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„ PAGE 6 - PLAINDEALER . WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26, 1960 First Fox Valley Coaches Football Clinic Saturday At West Campus By Dick Rabbitt Under the leadership of Coa^h Joe Schlender of McHenry high school, the Fox Valley * Conference is sponsoring its first annual Football Clinic which will be held Saturday, March 29 at West Campus^The clinic is open to high school coaches and their staffs, along with Junior high schools and Junior football team coaches. Along with Bill Blankenhorn, the Atheltic Director at McHenry high, Coach Schlender has put together a fine program for the day. At last count one hundred and fifty coaches and their staffs will be on hand, with more expected later this week. Coaches who will speak are as follows: Class 5A - Mike O'Neil, St. Laurence, Chicago Catholic League. 1979 State runnerup, 1978 City Champs. Recipient of Frank Leahy Award for Excellence. Class 4A - Jim Rexilius, Wheaton North. 1979 State Champion. 12 Conference champions, 6 as head coach. Class 3A - Carlin Nalley, Lisle high school. State Qualifier every year of I.H.S.A. playoffs. Class 2A - Rod Poppe, Marengo high school. ^7 undefeated seasons, 10 Conference Champions, 45 game win streak. Class 1A - Ron Ellett, Hampshire high school. 1976- 79 State Champs. Coach of the year 1976-79. EARL WALSH' So I Hear SPORTS EDITOR. Two ducks have come to our back forty feeder to join the birds and squirrels. What puzzles us is that only one robin shows ;up each day. The mate is either lost or strayed from the straight and narrow path on the trip north. Never could figure out how those big blimps could fly all that distance. All this one does is stand around and wait for the worms to come out of hiding. The state basketball tournament has gone into the history records and must rate as one of the best. My opinion (which nobody has asked for) is that players of high school age are asked to crowd too many games into too short a time. They need a night's rest before the finals. Maybe the Mamleyc High team is an exception. They certainly had what it took to rate the championship honors. Effingham's 7' 2V center is only a sophomore and should be a great one with maturity. Randy Swikle planned to attend the tournament. We are anxious to get his opinions on the happenings. Maybe you noticed Dennis Freund. son of Mr. and Mrs. Delphin Freund, as the referee in the final game. Dennis was a fine athlete and now seems to be a top official. He had the game under control. Sometimes I dream -- in my sleep or even when awake. This one was a doozy. My model "T" Ford was ready, like the wonderful one hoss shay, to go down in a heap. It was time to trade it in. and parting with an friend wasn't easy. old Little birds are always telling S.I.H. something. It was nice to hear that "Marty" Conway, he of the golden voice, visited rest home residents to sing Irish songs for them on the day of the Wearin' of The Green. McHenry, like other cities, is always looking for high class industry. We have one that is on its way. Golfers know about Gary Adams designing and manufacturing new wood- steel golf clubs that may take the country by storm. Arnold Palmer is using one of the new drivers. Thirty one other golfers are using the new putters while on tour. Sounds like the Adams - McHenry clubs are getting in might good company. Remember way back when our mothers had fancy umbrella stands in the front hall? Umbrellas were not only for the rain. Ladies went calling in pairs and carried parasols to protect them from the sun. Johnny started school and within two weeks the teacher sent home this note: "Young Johnny is more than I can handle, and I am forced to ask your help". The next day the mother sent her answer: "Listen, all those years I had him alone, did I ask your help?" People keep saying this is a cockeyed world. It must be so. Somebody gave me a St. Patrick's Day shamrock pin -- and not until I was putting it away for ianother year did I notice the back which read "Made in Hong Kong". What better way to wind up a good week-end or to wind up this column than to tell you about a surprise birthday party on Sunday. The star of the cast was Mrs. Lucille Geraty and the occasion was her 80th bir­ thday. Tell me it isn't right to reveal a lady's age and I'll tell you that age is honorable, especially if you are 80 years yoUng. The party was held in the home of the John Coughlans where that gracious family welcomed the crowd to help celebrate Grandma's day. When