Win or lose, it’s in The News. Jonathan Green 365-7266 ON THE WATER For those not willing to brave the thousands headed to Osoyoos for the big show Sunday, the annual Gray Creek Regatta runs all weekend on the east shore of Kootenay Lake. Whether you'd like to participate or would just as soon stay on dry land, give Kim or Gill Deane a call for more info at 362-5648 or 227- 9492. DRESSED TO FIGHT On the same day the National Hockey League disclosed its plan to curb fighting, tough guy Bob Probert of the Detroit Red was coming out with a line of clothing. The logo for ‘Probert Apparel’ features boxing gloves dangling from a hockey stick. Hmm. SAY WHAT? Embattled Fay Vincent, on speculation that he won't seek another term as baseball commissioner: “I haven't said that, but do you think somebody in my position would do this again?”. The Pushovers and Avenues EH’s squar out on top. Unfortunately for them, their wi Wi Bashers avenge earlier loss to Dexter’s to capture Summer League slo-pitch title Jonathan Green SPORTS REPORTER Living up to their nickname, the Bashers went to work on the opposition at the Summer League slo-pitch finals over the weekend. Winning when they had to, the Bashers came in the back door to beat previously undefeated Dex- ter’s to capture the big prize at Kinnaird Park Sunday. Dexter’s coach Cam Russell said it all came down to a classic case of youth against age. “The younger guys beat us,” he said. “We ran out of steam.” Dexter’s started things off with a win Saturday over The Experi- ence, then cruised on their way to the final, knocking off the Bashers in the process. Russell said every team mem- ber played a role in their success, unlike some teams who are led by individuals. “We didn’t rely on one or two people,” he said. ‘It was basically all 10 people. “We had a good effort from ev- erybody.” But a good effort from every- body wouldn’t be enough when they reached the final Sunday af- ternoon, as the Bashers they had defeated earlier in the day wanted revenge. Basher Brian Vecchio said his Need acar loan? Well make it happen. ed off in the Summer League slo-pitch to in streak came to an end just after that as the’ oor to beat Dexter's squad was looking for one thing after the early setback to Dexter’s. “We wanted to get a re-match,” he said. Vecchio said his team got going early, ending up with a 14-5 game one victory. The second game was a differ- ent story, as both teams looked like they could take and hold the lead at any time. But after the last out, the Bashers had the lead and victory, 18-17. Vecchio said the fact his squad finished first in the regular season meant nothing come playoff time. “Everybody was equal,” he aid. “Anyone could have lost in the wind-up tournament.” Summer League president LocaaSPORTS Bashers go in back d News photo by Jonathan Green urnament Sunday at Kinnaird Park, with the Pushovers coming y lost to the eventual champion Bashers. Calvin Hurley said he incorporat- ed some new twists into the game in the hopes of showing the Com- petitive and Recreational Leagues how it can be sped up. “I started the summer league to give the (Recreational and Com- petitive League) guys something to think about,” he said. Hurley said things like using a mat for home plate increases the size of the strike zone, making for a shorter game. “We like to play ball,” he said, “we just don’t like playing for three hours.” Hurley said things went really well over the weekend, with play- ers already looking ahead to 1993. “It was some really good ball,” he said. “It was a lot of fun.” pn ee ae ea aes. ember 2, 1992 158 CORNER BOYS Even though the regular season is still some weeks away, corner. The WHL franchise rolled into town for its annual training camp last Thursday, and Bud Lowther NEWS CONTRIBUTOR On August 20, 24 Castlegar seniors journeyed to Colville, Wash. to join a gathering of 90 golfers from Christina Lake, Nelson, Trail and Colville. No complaints about cross- border hospitality, as the weather, food and company were top notch and the course offered all a challenge. Due to noise, I could not hear just exactly who won the prizes, but I got some of it. The winning team was cap- tained by Rick Tilden, and Kats, Dogs Wi Kats, Bulldogs open 1992 TFFL season with wins over respective foes NEWS STAFF The Castlegar Kats came out growling when the Trail Flag Football League season got underway in the Smelter City last Sunday. Putting their best feet, or paws forward, the defending champion Kats used a strong defence to knock off the hometown Hawks 29-14 in the season opener at Tadanac Field. Kats coach Randy Renz said although the win was far from te: he'll take it. “T’m pretty happy with the way we played for the first they won $43. Second place went to Colville’s Gene Skamahorn’s squad, who won $41. I heard Buzz MacDonald and team mentioned for a prize. The international and cross- Kootenay team of Trail’s Wal- ter Smyth and Don Krug, Grand Forks’ Jack Onions, Colville’s Vern Hodskiss and myself won $35 between us. They were pleasant to play with and we had fun. I shot 86 and was pleased to break 90 on a strange course. On the way home, Art run wild game of the year,” he said. “We didn’t blow them out but we were never in danger of losing.” Renz said running back Mark Bermel and quarter- back Gord Sandrin paced the Kats on offense, but added it was a team victory. “T think everybody played a good game,” he said. “Everybody knew what they had to do and everybody did what they had to do.”" The Trail Bulldogs evened the score for Trail clubs later in the day as they dumped the Slocan Mates 27-6. Action resumes on the 13th, when the Kats host the Bulldogs while the Mates re- turn to Trail to face the Hawks. pleted ar pleas Holdsworth played their prize winning golf balls. On August 27, 43 pension- ers turned out to play team best ball in Castlegar. The best team, with a net 27, was comprised of Nick Bondaroff, Tom Wilson, Zeke Clements and Frank Webster. One stroke back at 28 was the team of Hal Knutson, Nick Burak, Gerry Wichert and Ken Price. The team of Charlie Christiansen, Arnie Akselson, Bud Allingham and Kare Gjennestadt were another he Ne Here's My Card... ns WW a back at 29. The best low gross score was Jake Koenig’s 42, two better than Holdsworth, Knutson and myself at 44. Correction: On August 13 Frank Holdsworth had the poet low gross score, shooting a On August 27, we were ad- dressed by Castlegar Golf Club president Verna Chernoff, who gave us a very adequate up- date on golf club activities. She also thanked the pensioners for their efforts. Remember that we tee off at There's something for everyone! News photo by Jonathan Green these two Seattle Thunderbirds hopefuls went all out for a loose puck Saturday, and ended up in the the lucky ones headed for Seattle after the team was picked yesterday. Pensioners head south to enjoy some American hospitality 9 a.m.tomorrow instead of 8 am. 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