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Geranium Atoms Play in Tournament ■ The Geranium Homes atoms trav- élled to Niagara-On-The-Lake Febru- ; ary 13-14 to compete in a 16-team !' tournament. I' • In Geranium's first game against ! N.O.T.L. Wiens Auto, the opponent chalked up an early goal in the first. Geranium's Jonathan Black tied the ; game in the second with an assist to i Bobby Gorman. Geranium took con- : trol of the game in the third period with a tie-breaking goal by Jonathan Black, assisted by Mike Harper. With minutes left in the game, Geranium's Mike Cyr sank in another on a pass from Jonathan Kinghan, ending the game with a 3-1 win. Jonathan Black earned the Most Valuable Player Award for the first game. Early the next day, Geranium suited suited up to meet Pelham. Geranium came out flying, managing a 6-1 win. Goals were scored by Jonathan Black (3), Colin'Maude, Mike Harper and Shane Yorke. Assists went to Mike Harper (3), Jonathan Black (2), Bobby Gorman, Jonathan Kinghan and Mike Cyr. Earning the MVP award was winger David Ritchie. Jonathan Black came up with a hat-trick for this game. Geranium's third game of the day sealed their chance to move into the ' semi-finals. Playing against Stoney Creek Deli, both teams managed to put themselves on the scoreboard in the first. Geranium, determined to win, dug deep and played tough. Jonathan Jonathan Black put Geranium ahead in the second, assisted by Mike Harper and Chris Jasiewicz. Looking to ensure the win, Mike Harper chalked up three back-to-back goals with assists to Shane Yorke, Jeff Hrdlicka and Jonathan Jonathan Black. Stoney Creek replied with one in the net. Going into the third, Mike Cyr sunk in his second unassisted goal of the game. Stoney Creek, however, eager eager to grab the semi-finalist position, came back in a flurry with two goals in less than a minute. Not to be shaken, shaken, Geranium continued their tough play, holding Stoney Creek back and ending the game with a 6-4 win. Mike Harper, with a hat-trick, was awarded the MVP award in this game. In the semi-final round, Geranium took to the ice against Port Dover. The boys played another strong game, showing us some great teamwork and passing plays, Jonathan Black, assisted assisted by Mike Harper, gave Geranium the lead late in the first period. Net-to- net action in the second saw both goaltenders come up with some big saves to keep the period scoreless. Determined Determined to notch a spot in the finals, the boys kept up with terrific passing and defensive play. In the final minutes minutes of the game, Jonathan Black, as sisted by David Ritchie, connected to give Geranium a 2-0 win. Earning himself a shutout, goaltender Robbie Weir, was presented with the Most Valuable Player Award. After this nail-biting action, Geranium Geranium were given a ten-minute break before stepping onto the ice to meet the home team, Harvest Bam, in'the finals. After coming this far, the boys were determined to bring home the championship trophy. With unending energy, the boys took an early lêad in the first with two goals by Jonathan Black and Mike Harper. Assists went to Jonathan Kinghan, Mike Harper, David Ritchie and Jonathan Black. The second period saw goals by Mike Harper (2), Jonathan Black and Geoffrey Neuman. Assists went to Mike Cyr (2), Shane Yorke, David Ritchie, John Carlton and Jonathan Kinghan. Harvest Bam managed to sink one in this period to put themselves themselves on the scoreboard. Jeff Hrdlicka gave Geranium its final point on an unassisted goal late in the third. With a 7-1 win, Geranium came away winning the championship. Mike Harper, with his second hat- trick of the tournament, was named the MVP for this final game. The coaches were especially proud of all the boys for their great teamwork teamwork and fair play. The Geranium Homes atoms travelled to Niagara-On-The-Lake February 13-14 and returned home with the 'A' Championship. Team members include, not in order of above photo, Robbie Weir, Michael Harper, Jonathan Black, Jeff Hrdlicka, John Carlton, Jonathan Kinghan, Colin Muade, Bobby Gorman, Geoffrey Neuman, Shane Yorke, Mike Cyr, David Ritchie, Chris Jasiewicz, Doug Harper (coach), Brett Cyr (asst.), Terry Kinghan (asst.). Minor Novices Advance in Playoffs On February 27, the minor novice Toros advanced in York-Simcoe playoffs with a comeback 3-2 win over Newmarket. Falling behind 2-0, the boys came roaring back with three straight. Craig Barraball, Garrett McKnight and Paul Gariston all hit twice. Helpers went to Adam Bowen (2), Mark Lemieux, Paul Garisto and Trevor Baker. On February 18, the Toros opened the round robin with a 2-1 loss. Mark Lemieux