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PAGE 6 - PLAINDEALER - FRIDAY, MARCH 31, 1978 MENS 16" SOFTBALL „.,V.V.-.VAV.V.V.V.̂ ̂ ~EARL WALSH So I Hear SPORTS EDITOR The Woodstock Theatre Company is going all out for Opening night of "Camelot" on April 7. % Saw this group stage South tPacific. They are good Since I always tell our ^"Brenda" that I attend her •jnusicals as a critic, why not 'branch out and look over the jstage plays. (Not that I know ^much about either. Sometimes A think real critics aren't so «mart either). % That never-say-die Duke basketball team gave Kentucky ^11 they could handle. y The younger Dukes missed ^Bome short shots that they will -frake when they come back >ext year. < y 'Tis said youth must be •fcerved, but experience held the tipper hand as No. 1 Kentucky -tVon the marbles. s -- t Never in the history of "baseball has a team come to the ^nd of spring training with so Jmany good players as the White •jSox have this year. Z Some can be sent to Iowa ^where a pony ride would bring them back to Comiskey ,Park when an emergency arises. Some will have to be released with no options attached. Now, here is where Bill Veeck could make Chicago the City of Brotherly Love. Veeck could call Bob Ken­ nedy and tell him sweetly that he knows the Cubs will go down the drain with their present pitching staff. And -- Bob, 01' Buddy -- we have a surplus of good pitchers as you must know if you believe those fine, upstanding men called sports writers. So, Bob, why don't you sign a couple of my boys, then relax. No. You don't owe me anything, Bob. Just be sure to reserve a box for me for the World Series. Oh, sure! I'll have one for you in our spacious ball park. No quotation marks have been put around the above sentences since the party of the first part and the party of the second part might add a few words of their own. Such as, "Go fly a kite". fetters Hoping For Successful Season By Dick Rabbitt Coaches Gary Gray and Toby Scott are awaiting the tennis season this spring at McHenry high school. The prospects are bright indeed for the Warrior netters this season, and although their match with Grant was cancelled for Tuesday, if the good weather prevails they would have opened the season yesterday against Lake Zurich at West campus. With thirty-seven boys reporting both coaches feel that thy can come up with a good team. Coach Gary Gray greeted fifteen upperclassmen for his vfcrsity squad, and may even dtp down to the lower classes to fill out his squad. Seniors reporting are: Phil Kent, Steve V^illiams, Mike Gende, Kevin Aflller, and Craig Smith. Juniors are: Jim Althoff, Rick Stmpel, Rich Backs, Curt Ames, Paul Bazan, Rich Sund, Pat Letizia, Glenn Moehling, Jael Naleway, and Kirk tfeseman. Frosh-soph Toby Scott has twenty-two to pick from for his squad. They are sophomores : Tim Sabatka, Mike Atchinson, Bob Bitterman, Jerry Camp­ bell, Dan Czerwoni, Bill Dick, John Moehling, John Par- tenheimer, Tony Pintozzi, Jeff Rhode, and Rich Wimmer. The freshmen are: Dan Freund, Pete Gerrard, Kevin Goulet, Frank Jakubicek, Chris Kottke, Mike Lawler, Scott McQueeny, Mike McWilliams, Rick Neiss, Tracy Switzer, and Lester Thomas. Tomorrow a varsity squad is scheduled for the home courts, and Monday they travel to Stevenson high school for a match at 4:30 p.m. • Help salads keep their cool for outdoor meals. Put the salad fixings in the bottom of a double boiler, ice cubes in the top por­ tion and replace the lid. This method keeps salad crisp, plus you have ice cubes right at hand for beverages. SAVE 450 on Toro 11-42 Front Engine Rider. Key-Lectric® start, 11 hp, 42" cut. SAVE 425 on Toro 11-32 Front Engine Rider. Key-Lectric start, 11 hp, 32" deck. SAVE 400 on Toro 8-32 Front Engine Rider. Key-Lectric or manual start, 8 hp, 32" deck. SAVE *50 on Toro Rear Engine Riders. 