The Mail-Journal, Volume 26, Number 7, Milford, Kosciusko County, 1 April 1987 — Page 8

THE MAIL-JOJJRNAL — Wed., April 1,1987

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Sports

Warrior golfers take aim at NLC crown

I By MARK WEINSTEIN I Sports Editor SYRACUSE — Improvement is what Wawasee boys’ golf coach Rudy Cesco is looking for in his 1987 Warrior golf team. In 1986, the Warriors finished second in the Northern Lakes Conference.

■■ • B iif j i v 4 . I b I I Uk; i i »* M A B^kr' IbkC JeH|| H I iH HI Hi SI SB W■■ Bi V BL j niK BBi ipSmßll k i RETURNING LETTERMEN — Wawasee’s 1987 golf season will depend on the strength and leadership of its returning lettermen. Pictured above, from left to right, are Wawasee’s six returning lettermen. Derek Smith, Doug Nigbor, Darin Atwood, Tim Keim, David O’Neal, and John Nemeth.

Wawasee seeks All NLC trophy

SYRACUSE — Records are made to be broken. Wawasee High School’s athletic department, coaches and athletes hope the Warriors’ consecutive string of losing the all sports trophy ends this year. According to Wawasee Athletic Director Hal Traviolia, Wawasee has never reigned as all sports champions. This year could be different. In the race for the boys’ championship, Wawasee leads Warsaw by two points, 74-72, entering the spring campaign. Plymouth stands in third with 64 points. Wawasee’s chances of receiv-

Ken Beardslee joins elite in Cooperstown

Ken Beardslee is living proof that hard work pays nice dividends. The former baseball player in the New York Yankee farm system, and major league scout for the Pittsburgh Pirates has finally received his due. Beardslee was recently notified that his high school pitching records and two of his books will be admitted into the National Baseball Library at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. He is also being considered for the Michigan Sports Hall of Fame. Beardslee and former Detroit Tiger outfielder Jim Northrup could gain entrance to the prestigious hall this year. Growing up in a small Michigan town — Vermontville — Beardslee was known as a fierce competitor on the diamond. His stats prove this point. Beardslee competed against players twice his age, but that didn’t slow down the hard throwing pitcher. Instead, it fueled his professional career. During his brilliant 25-game high school career, Beardslee established several records. Beardslee won 24 of his games, losing only in a 1-0 decision his senior season. He tossed eight nohitters and two perfect games. Three of his no-hitters were consecutive. There’s more. >The Michigan prep phenom became a strikeout artist. In a nine-inning game, Beardslee had 25 strikeouts. He struck out 26 in a < 10-inning game. Both records rev main today. Besides his two record-setting performances, Beardslee also has fanned 18 batters in a high school game. In 1949, Beardslee fanned 209 hitters in 11 games. The three-digit figure represents a 19-per game average. Beardslee also struck out 20 batters in a 10-inning victory. After 38 years, four of Beardslee’s high school pitching records remain. He still owns the mark for the best all-time average for strikeouts in a single season (19 out of 21 batters) and best high school career strikeout average (18 out of 21 batters).

Obviously, Cesco is looking for a NLC championship season this year. , However, the title drive took a step backwards last weekend when junior Darin Atwood had his appendix removed. The surprise surgery will keep Atwood out of action between four-to-six weeks.

ing the award rests, primarily, on Rudy Cesco’s golf team, and Scott Siler’s baseball team. The Warriors’ track team, under Jerry Minton, is expected to finish behind Warsaw in the conference. On the girls' ledger, Goshen holds a five-point lead over Plymouth. Wawasee. with no

