SPORTS Sports Dept. Jeff Gabert 365-5579 The Castlegar Sun WEDNESD July 12, 1994 Lady in blue Breaking down barriers is as stepping up to the plate easy as JEFF GABERT Sun Staff games. That's when the real knowledge came. Anyone who knows Karen Hutchinson knows she has a tough time sitting still, She just has that unique drive associated “AS pi we are the game right along with every- body else,” said Hutchinson. “For the most part I think we're plate and on the bases. She has also cultivated a strong opinion of what it takes to be good umpires. According to Hutchinson, the kids on the field give 100 percent to the game and therefore there is with people who are always in the middle of things. That's why it came as no surprise when she showed up behind the plate this year at Little League games in Castle- gar. As far as anyone can remember, she is the first female umpire in Castle- gar history and’ the only active female umpire in the West Kootenay area. Hutchinson and her husband moved to Castle- gar four years ago from the United States with their two kids Christopher and Brian, Both boys have been actively involved with sports in the commu- nity and that automatically meant their mother was right there with them. She started out just watching the games then quickly became involved in coaching in an effort to help out Her helping seemed to work as'tWo years ago her minor Little League team made it to the semi-finals. In her two years of coach- ing she leamed a lot about baseball and a little bit more about umpires. Then last year, Castlegar Umpire-in- Chief Matt Gallo made her a challenge. “Matt Gallo approached me to get me interested in umpiring,” said Hutchin- 7 7 “You can't call it from the bleachers,” said Hutchinson. “Even as an umpire sitting off to the side, I can't see it the way the umpire behind the plate sees it. That's the main thing I've learned.” Hutchinson would also like to see more adults as part of the umpiring ranks. She took up the challenge and would like to see others get involved as well. As for being a woman playing a role usually associated with a man, it has almost become sec- ond nature to her. “The reason I took this challenge is I tend to gravitate towards being the first,” said Hutchin- son. “Going back to scuba courses in Baton Rouge, I was the only woman in that too. I don’t always go out looking to be the first but someone always comes up to me and asks if I realize I’m the first.” So far Hutchinson has characterized her experi- ence as “absolutely fan- tastic™ and has heard “tunately, that érfor- mance is about to end as she and her family end their stay in Castlegar and move to White Rock But that doesn’t mean she'll stop umpiring “T'd like to keep doing it,” said Hutchinson. “There are more female umpires in the lower mainland and I would like to continue son, who always loves to be challenged. “It was proba Who's behind the mask at Little League games in Castlegar? Karen Hutchinson of course, the first female umpire in this community's histo- ty (at least as far as anyone can remember). bly because I’m quite vocal on the sidelines. I decided to take his challenge on.” Hutchinson enrolled in the umpires clinic in April and found the course both interesting and enlightening. It wasn't long until she was handed her Level Two Umpiring Certificate and was working Minor Little League Jim Young Tourney takes _— SUN S STAFF The Jim Young Celebri- ty Golf Tournament is get- ting ready to rack the West Kootenay once again with it's own special brand of fun and excitement This year's tourney at the Castlegar Golf Club will be on Thursday, July 13 and as usual will include a delicious lunch, fantastic golfing, fabulous banquet, exciting prizes, a celebrity on every team All proceeds will go to the Red Cross. BCTV personality John McKeachie will once again be on hand as the master- of-ceremonies and he is certainly an attraction not to be missed. Other confirmed celebrities include Greg Adams, Bruno Campese Jan Carinci, Adam Dead- marsh, Dan Spring, Steve Tambellini, Al Wilson and Travis Green. For more information call the Red Cross at 365-3911 benefitting the sport by being there.” It wasn’t long before she moved up to and started calling games behind the plate. She can now umpire well both behind the Roxburgh captures golf championship FRED JACK For The Castlegar Sun Vancouver's Doug Roxburgh captured his 12th B.C. Amateur Men’s Golf Championship Friday in Castlegar. The 43-year-old from the Marine Drive Golf Club has grown to love the Castlegar course, after winning the title the last time it was hosted in the Kootenays in 1989. Roxburgh shot a final round of 71 to finish the tourney at eight-under 280. A couple of 19-year-olds pro- vided Roxburgh’s biggest test: Stephen Dixon of the Victoria Golf club, and the local favorite Castlegar’s Todd Archambault who finished five back with a total of three-under 285. Archam- bault