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Fah =» 32 -- Scugog Citizen -- Tuesday, December 14, 1993 The SHL is a local hockey success story Every Sunday morning they start arriving at the Scugog Arena just after 7:00 o'clock oki rubbing the sleep from ir eyes. They are the playéts in the Scugog Hockey League (SHL), sometimes called incorrectly the Sunday morning league. In an age when enrolment in minor hockey is dropping in . some communities, the same is most certainly not true in the SHL, a league for players from their eanly 20's to their early 50%. In fact, the SHL can only be considered ® major success story as it is now in its 13 season. From start of six teams and about 75 players 13 years ago, the league now boasts ten teams and about 140 players. And says, SHL president Jim Grosvenor, the League could easily expand by another couple of teams at least if there was sufficient ice time at the Scugog Arena. The entire purpose of the League is to provide recreation hockey for adults, said Mr. Grosvenor and the SHL takes great pains to make sure that there is balance and parity on* the ten teams. . This is accomplished by an annual draft held before the teams ever hit the ice. All players are ranked (A, B, C, and D) according ty with C being averag e draft assures that each ends up with the the same number of players of comparable ability. The*result shows up on the ice each Sunday morning where the scores are close most of the time and "blow-outs" are rere. This may be recreation hockey (no body checking, no slap shots) but make no mistake about the calibre of play.on the ice. It is fast, crisp, well played and at times aggressive fueled by that competitive instinct that is natural to hockey players of any age. Many of the Players § in the SAGITTARIUS: (Nov. 23 - Dec. 21) You are b ing much more p and most relatioriships will tend to intensify as you feel unusually affectionate, and physical. Channel your energies constructively as it isn't a wild romantic tinge, but one where small scale endeavours will meet with success. CAPRICORN (Dec. 23 - Jan. 20) - Religion, philosophy or the occult may influence dealings at work. Check all of your facts priorto acting on your hunches. Surprises are in store this week. You may learn scinething about a friend that you didn't know. Also, you will make a new friend or meet someone special during the next nine days. AQUARIUS: (Jan. 21 - Feb: 19) | Your ability to effectively communicate with loved ones or a close family member is increased five-fold. It's important to delineate 'your true feelings about someone clearly, so as to avoid confusion. This just might make your week. Use your tremendous energy for the collective good of your friends. PISCES: J (Feb. 20 - Mar. 19) You may be inclitied to work hard and get many things done. You will find the energy to tackle any problem. Be sure, to be diplomatic with co-workers, bosses or your mate before engaging in a new venture, since the force of your creativity may rub people the wrong way. ARIES: (Mar. 19 - Apr. 20) 3 "You will fipd that this week you will greatly enjoy social and ic activities. You truly desire 'fun' and should not hesitate to get to know new people and form new acquaintances. Also, love is in full bloom and it's a good time to fully the depth of affections to loved ones. \ TAURUS: * . (Apr. 21 - May 21) It will be time where you will strive for complete domestic happiness. You will use the home asa vehicle for entertaining family members and fri in your social circle. Relatives will be supportive in your attempts to emotionally renovate so that you can be more honest with yourself, e > DAVID a YourWeekly Astro Advisor 'December 15 - December 21 in your ic life. Trust your adult quality of self-control, while maintaining your child-like trust. N VIRGO: ™~ ALL DATES FOR ASTROLOGICAL SIGNS MAY VARY, DEPENDING ON THE YEAR GEMINI: (May 22 - June 21) Being emotionally hs (nearly overwrought), you may engage in a new relafionship that is very romantic. You feel the need to validate your feeling about yourself, through another person, thus you may try to increase your power of attraction, either consciously or subconsciously, during the week, CANCER: (June 22 - July 22) 1} Due to a poor decision, romance may sour a litle, You League have played at Junior C levels and higher. Evengwith some in their early 20's with ° good wheels, the League is not being dominated by "young turks", 2 On thé contrary, Mr. Grosvenor points out that the average age is 37 years and of the original 