Wednesday, November 8, 2006 · Page 27 Pee Wee A Tim Hortons CONTINUED FROM PAGE 26 Davison tried a breakout along the boards as an open path led to the net. A pass out front to Flood was well planned but the work ethic of the Tecumseh defense ruined our chance to get closer to the five-goal deficit. Ridley came into the game, replacing Heil in net, giving Brady a rest. Our point men, Tremblay and Melo, were kept busy as our forwards used them to create scoring chances in the Tecumseh zone. But as Essex began to show more intensity, our time ran out and Tecumseh went home with a win. Let's work harder in practice boys and get ready for the Windsor Junior Spitfires next week on Saturday, Nov. 11. EDHS sports teams enter playoffs BY DANIEL SCHWAB A number of Essex District High School's sports teams will be facing stronger competition in the playoffs this year. Because of its 900-plus population, EDHS will be competing against teams in the AAA/AAAA league, a step up from the A/AA league the school has been in previously. Some teams have adjusted well, while others have had trouble with tougher competition, said the school's Head of Physical Education Joe Amicarelli. "It's a stronger field overall," he said. "There's a lot more pressure and a faster pace." The senior boys' volleyball team will be entering the playoffs with a record of 32 wins and two losses, while the junior boys' team stands at 22 wins and 11 losses. Amicarelli's senior girls' basketball team holds a record of three wins and seven losses. The junior team, coached by Dave Harris and Cathy Cotchis, will enter the playoffs at nine and one. Harris said part of the team's success so far is due to its younger players. "We've got a lot of good Grade 9s," he said. "Along with those who are more experienced and help with leadership." Entering the AAA/AAAA league this year, Harris admits to being a little nervous. "There's always a fear of the unknown," he said. "In the beginning they were very determined but not as polished. Now they're running patterns better and their teamwork is improving." Grade 10 student Katelyn Curling Club of Kingsville invites new members The Curling Club of Kingsville (CCK) is once again extending an invitation to past members and future curlers to come out and enjoy an exciting season of curling. In order to start the curling season, a clean-up was held on Saturday, Sept. 23 at the club. A big thank you to everyone who helped out and to those who assisted Dale Fanset (Ice-person) with the detailing work on the ice. From Oct. 16 to 20, the club offered an orientation week, which included open ice time from 7-9 p.m. each evening. Many new curlers came out to try the sport and learn some of the skills and techniques, with the help of our experienced curlers. Equipment needs were explained and a special package was available for the new curlers. One of our first bonspiels of the season was held on Oct. 21. The annual "Making Friends Spiel" is an event that brings together new and experienced curlers. The spiel, in memory of Donna Arnold, features two 6-end games, lunch and a raffle prize for all. This year's spiel was won by Bill Adams, Andrew Willemsma and Pat Dawson. Teams from Sunparlour Curling Club and LDSS rounded out the numbers. A great time was had by all! On Oct. 27, the club ran the first Rock N Curl night of this year. We had 30 people out for curling 6-ends, followed by pizza, refreshments and a game of crud. There were many first time curlers out and some have now joined as members to curl on a regular basis. What a great opportunity to try the sport of curling! The leagues for the year have started, as well. Throughout the week there are leagues running both mornings and evenings. The Tuesday morning league (pay as you play) has a great turnout. Teams are made up as you show up and there are many willing curlers to assist newcomers. Last week, the Ladies Wednesday Evening League (pay as you play) got underway. This is a great opportunity for those who work during the day to learn to curl, make friends and enjoy the fellowship. For more information about the CCK leagues and events call Pat Laing at 519733-5731. Kerr, one of the team's captains, said the competition wasn't as hard as she thought it would be. "Our team is really close and we've bonded," Kerr said. "And the support from the coaches has helped." The junior team plays its quarterfinals match Nov. 13. Junior and senior boys' football teams, led by coach Badi Qawwas, are each entering the playoffs in 5th place. The junior team holds a record of three wins and four losses while the senior team stands at three wins, three losses. Ontario War Brides embark on a special train journey By Jim Bradley, Ontario's Minister Responsible for Seniors In November, I have the honour of greeting Ontario war brides as they embark on an historic train journey from Toronto to Halifax that will bring a special meaning to Remembrance Day this year. These women were among more than 48,000 war brides who came to Canada from Britain and Europe during the 1940s to be with their Canadian husbands. Their story is still just as heart-warming and inspiring today as it was 60 years ago. That is why I was pleased to stand in the Legislature last June to declare 2006 as Year of the War Bride. The Ontario government wanted to recognize the brave and strong women who left their homes to join their husbands in a new country thousands of miles away. More than 160 war brides, a war groom and 70 guests joined us for a special reception that day. Six other provinces have also declared 2006 as Year of the War Bride: New Brunswick, Manitoba, British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. War brides from Southern Ontario will meet at Toronto's Union Station, then travel through Eastern Ontario, collecting war brides at various stops, until they reach Montreal and board VIA Rail's special "War Bride Train." More than 110 Ontario War Brides will be traveling on this special train. The next day, they arrive at Pier 21 in Halifax, the very port where so many of them disembarked and touched Canadian soil for the first time. There, they will join almost 300 other people from across Canada for a special celebration to mark Year of the War Bride. Earlier this year, the Canadian War Brides organization held a commemorative event to mark the anniversary of the first arrival of war brides on the Mauretania II at Pier 21 in Halifax. The Mauretania II carried the wives and children of 943 Canadian servicemen, the first trip of all war brides sponsored by the Canadian Wives Bureau. The celebration in Halifax is sure to be a touching and sentimental occasion for war brides and their families. For many, it will be the first time they have been back to the place that welcomed them to their new home. Veterans and their war brides have also been invited to renew their wedding vows in a special ceremony. I am excited about the opportunity to talk with these women and their families, hear their stories and see them off on a fantastic train ride to a thoughtful celebration of their lives. For more information about Canadian war brides, please visit www. canadianwarbrides.com Feedback requested on Southeast Leamington report The Essex Regional Conservation Authority has announced that the Sustainable Management Strategy for Southeast Leamington is nearing completion. The draft technical report is now available to the public at www.erca.org. Hard copies of the report are available at the Leamington municipal office and at ERCA. Residents are still able to provide feedback on the draft technical report. Written comments or feedback will be forwarded to Baird and Associates. The final day for written feedback is Nov. 15. A public presentation on the strategy will be scheduled at a later date.