1982 Elmvale Angels Softball Team Quotes

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"The Angels have proved that a small town can compete with larger centres like Agincourt or Burlington.  We’re fortunate to have Anna Storie as pitcher, Brenda Columbus as Shortstop, Deb Charman on First Base and Tricia Downey on Second.  We know for a fact that any of those girls could make Senior A teams, and we’re lucky to have them here in Elmvale.  A solid team backs up these stars, a team of good intermediate ball players.   I feel confident that any one of them can play well in any position.  That’s why we can dominate the Barrie league.”  John Brown, Coach

"Every player from the youngest (17 year old Second baseman Angie Kirton) to the oldest made a contribution,.  He singled out pitchers Anna Storie, the tourney’s most valuable player and Jo-Anne McGinnis for special kudos, along with hard-hitting Kelly Grantham and Debbie Smith.  However, he also recognized the efforts of such players as designated hitter, Bonnie VanCastern – ‘she’s our motivator.  She never gets uptight” – and Jeannie Fox, who helped set the stage for the title game win with some strong work as a designated hitter." John Brown, Coach

"Many people have contributed to the Angels success.  Joan Player, President of the team, Co-coaches Annette Craddock and Tom McLellan, Mrs. Vollick, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Reynolds, Smokey Vollick, Paul Rowat, Lou Turner and Marvin Graham are among those he cited for their continuing support.  ‘They’re always there when you need them.  Our operation is much better run than a city team.  To have cooperation like we have, in a small community, makes you feel more important, keeps your own interest keen, and it’s good for the whole community.  The whole community gives us super support.”  John Brown, Coach

 

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