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Local Sports Looking for an older sports story? Search our sports archives! Mixed Slo-Pitch a Go in Dryden Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, May 9th, 2008 at 10:42:12 AM Mixed Slo-Pitch is making a return to Dryden. With overwhelming support, the league was officially formed Thursday at a special public meeting. 8-teams will make up the league this season, with play scheduled to start May 30th. Some teams have a few openings and interested players can call Chris at 221-2647. Mixed Slo-Pitch Meeting Thursday Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, May 8th, 2008 at 5:53:17 AM Plans to launch a Mixed Slo-Pitch League in Dryden will be announced tonight at a public meeting. The meeting is for individuals interested in playing this summer or volunteering. The information session starts at 6:30 at Dryden High School in room 117. Dryden Beats Kenora on Volleyball Court Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, May 8th, 2008 at 5:52:25 AM The Dryden Whiskeyjack Under 16 girls are heading into the Manitoba Volleyball Provincials on a winning note. The Whiskeyjacks defeated Kenora in 5-sets in an exhibition game in Kenora. Next up for Dryden is the Provincials this weekend in Winnipeg. Melissa Kamm Picks Up Silver Medal Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, May 8th, 2008 at 5:51:14 AM The Dryden Eagle golf teams had a successful day on the course at International Falls, Minnesota Wednesday. The Boys and Girls both finished third out of 17 teams. Melissa Kamm led the girls team with a score of 91 to capture the silver medal. Ian McMillan placed 6th in the boys division with an 80. No More Garage Golf, Time for the Real Thing Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 at 9:46:15 AM After a long winter, golf season has finally arrived in Dryden. Eagles Landing is the first course to open, with play scheduled to start Thursday morning. Golfers can tee-off at Evergreen Friday morning. Both courses are reportedly in great shape, with regular greens in play. Golf Season Underway for Eagles Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 at 5:07:54 AM A good start to the Spring Golf season for the Dryden Eagles. The Girls finished 7th out of 17 teams at a tournament in Minnesota, while the Boys placed 11th out of 21 teams. Melissa Kamm was named to the All-Tournament Team with a 10th place finish, while Josh Semeniuk led the Boys with an 18th place finish. The Boys and Girls are back on the course today in International Falls. Boys (out of 140 golfers) Josh Semeniuk 18th Josh Borton 24th Graeme Nickle 34th Brett Getson 57th Ryan Lobreau 61st Daimon Wesley 77th Girls (out of 101 golfers) Melissa Kamm 10th Sarah Carter 25th Laura Wheatley 43rd Alyssa Whitney 56th Amanda Wheatley 63rd Another Hockey Title for Dryden Boys Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 at 5:04:49 AM 4-Dryden residents are home after capturing the Duluth Showdown AAA Hockey Tournament in Minnesota. Geoff Kitt, Josh Oberg, Trevor Kavanaugh and Brendan Bartlett and the Thunder Bay 1997 Selects downed previously undefeated Duluth 5-1 in the championship game. The Selects finished the tournament undefeated. 2-weeks ago the boys also won the Minnesota Meltdown open tournament. Soccer Registration Today Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 at 5:03:32 AM Soccer season is just around the corner and the Dryden Senior Soccer Men's and Women's leagues are looking for players. A registration night is set for tonight (Wednesday) from 6 to 9 at the Holiday Inn Express and new players are welcome to sign up. Dryden Soccer is also looking for referees and an entry level clinic is planned for May 30th and 31st. Organizers need at least 10 people to register to host the clinic. Call Andrew at 223-8938 for any information. Slo-Pitch Meeting Next Week Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, May 6th, 2008 at 6:16:58 AM Ball season is fast approaching and the Dryden Men's Slo-Pitch League is hosting its Annual General Meeting next Monday night. 2-reps from each team are encouraged to attend. Anyone looking to field a team or anyone needing more information are also asked to attend. The meeting starts at 7 o'clock at the Rec Centre. Dryden Girls Impress at Provincials Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Tuesday, May 6th, 2008 at 6:15:54 AM The Volleyball season has come to an end for 2-more Dryden Whiskey Jack teams. The Under 13 squad participated in the Manitoba Provincials over the weekend and received a bye into the first round of the playoffs. The Girls pushed their competition to 3-sets in each of their 3 playoff games before exiting the tournament. The Under 14 Girls placed third in their pool at the Provincials and finished the playoff round with a 2-2 record. The coaching staff was pleased with