Finalists chosen for Ironman Canada
Kelowna, Whistler and Huntsville, Ont., are the three finalists to host the 2013 Ironman Canada. The World Triathlon Corporation made the announcement on its website. Selection was based on criteria stated in a bid process that closed on Sept. 24. Seven communities made a bid. Ironman staff will now conduct in-depth visits to the final three communties and then an announcement on the host will be made by mid-October.
Bantam Vees make comeback
The Smile Enhancement Bantam Tier 2 Vees opened their regular season with a come-from-behind 4-3 win over Vernon. After falling behind 2-0, the Vees worked hard and were rewarded by scoring the winning goal with 30 seconds remaining in the third on the power-play. Leading the way for the Vees was Josh Maser with a goal and an assist. Also scoring for the Vees were Raphael Bassot, Myles Thibodeau and Mike MacLean. Alyck Coombes was solid in the net. The Bantam Vees head to Port Moody this weekend to attend a tournament.
Quest are kings of men’s slo pitch
Quest defeated Freak Supplements to claim the Penticton men’s slo-pitch championship. Freak Supplements had to come from the bottom tiering of the A division after they lost to Eclipse. They then defeated Sports Freaks, Eclipse and the Raptors to earn the championship berth.
Summerland and Penticton ladies golf
Vijai Vaagen and Carol Mulligan tied for first in the first flight of the stableford format at the Summerland Golf and Country Ladies Club. Doris Tower was second, while Catrina Kim and Val Eibner tied for third. In the second flight, Helen Benallick placed first, Ev Crane tied for second with Monique Sadler and Anka Manders third.
Lorna Wyslouzie show a 64 to win the Better Nine/Daiquiri Doll (low net) event at the Penticton Golf and Country Club. Following Wyslouzie is Gail Benedictson with a 69. In the in the best nine front or back less half handicap format, Marleen Tymofievich won shooting 34.5. There was a three-way tie for second between Lori Hickey, Janice Clary and Jean Arnett at 35.5.
