HOOPS-11.30.11 by Kingsett

PAGE 2B

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

SPINAL COLUMN NEWSWEEKLY

We’re On Time, You’ll See, Or The Repair is Free™

ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS?

DON’T PANIC! Call MISTER SPARKY ELECTRICAL - AMERICA’S ON-TIME ELECTRICIAN™ If you are having any Electrical Problems,

We can help you with:

This Week’s Super Special...

ELECTRICAL SERVICE CALL

ONLY

Normal Service Call Fee $49.00 Offer valid on initial service call and with repair only. One offer per visit. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Valid Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Holidays excluded. Please mention this ad, offer valid through 12/21/11.

From MISTER SPARKY

ELECTRICAL SERVICES YOU CAN EXPECT:

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed Electricians are Drug Tested and Receive a Comprehensive Background Check Repair Guaranteed for up to 2 years Fair and Consistent Pricing with No Hidden Cost Fully Equipped Big Red Trucks Technicians Leave Your Home White Glove Clean

Troubleshooting Electrical Problems Surge Protection Lighting Fixtures Circuit Panels Home Re-Wiring Generator Hook-ups/ Emergency Power Home Electrical Safety Inspections Code Violation & Corrections

Updated Smoke Detectors Ceiling Fan Installation GFI Repair Outlet/Plug Installation Fire & Storm Repair

ALL ELECTRICAL SERVICES

PHONES ANSWERED LIVE 24 HOURS A DAY 7 DAYS A WEEK 1-888-8-SPARKY 248-363-8508

(1-888-877-2759)

248-348-8814

248-684-2888

Licensed & Insured • Locally owned & operated To learn more about our services and save with special offers log on to: www.mistersparky.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

PAGE 3B

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SEASON PREVIEW â&#x20AC;&#x201C; HOOPS

Eagles, Mavericks, and Eaglets Huron Valley Lakeland Head Coach: Bob Brugger,

Twelfth Season Assistant Coaches: Ronald Lund, Kyle Sharrard, Brian Ives

Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Our leading returning player is junior Chuck Sanders. Chuck averaged 10 points per game and 7 rebounds as a sophomore last season. Chuck is an extremely athletic player that is capable of highlight reel finishes above the rim. I look forward to watching him mature and improve his ball handling skills. Casey Palanca is the only other player that received major minutes on last season's team. Casey is a very hard worker that brings a blue collar mentality to our team. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should watch? We have 3 sophomores that will receive major minutes this season. Nick Troxell is a 6-3 forward that is extremely versatile and capable of scoring in a variety of ways. Bradley Govan is a 6-4 center that plays very physical in the post and has the ability to dominate on the boards. Ross Heiman is a 6-foot guard that can provide

Huron Valley Milford Head Coach: Chip Lutz Fifth season Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? After losing Junior point guard Alex Larson, to a season-ending wrist injury during football, we will be counting heavily on our senior class: Brandon Wallace, Steven Sloboda and Chris Orr. As a Junior, Wallace averaged about 6 points per game. He will be relied on heavily to handle the ball in the full court, run the offense and be a scoring threat for us from the perimeter. He has the ability to stress the defense by attacking off of the dribble. Sloboda averaged 5 points and 5 rebounds per game last season. We will count on him to be a physical player in the lane. We will need him to be a scorer from the low post, as well as an excellent rebounder. Chris Orr is our vocal leader and our spark. He will be relied on to guard the other team's best player and to take on the new role of being an offensive threat. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition?

Orchard Lake St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Head Coach: George Porritt,

19th season Assistant Coaches: Todd Covert, Leonard Karschnia, Lamon Mathison Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Senior posts Justin Barrows and Danny Furlong, both 6-7, are returning to provide interior defense, rebounding and scoring. Barrows also shoots the three-pointer well. Senior Forwards Ethan Woelke (6-4) and Chu Ukandu (6-2) logged plenty of minutes last year and both score inside and outside, as well as rebound the ball well. Senior Mason Porritt (5-10) is a defensive specialist who provides great ball-pressure and has improved his offensive skill-set in directing the offense. Junior Sam McClendon (6-1) has added strength to his frame and could be primed for a break-out season. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Junior Matt Linehan (6-2) had a very good summer and is a fine perimeter shooter. Juniors Jack Austin (6 feet) and Sean Bauer (6 feet) have gained experience and should grow into their roles after spending last year as key players on the junior varsity.

scoring from behind the arc. These three sophomores will have some growing pains throughout the season but provide a very bright future. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? Our athletic front court. I really feel that we will be able to rebound with any team in the county. Offensive rebounding will be a key to our success this season. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? Our guards and developing more of a leadership role on our team. Troy Baertson is a very talented and skilled point guard that will have a chance to lead and keep our team organized. The development of leadership within our team will be the underlying factor in how successful we are.

Our biggest strength will be our physical nature of play and our solid defensive fundamentals. We will be a gritty bunch on defense that forces teams to execute well offensively in order to score. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? Our biggest need will be developing scorers. We graduated about 65 percent of our point production from last year. We will need some of our younger players like Josh Corey, Jacob Lee and Jason Hugan to develop into consistent offensive threats. At 6-7, sophomore center Jason Hugan is developing into a more physical and consistent player. He will need to take on a larger role. With the injury to Larson, junior guards Josh Corey and Jacob Lee will be counted on to handle the ball and be scoring threats from the perimeter.

2010-11 Record: 12-11, 5-5

2010-11 Record: 10-11, 3-7

What do you believe are your team's Q biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? Some depth; front court size; senior leadership; and experience after making the State Class A quarter-finals last year. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? Our defense and rebounding need to come together for us to achieve our goals. What are your team's key games on the schedule? We always target the Catholic League Central Division games (U-D Jesuit, Warren De La Salle, Detroit Catholic Central, Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard, and Birmingham Brother Rice). Tough non-league opponents include Clarkston, Flint Powers, Detroit Country Day, and Detroit Henry Ford.

2010-11 Record: 15-10, 6-4 Class A Regional Champions

PAGE 4B

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

$$$ Top Prices Paid $$$

Walled Lake

ALL TYPES of NONFERROUS and FERROUS SCRAP METAL

Church of Christ

•ALUMINUM•BRASS•COPPER•STAINLESS STEEL •EXOTIC ALLOYS•CATALYTIC CONVERTERS •CARBIDE•HIGH SPEED STEEL•AUTO RADIATORS COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRIAL

(248) 960-1200

CONTAINERIZED SERVICE PICKUPS AVAILABLE

Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-Noon

MANN METALS CORP.