both teams efforts. Fort Frances Muskie Becoming an Otter Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, May 5th, 2008 at 5:30:08 AM First a Muskie, now an Otter. Fort Frances Muskie star forward Joe Basaraba was selected 22nd overall by the Erie Otters in the Ontario Hockey League draft on the weekend. The 6 foot 2, 170 pound centre scored 8-goals and 12-assists in 12 regular season games with the NWOSSA champions this year. Other Northerners picked late in the draft include Carson Dubchak of Kenora, Schreiber's Greg Trichilo, Marshall and Mitchell Fox of Thunder Bay and Cody Fraser of Thunder Bay. Dryden Whiskeyjacks Take Home Silver Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Sunday, May 4th, 2008 at 12:18:57 PM The Dryden Whiskeyjacks are returning home from the National Volleyball Finals with a silver medal. The Under 18 girls dropped a 3 sets decision to a team from Embrum Sunday afternoon. (25-22, 25-27, 15-9) Dryden got to the Tier 3 Championship game with a win over Swift Current Saturday and straight set playoff wins against North Vancouver and Estevan Sunday. Day 2 for Whiskeyjacks Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 at 10:21:59 AM The Dryden Whiskeyjacks are 1-1 on Day 2 of the Under 18 Girls National Volleyball Championship in Ottawa. The Whiskeyjacks opened Saturday play with a 2 sets to 1 win over a team from Shelburne (20-25, 25-21, 16-14). Dryden's second game didn't go as well as the girls dropped a straight sets decision to a team from Halifax (25-20, 25-20). The Whiskeyjacks still have to deal with Swift Current today. 2008 Dryden Ice Dogs Award Winners Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 at 10:04:23 AM The 2008 Dryden Ice Dogs Awards Banquet was held Friday night at the Royal Canadian Legion. Here is a list of the winners. Most Sportsmanlike Player (Sponsored by Pizza Hut) #16 Kirk Olimb Top Scorer (Sponsored by Grip n Rip) #19 Nicolas Doiron Most Improved Player (Sponsored by Dingwall Ford) #3 Clinton Senkow and #2 Tony Francoeur Top Local Player (Sponsored by Barrett Sports) #15 Rowen Bruetsch Community Service Award (Sponsored by CKDR) #23 Carson Shields Rookie of the Year (Sponsored by Time Out Sports) #22 Chad Liley and #8 Paul Peterson Defenseman of the Year (Sponsored by Tim Hortons) #7 Drew Heinen Coach's Award (Sponsored by Classic Coach Lines) #10 Chris Kitt Most Defensive Offence (Sponsored by Safeway) #15 Rowen Bruetsch Player of the Year (Sponsored by Petro Pass) #17 Marlon Gardner and #91 Colin McIntosh Playoff MVP (Sponsored by Best Western) #17 Marlon Gardner and #10 Chris Kitt Dryden 2-1 on Day Number 1 Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, May 2nd, 2008 at 6:11:42 AM The Dryden Whiskeyjacks are 2-1 after the first day of the Under-18 Girls National Volleyball Championship in Ottawa. The Whiskeyjacks beat teams from Quebec (25-18, 25-15) and North Vancouver (13-25, 25-17, 18-16) this morning. Dryden dropped their early afternoon game to a St. Catharines club (25-13, 26-24) The Whiskeyjacks are back in action Saturday at 7:30, 10:00 and 12:30 CST. Ice Dogs Awards Banquet Tonight Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, May 2nd, 2008 at 5:40:19 AM The Dryden Ice Dogs will recognize the top players of the season tonight at the Annual Awards Banquet. Coach Randy Lulashnick says picking award winners was extremely difficult this season. Lulashnick says fans should be proud of this year’s effort. Players will be available for autographs and all of the trophies including the Bill Salonen Cup will be on display. Dinner starts at 6:30 with the Awards and Dance to follow and tickets are available at Barrett's Sporting Goods. Booster Club Basketball and Cash Calendar Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Friday, May 2nd, 2008 at 5:31:44 AM Last month's Harlem Canada Ambassador Basketball game was a major success. Dryden residents packed the DHS Gym to watch the exhibition contest with the Hometown Heroes. Over $680 was raised for the Dryden Eagle Booster Club. The Club has also launched its annual Cash Calendar campaign. Athletes will be selling the popular calendar’s over the next few weeks. Whiskeyjacks Go For National Gold Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, May 1st, 2008 at 10:05:00 AM The Round-Robin schedule is set for the Dryden Whiskeyjacks at the National Volleyball Club Final in Ottawa. The first game for the 18-and-under Girls is 6:30 central Friday morning against a team from Quebec. The Girls also see action at 8:45 and 11:15. Dryden will be re-pooled and will play 3-more games Saturday. The playoff round is Sunday. Plan Hatched for Mixed Slo-Pitch League Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, May 1st, 2008 at 6:12:12 AM The wheels are in motion to establish a Mixed Slo-Pitch League in Dryden. A special meeting is set for May 8th at Dryden High School to discuss