5 or 7 hp, 25" cut. , Special offer ends May 27th. Hinut you donewithoatiToro long enough? " George P. Freund 4102 N. Ciystal Late Rd„ McHenry Flowerwood, Inc. Unit 14 & 176, Ciystal Lake Honor Foul* Warriors At County Athletic Banquet By Dick Rabbitt Four members of Coach Ken Ludwig's McHenry high Warriors were among thirty county athletes who were honored at the annual banquet held at Marian Central on Tuesday night. Jeff Partenheimer and Doug Oeffling were selected for second team honors in Class AA, and Scott Dixon and A1 Reinboldt were given honorable mention recognition. The banquet, an annual affair, is sponsored by the McHenry county newspapers. Special awards were given to Bill Barry, coach of the Marengo Indians, who led his team to the Sweet 16 in Class A. Bill was named Coach of the Year in Class A. Ken Slimco of Jacobs high school was honored as Coach of the Year in Class AA. The speaker of the evening was John McDougal, coach of Northern Illinois university. Coach McDougal spoke of the recruiting wars that go along with college coaching. He also spoke of the value of high school athletics, and stressed the values and lessons learned will carry over into later life. In closing he spoke words of praise about Warrior Coach Ken Ludwig, and the fine 1976 team that was defeated by his West Aurora five in the Supersectional at DeKalb. McHENRY COUNTY ALL STAR TEAM CLASS AA First Team Name School Ht Pos Year Andy Schwebke Woodstock 6'3" F Sr Tom Pence Crystal Lake 6'2" G Jr Steve Sherwood Cary Grove 6'6" C Sr Dave Sroka Cary Grove 6'0" G Sr John Schaffer Jacobs 6*5" C Sr Second Team Jeff Partenheimer McHenry 6'3" F Sr Ralph Statter Crystal Lake 6'6" C Jr John Bradshaw Jacobs 6'3" F Jr Doug Oeffling McHenry 5'11" G Sr John Schroeder Woodstock 6'2" F Jr Honorable Mention Bryan Beth Jacobs Scott Dixon McHenry A1 Reinboldt McHenry Steve Slack Crystal Lake Bob Lundin Cary Grove Brad Young Crystal Lake Coach of the Year Ken Slimko Jacobs CLASSA First Team Name School Ht Pos Year Joel Cowan Marengo 6*1" G Sr Todd Hopp Huntley 6'3" C Sr Mark Adomaitis Richmond 6'3" F Sr Mark Haynes Harvard 6'2" C Sr Ray Bauman Marengo 6'1" F Jr Second Team Chuck Jebens Hebron 6'4" C Jr Jim Ringness Marian 6'3" C Jr Alex Stanulis Richmond 6'4" F Jr Phil Matte Marengo 5'8" G Sr Tony Huemann Marian 6T' F Sr Honorable Mention Dan Engle Harvard Steve Grechis Huntley Kurt Norgard Hebron * Bruce Piper Marengo Joe Huemann Marian Coach of the Year Bill Barry Marengo (Watch for Player Profiles next week) THE GADGET QUACKS Their devices may differ but down through the years the promoters of medical gadgets have relied on the same pitch: quick, painless cures of virtually all ailments and diseases. A new law gives the Food and Drug Administration greater au­ thority to control the promo­ tion of useless medical devices, but an informed, skeptical public still is an important, element in the consumer protection picture. First and foremost, FDA cautions consumers not to believe anyone who tells you that one kind of diagnosis or one kind pf treatment is ef­ fective for a wide range of diseases. OPENING ^ MARCH 31stl FAIRWAY INN AT PISTAKEE COUNTRY CLUB YOUR HOSTS: Barbara Walters ft Alice Lanz OPEN YEAR ROUND SERVING: • Lunch • Dinner 7 Days a Week! FEATURING: • Fish Fry • Steaks • BBQ Ribs • Sea Food • Chicken DAILY SPECIALS Sarvad Lunch 8 Dinner I FAIRWAY INN LOCATED AT PISTAKEE COUNTRY CLUB West Bay Rd. (Rta. 134) 2 milas Wast of Rta. 12 McHenry 385-9854 OPEN DAILY 11 A.M. to 9 P.M. Fltl-SAT. 11 A.M. to 10 P.M. Barbara Walter* ft Alice Lenz formerly of Andra's Steak House, Richmond The 1978 McHenry Men's 16" softball league season opens Tuesday, May 9, with major changes being introduced by the league this year. A new team has been added to the league roster for the upcoming season. The Town Pump will replace the Wauconda Merchants who were dropped from the