Boy's Standings

School Total Points Wawasee " 74 Warsaw 72 Plymouth 64 Concord 55

The other two records are most strikeouts in a nine-inning game (25), and most strikeouts in a 10-inningcontest (26). * From his prep playing days in Vermontville, Beardslee, a longtime Detroit Tiger fan, spurned the opportunity to play for the Tigers and signed a $6,000 contract with the Yankees. On The Mark WEINSTEIN f 4 fl T J At the time of Beardslee’s signing, which came very soon after his high school graduation, the Yankees signed Mickey Mantle. The two, however, never played together in New York’s 19-team minor league system. The Yankees gave Mantle S2OO less than Beardslee. Once in the Yankee system, Beardslee proved to be one of the organization’s top pitching prospects. He moved up the minor league ladder with ease. In three years, he earned the chance to make the major league team. Invited to spring training for the first time, Beardslee had higlE hopes of landing a spot in the Yanks’ pitching rotation. It never happened. A back injury prematurely end; ed Beardslee’s playing career' Prior to the injury, the Leesburg resident racked up an impressive 64-24 record, including a 32-8 mark in his final two seasons. However, baseball could not keep Beardslee out of the game. He quickly landed a scouting position with the Pittsburgh Pirates organization. He covered a five-state area for the Pirates which lasted nearly 20 years. Beardslee, during his tenure with Pittsburgh, traveled throughout Kentucky, Tennessee, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana. The test of a good scout is longevity,” said Beardslee. “If you are unable to sign players.

“That is a loss, but he should only miss play in April,” said Cesco. “Most of our matches are in May, so Darin shouldn’t miss too much of the season.” Still, Cesco expects Atwood to be a little behind when he starts in May. “I’ll be a little concerned about his legs,” insisted Cesco. “His

chance of winning the crown, is in sixth place with 31 points. Both schools that will drop out of the NLC after the 1987 season — Bremen and Rochester — have less points than Wawasee. The Lions are in seventh place with 28 points, while the Zebras hold the last position with 15 points.

School Total Points North Wood 50 Goshen 50 Bremen 35 Rochester 32

you don't last very long in the business.” Beardslee never had any troubles signing players. Because of Beardslee’s work, the Pirates signed Daw Parker, Ed Whitson, now with the San Diego Padres, and former Detroit Tiger pitcher Doug Bair. His 1971 World Series ring also depicts the contributions he made to the Pirates organization. However, not all of Beardslee’s prospects made the big leagues “Fortunately, the front office didn’t penalize a scout if a player didn’t make it.” added Beardslee. “A lot can happen from the time a player is signed and when he plays a few years in the minors.” But Beardslee’s professional baseball career came to its climax 10 years ago. The boy from a small Michigan town retired and settled down in another small community — Leesburg. Now the former talent scout spends much of his time writing books. Two of his books are in the hall of fame. Many others are in libraries across the country. “I like to help others, and this is one way I can use my abilities to function in that way,” said Beardslee. Beardslee’s books include “Little Field On The Corner,” which documented his playing career at Vermontville, and his latest book, “Partner”, a fictional tale that blends the history of Maine baseball. He has also written two other books, “The Kid From Con-' nersburg,” and “Home is Where You Hang Your Spikes.” All of his publications mix baseball instruction with some storytelling. Beardslee’s name has become synonymous with America’s favorite game — baseball. He has contributed greatly to the game, both on and off the field. • . - □. Wawasee’s Warrior football team will kick off its 1987 fundraising program Monday, April 13, at the high school. This year’s project, just as it has been the last few years, is golf tickets. The price, S2O, is unchanged from 1986 prices. Four golfers must participate at South Shore,

golf skills will be fine, but he’ll probably lack strength in his legs.” Although the loss of Atwood’s skills will hinder the Warriors in the beginning, Wawasee still has talented players to overcome the loss. Leading the way for the Warriors is their top performer from 1986. John Nemeth, who finished second in the Northern Lakes Conference a year ago, should contend for the title this year. Nemeth averages a 78, although that may vary on the course. “John is one of the best in the conference, he proved that last year,” insisted Wawasee’s veteran coach. “I’m sure he wants to improve on what he accomplished last season.” Nemeth did everything he could to improve his game during the off season. He participated in several nationwide tournaments, which undoubtedly will improve his play this year. Another top performer from

Rk w- ■ <. ■r : 4r -- <*«■ bB rB • / B( 7 Igß " r / JB SYRACUSE GYMNASTS — Members of the Syracuse Middle School gymnastics team recently completed a w inning season, losing only one match throughout 1986-87. Shown in the front row, from left, are: Chelsi Mangona, Angie Garner, Gretchen Gaugler, Ashley Dick, Jenny Luley, Melanie Anderson, Dawn Firestone, and Lisa Wight. In the middle row are: Christy Kelly and Coach Corson. In the back row are: Coach Anderson, Candi Solina, JoAnna Lant, Carrie Schmahl, Karen Butt, Nikki Marsh. Nikki Jones, Heidi Moore.