was just two back of Rox- burgh heading into the final round but had difficulties keeping pace with the cool, composed champi- on on the final day. “He's just so consistent and very rarcly makes mistakes,” said Archambault. “When you're up against someone who can be so sound for four days, it makes [competition] very tough Although Archambault, who will attend Marquette University in Wisconsin on a scholarship this fall, would have loved noth- ing more than to finish on top, he no reason why the umpires shouldn't as well. She watches the ball as carefully as every bat- ter and she takes'each game just as seriously. She has also found it’s a lot easier than it looks. understands that being right up there with the leaders on the final day is a valuable experience that will come in handy in future championships. “T'm still young and have a lot of years ahead of me,” said Archambault. “This was a great learning experience and I feel I'll be that much more prepared next time around. For Roxburgh the win was extra special as it marked the first time he had his nine-year-old son James as his caddy with whom to share victory. “It was real nice, I'm a very family-oriented man and this win was extra special because I was able to share it with my boy,” said Roxburgh just moments after sinking his 10 foot par putt on the 18th green to sew up the win. Nelson's Brian DeBiasio, who -finished second in the Amateur in 1989, struggled on the final day and ended up in fourth spot with a four- day total one-under par 287. Gordon Mcgarva was next amongst Castlegar golfers with a four-day total of three-over par 291, good for ninth spot. Bill Perehudoff finished in 22nd with a 295 total, one better than Randy Kirby at 296. Ron Konkin at 297 and Gord Walker with a 299 See ROXBURGH 121A because I feel I have some- thing more to offer.” However, in her depar- ture she also leaves an 1” offer on the table. Actu- > ally, it is more a chal- lenge for more people to follow in her footsteps and take an inter- est in the games of youth. And don’t worry, although her foot- steps seem big, her shoe size is actually quite small. Wearing the jacket and holding the hardware, Vancouver's Doug Roxburgh (mid- dle) captured his twelfth B.C. Amateur Men’s Golf Championship last Friday in Castie- Sidelines Fun and Fitness For Seniors The Canadian Red Cross Society's Fun and Fitness Program offers seniors a chance to be more physically active, meet new people and have fun. The Red Cross provides training for volunteers/to lead fitness classes for seniors. This program is very active in the Koote- nays with classes being held on a regular basis from Cranbrook to Rossland, The Fun and Fitness Program has exercises designed specifically for seniors and includes easy to follow routines. Cours- es are currently being planned in both the east and west Kootenay, and the Red Cross is looking for your input. If you are interested in running a class or would like more information, you can contact Lynda Parker at the Castlegar Red Cross Office, 365-3911 or 1- 800-761-0099. Super Summer Active Both The Castlegar Sun and the Castlegar Community Complex know the summer can be protractive, that’s why they have teamed together to provide an attractive option for parents of kids who are close to radioactive. It's called Summer Active and it all began July 6 with Street Smart - a day that was dedicated to bikes, skate- boards, contests and crafts. This Thursday is Mexican Fiesta featur- ing a pool party, limbo contest and a pinata. Summer Active will continue every week with a different theme until August 17, so be aware, be astute, be assertive, and be active. For more information calf the Complex at 365-3386. And if you don't feel like being overly active, Susan Campbell invites you to come down and be a volunteer during the festivities. But-if you want to volunteer she suggests you give her a call ASAP. Coaches Deserving Kudos Do you know a local coach of any sport who deserves special atten- tion? The Castlegar Sun and 3M are once again Jooking for nomi- nees for Castlegar Coach of the Year and it just might be that you know the most deserving coach in the community. Nomination forms can be found in every issue of this week's paper on page 10 and in future issues. The deadline is August 31 and remember to make your choice wisely, young grasshopper. All coaches at all lev- els are eligible Tee-off with Tambellini The second annual Steve Tambellini Charity Golf Classic is prepar- ing to brighten up the West Kootenay summer with a few stars playing golf on July 21 at the Rossland Trail Country Club's Birch- bank course. Last year’s event ran in conjunction with the induction dinner of the World Champion 1939 and 1961 Smokeaters into the B.C. Hockey Hall of Fame and raised over $12,000 for charity. The main attraction this year is a-roast the of NHL great Caesar M: Zo. For more i Gamborski at 693-2255, ion call Wayne Super Summer Soccer at Silver Star Once again soccer school is in for the summer at Silver Star Moun- deb cson The* Metro Gerela Soccer School for boys and girls aged 13-17 is set to expose players to soccer and fitness immersion fromm July 30 - August 25. 