1011 DECKER ROAD WALLED LAKE, MI 48390

Novi Family Dental Center

Tressa A. Priehs DDS PC Ask us about Smile Makeovers

43410 W. 10 Mile Rd. Novi

248-348-3100

Come see our Spirit! Sunday Worship - 11 a.m. Sunday School - 10 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study - 7 p.m.

248-624-4600 1403 N. Pontiac Trail Sports Cakes & Jersey Cookies

Commerce

248-669-9800 www.dreamcakesllc.com

SPINAL COLUMN NEWSWEEKLY

THOMASON Kelly B. Weaver

HEATING & COOLING

Allstate Insurance Company

•Furnaces •Boilers •Air Cleaners

24-Hour Customer Service

•Air Conditioners •Humidifiers

39540 14 Mile Road Walled Lake, MI 48390

Service and Replacements

Phone 248.960.3000 Email kellyweaver@allstate.com

FREE ESTIMATES ON INSTALLATION

248-363-1615

JOE MAHER WELL DRILLING, INC. 2” - 6” Wells Drilled and Repaired Water Sampling • Well Inspections License #1928 • Insured

2725 CHILDS LAKE ROAD MILFORD, MI 48381

Office: 248-360-2420 248-624-7520 Shop: 248-684-8646

490 N. Pontiac Trail Walled Lake

248-668-1200

western - warriors central - vikings Northern - Knights

Ron Boschert

4380 Haggerty Road Walled Lake

248-624-8900 www.granbymold.com

State Farm Insurance Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there

Auto / Home / Life / Health 49175 West Pontiac Trail, Wixom

248.960.0010 www.ronboschert.com

Call for a FREE Trial Class AmericanAllstarAthletics.com

248-668-9805

3275 Martin Road, Suite 125 Commerce Township, MI 48390

DAN’S AUTO CLINIC

851 N. Pontiac Trail, Walled Lake

PIZZA & SUBS

of Union Lake/Commerce

2199 Haggerty Rd. Walled Lake

248-363-2050

(248) 624-4500

of Walled Lake

www.morrismotorsmi.com

PIZZA & SUBS

248-624-8006

Shop: 248-669-3756 24-Hour Towing: 248-960-9450 All major and minor auto repair Certified Master Mechanic Mon., Wed., Fri. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tues., Thurs. 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

PAGE 5B

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SEASON PREVIEW – HOOPS

Vikings, Knights, and Warriors Walled Lake Central Head Coach: Dennis Butcher,

Eighth Season Assistant Coaches: Harry Glanz, Jay Levine

Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Zac Leimbach — Great athlete and leader that can attack the rim and finish; KJ Schultz — Will assume point guard role and be relied on to be our best guard defender; Tai Abiola — Combines size and strength. Will be a very good inside threat on both ends of the floor. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Brett Gustufson — Very good shooting range; Charles Taylor — Transfer student that will be a strong scorer and inside threat. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? Will have a good combination of size and speed. Should be able to defend all five positions well.

In what areas do you feel that your Q team needs improvement? We need to develop team chemistry very quickly as we have several newcomers and role changes that need to learn the system. What are your team's key games on the schedule? Every game is key; however, we want to compete for the Kensington Lakes Activities Association (KLAA) North Division championship. What are your team's goals for this season? Compete for league and district championships.

Q Q

Walled Lake Northern Head Coach: Ron Thompson,

Third Season Assistant Coaches: Steve Smith, Josh Chesnut, Eric Throgmorton, John Minna, Jason Rennie

are your key returning players on your team this Q Who season and what should we expect out of them? Jared Sheena, 5-8 senior point guard: I expect Jared to continue to score for us, but I look for him to be more of a playmaker. Gage Throgmorton, 6-5 junior guard: He's our most improved player and grew a couple of inches. We look for Gage to continue his pure shooting and create some opportunities. Ryan Soulet, 6-2 senior guard: He gets us going with his energy and leadership. I look for him to move around the floor and play multiple positions on offense and mostly guard the other teams' best players. Kirk Thomas, 6-1 senior forward: He is a true competitor and a guy willing to do all the little things. Leo Susick, 6-5 senior center: We look for Leo to take over the lead on the glass. He’s an athletic big man that runs the floor well and can move to a forward position when needed. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Trent Lansaw, 6-4 sophomore forward: Trent is a very smart player that always gets

Walled Lake Western Head Coach: RaRedding Murray,

First Season Assistant Coaches: Wendell Green, Edward Turner, Johnny Daniels

Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? We have one returning starter, Jamall Rhodes. We had a productive summer and will be greatly improved this year. Some of the key players are Miroslov Jaksic, a 6-10 junior forward who is good inside and can step out and shoot. Aaron Prim is a 6-7 senior forward who is good inside and rebounds well. Korey Wade is a 5-10 junior guard who is super quick and is a good scorer. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Jalin Gardner is a 6-2 freshman who can score and is strong going to the basket.

2010-11 Record: 14-7, 9-1 KLAA North Champs to the right spots. He is a very good shooter with above-average range. Joe Smigielski, 6-3 senior center: Joe gives us depth at the center position. What he lacks in height he makes up for in strength and heart. Brennan Williams, 6-3 sophomore center: He's another big, strong body to help with defense and rebounding off the bench. Evan Shankin, 6-3 senior shooting guard: Evan adds depth off the bench as a flat-out shooter. He will garner more minutes once he learns how valuable he is as a defender and rebounder. Logan Wright, 6-2 junior guard/forward: Logan provides depth at every position except center. What are your team's key games on the schedule? We’re playing a holiday tournament for the first time, Dec. 29-30. The KLAA North is a very balanced division and every game has the ability to decide the division title.

2010-11 Record: 11-10, 6-4

What are your team's key games on Q the schedule? The key games to me are all division games because our goal is to compete every year for championships, and it starts with your division.

2010-11 Record: 5-16, 1-9

PAGE 6B

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

SPINAL COLUMN NEWSWEEKLY

HOOPS – HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SEASON PREVIEW

Waterford Kettering Captains Waterford Kettering Head Coach: Gary Sharpe,

First Season Assistant Coaches: Ron Levin, Ryan Dingman

Q Who are your key returning players on your team this season and what should we expect out of them? Maurice Scott and Justin Santana. Expect rebounding, scoring, and defense. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on Q the lookout for?

what areas do you feel that your Q Inteam needs improvement? Our team lacks experience. What are your team's key games on Q the schedule? All KLAA North Division games, especially against Waterford Mott. What are your team's goals for this Q season? To play as a team and improve every game.

