' *-•> EARL WALSH So I Hear SPORTS EDITOR. McHenry sports fans are all aglow after the Warrior hard- earned victory over Rockford Auburn Tuesday night in Sectional play. Rockford Auburn has an aggressive team built around 6'10" Thompson. They had us on the run for a while, but couldn't run with Coach Lud- wig's boys. We heard they play it rough in that Rockford league. Now we believe it. As Ed Datz said, some of those panty-waist fouls are called while jabs in the back go unnoticed. "Radar" Reilly put on a great show with his 27 points and great floor play. His running mate, Tommy Ludwig was also in great form in set ting up the scoring and un selfishly getting the ball to the open man. Tommy was strong on defense as usual and had to play out the string with four fouls hanging over his head. Steve Koerber got fired up and showed us one of his best games. He's a marked man in every game in the Ludwig pattern of offense. But, he scores! This time Steve combined with Brian Lund on defense to wear down the big man, Thompson, in the last half. This was Brian's biggest assignment of the season and he met the challenge with his best performance. It hurt when the rugged Brett Decker fouled out although he had the job done before he left. Brett is a tower of strength under the boards. Doug Hertel took his turn in the lineup and dropped in a ALL SEATS 9:15 MON-THURS 7:30 ONLY m A STANLEY SCMNCIOC* PWOOUCTKM A STONCT TOUJkCK RLM ROBERT BEDFORD FAYE DUNAWAY CUFF ROBERTSON MAXVONSYDOW KIDDIE MATINEE SAT & SUN 1 AND 3 PM "CHARLO SHOWPIACEI RTES 14 & 31 / 455-1005 OF THE CONDOR JOHN HOUSBMAN HELD OVER! Eri 7 & 9 Sat & Sun 1,3,5,7,& 9 Wkdys at 7 and 9 _ * SHOWPIACE 3 WKIIAMS ST / DOWNTOWN HELD OVER! Jack Nicholson "ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO'S NEST" Fri & Mon-Thurs 7 & 9:30 S & S 4:45, 7 and 9:30 Fri & Mon-Thurs 7:30 & 9:30 S& S 1:30,3:30,5:30,7:30 & 9:30 Walter George MA THAU ^ BURNS "SUNSHINE BOYS" Î JwHiKuRSa "P TAW" T 7 . AND 9:45 PLUS 0 "KEYSTER" 8:30 Next Attraction "THE STORY OF O" couple of free throws that looked mighty big when the game was in the balance. Brian Miller, who will be back next year, gave it his usual dash and added 5 points that looked big at the finish. Bill Hurckes, a fine ball handler did his share when called upon by his coach. We think many teams could have used Bill this year. Competition for guard posts was tough in the Warrior camp. Coach Ludwig, one happy fellow, cleared his bench at the finish to get all of his boys in the box score. The Warriors played it smart with a control game in the last couple of minutes. A great game. Not one for a fan with a weak heart. Now the Warriors meet Rockford Guilford in the finals this Friday evening. A win will send them to the Super- Sectional at DeKalb next week. Larry Lund is getting a bus load together for Friday night. Call Delores at the Plaindealer- -385-0170. PICKUPS - TEACHER TO TEACHER: "Not only is he the worst- behaved child in my class, but he has perfect attendance." "There'll be no charge, lady, said the irate taxi driver to his fare. "You did most of the driving." The world really isn't any worse than it ever was. It's just Cristy Day displays a mood of happiness as the Warriors put the game away in the closing seconds. (STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD) that news coverage is so much better. The seven-year-old was being taught the proper way to ask a girl for a dance. A half hour later he asked the teacher, "Now, how do you get rid of her?" Lawrence Welk's COUNTRY CLUB VILLAGE March 1st, 1976 Mr. Earl Walsh McHenry Plaindealer 3812 West Elm Street McHenry, Illinois 60050 Dear Earl: Greetings from sunny California. We have just finished reading the 2-18-76 issue of the Plain- dealer (which takes about a week to get here) received through the courtesy of our son George L. ever since we left McHenry in 1969. It could be that we are the longest far away steadiest readers of the sheet. Knowing from your column that you are a Lawrence Welk fan, as we are, we thought the following might be of interest to you. This is a very lovely place lying in a small valley surrounded by small mountains composed of fine . mobile homes, a large Motel, a nice restaurant (good food) and sporty 18 hole par three golf course. Two years ago when Come in and browse, you'll get ideas for furnishing your bath and discover many charming gifts. 3012 W Rte. 120, McHenry East of New Bridge - Free Parking 385-0048 Mon.-Thurs. 