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Canadian teen sensation Brooke Henderson, fresh off her first win on the LPGA circuit last week in Portland, Ore., is expected to draw big crowds at the CP Women’s Open, which starts today (Thursday) at the Vancouver Golf Club in Coquitlam. The Golf Channel will broadcast all four days of tournament play, and organizers expect to top attendance numbers from 2012, when the event drew 77,000 people. Families with budding young golfers will be glad to know kids get in for free.
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Women’s Open a boon for city 4-DAY TOURNAMENT EXPECTED TO DRAW MORE THAN 75,000 FANS AND UP TO $8 MILLION Jeremy DEUTSCH and Dan OLSON editorial@thenownews.com The tents are up, the volunteers are in place and the greens are ready. The eyes of the golfing world have now turned toward Coquitlam, the Vancouver Golf Club and the CP Women’s Open. By Tuesday, most of the players were on site practising and getting ready for the start of the tournament today (Thursday), meaning all the months of planning an international sporting event are now down to this week. “It’s go time now,” Paul Batchelor, the tournament’s co-chair, told the Tri-Cities NOW. “It’s a big production to get this all together.” There isn’t much time to stop when you’re running a tournament that includes more than 100 athletes, 1,100 volunteers, a range of vendors and media from around the world. Over the four days of tournament play, which has a purse of $2.25 million, organizers are expecting to top the 77,000 people who came out when the club hosted the event in 2012. With Canadian teen sensation Brooke Henderson coming off of her first win on the LPGA a week prior in Portland, Ore., Batchelor noted the crowds could be even bigger, cheering on the home-country favourite. Despite trouncing the field at last week’s Cambia Portland Classic in Oregon, where the teen won by eight long strokes over her nearest rival, Henderson comes across as someone who is both enjoying her success and also studiously absorbing the experience with an eye on reaching higher. She still admits the whole scene — her appearance for the first practice round at the lush Coquitlam course was greeted with a loud round of applause — seems somewhat storybook-like. “Yeah, it’s still a little bit surreal right now, but the last couple of days have been an amazing ride and an amazing journey, and I’m glad I was able to finish it off [in Portland],” she said. “I’ve been close a couple times earlier in the year, and to finally get the win and get my membership is unbelievable.” That her first pro victory leads right into the CP Women’s Open in Coquitlam — where she received her first taste of the LPGA as a Canadian amateur qualifier in 2012 — brings the journey home in a special way, she said. “This was my first LPGA tour event three years ago and I didn’t play as well as I knew I was capable of … I think this golf course, it’s beautiful, and there’s a lot of little things you’ve got to be able to do around here,” she noted. “You know the back nine, it’s pretty narrow. You’ve got to hit it straight and you’ve got to hit greens. The front nine is very slopey so you’ve got to watch the greens and you’ve got to be careful of the conditions out there.” Henderson will be joined by as many as
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Fans were able to get an up-close view of their favourite golfers earlier this week, during practice rounds for the CP Women’s Open at the Vancouver Golf Club.
She noted the members are happy to see 14 fellow Canadians, plus Coquitlam’s own SooBin Kim, who plays under the South the tournament back for a second time. The three volunteers said they wanted to Korean flag. Besides the large crowds on the course, be a part of the event and see some of the best golfers in the world. Golf Channel will be broad“How could you not take casting the tournament all four advantage of the opportunity?” days. Add it all up, and it’s great said Dahms, who lives near the exposure for the club and for course and also volunteered in the Tri-Cities. 2012. “All the golf fans across And all three agree the the world will be watching exposure the community gets it this weekend,” the City of has helped put Coquitlam on Coquitlam’s Batchelor said. the map. The tournament is also There are also a couple of expected to be a boon to local interesting aspects that make businesses taking advantage of the tournament unique from the influx of people, mostly the other professional sporting hotels, like the host, Executive events. For one, kids under the Plaza Hotel & Conference age of 18 get in for free and Centre Coquitlam. The average don’t need to be accompanied economic impact for the host by a parent. city is roughly $7 million to $8 Yeah, it’s still a “It’s all about the promomillion. little bit surreal tion of golf,” Batchelor said, But organizers are quick to noting the game is in a bit of a point out that hosting an event right now, but decline, so the tournament has this size wouldn’t be possible the last couple been trying to get more youth without volunteers like Janine of days have involved. Bruno, Jo-Ann Dahms and On Tuesday, Rosemary and Leonora Weishaupt. been an amazing Amy Hu were quietly watching The three women have the ride ... some of the players practice. specific role of looking after –Brooke Henderson The teens from Vancouver, other volunteers on the course. aged 18 and 15 respectively, It’s only Day 2, but the women say they’ve been treated very well by came out to watch with their dad, who’s a big fan of the sport. But they’re also becoming organizers. “So much so we would do it again,” said bigger fans, especially with Henderson’s rise Weishaupt, a Coquitlam resident and member and recent success, with Rosemary noting, “It’s pretty cool.” of the Vancouver Golf Club.
The teens also like the access to the players, compared to other professional sporting events, like hockey games. “I like that you can be up close,” Rosemary said. The tournament also has a major fundraising component. The goal is to raise $1 million for the BC Children’s Hospital through the CP Has Heart program. CP is donating $5,000 for every birdie on the 17th hole, while spectators can upgrade their tickets for an exclusive fan zone for $20 to the charity. Tri-Cities Chamber of Commerce executive director Michael Hind suggested the tournament will provide a big boost for local businesses, but an even bigger gain for the area in terms of exposure. “The influx of people in the area will help out a lot of local business,” he said. “But the exposure that Coquitlam and the Tri-Cities gets worldwide, [and] in the States, from the broadcast will be invaluable exposure for the area.” Hind added he would love to see the event return in the future. If you plan on attending, here are a few tidbits about the course and the tournament you might need to know: The tournament officially gets underway today (Thursday, Aug. 20), with the first two days starting at 7:20 a.m. and finishing at 7:30 p.m. The final two rounds on Saturday and Sunday go from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The course plays 6,681 yards in total with 145,000 square feet of total area greens. There are also 55 bunkers, three ponds and one creek. The Vancouver Golf Club, which is 176 acres in size, officially opened its doors on June 24, 1911. In 2012, Lydia Ko won the event, becoming the LPGA’s youngest winner at 15. For more information on the tournament, including on tickets and parking, visit www. cpwomensopen.com.
