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V By Brad Kelly Tears and Cheers Help Special Athletes at Meet Among the spectators sat Tom and Lee Varley of Bowmanville, who, like many others, filled the stands to watch some special athletes from throughout the province perform to the best of their ability. They shared something in common with others who surrounded them. As the athletes marched into the stadium in Sudbury for the opening ceremonies, ceremonies, dressed in attractive track suits and striding along with the other athletes representing their region of Ontario, they marvelled at the excitement excitement that was generated by the crowd. There were cheers. And, quite understandably, there were some tears shed as well. On this sparkling day in August at a track facility in Sudbury, parents became overwhelmed with the sight of their children marching along proudly. Some of the athletes were no longer children, but on the brink of adulthood. Before their eyes, they watched as their kids displayed an exuberance that is not uncommon among athletes at the Ontario Special Olympics Summer Games. Smiles and waves to the appreciative crowd brought smiles and the odd tear in return. Lee Varley, who was attending her first track meet of this calibre, found that she, too, was getting caught up in the moment with the other parents. Proudly, she watched as her son, Keith, marched with other athletes athletes representing Region 12 during an elaborate opening ceremonies celebration. celebration. She recalled the emotional rollercoaster that was brought about that weekend, as she turned the pages of a scrapbook of photos she had assembled assembled for her son. The opening ceremonies, the closing ceremonies, and the events themselves still stick vividly in her mind. It was a weekend that she will not soon, if ever, forget. "If any parent wants to know, don't ever miss the chance to go see your child compete," she said as the pages of the scrapbook continued to flip. : Keith, who is in his third year at Courtice Secondary School, credits Carol Gonder of the Newcastle Fitness Centre with introducing him to the world of competitive athletics that the Special Olympics provides. Beginning Beginning his athletic career in the pool, he has collected an array of medals and ribbons from various regional meets. As the weather began to resemble the warm smile that Keith flashes so often, he moved from the confines of an indoor pool to the outdoors, specializing specializing in the 50m run, the ball throw, long jump and shot put. But it wasn't until this past June that Keith emerged as one of the better better track athletes in the area. His time in the 50m sprint, and distances in the shot put and long jump at a qualifying meet in Ajax guaranteed him a spot on the Regional team that would compete at the Summer Games this past August. "We were quite surprised when we learned he qualified," recalled Lee upon receiving the news. Eager to test his ability against the best in the province, Keith bolted from the starting blocks in the 50m and crossed the finish line in third place, receiving a bronze medal for his _ efforts. He also had top ten finishes in the shot put (7th) and long jump (8th). In the true spirit of the Special Olympics, Olympics, it isn't the results or the bronze medal that Keith proudly displays which, he treasures most about the competition, It was the opportunity to meet new friends, in particular Richard Cotton, a long distance runner from Peterborough, thathe talksof most.-.-^ And yes, there is also talk of returning next year. "If we don't go, he would go on his own. He wouldn't have any hesitation," said his mother, Somehow, there is an impression left that another photo album capturing the proud moment that these special athletes share with their parents will adorn the Keith Varley Varley household again next year. New Season for Checker's Variety period. Ryan Wood fired a perfect shot into the top right comer to earn the tic with just four seconds left to play. Assists went to Alan Robb and Kevin Stonchouse. Final score was Checker's 1, Hooper's 1. On Saturday, October 22, Checker's Checker's met Computer Learning at the Bowmanville rink. In the first period, Alan Robb tied the score with a nice backhand shot from in front, with the assist going to Joel Tymchuk. Alan notched his second second of the match in the second period after taking another nice pass from Joel. Kevin Stonchouse snared the puck after winning the faccoff and blasted it in to make it 3-1. Computer Learning answered back with two quick goals, but Alan Robb got the puck to Jeff Collins who poked it in to make the final score 4-3 for Checker's. The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, October 27.1993 7 Businesses Asked Junior Teams Capture Area Soccer Championships To Adopt Teams in Volleyball Tourney by Brad Kelly There's an adoption taking place within the volleyball program at Clarke High School. As the deadline draws closer for the OFSAA 'A' Senior Boys' Volleyball Volleyball Championships which will be held on November 25-27, organizers organizers are conjuring up unique ways to attract sponsors. One of the more interesting ideas they have come up with includes the opportunity for a local business or service club to adopt one of the teams that will be competing. With commitments from only three sponsors so far, organizers are sending out a plea to the community for help. "We are not getting the response that we had hoped for," said organizer organizer Dave Dobson. "We are hurting financially. I know that this isn't the best time of year, but we could use some help." Teams representing 16 scholastic associations from throughout Ontario Ontario will converge on the volleyball courts at both Clarke and Bowmanville Bowmanville High School for the three-day tournament. It's the first time that the OFSAA 