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THE OAKVILLE BEAVERWednesday, September 22, 1999 D3 Oakville Curling Club hits the ice on Monday It's time to put away the golf clubs and tennis racquets; the Bell Canadian Open has come and gone. It's time to turn your thoughts to curling, an activity that about 1.3-million Canadians partici­ pate in annually across Canada. Oakville is no different than any other com­ munity in Canada in terms of enthusiasm and excitement for the sport/recreation of curling at all skill levels. More than 840 curlers enjoyed the winter pastime last year at the Oakville Curling Club. With a new and modern curling facility, the club has one of the largest memberships in Canada. Last year, ice conditions were the best they have been in many years and they can be attrib­ uted to the new ice technician from North Bay, Scott Foster. In his second year, Foster and his assistants Scott Muir, Joe Frans and Dave Kissel, are busy putting on the ice which will be ready for curl­ ing this Monday (Sept. 27th). It is on this date that the annual Open House begins. Curlers and non-curlers alike are invited to visit the Oakville Curling Club, 224 Allan Street, from Monday, Sept. 27th through to Friday, Oct. 1st, from 7 to 10 p.m. Bring a pair of clean running shoes, stretchy pants, and instructors will help you with the rest. Curling is one of the most affordable sport/recreation activities in Canada. Individuals of Oakville and surrounding area should try curling; they might like it! What a way to spend the winter -- curling and having fun at the Oakville Curling Club. Winter will pass quickly! The Oakville Curling Club enjoyed one of its best years ever at national and provincial cham­ pionships. Julie Reddick skipped a rink that won the provincial ladies bantam championship. She also skipped another rink that not only won the Ontario provincial junior ladies title, but came fourth at the nationals. John Base and his foursome did very well at the men's Nokia Cup provincial championship, finishing in a three-way tie for second place before bowing out in a playoff. A former world junior champion. Base has been a model of consistency, making it to the provincial championships eight times. Hopefully, this will be Base's year to repre­ sent Ontario at the national championships in Edmonton. Ed Desormo's rink participated in the men's senior provincial championship. Looking ahead, the Oakville Curling Club has organized its first annual junior/bantam bonspiels to be held Friday evening, Oct. 15th and all day on Saturday, Oct. 16th and Sunday, Oct. 17th. The invitational junior bonspiel for the top File Photo by Barrie Erskine Oakville Curling Club member John Base seen here in action at last season's Nokia Cup provincial championship where he finished in a three-way tie for second place before bowing out in a playoff. He defeated Wayne Middaugh in this preliminary round game. He'll be look­ ing to get back for a ninth trip this season. men's and ladies' teams of Ontario will compete for cash. Julie Reddick's team will head the all- star cast of participants, including some who competed at the provincial championships. At the same time, an open junior/bantam bonspiel will be held. Spectators are welcome to visit the club and watch some of Oakville's and Ontario's future Olympians participate. According to Ross Tousaw, general manager, the club is planning to expand its daytime curl­ ing program. A new seniors' competitive league for those 50 years of age and older will curl Thursday afternoons. The club invites team entries, as well as individual entries. Also, a mixed daytime league is planned, as well as an open league (any age) for those who have the time to curl during the day but do not 'qualify' as a senior. For those interested in finding out more about the curling programs offered by the Oakville Curling Club, please telephone 844-6982 or visit the club during Open House week. Lewis helps ou t volleyball cam p (Continued from page D1) "I was more than happy to help out, given what this camp is trying to accom plish," said Lewis. "Everybody I've ever come across in volleyball has been a good person, so it's nice to be able to help give the younger players the same positive experiences." Mason hopes to bring the camp back to Oakville next summer, but before that, he might hold a one day clinic over the Christmas holiday. "Next summer I hope to come back for another two day camp," said Mason. "I hope to be able to take this camp to a lot of Ontario towns and cities next summer and do two day camps. That way, we can impact more kids." Photo by Barrie Erskine Tim Verboom works on some drills at a recent volleyball camp held in Oakville. Ending the '99 soccer season in style The Oakville Rockets U-12 girls rep soccer team scored an even three goals in each half of their game against Waterloo, winning the season final 6-2. Giselle Panton-Brown landed the first goal of the evening within five minutes of the start. Phillipa Goddard followed it up with a second goal, assisted by Alicia Kuchma. Missy Kulczycki put the third goal of the first half in. then Waterloo rebounded with energy and scored two goals before the half-time whistle. Jody Garcia came out strong with the first goal for the Rockets in the second half. Missy Kulczycki went in for her second goal of the evening, and Rebecca Readings finished off the night with the sixth goal. A great way to finish off the season, and a big thank you to coach Gary Brown for developing their talents so well over the season! Thanks as well to assistant coach Alan Thompson, team manager Murielle O'Connor, trainer Wendy Zicari, and George Readings (also known as the unofficial team photographer). Without the support of their faithful sponsors, the Rockets would not have had the great season they did. THANK YOU: Brant Chiropractic-Gary Malstrom, Clinitrials, Crack Pot, Dr. E.P. Ber-Dental Surgeon, Eastside Auto Service Ltd., Karin Emrich Inc., Kate Vanderburgh Real Estate, Philthy McNasty's, Royal Bank, and TD Bank. HAMILTON TOURNEY It was excitement to the last minute for Oakville in the Hamilton Labour Day tourney Oakville proved their mettle in the semifinal match of the Hamilton Labour Day tournament against Brams. This AA team, a contender in the Ontario Cup final, thought they would have an easy ride against our Oakville A team, but discovered otherwise as our girls kept the game scoreless. Fighting hard on defence were Megan Kerr, Alicia Kuchma, Katie MacKinnon, and Melanie O'Connor. Working the midfield were Tania Ganassini, Phillipa Goddard, Missy Kulczycki, Leanne Kwirant, and Rebecca Readings. Circling the Brams' net on offence were Jody Garcia, Giselle Panton-Brown, Tanya Thomson and Ali Warren. The contenders went into overtime on the semifinal and were again scoreless. Next came penalty kicks and in the first round of five, Oakville more than held their own. The second round of penalty kicks was a 'sudden death' match and with Oakville's first kick missing the mark, and Brams landing their first kick in, the game was over, but not without a lot of pride on the Oakville side at meet­ ing -- and seeing -- such a keen competitor. Special mention to keeper, Laura Tacchi, in this match for making some miraculous saves during the game and for keeping her cool and sense of humour dur­ ing the penalty kicks -- your best game this season, Laura! 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