Brandon Dupuis, Duncan Chizek, and Cory Brabrant, all senior guards What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart Q from the competition? Our team will play hard and have an excellent work ethic.

2010-11 Record: 9-12, 5-5

See page 9 for the game schedules for all of the Lakes Area Boys High School Games See page 12 for the game schedules for all the Lakes Area Girls High School Games

THINKSUCCESS

GOOD LUCK

Warriors, Knights & Vikings

THINK MADONNA

S Career-focused undergrad and graduate programs

S Environmentally-friendly, high-tech Franciscan Center S Small classes mean personal attention S A reputation for academic excellence S Professors dedicated to your success

GO TEAMS! 3095 S. Commerce Rd., Walled Lake, MI 48390 www.wlsefcu.com 248-624-5222

We’ve Gone DIGITAL!

Orchard Lake S Livonia S Online

734-432-5339 S 800-852-4951 (ext. 5339)

madonna.edu

If you’d like to receive our full edition in your email box, send your request to: signmeup@thescngroup.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

PAGE 7B

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SEASON PREVIEW â&#x20AC;&#x201C; HOOPS

Corsairs, Lakers, and Lakers Waterford Mott Head Coach: Jeff Jayson,

First season Assistant Coaches: Mike Jayson, Star Stevens, Brent Reynolds

Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Khalil Malone, junior, 5-8 point guard. This is Khalil's third year on varsity and his second year starting. He will be running the show this year for us. We will look for Khalil to be more aggressive on offense and score more points for us, and get others involved, as well. Brody Losh, senior, 6-6 forward. Brody can affect the game in many different aspects. He can play every position on the floor. He is able to knock down perimeter shots and has good post moves. He is very versatile on the defensive end where he can guard all positions. We will look for Brody to provide the team with leadership on and off the court. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Brandon Whitsitt, sophomore, 6-4 forward. Brandon is able to stretch the defense with his shooting abilities and he could get some valuable minutes off the bench this

Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes Head Coach: Sean Wightman

Third Season Assistant Coaches: Jeff Stevens, Pat Casey, Greg Mutrynowski, Jared Ritch

are your key returning players on your team this Q Who season and what should we expect out of them? Garrett Ross will be asked to play both inside and outside for us. He's very versatile and will be one of our expected leading scorers and rebounders. Jake Doetsch is one of our best defenders. He will also be asked to score for us and can do it in many ways (running the floor in transition, driving to the basket and shooting from the perimeter). Josh Grenn is expected to rebound and score inside for us. Jake Weir is expected to rebound and score for us, as well as be our team leader. Vinny Puma will be one of our primary ball handlers responsible for distributing the basketball. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Colt Moran: He can shoot and is a very smart player. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition?

Q Q

West Bloomfield Head Coach: Jeremy Denha,

Second Season Assistant Coaches: Lee Bailey Sr., Mike Maryanski, Dan Dardarian

Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Daryn Byrd is our only returning starter and we expect him to be a leader. He will play both guard spots. We expect him to be one of our leading scorers. Two other kids that return are Nikhil Mankushy and Lawrence Pukhrambam. They both lead by example and they are our two best outside shooters. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on Q the lookout for? Juniors Brandon Cole and Malik Humes are expected to step in and play big roles on the team this year. We also have two sophomores that will be playing the point for us â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Josh Birnberg and Kevin Byrd.

season as he adjusts to varsity basketball. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? We are taller than we have been in the past. We want to use that to defend and control the glass. I believe another strength could be our experience. We have two players with three years of varsity experience (Khalil Malone, Andrew Hovsepian), return four starters from last year's team, and have other players who have varsity experience. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? Our team needs to work on becoming tougher in every aspect, especially on the defensive end. We will work hard on our rebounding abilities because we believe that will allow us to compete in every game.

We will need to do a good job of playing team defense this season, which I expect will be one of our strengths. Additionally, we also work very hard which may not win you a lot of games, but will definitely keep you in the hunt to be competitive to the end. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? We need to be more patient on offense, as well as read defensive situations more quickly. What are your team's key games on the schedule? All of our games will be key for us as we have a very difficult schedule. We take one game at a time to help prepare us for the state tournament. What are your team's goals? Sustain our effort for a longer period; take ownership for mistakes; work to improve each day; and hold each other accountable to achieve higher standards.

2010-11 Record: 9-11, 4-6

Q Q

2010-11 Record: 14-8, 9-2 CHSL Intersectional Champions

What do you believe are your team's Q biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? I think that we shoot the ball extremely well as a team and the kids really understand the game. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? We are such a young team with kids that haven't competed at the varsity level and we just need more experience. We are also undersized. What are your team's key games on the schedule? I feel that every game is important, especially with all of our newcomers.

2010-11 Record: 13-8, 10-4

PAGE 8B

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

SPINAL COLUMN NEWSWEEKLY

I am Tired of Hearing Pe o p l e C o m p l a i n a b o u t

HEADACHES!! I have over a 90% success rate in either reducing or eliminating headaches for patients. I have the testimonials to back it up. These are a few examples of people I have helped: “I have had migraines for about 20 years. I started to notice a decrease in my headaches within a few visits with Dr. Gordon. I never realized the negative impact my headaches had on my life until I had some relief. I highly recommend Dr. Gordon. You won’t be disappointed.” Tim V., White Lake

Seriously, what are you waiting for?

The Consultation is FREE, the potential results are PRICELESS.

Do you want to feel better? Do you want to take less medication? (over the counter and/or prescription)? Do you want to miss less work and/or family events due to your headaches?

