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THE OAKVILLE BEAVER D3Wednesday, March 31, 1999 OMHA champions! The Oakville Rangers double-A minor peewee rep team capped their incredible sea­ son with a sweep of the A ll-Ontario cham pi­ onship series, dow ning U xbridge in three straight games. This was a fitting conclusion to an extremely successful season in which this team won all but two of their regular season games; rose above 11 other teams to win the qualifying Silver Stick tournament in Pickering; and achieved finalist status in both the Belleville and Newmarket (Silver Stick) tournaments this past January. In play-off action, the Rangers swept their first two series, defeating first St. Catharines and then Brampton. Orangeville was next to fall to the Rangers, albeit in four games, and it was this victory that propelled the team into the OMHA All-Ontario cham pionship series against Uxbridge. On March 14th, in Uxbridge, Oakville domi­ nated the game from the outset to earn a solid 6- 2 win. Daniel Hannigan-Daley and Joe MacNeil led the offence, pocketing two goals each. Tallying single markers were Lucas Pamanzone and Kerr$ Barchan. Assists were contributed by Brent Higgins (2), Ryan Wilkinson, Corey Halyk, MacNeil, Kevin Sinclair, Matf Lee, Graham Tough. Goalie Matt Pike was outstanding in net. The Rangers had the luck of the Irish on their side when they next met Uxbridge, this time in Oakville, on March 17th. The hometown squad watched a three-goal lead evaporate in the second period of play. But Graham Tough and his infa­ mous slapshot gave the Rangers the eventual winner in the third period to secure a 4-3 win. Also scoring for the Rangers were Lucas Pamanzone (2) and Daniel Hannigan-Daley. Assists were earned by Mark Harris, Kevin Sinclair, Jordy M cM illan, Tough, Ryan Wilkinson and Kerry Barchan. Oakville returned to Uxbridge for the third (and what would prove to be the final) game of the series on March 21. The goaltender for the opposing team was cer­ tainly on his game as he turned away 32 rapid- fire Oakville shots. But the net wizardry of Oakville's Matt Pike was just as awesome. Corey Halyk put the Rangers on the scoreboard with just seconds left to play in the first period. And with just 30 seconds left in the second period, Daniel Hannigan-Daley scored to give the Rangers a two-goal cushion. Uxbridge managed to nab one on a third period power play to spoil Pike's shutout bid. Assisting for the Rangers were Lucas Pamanzone, Kevin Sinclair and Mark Harris. The Rangers wish to acknowledge the invalu­ able support of their primary sponsors for the OMHA championship season: Dairy Queen (North Service Road), Urban Clean, Lockwood Chrysler, Boehringer Ingelheim, Russell Steel and G. Stroud Associates. In addition, the boys wish to express their appreciation to their knowledgeable coaching staff whose hours of dedication made it possible for them to achieve their goals this season. They are head coach Scott Bachly, assistant coaches Jad Stammers and Kevin McMillan, chief head trainer Chris Halyk and team manager A1 Harris. All-O ntarios com ing up A p ril (Continued from page D1) dropped their opening game, 5- 2 to Barrie, the same as they had done last year. The Rangers knew that the smaller, faster Flyers would be a handful at the new larger River Oaks ice surface, and they were right. It was Barrie who opened the scoring in the first period. However, the Rangers regrouped, resulting in a goal by Michael LeDressay, assisted by Andrew Antidormi. The visitors added two in the second period to take a com­ manding 3-1 lead into the break. Oakville fought hard to get back into the game and were rewarded when Scott Gringmuth scored with eight minutes to go, assisted by Brian Marshall and Jonathon Fairclough. But it was not to be Oakville's night. Two quick goals sealed the game for the visitors. Oakville then had to travel to Barrie for game two, and it was a dandy. In a fast, hard-hit­ ting, end-to-end game, the Rangers played their best game of the season, taking the play to the visitors and emerging with a 2-1 win. Gringmuth opened the scoring for the Rangers in the second period, assisted by Carson