Maxwelton, and Big Boulder. Then, the fourth round (18 holes) of golf may be played at the course of your choice. Only 100 tickets will be sold, and they must be used before ()c--tbber 31, 1987. No weekend, or holiday golfing will be permitted with these tickets. ■Golfers using the tickets must rent a golf cart at each facility. Grate College's mens baseball team appears to be heading in the right direction. After two consecutive losing seasons, the Lancers presently have a .500 record. In addition, Grace’s opponents for the 1987 season are tougher than the 1986 foes. For example, Grace opens its eastern road trip with a contest against Navy. Who cares if it’s the Naval Academy’s junior varsity squad. It looks like officials representing high school athletics are not satisfied with its present basketball system. The National Federation of State High School Associations approved the adoption of the three-point field goal in high school play. The new rule will begin next season. The distance, 19-9, will be the same as the present college range. Although Indiana has not approved the decision for the 1988 season, it is certain that Indiana authorities will follow —the NFSHSA’s guidelines. Speaking on the subject, Goshen’s Mike Sorrell is in favor of the new rule, while Wawasee’s Dale Brannock and Gary Goshert oppose the new legislation. Finally, former Wawasee girls’ basketball standout Christy Speicher was the big winner at Tri-State University’s womens’ basketball banquet. The former Warrior took home the Team Player Award, and a share of the Team Academic Award, which was shared by Jill Simon. Speicher averaged 9.2 points and 5.7 rebounds a game as a sophomore for the Trojans In the process, she maintained a 3.63 grade point average.

last season’s ' squad is Derek Smith. Smith, like Nemeth and Atwood, plays consistent golf. “The top three golfers — Nemeth, Atwood, and Smith — have nice long and short games,” admitted Cesco. “After that, I am looking for someone to step forward.” Top candidates for the final two spots on Wawasee’s game-day lineup include three juniors and a sophomore. Juniors David O’Neal, Tim Keim, and Doug Parmerlee should take charge. However, none have moved to the front. The other leading candidate is Doug Nigbor. “If I can find two others that can shoot in the low 80s, we’ll be in real good shape,” insisted Cecso. “Right now, though, no one has taken the initiative.” Looking at the Northern Lakes Conference, Cesco points to three-time defending champion Rochester as the team to beat. Warsaw and Wawasee should, challenge Rochester for the top spot.