league. The other seven teams in the league this year include the following holdovers: the Fox Hole; Old Bridge; Cop­ permine; Hautzinger Con­ crete; Hiller Construction; Sunnyside Inn and Johnsburg Tavern. Last year Johnsburg tavern was known as Het- terman's. At a February meeting which was attended by represen­ tatives of only five of the eight league teams, the season schedule was reduced from twenty-one to fourteen games for each team. The change passed by a vote of three to two. For the past few seasons, each team had played every other team in the league three times during the regular season. In a move described by one league official as "money - saving", a motion was made that would limit the head-to- head competition to twice a season. Included in the motion was a decision that the league entry fee would stay the same. . Voting to reduce the schedule and continue to charge the team sponsors the same fee were team representatives Bill Oeffling of Johnsburg Tavern, Robert Ham of Hiller Con­ struction and Tim Farr of Hautzinger Concrete. John Michels of Fox Hole and Bill Brennan of Old Bridge were opposed to both aspects of the motion. At a league meeting in March with representatives from all eight teams present, the issue was discussed again. Several teams expressed concern for their sponsors, explaining that while reducing the schedule by seven games per team, the entry fee was staying the same. According to one team representative, "It isn't fair to expect the sponsor to pay the same amount of money, and get less for his investment than in previous years. By reducing the season, sponsors enjoy the privilege of having their team wear its uniform seven less times." One representative proposed other means of funding the league, rather than shortening the league and forcing the sponsor to absorb the cost in­ creases. Representatives who had earlier voted to shorten the season, argued that a vote had already been taken and couldn't be changed. Following a lengthy discussion, it was determined that a decision had already been reached and the schedule would be reduced on a trial basis for one year, and the issue will be discussed at the end of the season. Team representatives later unanimously voted to alter the playoff structure of the league. Beginning this year, all eight league teams will make the playoffs. In previous seasons, only the top four teams in the final league standings had a chance for the coveted playoff championship. Pairings for first round games (best two out of three) are as follows: A-first place vs. fifth place; B-second place vs. sixth place; C-third place vs. seventh place; and D-fourth place vs. eighth place. Second round games (best two out of three) match the winner of A vs. the winner of D, and the winner of B vs. the winner of C. The playoffs conclude with a championship series of three out of five matching the win­ ners of the second round games. As an incentive for finishing high in league standings, trophies will be awarded for league play and the team with the best record will be home team for the first and third games of the playoffs. Games will be played Tuesday and Thursday evenings at the VFW field beginning at 7:30 p.m. Two games will be played each night. There will be no Monday night games as in previous years. Any experienced umpires wishing to officiate league games is asked to contact league president Bernie Klapperich at 497-3325. A scorekeeper-publicity person is also needed. LAKELAND PARK FUN LEAGUE Saturday, March 18,1978 Man Bowler of the Night: Dennis Krahel bowled 479 scratch series 110 pins over average for three games. Men above Average: Rich Mercure 159-204-174-537, Bob Bittermann 152-183-156-491, Rich Sokolowski 146-149-155- 450, John Licastro 136-149-150- 435, Joe Leopold 149-145-423, Nick Susner 137-209-449, Marty Ehlen 152-152-175-479, Dick Hager 