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8 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, Wednesday, October 2,1991 Bowmanville and Courtice Battle for Tie by Brad Kelly Not often arc opposing coaches satisfied leaving the soccer field with a tie at the conclusion of a game. Monday's senior boys' soccer game between Bowmanville Bowmanville High School and Courtice Secondary School was an exception. Both coaches, John Morris of Bowmanvillc and Dave Muira of Courtice, were pleased with the 3-3 draw their teams battled to. BHS 3 Courtice 3 The lie changed Bowman- ville's undefeated streak to an unbeaten one. Heading into the game against Courtice, they had identical 5-1 wins over G.L. Roberts and East- dale. For Courtice, the tie gave them their first point of the season. They lost their opening opening game of the LOSSA schedule to Eastdale, 2-1. So for both coaches, the tie worked to the advantage of their teams, but for entirely different reasons. For Bowmanvillc, it brought them back down to earth after a pair of easy wins. For Courtice, who have a young team, the tie was- a con fidencc-boostcr. John Lawrence had a pair of goals for Bowmanville. Trever McDonald had the other. For Courtice, all three of the goals were scored by Neil Genius. Though heading into the game at 2-0 on the season, Morris was pleased with his team's effort against a tough Courtice squad. "Courtice was ready for us and really up for the game. It was a good, well-played game," he said. "I don't want to take anything away from them or us." Bowmanville jumped out to an early lead, when Lawrence Lawrence scored the first of his two goals one minute into the first half. Courtice fought back, and held leads of 2-1 and 3-2 as the half was winding down. But a blast that found its way just under the crossbar off a free kick by Lawrence tied the game at 3-3 to end the half. The second half was even, with neither team able to generate generate any type of great scoring scoring opportunity. Despite losing one-goal leads twice during the game, coach Muira was satisfied with the effort of his team. "We're finally starting to put it together. How good we arc won't really show until the end of the season," he said, as time was running out in the second half. "Hopefully, we will be good when the end of die season season comes and the playoffs roll around." With five points to their credit and only two games remaining remaining on their schedule, Bowmanvillc has just about assured themselves of a berth in the playoffs. The intensity that they've shown in -their first three games could carry them a long way in' the playoffs. "We just have to keep playing good, consistent soccer," soccer," said Morris. "We have a tough tournament | this weekend in Dunbarton which will be good for us." In die junior game that preceded the seniors. Bowmanvillc Bowmanvillc shut out Coutice 2- 0. Sheridan Shines for Hockin Survivors Win "B" 's Soccer Star 10 Eagles' Final Over-Age Spot Filled by Rob Real by Brad Kelly As training camp for the Bowmanvillc Eagles opened, Rob Real found himself very close to being a player without without a league to perform in. He had spent only one full season with the Eagles, and by virtue of his age, it was supposed to be his last. But the over-age rule that the league adopted last year gave two players from each team another opportunity to play a season of junior hockey. hockey. Following the announcement announcement that goaltender Chris Massey was to be one of the Eagles' over-agers, only one , spot remained vacant. Real wanted that spot. His Great Pine Ridge Kinette Skat-a-thon Preparations arc ready for the 1st annual Great Pine Ridge Kinette Skate-A-Thon. It takes place on Saturday, October October 5 from 10-2 p.m. at the ' Newcastle Village Arena. The Kinetics have planned for lots of fun and activity during the Skate-A-Thon. There will be clowns, balloons, prizes, refreshments refreshments and an information booth. The public is invited to share in the fun, even if they are not planning to skate. Money raised by the skaters will be going to the area's elementary elementary schools, community youth activities and other worthwhile causes supported by the Kinetics. play during the pre-season indicated indicated that he deserved to get it. Last week he did. The Eagles Eagles inked his name to a player's card. "I heard (Chris) Massey would get one of the spots, and I figured (Gareth) Stone probably had dibs on the other other one," said Real following a recent practice. Because of school, Stone was unable to make a playing commitment to the Eagles. It left the door open for Real. It was all he needed. "I put a little pressure on myself," he said when asked about training camp. "I didn't have a great playoff last year, so I had something to prove to myself and the coaching staff that my play in the league wasn't a fluke last year. "It was a relief to sign. It was a load off my back." In a couple of earlier attempts, attempts, he was unable to make the Eagles' roster. He was close, but when the final cuts were summoned to the coaches office, Real's name always seemed to get called. So, when last year's camp began, it was his last chance to land a spot on the team. After a strong training camp, coach Mike Noonan signed him. His strong play continued through the first couple of months of the regular season. In fact, his name appeared weekly in the top ten scoring statistics for the league. . ( L# 1 /% f I --\ L Phone Brad Kelly at 623-3303 Â But then December rolled around. The Eagles went into a terrible slump. Real was no different. The only difference was that when the team pulled out of their dismal play in time for the playoffs, Real remained caught in the December slump. He stayed in it as the playoffs began. And, while the team made their way to the league finals, the only ice Real was seeing was from the bench. "The coach (Noonan) couldn't afford to wait for me any longer. He had to go with what was working. "I couldn't find any luck around the net and became a little hesitant on shooting. I was