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A fire six months ago at the Glenborough building in Coquitlam damaged or destroyed 42 units. helped organize a grassroots group called the “Coquitlam Fire Victims,” which would go on to raise $20,000 and 50,000 pounds of donated items like food, clothing and household goods. “It was quite the process and quite the result from the community,” he told the TriCities NOW. In fact, the outpouring from within the Tri-Cities and beyond was so great, it far exceeded the needs of the Glenborough residents. Still, Marsden explained,
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Glen strata rebuilding CONT. FROM PAGE 5 the council table at City Hall, but he’d like to see better communication between the non-profit groups already doing some of the work. Though it’s hard to know where the displaced renters have ended up since the fire, owners of suites in the complex are rebuilding. It’s a process that takes a lot longer than people think, explained Allan Grandy, a strata manager with Strataco Management Ltd. The company has taken the lead in rebuilding 2915 Glen Dr. The lengthy process began right after the fire, while the fire department had control
of the building for the first week. Then, residents were allowed back in to salvage any belongings that were left, which Grandy also noted took some time. That was followed by the demolition of the building, which included paring it down to parts where the structure could be salvaged. “It’s a very major fire, and people don’t necessarily appreciate all of the steps and process that have to be followed to repair a building after they’ve been damaged in this manner,” Grandy said. While Grandy couldn’t say how much the rebuild will cost, he suggested it’s in the millions. The initial plan is to
restore the area that had the least damage and get it ready for occupancy before finishing the harder-hit section. Grandy said residents of the less-damaged area could be back in their homes by early next year, but the section of the building that was heavily damaged will require a much longer period of time to complete. Despite the major upheaval the fire caused in the residents’ lives, the strata manager said the owners have been very understanding of the process. “Everyone seems to have everyone’s best interest at heart,” he said. “And the final product will be good.”
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the alleged incidents. “Allegations of this nature are disturbing and not in keepA Coquitlam Mountie is ing with our expectations, facing criminal charges relat- policies and procedures,” said Supt. Sean Maloney, Officer ed to an off-duty incident. in Charge of According the Coquitlam to Coquitlam RCMP detachRCMP, Const. ment, in a Fareez Vellani statement at is facing one Allegations of the time. count of public this nature are No specific mischief and details about one count of disturbing and the case have providing false not in keeping been released. information. with our At the time, A press the City of release noted expectations, Coquitlam the charpolicies and confirmed ges relate to procedures. Ebel is a city damage to employee his personal – Supt. Sean and has been vehicle and Maloney, officer suspended subsequent in charge of the indefinitely reporting of Coquitlam RCMP without pay that damage detachment pending the to ICBC. completion of The incident was investigated by both the a separate city investigation RCMP and ICBC, but no other into the matter. Ebel’s next court appeardetails have been provided. Vellani is currently sus- ance is scheduled for Sept. pended with pay while await- 28. ing a court appearance in Port Coquitlam on Sept. 15. Mounties note there is also a parallel code of conduct investigation going on. The public mischief charge falls under the Criminal Code, while providing false information comes under the Insurance (Motor Vehicle) Act. The local detachment declined comment, forwardPUbLIc INPUT ing any questions to the prov4:30pm on Thursday, incial branch of the RCMP. When the Tri-Cities NOW September 3, 2015 contacted BC RCMP headHeritage Room quarters asking for more Port Coquitlam City Hall information, the response was simply an e-mail link to the same press release the local detachment had already issued. This is the second time in a couple of months someGIVE YOUR INPUT one related to the Coquitlam All members of the public RCMP detachment has been will have a reasonable charged with a crime. opportunity to be heard In June, Kevin Tyson Ebel, a cell guard at the detachor to present written ment, was charged with two submissions about the counts of committing an bylaw at the input. indecent act in a public place, stemming from alleged incidents on June 1, 2014, and July 29, 2014. Local Mounties initiated an investigation in August 2014 into an allegation of inappropriate behaviour by a cell guard while cITY HALL on duty which “resulted in the employee being removed 2580 Shaughnessy Street from his assigned duties at Port Coquitlam BC Coquitlam detachment.” The release noted the findings of a “comprehensive” investigation were forwarded to Crown counsel and on June 18, Ebel was charged with two counts related to
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t’s easy to get jaded about the world of professional sports. The players are given mega salaries and endorsement deals the average person can’t even fathom, while the worst of these athletes make the headlines for committing a litany of violent offences that should see them wearing prison stripes, not a team jersey. And for the fans, the most access they get to their sporting heroes these days is by following them through their Twitter accounts. So it’s refreshing to see what’s about to play out at the Vancouver Golf Club in Coquitlam this weekend. Professional golf is in town for the CP Women’s Open, the second time the local club has hosted the event. But this tournament is very different from other sporting events in how it reaches out to fans and the community. First, the players are accessible. On Tuesday, many of the players could be seen practising around the course just a few feet away from volunteers and fans who came out. And while the winner is going to take home a significant pot of cash — $337,500 to be precise — players outside the top 20 will be taking home less than $20,000. It’s still a lot of money for four days work, but it’s way less than the average fourth-line NHLer is getting riding the pine. Also, kids under the age of 18 get in free. They don’t even have to be accompanied by a parent. You are never going to see that kind of opportunity at any other major sporting event. For organizers, allowing kids to get in free is an opportunity to help grow the game among young people. And most importantly, the CP Women’s Open is also a major fundraiser. The tournament is aiming to raise $1 million for the BC Children’s Hospital. The weather is expected to be spectacular, and so is the golf. If you can, get out and take advantage of a worldclass tournament right in your own backyard.