we entered, none other than Petie Schaefer came forth to let us know the honored guest twisted his arm to stop in for a quick one. he stopped in, but didn't stop. J i The Geratys gathered 'round from as far away as St. Louis for the surprise. We ran the gauntlet and there sat Herself -- The Queen of the flock -- happy as a sunflower on a bright and early morn. Now, that was a great party. Young and older mixed like put through a blender. We were pleased to be invited, and happy with memories of a jolly time. MCHS Badminton Team Loses 3-2 To DeKalb The McHenry High girls' badminton team lost a close match to DeKalb last week by the score of 3 to 2. In the number 1 singles Jean Hoch won her first match of the season against Mary Ann Krepa of DeKalb. The number 3 doubles Make Reservations Now For Oar SPECIAL EASTER MENU Eoster Sundoy Brunch 10A.M.-2PM IN ADDITION TO THE MANY FINE ITEMS ON OUR SPECIAL DINNER MENU, SERVED FROM 3- 7 PM. WE ARE FEATURING; Roast Leg of Lamb W/oven brown potatoes Pineapple Glazed Smoked Ham W/sweet pototoes. Old Fashioned Roast Turkey W/dressing. CONTINENTAL PASTRY TRAY LIVE EMTERTAIHMT FRIDAY M6HT "Max MichacIs" NAPPY •U«JMT rate ne«R 44 DfOft D«er 35' Cocktails 60' rea Hon a oeuvres CHAPEL HILL Golf Club 2500 ChopeiHill Rood 3t 5-4333 ALL NEW LUNCHEON MENU Featuring SOUP & SALAD DAR^j ROLLS (j BUTTER $2.50 OTEN WED.-SUN. LUNCH S DINNER m A RIGHT TO THE JAW-Army private Scott McNeil (right) lands a right into the jaw of Tim Hinman, also a private in the U.S. Army. The exhibition was held at the Johnsburg high school recently, where after a two minute round, the students voted Pvt. Hinman the winner. Both boxers are AAU Golden Gloves champions. Hinman, from South Carolina and McNeil of Iowa are stationed at Fort Riley, Kansas. Hinman is a Military Policeman, while McNeil is a mechanic woridng on Military police vehicles. STAFF PHOTO-WAYNE GAYLORD PURPOSE: To make young people aware of the variety of outside interests that can be persued and sponsored by the United States Army. Sergeant Michael Taylor, noncommissioned officer in charge, started his army career in food service and now works in recreational services at Ft. Riley, Kn. With 6'/2 years in the army, he is a member of the 1977 all-army boxing team, he won the all-army Europe championships in 1977. He is the Kansas and Oklahoma Golden Gloves Champion of 1978-79. Private Tim Hinman from Charleston, S.C. is a 22 year old military policeman stationed at Ft. Riley, Kansas. He was an AAU Golden Glove Champion in South Carolina. Tim has 7Vfe months in the army. Private Scott McNeil is a former Golden Glove Champion from Ft. Dodge, Iowa. Scott has been in the army 8 months and is 20 years old. Scott's job in the army is auto mechanic at Ft. Filey, Kansas. Sergeant Taylor has reached a point at which the army allows him to con­ centrate all his efforts at training and sharpening his skills for further com­ petition. Privates Scott and Hinman are working into the Army's boxing program. Staff Sergeant Hall, the army recruiter for the McHenry-Johnsburg area, stated, "The reason we brought these young soldiers to Johnsburg was to show the students that a soldier's life is a well rounded one. The big focus of Army ad­ vertising has been on education and training. We want the young people to know that if they have other interests, they also can be persued in the army". r1 The Varsity "Walk-On' team of Kathy McGee and Julie Mauer were extended to three games before winning their match against Patty Rutland and Diane Smith. The Warriors of Coach Jean Natoli are a young team, and are looking for­ ward to improvement during the season. Even in defeat the local girls conducted themselves in a sj.ort- smanship manner, which brought favorable comment from the DeKalb school officials and fans alike. She could be likened to poetry in motion when on the basketball court. The fluidity of movement in her 5-10, 145 pound frame, coupled with intense con­ centration and eagle-eye shooting earned junior Pat Stoffel numerous accolades this past season. Most noteworthy was being selected to the All Tour­ nament Team for Division I schools in the IAIAW State Championships - even though the Westerwinds bowed out in the first round after a highly contested game with Illinois State (70- 67). Three years ago she was a walk-on in the pre season tryouts. "I really didn't think I d Vince I waselio SA«Oty,rlA* make the team", admitted Stoffel. Not only did she make the varsity squad, but she also earned several starts her freshman