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Former Olympic Athlete Represented Newtonville The year was 1984. Tina Turner held down top spot on the pop charts with "What's Love Got To Do With It," while Dynasty was the top-rated television show. In the spring of that year, the Edmonton Edmonton Oilers won their first Stanley Stanley Cup in franchise history, stopping stopping the New York Islanders after four successive championships. The Detroit Tigers, skipped by Sparky Anderson, beat the San Diego Diego Padres in five games to win their first World Series in 16 years. Larry Bird led his Boston Celtics to an exciting seventh-game victory over Magic Johnson and the Los Angeles Angeles Lakers in the NBA final. That series wasn't the only historical historical event of note to transpire in the state of California. It was during that same summer that the city of Los Angeles greeted athletes from around the world as hosts of the 1984 Olympic Games. A record 141 nations sent athletes to compete, including Canada, who enjoyed one of their strongest showings showings in history. The Canadian. swim team was one of the best ever assembled, as Victor Davis and Anne Ottenbrite, of Whitby, captured three medals apiece. Also of significance in those Olympics were the track and field events, where for the first time in Olympic history, the women's marathon marathon was offered. And it was in that marathon, that a young Canadian runner who stayed with the leaders for much of the 26-mile distance, brought notoriety notoriety to both herself and the country she represented. That person was Sylvia Ruegger of Newtonville. At 23-years of age, the graduate of Clarke High School had a passion passion for running that was unequaled. Often, in the early morning hours, she could be seen running lap after lap around the 400 metre track at the school. She concentrated much of her efforts efforts on cross-country races during the early part of her career. But, as the Olympics of 1984 approached, she made the transition to the marathon. marathon. Running in her first marathon ever, Ruegger gained a berth on Canada's Olympic team when she won the women's division of the National Capital Marathon in Ottawa. Ottawa. She completed the course in a time of 2 hours, 30 minutes, and 37 seconds, shattering the previous National National Capital record by an amazing 12 minutes. In a 15 kilometre tune-up race held in Portland, Oregon, six weeks prior to the Olympics, Ruegger outlasted outlasted the field to win, and solidify herself as a legitimate contender for a medal in Los Angeles. The race in Oregon had attracted a strong field of international competitors competitors from 14 countries, including nine Olympic contenders. Among those to get beaten by Ruegger was Boston marathon champion Lorraine Moller of New Zealand. Ruegger, who was in peak condition condition leading up to the Olympics, was averaging weekly training sessions of 110 miles per week. The Olympic Games of 1984 were marred by a boycott led by the Olympics by Brad Kelly Soviets and 13 of their communist allied countries. It was the third Olympiad in a row that athletes were affected by a political decision made by their respective government. The boycott had little effect on the calibre of competition that would enter the women's marathon. Only a couple of the world's top 20 marathoners resided in nations who decided to forgo the Games. Many observers felt the boycott was in retaliation for the one that occurred occurred in 1980 when Moscow served as hosts of the Olympics. Those Games were the first to be held in a communist country. The United States led the protest of 64 nations who decided to withhold withhold their athletes. The decision was made in response to Russia's invasion invasion of Afghanistan in December of 1979,. The quality of athletes who were prohibited from competing had a tremendous tremendous impact on the Olympics. The first of the three infamous boycotts in succession started when Montreal served as hosts for the 1976 Olympics. A total of 32 nations, nations, many from black Africa, walked out when the International Olympic Committee refused a request request to ban New Zealand because of the tour their national rugby team was making through racially- segregated South Africa. Not only were the Olympics ruined by the boycott, they were also a financial embarrassment. When selected as the host site by the International Olympic Committee Committee in 1970, organizers in Montreal Montreal estimated that the total cost to stage the '76 Games would be $310 million. Due to labour disputes disputes and mismanagement, among other things, the final price tag for those games exceeded $1.5 billion. That was in stark contrast to the Los Angeles Olympics of 1984, which was spearheaded by Peter Ueberroth. Privately financed, the Games generated a profit of $215 million, which was unheard of. The success earned Ueberroth the title of "Man of the Year" as chosen by Time magazine. He later served