'A' Senior Boys' Volleyball Championships Championships have been held in this area. The over 22 volunteers who have committed their time to the event are trying to ensure that it is not the last. "We're trying to make this a first-class show," said Dobson. By adopting a team, sponsors would receive: a business logo on the program; tournament passes and t-shirts; an invitation to attend the opening ceremonies banquet; a colour colour photo of the adopted team; and a banner with the company logo for the adopted school to take back to remember the OFSAA Championships. Championships. The whole package will cost a sponsor $300. Though many of the teams that will compete are still trying to qualify, qualify, the host team from Clarke will enter the championships as the pre- tournament favourites to win it all. Last year, the school made an almost almost impossible jump up to the 'AAA' level, facing. schools with student bodies three times the size of Clarke's. But the underdog team from Clarke advanced to the finals before having to settle for the silver medal. Anyone interested in being a part of the OFSAA Championships, can contact Dave Dobson. > at Clarke High School, 987-4771. Youth by Myno Van Dyke On Thursday, October 21, Checker's Checker's Variety Pcewce team of the BRHL started their 1993-94 hockey season. The players this year arc: Jeff Lee, Kevin Stonchouse, Scott Westlake, Mark Beitle, Geoffrey Newman, Gcr- ril Van Dyke, Tommy Jennings, Alan Robb, Ryan Wood, Fraser McArthur, Joel Tymchuk, Tyler Lane, Eric Arsenault, Arsenault, Brian Albert, Joshua Johnston, Jeff Collins. The coaches arc: Les Lee (head coach), Dale Foster (asst, coach), Brad Maillet (goalie coach). The manager manager is Nancy Lee. On Thursday, October 21, they played their first regular season contest contest against Hooper's at the Orono Arena. This was a close match all the way through, but Checker's fell behind behind 1-0 until the last shift of the third NEXT EXIT SHOW TIRE SPECIALS B.F. GOODRICH TRAILMAKER SNOW 155X80R13 185X75R14 195X75R14 205X75R14 215X75R1B 235X75R15 $58.00 $70,00 $73.00 $77,00 $80,00 $92.00 B.F. 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Team members include, front row, (1-r), Danielle Dolstra, Jennifer Willman, January Musclow, Tracy Phillips, Amanda Harris. Middle row, (1-r), Brett Pakosta (coach), Tracey Greenley, Pam Draper, Lindsay Lindsay Deighan, Emily Muir, Rebecca Matthews. Back row, (1-r), Tanya Hill, Lindsey Cowan, Nichole Pot, Christan, Markowski, Lori James, Dyan Amirault (coach). Absent was Karen Rickard. Bowling League Senior Division -- Pearson 24, Haley 21, Break 20, Carpenter 18, Flintoff 14, Pappas 12, Canadian 11, Kelly 10, Vickeiy 8, Westlake 2 High Singles -- Jason Vickeiy 290, 208, 203, Andrew Break 286, 216, 212, Shawn Haley 272, 221, Dave Allin Allin 255, Cathi Chadwick 239, Chris Canadian 223, 206, 202, Holly Green- ley 221, Shane Cowan 220, David Kobylanski 212, John Carpenter 210, Amanda Welsh 209, Todd Langley 208, Ryan McKee 208 High Triples - A. Break 714, J. Vickery 701, S. Haley 672, C. Canadian Canadian 631 Junior Division »■ Harding 24, Tait 20, Chapman 20, D. 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James 227, B. Reynolds 200, S. VanHcuvclcn 200, J. McDougall 198 Another Victory for Dennis Pizza Toros Success has come again to the Dennis Pizzeria Toros and the reason why is no secret. The baby bulls were pul through a gruelling practice to prepare prepare for the Whitby game held at Darlington Darlington on Saturday, which Bowmanville Bowmanville won 5-1. Whitby found the target first, scoring scoring at 10:39 of the first peritxl, This sparked the Toros to turn up the heat as they scored two in the first, two in the second, and one in the third. When Whitby tried to make the most of their chances, they were frustrated frustrated by excellent gonllendlng. The Bowmanville junior school soccer championship trophy will be showcased at Vincent Massey this year, after the school won the toumamènt that was held recently. A pair of goals in overtime of the final game gave them the championship. Team members include, front row, (1-r), Liz Monaghan, Leah Novak, Leslie Adams, Joelle Mosey, Ryan Ormiston, Greg Bubar, Matt Muir, Julie Michalejko, Davina Lansing, Nick Smith. Back row, (1-r), C. Roozenboom (coach), David Griffin, Adam Sarginson, Darryl Steele, Justin Osbourne, Mark Gunter, Sarah Varelli, Amy Reid, Lee Mellon, Brian Harris, Ryan Hill, Michael Cyr, Anthony Middleton, J. Ralfe (coach). Tie Game for Kinsmen Peewee Toros On Saturday, October 3, the Peewee Peewee 'B' Toros were home at Darlington, Darlington, where they battled to a 3-3 tic. After a scoreless first period, Erik Griffin scored early in the second to take a 1-0 lead. Richmond Hill replied with the equalizer two minutes later. Once again, the Toros took the lead with a quick shot from the slot from Luke Denison. Richmond Hill took advantage of the power play and scored two goals to take a 3-2 lead in the third period. The Kinsmen boys dug deep and, with 14 seconds left in the game, some hard comer work from Clayton Kohn and Erik Griffin fed Darren Kok in front of the net and tied the game. This year's team members are: Robert Kameka, Darren Kok, Andy Gifford, Willy Thorton, Jason Charbo- ncau, Steve deGraaf, Luke Denison, John Wise, Bryan Lowery, Erik Griffin, Griffin, Jamie Woolner, Jamie Potter, Scott Lane, Chris Watson, Clayton Kohn, Greg Koenderman. The coaching staff includes: Sid deGraaf (coach), Rick Kok and Paul Charboneau (asst, coaches), Jim Griffin Griffin (trainer), Barb Potter (manager). Special thanks to Andrew Wraith and Ted Hughes for filling in for injured injured Andy Gifford (broken ankle) and Scott Lane (bruised shoulder). Tire Toros' next home game is at Darlington on Saturday, October 30, at 7:00 p.m. against Newmarket. 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