Bowling • ■ I

Monday Night Early Birds Swingin Grandmas 76'2 39’2 Likens Const 75'2 40'? Walker Pipers 72’2 43'2 Shirt Tales 72 42 Alley Cats 65 51 LSD. 65 51 Sunshiners 62'2 53'2 Cindonway Shores 61'2 54' 2 Connivers 61 55 Classic Cuties 60' 2 55' 2 Cocinero's 53'2 62'2 Gutter Grabbers 521'2 63'2 Miszfitts 52'2 63'2 Barbee Slowpokes 51’2 Bad Habits 51 65 Lucky Strikes 48 68 Flexsteel No. 1 46 70 Duds 43 73 Flexsteel No. 2 42' 2 73[ Walker Splits 37'2 78' 2 High team game: L S D. —485 High team series: Swingin Grandmas — 1382 500 series: L. Dunfee 501, C. Smith 526, A. Whetten 500 450 series: D. Allen 467, J. Maule 451, K. Cree 456, J. Slabaugh 476, D. Sherwood 460, P. Riggen 464, B Howell 450, J. Hoover 451, B Swihart 477, P. Plikerd 477, C. Loucks 463, S. Klenke 465, D. Dunlap 465 200games: A. Whetten 231 160 games: D. Allen 169, 165, P. Laker 167, K. Cree 171,. D. Kemper 164, J. Slabaugh 163, S Minnix 160, N. Whetten 162, D. Sherwood 163, L. Dunfee 163, 170, 168, C. Smith 175, 170, 181, P. Riggen 170, B. Howell 166, J. Hoover 169, 160, M. Bartman 163, K. Goldenberg 170, B Swihart 160, 166, R. Farmer 186, P. Plikerd 167, 171, C Loucks 172, S. Klenke 181, D. Dunlap 163 ■ •' .. i LandOLakes American Bldgs. 37 11 Ligonier Elks 37 11 Syr. Legion 32 16 Sea Nymph 30 18 Wawasee Bowl 27 21 Werker Bros. Const. 27 21 Gustos Guzzlers 27 21 Kurley's Keglers 26 22 Kimmell Inn 24 24 cocmeros — — 23—25— Wawasee Pro Shop 22 26 Syr. State Bank 21 27 Knights of Columbus 21 27 Merchant Meta I s ■— Doc's Hardware 18 30 J L uckey's Tavern — Captain's Place 14 -34 Terry's Asphalt Sealing 11 37 High team game: Merchant Metals— 1050 High team series: Gustos Guzzlers — 2977 600 series: G. Lambright622 500 series. R. Mathew 552, K. Knisley 557, R Cook 572, C. Summerlot 509, D. Taylor 576, S Coburn 576, S. Richmond s|l, P. Flanagan 500. M. Yoder 520, R Mullins 570, M. Zell inger 533, M. Durham 571, J. Gerard 520, T Cravens 562, D. Obacz 506, R Gunn 506, T Ervin SOB, D. Barhydt 506, J. Walton 506, C. Walton 512, C. Walton 542, E. Senart 528, J. Wortinger 510, G. Lowe 524, D Smith 525, T. Edwards 541, C. Werker 503, W. Schwalm 526, O. Fuller 546 200 games: G. Lambright 233, 204, R. Mathew 201, K. Knisley 205, R Cook 216, 210, D Taylor 210, 201, S. Coburn 220, s.*Richmond 225, M. Yoder 204, R. Mullins 209, M. Zellinger 216, M. Durham 201, J. Gerard 202, D Smith 209, J. Levellette 216

“Right now we are in the same position that Rochester was in three years ago,” said Cesco. “We were favored in the conferenqe and they had those two Smith noys (Chris and Craig) and they cleaned our clocks.” “We hope to be able to surprise them, and return the favor,” added Cesco. The Warriors open their season Thursday, April 4, in the Columbus Invitational. Three weeks later Wawasee competes in the llafayette Invitational. Wawasee opens its home schedule Thursday, April 30, against Manchester. The Warriors have five home matches this season. “This should be an exciting season,” insisted Cesco, in his 16th season at Wawasee. “We should be strong, just like a lot of other teams in the conference.” A sidelight to Wawasee’s upcoming season, Cesco will be in search of his 200th Wawasee coaching victory. He presently has won 194 matches in his career.

Friday Night Mixed Maple Leaf 38 10 Knisleys 33 15 Miller's Heating 30 18 Gutter Dusters 28 20 Syracuse Rubber 28 20 Sleepy Owl 27 21 Yeh, But 27 21 Triple A's 26 22 Biddles 24 24 Beers 24 24 DQ. Brazier x 23 25 Eby Auto 22 26 Pizza 2 22 26 Wawasee Motors 20 28 Denny's 66 18 30 Kenny's Pizza 16 32 Bitner Eggs 14 34 Four F r s 10 38 High team game and series: Miller's Heating — 704, 2044 , 500 series: P. Bright 502, A. Epert 523, J. Conway 534, L. Sawyer 514, K._ Knisley 541, K Knisley 572, S. Swinehart 557, Sr-Smith 501, T. Cravens 543, J. Gerrard 526, K. Solina 510, G. Hamilton 528, D. Hamilton 538 450 series and above: B. Conley 452, P. Schopf 459, B. Smith 464, I. Kalisik 498, T. Stewart 450, B. Hamilton 468 200 games: K. Knisley 205, S. Swinehart 211, T. Cravens 209, G. Hamilton 200 160 games and above: B. Conley 184, S. Fry 160, P. Schopf 161, 165, B. Smith 160, 162, S. Sawyer 168, I. Kalisik 199, K. Knisley 181, S. Coy 178, T. Jones 162, D. Kuhn 169, A. Peterson 172, T. Stewart 169, 160, B. Hamilton 161, K. Solina 160, 183, 167 County Tux Shop 34V? 13’* Kurly's Keglers 34 14 Moore's Shoes 31 17 Foy's Boat Ser... 28’* 19’* Miller's Heating 27 21 Wawasee Ser. Center 26 22 Rinker Boats 24 24 Renegades 22 26 Augsburger's 20 28 Paul's U Lock It I?’* 28V? Lakeside Bait 19 29 Leisure Pools 18 30 Parker's Hybrids 30V? Walker Mfg. 16 32 High team game and series: Moore's Shoes —1044 3004 600 series: D. Harper 601 500 series: S. Yoder 511, M. Hawkins 541, G. Hawkins 523, R. Riggen 511, D. Smith 521, | R Solina 550, R. Thwalts 581, C Eby 570, W. Stahly 518, S. Butt 522, M. Zellinger 578, E. Coburn 549, C. Frushour 520, B. KnlJey 500, B. Coburn 520, D. Cotton 522 200 games: M. Hawkins 210, R. Thwalts 235, C. Eby 208, M. Zellinger 215, D. Cotton 201, D. Harper 204,220 Every Other Saturday Night Mixed Twitheads 42 14 Ball Busters 41 15 Are We Having Fun Yet? 37 19 Stamars 1 35 19 Brew Crew 33 Vi 22’* Hot Flashes 31 25 11th Frame Avengers 30 26 Buds & Lous 30 26 Pofolks Nothing But Trouble 24 32 Kings 81 Queens • P 33 Abate 19 37 Brats » Misfits 39