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ust what is it with the B.C. government when it comes to expensive computer problems? The latest sorry chapter in this seemingly never-ending story was recently uncovered by Carol Bellringer, B.C.’s crack new independent auditor-general. And this one is a doozy: a computer system that is five years late, 420 per cent over budget and so inefficient and possibly even outdated that it requires an extra $14 million in annual maintenance. Bellringer (isn’t that a good name for a watchdog?) and her team audited the Panorama computer system and uncovered a horror show of cost overruns and errors. As well, they cited a lack of leadership within the ministry and a defensive mindset that shuts out criticism. Operated within the health ministry, Panorama is supposed to manage infectious diseases across the country. The idea for it arose after the SARS epidemic in 2003 that killed 44 people. B.C.’s stellar reputation when it came to public health care meant it was chosen to lead the program’s implementation. Five years after it began, the implementation is still not complete and B.C. taxpayers are on the hook so far for $113 million — and that figure continues to rise. Perhaps even more alarming is the fact that Bellringer discovered that when the IT company in question (IBM) failed to deliver on the terms of its original contract, it was renegotiated to transfer any financial risk from IBM onto taxpayers. But this epic computer fail is far from unusual within the B.C. government. There were huge start-up problems with the electronic health initiative (although to be fair, this happened
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in other provinces as well, notably Ontario) and there have been serious problems with software in the K-12 education system. And this past spring, Bellringer discovered the problem-plagued Integrated Case Management (ICM) computer system, which is supposed to help social workers better serve vulnerable children and adults, was never completely implemented. The ICM system was discovered to have numerous bugs almost since its inception in 2012. At one point last year, the entire system kept crashing and became a political embarrassment for the government. The province’s independent children’s watchdog, Mary-Ellen Turpel-Lafond, said the system’s many problems were putting the safety of children at serious risk. And then it was learned the government was spending about a million dollars a year in trouble-shooting for the beleaguered system and those costs are ongoing. This is starting to become a very expensive kind of problem, because the government — like governments everywhere — is spending more and more money every year on computer systems purchased from various IT companies. In the 1990s, total IT costs were less than $50 million a year. They’ve increased almost 10-fold since then and now are nearing a half billion dollars a
year. So when a problem develops with a particular computer system, the costs can be enormous because the government itself is a gigantic operation and its computer users are vast in number. No one has come up with the reason why these computer problems are happening with mounting regularity. But I suspect a big factor may be that the government doesn’t have the same resources when it comes to assessing IT programs as the companies that are offering them for sale. I’m sure these IT firms are promising efficient, seamless programs that will solve all kinds of problems, but it may be there are few properly trained people in government to properly assess those promises. In any event, you can bet there will be more expensive computer fails within government in the future. And you can bet that Bellringer — who has quickly established herself as one of the sharpest B.C. auditor-generals ever — will be all over them. Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC.
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Re: “Affordability is an issue that needs to be addressed,” letter to the editor, Thursday, Aug. 13. I agree with many of the points made by MLA Selina Robinson in her letter. As a 29-year-old Millennial, I’ve had to come to terms with the fact that it will be unlikely that I will ever be able to afford a singlefamily home in Metro Vancouver like one I grew up in. When I gripe about this, people say things like, “Chris! When I bought my first house, I only earned $20,000/year,” but their home only cost $50,000 at the time. Or they’ll say, “This is the price you need to pay to live in beautiful Metro Vancouver. Don’t like it? Then move.” Maybe that’s true. The reality is that prices are so high that even many of the upper echelon of earners have been priced out of the market. Many doctors, CEOs and other six-figure earners are opting not to move to B.C. because of absurd housing prices. This is a real problem. Housing affordability seems to be the elephant in the room,
which, for the most part, is not being actioned by government. Even Harper’s announcement last week to increase RRSP withdrawal limits and track foreign ownership is a mere token of acknowledgement of the issue, which will do very little to actually address the problem. Government needs to stop being afraid of real change such as implementing policy which taxes and detours real estate speculation and foreign home ownership, especially by absentees. Politicians could take a serious look at revising and increasing the first-time home buyer’s grant. Moreover, resources and funding are also thin for alternatives like co-ops, non-profit and subsidized housing. These are just some of the things that could be done to influence positive change. Chris Carter Port Moody
COQUITLAM HAS SO MUCH TO OFFER I have the pleasure of being a member of Coquitlam’s “Communities in Bloom” focus
group. Recently, we toured our beautiful city with the judges who will determine Coquitlam’s status as a Community in Bloom. As a proud and long-time resident of Coquitlam, I was prepared to showcase our city at its best, but even I was in awe of all Coquitlam has to offer. We started the tour visiting some of my favourite areas of Coquitlam, including the Dogwood Rose Garden, Mackin House, Place des Arts and the beautiful new gardens in Mackin Park. The tour continued onto parts of Coquitlam I have wanted to explore more fully but never managed to find the time, until now. These included the magnificent Riverview arboretum, the new Burke Mountain neighbourhoods, Hockaday Park (which backs onto the Coquitlam River) and the incredible Inspiration Garden near Lafarge Lake. City staff were busy preparing for this big day and they were involved in several wonderful initiatives associated with this project. You or your child may have participated in one of them if you happened to plant a flower at the new community garden or on one of the eco-sculptures. Other activities included chalk
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art, yarn bombing and banner painting in Mackin, Victoria or Como Lake parks. There was also a surprising “Pop-up Beach” in Blue Mountain Park where children could build sand castles and parents lounged on the brightly coloured Adirondack chairs. Each and every stop was filled with so many interesting facts provided by passionate and knowledgeable city staff or community volunteers. I plan to revisit most of these sites again at my leisure and I encourage you to take advantage of all the city has to offer and check out some of these incredible and beautiful sites as well. Thanks to Kathleen Reinheimer and all the Coquitlam team members who made for such an enjoyable experience, including those involved with the amazing equipment dance (you know who I mean). Some of the goals for participating in this project are to build community spirit, encourage environmental responsibility and beautify public spaces. I would suggest that these goals were certainly met and, in fact, were surpassed. Erin Davidson Executive Director Austin Heights BIA
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Salmon fishing now closed on the Fraser they want to see wild salmon continue and thrive. But jkurucz@thenownews.com what we need is to manage News of yet another fish- their stocks so that they are eries closure along the Fraser flourishing, not dwindling.” Sockeye returns so far this River is both unsurprising and year have disappointbeen far below ing, accordexpected leving to New els, accordWestminstering to the Coquitlam MP Many people department. Fin Donnelly. want to see the Government Last week, wild salmon scientists are Fisheries now estimatand Oceans fishery thrive, ing a summer C a n a d a and the Harper run size of announced the Conservatives 1.15 million river is closed fish, down to salmon have gone the from a forefishing from other way. cast of 4.6 milits mouth to lion. the Alexandra – MP Fin Donnelly, This sumBridge north NDP deputy fisheries mer’s hot, dry of Hope. The and oceans critic weather has closure, which resulted in also affects First Nations fisheries, is unusually high water temperdue to high water temper- atures in the Fraser. On Aug. atures and lower prelimin- 13, the river hit 19.8 C, which ary returns from test sockeye is 1.8 degrees above the average temperature on that date. runs. “Obviously, I’m not happy Meanwhile, river levels are about it,” said Donnelly, the well below average. Water holds less oxygen NDP’s deputy fisheries and oceans critic. “People under- as temperatures rise, making stand [the closure] because it difficult for fish to swim.
