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Show Davis County Clipper A8 Thursday, October 21, 1999 SportsTcommentary Si; flaDsti, fouott EDans CaDaotraft pFfls Duem d3usini)gjaQ Dime mice s(ed As youre reading this column. I am most likely at Cottonwood High School watching Davis County's last two remaining teams in the girl's soccer tournament. Bountiful and Layton. More importantly, and more pertinent to this column, is I'm probably really enjoying myself. If you're asking yourself why I'm letting you in on my enjoyment of something as exciting as playoff soccer, well, let me explain myself. You see, and this may come as quite a shock to many of you. just because one is the sports guy, doesn't mean that said individual is completely educated, and has total love and appreciation for ev ery single sport on earth. What I'm saying is. soccer has never really been my thing. It's not that I've ever hated soccer. I haven't. I've just never really payed a whole lot of attention to it. Growing up. my idols were people like Bo Jackson. Clyde Drexler and Kirby Puckett. I could have nev er even told you who Alexis Lalas or any other professional soccer player was. In fact. I'll admit to being such a soccer ignoramus. that in a sports trivia contest, my answer to every soccer question would be."Pele? Needless to say. I am an uneducated soccer spectator. and many of you more know ledgeable soccer fans may have been able to detect this in my coverage. If at anytime I have not succeeded in fooling you. and not given a team the credit they deserve. I apologize. But, Braves. It is utterly impossible for a team at any level of any sport to dominate the way the Braves did in Region 5. Covering the Woods Cross Wildcats, while their sidelines looked like a makeshift hospital ward, proved to me the desire and love these girls have for this game. I what would like to do, is extend level some of personal thanks and gratitude to the girls of got the chance to cover the Vikings of I Davis County who are involved in varsity soccer. For you have indeed turned me into a person with a much larger appreciation of the sport than I had ever imagined I would develop. With the girls soccer season in full swing just as I took this job, I have been given the opportunity to watch more soccer in the last month, than I have in my entire life. And what better place to be given a first experience with the sport than Davis County? Although I can't say that this county has provide me with the best soccer I've ever seen (remember I haven't seen that much). I can say it's shown me some of the most competitive and athletic sporting events I've seen. Let's take a look back at some of the teams I've been fortunate enough to see in the past month. Of course. I have to mention the Bountiful Viewmont in a game against Skyline. This game was more physical and tough than many boxing matches I've viewed. The Vikings however, were able to the Eagles and display how soccer games are won. Being at the last game of the season for the Davis Darts was hands down, one of the most g life. of my experiences a in lost sudden death Darts the Unfortunately overtime to Brighton. I only was able to see the Lancers play once, but I'm sure I'll be seeing them win today and in the State Finals. So basically, what I'm trying to say is, the girls who play soccer in Davis County, whether or not their teams had great years, accomplished one thing. They succeeded in taking a guy who knew virtually nothing about their sport, and may have never given it a chance, and turned around his attinerve-rackin- MIKE PAGE of Gart Sports in Bountiful displays some of this year's hunting gear. Photo by Jordan Livingston HUNT tude. continued from A7 I now carry a great deal of respect and admiration for the level of athleticism, toughness and talent that comes with this game, and I thank you. dress for the occasion. It is required of all hunters to wear 400 square inches of hunter orange on the back, chest and head. Along with the right color of clothing, it's imperative to wear enough clothing for the event. Hunters should always dress in layers, which allows them to regulate body temperature by adding or removing clothes as needed. If hunters are drinking alcohol w hile camping, it is absolutely essential that they do so responsibly. The Division of Wildlife strongly endorses the theory that alcohol and gunpowder don't mix? Hunters should never handle a firearm after Clearfield Falcons and Davis Darts battle for key last game of season A Davis win would create a three-wa- y tie for second place BY JORDAN LIVINGSTON Clipper Today Sports Editor The fate of the season for three teams in Region One football could lie in the hands of a single game on Friday when the Clearfield Falcons will travel south to Kaysville to meet up with their longtime rivals the Davis Darts. "We're telling our kids that this is the game of the season." said Clearfield head coach Randy-J- hnson. The importance of the game can be found in the region records of Clearfield. Davis and the Northridge Knights. Being the last game of the regular season, a Dart win would leave all three teams with a 2 record, and tie for second therefore, a three-wa- y place. If this happens, the second, third and fourth place spots will be determined by a mere flip of a coin, forcing the fourth place team to play its first playoff game on the road. Even if the region seeds weren't on the line, the annual game between 4-- these two teams always proves to be a struggle. This is a big rivalry" said Johnson. "Clearfield and Davis has always As long as he's the best of the healthy, he's really stepped it up when he's had to, says Dickson. Also a factor for the Darts is been sophomore a big game." The Falcons are expecting things to go their way. as they are having an excellent season, picking up their only loss in the region to the Skyline Eagles, who so far have proven quarterback Kellen Fowler, who is not only playing well at the QB position, but has come with some great defensive play as well. He had several tackles and an important unbeatable. The Darts are coming off a close loss last week to the Knights. Although Davis gave a strong showing. pain has slowed them late-seas- down. "One of the things we need to do, some players healthy? says is get Davis coach Jim Dickson. The Darts are playing with lingering injuries to starters Bryce Stevenson and Jeremy Alvord. both receiving limited minutes in recent games. Without Stevenson and