1994 was the first-year of the sch6@l and it was certainly one of tremendous success with 99 percent of the class indicating a willingness to return. Gerela and his staff have designed an exciting curriculum, geared to address the vast change young athletes go through at this stage of development, mentally and physically. For more information on tuition fees and program specifics, feel free to call the Metro Gerela School at (604) 929- 9162 or fax at (604) 929-7271 Saving the Goalies from $ Bored: Goaltenders from all comers of B.C., Western Canada and around the world will be converging on Nelson this summer at Ian Clark’s Goaltending Schools. Schools in the Shuswap and Cowichan Val- ley have proved highly successful in the past and now Clark has expanded right here in the Kootenays. Programs will be held during the week of July 24-28 at the Nelson Civic Centre for all age groupings and more than 250 goalies will likely | take part. Ian Clark and his staff hope to achieve their ulti o! participants with the finest level of goaltender instruction ‘available while at the same time providing an environment for personal growth and de For.more inf ion give Ian a call at (604) 743-3660 or call toll free at 1-800-667-9044. You can’t spend the whole summer on roller-blades. gar. Presenting Roxburgh with the award was BCGA President Dick White (left) and Director of the BCGA, Ernie Moisey. SUN STAFF PHOTO /Shariene Imhoff Wednesday, July 12, 1994 The Castlegar Sun Page 11A Walleye fever strikes Kootenay anglers Columbia River is hot fishing says local expert KAREN KERKHOFF Sun Staff It’s great living in the West Kootenay—that is unless you're a fish. Long overlooked for its sport fishing, the West Kootenay is an angler's paradise. Dwayne D'Andrea, owner and operator of Mountain Valley Sports Fishing and Tours, said fishing is hot right now, particu- larly on the Columbia River. “It's excellent Walleye fish- Using yellow or green jigs, and Rapellas, anglers are catch- ing the feisty Walleye from shore and by boat. During the daytime the Wall- eye can be found in any back Local fishing expert Dwayne D'Andrea says the Columbia River is “easy pickin’s for serious anglers.” D’Andrea recently returned from a Walleye Derby on eddy from the Hugh Keenleysid Dam to the U.S. border, “said D'Andrea. Because Walleye are photo sensitive and therefore avoid direct sunlight, they remain in deeper water until evening. But when the sun sets, watch out; the fish move in close to shore to feed on minnows, and fishing from shore is fast-paced and heart-stopping. “In the daytime they like to hold in 35-40 feet of water, then they move in at night,” explained D’ Andrea. But Walleye isn't the only fish waiting to be dinner or to fight the fight; trout fishing is hot when using flies. Fish naturally feed on bugs and flies as well as plankton and just about anything else that even slightly resembles food. Right now fisherpersons are hauling in colorful Rainbow trout using Cadis flies. “They're catching Rainbow from two to four pounds using the emerging Cadis fly,” said D'Andrea. 12 ote a aE @ Roxburgh. Continued from 9A were the lone other Castlegar golfers who managed to break the 300 mark. Archambault. DeBiasio, Dixon and Craig Roth of Kelowna will represent B.C. at the Willingdon Cup in the Cana- dian Championships in Port Credit, Ontario, next month. Roxburgh waived his right to go, announcing he'll take the tournament off due to family and business commitments. Box 34009, Station D vetoes, B.C. V6) 4M2 Phone: 1-800-665-LUNG Uniforms & Jackets 365-2210 ‘gage antranee Gere ‘ports Col. NA. 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However per- severance will net the sportsper- son afew Kokanee. “I don't know what's going on up there,” said D’ Andrea, “Some are doing okay.” Tackle for trolling includes willow leaves, Ford fenders and wedding rings topped off with maggots or worms. Larger fish are hanging any- where from 50 to 100 feet deep and most are refusing to bite. However, smaller Rainbow and Gerrard trout have been biting on wedding rings. For the person who believes moon phases play a large part in fishing; the full moon today could mean that fishing on the Arrow Lake will be picking up. Happy fishing—may all the fish you catch be fighters! DODGE @ Please Recycle The Sun + Scooters * Wheelchairs * Medical & Homecare Supplies “Free Home Visits” Okanagan Medical PRACTICE ANNOUNCEMENT Eye Physician and Surgeon DODGE TRUCK _e Dr. Lachelle V. Brewer M.D., FRCSC General Ophthalmology Ie and L Si By Referral Only 125 Kootenay St. North Cranbrook, B.C. 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