Sports

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Joe Beaubien (second from left) and his sons, Luke (left) and Cole, take a break from boating at the Libra Marina’s new tiki bar. With the fleeting days of summer passing us by, many local boaters and outdoor recreation types are squeezing in the final days of seasonal fun. Being on the water can reduce stress for a number of reasons and put one in touch with the beauty of nature and one of man's most cherished resources. Within the greater Downriver/Dearborn vicinity, there is no lack of water, … [Read more...] about Wyandotte marina is part of the Downriver water scene

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Local talent on the Fighting Irish junior hockey league team includes Kyle Kablinski and Josh Brown of Dearborn Heights and Jarrad Vroman of Lincoln Park. Summer is half over and before you know it, the fall and winter hockey season will be upon us. Some of he latest local hockey news in the greater Downriver/Dearborn area is that the Midest Junior Hockey League has a team that will be playing in the Allen Park Civic Arena during the 2013-14 season. A new team, the Detroit Fighting Irish, is making … [Read more...] about Midwest Jr. Hockey League team moves to Allen Park Civic Arena

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Eric Biegajski (left) gives pitching tips to John Delpizzo. As time goes by, some of those who are oldest in the coaching profession decide to retire, spend more time with their family or let the younger up-and-coming coaches take their place. One such scenario of this type looks to be shaping up in Dearborn Heights. Eric Biegajski plans on being a full-time baseball coach in the future. The Dearborn Heights product is already working with a neighborhood youngster who has potential. "I love … [Read more...] about Ex-Crestwood baseball player coaches kids

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Joe Richter (left) and his father, Mike Richter, were happy to claim the first place trophy at the Wyandotte Boat Ramp Walleye Tournament July 13. The beaming faces of father and son were unmistakable when the two were declared winners. Mike Richter and his son, Joe, were winners of the second annual Wyandotte Ramp Walleye Tournament July 13. Both anglers, who hail from Wyandotte, caught a three-fish total weight of 8.5 pounds. That was good enough to edge out their closest competition. "My dad … [Read more...] about Father-son anglers win Wyandotte walleye tourney

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Assistant Operations Manager Adam Bailey of Taylor runs the pro shop at Taylor Meadows Golf Club. It is fortunate for all of the local men, women and youngsters who like to golf that quanity and quality are psrt of the golf course scene in the greater Downriver/Dearborn vicinity. Golf is a sport that can be fun for all ages. One of the local facilities for duffers is the Taylor Meadows Golf Club, one of two courses owned by the city of Taylor. The Meadows is at 25360 Ecorse Road, between … [Read more...] about Check out Taylor Meadows Golf Course

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Bill Wopinsky, 76, of Dearborn Heights, still plays golf on a regular basis at Warren Valley Golf Course. Dearborn Heights is home to the Warren Valley Golf Course, a large complex that is part of the Wayne County Parks system. The golfing mecca is located at 26116 Warren Road, west of Beech Daly. Senior golfers dot the 36-hole golf course on most weekdays. Seniors get out there early in the morning and start moving that little white ball all around the course. Bill Wopinky, a 76-year-old duffer … [Read more...] about Senior golfers head for Warren Valley course

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Jim Saskewitch of Dearborn Heights scouts the Detroit River as he gets in practice for the Wyandotte Boat Ramp Walleye Tournament July 13. Getting hooked on fishing is a common practice for many anglers in the greater Downriver/Dearborn area. Official entries in the Wyandotte Boat Ramp Walleye Tournament began this past weekend and runs through the first 12 days of July. George Cambell, manager of the boating facility, said the event is limited to the U.S. side of the Detroit River, meaning … [Read more...] about Anglers getting ready for Boat Ramp Walleye tourney

Photo by Daniel Gretzner Howard Hill puts practice golf balls on the shelf at the Lakes of Taylor starter house. The city of Taylor owns and operated the Lakes of Taylor Golf Club. It is an 18-hole golf course open to the public. This sprawling complex includes a clubhouse, driving range, certified golf instructor, pro shop and starter house. Last week, I visited the recreational sporting facilities, at 25505 Northline Road in Taylor. Shooting par for the 18 holes is a total of 72 strokes with 9 hole par being 36 and … [Read more...] about Lakes of Taylor beckons