from Trevor Cowan supplied the offence. On February 20, Dennis Pizzeria Pizza Pizza Atoms Skates To Win Over Family Trust On Saturday, February 27, the BRHL Pizza Pizza atoms played a game against Family Trust at the. Bowmanvillc rink. Family Trust scored first, but Jason Bakker fired in the tying marker with the set-up going to Shawn Watson and Patrick O'Halloran. Then, O'Halloran got the go-ahead goal assisted by Kevin Kevin Lcggc. There was no scoring in the second period and the game remained that way until Brandon Baker netted the winner in the third period assisted by Kevin Lcggc and Jonothan Whitehead. Whitehead. Final score was Pizza Pizza 3, Family Trust 2. This win moves Pizza Pizza into third place. took on Markham again and tied 2-2. Garrett McKnight and Paul Garisto had goals, with assists going to Paul Garisto, Trevor Baker (2) and Robbie Campbell. tin February 22, the Baby Bulls, needing a win, went into Newmarket and totally dominated the Rcdmcn 3- 0. Garrett McKnight (2) and Jamie Bryant turned on the red light with assists assists going to Paul Garisto (2) and goaltender Dylan Cull, who also had the shutout. • Solid goal tending by Craig Sykes and Dylan Cull enabled the Toros to outscorc the opposition 9-6 in the round robin. On February 25, the Toros took on Port Hope major novices and shut them out 2-0. Jesse Gimblctt scored both, with assists to Garrett McKnight and Mark Lemieux. The shutout was recorded by Craig Sykes. Wishes for a speedy recovery go out to Zach Thoraval and his broken arm. Slo Pitch League Expanding to Three Divisions The 1993 baseball season will soon be here, and this year the Boys' Slo Pitch League is expanding to three divisions. divisions. They will be Junior (7-9), Intermediate Intermediate (10-12), Senior (13-16). As our fourth year is about to open, we again are not raising the registration registration fee, which will be $50 for each boy. We are looking for team sponsors, which we charge only $150 per sponsor to help pay for the cost of sweaters. People have asked what is the difference difference between slo pitch and hardball. hardball. Well, it depends on what side of the fence you are on. Here are a few differences: •Pitching: slo pitch is thrown with an arc or lobbed in at a slow speed. Hardball is thrown across the plate at a faster speed •Slo pitch is a hitter's game, with more defence and lots of good plays on the bases. Hardball can become a pitching game if you have a boy who can pitch the ball quickly over the plate. •Slo pitch is played with ten players in the field. Hardball is played with nine players. If you have more questions or need more information, or if you would like to be placed on a team list, please call A1 Cole at 623-9280, Paul Forsey at 623-9473, or Jim MacMurter at 623- 4125, Watch your local paper, schools and rinks for registration dates, which will be in early April. In closing, as the old saying goes: * 'Try us. You might like it." One thing we don't like to hear is boys and parents saying that slo pitch is a girls' game or that only sissies play the game. They are wrong. Slo pitch can become a great game to play. We feed players into the Men's Slo Pitch League. Hardball boys, when they have completed their years of playing, have nowhere to go but to slo pitch leagues. Sports Shop Meets Pickering in Playoffs After losing to Markham, Sports Shop went on to meet Pickering in the York-Simcoe playoffs. This series is a best-of-three, with the Toros leading. In game one on February 22, after falling behind 1-0 and two scoreless periods, the Toros got on the scoreboard scoreboard in the third, tying the game. Tyson Tyson Crocker was assisted by Darryl Steele and Chris Wise. On February 25, the Toros went to Pickering to win this game 3-1 on goals by Darryl Steele (2), and Jona- vthan Ross. Assists went to Jonathan Ross, Tyler Kohn, Matt O'Halloran. The Toros had an exhibition game against Uxbridge on February 27, winning 4-3. Goals were scored by Tyson Crocker (3) and Jonathan Ross. Assists to Philip Fracz, Davyn Dy- mond, Chris Wise, Jonathan Ross and Darryl Steele (3). l he Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, March 3, .1993 7 Outstanding Goaltender Wins Award Bowmanville resident Chris McCarthy of the Central Ontario 'AAA' midget Wolves is shown above receiving the Most Outstanding Outstanding Goaltender trophy during the 26th Annual Georgetown 'AAA' midget hockey tournament. Chris posted a 2.00 goals against average during the tournament. Toro Teams Move Closer to All Ontario Championship A couple of Bowmanville Toro teams are drawing closer to reaching the goal of every minor hockey team in Ontario, a Provincial