The Mail-Journal, Volume 15, Number 29, Milford, Kosciusko County, 9 August 1978 — Page 5

Sports

THE DODGERS — Managers Pat and Laurel Speicher are shown above with members of the Dodgers team at Milford. . * Team members, from left, in front are Kelly Brooks. Suzy Baumgartner. Darlene Justice. Vicki Holderread and Karen Benning. Back row. left to right. Tina Lehman. Irma Cruz. Kristy Speicher. Missy Evans and Denise Justice. Not pit tured are Jim and Judy Brumbaugh, coaches, and Sheri Bushong.

sHSs|| * ml*3 MmHe SrW> Tisl < < ■ Ri IM F?' EM*» * 1 f ®BfeC-1 WA. I 1 Jr'. WBs. ' fitTf" W 2 ■*-< ScV.. EEfflM? m < 1 fc W I*v *H *2l g ATHLETICS TEAM — The Athletics team is one of the teams participating in the summer recreation program at Milford this summer. Kneeling, from left to right, are: Shelly Avery. Kelly Sierk. Pam Colley, Diane Coppes. Lee Ann Colley and Trisha Ayery. ' j In the rear are: Henry Sierk, coach. Tim Swango. Jason Miller. Eliseo Roa. Jeff Dunison. Jason Brooks and Lvle Duncan, coach.

i I; jJ-} 1 ■ ■ w-'B v T ■ jBBb t wIEE l I t :OI I>r J* k. dKl’a IsiWfc- x.K Rllfer &JR WWMKuII- • :\ IIBWwNr • -.' jn? « »j. HL * »' *A-HS ‘ * ■&» >lw MorS wEU W 1X ; l MmlOgrr W. • Bi®IBL BE .jRMt wr |M WJ? z / Wfo. ‘- t V: r ' \ *‘ ; ♦“/•*.*<. 2. « THE YANKEES — Members of the Yankees summer recreation team at Milford are shown abovf*. In front are Toby Harney, John Miller. Richard Eifer and David Rosenberry. In back are manager Penny Eifer. Tim Troup, Steve Miller, Connie Rico and manager Kenny Eiferi Absent when the photo was taken were Karen Wuthrich. Danny Wuthrich. Michelle Coy and Chantel Drake.

Several items reported stolen

Buddy Manges of 125 W Brooklyn St., Syracuse, reported to Syracuse police at 1:08 a.m. today (Wednesday) that while his vehicle was parked at Quackcr s Bar parking lot, his signs were stolen from each side of the car. The signs are about one by three feet and say “South Bend Tribune Carrier, 457-2268 They are valued at $26. Melinda McKenzie of Cham-

paign, 111., who is at SmithWalbridge Camp this summer, reported to police Tuesday, Aug. 8, at 6:10 p.m. that her red wallet was stolen from her unlocked vehicle. The incident took place, she said, at Thornburg’s Drugstore, the Wawasee Laundromat or Hartman’s. There was no money in the wallet, but it contained an

American Express card. University of Illinois student card, a Virginia driver’s license, mnitary 1.D,, and Bethesda Naval Hospital I.D. At 11:51 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5, Allen Currier, 460 Park Way Dr., Syracuse, reported that two motorcycle helmets were stolen from him, one black and red, the other red and silver, with stars.

Does your game need a tune-up?

By ED COLUNS Copley News Service ■ Give your game a diagnostic check If your serve backfires, your backhand misses, and your forehand sputters, your game needs a minor tune-up. Your tennis is analogous to a smooth-running engine. Timing, rhythm and effortless motion make it work. The same attributes make for a consistent and effective game of tennis. It may take years to completely iron out those wrinkled strokes and be a smooth hitter, but there are things you can do today that will immediately help you play with more poise and finesse. The first suggestion is to tame your strokes down. It’s difficult to feel your muscles if your body is out of control. Try hitting some balls in slow

How to overcome 'pancake' serve

C -x :.t . •- J By ED COLIJNS Copley News Service Maybe you have one. It’s called the “pancake” serve — a.k.a. the “shot put,” “flyswatter,” “Marshmallow” or “push” serve. All are different names for the type of serves that most teams players rely on — the “push-it-in-and-play” serve. The objective of this serve is only to get the point started — nothing else. Many players adopt this style of serving because of their anatomical inability to throw properly. They do it because their muscles don’t respond any other way. In order to learn the motion that Tuesday Afternoon ladies to meet Members of the Tuesday Afternoon Ladies Bowling League will meet Tuesday, Aug. 22, 7:30 p.m. at Wawasee Bowl, Syracuse, for the league’s organizational meeting. League fees, schedule and rules will be decided. Women’s International Bowling Congress rule changes will be given by league secretary Rosemary Gerrity. President Shirley Quinn reported that the meeting is open to all members of the league and interested bowlers. There may be openings for individuals and teams. RELAXATION By Joy Miller The straight truth about croquet is that it is named after a French word, “croc,” meaning crooked stick. Fashionable in the midnineteenth century as a game played o°n English lawns by English lords, it remains a graceful and relaxing way to pass the time. W E The game has its own strange language, so here are a few guide words. A “roquet” is hitting your ball against another ball. “Peeling” is knocking one partner’s ball through the hoop. And a “rover” is a ball that has run through all the hoops.

