is an exciting exciting one. Maybe it's time to get the right people in place to begin such a project. CORRECTION NOTICE We wish to draw your attention to the following in our current "Spectacular 2-Week Sale" flyer. FRONT PAGE, Gatorvac Electric Leaf Blower, 60-3840-8. This product may not be available during the 2 week sale due to unpredicted delivery problems from our supplier. Please check with your local Canadian Tire store for raincheck availability on this product. Page 11 - Item 3 - Remotes, 46-0177X Illustrations are incorrect. The two remotes on the left side should be included with the opener No. 46-0182-8. The remote on the right side of the copy should be a keychain remote control. Item 4 - Entry pads, 46-0166X. Illustration is incorrect. Copy should show wireless keypad entry system. Page 9 - Item 8, Canadian Hockey Sticks, 83-401 OX Flyer reads: Canadien 6001 SR Should read: C45 Model We wish to draw your attention to the error in our current "Best Winter Deals" Flyer. Page 3 - Precision-ground metre saw, 57-5667-0. Copy reads: "It cuts compound" this is incorrect. This product does not have this feature. We sincerely regret any inconvenience we may have caused you. ©J.P. cnoto 308/309-98-All Zonos Bowmanville Eagles Join New League 2 by Brad Kelly Staff Writer The Bowmanville Eagles will be changing leagues next year. At an Ontario Hockey Association meeting on Saturday, an agreement in principle was reached to amalgamate the Provincial Jr. A League and the Metro Junior Hockey League for the 1998-99 season. The new league will be called the Ontario Junior Hockey League. "I'm all for it," said Eagles General Manager Mike Laing. "This (new league) will create huge rivalries among the teams. "There are a lot of Junior hockey teams in the area, and this will enable fans to travel from rink-to-rink to watch games." The 38 teams will be divided into an Eastern, Central, and Western Conference. Teams slotted for the Eastern Division, including Bowmanville, will be meeting meeting this weekend to discuss a regular season schedule and playoff format. The Eastern Conference will resemble a Jr. C division division from year's past. In addition to Bowmanville, other V teams in the conference with ties to the Jr. C league are Ajax, Cobourg, Port Hope, and Lindsay. Other teams comprising the 13-team conference include: Kingston, Peterborough, Trenton, Oshawa, Pickering, Quinte, Wellington, and Syracuse. The Eastern Conference would be broken down into two smaller divisions. Bowmanville's division could include Ajax, Oshawa, Pickering, Lindsay, Port Hope, and Peterborough. What the amalgamation means for Bowmanville is less travel costs, and renewed rivalries against teams the fans are familiar with from the Jr. C days. It also presents the opportunity for new rivalries, with Oshawa a natural one. In the future, the Ontario Junior Hockey League may approach the Jr. B league that operates in Southwestern Ontario to also join, creating one giant league. "The idea is to try and create a junior hockey league in Ontario that is the envy of every province in the country. We want to offer a viable alternative to the Ontario Hockey League." While the Ontario Hockey League entices players with hopes of continuing their careers at the professional professional level, the Ontario Junior Hockey League will focus on educational packages, with U.S. college scholarships and Canadian university hockey as its selling features. What Went Wrong? Weak Defense and Hot Trenton Goalie Cited as Reasons for First Round Playoff Exit for Eagles by Brad Kelly Staff Writer Despite another frustrating frustrating departure in the opening round of playoffs, the Bowmanville Eagles are looking back on the past season as their best -- both on and off the ice -- in the Provincial Jr. A league. "Wc did better than anyone expected us to," said General Manager Mike Laing as he look time to look back on the recently-completed season. season. "Where wc finished in the standings, wc were close to being the top club, and nobody expected that." Indeed, it was the best regular season the Eagles have had since joining the Jr. A level three years ago. Coming off a dismal season season where they finished with a horrible 15-31-5 record that included only three wins on the road, the Eagles rebounded with a mark of 27-19-5 this year. They finished only three points behind Peterborough for first place, and were impressive on the road with 13 victories. victories. Bowmanville was unable to convert a strong regular season into a long string of post-season games. The Eagles were eliminated in the opening round by Trenton in the fifth game of their best-of- seven series. Bowmanville won the opening game before promptly dropping the next four in a row. "Wc had hoped to go farther," admitted .Laing. "We were a little weaker on defense then we thought, and wc ran into a hot goalie." An opening round exit Offensive Leaders Leaving Adam Armstrong 81 points Jay Cannings 63 points Steve Blais 60 points was the same fate the club met in the previous two seasons, bowing out to Lindsay in four straight games, and Newmarket in six. Combined over the past three playoff appearances, appearances, the Eagles hold a record of 3-12. The team has a number of question marks surrounding surrounding it as preparations begin for next season. It's expected that much of the team's offence will be lost, as Adam Armstrong and Jay Cannings will be off to university, while Steve Blais will will graduate because of age. Combined, the three forwards scored 84 of the team's 223 goals this year. Defenceman Mike Davies and standout goaltendcr Ryan Penney have also graduated from the junior ranks based on their age. Looking over the roster, Laing expects to have to fill both goaltendcr positions. positions. There will also be three forward and three defence spots open. Auditions for those positions positions begin at a rookie camp in May. Keeping with the team's commitment, local talent will be given first priority when making selections to fill the open roster spots. "Wc aren't going to run out looking for players from British Columbia, Alberta, or