wßw-wLi' J BTfsgr \ yj r -- Br; - • aJKi • ■ -J- «... ~~ ' ■ a - . W Bl tl I I : KHkil ' -< ’.-I' ■ - * fc. K ak - ■ r 1U * :! .. ■ — —— 4r SPRING GOLF — With the warm break in the weather, several area residents decided to open the 1987 golf season. However, the w eather turned cold, just as quick as it warmed up. Pictured above is Dave Smith, Syracuse, putting at Maxwelton Golf Course. Below, Smith picks the ball out of the hole. (Photos by Mark Weinstein)

High team game and series: Are We Hav ing Fun Yet? — 749 2068 600 series: R. Stahley 629 500 series: B. Rodeffer 500, D. Obacz 546, B. Obacz 516, D. Sheets 503, J. Wortinger 569, C. Marton 547 450 series: B. Swihart 486, M. Swanson 474, D. Weisweaver 468, Ja. Wortinger 545, S. Keim 525 200games. A. Stricklin 213, D. Burkett 205, D. Sheets 211, Jo. Wortinger 234, C. Marton 212, R. Stahley 225,231 160 games. J. Stricklin 169, T. Clow 170, B. Swihart 168, 189, M. Swanson 179, M. Kuhn 176, D. Weisiyveaver 164, 169, Ja. Wortinger 173, 224, S. Keim 188, 210, K. Marton 161 Thursday Nite Ladies Louie's 75'* 28'* Wawasee Bowl 73 31 Jones 70 34 Millers 63 41 Golden Razor 61’* 42'* Beacon 59 45 Buyrite 58 46 Charger House 58 46 Liberty 53'? 50’* Kidds 50 54 S & V General Store 49 55 Stop Inn 47'* 56'* LakeClty Bank II 46 58 Pilchers 45'* 58'* Kreager Bros-. 46 58 Thornburgs 39 65 Eagles 38’* 65'* Sandi's 38 66 Town & Country 35'* 68'* Lake City Bank I 34V? 69'* High team game and series: Golden Razor — 896, 2535 500 series: £. Wogoman 503, E. Slabaugh 520, K. Southern 515, K. Knisley 502/ C. Becher 510, S. Keim 597, J. Wortingerss4, L. Rife 507, K. Larimer 502 450 series and above: B. Swihart 452, M. Smith 463, C. Nolan 481, M. Pauff 493, B. White 451, J. Hays 475, B. Gross 481, V. Ben nett 491, R. Hite 467, N. Shields 482, C. Egolf 487, J. Brown 468, J. Kolb 462, D. Huff 469, Y. Coburn 475, H. Taylor 474, J. Reed 495, K. Creps 468, C. Boyd 481, B. Debolt 451, R. Ger rity 489, K. Pauwels 450, M. Rensberger 491 200 games: J. Wortinger 225-185, S. Keim 218-190 189, K. Larimer 202 Wogoman 189, C. Nolan 178, E. Slabaugh 184-171, M. Pauff 180, B. Gross 175, V. Bennett 175, K. Southern 188-176, K. Knisley 184, C. Becher 177 174, C. Egolf 190, N. Shields 174, J. Knisley 194, D. Huff 174, L. Rife 189 184, H. Taylor 191, J. Reed 185, K Creps 181, C. Boyd 170, B. Debolt 172, D. Skevlngton 172, J. Miller 182, M. Rensberger 176 Tues. Aft. Ladies League Arrow Van 67'* Teghtmeyer 63 45 Beacon 63 45 Mastercraft 60 48 CarterP.E.H. 60 48 State Bank 59'* 48'* LaPetlte 56 52 Paul's U Lock It 52 56 Aunt Verna's Place 46Vj 611* Lil's Anchor Bar 45'* 62’* WaChester 37’* 70’* Ace Pest 37'-? 70'* High team game: Carter P.E.H. — 845 High team series: State Bank — 2252 500 series: J. Hays 506, B. Kline 500 450 series: R. Gerrlty 406, S. Wolterman 483. S. Flanagan 473, J. Kausal 471, K. Stone