80 who first laced" them up, 13. years ago, 27 are still enjoying the game. | 'And that's the real bottom line with the SHL--the love of the_ game, Canada's national sport. Some of the SHL "originals" include John Delorme, at 53, the League's "elder statesman" and probably the only owner of a pair of tube skates. Others are' Lee Steeves, Jing Duncan, Jim Beatty, Bob Lee," Carl Fitfgerald, Brian "captain" Callery, and Bob Strickert, the only goalie from the original six. For these guys, and other: there may be a bit of grey "showing around the temples, and they may sit out the odd shift, but the fire still burns when it comes to this great game they enjoy so much. Of course, there is a huge amount of camaraderie among the players which is almost as important as the play on the ice, In recent years as the waiting grow lists' and more "youngsters" in their 20s want to join the league, there has been talk about moving to two divisions--one for those over 35 and one open for any-age. Mr. Grosvenor said he doesn't see this-happening in the near future, For one thing, there may got be enaqugh players under 35 to form six teams. And there is not the ice time available now to move to two divisions with six teams each, he said. But a 12-team League would be ideal, he stressed. Not only does the SHL provide a superb chance for adults to play recreational (but highly: competitive) hockey each week, it is.an economic boon as well. The anpual budget is now in he S500 Hie me dt prime rates) and nearly 150 adults involved, the purchase of equipment, sticks, even skate sharpening gives*# boost to local shops. All ten teams receive solid sponsorship from area businesses and there is even a waiting list of sponsors who want their company names on the front of the sweaters. The SHL has been a hockey success story. And of course, spectators are more than welcome each Sunday morning "starting at 8:00 AM. PICTURE PERFECT ™v TV - VCR - AUDIO SALES & SERVICE face self-imp in authorized dealer for 3 relationships with loved ones and are apt to have, 5 difficulties expressing Wants and desires openly to HITACHI = companions, You should try to relax, get a massage, and i . " ty enjoy your companions without fear. - . LEO: EN/. (July 23 - Aug. 22) You are instilled with an i sense of li to actively help others. Volunteering your services to a friend can be: most rewarding now. There may be a (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22) You inay be inclined to let your ego get in the way of your work, Don't worry too much about how 'others think of you or your abilities. You can accomplish many this week. You can channel a great deal of energy your work or new projects. Romance is generally on a plateau or on hold altogether. LIBRA: s (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22) Conflict may surface in your domestic rion o, or, within Jour circle of friends. Use the you have now for the collective good of your friends, Du io some inspirational ihe akien, you wil ipras others in and all other loved ones. SCORPIO: ¥ (Oct. 23 - Nov. 22) v It is the beginning of a new period in your life that is heralded by some major changes in your life. You find yourself filled with optimism and good cheer; things will most assuredly go your way. Remember that every effect has its cause and that every cause has its effect. 3 | 72 water St., Port Perry 2985-9500 Wild ce thered friends a helping hand. 5 Help Our Feathered Friends Feeding birds has become one of the most popular-pastimes in Canada. After all, it's a great way to enjoy wildlife while lending our member -- the only time birds really de on humans to feed them is during late ATP A But re- 0'range (much of it winter, when their natural food supply is scarce. Making your own bird feeder is easy. But before you start, keep in mind that different birds like to eat at different levels. For example, cardinals and grosbeaks prefer to feed above the ground, while sparrows and mourning doves eat on the "ground. Other birds, suchas chickadees and woodpeckers, feed at all levels. Here are three basic sorts of home-made feeders and a menu of what to put in them. « Raised-tray or window feeder: a wooden tray attached' toa . window-sill, picnic table, tree stump, or bench. Fill with A Look at Birthdays Happening "This Coming Week | Both good and bad events come in threes. You may be involved in a group of three that has the potential to change your life to an extreme degree. Remain steady in your endeavours. 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