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"WEEKEND STAR" Gentlemen turn off your engines please By J. Wally Nesbitt From Comer Five "That's All Folks" In an era when the term 'Extreme' is the predomi- nant adjective for virtually all forms of drama and entertainment, nowhere is this word more appropri- ate than describing a review of the 2001 motor- sports season. The racing world suf- fered through the most extreme qf lows this year with the premature loss of too many of the sport's heroes. The motoring community endured the tragic passing of racing legend Dale Earnhardt and rising star Blaise Alexander from the stock carranks and the untimely deaths of sportscar cham- pions Bob Wollek and Michele Alboreto. And few fans will forget the violent accident that cost popular Champ Car racer Alex Zanardi his legs. Fortunately, these loss- es in this most cruel of sports were somewhat tempered by the good fortune and successes bf others. Drag racers John Force and Kenny Berstein were dominating their chosen divisions on their way to overall titles while Brazilian Gil de Ferran was quietly repeating his championship drive in the CART series. In stories a little closer to home, Mosport International Raceway this year celebrated its 40th anniversary with a full and varied schedule and the largest crowds seen at the venue in many years. Blackstock's Devon Powell and teammate Doug Goad teamed up to challenge for the Grand- Am Cup (formerly the Motorolo Cup) and the Powell Racing team were more than successful, tak- ing six wins (in 10 starts) in the Super Grand Sport division, including a run of five consecutive victories. With this record, the dri- vers of the Powell Racing/Sunoco Corvette not only secured the man- ufacturers championship, but the two pilots became co-champions in the Grand-Am Cup's most senior division. And, of course, Mosport 'Scugog Speedway enjoyed anoth- er successful season. Class winners included Jim Blundell taking the ThunderCar crown while Uxbridge driver Rino Montanari earned the title in the Challenger class. Port Perry's Todd Delisle, after running a selected few Challenger races, fin- ished the season in 11th place overall. Darrin Wrigglesworth repeated his 1999 success, taking the Modified title with area drivers Darren Kearnan and Mike Bassett claiming eighth and 4th spots regpec- tively, both drivers also only running a partial sea- son. In Mosport's final class, it was Orillia's Al Inglis earning the Late Model crown. Scugog Island's father and daugh- ter team of Bill Kendry and Patti Diotte claimed a well-deserved sixth plac- ing in the Late Models while Grant Edwards, run- ning a partial schedule, claimed ninth place. Edwards also earns praise and high marks for his third place, overall, finish in the Ontario Super Latemodel Racing series, chasing OSLR champion Shane Maginnis and run- ner-up Derek Lynch in the title hunt. It's time to close the book on the 'Extreme' rac- ing season of 2001. With this year's highs and lows, we can only anticipate what lays in store for the racing community in 2002. And that schedule will be upon us very soon. Congratulations to motorsports journalist extrodinaire Dan Proudfoot, who decided to take early retirement from the Toronto Sun. Somehow, I suspect Dan, although retired may still be found somewhere around the paddock at some racetrack come spring. On a personal note, Corner Five would like to take the time to thank the "Anns of Mosport." To Mary Ann, Ann, JoAnne and more damned Anns than I'll ever remember, thank you for services ren- dered, I'll be back to mooch for more next year. See you in' the spring, From Corner Five..... FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2001 - 23 Pee Wee's Watson bags shut-out A busy week in Blackstock hockey shaped up with some tight scoes and a shut-out. Atom Eco Water 2 Wright's Feeds & Needs 3 Eco Water's goalie Robert Golobic did an awe- some job making key saves for the win. Their goals were scored by Andrew Down and Daniel Holman. Assists went to Tyler Jones and Tyler Geer. Wright's worked hard in this end to end battle. Wolfe Roberts made sever- al great saves in between the pipes. Their goal was scored by Rose Roberts, assisted by Steven Waters and Tyler Randall. Novice Foundation Financial 2 'Chris Duff's Electric 4 Foundation did a great job with Scott Slute in net making many saves. Their goals were scored by Mitchell Farrell dnd Chad Cleverdon. Assists went to ~ Christopher Verschuuren, Bray and Mackenzie Stephenson. Duff's put it together with Justin Haywood in net making several saves. Their goals were 'scored by Matthew McCreight (two), Scott Johnson, and Joshua Meekin. Assists went to Amy Gibbons, Connor Lepp, and Tyler Huleatt. Bantam Luchka Float Systems 3 Low and Low Ltd. 6 Luchka's goalie Matt McLean showed determi- nation against a hungry Scott opponent. Their goals were scored by Devon Colston, Andrew Phillip, Mark Valkenburg. Assists went to Ricky Geer and Craig Sinieks. : Low and Low had the right combination with Nathan Alpe in net making key saves. Their goals were scored by Dusty Pickard, Justyn Kennedy, Cory Clarke, Justin Williams (two) 'and Dylan Jones. Assists went to Kelly Girls Select On Nov. 20 the Peewee Girls Select hockey team travelled to Uxbridge where they walked away with a 2-2 tie. Allyson ~~ Pehelemann scored both amazing goals assisted by Lesley Donovan, Janet Griffen and Caitlin Dunn. The girls played a gruel- ing game, keeping each of ° ° ties it 2-2 them on their toes. Then on Nov. 24 Uxbridge travelled to Port Perry for another arduous game against the Predator girls. The Peewee girls laboured hard ending with a 0-0 tie even after going into overtime. This was definitely a very stress filled game to watch for all the fans. Port takes on Cobourg The Port Perry Girls Select hockey team wowed the fans at home on Nov. 17. The score was 2-0 against Cobourg with Britney Williamson scoring late in the second period . assisted by Lauren Guthrie and Ashley Morton. All the girls played amazing defense and offense throughout with Jennifer Joncas being a constant strength in the net. In the third period there was a quick goal from Leah Franssen with help from - Lynsey Cosburn and Michelle Love. Pfister, Matthew Clancy, Justin, Jonathon Vanoostveen, Dylan, Cory and Dusty. Peewee Auto Specialist 0 Great Canadian Meats . Co. 4 Auto Spec. worked hard and showed determination with Jeremy Dunham, Mark Gibson and Kyle Vitez dig- ging in the play. Joshua Watson made many saves in net. Canadian Meats did 'amazing with Jordan Clancy in net making key saves. Their goals were scored by Luke Parlette, Carlos Naranjo (two), Aaron Wright. Assists went to Michael Bradburn, Cody James, Tim Traquir, Carlos, and Michael Savage. : Atom Sharcon Excavating 2 John Green's Electric 6 Sharcon played hard, showing determination, getting the puck out of the zone. Their goals were scored by Maxim Heard and Tyler Vanschagen. Assists went to Vaughan Heard, Scott Dwyer, and Luke Puccini. Green's went the dis- tance with Jesse Thornton in net they had the edge. Their goals were scored by- Brendan Pearce ° (two), Daniel Crosier (two), and Eric Buffey (two). Assistd" went to Joey Greco, Gordon Rowe, Eric, Svend Tamburro, Daniel (Milne) Stavrokos, 'Joshua Buffey, Alex Fortnum, Jacob Monk and Bruce Sargeant. Mites Division spon- sored by: All Flags Shell and Walkers Appliance. M.V.Ps for this week are Cole Linington and Jackson Dale. And Benjamin Bickel and Evan Doleweerd. Tyke Division sponsored by: Blackstock Karaté and Peter Verschurren Haulage. 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