FREE First

Visit

Consultation • Exam • Trigger Point Therapy Necessary X-Rays not included in this offer. If insurance exists all procedures must be billed per provider agreement. Valid only with coupon. Not valid with other offers. Expires 12/31/11 SC

GORDON CHIROPRACTIC 7887 Cooley Lk. Rd., Ste. 120

248-366-3300

New Patients Seen Same Day! Family Care/Auto Injury Expert All Insurances Accepted

PROUD SPONSOR OF

Dr. Daniel S. Gordon FOR THE PAST 5 YEARS

We welcome

DR. SUSAN DORGAI to the practice

Check out our website: www.gordondc.com

Cash Plans available for those with no insurance

Proud sponsors of St. Mary’s • Huron Valley Schools • Waterford Schools • Walled Lake Schools

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

PAGE 9B

HURON VALLEY LAKELAND EAGLES

HURON VALLEY MILFORD MAVERICKS

ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARY'S EAGLETS

WALLED LAKE CENTRAL VIKINGS

Boys – 2011-12 Schedule

Dec. 6 vs. Wayne Memorial, 7 p.m. Dec. 8 vs. Pinckney, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 vs. Milford, 7 p.m. Dec. 28-29 at Livonia Franklin Holiday Tournament, TBA. Jan. 6 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Hartland, 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 28/Mar. 1 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Mar. 5 -9 at MHSAA Districts at Lakeland, TBA.

Dec. 9 vs. Livonia Franklin, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at South Lyon East, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Dec. 28 - 29 at Northville Holiday Tournament, TBA. Jan. 6 vs. Grand Blanc, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 vs. Howell, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Hartland, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Brighton, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Pinckney, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Grand Blanc, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 at Howell, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Hartland, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Brighton, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Pinckney, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 28/Mar. 1 at KLAA Championship/Crossover, 7 p.m. Mar. 5-9 at MHSAA Districts at Lakeland, TBA.

Dec. 9 vs. Clarkston, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10 at Muskegon Heights, TBA. Dec. 16 vs. Flint Powers Catholic, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 27 - 28 at L'Anse Creuse North Classic, TBA. Jan. 10 at Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 vs. Warren De La Salle, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Novi Detroit Catholic Central, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24 at Bloomfield Hills Brother Rice, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 27 at Detroit Jesuit, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 28 at Detroit Country Day, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at Warren De La Salle, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7 at Novi Detroit Catholic Central, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Birmingham Brother Rice, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14 vs. Detroit Jesuit, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18 at Catholic League Quarterfinals, TBA Feb. 21-22 at Catholic League Semifinals, TBA. Feb. 26 at Catholic League Championship, TBA. Mar. 2 at Operation Friendship, TBA. Mar. 5-9 at MHSAA Districts at St. Mary's, TBA.

Dec. 6 vs. Novi, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at Northville, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 vs. Grand Blanc, 7 p.m. Dec. 20 at Grosse Pointe North, 7 p.m. Jan. 4 at Farmington Hills Harrison, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Pinckney, 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 28/Mar. 1 at KLAA Championship/Crossover, 7 p.m. Mar. 5-9 at MHSAA Districts at Lakeland, TBA.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN KNIGHTS

WALLED LAKE WESTERN WARRIORS

Boys – 2011-12 Schedule

Dec. 6 vs. Northville, 7 p.m. Dec. 9 vs. Novi, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 vs. Howell, 7 p.m. Dec. 28-29 at Dexter Holiday Tournament, TBA. Jan. 6 vs. Walled Lake Western, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 10 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Lakeland, 5:30 p.m. Jan. 17 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Walled Lake Western, 6 p.m. Jan. 31 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Brighton, 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 28/Mar. 1 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Mar. 5 -9 at MHSAA Districts at Lakeland, TBA.

Dec. 9 vs. Franklin Road Christian, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at Farmington Hills Harrison, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 vs. Brighton, 7 p.m. Dec. 28 at Roundball Classic, TBA. Jan. 6 at Walled Lake Northern, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 10 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 6 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Howell, 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 28/Mar. 1 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Mar. 5 - 9 at MHSAA Districts at St. Mary's, TBA.

WATERFORD KETTERING CAPTAINS

WATERFORD MOTT CORSAIRS

WATERFORD OUR LADY OF THE LAKES LAKERS

WEST BLOOMFIELD LAKERS

Boys – 2011-12 Schedule

Dec. 14 at Bloomfield Hills Lahser, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 vs. Pinckney, 7 p.m. Jan. 3 at Brandon, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 vs. Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Jan. 23 vs. Oxford, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 28 at Bloomfield Hills Andover, 3 p.m. Jan. 31 at Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Grand Blanc, 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 28/Mar. 1 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Mar. 5 - 9 at MHSAA District at Troy Athens, TBA.

Dec. 6 at Birmingham Groves, 7 p.m. Dec. 12 vs. Ferndale, 7 p.m. Dec. 14 at West Bloomfield, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 vs. Hartland, 7 p.m. Jan. 4 at Stoney Creek, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 at Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 vs. Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Milford, 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 28/Mar. 1 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Mar. 5 - 9 at MHSAA Districts at Troy Athens, TBA.

Dec. 5 at Oakland Christian, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7 at Royal Oak Shrine, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at Crosswell Lexington, 7 p.m. Dec. 30 vs. Georgetown District, 7 p.m. Jan. 5 vs. Hamtramck, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 10 vs. WB Frankel Jewish Academy, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 13 at Marine City Cardinal Mooney, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20 at Cristo Rey, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24 vs. Riverview Gabriel Richard, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 27 at Everest Collegiate, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. WB Frankel Jewish Academy, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Marine City Cardinal Mooney, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Cristo Rey, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 at Riverview Gabriel Richard, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 14 vs. Everest Collegiate, 7:30 p.m. Feb. 18 at Catholic League Quarterfinals, TBA. Feb. 21-22 at Catholic League Semifinals, TBA. Feb. 26 at Catholic League Championship, TBA. Feb. 28 vs. Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart, 7 p.m. Mar. 1 vs. Southfield Christian, 7:30 p.m. Mar. 5 -9 at MHSAA Districts at Everest Collegiate, TBA.

Dec. 6 at Melvindale, 7 p.m. Dec. 9 at Oak Park, 7 p.m. Dec. 14 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 3 vs. Berkley, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 at Farmington Hills Harrison, 7 p.m. Jan. 12 vs. Southfield, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at North Farmington, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Southfield-Lathrup, 7 p.m. Jan. 26 vs. Pontiac, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Clarkston, 7 p.m. Feb. 9 vs. Farmington Hills Harrison, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Southfield, 7 p.m. Feb. 17 vs. North Farmington, 7 p.m. Feb. 23 at Southfield-Lathrup, 7 p.m. Feb. 28 vs. Pontiac, 7 p.m. Mar. 1 at Clarkston, 7 p.m. Mar. 5 - 9 at MHSAA Districts at St. Mary's, TBA.