season, increased that her next year, and started each of 24 games this past season. "I've had more of a chance this year, more playing time, more time to prove myself," noted Stoffel. And proving herself is no exaggeration. Stoffel was leading scorer for the Westerwinds this season pumping in an average of 13.83 ppg (318 total), and her three year total of 678 points places her second on the Westerwinds' all-time scoring list - junior teammate Kim Hurley holds that record with 809 points. She also added her name to the all-time list for most consecutive free throws - 11. Western's premiere for­ ward was continually ranked in the top ten Division I leaders statewide in the catagories of scoring average, rebounding average, field goal per­ centage and free throw percentage. She had 20 games with double figure scoring; five games over 20 points; and a collegiate high mark of 27 points against Northeast Missouri State. Her season's shooting accuracy stands at .484, a team high, and from the line she boasted .795 percent, a third place ranking on the team. How does she do it, especially with the fast- paced style of play that characterizes Westerwinds basketball? "It's concentration. If I play my own game and don't let things bother me, I play well, " summarized Stoffel. Stoffel's basketball career began at McHenry High School when as a freshman "I went out (for the team) and liked it". She was a four- year competitor and received the most valuable player award two seasons. Personal goals for her senior season include "making it to the finals in the state tournament and having the best season we possibly can." "I would have liked it (making the state finals) this year," added Stoffel on a painful note. Pat Stoffel's athletic ability doesn't stop on the basketball court. Even though "I feel more confident with basketball," Stoffel once again was a walk-on - this time for softball tryouts last season. "I saw them (the softball team) the year before and I wished I was out there," remembered Stoffel. And in her typical style she added: "I never thought I'd make the varsity team." But make it she did, and she played right field for the Westerwinds team that placed runner-up in state and regionals and tied for . seventh in the nation. Stoffel was a .231 batter in her novice years collecting 27 singles, 20 runs, and four runs batted in. Her main concern lies in batting: "It's real hard to adjust to the pitching." "I hope to improve myself. With a year of experience I feel more comfortable", added Stoffel. Stoffel has one year of schooling left and then hopes to take her physical education degree and coaching emphasis to work at the high school level. * • * • Not every dead-beat is a pauper-some of them are well-to-do. k • • • If everyone would stop rushing, life would move along intelligently. Head Basketball Coach Marquette University HANK RAYMONDS Head Basektball Coach Marquette University "Play Hard -- Have Fun" is the basketball philosophy espoused by Marquette's head coach Hank Raymonds. While practicing this philosophy, the 1979-80 Warrior basketball" team played hard and advanced to postseason competition for the 14th consecutive season, accepting a bid to the NCAA East regional. The team also extended the Marquette record for Most Consecutive Winning Seasons to 15 with a 18-9 record. This was the Warriors' 10th consecutive NCAA tournament. "Life is too short to make things complicated, especially college basket­ ball," stated Raymonds. "I expect my players to play hard at all times, but I want them to enjoy basketball." In three seasons as head coach of the Warriors, Raymonds has compiled a 64-20 record for a .762 per­ centage. Sports Calendar McHENRY HIGH SCHOOL BOYS'BASEBALL SCHEDULE 1960 Date Saturday, March 29 Place Double Dual (V-McHenry, So-L'ville, F-Zion) McHenry atStreamwood (VS) -4:15 Double Dual (V-McHenry, So-Larkin, F-Antioch) McHenry at Antioch (V S) Wauconda at McHenry (F-S-T) McHenry at Crystal Lake South (F-S-H) All games start at 4:30 weekdays -10:30 a.m. on Saturdays unless otherwise stated. Tuesday, April 1 Saturday, April 5 Monday, April 7 Tuesday, April 8 Wednesday, April 9 There are at least ten large craters on the earth's surface known to have been caused by meteorite explosions; Riverside Auto Repair SPRING TUNE-UP ADD $8 to V8 •TIRE SERVICE 'BRAKE WORK PHONE SO. RIVERSIDE DR - IN REAR SAVE NOW on LENNOX Central Air Conditioning Call for a professional survey. •U No cost or obligation ALTH0FF INDUSTRIES : 809*N.FRONT STREET McHENRY, ILLINOIS 60050 815-385-5700 ft