Alvord getting the minutes it takes. Davis has need to get some inspiration from somewhere, and they've got it in the form of senior running back Joe Toone. Toone has had several strong starts recently, becoming known for explosive rushes, including a kickoff return for a touchdown on Friday. interception on defense against Northridge last week. "I think he played as good as he has all year? said Dickson. He's getting better every week? Davis plays a quick offensive game, generating their scoring with rigid ball control, and good field position. The more we can keep our offense on the field, and their defense off the better? said Dickson. We need to keep their offense off the field? A sophomore starting at quarterback is not something that Johnson and his Falcons are exactly taking lightly. The kid throws accurately, and plays with a lot of confidence? he said. The Falcons are coming off a nonregion loss to the Orem Tigers last week in a 3 game. Clearfield was unable to muster a whole lot of offense, getting their only points off a field goal from their solid kicker, junior Jon Hislop. We didn't execute very well, and we turned the ball over too many times? said Johnson. Our passing game hasn't been what we want it to be yet. but we hope to get it there? Clearfield plans to counter Dav is' offense with a sharp defense. "We've got to play real sound 42-ya- aggressive defense? says Johnson. We need to tackle as good as we can and read them real well? With a victory for the Falcons, they will get to keep second place in Region One all to themselves, while Davis will fall to fourth place behind Northridge. Despite either team's record, or what they stand to gain or lose, this rivalry' alone is enough to expect a competitive, driven game on the field. According to Dickson, it's anyone's STEEL TUBE Clipper Today Sports Writer In the first game, the Vikings jumped out to a 1 lead before the Colts battled back to tie the game at eleven. Viewmont then took control and went on to the victory. We had a big lead and then let them (Cottonwood) back into the game? said Salvo. We still need to learn how to finish strong? 9-- BOUNTIFUL - In a key Region 1 girl's volleyball match. Viewmont hosted Cottonwood Tuesday afternoon. Coming into the game, the Vikings a win to keep their state playoff hopes alive. Viewmont rose to the 3 challenge as they earned a needed 15-1- 15-1- victory. This was a total team effort? said Viewmont coach Lori Salvo. The girls are responding well during the game. In the past, if something bad happened, the girls didn't respond. Now. if we get blocked, we turn around and block them. If the other team gets a good hit. we hit well. The girls are really starting to gel? Viewmont took a advantage in the second only to have Cottonwood come back for a 3 lead. The Vikings rallied to go up 4 and never trailed again as the Vikes picked up a big vic3-- 0 4-- 5-- tory. I'm extremely pleased with all the girls? said coach Salvo. Kristen (Crockett). Tyler (Donahue) and Brooke (Green) were outstanding. They did an excellent job? Crockett had seven kills and fiv e digs while Donahue had 17 assists and SHEDS, BARNS sTsvT" SQUARERECTANGLE & HOMES Cover your own with STEEL su 0utid9 Dimension, 2-1- 2, 3, SHEETS eU--?q- Galvanized 37e Gray - Tan - Beige 46 s.f. White METALMART - LIMITED QTYS BUY NOW CLOSEOUTS CUSTOM LENGTHS DELIVERY AVAILABLE I Visit our Web sites! 1200 E. 100 S. LEHI, UT Call For FREE StockPrice List! game. si Green 42e s.f. 4, 5, 6 2, www.mcfrugal.com www.metalsales.com 7-- FROM NORTHERN UTAH'S NURSERY OF CHOICE E Viewmont beats C'Wood, get one step closer to State BY LYNN AVERETT consuming alcohol, and never give alcohol to someone who's cold. Instead of rewarming the person, alcohol will make them colder. Although this season is looking to be one of Utah's most successful hunts, the most meaningful thing to keep in mind is enjoy ing the company of family and friends, and have a safe and enjoyable hunting and camping experience, regardless of the numbers hunters may come home with. Enjoy the entire experience of the hunt. says Lenny Rees, hunter education coordinator for the Div ision of Wildlife. Good friends, a good camp, a chance to observe wildlife and the beautiful state we live in are all things deer hunters are fortunate enough to enjoy during their time afield? m five digs. Green contributed seven kills and five digs. Also playing well was Stacey Blum, Tamarie Jewett, Lori Ttllotson and Melanie Jenson. With the victory, Viewmont improved to 5 while Cottonwood fell to 6 in region. To make the state tournament, the Vikings need one win in the three remaining games. This afternoon, Viewmont hosts Layton (8-in Region 1 action. Next week, the Vikes close out their season at home with games against Skyline and Davis next week. I believe that we're coming together as a team? said Salvo. This is the time to do it, just before the playoffs. The girls have a more positive attitude and they believe in 4-- 5-- I STATUARY, FOUNTAINS, BENCHES, ARBORS I I I I LAWN I FERTILIZERS I I I I Present coupon at time ot purchase I IRtl'-n- U Good thru Not H valid with any other special I LHU K jC 111 C. offers. While supplies last. Present coupon at time of purchase Good thru Not valid with any other special offers. While supplies last. i 9. OFFER OF THE FALL SEASON! 0)P Utah Blitzz holding open tryouts - SALT LAKE The Utah Blitzz begin a six month process to select their team. Open tryouts will be held Friday and Saturday Noverber and 6 at the West Jordan Soccer Complex from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Players will be required to by October 30 in order to participate. 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Any questions regarding these tryouts, contact Chris Agnello at CLOSED SUNDAYS DARTS continued from A7 We have had to stick together to make this season a good one? Egan has the only varsity experience on the squad this year, so she had tried to do many things. All I have tried to do is help them to set the tone and it's time to answer the bell and help us win? she said. Sophomore Erin Conway feels that she can help the team with her serves. One of the most important things I can do is to never miss a serve? she said. I have to concentrate, because the games are a lot more different from junior high to the high school level? 3 DAYS ONLY! All SALE! RNAL NO HOLD 6484 S. 2000 E South Ogden (Uintah) ihnmHiiniiihinrti LIMITED ORDERS TO STOCK KALI ENDS ON NJUH) OCl 23, 1838 |