PAGE 10B

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

Providence Family & Athletic Medicine

MY GIRLFRIEND’S CLOSET Consignment Boutique

248.684.6155

Stjohndoctors.org/pam Blood draws • Complete physical exams Affordable pre-participation sports physicals Preventative screenings • Newborn & pediatric care Men’s & Women’s health screenings

8184 Cooley Lake Road White Lake, MI 48386

Home for all your family medicine needs

248-366-4407

1050 Corporate Office Dr., Ste. 100 • Milford

Tues., Wed. 11-6; Thurs 11-7; Sat. 11-5

(Just 2 1/2 miles N. of I-96, behind Baker’s of Milford)

Haircut $8.95 Ladies Special Sunday & Tuesday $11.95 901 Nordic Drive White Lake

248-889-2051

Dr. Michael Montico

SPINAL COLUMN NEWSWEEKLY

OAKLAND FURNITURE SERVICE

Milford Montessori School 2700 E. Commerce • Milford, MI

“We excell in any restoration from an 18th century antique to a modern, durable finish.” White Lake

248-909-8487

Now Taking Enrollment For January

248-685-7600 Infant Through 6th Grade www.milfordmontessorischool.com Schedule a tour & discover the Montessori difference

LAKES EQUIPMENT & SERVICE New Hudson I-96 @ Milford Rd. SALES • SERVICE

Toll Free (888) 440-FORD www.hinespark.com OPEN SATURDAYS

2242 Fyke Dr., Milford

248-231-4083

3955 Ormond Rd. White Lake

Excavating basements. Grading sand and gravel. Septic fields and driveways. Sewer and water.

248-887-1818 Monday thru Sunday 12 p.m. to Closing

LAKELAND EAGLES MILFORD MAVERICKS Trucks and Cars

Reg# F103029

Serving the Lakes Area for Over 30 Years Family Owned & Operated

RADIATOR OUTLET

Highland Tire & Auto Repair

Complete Collision

• Misc. Welding • Glass Work • Radiators 2188 N. Milford Rd. (1-1/2 mi. N. of M-59) Highland, MI 48357

(248) 887-2297 / (248) 887-3397 Fax (248) 887-5004

Riverview Apartments 230 Canal Street Milford

1955 Haggerty Rd.

248-668-1955 Commerce

Michael Gee 248-889-7700 1107 S. Milford Rd. Highland mikegee@allstate.com

2 bedroom, 1 bath starting at $600/mo.

248-302-8629 Beautiful view of Huron River with downtown conveniences!

Towing Available

Custom Building & Renovations

620 N. Milford Rd. • Milford

248-684-4649

COMPLETE AUTO REPAIR TIRE SALES & SERVICE

248-887-2944 • 248-887-3758 7421 Highland Road 1/4 mile east of Alpine Valley Ski Lodge

www.mjwhelan.com

White Lake, MI 48383 Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.

Dry Basements, LLC WE REPAIR •Cracked or Bowed Walls •Concrete Wall Cracks •Red Holes in Poured Walls •Structural Repairs •Work Year ‘Round •Backhoe Work •Interior & Exterior Systems LICENSED & INSURED • WE ENGINEER SYSTEMS TO MEET YOUR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS •

RON HECK

248-420-0116

R E H A B I L I T A T I O N

For a First Class Path to Wellness SPECIALIZING IN PROFESSIONAL CARE IN A FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE

• Comprehensive Spinal Programs • Sports Conditioning and Rehabilitation • Upper and Lower Extremity Programs • Pre and Post Surgical Conditioning • No Waiting Lists MOST INSURANCES ACCEPTED TWO CONVENIENTLY LOCATED CLINICS

MILFORD

1501 N. Milford Road

(248) 676-0666

WATERFORD

5210 Highland Road

(248) 674-9560

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

PAGE 11B

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SEASON PREVIEW â&#x20AC;&#x201C; HOOPS

Eagles, Mavericks, and Vikings Huron Valley Lakeland Head Coach: Mike Head, Seventh Season Assistant Coaches: Mike Leitheim, Stephanie Williamson, Keith Carroll Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Marlayna Malvich (senior forward), Jessica Haren (senior forward/guard), Jessie Clink (senior guard), and Caitlin Wojichowski (senior guard). Since we essentially lost all five starters from last year, I'm looking to these four to seize the opportunity and make their own impact on our program. Each of them has shown that they are ready to lead this team in competitive situations. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Sophomore Dominique Zigo (point guard) is a scoring play-maker who is moving up from JV into a starting role on the varsity this season. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? We always take pride in our defensive effort and physical play. This year's group will

Q Q

Huron Valley Milford Head Coach: Jennifer VanGoethem Third Season Assistant Coach: Andy Hincka Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Claire Slaughter, 5-7 senior Guard: We are returning only five players from last year, so we are looking for Claire to provide leadership to our young team. She will use her athleticism to create offensive opportunities and her hustle to generate turnovers and steals. Paige Smith, 5-3 junior guard: As a second year varsity player, we will look for Paige to be more comfortable running the offense. Lane Andrews, 5-8 junior guard/forward: We are looking forward to a healthy season. We are very excited to see all of her hard work pay off. Her ability to hit some shots will be a great asset to the team. Lindsay Smith, 5-8 junior forward: Lindsay will provide a tough physical presence in the paint. Becky LaPointe, 5-4 senior guard: Becky's work ethic during the summer will show during this season. Her dedication to becoming a better player will be evident. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for?

Walled Lake Central Head Coach: Michelle Fortier,

First Season Assistant Coaches: Jasmine Bennett, Mark Werner

Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Our key returning players will be seniors Kara Birrell, Brianna Krus, Ciara Sims and Alex Vuichard. They each will be expected to lead the program in every area on and off the court. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? It's a little early in the season to tell, but Caitlin and Colleen Starrs should provide additional athleticism to our team as seniors. Joanna Finn and Deja Whitner are two sophomores that will provide needed depth and perimeter scoring for us.. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? I believe we have strength and depth at the guard positions which we hope will allow us to extend our defensive and create opportunities in transition.

Q Q

continue that legacy. We want other teams to account for those two areas (defense and physical play) when preparing to play us. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? Our offensive game will be a work-inprogress. Also, we'll need to find ways to get important minutes from our less experienced players. I'd like to see us become a stronger rebounding team. What are your team's key games on the schedule? The KLAA North Division will be more competitive this year than it has in the past three years; so, every one of those games is important. Before the holiday break, we have tough road games at North Farmington and Macomb Dakota, plus back-to-back games vs. Hartland and Milford.

