The Paris Independent Continued from Page 10 The association has close to 50 years of history in Paris dating back to 1976 when it was formed. “We have a lot of dedicated players within our organization, and we are proud of each and every one of them,” said Mayhew, as she reflected on the season so far. “They are always giving their all on the ice at each and every game. There is lots of talent within all the teams we have.” Ringette, which was created in North Bay, Ontario in 1963, is now considered to be the fastest game on ice. It is played internationally in half a dozen other countries around the world. Like hockey, Ringette is played with six players on the ice with an objective to score goals. However, that is where the similarities end. Players pass a rubber ring with a straight stick, there is no intentional body contact and game time is split between two 20-minute periods. “It’s a wonderful sport that teaches the true meaning of working as a team as it is a whole team effort that gets the ring down the ice,” said Mayhew, who is just transitioning into a presidential role with the organization this year. She encourages interested players to attend an open house event in the spring to learn more about the sport. “We will post on our website and social media accounts, so look out for those dates and how to sign up,” she said.
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News from the Friendliest House in Town! Curlers in the house! Members of the Paris Curling Club returned to league play this month. Pictured to the left are Bryan Kueneman, Joe Azzopardi and Brian Azzopardi during Tuesday Night Choose Your Own League. Photo by Casandra Turnbull
The winners of the Paris Curling Club Afternoon Ladies John Hall Draw are from left to right: Frances Campbell, skip; Eleanor Dutkewich, vice and Brenda Baler, second. Missin g from the photo is Deb Rapelje, lead. Special thankyou to John Hall of Paris for sponsoring the draw. Submitted by Sue Hilhorst