9-5:30. Fri. 9-9, Sat. 9-5 Complete planning and installation of fixtures and accessories. MCHENRY ROCKFORD AUBURN MCHENRY (72) FG FT TP Koerber , 5 10 20 Decker 113 Lund 3 0 6 Reilly 9 9 27 Ludwig 3 2 8 Hertel 0 3 3 Hurckes 0 0 j 0 X-- "*-^1 5 Miller Totals 21 16 20 21 73 19 23 11 19 62 ROCKFORD AUBURN (63) FG FT TP Mannery 4 1 9 Kelley 4 2 10 Thompson 8 5 21 Skarpac 3 5 11 Creed 2 1 5 Reed 1 2 4 Anderson 0 2 2 Totals 22 18 63 Padre Baumhofer was out on the west coast we had an en joyable dinner there. Every once in awhile we run into Lawrence when we are playing golf there and my wife and George's mother Margaret seems to be a kissin cousin of his (but thats another story). We had a nice surprise visit from George and his wife, Terese last fall when they flew out for a two day stay to remember us on our 50th year wedding anniversary. As we are nearing St. Patrick's day it reminds me that you and I have something to celebrate, you as an Irish man and me as an honorary, (the 17th is my 72nd birthday). Don't be afraid to wear the enclosed with pride. If you are ever out San Diego way you could be our guest for dinner, at L.W.'s Country Club village of course. f Happy St. Patrick's day and our best regards. Roy (Roy J. Thompson, Sr.) Hope you won't mind that we are running your entire letter, Roy. We liked it--and think our readers will, too. The bicentennial flags (compliments of St. Patrick) will be worn proudly. And that green cap you sent is a prize. It will go on display on the 17th of March. A TIME OUT - Coach Ken Ludwig gives his players some words of wisdom as they retain a four point lead over the Knights of Rockford Auburn. The words of the coach were carried out by the players as they increased their lead to nine, winning the sectional game 72-83. (STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD) "Service Tip of the Week'*' The battery is the heart of your car's energy system. For sure de pendable starts make certain your battery terminals are clean. A simple inexpensive method is water and baking soda. This solution dis solves unwanted corrosion quickly and safely thus prolonging the life of your car's battery. T0RKELS0N LINCOLN-MERCURY W. Rte. 120 McHenry 344-1200 JIM JANICEK SALES PAGE 8 - PLAINDEALER-FRIDAY, MARCH 11, 1*7* Big Victory Puts Warriors In Finals B Hs nnt fnn latp tn upf on the and on to DeKalh Nr By Dick Rabbitt "Its about time", those were the words of Coach Ken Ludwig as *1 entered the Warrior dressing room immediately after the game at Rockford Tuesday night. The happy coach of course was referring to the Warrior victory over Rockford Auburn in the section tournament. After three previous losses ir^. sectional play, the Warrior won the big one 72 to 63 and enter the finals tonight against Rockford Guil- forjl. In probably the biggest win ever in McHenry High annals the Warriors came through with flying colors. Shutting off big 6' 10" Lester Thompson of the Knights during the second half, and the outstanding play of all the AN OBSTACLE - in the form of a Steve Koerber gets into the path of Ellery Mannery as he attempted a basket In this second period of the sectional game at Rockford Tuesday night. Koerber'• quick leap knocked the ball from Mannery's hand, neglecting him of a sure two points. Koerber was sharp on offense also as he connected for 18 points in the Warrior 72-83 win. The Warriors will be looking for number nine In a row as they return to Rockford tonight for the sectional championship game. (STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD) Warriors gave them the victory they so greatly desired. Brian Lund who played his greatest game as a Warrior got the locals on the board at the 7:30 mark to knot the score at 2 all. For the next six minutes the Warriors continued to play outstanding ball and led at the 1:00 mark 21 to 13, when the big man Thompson hit a couple of 5 footers to pull the Knights to a 21 to 19 deficit at the end of the period. In the second period the Warriors continued to play good ball, but Thompson was getting the easy shot, using his height to great advantage he made several layups and at the «4:45 mark the score was tied at 31. Kelley and Mannerly then hit from the outside and it looked as if the route was on, but Koerber and Miller countered to pull the Warriors within five, although they trailed 42 to 37 at the in termission. Midway in the third period, with the Warriors trailing 48 to 43, the "Radar" got on target and in the span of two minutes hit four in a row to knot the score at 51 apiece at the two "minute mark. When you talk of pressure shooting, this was it. Koerber hit a 10 footer, and Reilly countered with two free throws, and at the buzzer Decker's basket put the Warrior on top 57 to 53 a lead they did not relinquish the rest of the game. In the final period it was all Koerber and Reilly for the Warriors in the scoring column, but the rebounding of Lund, Decker and the fine floor play of Tommy Ludwig helped the cause. Koerber's quick five points put the Warriors ahead 62 to 56, and Reilly made two charity tosses for another two, and Koerber likewise stood calmly and put two more free throws much to the disgust of the Auburn rooting section. At the five minute mark the Warriors went into their four corner offense, and it was all over but the shouting. On a dazzling display of speed, Reilly