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As temperatures go above 19 C, sockeye show signs of physiological stress and slower migration. Water temperatures above 20 C are associated with high pre-spawn mortality and disease. Donnelly said the last time the fishery remained open for the entire season was 2010. Having recently concluded a three-week trip down the Fraser River alongside students from the Rivershed Society of B.C., Donnelly noted the unseasonably warm temperatures throughout the 1,400 kilometre trip. “I can’t believe how warm the water in the Fraser River is. I’m guessing the water is in the low 20s, and that’s so brutal for fish,” he told the Tri-Cities NOW in early August. Donnelly laid much of the blame for the river’s health on the Conservatives, suggesting the government has done nothing to implement the 75 recommendations of the 2011 Cohen Commission. “Many people want to see the wild salmon fishery thrive, and the Harper Conservatives have gone the other way,” he said. “There has been an overall lack of willingness to address and fund the fishery. That’s the main problem. Not knowing the science, not knowing what [Fisheries and Oceans Canada] can do on the ground to improve the situation, is really the problem.” Recreational fishing for pink and chum salmon may open later in the season. — with files from the Vancouver Sun
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Agility tournament attracts top canines Jeremy DEUTSCH
jdeutsch@thenownews.com It’s an obstacle course with jumps and tunnels and pretty much everything you would expect to test ability. Except this test of agility isn’t for humans; it’s for dogs. This weekend, dogs of all shapes and sizes and breeds, and their human companions, will be descending on the Lower Mainland for the 2015 National Dog Agility Championships in Burnaby. And there will be several Tri-Cities residents and their pets taking part in the five days of competition that run through Sunday (Aug. 23). Among the 500 someodd dogs expected to compete will be Breagh, a sixyear-old Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever, and his partner, Donna White from Coquitlam. For White, it’s not as much about winning a competition as it is about growing the relationship with her canine and spending time together. “It’s really about the con-
nection you have with your dog and how you work as a team out there,” she told the Tri-Cities NOW. Breagh, which means beautiful in Gaelic, is used to some competition, having been a show dog for a number of years, but what White also likes about the event is that it’s open to all types of dogs, including mixed breeds and rescue dogs. And neither the dogs nor humans need to be amazing athletes. But that doesn’t mean competitors aren’t put through their paces. According to the website petconnection.ca, which describes the competition, the obstacles have been developed into a comprehensive athletic test of a dog’s intelligence, speed, power and, yes, agility. Dogs race against the clock, negotiating obstacles such as hurdles, tire jumps, tunnels, see-saws, A-frames and weave poles. Instead of being pets that just sit at the end of the
couch, White also believes the competition helps show what dogs are capable of, noting she got Breagh because she wanted a running partner with high energy. And she’s sure her beloved pet enjoys the competition as much as she does, noting the dogs are usually barking and jumping around at the starting line in excitement. “I wouldn’t do it if I certainly thought my dog, at some point, wasn’t enjoying this anymore,” she said, noting Breagh competes at the masters’ level. Besides featuring hundreds of adorable pooches, the competition is a family event that will have plenty of dog vendors on site. For more information about the event, which takes place at Swangard Stadium, go to www.aacnationals2015.ca. Admission is free with the donation of a non-perishable item for the food bank, and finals — featuring the fastest dogs — are set for Sunday. twitter.com/jertricitiesnow
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It’s not too late to register for fall sports The chase to fill the school supply list isn’t the only hunt parents engage in during the dog days of summer. Supplies and registrations of another kind have become time shredders as the fall sports season approaches. Ask any parent of an active, or to-be active child — there are numerous options, par-
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ticulars and routines to help disengage that computer-talented teen from the console and keyboard. The Tri-Cities have their share of associations and clubs getting into gear in September, when deadlines and equipment lists can be bank breakers. Many fall sports held their registration
period months ago, but late sign-ins are usually permitted — though windows are closing, if not closed in a number of sports, like hockey and soccer. Alex Barnetson, president of Coquitlam Metro-Ford Soccer, said it’s always best if parents can sign their kids up CONTINUED ON PAGE 17
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KidSport sale Aug. 22 CONT. FROM PAGE 16 as early as possible to avoid a possible waiting list. Online research and talking with other parents can help steer you in the right direction when hunting for an appropriate sport and program that meets your child’s interests. “I would suggest that the preferred providers tend to fill up fast, not unlike popular vacation destinations, whose loyal guests book next year’s vacation as the current one comes to an end,” Barnetson told the Tri-Cities NOW. “Secondly, talk to other parents, especially those that have playing experience, read up on program offerings on the web, focus on third-party references/recommendations to collect the information on available programs.” Whether your child is at the introductory stage — where a comfort level and time commitment from all involved is on the table — or re-registering for a favourite sport, parents are a big part of the equation when it comes to engagement. And the adults can help keep it a
fun experience for the player. “I feel that families should be focusing on fun, socialization and basic physical literacy at a young age,” noted Barnetson. “The family focus should be exposing the child to as many activities as possible to determine what resonates with the child in terms of enjoyment as, ultimately, that will ignite their passion for sports and activities.” When it comes to equipping your young athlete, there are various options to match your budget. Online searches can dig up retail deals, and while the lower Canadian dollar may have closed one market (the U.S.) for many, buying local is often the wisest, considering cost and time involved. Saturday’s used equipment sale in support of KidSport Tri-Cities is one popular stop where gently worn stuff for all kinds of sports can be purchased for a real bargain, said chair Chris Wilson. “Not only can you find a great deal and get everything you need for a season of hockey for $100, you are providing help to kids in our community [so they can]
access sports that they normally wouldn’t due to financial need,” he said. The event runs on Aug. 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Poirier Sport & Leisure Complex, at 633 Poirier St. in Coquitlam. For the past three years, more than 600 kids a year have received help from KidSport.
