Fleming Phoenix to Host First-Ever Lacrosse Sixes Tournament This Sunday
/Fleming College will make history when the Fleming Phoenix host their first-ever Lacrosse Sixes tournament at the Phoenix Sports Field on Sutherland Campus in Peterborough this Sunday.
Photo courtesy of Fleming College and Jack Buck Media.
The day features four teams from the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA): Fleming, Durham, Humber, and Mohawk Colleges. The event marks the final day of the inaugural Lacrosse Sixes exhibition series, with the final pod and playoffs scheduled for Nov. 1 in Hamilton.
The tournament kicks off at 11 a.m. when Fleming Phoenix takes the field against the Mohawk Mountaineers. Games continue throughout the day, including a Phoenix matchup against the Humber Hawks at 2 p.m., before wrapping up with the Durham Lords vs. Mohawk Mountaineers lacrosse game at 3 pm.
Community members are invited to come out and show their support with free admission.
“This first season has been about laying the foundation for Phoenix lacrosse,” said Greg Jefford, Fleming College’s Director of Student Experience and Athletics. “Our student-athletes have grown their skills and gained valuable experience with every game, and hosting this tournament on our home field is a proud moment for the program. We welcome the community to join us in cheering them on.”
The Phoenix will wear an Indigenous-inspired logo, designed by local artist Jared Tait, on their helmets and the tournament will open with an Indigenous song performance by Josh Smoke.
The schedule is as follows:
11 a.m. - Fleming vs. Mohawk
12 p.m. - Durham vs. Humber
2 p.m. - Fleming vs. Humber
3 p.m. - Durham vs. Mohawk
