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.8 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, March 30,1994 Enter Playoff Rounds Thursday Night Leafs g eas0 n Ends in Triumph for Dennis Pizzeria The Thursday Night Town League Leafs faced off against James Insurance Insurance in their second game of their round robin on March 26. Trevor Cowan opened the scoring for James Insurance at the 12:31 mark of the first period. However, the Leafs came storming back with five unanswered goals before the end of the period with Darren Kelly scoring scoring two, Bradley Knox, James Harris and Jeffery MacPherson had singles. Assists went to Matt Withers, James Harris and Jeff MacPherson. Ryan Evans, of James Insurance, scored the only .second period goal with the assist going to Kym Prout. s Darren Kelly completed his hat- trick in the third with Justin Ross assisting assisting to complete the scoring, giving giving the Thursday Night Town League a 6-2 win. On Sunday, March 27 the Leafs faced off against Carter's Bakery. Two weeks earlier, Carters had shut out the Leafs 4-0, so they had a little 'extra incentive to win this one. ■ However, one minute into the game, Stuart King put Carters up 1-0 with the assist going to Lyle McCormack. McCormack. The remainder of the period was up and down hockey with neither neither goalie, Sean Burrows of Carters, or Andrew Millson of the Leafs, allowing allowing any pucks to escape them. Early in the second period, Chris Bcncteau rushed up ice from his defensive defensive position and ripped a shot to tie the game at 1-1. A few minutes later, Jody Halik dented the twine with Dale Hubbs assisting to put the Leafs ahead 2-1. With six minutes remaining, remaining, Stuart King scored his second, second, assisted by Brad Cumglissen to tie the game at 2-2 and set up an exciting exciting finish. However, a minute later, Darren Kelly put the Leafs in the lead with assists to Brooks Robinson and Justin Ross. With a little over three minutes left, the Leafs picked up a hooking penalty. But the penalty killing was superb as Darren Kelly finished it off with an end-to-end rush, beating the steady Sean Burrows to cap off a 4-2 win for the Leafs. Hooper's Involved in Three Playoff Games After an exciting season, Hoopers Trophies has geared up for the playoffs with three round robin - games. , On Wednesday, March 16, Hoopers Hoopers met their first opponent, Rolph 'Novico, at the Orono rink. While some team members on both sides • were apparently enjoying the March Break, the members left behind shouldered the load in their first playoff match. Hoopers gained the lead scoring two goals in the first period. The first was an unassisted effort by Brian Tamblyn. The second belonged to Nolan Dower, assisted by Tamblyn and Rerrie, Steve LaFlamme assisted by Stravato reinforced the lead in the second period. Luxton and Dao recorded recorded the shut-out for a final score, Hoppers 3, Novico 0. The second playoff encounter saw Hoopers meeting Checkers in a rare early morning .appearance at Newcastle arena. A well-balanced first period resulted resulted in no scoring. Hoopers were first to light up the scoreboard in the second on a goal by Steve Bosgraaf, assisted by Jason Rerrie. Checkers came back with two quick unanswered unanswered goals before Bosgraaf, assisted assisted by Stravato, tied up the score." Checkers regained the lead in the second, second, and added an insurance goal in the third for a final score of Checkers 4, Hoopers 2. The mid point of the Round Robin took place on March 24 at Orono Arena against Dÿkstra's Deli, Dykstra's came out strong scoring first in the early minutes, of the first period. Hoopers battled well into the second period before equalizing the score at 1-1 on a goal by Nolan Dower, Dower, assisted by Mark Ganhao. Dykstra came back early in the third period to regain the lead. With the opportunity for Hoopers to make a comeback ticking away, enthusiastic enthusiastic fans were treated to a long awaited awaited and well timed goal from Jason Rerrie, assisted by Dower and Ganhao, Ganhao, in the final three minutes of the game. Final score was Hoopers 2, Dykstra 2. NEWCASTLE FIGURE SKATING CLUB presents STARLIGHT EXPRESS Featuring Guest Skaters _Briar Ransberry * Tracy Eames Newcastle Arena d Saturday, April 2 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Admission: Adults $4; Seniors and Students S2; Children 12 and under $1 CARNIVAL 1994 Bell telephone lines were jammed on Saturday night as the baby bulls were spreading the good news about their season ending victory over Mcl- vem, as they swept the series three games to