Jenkin. Oakville contin­ ued to press, and if not for the outstanding effort of the Barrie goalie, could have had a hand­ ful. However, it was Barrie, against the run of play, who tied the game with 30 seconds remaining in the second period. The Rangers, however, were not going to be denied on this day, and Gringmuth added his second at the three-minute mark (assisted by Jenkin and Matthew Elia). It was then up to the defensive unit to main­ tain the Rangers lead, which they did with determination and ease. Back home, Oakville won the pivotal game three 5-4 in overtime. Oakville opened the scoring, with a goal by Shane Jackm an, assisted by Scott Brown, but this was followed by two quick Barrie goals. Michael Le Dressay (assisted by Antidormi) tied it up in the second, only to see Barrie once again take the lead, in what again proved to be a fast-paced, end-to-end, hard-hitting game. In the third period, Elia scored, assisted by Derek Werstroh and Nick Dvemechuk, and this was quickly followed by a Scott Gringm uth goal (assists to Jackman and Jenkin), giving the Rangers a 4-3 lead. However, Barrie replied with a goal with five minutes remain­ ing to tie the game. Both teams tried desperately to score in the last minutes of the game, but outstanding goaltending forced the game into overtime. Just over a minute into overtime, Gringm uth pulled the puck back to Jackman, who let go a fierce slapshot that would be deflected past the helpless Barrie netminder by Jenkin. Two nights later in Barrie, Oakville was determined to put the game on ice right from the get-go and they succeeded with a convincing 5-2 win. Jonathon Fairclough opened the assault at the second minute mark (assisted by Antidormi). Fairclough then added a sec­ ond, three minutes later, this . time assisted by Le Dressay. Barrie replied, but Oakville roared back with goals by Brian Marshall, assisted by David De Nino, and then De Nino, assist­ ed by Jesse Mejaski for a 4-1 lead after one period. Barrie really turned up the heat in the second, realizing they were in a do-or-die situation. Their pres­ sure paid off at the seven- minute mark. However, Oakville was not to be denied. Andrew Antidormi sealed the win, assisted by Fairclough, five minutes into the final peri­ od. All that was left was the defensive unit of Blake Hylands, Shane Jackman, Brennan Kerr, Derek Werstroh, Nick Dvernechuk and Scott Brown to shut down the oppo­ sition which they handled with ease. Coach Roy Gringmuth was ecstatic with the win. "Everyone had a roll to play and they executed it precisely. The boys followed the game plan to a tee." He went to add that "some­ times, you have to dig down a little deeper to find out what you are made of. Every one of the boys met the challenge and should be very proud of what they have done." The boys have now quali­ fied for the provincial champi­ onships to be held April 9-12 in Bowmanville, hoping to improve on their third place finish of last year. Bronze m edal earned with 2 -0 win (Continued from page D1) worked hard for a 3-2 win and held the edge in shots, 27-11. Goals were scored by Taylor Martin, Marcus Pryde and Brandon DeFazio. Assists went to Paul Mooney, Taylor Farris, Stefan Legein and Kris Bonnell. The Rangers finished off a great Friday with a 5-1 win over Welland. A late goal denied Christopher Wills a deserved shutout. Anthony Gomes was on fire with four goals and linemate Marcus Pryde got four assists. Taylor Martin was the other goal scorer. Other assists went to Andrew Amodeo (2), Alex Mackenzie and Paul Mooney. Saturday morning began with a classic con­ frontation against Richmond Hill, won 2-1 by Oakville. Richmond Hill set the early pace but Oakville opened the scoring in the first period on a power play marker by Kyle Oliveira whose low point shot hit bullseye. Marcus Pryde had a nifty assist. Richmond Hill evened up seconds into the middle frame. The game was so close and tense with both teams giving their all, but it was Oakville that capitalized on their chance after a bullet shot from Taylor Farris found the mark. The goal was made possible after Marcus Pryde won a deep face-off which Anthony Gomes man­ aged to flick back