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how infants seem to doze off most comfortably in swings or car seats. While it may be tempting to let sleeping babies lie, or rather, sit, in car seats when they’re asleep, research has suggested that car seats are not the safest places for babies to sleep. A relatively recent study in the journal Pediatrics showed that the car seats can compress the chest wall and reduce airway size, possibly lowering blood oxygen levels. The study placed 200 healthy newborns in a hospital crib for 30 minutes and in a car bed or car seat for an hour. Infants who slept in a car seat or car bed had lower oxygen levels than when they slept in the crib. Pulmonary pediatrics experts at Massachusetts General Hospital concur, saying car seats can cause mild respiratory compromise in
about 20 per cent of newborns. This means that the car seats should be restricted to use in the car only, and not be used as a makeshift sleeping area outside of the vehicle. Hypoxia, or a fall in oxygen levels that causes a deficiency in the blood, is associated with behavioural problems and adverse effects on development, offer researchers from Auckland University. Limiting time spent in car seats and, similarly, infant swings, can help prevent the condition. A child’s head can fall forward onto his or her chest and cause a decline in available oxygen. When children are in car seats for travel, ensure the seat is set at the proper incline, usually a 45-degree angle. This helps keep airways open. If a child falls asleep in a CONTINUED ON PAGE 21
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oad trips are an autumn tradition for many people but drivers must make sure their vehicles can handle such jaunts. Tire inspections are essential before hitting the open road. The following are a handful of steps drivers can take to ensure their tires are up to the task of fall road trips. • Give tires the eye test. The eye test can be an effective and quick way to detect tire damage. Uneven wear may be indicative of insufficient tire pressure or an alignment problem. Uneven wear also may indicate the vehicle is experiencing problems with its steering or suspension. But many times uneven wear can be remedied by a simple tire rotation, so take your vehicle to your mechanic if
you notice uneven wear. • Look for stowaways. Uneven wear is not the only thing drivers can detect with their eyes. In the course of your travels, your tire might have picked up a few stowaways, such as nails and screws that are poking into the tire. If you find any freeloaders, take your car to your mechanic, as your tires may need to be replaced. • Look for cracking or bulging treads. Cracking or bulging treads or sidewalls can eventually cause a blowout, which can put you and your fellow road trippers in serious jeopardy. Cracked or bulging treads or sidewalls indicate tires are worn or weak, so bring your car to your mechanic for an inspection if you discover such problems. • Perform the quarter test. The quarter test can help
motorists determine if tire treads are worn. To perform the test, insert a quarter into the tread with the caribou’s nose down and facing toward you. If the tread covers the tip of the nose, you’re probably OK. If you can see the tip of the nose, visit your mechanic. • Check tire pressure. Right before you pack up the car to hit the open road, check each of your tires’ pressure, making sure the pressure in each tire is at the level recommended in your owner’s manual. Inflating tires to the proper pressure takes just a minute or so, but that minute can protect you and your passengers while also saving you money at the filling station. Properly maintained tires can go a long way toward ensuring the fall road trip season is a success. — MetroCreative
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swing at home, keep an eye on him or her. Turn off the rocking mechanism when he or she falls asleep and be sure that infants are always buckled in securely to avoid their slipping out and fall-
ing. Keep the swing in the most reclined position until the baby is able to lift and hold up his or her head on his or her own. Also, don’t pad the swing with loose pillows or blankets, as this can increase SIDS risk, advises the Consumer Product Safety
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A sofa bed can turn any room into a guest room.
Homeowners who enjoy entertaining frequently sometimes host overnight guests. While many hosts and hostesses have spare bedrooms for overnight or longterm guests, many others do not. But those among the latter group willing to get a little
creative can find more places for overnight guests to rest their heads.
Sofa Living room or den sofas can double as bedding for overnight guests. As a short-
term solution, a night or two on the couch can be comfortable enough. Be sure to cover the sofa with freshly laundered sheets and provide those amenities one would expect in a guest space. Access to a television, a reading lamp, a fan for some white noise and a table on which to place a phone or alarm clock are helpful to have. Such items will make guests more comfortable. If your living room or family room has a door that can be closed, this will help create more privacy for guests.
Convertible bed Frequently marketed under the brand name Murphy Bed, convertible beds can incorporate sleeping options into rooms with limited space. This furniture is essentially a bed that folds vertically or horizontally into a frame. When closed, the bed can look like a decorative storage closet or armoire. Some convertible beds come with bookcase accessories to expand storage space and also make the piece look like a more cohesive unit. Designers also have experimented with these beds, and find us on
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Sofa bed or chair Sofa beds and chairs have a fold-out bed nestled beneath their cushions. Depending on the size of the couch, a twin, full or queen-sized bed may be housed within. Sofav beds vary in regard to their comfort levels, so prospective hosts should investigate their options to ensure guests have the most comfortable sleeping situations possible. A bed in a couch can turn an office or living space into a guest sanctuary in a matter of minutes. In addition, some sofa beds also have extra space built within for storing blankets and pillows. Many popular furniture retailers offer couch brands that can be equipped with a bed. And if space is especially tight, consider a convertible chair that has a twin-sized bed tucked away.