always trying to make a pass." But signs of last year's season-ending slump were erased in the pre-season. His touch around the net came back. His best game was a three-goal performance against the MoJacks in a 10-8 win. . The game was just one of the many contributing factors that convinced Noonan to sign him. "Real was dedicated, came out, and worked hard. He showed me and Paul (Reed, assistant coach) that he wanted to be here. "He worked hard and that's why he's here. He wanted to play and is fortunate fortunate enough to be one of the players to get another kick at the can. "I'll be looking for some consistency from him this year. I don't care if he fills the net. As long as he' plays tough along the boards, his goals will come." With such an inexperienced inexperienced team this year - as many as nine rookies could be on the opening day rosier - - leadership from the veterans The Bowmanville Eagles filled their second overage overage position last week, when they , signed Rob Real for the upcoming season. The winger is in his second second season with the club. Run-a-thon Raises Funds for Clarke YOUTH BASKETBALL -- Because of the tremendous success of last year, the YMCA of the Durham Region will be conducting another season of youth basketball at Vincent Massey Public School in Bowmanville. The league is for boys and girls between the ages of 8-13, and games are held on Monday and Tuesday evenings from 6-9 p.m. The league is a real family affair, as parents, brothers and sisters are able to get involved as coaches or scorekeepers. If you would like to sign your son/daughter up for the league, call the YMCA at (416) 668-6868. SOCCER SENSATION -- Courtice Secondary School graduate Stephanie Axford has picked up where she left off last year as a member of the Durham College Lady Lords varsity soccer team. The scholarship athlete netted two goals to give her three on the season in a recent 2-0 win over George Brown. Her offensive prowess has led Durham to a 2-0 start in O.C.A.A regular season play. EAGLES' GAMES -- You'll want to be in attendance at the Recreation Complex this Sunday night as the Bowmanville Eagles begin their long-awaited regular season home schedule against the Lakefield Chiefs. Their first taste of league action will come against the defending league champions, the Uxbridge Bruins on Friday night. Game time for Sunday's home opener will be 7:30 p.m. SINGING THE BLUES -- Former BHS grad Richard Fischer had an outstanding game on Friday night as his team, the University of Toronto Blues, defeated the Guelph Gryphons 16-11 during a nationally televised OUAA football game on TSN. Fischer, a defensive tackle, made a number of key tackles, deflected a pass and recovered a blocked punt. Toronto is now 2-1 on the season and ranked 10th in the country, THE JURY IS IN -- What verdict did the jury reach in the case between die Erv Brooks soccer team and die executive of the Darlington Youth Soccer League? Well, most readers appear to be supporting die executive. We had three "jury members" express their opinions over die phone, while two others stopped us in person. All applauded the stand that the executive took. SEAT SALE -- What's the only item in Montreal's Olympic Stadium that has any market value should it be sold? Answer: the seats. Nobody was ever in them whether the Expos or Alouettes were playing. They shouldn't have depreciated much, TRIVIA -- When the Blue Jays faced the Oakland A's in the 1989 ALL'S, what Blue Jay player led the team with seven hits? ANSWER -- Tony Fernandez No, these students weren't trying to make a human pretzel out of Sean McKenzie. Instead, they were helping him to stretch out for Clarke High School's Run-A-Thon that was held last Friday afternoon. These six students students organized the fund-raiser to help raise money for the athletic department. department. As much as $2,500 was raised in past runs. Helping Sean with his stretching are, clockwise from left, Leslie Plazek, Kevin Scott, Barb Crowther, Elizabeth Oxenham, and Jennifer TenWesteneind (kneeling with cup). will be important. As one oj the veterans, Real will be relied on heavily to providi some maturity to the club. / role that he feels will lx shared by many. "We're young, so it wil be up to myself, Shane (Arm strong), Nick (Dennis) am Dean (Baumhauer) to set at example for the younger guy: both on and off the ice." So far in the pre-season Real has led by example wit! his play on the ice. It's an ex ample that many of the rookies rookies will have to follow if the Eagles are to enjoy any stiej cess this year. J j Bowmanville High School put their winning streak on the line against, their arch-rivdls from Courtice Secondary School on Monday afternoon. * Bowmanville remained, undefeated after the teams battled to a 3-3 tie nv LOSSA senior boys' soccer league play. ; COREBOARD Central C ntario Jr. Begins Oct. 4) Lost Tied 0 0 (League Plaj Team Bowmanville Uxbridge Little Britain . . Cobourg Lakefield • i "' --" 1 Port Perry Bowmanvilh Team Hoopers Trophy Francis Personnel Norm's Deli Bil'den Home Improve Hockin Real Estate Hunt's Photo Thursday's Results Hoopers 7 Bil'den 5 j Francis 14 Hockin 4l Norm's 10 Hunt's 1 1 Newcastle Town League Team j Won Lost Tied Johnson Excavation ! 1 0 0 Sharks ; 1 0 0 Tennant Heating 1 0 0 Green Leaf 0 1 0 Newcastle Lumber 0 1 0 Gruffies 0 10 Pts. 0 0 0 0 0 0 Pts. 2 2 2 0 0 0 Pts. 2 2 2 0 0 0 Sunday's Results Johnson Excavation 4 Green Leaf 2 Sharks 5 Newcastle Lumber 3 Tennant Heating 3 Gruffies 2 Bowmanville Non-Contact Over 25 Division Team Won Preston 1 Blues 0 Pattern 0 Bobby's 0 Sunday's Results Blues 2 Pattern 2 Preston 9 Bobby's 2 Over 35 Division Woods 1 Century 21 1 Shoppers 1 Papps . 1 Bingo 0 M&M Meats 0 Hanc's 0 - Falcons 0 Weekend Results Woods 4 Bingo 3 Century 21 10 M&M Meats 5 Shoppers 12 Hanc's 4 Papps 16 Falcons 2 Lost 0 0 0. 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 1 Tied 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Pts. 2 1 1 0 2 c 2.;: 2 r 2 ! 0 0 0 o ■-! 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