Quebec," Laing said. "We'll be looking for local kids who can walk in and grow with the hockey club." One of the building blocks for next season is already in place, as head coach Curtis Hodgins and the rest of his staff will be returning. New Look Eastern Conference Bowmanville Eagles Ajax Axemen Cobourg Cougars Kingston Canadians Peterborough Bees Trenton Sting Oshawa Legionnaires Port Hope Buzzards Pickering Panthers Quinte Hawks Lindsay Muskics Wellington Dukes Syracuse Crunch Central Conference Aurora Tigers Collingwood Blues Couchiching Terriers Vaughan Vipers Newmarket Hurricanes Stouffvillc Spirit Wexford Raiders Markham Waxcrs Thornhill Rattlers North York Rangers Huntsville Wildcats Pittsburgh Penguins Western Conference Burlington Cougars Bramalca Blues Brampton Capitals Georgetown Raiders Hamilton Kilty B's Mississauga Chargers Milton Merchants Strcetsvillc Derbys Oakville Blades Caledon Canadians ' Shelburne Wolves Durham Huskies Niagara Scenic Darlington Soccer Club Inc. is looking for Ladies ages 17 and up who may be interested in playing Open Ladies' Soccer Teams will be: 17 -19 years, 20 and over For more information please leave your name and number at 433-0678. rJ'iiSEfltf by Telma R. Grant r.p.t. Foot Pain and Orthotics Special Olympic Swimmers Win Team Trophy in Pickering by Brad Kelly Stall Writer A couple of Clarington swimmers emerged as the Darlington Soccer Club Inc. 1998 Competitive Program Outdoor Season Tryouts Darlington Soccer Club Inc, Is seeking above average soccer players for our 1998 competitive outdoor season. Tryouts will begin in mid March and teams must be formed by May 7,1998 Under 9 Central Soccer League (Born In 1989) Under 10 Central Soccer League (Born In 1988) Under 11 Central Soccer League (Born In 1987) Under 12 Central Soccer League (Born in 1986) Under 13 Central Soccer League (Born In 1985) Under 14 Central Soccer League (Born In 1984) Under 15 Central Soccer League (Born In 1983) Under 16 Central Soccer League (Born In 1982) Under 17 Central Soccer League (Born In 1981) Under 18 Central Soccer League (Born In 1980) Under 12 Girls' Soccer League (Born In 1986) Under 14 Girls' Soccer League (Born In 1984) Under 17 Girls'Soccer League (Bom In 1981) Coach: Gary Nemlsz 436-7237 Coach: Paul Mann 697-3744 Coach: Dave Boyce 623-5454 Coach: Jim Potter 623-6692 Coach: Tony Shah 987-3007 Coach: Ron Masengl 433-1476 Coach: Dan Quinlan 432-3975 Coach: Lyle Lloyd 434-5878 Coach: Joe Chlappetta 434-5979 Coach: Shaun Broome 623-1955 Coach: Ralph Cryderman.,..623-6360 Coach: John Cook 623-2822 Coach: Jim Reid 623-9824 Contact the above coaches for tryout dates, limes and locations, For further lm|u!rics you may call: John Cook, Rep, Coordinator for the Darlington Soccer Club Inc. at (905) 623-2822. OJI . top athletes at the Special Olympics Region 12 Provincial Qualifying Swim Meet that was held in Pickering Sunday. Jessica Collins and Keith Varlcy, representing the Clarington Splashers swim club, returned home with eight ribbons, including including six first place finishes and a pair of second place results. Their efforts earned them the team trophy, despite being the only two members of their team. The meet attracted over 100 swimmers, Collins placed first in each of the 25m freestyle, 50m freestyle, and 50m backstroke, and earned a second in the 25m hack- stroke, Varlcy cheeked in with first place ribbons in the 25m freestyle, 25m breaststroke, and 50m butterfly, butterfly, with a second in the 25m butterfly. Each swimmer swimmer set a number of personal personal bests during the meet. Jessica Collins and Keith Variey had three first place and two second place finishes The dynamic duo arc coached by Aaron Gordon and Diane Jenkins, Collins and Varlcy arc now awaiting word to see if their times qualify them for the Provincial Championships that will be held in Burlington and Oakville from May 7-10. QUESTION: Telma, I have been told that I have got osteoarthritis osteoarthritis in my big toe. The joint is very sore and it hurts when I walk. How can orthotics help? Osteoarthritis is a medical medical diagnosis of a painful inflammation in the joints. It is important to be clear what the orthotic can and cannot do in a case like this. The orthotic cannot change the present level of inflammation in your joints. For example, if you take an x-ray today of your joint and it shows arthritic changes, and you retake that x-ray a year later after wearing orthotics, it may not change the appearance of that joint on x-ray. What the orthotic can help with is why that toe got intlamed in the first place. Just think about the process process of walking lor a moment. There are three phases to walking. The first phase Is heel strike, when the heel strikes the ground. The second phase Is mid- stance, when the loot Is supposed to lock to a rigid lever to prepare 1er the third phase, which Is push- oil. Now push-oil should bo dono from the first and second toes. It you have Hat feet and you tend to roll In when you walk, what happons Is that insload of i pushing off properly, you now may be pushing off more with the first toe. This in time can lead to inflammation inflammation of the joint, which can then become osteoarthritic. The orthotic can help you walk with as normal a gait as possible, minimizing the pain you get with walking. One question that people people never ask is why did that joint get inflamed to start with. As a physiotherapist, physiotherapist, I am always looking for the cause of a problem. Many times what we see over pronation, or rolling in of the loot, when we do a computerized gait analysis. When you over pronate, instead of getting a nice push-oil you are now either pushing off too hard with thé Inside of your first toe or depending on the way you compensate you could be pushing oil too hard with your third, fourth and tilth toes. In time that can lead to arthritis. If you have a problem like this, I would recommend recommend that you get a scan ol your feet and in most cases, orthotlcs help very nicely with this problem. Grant Physiotherapy is located at: 214 King St. E., Bowmanville (905) 623-2783 PUTTING PEOPLE IN MOTION