Maddy Kurtz, 5-7 sophomore guard/forward: As a first-year varsity player, we have high expectations that Maddy will learn quickly and use her ability to play multiple positions. Elise Gustafson, 6-foot freshman center: Elise has a lot to learn but her physical presence will be an immediate impact under the basket. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? Dedication, hard work and the ability to play as a team. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? We are a young team, so we will need to overcome adverse situations. What are your team's goals? We want to improve our record from last year and develop our younger players.

2010-11 Record: 16-5, 8-2

Q Q Q

2010-11 Record: 7-14, 2-8

what areas do you feel that your Q Inteam needs improvement? We can always improve in each area, but our success will be dictated on being able to defend and rebound. What are your team's key games on the schedule? Every game is key on our schedule. We look at each game as an opportunity to get better so that when the conference tournament and state tournament arrive, we are playing our best basketball. What are your team's goals for this season? First and foremost, our approach to this season is to get better every day. We want to be competitive in every game and by the end of the season we'd like to look back and see that we've accomplished that and the results will be a reflection of our efforts.

2010-11 Record: 6-15, 3-7

PAGE 12B

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

SPINAL COLUMN NEWSWEEKLY

HURON VALLEY LAKELAND EAGLES

HURON VALLEY MILFORD MAVERICKS

WALLED LAKE CENTRAL VIKINGS

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN KNIGHTS

Girls – 2011-12 Schedule

Nov. 29 at North Farmington, 7 p.m. Dec. 2 at Fowlerville, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at Dakota, 7 p.m. Dec. 9 vs. Wayne Memorial, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. Hartland, 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at Milford, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 22/23 at KLAA Consolation/Championship, 7 p.m. Feb. 29-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at Milford, TBA.

Nov. 29 vs. Holly, 7 p.m. Dec. 6 at Fenton, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Dec. 28 -29 at Northville Holiday Tournament, TBA. Jan. 6 at Grand Blanc, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 at Howell, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Hartland, 5:30 p.m. Jan. 17 vs. Brighton, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at Pinckney, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 vs. Grand Blanc, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Howell, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Hartland, 5:30 p.m. Feb. 7 at Brighton, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Pinckney, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 22/23 at KLAA Consolation/Championship, 7 p.m. Feb. 29-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at Milford, TBA.

Nov. 29 vs. Pinckney, 7 p.m. Dec. 6 at Novi, 7 p.m. Dec. 9 vs. Northville, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Grand Blanc, 7 p.m. Dec. 21 at WL Holiday Invitational at WL Northern, TBA. Jan. 3 vs. Livonia Franklin, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 vs.Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Walled Lake Northern , 7 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 22/23 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Feb. 29-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at Milford, TBA.

Dec. 6 at Northville, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. Brighton, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Howell, 7 p.m. Dec. 21 at WL Holiday Invitational at WL Northern, TBA. Jan. 6 vs. Walled Lake Western, 6 p.m. Jan. 10 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Walled Lake Western, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 22/23 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Feb. 29-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at Milford, TBA.

WALLED LAKE WESTERN WARRIORS

WATERFORD KETTERING CAPTAINS

Girls – 2011-12 Schedule

Nov. 29 at Novi, 7 p.m. Dec. 2 at Livonia Franklin, 7 p.m. Dec. 6 at Farmington Hills Harrison, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. Howell, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Brighton, 7 p.m. Dec. 19 vs. Livonia Stevenson, 7 p.m. Dec. 21 at WL Holiday Invitational at WL Northern, TBA. Jan. 6 at Walled Lake Northern, 6 p.m. Jan. 10 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 22/23 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Feb. 29-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at West Bloom., TBA.

Nov. 29 at Auburn Hills Avondale, 7 p.m. Dec. 6 vs. Lake Orion, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. Grand Blanc, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Pinckney, 7 p.m. Dec. 26 at Detroit Roundball Classic, TBA. Jan. 6 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 at Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 at Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 at Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 vs. Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 vs. Waterford Mott, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 22/23 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Feb. 29-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at Auburn Hills Avondale, TBA.

WATERFORD MOTT CORSAIRS

WATERFORD OUR LADY OF THE LAKES LAKERS

WEST BLOOMFIELD LAKERS

Girls – 2011-12 Schedule

Nov. 29 at South Lyon East, 7 p.m. Dec. 2 vs. Royal Oak Shrine, 7 p.m. Dec. 6 at Berkley, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. Milford, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Hartland, 7 p.m. Jan. 3 vs. Pontiac, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 at Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 vs. Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 vs. Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 vs. Lakeland, 7 p.m. Jan. 31 at Walled Lake Northern, 7 p.m. Feb. 3 at Waterford Kettering, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Walled Lake Western, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 at Walled Lake Central, 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at KLAA Tournament - 1st Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 16 at KLAA Tournament - 2nd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 20 at KLAA Tournament - 3rd Round, 7 p.m. Feb. 22/23 at KLAA Crossover/Championship, 7 p.m. Feb. 29-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at Auburn Hills Avondale, TBA.

Nov. 29 at Burton Bendle, 7 p.m. Dec. 15 vs. Lenawee Christian, 7 p.m. Dec. 19 vs. Oxford, 7 p.m. Dec. 30 vs. Mt. Pleasant Sacred Heart at Portland High School, 10 a.m. Jan. 2 vs. Royal Oak Shrine, 7 p.m. Jan. 6 vs. Allen Park Cabrini, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 at Ladywood, 7 p.m. Jan. 12 at Marine City Cardinal Mooney, 7:30 p.m. Jan. 20 vs. Cranbrook, 7 p.m. Jan. 23 at Royal Oak Shrine, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at Allen Park Cabrini, 7 p.m. Jan. 30 vs. Cristo Rey, 7 p.m. Feb. 2 vs. Marine City Cardinal Mooney, 7 p.m. Feb. 6 at Cranbrook, 7 p.m. Feb. 8 vs. Dearborn Divine Child, 7 p.m. Feb. 11 at CHSL Quarterfinals, TBA. Feb. 14/15 at CHSL Semfinals, TBA. Feb. 16 at Bloomfield Hills Marian, 7 p.m. Feb. 19 at CHSL Championship, TBA. Feb. 21 vs. Regina, 7 p.m. Feb. 23 vs. Saginaw Nouvel, 7 p.m. Feb. 27-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at Our Lady, TBA.

