The Blyth-Brussels Crusaders U13 LL squad travelled to Palmerston to take on the Minto Mad Dogs on March 16. The Crusaders were handed their first loss of the post-season, losing 6-1.
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Wingham U15 LL Ironmen win consolation title at Young Canada Week
The Wingham Ironmen U15 LL team travelled to Goderich to take part in the 72nd annual Young Canada Week tournament. After a rocky start, the team steadied the ship and skated away with the U15 LL Consolation Trophy following a 7-2 win over Mid-Huron. Team members include: Dustin Benninger, Darcy DeV
Wingham Minor Hockey executive asks council to reconsider proposed rec cuts
The Wingham Minor Hockey executive committee has asked North Huron council to reconsider proposed service cuts at North Huron’s recreation facilities as part of the 2023 budget deliberations.
Capitals swept by Barons, eliminated from PJHL playoffs
It wasn’t the ending Walkerton Capitals fans wanted, but what a game!
Toccalino family donates $60K for video scoreboard at Palmerston arena
To say that James and Cara Toccalino give from the heart is an understatement.
St. Mary’s students take part in Hockey Day in Huron-Perth
The St. Mary’s Spirits, grades 5-6, participated in the Huron Perth Catholic District School Board Hockey Day in Huron-Perth held at the Stratford Rotary Complex on March 8. The squad went 1-2-1 through its four games played. Pictured, back row: Kaitlyn Michie (coach), Jack Magee, Claire Ropp, Katie
Ironmen oust Bulldogs in Game 5 thriller
The Wingham Ironmen did not want to go back to Kincardine for Game 6.
Drives claim Senior A title with Game 6 OT win
The Milverton Four Wheel Drives wrapped their 2022-23 WOAA Senior campaign in style on Saturday night, after claiming the A bracket title in thrilling fashion.
Listowel U15 Rep B Cyclones win WOAA Tier 1 Championship
The Listowel U15 Rep B Cyclones won the WOAA Tier 1 championship on March 19 at the Steve Kerr Memorial Complex, topping Saugeen Shores 2-1. Listowel also took Game 1 2-1 in overtime on March 18 to sweep the best-of-three series. Listowel now advances to the OMHA U15 Tier 1 championship in Barrie on
Redhawks eliminate Cycs from Midwest playoffs
The Listowel Cyclones gave the Redhawks all they could handle during their GOJHL Midwestern Conference quarter-final playoff matchup, but in the end Cambridge’s high-powered offense was too much to overcome.
Central Perth hosting WOGHL all-star festivities this Sunday
The Perth East Recreation Complex in Milverton will be showcasing the region’s top talent on the minor hockey circuit on March 26, when the Central Perth Predators play host to the Western Ontario Girls Hockey League’s (WOGHL) all-star festivities.
Meulensteen named PJHL Pollock Division Rookie of the Year
Kincardine Bulldogs forward and Gowanstown native Harrison Meulensteen was recently awarded the North Pollock Division’s Rookie of the Year Award after the 17 year old put up 28 goals and 55 points through 41 regular season games in 2022-23. Meulensteen is pictured receiving his award from PJHL repr
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Monkton Skating Club Showcase
The Monkton Skating Club held its showcase on March 7 at the Elma-Logan Recreation Complex. The young skaters performed to songs from the popular kid’s movie, Encanto. The event saw skaters from all levels perform themed ice dances to the movie’s hit songs.
Drives, Crushers even 2-2 in WOAA Senior ‘A’ finals
The Milverton Four Wheel Drives appeared poised to take a 3-1 series stranglehold in their best-of-seven WOAA Senior A championship tilt with the Shallow Lake Crushers on March 12, but then Mackenzie Fleming decided to take over Game 4.
IN PHOTOS: 2023 Gord Hymers U11 Tournament
The 2023 edition of the Gord Hymers U11 Tournament saw 16 teams take part in both Listowel and Monkton, March 10-12. The Listowel U11 Rep Cyclones put forth a solid effort in the tournament, finishing as ‘B’ championship finalists.