zero. President Clinton look alike took time out from making Bad Boy commercials commercials and called to congratulate the team on their fine play and asked the boys to spend an afternoon at his house. The baby bulls declined as they are holding out for the invitation ■from the real Uncle Sam and a day at the White House. If the President declines to call, perhaps the Blue Jays can console the team. The bulls were told not to expect expect a call from the Prime Minister as he was not making long distance calls as part of his deficit reduction plan. The team will settle for a day with the Mayor of Clarington at city hall, the team noting that it would have to be a school day. Defeat Melvem For Novice Zone 3 Title After squeaking by a 3-2 win in the first game, the Toros won a close second game 4-2 in Darlington arena and now they were to take their show on the road as they had a meeting for Saturday afternoon in Melvcm. After battling à never say die Aurora Aurora team in Streetsville Saturday morning to a 3-2 victory, the stage was set for the Melvem match. The Toros stepped it up a notch, and after the smoke cleared they were in a celebrating mood as they downed Melvem 11-2. : Before game time, bad news for the bulls was the Shane Gonsalves would be scratched as he was stricken stricken with the flu bug. With one player down, the rough play put center Jason Jason Hicks out of game contention as he was hit across the ankles with-a two hander. A close call almost put Brandon Beers out of action as he was shaken by a thunderous body check. This fired up the bulls as they retaliated by filling the net. A hat-trick and assist for Matt Beech, a pair of goals and an assist for John Kelly, a very strong game for Greg Tamblyn as he scored one and assisted on two, Jeff Larsh one goal and two assists, Colin Baker notched two goals along with line- mate Garrett Nemisz who also scored two and assisted on two. Assists to Brandon Beers with on, Jeremy McKee, Brendon Kalijundic and Tyl- . er Brown were credited with helpers and Jason Emond received two as- 94 CHEVY 6.5 LITRE TURBO DIESEL 2 WHEEL DRIVE #327 6.5 litre turbo diesel, air, auto, cassette, 8600 #G.V.W,R„ tilt and cruise. M.S.R.P. $27,213. BUY $ 25,000 LEASE plus tax 4 WHEEL DRIVE #306 6.5 litre turbo diesel, air, auto, cassette, 8600 #G.V.W.R., tilt and cruise, posi-trac. M.S.R.P. $30,363. BUY *28,000 PIUS tax LEASE $ 41 8.06/mo. plus tax Based on 36 month lease, Interest rate 6.5%, downpayment of $2500. required. Available with more or less money down and with or without trade. $ 484.85/mo. plus tax J.E. QUANTRILL CHEVROLET • GEO • OLDSMOBILE • CADILLAC LTD. Hwy. #2 East End QQP /IC7C of Port Hope 003"40 I 0 The Bowmanville Dennis Pizzeria Novice Toros captured the Zone 3 championship of the OMHA recently recently when they defeated Melvem in the finals. The team was honoured for their accomplishment prior to the start of the Jr. C game on Sunday night between Bowmanville and Napanee. The team is shown' above, shortly after winning the championship. Members include, not in order in above, photo, Andrew King, Brendan Kalijundic, Colin Baker, Greg Tamblyn, Brandon Beers, Garrett Nemisz, ! Jeremy McKee, Shane Gonsalves, John Kelly, Matt Beech, Tyler Brown, Jason Hicks, Jason Emond, Jeff Larsh, Justin Vandebclt. sists for his skating efforts. The Bowmanville net, game after game, is protected by the outstanding goaltending tandem of Justin Vandebclt Vandebclt .and Andrew King who are always always acrobatic at stopping the puck. After the game, the Toros paraded the plaque around the ice, threw away their hockey helmets, gloves and sticks, danced a victory dance and then soaked the coaching staff of Gary Nemisz, James Baker, Manager Dave Larsh, Doorman Larry Brown, Wayne Beers and any parent who happened into the dressing room. Why you ask all the excitement? It's because the Dennis Pizzeria Minor Novice "AA" Toros are the 1993-94 Zone 3_ Champions of the Ontario Minor Hockey Association. Play Sunday at Maple Leaf Gardens in Timmy Tyke Tourney Dennis Pizzeria would like to congratulate congratulate the Toros for their stellar season and for achieving their goal in winning the highest level. the team could win. They wish the team good luck in the Streetsville Tournament arid the Timmy Tyke Tournament be- ■ ing held at Maple Leaf Gardens on Easter Sunday, game time 10:00 a,m. The baby bulls invite everyone to come to the Gardens and cheer them on. For the most fun, wear Toro red, white and blue colors, put marbles in tin cans and come out and make noise. Congratulations, have fun and good luck. 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