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6 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanville, Wednesday, July 27,1994 .© Brought to you by... Corner of Courtice Rd. and Hwy. 2 Sales and Servicing Salesperson of the week V'- ■ " S 'f Jim Reid Phone Brad Kelly at 623-3303 BACK TO THE MINORS -- Some discouraging news for Paul Quantrill appeared in Sunday's edition of the Toronto Sun newspaper. The pitcher from Port Hope has been optioned to the Triple A team of the Philadelphia Phillies. Since being traded from the Boston Red Sox in June, things haven't gone particularly well for Paul. His last outing in the big leagues was on Friday night, allowing one hit and one walk in two-thirds of an inning. He came into the game with the bases loaded, and allowed two runs in a 7-4 loss to the San Diego Padres. Paul's ERA continued to rise, and had reached 6.00 when he was sent down. This year has certainly introduced him to the business side of professional baseball. After living in Boston, he had to find a new place in Philadelphia, and wait for his wife, Alison, to join him. Now he has to leave Philadelphia, and find a new place again. Paul is playing for Scranton-Wilkes-Barre, who are in last place in the Eastern Division of the International League. OFF TO PAN-AMERICAN GAMES -- It has been quite a year for Paul Murdoch, and things just keep getting better. Back in May, he represented Ontario at the Canadian Championships that were held in Calgary. Competing in the 14/15-year-old heavyweight and kata divisions, Paul won a bronze medal in kata, and finished fifth in fighting. Because of his third place finish, he has been selected to represent Canada at the Junior Pan-American Games that are being held in the Dominican Republic in September. Paul is a member of the Maple Leaf Karate Club, and is coached by Charles Kennish. MAKES PROVINCIAL TEAM -- Bowmanville's Sommer West is one of 25 finalists vying for a spot on the Ontario women's provincial hockey team that will compete at the Canada Winter Games in Grande Prairie, Alberta, in February of 1995. After holding four preliminary camps across the province, 44 girls were brought to Mississauga to attend the final try-out camp. From that number, 25 girls were selected to participate in training programs, exhibition games and tournaments leading up to the Canada Games. A final selection of 20 players will be made by January 9 of 1995. BASEBALL STREAK IS OVER -- One of the longest streaks for baseball players currently playing came to an end over the weekend. Of course, the longest streak currently intact is Cal Ripken's consecutive games played streak, which now sits at close to 2,000 games. He is closing in on Lou Gehrig's all-time record of 2,130. But the other streak which didn't receive much in the way of coverage from the media belonged to Rob Terry of the Kendal Eagles senior baseball team. With his marriage to Diane Hornsby on Saturday, Rob's streak of consecutive days engaged came to an end somewhere in the neighborhood of 1,500, dating back to 1990. It's a streak that both Rob and Diane are glad is over. SEASON'S END FOR JUNIORS -- The junior Orioles will play their final regular season home game at Soper Creek Park on Thursday night when they entertain Oshawa. Game time is 7:30 p.m. The locals will certainly have their hands full with Oshawa, who not only play in the Eastern Ontario League, but are also one of the top teams in the tough Leaside League. Playoffs are expected to begin the second week of August, as the Orioles prepare for the Provincial Championships to be held August 26-28. SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS -- The Clarington Youth Committee volunteers are offering sports activities during the summer. Every Wednesday (weather permitting) in July and August, from noon to 3:00 p.m., a pick-up baseball game is being held at the Vincent Massey Public School diamond. At the Trinity United Church gymnasium every Friday in July and August from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., volleyball is being offered. The age groups for both sports are limited to those 12-17, and a $1 donation is being collected to help defray costs. For more information, contact Pat Street at 623-4599, or Kim Hues lis at 623-1741. Beating Out a Base Hit Falcons' Message Clear: We're Ready There was plenty of excitement at Wavcrlcy Public School on Monday evening, as Snips Sluggers and Dcighton Associates staged an exciting game in the pccwcc division of the Clarington Girls' Slo Pilch League. Heading into the game, the teams were lied in the standings with 14 points each. BRIGADIER SPECIAL P215X60RX14 RWL $75 lns ^ od P215X65RX15 RWL $84 Balanced made by GENERAL TIRE © When you think tires, call Not exactly na llluolrolod, VSfl HSIUnflBIl TlTGS © W 317 Hopkins St., Whitby • 666-2121 by Brad Kelly The Bowmanville Langley Utility Utility senior Falcons have sent out a number of different messages this season, but none stronger than the one they gave Little Britain on Sunday Sunday afternoon. In a season that almost included the expulsion of the team from the league, they are no longer waving a white flag in a show of surrender. Backed by the superb pitching performance of Mike Gallant, Bowmanville Bowmanville posted a convincing 8-2 win at Soper Creek Park. Not only was the game important in terms of a confidence-booster for the club, it served notice that they aren't about to roll over and succumb succumb to the troubles that have plagued them this year when playoff time rolls around. "I think we are starting to peak now, and I certainly hope that is the case." -Ron Cormier In the opening round, it's almost a guarantee that Bowmanville will be facing Little Britain. "It was important for us to beat Little Britain today," agreed coach Ron Cormier. "I think we are starting to peak now, and I certainly hope that is the case. If we are peaking, we are doing doing it at the right time." After two forfeits earlier in the