to Farris. With three wins under their belts, Oakville went into their final game against defending OMHA champion Barrie mentally prepared. But physically, the Rangers were on their second game of the day while Barrie was on their first. A 5-2 loss in a very physical game did not reflect the closeness of the game. Goals were scored by Marcus Pryde and Anthony Gomes. Assists went to Anthony Gomes, Chris Haltigin and Taylor Farris. At this point, the Rangers, with a 3-1 record, had to sit around and await the outcome of the final round robin games of Richmond Hill and Barrie. If both won, then both would improve to 3-1 records in the preliminary round -- the same as Oakville -- but both of those two would advance to the preliminary round by virtue of the tiebreaking system. Which is exactly what hap­ pened. Despite their disappointment at not achieving the gold medal game, the Rangers were deter­ mined to be medalists. They were always in control of the bronze medal match against Welland, even though the 2- 0 final outcome made it seem closer. Christopher Risi earned the shutout. Goals were scored by Marcus Pryde and Paul Mooney. Assists went to Anthony Gomes and Marcus Pryde. MOM'S Week wraps up Thursday (Continued from page D2) whole week which also includes trophies not only for the championship week teams, but also all the various league awards. All this costs about $12,000 and the M OM 's work hard the rest of the year to pay for it. One of the annual fundraisers is upcoming on April 17th and it's the popular annual dance and silent auction which will be held at the Galaxy Club in Oakville. The dance is typically sold out with upwards of 500 people in attendance. The Hockey M OM's are always appreciative of any support and items for the silent auction would be greatly appreciated. As usual they'll turn the money raised right back into minor hockey. The Hockey MOM's can be reached at 338- 9220. Included here are the final games of the week. See upcoming editions of the Beaver for a com­ plete tourney run-down. (at Glen Abbey) WEDNESDAY 7-7:55 p.m., NOVICE WHITE; 8:30-9:25 p.m., MINOR ATOM RED THURSDAY 6:30-7:25 p.m., NOVICE RED; 8-8:55 p.m., MINOR ATOM WHITE We've received a lot of team photos for our upcoming special section, and we're extending an invitation to have your team photo published. The deadline has been extended. Team pho­ tos should be accompanied by the players' names (back row to front row, left to right) as well as a write-up outlining the season highlights. Photos can be picked up again. I ' J \ * ALL STOCK! ALL THIS SEASON'S GOODS 845-1561 120 Speers Rd. Oakville Oakville Rep Hockey Reports MINOR OAKS HOCKEY ASSOCIATION TRI-COUNTY SWEEP! The Oakville Rangers minor atom-A rep team com­ pleted a sweep of their tri-county season. Having wrapped up the regular season title, they also emerged as the league play­ off champions. A 3-2 win over Guelph on Friday gave Oakville the best- of-three league championship in two straight. Guelph opened the scoring but it was Oakville who roared back with three straight by Justin Wilson-Kirby, Jeff Sacerty and Brett Thompson. Guelph made it interesting, scoring with their goalie pulled to make it 3-2. But they couldn't get two with the extra attacker. Assists went to Brett Thompson, Chris Cherrett, Frazer Milligan, Garett I nee, Justin Wilson-Kirby and Ross Williams. OAKVILLE HORNETS HOCKEY PREPARING FOR POSTSEASON The Oakville Hornets bantam-A rep team, sponsored by River Oaks Dental and CIMS (Guardian) Drug Mart, ended regular season play in first place. After a long season of 30 league games, four tournament and 15 exhibition games the troops are still going strong. This weekend they are competing in the Brampton tour­ nament, followed by the playoffs and onto the provincials. To keep in top notch form, the team has had an active exhibition schedule. On March 24, the Hornets settled for a 1-1 tie against North York Storm. After two scoreless periods of play, Lisa Csima found the top left comer of the net early in the third period with assists going to Kristina Melhuish and Siobhan Doherty. The Storm came back late in the third period to tie it up. On March 25, Oakville