Dec. 8 at Howell, 7 p.m. Dec. 13 vs. North Farmington, 7 p.m. Dec. 16 vs. Troy, 7 p.m. Jan. 5 at Stoney Creek, 7 p.m. Jan. 10 at Clarkston, 7 p.m. Jan. 13 vs. Pontiac, 7 p.m. Jan. 17 at Southfield, 7 p.m. Jan. 19 vs. Southfield-Lathrup, 7 p.m. Jan. 24 at Auburn Hills Avondale, 7 p.m. Jan. 27 at North Farmington, 7 p.m. Feb. 2 at Troy, 7 p.m. Feb. 7 vs. Stoney Creek, 7 p.m. Feb. 10 vs. Clarkston, 7 p.m. Feb. 16 vs. Pontiac, 7 p.m. Feb. 21 at Southfield-Lathrup, 7 p.m. Feb. 24 vs. Auburn Hills Avondale, 7 p.m. Feb. 29-Mar. 2 at MHSAA Districts at West Bloom., TBA.

We’ve Gone DIGITAL!

Keep up on all the latest scores

If you’d like to receive our full edition in your email box, send your request to: signmeup@thescngroup.com

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

PAGE 13B

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SEASON PREVIEW â&#x20AC;&#x201C; HOOPS

Knights, Warriors, and Captains Walled Lake Northern Head Coach: John Sharpe Tenth Season Assistant Coach: Mike Judon Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Caitlin Crowley (junior guard): Caitlin will play point guard and shooting guard for us this year. She is a great athlete and probably one of the best players in the area. Maria Ropek (senior forward and center): Maria is a four-year varsity starter and we will rely on her to control the boards and score in the paint. Ashlyn Davis (sophomore guard): Ashlyn will be our starting point guard, while also playing shooting guard. All three players will be counted on to be team leaders on and off the floor. All three while contribute greatly to the overall scoring of our team. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Ashley Hitchcock (sophomore guard & forward): Ashley is a great athlete that has very good basketball talent that is going to add a great dimension of scoring and rebounding to the team. Keara Boyle (sophomore center): Keara is a 6-1 center that

Walled Lake Western Head Coach: Dave Walther,

Seventh Season Assistant Coaches: Bob Young, Chris Moore

Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Key players returning are Maddie Schram (junior), Julia Venegas (senior), Brooke Schwandt (junior), and Erickah Woods (junior). All of these players have two years of varsity experience behind them and have worked very hard leading up to the start of the season. They've had a very good off season of hard work and hopefully their efforts will pay off with a much improved season over last year. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Jayla Nichols (freshman), Shelby Turnquist (junior), and Maddie Klein (junior) should add some more hard work and hustle. All three are capable of hitting the three-point shot and do a great job giving the team a needed lift. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition?

Q Q

Waterford Kettering Head Coach: Scott Woodhull,

Third Season Assistant Coaches: Paul Grinnell, Mark Giroux, Allison Sartorious

Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Allison Bicknell (leading scorer); Hannah Huff (All-league and excellent all-around player); Danielle Bohn (very good defender who can hit the 3-pointer); Arjanai Washington (great second half of season, ended up in the top three scorers on the team). Hannah Stinson and Shelby Watts will fight for time in the post. Tailer Roscoe and Taylor Steinhelper bring a variety of talents that make our team better. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Sarah O'Connor (sophomore point guard). She's very good with the ball in her hands and sees the floor great and is a very good defender. Julia Kroll (freshman combination player). She's big enough to play inside but has the skill set to play on the perimeter. Both will be pushing our upperclassmen for playing time. Gabbie Jerome is

will be counted on to control the boards and to be a big presence inside for us this year. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? Our team speed and commitment to team chemistry. This year's team has a great team chemistry that will help us weather any rough patches during the year. What are your team's key games on the schedule? All games, but especially the KLAA North Division teams (Western, Central, Lakeland, Mott and Kettering). What are your team's goals? Twelve wins, a KLAA North Division championship, and a district championship.

Q Q

2010-11 Record: 5-16, 2-8 We have a deep team with quite a bit of talent in different areas. This team has the quickness to play an up-tempo style of play but also the inside-out game to play in the half court. We should match up well with a variety of playing styles this year. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been working hard at focusing on doing the little things that set apart a good team from a great team. Sustaining effort and execution for an entire game has been a primary focus for us. We are hoping to utilize our experience more to help our poise in key moments of a game. What are your team's key games on the schedule? All the North Division games. It's a tough division with two cross-town rivals, as well as a talented Waterford Kettering that we'll face.

a junior who is a tough defender with excellent anticipation. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? Our seniors have done a great job in getting ready for this season, they have been excellent workers and leaders who work to make everyone better. What are your team's key games on the schedule? We play some very good teams early to prepare for the league schedule: We open with Avondale, who is always very competitive. Over Christmas break we are playing two games in the highly-regarded Motor City Roundball Classic. We hope this gives us a good idea of where we are in comparison to high-quality teams and what we need to improve upon.

2010-11 Record: 6-15, 3-7

2010-11 Record: 19-2, 10-0 KLAA North Champs

PAGE 14B

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

SPINAL COLUMN NEWSWEEKLY

John A. Lazar DDS, MS 7300 Highland Rd. Waterford, MI 48327

248-886-0076 www.elgacu.com

4250 Pontiac Lake Rd. Waterford, MI 48328

248.674.3136 Orthodontic Specialist for Children and Adults

ART Outdoor Service, LLC •Snow Removal •Fall Clean-ups •Lawn Maintenance •Landscaping •Boulder Walls

M-59 Big Boy 5834 Highland Rd. Waterford, MI 48327

Fully Insured • Free Estimates

248-625-5719

248-674-4631

MOTT - CORSAIRS KETTERING - CAPTAINS OUR LADY OF THE LAKES - LAKERS

Ski-Doo Service Snowblower Service

PUMP & SUMP PUMP SALES & SERVICE ALL MAKES & MODELS WELL DRILLING Fully Insured STATE LICENSED #63-1856

Mobile 248-310-0917

5272 Dixie Hwy., Waterford

3595 Pontiac Lake Road Waterford, MI 48328

(248) 673-3366

Open 7 Days a Week • 7 a.m.-10 p.m.

248-681-3332

David J. McChesney, D.D.S. David D. Shushtari, D.D.S.