plans for the summer league. Anyone interested in playing or volunteering their services is welcome to attend. For more information call Chris at 221-2647. Whiskeyjacks Win Final Tune-Up Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Thursday, May 1st, 2008 at 6:11:02 AM The Dryden Whiskeyjack 16-and-under Girls Volleyball Club appears to be turning the corner. The Whiskeyjacks had little trouble in disposing of the Kenora Lakers in straight sets last night in an exhibition game in Dryden. The Girls now prepare for Manitoba Provincials next weekend. Dryden and Kenora Lock Up in Girls Volleyball Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, April 30th, 2008 at 5:44:56 AM Competitive Volleyball is back at Dryden High School. An exhibition game is planned for tonight at 6:30 between the Dryden Whiskeyjacks and Kenora Lakers. Jessica Gauthier says they will use the match to improve their game. The 16-and-under girls will compete in the Manitoba Provincials next weekend. Official End to Ice Dogs Season Friday Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, April 30th, 2008 at 5:42:59 AM The Dryden Ice Dogs will celebrate a successful 2008 on Friday night. The SIJHL champions are hosting the annual Awards Banquet at the Royal Canadian Legion. The team will honour individual efforts and say good bye to a number of 20-year-old's. Supper starts at 6:30, with awards and a dance to follow. Tickets are available at Barrett's Sporting Goods. Booster Club Meeting Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Wednesday, April 30th, 2008 at 5:41:49 AM The Dryden Eagle Booster Club is meeting tonight at Dryden High School. New events, fundraising opportunities and other items are on the agenda. Any parent of a Dryden High School athlete or interested members of the public are encouraged to attend. The meeting starts at 6:30 in Room 118. Whiskey Jacks Off to Nationals Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, April 28th, 2008 at 6:31:25 AM The Dryden Whiskey Jacks are back home as 2008 Tier 2 Manitoba Provincial Volleyball Champions. The 18-and-Under Girls won the championship on the weekend in Killarney. Sonja Wolkski was named tournament MVP, while Sarah Ollerhead and Maddison Kluke were added to the All-Star team. Next up for the girls are the national finals May 2nd to 4th in Ottawa. Dynasty Champions in Manitoba Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, April 28th, 2008 at 6:29:40 AM The Dryden 18-and-Under Boys Volleyball team is the 2008 Tier 2 Manitoba Provincial champions. The Boys took home the championship over the weekend in Morris. Caleb Eschbach was named tournament MVP, while Jason Grant was named to the all-star team. Meantime, the 14-and-Under Dynasty Boys continue to improve, with the Gold squad finishing 7th and the Blue squad 8th at a weekend tournament in Winnipeg. Ice Dogs Back from Newmarket Posted by Mike Ebbeling on Monday, April 28th, 2008 at 6:27:52 AM The Dryden Ice Dogs are back after an exciting run at the Dudley Hewitt Cup in Newmarket. The Ice Dogs arrived late Sunday afternoon and will spend the rest of the week cleaning up their stalls and reflecting on a championship year. Dryden lost in the Semi-Final to Newmarket 2-1 in overtime. The Oakville Blades beat the host team in the final 6-3, with Schreiber's Nick McParland picking up every major award. Dogs Lose Heartbreaker in Newmarket Posted by SG on Friday, April 25th, 2008 at 5:31:09 PM The Dryden Ice Dogs could not repeat their game 5 magic as they fell 2-1 in Overtime to the Newmarket Hurricanes at the Dudley Hewitt Cup. The game was scoreless through nearly three periods of hockey before Chad Liley hammered in a goal with 3:37 left in the game. But Newmarket would pull their goalie and knot the game at one with just 51 seconds remaining. It took just 33 second for the dream to come to an end for the Ice Dogs as the Hurricanes scored to win the game. Newmarket will now face the Oakville Blades in an all OPJHL final with a trip to the RBC Cup on the line. Congratulations to the Dryden Ice Dogs on a hard fought semi-final. Dryden should be proud! Ice Dogs Make The Semis Posted by SG on Thursday, April 24th, 2008 at 2:13:05 PM The Dryden Ice Dogs are into the Semi-finals at the Dudley Hewitt cup after a solid 4-0 win over the Sudbury Jr. Wolves Thursday afternoon. Graeme Harrington rebounded from getting pulled the night before with a 36 save shut-out. Ryan Helbling sparked the Dogs offence with 2 goals while Colin McIntosh and Chris Kitt also scored. Dryden pumped in three powerplay goals in ten chances in a chippy affair. Dryden will now face the Newmarket Hurricanes after they lost to the Oakville Blades 5-2 in the evening game. The Blades receive a bye into the Dudley Hewitt Cup finals on Saturday. More stories can be found in our sports archives. |
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