returned the visit to North York and emerged with a 2-1 win. Alicia Dercho scored Oakville's first goal, assisted by Trisha Kosak. Andrea Zaccaria found the twine after great passing from Kosak to Dercho. On March 27, the Hornets settled for another 1-1 tie in Kitchener. Jackie Kendrick took a pass deep in her own end from Siobhan Doherty and finished off an end to end rash. Here's the team ... in goal, Amelia May; on defence, Danielle Bucciacho, Siobhan Doherty, Jackie Kendrick and Cori Michaud; at forward, Lisa Csima, Alicia Dercho, Meaghan Kahnert, Diana Matheson, Kristina Melhuish and Anrirpo / or'i'inn THEY'VE ADVANCED TO PROVINCIALS! The Oakville Hornets novice-BB rep team have advanced to the Ontario Women's Hockey Association (OWHA) provincial championships in April. Sponsored by Cl Mutual and JJM Sportswear, the Hornets started off their preliminary round robin with a 1-0 loss to Burlington. But they got on the winning track in their next game, winning 1 -0 over the Mississauga Chiefs on an an unassisted goal by Kaitlyn Wheeler. Stefanie Wilson earned the shutout. In game three, Oakville settled for a 2-2 tie with Mississauga Oakville goals were scored by Justine Bernier, unassisted, and Kaitlyn Wheeler, assisted by Dana Dragone. Based on goal differential, the Burlington and Oakville teams earned berths in the provincials. LEASIDE TOURNEY The Hornets posted a similar record at the Leaside tour­ ney. They tied their first game 3-3 against Stouffville only this time it was Oakville that had to come back three times. Melissa Kennedy was the hero, scoring the equalizer with 13 seconds left, assisted by Justine Bernier. Bernier potted the first two goals, both unassisted. Oakville blasted out to a 4-0 lead en route to a 5-3 win over Durham West Lightning. Kaitlyn Wheeler fired the hat- trick with single markers to Sarah Curry and Brittany Court. Assists went to Justine Bernier and Curry. In game three, Leaside scored four unanswered third period goals to defeat Oakville 5-1. Melissa Kennedy scored, assisted by Nicole Mierzwa and Kaitlyn Wheeler. MOHA - house league highlights TOURNEY WINNERS IN LONDON The peewee red Vikings, sponsored by Williams of Royal LePage, rang off four straight wins to claim the cham­ pionship of the South East London Jayden Elmore Memorial House League Tournament March 15-16. In their opener, the Vikings overpowered a Waterloo Select team 6-1. Goals were scored by Shaun Sturgeeon (3), MacKenzie Hudd (2) and Andrew Fairclough. Assists went to Hudd (2), Jason Collins (2), Michael Kranz, Michael Scinocca and Andrew Fairclough. The Vikings beat a hometown London team 10-0 in a physical game. Goals were scored by MacKenzie Hudd (4), Charlie Long (2), Michael Scinocca, Shaun Sturgeeon, Jason Collins and Michael Nadorozny. Assists went to Shaun Sturgeeon (4), Michael Scinocca (2), Mitchell Nevins (2), Steve Minuk, Michael Kranz, Andrew Moorehead and Jason Collins. Having already earned a spot in championship play, the Vikings held off another determined London team with a 3-1 round robin win. Goals were scored by Mike Nadorozny, MacKenzie Hudd and Shaun Sturgeeon. Assists went to Steve Minuk (2), Andrew Moorehead, Shaun Sturgeeon and MacKenzie Hudd. The championship game was a rematch with the Waterloo Select team who had gone on from their 6-1 open­ ing-game loss to Oakville to post two wins. The going was a lot tougher this time around but the Oakville team prevailed 2-1. Shaun Sturgeeon opened the scoring, assisted by Brandon Allen. Waterloo tied it up but then Andrew Moorehead potted the eventual winner rushing to the net and firing home a rebound left over from a dramatic end-to-end rush by Mike Nadorozny. Steve Minuk also assisted. Oakville then survived some dramatic end to end chances to collect the hardware. Nadorozny collected player of the game honours. E T T S 120 Speers Rd. 845-1561 '98 SUMMER GOODS ALL LAST YEAR'S STOCK INCLUDED : SKIWEAR SNOWBOARDS SKI BOOTS BINDINGS ACCESSORIES JR . EQUIP. GOGGLES SNB. JACKETS 1 / 2 PRICE B ikes, Golf Sets, G olf Balls, Tennis R acquets, an d Shoes, In lin e & R oller H ockey S kates, Soccer Shoes & Shin Pads, B aseball Gloves & much, much more!