When Listowel’s offense begins to match up more consistently with its nightly defensive efforts, the Junior Cyclones are going to be a force to be reckoned with in the GOJHL’s Midwestern Conference.
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Ironmen cruise to pair of home victories
The Wingham Ironmen stabilized their early-season record with a pair of wins over two opponents currently behind them in the PJHL North Pollock Division standings last weekend.
Lancers opens OEHL season with loss to Royals
The Lucknow Lancers did not get off to the start they were looking for in the inaugural season of the OEHL, dropping their home opener to the Tavistock Royals by a score of 5-1 on Saturday night.
Drives drop first games of inaugural OEHL campaign
The Milverton Four Wheels Drives senior hockey club didn’t get off to the start it had been hoping for in the inaugural Ontario Elite Hockey League (OEHL) season, dropping a pair of decisions to open the 2023-24 campaign 0-2-0.
U13LL Cyclones tame Mad Dogs in pre-season action
Listowel U13 LL forward Wade Van Allen slices into the offensive zone during the third period of his squad’s Oct. 13 matchup against the Minto Mad Dogs at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex. Listowel rallied from an early deficit to win the game, 4-1.
11U Legionnaires recognized by North Perth council
North Perth council presented medallions to the Listowel 11U Legionnaires in recognition for their OBA ‘C’ championship win at the Oct. 16 council meeting. Deputy Mayor Doug Kellum said “this is the fun part of the job,” as he recognized the young athletes. The 11U team put together a remarkable sea
Junior Cyclones blank Bandits in lone weekend GOJHL action
The Listowel Junior Cyclones utilized a relentless forecheck, solid defensive play and a flawless goaltending performance to blank the visiting Brantford Bandits 4-0 last Friday night at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex.
Walkerton DCS students take part in cross-country event
Students from Walkerton District Community School (WDCS) participated in the Bluewater West District Cross Country races at Saugeen Bluffs on Oct 11. WDCS finished sixth out of 16 schools. Congratulations to all of the participants for their hard work and determination.
Capitals drop pair of tight decisions
The Walkerton Capitals fell just short in a pair of road games this past weekend, dropping a pair of 3-2 decisions to the Hanover Barons and Mount Forest Patriots.
Brant Tract trails gone to the dogs
The Sleddog Sports Association of Southwestern Ontario (SSASO) held dry-land time trials on Oct. 14 at the Brant Tract.
The same old-same old mentality has become old
It would appear that the Toronto Blue Jays are at a crossroads in their plans to establish themselves at the top of the MLB’s American League East Division following their latest postseason debacle. Coincidentally enough, I find myself at a similar crossroads when it comes to my team of choice in th
LDSS opens volleyball season
The LDSS junior boys (1-1) opened their 2023 fall Huron-Perth volleyball season with a win and a loss on Oct. 5 in Listowel, taking their opener in straight sets over Goderich before losing 2-1 to St. Marys later in the afternoon
Cyclones hand Kings first loss of campaign
The Listowel Cyclones were finally able to tarnish the undefeated record of the Elmira Sugar Kings on Saturday night, handing the Midwestern Conference’s top club its first loss of the 2023-24 GOJHL campaign.
Wingham U9 squad wins Tri-County “A” softball championship
The Wingham U9 squad captured the 2023 Tri-County “A” softball championship in Brussels in August. Pictured, front row, from left: Kaden Sklad, Connor Burrows, Jackson Davenport, Jordyn Riley, Henry MacDonald. Middle row: Kallie Rozendal, Bentley Lassaline, Andrew Blackwell, Zaden Eckert , Adleigh M
Wingham to host PJHL Prospects Game
The Provincial Junior Hockey League has announced the host sites for the league’s two Prospect Games this season.