463, S. Sawyer 461, E. Kirkdorter 454, I. Kalisik 455 200games: B. Steenport 200 160 games: J. Kahle 195, J. Hays 188 170, S. Flanagan 181, K. Stone 180, S. Wolterman 185, M. Prescott 180, B. Kline 179-177, J. Gray 173, E. Kirkdorfer 170, J. Stoelting 176, F. Er vin 170, S. Sawyer 170-169, MJ. Myers 165, L. McFarland 160, M. Willard 166, L. Brower 162, M.A. O'Neal 162, R. McDonough 161 163, J. Kausal 175, R. Carroll 167, R. Gerrlty 181 Sunday Nite Mixed Doubles Fairmont Homes 76 44 Oswego Washette 74'* 45'* Price's Auto Parts 69 51 Gene's Repair Shop 66’* 53’* Miller's Heating & Air 65 55 Coburns and Deans 64 56 Hatfield's Bait 8. Tackle 60 60 Dangles 58'? 61'2 Have Computer Will Travel 54'* 65'2 Hibschmans 53 67 ARS Refrigeration 52'2 67'2 N. Webster Marina 50'* 69'2 First Strike 48 72 Clevengers 47 73 600 series. B.Canfield 633 500 series: S. Rensberger 580, B Pauwels 545, H. Gray 538, M. Manuszak 521, J. Simpson 554, D. Carpenter 534, C. Coburn 605, M. Clevenger 571, J. Miller 565, T. White 515, L. Hawn 517, C. Wogoman 568 450 series: K. Larimer 466, L. Hawn 490 200 games: B. Canfield 254, S. Rensberger 222, D. Gray 200, M. Manuszak 200, J. Simp son 228, C. Coburn 213, 201, M. Clevenger 204, 202, J. Miller 212, E. Slabaugh 205, C. Wogoman 213 160 games: J. Stricklin 190, K. Rensberger 179, C. Simpson 163, K. Larimer 168, J. Miller 192, 161, L. Hawn 182 o Milford Business Gropp's 41 15 UAW 40,2 ,s ’’ Classic Formed Prod. 36'2 19'2 Chore Time 36 20 Family Fare 35 21 •PlurCetufi Rotary A Drill 35— 21 Wawasee Pro Shop 34 22 Dana I 31 25 No. Webster Legion 31 25 Shue's 29 27 Campbell's 26’2 29’2 Dana 11 ‘ 25 31 Tim's Performance 25 31 Henschen Oil 24 32 Smokey's Bait & Tackle 22 34 Rinker's 20 36 Eagles I 19 37 Eagles II 16’2 39’? High team game and series; Gropp's — 903, 2608 600 series: Berg Anderson 604, Lee Owen 612 200 games: Si Smith 212, R Caudill 221, C. Summerlot 210, B. Anderson 221, L. Owen 209. 219, C. Arthur 211. J Jones 225, D Ferguson 215 210, R. Lindzy 202, J. Shoudel 200, B. Stahley 202, B. Richardson 203, L Dowty2l4 (Continued on page 9)