Bunk beds Bunk beds may seem like child’s play, but they make great use of vertical space. Share a kid’s room with your son or daughter and let the guest take your own bedroom. Otherwise, equip a home office with bunk beds and have two more sleeping spaces available. Accommodating guests when you don’t have a guest bedroom can take some creativity, but those willing to think outside the box can find options that don’t compromise guests’ comfort. — MetroCreative
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s the weather turns cooler, outdoor improvements become less practical. Homeowners’ thoughts may turn to projects they can tackle inside of the home. Now may be the time to consider the purchase of new appliances that can be the finishing touches to renovated spaces. Fall is prime time to purchase new large appliances. Manufacturers typically unveil their latest models during September and October. At this point, prices on older models will be reduced to make room for new ones. By the end of the year, any older models that have not yet been cleared out will be discounted further. Even though the end-of-the year deals will be better, the selection may be limited the longer you wait. It is best never to wait until an appliance is on its last leg for repair or replacement. Then consumers do not have the luxury to price shop nor find items that include the features they desire most. Here are some other buying tips.
Research Shoppers should begin their research at home before they even enter a store. Make a list of features you want in the appliance, which helps narrow down the playing field and better focus your purchasing decisions. Once you have a list handy, speak with friends or family members about their experiences with brands and/or retailers. Ask about which features they like the most
and how often they have had to call for repairs. If they could do things differently, what would those things be?
Know your space Perhaps you are familiar with the adage to measure twice and cut once. The same can be said for measuring prior to purchasing an appliance. Be sure you know the exact measurements of the space that will house the new appliance. Take into consideration the clearance needed to open doors, such as with a refrigerator or front-loading washing machine. It can be a waste of time and money to have an appliance delivered only to find it doesn’t fit at the time of installation.
Energy savings Consider appliances that reduce energy usage. Energy Star appliances are produced in adherence to international standards for energy efficiency. The program was started more than 20 years ago by the U.S. EPA and the Department of Energy. Since then, other countries have adopted the program. Appliances that feature the follow us on
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Consider lifestyle It is easy to be overwhelmed and awestruck by
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jkurucz@thenownews.com It may be tough to equate a par putt with learning and resource space, but that’s the aim behind an upcoming fundraiser in Coquitlam. Scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 25 at the Westwood Plateau Golf & Country Club, the 15th-annual Links to Literacy combines a day on the links with a chance to give back to literacy programs at the Port Moody Public Library. The tournament has raised $350,000 towards literary endeavours at the library, such as education kits for daycares, TVs and DVD players, computer terminals and English-as-a-secondlanguage course work. This year, organizers are raising funds to build a “learning lounge,” including computers, one-on-one tech help opportunities, a digital creation station and more. “It’s sort of a casual space for life-long learning, collaboration and content creation,” said Lynne Russell, director of library services. The Links to Literacy tournament will include a series of skill-testing games above and beyond a day’s worth of golf: the longest drive, closest to the pin and a hole in one contest, which could net a lucky winner a cool $5,000. New to this year’s fundraiser is the Pink Ball Contest,
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The Links to Literacy golf tournament is a fundraiser for the Port Moody Public Library. which sees members of each group try to preserve a single pink golf ball across 18 holes. If those balls aren’t lost in the water or trees, the group will be entered into a prize draw at the end of the day. “It’s fun, a team-building exercise — you don’t want to let your team down as the one who put the ball into the water,” Russell said. A 50/50 draw will also be available, along with food from Pasta Polo, Brew Street Craft and Kitchen, Cobs Bread Suter Brook and various food carts. A silent auction will see a long list of goodies and giveaways, including tickets to a Vancouver Canucks, Vancouver Whitecaps or BC Lions game, rounds of golf at Westwood Plateau as
well as Bowen Island and Meadow Gardens golf clubs, an autographed shirt from Vancouver Canuck Chris Higgins, and gift baskets, gift cards and spa packages. The fundraiser rounds out with an evening banquet. “First and foremost, it’s a lot of fun,” Russell said. “People who come to our event really enjoy it and they come back year after year. It’s a really good chance for people to network and meet others in the community and it’s a great chance to support a very worthy cause.” Tickets for the golf portion of the event are sold out, but some remain for the banquet, for $50 each. They’re available in person at the library, or by calling 604-469-4577.
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Circle of Friends meets at 7 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Legion, 133–2675 Shaughnessy St. in PoCo. This social group is for singles over the age of 50 looking to meet new friends and participate in social events such as walking, dancing, dining out, travel, theatre and more. Info: Linda at 604-7224382. Tri-City Singles Social Club meets at 7:30 p.m. at Legion Manor, 2909 Hope St. in Port Moody. This social group for singles 50+ gets together to enjoy a variety of fun activities such as dining, dancing, theatre, travel, movies and more. Members are from the Tri-Cities area and beyond. New members are welcome. Information: Darline at 604466-0017. JPS Women Lunch Party runs from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Yoko Sushi Restaurant, 1001 Austin Ave. in Coquitlam. The $12 admission includes lunch, door prizes and a two-year membership to dining, social, outing and travel club. Info: Jeannie at 604 931-4800.
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RCCG Trinity Chapel hosts a Community Family Fun Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2606 Kingsway Ave. in Port Coquitlam. A bouncing castle, face painting, games and more will be offered. Info: 604-4743131 or www.rccgtrinitychapel.com.
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Burke Mountain Naturalists and the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society team up to host a heritage walk of the Riverview Hospital grounds at 1 p.m. The tour will focus on the historical buildings on the
site and attendees are asked to meet at the upper entrance of the Henry Esson Young Building. For a site map visit www.rhcs. org. Info: 604-290-9910. Dogway Dog Rescue Society hosts its fourth annual Walk the Walk event from 4 to 7 p.m. at Rocky Point Park in Port Moody. Picnic, dog games, prize draws and pledges will be a part of the fun. Participants can win two tickets to anywhere WestJet flies for having the highest pledge sheet. Info: cherrybim@ shaw.ca dogwaydogrescue.org or call 778-896-1439.