Championship. Championship. The juveniles have earned a berth in the All-Ontario finals after, sweeping East Gwillimbury in, four straight games in the semi-finals. They are now awaiting the winner of a series between Chinguacousy and Cambridge. The midgets have also moved one step closer. They eliminated Peterborough Peterborough to advance to the semifinals semifinals against the winner of a series between Markham and Orillia. The major peewees continue their semi-final series in Vaughan on Friday, and return to the Darlington Darlington Sports Centre on Monday night at 8:00 p.m. In York-Simcoe playoffs, the major major bantams played game five of their series in Markham last night. If they won, they would advance. The minor bantams host Ajax this Saturday at the Darlington Sports Centre at 4:30 p.m. The minor peewees face Pickering Pickering in game three of their series tonight tonight at 7:30 p.m. at the Darlington Sports Centre. The major novices lead their series series with Pickering three points 'to one, while the minor novices face Vaughan in game two of their series on Saturday night at 6:00 p.m. at the Darlington Sports Centre. DURHAM AUTO DETAIL COMPLETE AUTOMOTIVE CLEANUP Buff and Wax • Interior Shampoo • Polyshine • Rust Proofing FRED DE VRIES (416) 697-2297 163 Baseline Road, Unit 2 Bowmanville, Ontario L1C3L4 Hockey Coaching Tips For more information contact the C.A.H.A. or 3M Canada Inc SCOREBOARD Central Ontario Jr. C Playoffs League Finals Bowmanville vs. Little Britain Game 1 - Bowmanville 5 Little Britain 3 Game 2 ~ Bowmanville 6 Little Britain 5 Game 3 - Little Britain, Saturday, March 6 Game 4 - Bowmanville, Sunday, March 7 Game 5 - Little Britain, Saturday, March 13 (if necessary) Game 6 - Bowmanville, Sunday, March 14 (if necessary (First six games of scries 7:30 p.m, start) Game 7 -- Little Britain, Wednesday, March 17, 8:00 p.m. (if necessary) Bowmanvillc Engles Playoff Statistics Name Shane Armstrong Todd Cannings Brad Robinson •Trevor Clnpporton iRyan Stewart Marvin Robillnrd GoofT Fleming Dave Stockton Gary Adams ;Shnwn Hutchings Eric Warner JofT Murphy Nick Dennis •JolTFlintoir .Chad Armstrong Drew Allonby xfnson Gordon Dave Real tfoflf Johnston Goalies Drew Campbell Sarah Couch Bowmanvillc Non-Contact Hockey League Playoff Results Team Burke Division Beasties A&D Truckshop D. Base Papps Oliver Division W L T Pts. Shoppers Mosport Ilancs Dutchman 1 0 1 1 2 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 2 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 GP G A Pts. 13 16 16 31 Shackelton Division 13 5 14 19 Preston 2 0 0 13 10 8 18 Pattern 0 2 0 10 7 8 16 13 6 9 15 Blues 2 0 0 13 6 7 13 Bobbys 020 13 1 10 11 Weekend Results 13 4 7 11 Shoppers 5 Mosport 3 12 4 3 7 Papps 5 D. Base 1 13 3 4 7 A&D Truckshop 3 llcnslios 3 13 0 6 C Ilancs 7 Dutchman 2 13 1 2 3 Preston 6 Pattern 3 2 1 2 3 Blues 6 Bobbys 1 8 0 3 3 12 0 2 2 Newcastle Village Town Lout 10 0 2 2 Semi-Finals 10 0 2 2 Sharks 7 Blnckhawks 1 13 0 1 1 (Sharks win series 2-0) 11 0 0 0 Min«. GA Avg. Sit 'iV Sip 0 GruIBcs 4 780 44 3.38 (Series tied nt 1-1) 0 0 0 Game 3, Sunday nt 9:00 p.m. 3 1 2 2 4 0 3 1 4 Q 4 0 Communicate with referees Many coaches do not realize the importance of communicating effectively and positively with referees. Your relationship with the referee directly affects the atmosphere in which the game is played. Your attitude ultimately determines your players' attitudes towards referees. You must contribute to the establishment of a mutually respectful relationship with referees. This will help your players learn that referees are necessary to make hockey fair and enjoyable for all. Consider the following strategies in developing positive communications with referees, * arrange to have referees speak to your players at the beginning of the season regarding rules and regulations. * make sure you and your players know and understand the rules and how they arc applied. * recognize that referees arc human, and will make mistakes, as we do as players and coaches. * do not challenge referees' authority and decisions, even if you disagree with a call. * address your concerns professionally with officials after the game: remember to set a good example for your players. * do not take calls personally, calls arc against your team, not you. * compliment referees when they make good calls. * have players officiate scrimmages during practices to help them appreciate the referee's role. For more information on improving your coaching skills, contact the Canadian Amateur Hockey Association, 1600 James Naismlth Dr., Gloucester, Ontario, K1B 5N4, 613-74S-S613; 3M Canada Inc. or the Coaching Association of Canada. \