169-166-142-477, Dennis Krahel 130-151-198-479. High Series Scratch: Don Mercure - 660 High Game Scratch: Dennis Swedo - 237 High Series with Handicap: Jerry Price - 697 High Average: Don Mercure - 185 Woman Bowler of the Night: Thelma Massheimer bowled 394 scratch series 64 pins over average for three games. Women above Average: Joanne Gilbert 167-168-192-527, Judy Franks 150-153-145-448, Darlene Michelsen 169-135-139- 443, Sandy Freels 149-152-409, Marge Espinosa 177-147-435, Fran DiBlasi 158-138-421, Carol Swedo 133-144-144-421, Connie Giacomo 144-171-426, Marge Mercure 143-361, Karen Susner 190-397, Thelma Massheimer 143-134-394, Karen Krier 343, Bev Krahel 320. High Series Scratch: Kathy Mercure - 560 High Game Scratch: Joanne Gilbert - 221 High Series with Handicap: Dolores Sokolowski - 693 High Average: Joanne Gilbert - 166 First Place Team: Funny Four - won 38 lost 18 Team Members: Karen Susner, Joe Leopold, Fran Diblasi and Jerry Price. Note to league bowlers: We will be voting for new officers April 1. Don Mercure Secretary TEN PIN QUEENS Monday, March 27,9 P.M. Faith Bush 213, 563; J. Gilbert 176, 511; Nancy Shulda 190, 502; Dian Lulow 199, 500; Joyce Lexow 170, 487; Dot Koleno 178, 478; Carol Sullivan 177,477; Nancy Koleno 167,465; Jean Brzenk 172, 473; Ruth Bomke 204, 473; Mae Steege 212, 473; Mae Steege 212, 473; Sue Koleno 164, 471; Chris Kern 167, 469; Nancy Krcmar 157, 465. Jan Diedrich - 152 pins over average. Rose Gahlbeck had a 199 game and was 82 pins over average. Arlys Felz 76 pins over average. Deb Koleno 44 pins over average. Jan Scheibe had a 181 game. Arlene Prokaski had a 206 game. USTIC ARBOR Restaurant and Lounge SERVING: BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER NIGHTLY SPECIALS-FRIDAY FISH FRY SUNDAY BRUNCH 10:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. Free glass of champagne or Bloody Mary nnmnonoonnr nnnnonnopnQQPOOi' UVE ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHTS by THE SEBESTA BROTHERS boooooooooooooooooooooooood 217 N. FRONT (RTE. 31) McHENRY, ILL (815) 385-8600 8 On The Sidelines By Dick Rabbitt The Third annual McHenry county basketball banquet was held Tuesday night at Marian Central in Woodstock. Along with the Plaindealer, other newspapers in the county that took part were the Woodstock Daily Sentinel, Crystal Lake Herald, Marengo Beacon News, Harvard Herald, Marengo Republican, the River Valley Clarion and the Richmond Gazette. It was a gala evening indeed as thirty athletes were honored representing all county schools. What a collection of talented athletes who were present Tuesday evening. It was indeed a coach's dream. Marengo, a member of the Sweet 16 in Class A, put two fine players on the first squad, Joel Cowan and Ray Bauman. Both of these lads shot over fifty percent from the field during the season. And second team member Phil Matte had ninety-five assists to aid the Indian cause this season. Cary Grove, runnerup to Jacobs in the Northwest Suburban South Division, placed two on the Class AA first team. Three time award winner Steve Sherwood a 6'6" center and high scoring forward Dave Sroka who scored over five hundred points for the Trojans this year. Andy Schwebke high scoring Woodstock forward, John Schafer from Jacobs and Tom Pence, Crystal Lake all-around athlete rounded out the first team in Class AA. The Warriors Jeff Partenheimer and Doug Oeffling won second team honors and A1 Reinboldt and Scott Dixon were given honorable mention. It is too bad that the I.H.S.A. does not allow All-Star games. What a perfect setting if you would take teams from Class A and AA and match them up. The place, the Crystal Lake fieldhouse before an overflow crowd. Players representing eleven schools, next year thirteen with the addition of Crystal Lake South and Johnsburg. All proceeds after expenses go to some charitable