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Big Boyz tournament draws about 400 anglers By Greg Coulter Wheatley Harbour ended the month of July exactly as it started — with a hub of activity. From July 28 through August 1, the Southwest Outdoors Club (SWOC) played host to their annual walleye and salmon tournament. Over 400 anglers set their lines in hopes of reeling in the big one and taking home a share of the purse, totalling over $8,000. Up for grabs was the top payout of $1,500 for each of the longest catch in the two categories, with nine more payouts up for the taking. Daily long catch for each species also figured in the prize money. With the assistance of many sponsors, the big winner, however, is the youth of the area that are interested in outdoor nature activities. The club’s objective with funds raised is to promote sustainable hunting and fishing activities. Their popular spring show features a large fishing pond set up for youngsters to try their luck. They also host their free kids fishing derby at the Wheatley Harbour each July. This event normally features a mountain of prizes for fishing prowess, free draws, and free lunch. The club also has partnered with three area schools to introduce students to archery. Club member Don Wigle says, “We always have the kids in mind when we host these events.” Bill Rutter, left, took home top prize in the salmon category with his salmon that was over 30 inches. Jacob Harms, right, took the top walleye prize. The two anglers received $1,500 for their efforts. SUN photo by Greg Coulter
Erie Shores senior men’s golf
The youngest winner of this year’s derby — Justin Turcotte — snagged a prize for fifth place in the walleye category.
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Erie Shores Senior Golf League enjoyed a good day of golf on July 25 with 46 golfers in attendance. The winning team with a score of 129 was Dave Binder, Derek Horop, Rob Toyne and Joseph Youssef. In second place at 130 were Ross Clark, Jerry Mallard, Wray Pollock and John Rutgers. In third, also at 130 but placed by retrogression, were Gary Alderson, Ron Tremblay, Cecil Mendel and Bob Sutherland. Fourth place, also at 130, went to Jim Bleasby, Fred Klassen, Guy McIntyre and Heinz Kosempel. The three low net golfers were Jerry Mallard 67, Cecil Mendel 68 and John
Rutgers 68. The draw winners were Wray Pollock and Richard Reive. Closest to the hole on #3 was Jerry Mallard and on #16 John Rutgers. Longest putt on #5 was Joseph Youssef and on #13 Bill Rutgers. John Rutgers had the low round at 76, followed by Jerry Mallard 78 and Kevin Shaften 79. Bill Rutgers birdied the fourth hole. Stefan Kowal, Matt Dick, and John Rutgers had birds on #6. John also had one on #16. Joe Youssef and Jerry Mallard birdied the 8th. Jerry also had a bird on the 9th. Kevin Shaften birdied #10, Ron Tiessen #11, Ken Luxford #12 and Richard Leslie #18.
DO YOU WANT TO HONOUR A LOCAL VETERAN?
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Leamington Veteran’s Banner Project is open for applications (until August 1)
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The Hometown Heroes Committee will meet in August to review applications, at which time we will ask you for a photo of the veteran, then the banner is created in time for hanging in uptown Leamington from Thanksgiving until Remembrance Day. Reach out by email to mark@southpointsun.ca or call 519-398-9098 for more information.