motion. See how slowly you can go. Forget the ball for a moment — concentrate on your muscles. As you rally in slow motion, draw your attention to the exact moment you begin to take the racket back. Where is the ball when you begin to prepare? Is it at the net? Bouncing? On top of you? It’s difficult to be a fluid player if you do not prepare early. To help this problem, see if you can begin your backswing as your opponent ends his followthrough. Make it an exercise in rhythm. A final Suggestion is to talk yourself into being smooth. As you swing your racket through the ball, say “smoooothMesmerize yourself by following your verbal directions. Say it slowly — and concentrate on the timing of the hit and the word clue. The longer the ball lingers on the strings, the more control you’ll have over its direction. So slow down — prepare as soon as possible — and talk yourself through it. Practice diligently and someday you’ll be a graceful, fluid, smoothrunning, tennis motor machine.

makes it possible to develop an aggressive serve, they must learn to throw. This can be accomplished partly by familiarizing themselves with the following three checkpoints: 1— Use the correct grip. You're doomed to a lifetime of lousy serving if you don’t change your grip. You probably -now use a “Western forehand” grip. Move the palm of your hand so it is over I the top right bevel of the handle. Tins will make it possible for you to learn “slice” and “spin” serves. 2 — Check your “poised-for-power” position. It’s here where things might break down. Toss the ball up, swing the racquet back and hold that position as you catch the ball. Don’t move. Check the position of your right elbow. It should be at the level of your shoulder. Now look over your left shoulder and check the position of the racquet head. If you can’t see it, place it behind your left ear. Make sure the strings are on edge — parallel to your back. 3 — The wrist snap. Hit a couple balls, holding the racquet in the middle of the handle. Try to stop the follow through just after the point of contact. Check two things: the height at which you contacted the ball (reach up) and the evidence of a wrist break. (The handle should have rotated to the outside of your forearm.) If you promise yourself to enthusiastically practice these three checkpoints you will make it possible to one day change from a “pancake” serve to a “dynomite” serve. Two win honors Two area residents won honors ~at the Midwest Regional Water Ski tournament held last week end at Tomahawk. Wis Kris Golden placed first in tricks, second in slalom and first overall in the girls division. Marcia Jochim placed first in tricks, first in jump and first overall. Both will participate in the national competition August 23-27 at Brighton, Mich. i i QJ. SIMPSON HOLDS THE SINfIIE GAME RUSHING RECORD Os ISO VAUDS. WHOSE RECORD DID O X BREAK? A. MERCURV MORRIS 0. WILUE ELLISON Q FRANCO IMRRIS lm’mum'uosup eynM urmw

THE ANGELS— Shown above are members of the Angels team who participated in the T-ball league at Milford this summer. In front are Sharon Gerencser. Heather Keiper. Teresa Musselman. Shaunda Gallagher and Jason Miller. 0 In back are Kevin Hurd, Kendal Gallagher. Jason Baker. James Baker and Tiffany Long. Behind the team is coach Scott Wise. Not pictured is coach Sherrill Wise. 0

ifell: Jr I Rem* (T’BS — The Cubs is one of the teams in the summer recreation program in Milford this summer. In front, from left to right, are team members: Shelly Bushong. Terry England. Shannon Angle. Rickey Westerman and Shanna Bushong. In back, members include: Carol Hiss, coach. Darla Moore. Tammy Nicolai. Mark Ray. Danelle Schwab. Ted Hiss and Bonnie Bushong, coach. Not shown are Tainmie and Stacv Greenwood.

Ac I • \i. i i AXA ■ I" t wß® t I a cH PADRES — Pictured above are the Padres from Milford. In front, from left to right, are: Roberta Hiss. Heidi Beer. Vicki Wise and (. indy Fifer. Standing are: Kathy Weisser. Julie Schwartz. Aimee Tyler and Phil Beer, coach. Not pictured are Julie McDaniel. Mandy Siegfried. Ronda McDonald. Kelly Barth and Susan McDowell.

v < L w ’! ’ jpwF l ’ • a Jif Y*J m I %• \\ rjl v \ \ ’ifLl ■ r a • 'A J st V wut Jff iM 1 i -si 1- r. i ML-/ Ji ■ THE BRAVES — Shown above are members of the Braves team of the Milford summer recreation program. From left in front are Jill Patty, Melissa Baumgartner, Carolyn Bjella, Lisa Clever and Marcia Evans. In the second row are Trisha Mullins. Jill Wolferman. Jenny Patty. Becky Wuthrich and Carol , Meier. In back are coach Sally Wise. Angie Wise, Norine Sorensen. Marcia Sorensen and coach Bob Wise.

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