caught the Auburn defense napping and went in for a layup unmolested at 2:15 for a 68 to 61 lead, and the Knight fans began leaving the gym. The Warriors played out the string to the tune of the large McHenry rooting section, and when the final buzzer sounded there was bedlam in the gym as the McHenry fans could contain themselves no longer and well all over the floor. The "Radar" led all scorers with 27 points, Thompson the 6' 10" Auburn center had 21, only 7 coming in the last half, when the Warriors with a sagging defense completely bottled up the big guy. Early in the third period a technical foul was called against Steve Koerber. This was the turning point in the game for the Warriors. The big fellow really got mad, and from that time on he played like an All American, sweeping the boards, and getting the good shots for the basket. He wound up with 20 points and 14 rebounds in the game. Brian Lund's three baskets in the first quarter got the Warrior started, but his rebound in the closing minutes was the biggest one of his life, as he literally went over the rim for the rebound that saved the day. Brett Decker had a tough job, guarding Thompson and until he fouled out in the closing minutes, kept the big boy under wraps the second half. Again Reilly was the spark, give him a chance and you know its two points. His four for four in the third period even had Knight fans wondering what to do to stop him. Tommy Ludwig was all over the court, and the quarterback of the team did an excellent job of getting the offense in high gear. Doug Hertel came off the bench, along with Brian Miller and Billy Hurckes to play just super ball for the Warriors. The Warriors played inspired ball, spurred on by the large following of fans, they didn't let their backers down. Tonight its another tough one at Rockford. Its not too late to get on the bandwagon, lets all get out and support the Warriors, one more win and its SWEET SIXTEEN and on to DeKalb. Nothing wrong with going to DeKalb next Tuesday, lets get out and cheer them on to another win. DOWN BY TWO - Warrior Steve Koerber attempts to shoot over the reach of 6'10" Lester Thompson in the third period of the Rockford sectional. This basket failed, but Steve didn't miss many as he connected for 20 points in the win over Auburn. (STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD) SECTIONAL tance. Max Pokorny Tennis Coach For McHeniy County College FORMAL WEAR RENTAL for ALL OCCASIONS 6 edd £ SfouaE . . . . to , Afcwf lViMt 1214 N. Green St., McHenry petty German states in the most mortifying and humil iating manner, and submit to indignities never before prescribed to a crowned head presiding over a powerful and opulent king dom." David Hartley took the position that a corrupt Ministry had driven the Americans to armed resis- A SURPRISE and a sure two points as Terry Reilly caught the Auburn players sleeping when he raced in for this layup. Reilly led all players with 27 points. (STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD) Max Pokorny, who has been hired as tennis coach for McHenry County college, was born in Elgin, Illinois on Aug. 10, 1952. He attended Saint Joseph grade school, Elgin high school, and Indiana State university where he graduated with a B.S. degree in Physics with cum laude honors. While in high school, he advanced to the State Latin finals, was vice- president of the Elgin Varsity Athletic club, and graduated in the top two percent of his class and was runner-up for out standing Senior of the Year award. Max has been playing tennis for the past ten years with over 130 tennis awards to his credit. Playing number 1 singles for In London, during March, 1776, Lord North was d e f e n d i n g t r e a t i e s w i t h German principalities as t h e m o s t e c o n o m i c a l and speedy means to re duce the colonies to their three years at Elgin high, he amassed a total of 74 wins against 11 losses. He won the district title twice, qualifying- him for the state tournament, both years he advanced to the round of 16. During his Junior and Senior years, he was captain of his team and was voted most valuable player both years. While in high school, he also won the State YMCA championship three times. He won the 16 year old city of Chicago championship when he was 14 years of age. He attended Indiana state university on a four year tennis scholarship, captaining the team his Junior and Senior years, also winning the most valuable tennis award during those two years. At ISU he established an all time tennis wins record for one individual. Over the past years, he won the Northern Illinois Tennis association championship four different times. His most notable win was the United States Lawn Tennis association Western closed doubles championship two years ago. rightful position with a minimal effusion of blood. Lord Cavendish argued that Britain had been com pelled "to apply to two •4