year, an emergency meeting was held by the league to determine Bowmanville's fate for the remainder remainder of the EOBA senior season. The executive allowed the team to complete complete the year, and enter the playoffs. The players have certainly taken advantage of the decision. Since being reinstated, the club has won three of its last five ball games. Sunday's victory raised their total on the year to five, with one tie. A meeting held by the players following a loss in Peterborough seems to have improved the mood on the team, said Cormier. Since then, he has noticed a change in attitude. attitude. That change has carried over on to the field, where the club is playing playing a much better brand of baseball. "We are playing a lot better defensively, defensively, and arc starting to hit the ball. We aren't committing the errors errors that we have been," assessed Cormier. In the 8-2 win over Little Britain, Gallant pitched all nine innings, allowing allowing only three hits. He struck out six, while issuing five walks. Bowmanville held a 3-2 lead after after five innings, before adding a pair of runs in the sixth, and three more in the seventh for the convincing victory. Convincing 8-2 victory over Little Britain important as Bowmanville prepares for EOBA senior playoffs Both runs in the sixth came off the bat of Trevor Rogers, who ho- mered. In the seventh, Bowmanville converted three walks and four hits into three runs. Derek Zander and Jeff Laird both collected three hits for Bowman- villc, while Kevin Smith had two. Bowmanville had 12 hits in loud. The only thing that spoiled Sunday's Sunday's victory was the fact that Bowmanville Bowmanville had to make up a rain out game with Markham immediately following the game with Little Britain. Britain. Markham won handily by a 14-1 score. "We went all out against Little Britain, and had nothing left for the second game," said Cormier. Bowmanvillc's only run came in the eighth inning when Kevin Smith singled, scoring Brad Lambert from second base, The league's mercy rule was imposed imposed after the eighth inning. Markham pounded out 14 hits in the game, while Bowmanville managed managed only four. No dales have been announced for the playoff series between Bowmanville Bowmanville and Little Britain, The winner of that series will put themselves themselves in a favourable position to advance advance to the All-Ontario finals being held in Kendal from September 2-5, The Bowmanville Falcons are nearing the end of their senior EOBA schedule, and seem to be playing, good baseball as the playoffs approach. On Sunday, they coasted to an 8-2 victory over Little Britain. The win was an important one, as Bowmanville are likely to face Little Britain in the opening round of, the playoffs, which are slated to begin in August. ,. Legion Orioles Continue Busy Schedule i The Clarington Legion Branch 178 major peewee Orioles played against Havelock on July 12. Steve Dao and Darren Kok pitched for the Orioles and allowed Only two runs. Darren and Steve DcGraaf hit singles, Judd Woods hit a single and a triple, Joe Campa hit two doubles, and Paul Schofield hit a double. The Orioles were walked eight times for a final score of 9-2 for Clarington. On July 14, the team travelled to Belleville. George Scharrcnweber, Joe Campa Campa and Aaron McSwain pitched a good game. Singles were by George, Joe, Darren Kok (2), Aaron (2), Greg Elliott. Elliott. A double by Paul Schofield and a triple by McSwain gave the Orioles the win. Final score was 4- 3. The Orioles played an exciting game against Peterborough, the second second place team, on July 16. George Scharrcnweber pitched six innings, allowing only three runs, with Aaron McSwain pitching the final inning. Darren Kok, Paul Schofield, Greg Elliott, Steve DcGraaf, Joe Campa, Jamie McCarthy and Aaron McSwain all hit singles, with a double double by Aaron and a home run by George Scharrcnweber, Good fielding by Steve Dao, Pete DeVries, Judd Woods, Russ Gaal, and Jason McCulloch kept Peterborough's Peterborough's hits down and the final score was 7-4 for the Orioles. The team played against Peterborough Peterborough again on July 19. Paul Schofield and Greg Elliott each hit a double and a single. Steve DcGraaf and Steve Dao pitched for the Orioles. However, despite a great double play by Jamie McCarthy, Darren Kok, and Russ Gaal, and the outfield outfield caitching all the fly balls, Peterborough Peterborough took back the win by a score of 6-2. Baker Construction Soccer Team Sits One Point Out ol First Place The Darlington CSL under-10 team, sponsored by Baker Construction, Construction, has climbed into second place after games against Wexford and Scarborough Blues. Darlington visited the Wexford Wolves team on July 12, the first place team at that time. They were eager to play. It was a hot night, with a large field. The coaches struggled with only one substitute to keep the pace up and to keep the boys aggressive. The first half ended with no score, with Darlington having the better chances. Darlington found the net about halfway through the second half on a very nice passing play that left the Wexford keeper with little chance. Wexford then pressed, and with about two minutes left in the game, were awarded a penalty kick after Darlington was called for a hand ball in their own penalty area. Darlington's Darlington's keeper made the save, however, and earned the win. The team then travelled to play the Scarborough Blues, a team that is finding play in the CSL difficult and is currently in last place. Darlington Darlington defeated them 10-1. The current standings have Darlington Darlington in second with 16 points (7- 0-2) while Whitby is in first with 17 points (7-0-3). This week, Baker Construction will play Thursday, July 28, in Scarborough. Scarborough. The team will then participate participate in the City of Vaughan Tournament Tournament over the August 1 long weekend. 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