organization within the county. Just imagine the interest that would be stirred up in the various schools and communities. Oh well, Don Wattles always said that we White Sox fans were dreamers. Coaqh John McDougal from Northern Illinois univeristy gave a very inspiring message to the young athletes who were in attendance. It was not the usual rah rah speech, but a down to earth talk stressing the values of all extra curricular activities in school. He pointed to the values and lessons learned from participating in high school athletics, and the need to carry these lessons into adult life. It was a banquet that was enjoyed by all those who attended. If the weather holds up, spring sports get under way at McHenry high this week. Gary Gray netters were supposed to open up their season at home yesterday against Lake Zurich. The veteran coach is expecting some good things from his squad this season. Coach Ken Swanson is anxious for the baseball season to get under way. Tomorrow they play at home in a double twin bill. It will be the Warriors and Crystal Lake Tigers taking on Woodstock and Grant. In the second game they will exchange opponents. Both games will be played at McCracken field, so drop out about 10:30 a.m. Four baseball games and the price is right, just walk in the gate. On Monday Coach Dan Boland's thinclads will open their season with a meet against Wauconda at 4:30 at McCracken field. With a large turnout the new coach is anxious to see the boys in action. And next Wednesday the girls softball team will open at home at West campus against Grant, while the Badminton team travels to Zion. So if the snow melts, and the rains stay away, there is going to be a lot of outdoor activity this coming week regarding McHenry high athletics. A reminder about the McHenry high school Booster dub's pancake breakfast on Sunday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the American Legion home on Ringwood road. S 38 • JV We had some hotshot bowlers Monday night. McHENRY REC. Ladies Tues., Nite League 3-28-'78 7 P.M. Average or better: Glenda Weick 362; Pat Buccelli 334; Mary Stein- sdoerfer 403; Joan Buss 429; Shirley Thomas 405; Barb Schurr 175-410; Pat Gass 351; Dotty Koleno 482; Jo Rizzo 463; Cathy Piatek 176-427; Helen Rathering 164-481; Kathy Miller 223-545; Barb Hansen 392; Rosie Freres 170-426; Diane Michels c333; Sheree DeKneef 402; Sharon Klontz 181-439; Carol Michels 190-502; Lil Michels 176-487, Karen Bonato 415; Joanne Plucinski 385; Marie Diedrich 164-443; Dottie Hayes 195-553- Esther Cygan 382; Shirley Klapperich 416; Wanda Gehrke 461; Ron Romkowske 460; Roberta Fraser 448; Mary Foster 352; Eleanore Glaviano 475. Splits: Ron Romkowske 5-7- 9; Joan Buss 5-7; Gwen Smith 4- 5-7; Grace Steinsdoerfer 6-7-8; Sheree DeKneef 5-7; Naomi Mereness 3-7. "500" CLUB Dottie Hayes 195-169-189-553; Kathy Miller 223-155-167-545; Carol ^Vfichels 132-190-180-502. Nice bowling gals - keep it up - the rest of the gals had too much Easter. Cathy Boro with a 505 - still didn't hit her average. Shoreline Hardball League Set For 978 All managers and representatives of the NBC and ABC sponsored "Shoreline Semipro Amateur Hardball League" were recently invited to participate in a lengthy meeting in North Chicago where the committee discussed all the rules and regulations for the *78 season. Eight teams were represented at the meeting. Player-Manager Harold May of the Johnsburg Tigers was in attendance along with representatives from Zion, Lake Forest, two N. Chicago entries, Gurnee, Island Lake and Highland Park. Three other teams are possibilities. Few young men real­ ize what they're doing when a sweet young thing murmurs the magical word, "Yes." e e e e One of the easiest things in the world to do is to stand to one side and tell the rest of the people what to do. 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