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Terry Fox Library hosts a wind-up part for Teen Summer Reading Club members from 7 to 8 p.m. at 2470 Mary Hill Rd. Enjoy snacks, games, and good times with other club members. Registration is appreciated. Info: 604-927-7999.
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SHARE Society concludes its education series around alcohol and drug use for those who have an alcohol or drug problem, and for those concerned about their use or the use of others. The topic will be “Stage II Recovery – Life in the Future.” The session includes a video, brief presentation and open discussion, and runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at 2615 Clarke St. in Port Moody. Registration is not required. Info: 604-9363900.
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Hyde Creek Watershed Society hosts a nature walk tour and training session at 9 a.m. at the Hyde Creek Education Centre, 3636 Coast Meridian Rd. in PoCo. The session will be led by member Ian Barrie and the group is looking for community members who would like to assist and lead future nature walks. Info: hcws.info@gmail.com or ww.hydecreek.org.
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Tri-City Potters meet at 7 p.m. at Port Moody Secondary, 300 Albert St., on the third Wednesday of each month. Activities include gatherings, shows, presentations and more to inspire those with an interest in clay. For more information, visit www.tricitypotters. ca. Tricity Speakers Toastmasters meet every Monday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in Room B2050, at Douglas College, 1250 Pinetree Way. Info: Sean at 778-995-5230 or http://tricityspeakers.toastmastersclubs.org. Tri-City Women’s Resource Society offers an Empowering Mothers parenting group at various times throughout the year. Participation in the group is free, and child care and transportation subsidies are available. Info: 604-941-7111, Ext. 106.
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Dan OLSON sports@thenownews.com Winning the Western Canadian 13-and-under baseball championship by a tight 2-0 margin on Sunday was a great test for the Coquitlam-Moody Reds. It certainly was a challenge the squad of 14 players hadn’t faced during the four previous tournament games – where CoquitlamMoody outscored its rivals 51-11. Scores of 18-0 and 10-0 provided little comparisons for what’s in store this week. Today (Aug. 20) they take to the diamond in Repentigny, Que. for the start of the 13U national championships wearing Team B.C. colours against opponents vying for a Canadian title. “We open against a Quebec team and we know nothing about them other than they’ll be good,” said Coquitlam-Moody coach Randy Downes. Last Sunday’s victory was a result of pitching and patience, although Downes was feeling the heat as the squad entered the sixth inning in a scoreless tie with Burnaby. “I was a little anxious, but we expected it [to be close],” said Downes. “[Burnaby] was the home team with last at-bat so you get to the late stages of a game you start thinking how it could end.” The Reds however capitalized with back-to-back one-out singles by pitcher Carlin Dick and Carter Clark to plate the winning and insurance runs, then hung on through six more outs. Dick would get five of those and exited with two out and two on in the bottom of the seventh, having reached his 85-pitch count maximum. Ten of his outs were by strikeout. Kenneth Sugi took over and promptly struck out Burnaby’s home run leader to lock up the Western Canadian title. The two teams had won their respective round-robin pools, with Coquitlam-Moody blanking both St. James of Manitoba 10-0 and
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Coquitlam-Moody Reds’ pitcher Carlin Dick recorded two wins, including the decisive 2-0 victory over Burnaby on Sunday as the team won the U13 Western Canadian baseball title. the Oildome of Saskatchewan 18-0. They also dumped South Jasper 11-1, while edging out Regina 12-10 in a contest where the Reds jumped out to a 7-0 lead before making liberal substitutions. In that game, Jack Seward collected the win, while Sands and Sugi both registered three hits, driving in two runs. Alex Baan-Meikljohn, a pickup from Abbotsford, also counted three hits and plated four runs, while blasting one long bomb. Coquitlam’s Cassidy Watt also posted three hits on the day.
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The Coquitlam Express announced a slate of exhibition games that will follow their Aug. 24-26 training camp at the Poirier Sports Centre. The club will visit the Langley Rivermen on Aug. 27 and host Langley Aug. 29, 7 p.m. at the Port Coquitlam Rec Centre. On Sept. 1 they travel to Hope to play Chilliwack, then encounter the B.C. Hockey League’s newest team, the Wenatchee Wild, Sept. 3, 7 p.m. at the Burnaby Winter Club. The games in PoCo and Burnaby are meant to spread the word on what the team is all about, while also benefiting the local community with donations for the foodbank accepted. “The Express are the community’s team and even though we play our regular season home games at the Poirier Sports Complex, we want to reach out to all surrounding communities. All should feel part of our team,” said coach Barry Wolff. The BCHL regular season begins for Coquitlam on Sept. 12 in Chilliwack.
Dick, who covered a number of positions including first base, catcher and outfielder as well as a lefthanded pitching ace, was selected the tournament’s Top Defensive player. Kai Sands, a Coquitlam native, was chosen the Top Batter after posting a red-hot .647 batting average, including seven RBI and three home runs — including a pair in the 10-0 win over St. James. Having previously clinched the B.C. title and berth to this week’s nationals, Downes said the focus at the Western Canadians was to stay
sharp heading to Quebec while mixing in a couple of key pick-ups. He’ll do the latter all over again, having bolstered the lineup with Jude Hall of Chilliwack, Logan Demansky of Cloverdale, and Burnaby’s Jack Yaremko and Russell Young. “We come here as Team B.C. so obviously the players we add are good players,” said Downes. “Our defence has been a strength of our team all year and our hitting has been solid… It’s our job to bring this group together and that’s what we’re doing.”
KIM COLLECTS BIG PAYDAY
Brooke Henderson may have taken the title, but Coquitlam’s SooBin Kim made her own statement at the Cambia Portland Open last week. In her 12th event since winning her Q-school tour card last December, Kim delivered her strongest pro performance en route to her largest payday to date. Kim, 22, shot a fourday total of 279 to finish 8-under par and 12 strokes behind Henderson at the Pacific Northwest stop. Playing under the South Korean banner, Kim began the tourney with 69. Her even-par 72 on Day 2 — where she parred all but two holes — put her on the outside of the top-20 but she quickly responded with her best round of the tournament. A 67 on Day 3 was a result of seven birdies and just two bogies, while Kim closed it off with a 71 on Sunday to finish tied for 13th overall. It also earned her $18,802, nearly doubling her yearly earnings to date. Kim’s all-around numbers backed up her strong showing, with 16 birdies over the four days, and averaging 254.5 yards per drive. She will be competing at this week’s CP Women’s Open in Coquitlam.