as the commissioner of Major Major League Baseball for a period from 1984-89. As the first-ever women's marathon marathon neared its completion in '84, some 80,000 spectators rose to cheer on the athletes as they entered entered the Olympic Coliseum. Joan Benoit, of the United States, sent the hometown crowd into a frenzy when she crossed the finish line in first place in a time of 2:24:52. Shortly afterwards, the pride and joy of the village of Newtonville, Newtonville, Sylvia Ruegger, entered the stadium, finishing in eighth place out of a field of 50 runners. That race represented only the second marathon she had run in her career. Entering the race, the young Canadian had hoped for a placing in the top 16. Ten years later, one of Canada's most inspirational athletes resides in Guelph, and continues to train on a regular basis. Junior Champions Crowned at Bowmanville Tournament Grand Circuit Week Ushers in September For Harness Racers Forget the chilly evenings and that hint of color changes in the trees. The true sign that fall is just around the comer is the start of Grand Circuit Week of racing to kick off the fall meet at Mohawk Raceway near Campbellville. Grand Circuit Week is an institution institution in North American harness racing. racing. The circuit travels around to various tracks, bringing with it the absolute best in each division of age, sex and gait. Mohawk's week, which concludes concludes September 10, is the only Canadian Canadian leg of the series. Many of the standouts in stan- dardbred racing over the years have made Mohawk's Grand Circuit a stop on their racing schedule. Elite performers such as Cam Fella, Presidential Presidential Ball, Towners Image, American Winner, Amity Chef, Western Hanover, Tarport Frenzy, Riyads, Historic, and Expensive Scooter have all walked away with a winner's trophy during Grand Cir- cuit week, Mohawk's week is the only Canadian leg The Junior Championship tournament was held at the Bowmanville Golf and Country Club last Thursday, with a number of the area's top young golfers taking advantage of the perfect weather conditions. conditions. Sebastian Murdoch (left) won the junior title with a round of 83, while Phylip Sjoblom won the bantam crown with a. 90. Both winners are shown above with course owner David Lee. of the series @mstrong (D Floor design copyrighted by Armstrong Motif déposé par Armstrong Design Vinyl Centre SEPTEMBER SPECIAL Armstrong Candide Vinyl reg. $27.98 sq, yd. SALE $ 23.98 sq. yd. SALE ON 4 NEW DECORATOR PATTERNS ONLY-22 Colours Rice & Co. 4 St. George St. South Bowmanville 623-1622 or 263-2101 PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST Newcastle Men's Town League SUNDAY NIGHT HOCKEY We are celebrating our 50th Year of Contact Hockey in the Village of Newcastle REGISTRATION Place: Memorial Arena, Village of Newcastle Time and Dates: September 10-12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. September 17 - 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. $100,00 at Registration - Balance Due October 30th NOTE: Players who have not paid registration will not be placed on players 1 list So come out and play and help us celebrate our 50th year of hockey in the Village FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL Randy Riopelle 987-1078 or Larry Carroll 987-4086^ The Bowmanville Golf and Country Club concluded its competitive competitive golf season recently with its 1994 Club Championships for members. members. Three rounds were held to determine determine winners in various categories. David Lee, owner of the club, presented a prize to the winners of each of the club championships. He also contributed a free membership which was won by Paul Martin in a lucky draw. The following arc the results for the men's, women's, and junior divisions: divisions: Men's Division Club Champion -- Terry Whyte, Rick Price (2nd) 55+ Senior Club Champion -- Mac Island, Dr. Lou Garam (2nd) 65+ Super Senior Champion - Ron McPhatc, Scott Cawkcr and Darryl Hunt (tied for 2nd) 'A' Flight - Randy Lake, Paul Martin (2nd) l B' Flight -- Rob Robinson, Mac Island (2nd) •C' Flight - Wally Shaw, Jim Wood (2nd) Women's Division Club Champion -- Rena Island, Marilyn Cole (2nd) Senior Match Play -- Lil Hooper, Mary Boyd (2nd) 'A' Flight Match Play with Handicap - Mary Boyd, Lil Hooper (2nd) '13' Flight Match Play with Handicap -- Mary Mann, Carol Black (2nd) Better Ball Winners -- Rakel Hill and Carol Black, Mary Mann ami Millie Brown (2nd) Junior Division Junior Champion -- Sebastian Murdoch Bantam Champion -- Phylip Sjoblom What is also unique about the Grand Circuit week is the fact that it affords Ontario-sired, raised and bred horses the opportunity to compete compete with their counterparts from south of the border. And results from past years have shown that these home-grown performers have more than held their own. Some of the better-known Ontario-sired Ontario-sired colts and fillies who have defeated their American-sired competitors competitors