SNOWMOBILES • MX • ATV

COSMETIC & RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY

Discount Prices • Dyno Service Tune-ups, Repairs & Proformance

Phone: 248-674-4659 Mon. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. • Tues. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Wed. 2 p.m.-8 p.m. • Thurs. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Fri. 7 a.m.-3 p.m.

www.todays-smiles.com

248-363-1029

HILLER CHIROPRACTIC Howard Rosenberg D.C. 2081 Hiller Rd. West Bloomfield, MI

Office 248-668-0940 www.WyckoffWellDrilling.com

248-681-6804

2800 Welch • Walled Lake

Good Luck Athletes!

WEST BLOOMFIELD - LAKERS ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARY’S - EAGLETS

AUTOS

4713 Dixie Hwy. • Waterford, MI 48329

Phone 248-674-0663 www.lakesmotorsports.com

Same Day Pick Up

Top $$ Paid for any: Junk • Non-Running • Wrecked

FREE TOWING • 248-467-0396

Custom Trophies Ltd.

LAKES MOTORSPORTS

5155 Dixie Highway Waterford, MI 48329

7215 Cooley Lake Road West Bloomfield, MI 48324

UNWANTED

Oakland Sports Center KTM Parts • Accessories MX & Enduro Specialists

DICK’S LAWN EQUIPMENT CENTER, INC.

3307 Orchard Lake Rd. Keego Harbor, MI 48320

248-681-3191

Need Service? Call Today!

Awards and Engraving

248-431-7661

9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

PAGE 15B

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SEASON PREVIEW â&#x20AC;&#x201C; HOOPS

Corsiars, Lakers, and Lakers Waterford Mott Head Coach: Michelle Sklar Second Season Assistant Coach: Nicole Greer Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? Lauren Hung is a sophomore guard who averaged 9.6 points a game as a freshman. She is great at attacking the basket and a solid all-around player. Rachael Waynick is a junior point guard who got heavy minutes last year. Her experience playing last year will hopefully come into play. She averaged 5.8 points per game. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should watch? Carly Banchiu is a returning starter at the center position. She led the team in rebounding last year averaging 8 rebounds a game. We are looking for Carly to contribute more on the offensive end this season. Claudia Crake and Devin Schomberg should both be key role players. They are both forwards who got a decent amount of minutes on varsity as sophomores. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition?

Q Q

Waterford Our Lady of the Lakes Head Coach: Steve Robak Fifth Season Assistant Coach: Paul Robak Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? We have four returning players that played significant minutes on last year's team and one transfer that will be eligible in January. Carlee Cottrell, senior guard: Carlee was one of our leading scorers last year. Ava Doetsch: junior guard: Ava is a very good all-around player and we plan to use her speed on offense and strength on defense. Lexie Robak, junior guard: Lexie was our best 3-point shooter last season and has excellent range. Jessica Parry, junior guard: Jessica came off the bench last year and provided energy and rebounding instantly. Her motor is always running. Tori Duffey, senior guard: Tori transferred to Lakes last April from Walled Lake Central. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should watch? We have seven new players to the varsity this year and it will be interesting to see who comes out of this group to provide us important minutes in a role situation.

West Bloomfield Head Coach: Steve Larkin Fourth Season Assistant Coach: Steve Nemer Who are your key returning players on your team this Q season and what should we expect out of them? We return three starters from last year's team and these three were three of our top four scorers from last year's team. They are Ashley Zeigler (junior), Sydni Davis (junior), and Kheri Motley (junior). These three guards are very talented and we will rely on them heavily throughout this season. Who are some up-and-coming players on your team that we should be on the lookout for? Ryan Whitaker, Jenny Cabaravdic, Melissa Christenson, and Alaina Skotak are seniors who were on the team last year but will be put in starting or leading positions this year. All are good ball players and will be counted on. What do you believe are your team's biggest strengths that will set you apart from the competition? We are very skilled at the guard position. Kheri Motley and Sydni Davis, who are

Q Q

We are athletic and should be able to get up and down the court and also defend. We are returning six varsity players who all got a lot of playing time last season. This being their second year of running our offense and playing in the same system we are hoping to see a lot of improvement. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? Our biggest weakness is size and rebounding. What are your team's key games on the schedule? Our first league game against Lakeland. I think all league games are important, and of course the Kettering game. What are your team's goals for this season? To finish in the top two in our division and to finish at least .500.

Q Q Q

We are expecting Anna Robb, a sophomore guard, to provide good defense and to use her speed on offense to get up the floor for easy baskets. We'll need one or two from this group to provide the defense, rebounding and energy we lost from last year's team. In what areas do you feel that your team needs improvement? Rebounding is going to be a huge key. We are a very small team, so if our girls don't make it a focus to rebound, we lose the advantage of using our team speed. When we do rebound, we are athletic and know how to get the ball. What are your team's key games? Our biggest game in the league is Cardinal Mooney, but we also have tough non-league games to help get us ready for the post-season, including Divine Child, Regina, Ladywood, and Saginaw Nouvel.

2010-11 Record: 4-17, 4-16

juniors, have been starting on the varsity since their freshman year and I think the experience coupled with their competitiveness gives us an advantage. Other guards like Ashley Zeigler and Melissa Christenson are athletic and will allow us to play a fast tempo style, which I like. The other starters all have played varsity previously, which is comforting as a coach knowing that the girls understand coaches' expectations. What are your team's key games on the schedule? We moved up a division this year after going 17-5 last year in the OAA White Division. We are now playing in the OAA Red division with opponents like Clarkston, Pontiac, Southfield Lathrup and Avondale. These games will test us each night.

2010-11 Record: 22-5, 7-1 MHSAA Class D state champions

2010-11 record: 17-5, 11-3

PAGE 16B

www.spinalcolumnonline.com

SPINAL COLUMN NEWSWEEKLY

VISIT to our SHOWROOM •Doors & Doorwalls •Roofing •Windows •Insulation •Siding •Patio Enclosures

Fuel Bonus

RING all of your other FREE ESTIMATES

VISIT OUR SHOWROOM

6000 Williams Lk. Rd. • Waterford

248.623.6666 800.875.8437

With a signed contract of $2500 or more you will receive $1 of FREE GAS for every mile driven.

OMPARE our PRODUCTS to theirs Then We will BEAT your LOWEST ESTIMATE by...

UP TO

with our Comparable Products

GUARANTEED

w w w.T h e r m a l S h i e l d W i n d o w s . c o m