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Show Page JUNE 4, 1986 6 Berwald brothers net success Mike can become as good as he wants to become. He will probably reach whatever goal he sets for himself. But he knows, like most of his competition knows, that its tough out there to win and win and win. He may become a better tennis player by next spring but still not go as far, there are so many things that could happen. My personal opinion is that the Berwalds as a family have their priorities straight. Yes, tennis is number one to a certain degree, but 1 dont think Mike lives and dies with it. He loves to ski and do other By KEITH DUNCAN Sports Editor All -- Stars to play Monday business enterprises, this years By KEITH DUNCAN Sports Editor Baseball players from Clearfield, Layton and Davis High Schools will be hoping to land a spot this week on the annual Utah North-Sout- h High School Baseball rosters. The announcements on who will participate should come this week. The annual Utah North-Sout- h BaseHigh School All-Stball game, featuring a new site and an expanded format from previous years, has been scheduled to be played in Brigham City on Monday, June 9 at Reese Park. 4-- A All-St- 3-- A ar 4-- A 3-- A or - will feature a doubleheader, rather than just one game which has always been the norm in previous years. Instead of This years games, in this case game all-st- ar -- - -- game, the new format calls for two seveninning contests. And since John Affleck park, conthe site of the annual test since its inception in the 1950s has been torn down in favor of new one nine-innin- all-st- ar g all-st- games will be played at Reese Park in Brigham City for the first time. All-stofficials had hoped to play this years games at the new Ogden baseball complex which is ar currently under construction, but that facility will not be ready in time to host this years games. committee However, the plans to play the game at the Ogden complex in future years, beginning all-st- ar with 1987. This years first game, beginning at 6 p.m., will feature class 3-- A stars from throughout the state, confollowed by a class test which will start 30 minutes following the conclusion of the first game, or at approximately 8:30 all-st- ar 4-- p.m. The North squad will be coached by Ben Lomonds Roger Howell and will include players from Regions 5 and 6, while the South stars will be guided by Jim Nelson of Spanish Fork and will include players from Region 7 and 3-- A all-st- 3-- A 8. coached North The by Weber Highs Glenn Prisk, will 4-- A s, be comprised of players from ReSouth gions 1 and 4, with the squad coached by Bingham's Brad Bevan and featuring players from Regions 2 and 3. The games will showcase a total of 52 of the top graduating 4-- A all-st- ar senior baseball players from throughout the state. Each team will be comprised of players, including two pitchers and a designated hitter, plus at least one other player with pitching experience who may be called on to pitch in relief if necessary. Pitchers may pitch a maximum of four innings, rather than the maximum 13 of three innings which were allowed in the past. Tickets for this years games are priced at $3 for adults and $1 for children 12 years of age and younger. Tickets have already gone on sale at the Ogden City Recreation Division office, 1220 23rd Street, with proceeds from the games being donated toward improving junior baseball and softball programs in the Ogden area. gCHOOLS LAYTON -- - At Layton High's athletic awards ceremony a few weeks ago, the Lancers veteran tennis coach Dave Nielson made the comment that his schools tennis prowess may be more respected around the state than it is right at home. "People around the state respect us for our tennis more than the people who are within our own walls, said Nielson who has no gripe, but thought it interesting. "We just go about our tennis in a rather quiet way around the school. none-the-le- ss things. The entire family Theyre ed Laytons deserved respect primarily stems from a pair of brothers, Mike and Chuck Berwald, who have done more than their share of impressing tennis enthusiasts around the state. Chuck graduated a few years ago as a Lancer and is now playing collegiate tennis at the University of Idaho. Now its Mike, who just completed his junior year, who is aceing Region One competition and holding a strong stand among state players. "Its definitely been the Ber-wal(Chuck and Mike) who have brought us notoriety, said Nielson, "But weve had others too. Kids like Yergen Polar, Tim Mor-riBrian and Scott McNabb and others havent done anything to douse our state-wid- e respect. But Nielson confirmed that the Berwalds have been the leaders and the main attractions. Mike won the Region One singles title back on May 12 at Roy High School in very easy fashion. It was a breather as he demolished Jamie Vogt of Box Elder But Mikes name got the most e, 6-- 1, 6-- 2. respect at the state tournament held traditionally at Liberty Park. The youngest of the Berwalds with three reached the other juniors. Thats where he eraned a victory over the talented Jeff Wiechers of Hillcrest. The Deseret News Doug Robinson termed Berwalds semi win the tournaments biggest upset. In the championship match, Berwald lost to Highlands Peter In that Johnson 6 championship match however, Berwald was putting together what appeared another upset when he went up over Johnson in the first set. That kind of play in the state tournament does nothing to tarnish a respected image. semi-fina- 5-- 7, ls 7-- 6-- 3, 6 (7-- 4-- A 7-- 6-- FIRST PLACE WINNERS in the student choice art show at Central Davis Junior High include, front from left, Melinda McLain, ninth grade painting; and Clark Blamires, eighth grade drawing. Back from left are Bryan Robinette, eighth grade painting; Wendy Blood, ninth grade drawing; and Clay Pataine, ninth grade crafts. (7-3- ), 6-- 3. 