during past Grand Circuit Weeks include No Sex Please, Driven Driven By Design, Armbro Luxury, Shipps Dream, Twin B Playboy, Armbro Acadian, Armbro Hinter, Misty Silver, Goldie Omaha, and the list goes on. During the week, fans will have the chance to welcome back perennial perennial favorite, Ron Waplcs, who became became only the fifth driver to cam more than $50 million lifetime. A former regular on the Ontario Jockey Jockey Club, who was inducted into harness harness racing's hall of fame this year, Waplcs makes his home in New Jersey Jersey these days. His legion of fans in Ontario always enjoy his frequent appearances for stakes events, The action heats up on Friday for the two-ycar-old pacers in the Champlain Stakes. Dontgctinmy- way, an early season standout in the colt division who already sports over $400,000 in earnings, is just one of the many talented colts still eligible for this event. Grand Circuit week concludes on Saturday with the Siincoc Stakes for thrcc-year-old pacing fillies, worth more than $200,(XX), and the open trot for thrcc-year-old trotters. One of the likely contenders in the latter division is Wcsgatc Crowns, who was named North America's Two-Year-Okl Trotting Colt of the year last season. It's an exciting line-up of equine talent, all looking to become one of the elusive few who can claim a Grand Circuit victory on their résumés, résumés, The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, September 7,1994 7 Jr. C Eagles Hold Fundraising Car Wash Members of the Bowmanville Eagles were in the parking lot of Miracle Mart on Saturday conducting a car wash to help raise funds for the upcoming season. Included in the above group are Todd Cannings, Cannings, Scott Pollard, Gary Armstrong, Jeff Murphy and Rory Laing. Training camp for the Eagles opened on Tuesday, September 6. Youth Bowling League Another exciting season of youth day, September 17, at Liberty Bowl bowling is ready to roll. on Baseline Road in Bowmanville. The Youth Bowling Council will Those interested in playing in the be offering leagues for kids in the league for the 1994-95 season are tyke, bantam, junior and senior age asked to visit Liberty Bowl between divisions. 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. this Satur- The league will begin on Satur- day. Clarington Girls' Slo Pitch League (Final Standings) Team Novice Division W L T Pts. Rene's Gifts & Used Books 12 3 0 24 Skelding Fuelers 12 3 0 24 Vinnie's Mad Cats 9 6 0 18 The Cutting Post 6 9 0 12 Newcastle Lions 4 - 11 0 8 Hanc's Fries Peewee Division 2 13 0 4 Newcastle Recycling 15 2 1 31 Lange's Photo 14 3 1 29 Bob's Towing 11 7 0 22 Snips Sluggers 9 6 3 21 Jim Hancock Freedom 55 9 8 1 19 Destinctive Dining 9 9 0 18 James Publishing 7 11 0 14 Deighton Associates Ltd. 5 11 2 12 Sleeve's Auto Supply 5 12 1 11 C.C. Ice Wear Midget Division 1 16 1 3 Brookside Bombers 15 2 1 31 Dy-Tech Inc. 13 5 0 26. Hobb, Gillies, Bergin 11 7 0 22 Martin Gerrits & Sons 9 6 3 21 The Building Place 10 8 0 20 Mike's Place 9 9 0 18 McCutcheon Service Centre 8 9 1 17 Stutt's Pharmacy Orono 7 11 0 14 Carter's Bakery 3 15 0 6 Optimists NewcasUe Village Russell Division 2 15 1 5 Hooper's Trophy Centre 12 1 2 26 Jo-Elen Sportswear 11 3 1 23. Bank of Montreal 7 7 1 15 Cook's Esso 6 8 1 13 Pollitt, Walters, Dizenbach 5 8 2 12 Liza Homes 0 14 1 1 BOWMANVILLE MEN'S TOWN LEAGUE HOCKEY REGISTRATION (Contact Hockey) All players must register with Dave Wright at 623-2964 before September 15th (League play begins Sept. 23rd) NEWCASTLE VILLAGE M/NOK tIOCKEi SCHEDULE OF FEES Tyke $150 Novice house league $200 Novice OMHA $200 Atom house league $200 Atom OMHA $200 Pee Wee $200 Bantam $200 REGISTRATION DATES at Newcastle Arena Saturday, Sept. 10 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15 7p.m.to9p,m. Saturday,Sept, 17 2p.m,to4p,m. Sunday, Sept. 18 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. $25 discount lor the socond child Irom llm samo lamlly, $50 discounl lor iho third child, ole. Payment Schedule First (50%) payment duo at sign up. Cheque post dated November 1G, 1994 required I or Iho socond paymoni. Returning players will have thoir 1993/94 registration rebate applied to their socond paymoni first and thon to thoir first paymoni. N.V.M.H.A, O.M.H.A. TRYOUTS - NOVICE AND ATOM Times 3 p.m. lo 4 p.m. Novlco 4 p.m. to 5 p.m, Atom 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Novlco 3 p.m. lo 4 p.m. Atom tl:30 p.m. lo 10 p.m. Novlco 8:30p.m. lo top,m. Atom 3p.nt. to 4 p.m. Novlco 4 p.m. lo 5 p, m. Alom 2 p.m, to 3 p.m. Novlco 3 p.m. lo 4 p.m. Alom $5.00 pur tryout, All plnyors hnvu to bu roglstorod and paid (lirst paymoni) with N.V.M.H.A. boloro trying out. Anyone wishing lo conch or mnnngo n loam or requiring lurthor Information nro requested lo conflict Dwight Sourie at 786-2479. All loams (both Itotiso longuo and OMHA) aro gunrnntood two hours Ico a wook, No shared Ico. © alurday, Sopl. 10 Sunday, Soph 11 Wednesday, Soph 14 Thursday, Sept. 15 Saturday, Sept. 17 Sunday, Soph 10