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Adanacs head east for Minto, not revenge The Coquitlam Adanacs left Vancouver Wednesday for muggy Ontario, with an eye on finishing what they had started. The reigning B.C. champions launch the 2015 Minto Cup national championship Saturday at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena in Hagersville, Ont., facing the Six Nations Arrows. Familiarity, for the most part, won’t be a problem, as the two teams tangled at last year’s Minto Cup in Langley. Those reurning players will be perfectly versed in the tale of that tape — where Coquitlam kicked started its hunt for a second national title by winning the first two games, followed by a fourgame sweep by the Ontario champs. Somethings have changed since that disappointing result, however. Despite the loss of captain Wesley Berg to graduation, the Adanacs didn’t miss a step in retaining the B.C. Junior A Lacrosse League crown, finishing 20-1. Returning veterans like Cole Shafer, Michael Messenger and Challen Rogers took their leadership roles to another level, while newcomers stepped in and stepped up, led by 17-year-old Christian Del Bianco. His goals-against average was 5.91, nearly two goals less than his nearest rival during the regular season, while he posted a league-best 0.856 save percentage. Shafer led the B.C. junior lacrosse regular season with 98 points over 17 games, while Jean-Luc Chetner placed third overall in the scoring race with 81 points over 16 games. Six Nations also saw the graduation of scoring star Johnny Powless along with a handful of key veterans, and replaced them with other talents, including Langley’s James Rahe, who played for Coquitlam at last year’s national final. The Arrows ended up vanquishing Peterborough in five games. Coquitlam punched its ticket to the national junior championship by sweeping the Okotoks Raiders 3-0. That series offered a little more resistance than usual, as Okotoks lost the first CONTINUED ON PAGE 27
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Bruce Murray won’t get a chance to play for the big hardware, but the retiring captain of the Coquitlam Adanacs won’t leave the game empty-handed. The Western Lacrosse Association announced its 2015 award winners and all-stars, with Coquitlam’s veteran defender earning his second straight Maitland Trophy for outstanding play, sportsmanship and assistance to minor lacrosse. Picking up the Dorothy Robertson Award for coach of the year was first-year coach Todd Stockdale. Stockdale oversaw his club’s 7-11 record despite numerous injuries, the loss of No. 1 draft pick Wesley Berg, and a ragged start to the season. The Commission Trophy for league MVP went to Coquitlam junior product Ben McIntosh, who counted 35 goals and 19 assists for the Maple Ridge Burrards. It was the second year that a junior Adanac alum had picked up the MVP prize, with Burnaby’s Robert Church taking it in 2014. Another Coquitlam jr. product, Jeff Cornwall of New Westminster, joined teammate Eric Penney, Langley’s Brett Mydske, Victoria’s Jesse King and Corey Small, and McIntosh on the first all-star squad.
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sports@thenownews.com Put a bunch of 12 and 13 year old teenagers together and what you get is drama. That was doubly the case when the TriCity Titans under-14A girls softball team entered the diamond last week in Victoria. Fresh off a solid performance at the B.C.s, TriCity catapulted to the final and delivered the gold in doubling up archrival White Rock Renegades 10-5 at the Canadian National plate championships. The plate championship featured the best first-year u-14 teams from across B.C., Alberta, Ontario and Prince Edward Island, with just a handful of call-ups bringing second-year experience. The Titans lineup was loaded with rookies but plenty of spirit as it took every hurdle in stride. They posted a 4-2 round-robin record, with their only losses to Six Nations of Ontario and White Rock. TriCity launched the playoff round with a 7-0 mercy win over Ontario, then trumped Victoria 9-2 to advance to the final. It lined them up against the Renegades, a powerhouse program who were the favourites. The Titans struck first, scoring five runs in the top of the first and led 6-1 midway through the third inning before White Rock began to chip away. Starting pitcher Taylor Roeseler held her ground admirably before the Renegades pulled within a run with two out. Reliever Caitlyn Wong stepped onto the mound and got the final out of the fourth and then proceeded to mow down the rest en route to the championship. “White Rock beat us to win the u12 prov-
incials last year so we were actually quite happy to get some payback,” said coach Dave Roeseler. “There was a bit of sweet revenge in that [game].” What made the winning streak most impressive is that they put it together despite having no idea that they’d be playing in the plate tournament, after missing the deadline to apply a month ago. But a Softball BC official saw how they competed against secondyear rivals at the provincials and put the team on the national list. “Our invitation to the nationals came late, but we were essentially ready for it,” noted Roeseler. “This team actually had a tremendous provincial championship as the only first year u14 team to advance to the playoff round.” At the provincials in Chilliwack, TriCity posted the fourth-best record in the round robin, falling to White Rock and Delta — the eventual silver medallists — with the last loss decided by a walk-off double. “I think the [provincials] showed what we’ve done, we’re playing with the big boys,” he noted. “This group is right there with the second-year teams.” Coach Roeseler said the team has benefitted greatly from the support of Canadian national team’s Jenn Salling, a cousin to Wong who has worked with the girls, and pitching coach Rick Sullivan, a founding member of the White Rock Renegades program. The TriCity Titans roster includes: Lennox Ali, Kalya Bass, Grace Confortin, Hailey Hertslet, Emily Horne, Emily Matsui, Spencer Morrison, Cassidy Mousseau, Keona Nordquist, Taylor Roeseler and Caitlyn Wong.
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FAN APPRECIATION: Brooke Henderson spends some time with fans Tuesday as she prepares for her practice round at the Vancouver Golf Club. The 17-year-old leads a strong field of golfers at this week’s LPGA CP Women’s Open in Coquitlam.
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