5 Mike, who moved with his family to Layton in 1974 from Minnesota, is the son of Charles Berwald, a local physician. Mr. Berwald has helped his sons monetarily over the years to be active members of the Ogden Athletic Club. Its at the Ogden facility that Mike and Chuck both get a lot of extra playing time. Through the years theyve become active members of the Intermountain Tennis Association which includes a area, along with some of the six-sta- MIKE BERWALD was happy however that tennis got a little more mention at a school where a minor sport like his usually takes a backseat to bigger sports. It was nice to see tennis get a little recognition when I did well at state, he said, But we dont need a lot of fanfare, one way or the other. Coach Nielson, who added that his school has dominated the Snow College Invitational for years, said further, "The kids at our school dont know what is going on and its hard to blame them because tennis is such an individual thing. But our reputation is known around the state, thats for sure. The question undoubtedly pops up of just how good is Mike Berwald. After all he zoomed into the championship match as just a junior, so the future must hold unlimited possibilities. Nielson defined Berwalds position better than anyone could. When you start talking about good, its such a relative thing. If you're talking about good in northern Utah, kids like Berwald will do well, maybe even exceptional. Even in the intermountain area hell excell. Then some people say, just how much better can you get? Well its simple, when most of our good kids go to the nationals, 4-- A theyget hammered, absolutely hammered. When you talk about good, is impressive. like a lot of tennis are players super well-roande- d, not. They take time off to go fishing together as a family back to Minnesota and do many other things together. "Tennis isn't a do or die' situation with them. Mike even took timelast fall to play golf with our gold team. Hes not the greatest golfer in the land, but he had a lot of fun. I seriously believe that Mike will play college tennis, but I believe hes got his priorities straight and that pro tennis isnt as much a goal as people might think. Im looking forward to playing this summer, said Berwald, Ill play in some local tournaments around and try to get a shot at a national tournament. I love the sport enough that I'd like to earn a college scholarship with it someday. The youngest Berwald possesses an easy-goin- g personality and is described by his peers and his teachers as a class-guHe not only loves tennis, but must be good with the books too. He was one of nine Layton High students who teamed up this past year to help the school win the Academic Olympics which ine cluded competition. He carries a 3.5 or better gap. One of the finest things about Mike was his ability to be tolerant and patient with the rest of the team this year, said Nielson. Nobody else on the team has his kind of talent, but Mike stuck in there and helped them. The kids could have been intimidated by him but in the long run they turned out to be some of his best friends. state-wid- KaysviUe woman honored KAYSVILLE--Kaysville coed is among 20 Eastern Washington University students receiving the highest honor bestowed upon its graduates. Barbara D. Bennett will receive the Mary Shields Wilson Medallion award in June 13 graduation ceremonies and a medal and certificate the evening before. A Barbara is obtaining her B.A. in social work. Those honored with the award have distinguished themselves by their qualities of leadership, service to the university andor service to the community, a university news release indicates. In addition, recipients must have maintained a GPA of 3.5 or more. te finest comeptition among the youth ranks. I think I started playing tennis seriously at seven or eight years old, said Mike, and it was Brad Lowe at the club (Ogden Athletic Club) who taught me everything. Not only has Lowe taught him a lot, but some of the battles with big brother Chuck have gone a long ways too. Chuck has been spending a little more time closer to home as of late because of an injured ankle which forced him to redshirt this year. About his heroics in the state tur-ne- y in May, Mike had this to say. All of the guys in the semi-finawere in the same age group, which I thought was interesting. Wiechers had beaten me a couple of times and 1 had beaten him, so I knew I had a chance if I just played my best. In the championship match I lost a few breaks and (Peter) Johnson went on to do well. Johnson is a good player and I respect him. Mike, who doesnt go out of his way to look for excess publicity. ls MEMBERS OF THE North Layton Junior High National Honor Society committee are, front from left, David Blamires, Gia Viscardi, Derek Nielsen and Ginger Watts. Back from left are Jay Applegate, Daneka Sorensen, Tammy Williams and Lisa McEwan. Reflections winners By ELISA HANNEY - KAYSVILLE Many students at Kaysville Junior High entered in this years Reflection contest. From Libertys View was the theme. The winners in the categories of art, music, and literature are as follows: Art. 1st place, Ty Jaques; 2nd, Jared Sanders; 3rd, Stacey Willey. Music, 1st, Doug Brewer; 2nd, - Jayann D. Mansfield, Layton, has completed requirements for a master of education degree in instructional technology at Utah State University. Mansfield, a daughter of Mr. and COME TO THE BANK FOR YOUR LOAOl Carolyn Johnstone. Literature, 1st, Wade Dorius; 2nd, Chris Snell; 3rd, Nathan Peck. At the Council level the winners are as follows: 2nd, Chris Snell, Literature; 1st, Doug Brewer in music; and fourth place, Carolyn Johnstone in music. At the state level the winner was Doug Brewer, honorable mention ON NEW OR USED AUTOS Youll receive friendly, personal service - - - so call us soon for interest rates and terms. in music. 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