LiveBarn Broadcasting Subscription Service to Launch For Hockey at Miskin Law Community Complex

Sports fans can connect with hockey in the City of Peterborough through the introduction of the streaming service LiveBarn at the Miskin Law Community Complex. 

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The third-party subscription-based video streaming service broadcasts practices and games at the Complex. Events can be watched live or streamed later. Coaches can download games for future analysis while family and friends can share clips on social media.  

Hockey fans can use the service to stream the upcoming Ontario Minor Hockey Association U16 and U18 championships taking place at the Miskin Law Community Complex from Friday to Sunday.

According to the City, the addition of LiveBarn further supports the City’s ability to showcase local and tournament hockey as Peterborough prepares to welcome major events such as the TELUS Cup. 

Featuring some of Canada’s most prominent young hockey talent, the TELUS Cup is bringing the nation’s top six U18 men’s club teams to the Memorial Centre from April 20 to April 26.   

New subscribers can use the discount code ‘ptbo-live’ when registering to receive a 10 per cent discount off a monthly subscription price.  

LiveBarn is already available at the Healthy Planet and Kinsmen arenas. 

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Easter Seals Ontario Score With Peterborough Petes Alumni Celebrity Hockey Classic Fundraiser

Six teams filled with NHL greats, Petes alumni and more hit the ice for the Peterborough Petes Alumni Celebrity Hockey Classic fundraiser in support of Easter Seals at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) on Thursday.

The Peterborough Petes and The Ultimate Keggers squared off at the Peterborough Petes Alumni Celebrity Hockey Classic For Easter Seals Ontario. All photos by David Tuan Bui.

The two-day fundraiser opened with a VIP Draft Party, giving registered teams a chance to select an NHL alumnus to join their team at The Venue on Wednesday night. Among the NHL alumni who attended the event were Brad May, Kris King, Keith Acton, Troy Crowder and André Roy. Also playing in the tournament was former Toronto Maple Leafs forward Doug Gilmour, who is no stranger to the PMC from his Ontario Hockey League tenure.

“It's a little different being back in the dressing room where I coached for three years and the GM side but coming back to Peterborough is always great,” he said. “Growing up in Kingston, our league consists of Oshawa, Peterborough, Belleville, Trenton and Kingston so it's always nice to come back.”

The two-day tournament proceeds go towards Easter Seals Ontario to help children and youth with physical disabilities across the province.

“It's all about having fun out here and everybody works hard on raising money,” explained Gilmour. “There are no losers out here today; the winners are Easter Seals.”

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Each team was guaranteed two games. An All-Star game was held following the event, where the top eight fundraisers were eligible to participate. Every player was asked to raise a minimum of $500 for Easter Seals.

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Peterborough Jr. A Lakers Release Home Schedule; Home Opener On May 22 Against League's Newest Team

The Peterborough Merit Precision Jr. A Lakers will welcome new faces to the Ontario Junior Lacrosse League as they have released their home schedule, with opening night against the newest franchise Elora Hawks, on May 22.

Photo courtesy of Cade Dunford and the Peterborough Jr. A Lakers.

The Hawks were granted ‘A’ status this year after competing in the Jr. B ranks since 1987.

All nine home games are set for 8 p.m at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

Head coach Robert Hope says the home opener provides an opportunity to set the tone for the season in front of the hometown crowd.

“Opening night always brings a different intensity,” he explained. “It’s the first opportunity to see how everything comes together; the preparation, the pace of the league, the matchups. There’s a real energy around a new season, and we’re looking forward to getting started.”

Peterborough enters the 2026 season after finishing fifth in the standings with a 12-8 record last year. They swept the Six Nations Arrows in the first round of the playoffs but fell to the eventual league champion Orangeville Northmen in the semifinals in six games.

Hope says last season’s playoff run gave the group valuable experience that can carry into the year ahead.

“We learned a lot about our group during that playoff run,” he said. To get through the first round the way we did and then push Orangeville in the semifinals showed what this team is capable of. The goal now is to take that next step.”

The Lakers’ head coach emphasized that preparation and staying consistent will be key to success as the team gears up for another competitive OJLL season.

“This league is tough every night and there’s not an easy opponent on the schedule,” said Hope. “We need to be prepared to play a full 60 minutes each game and be ready for whatever comes at us throughout the season.”

@ptbo_canada The Peterborough Merit Precision Jr. A Lakers will welcome new faces to the Ontario Junior Lacrosse League as they have released their home schedule, with opening night against the newest franchise Elora Hawks, on May 22. #ptbocanada #journalism #fyp #news #lacrosse ♬ Winning - ROKKA

The Lakers’ 2026 home schedule is as follows:

• Friday, May 22 vs. Elora Hawks – 8 p.m.

• Friday, May 29 vs. Oakville Buzz – 8 p.m.

• Monday, June 1 vs. Kitchener-Waterloo LC – 8 p.m.

• Monday, June 15 vs. Mimico Mountaineers – 8 p.m.

• Thursday, June 18 vs. Brampton Excelsiors – 8 p.m.

• Monday, June 22 vs. Whitby Warriors – 8 p.m.

• Friday, June 26 vs. Orangeville Northmen – 8 p.m.

• Monday, June 29 vs. Six Nations Arrows – 8 p.m.

• Monday, July 6 vs. Toronto Beaches – 8 p.m.

The Lakers begin their season the night before their home opener, on May 21 in Toronto.

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Telus Cup Single Tickets Now On Sale

The TELUS Cup is running from April 20 to April 26 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre, with single tickets on sale.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Featuring the top six U18 men’s club teams from across Canada, the TELUS Cup is a national tournament that will bring elite competition and fast-paced action.

Single-game tickets are available at tiered pricing, with ticket costs increasing as the TELUS Cup progresses. Fans are encouraged to purchase early to take advantage of lower prices during the tournament’s preliminary round, with premium pricing in place for playoff games and the championship final. 

Tickets can be purchased online by visiting memorialcentre.ca. Group and family packages are available. 

“This tournament is expected to draw some of Canada’s best athletes, their families and hockey fans to Peterborough,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “I would encourage everyone to grab a ticket for the TELUS Cup to make sure they don’t miss a moment of action as some of the nation’s best players take to the ice right here in Peterborough.”

The City of Peterborough is receiving support from the Government of Ontario through the Sport Hosting Program to help bring the TELUS Cup back to Ontario for the first time in seven years.

“Our government is proud to support the TELUS Cup through the Ontario Sport Hosting Program,” said Neil Lumsden, Ontario Minister of Sport. “This event gives our athletes a chance to compete on a national stage right here at home, while boosting tourism and supporting local businesses in Peterborough. Thank you to the organizers, volunteers and everyone involved in bringing this exciting event back to our province.” 

The full TELUS Cup schedule can be found at memorialcentre.ca.  

School packages for the TELUS Cup are also available. Tickets for school packages are $5 per seat, per game.  Educators can contact the Memorial Centre box office at 705-745-3561 or email MemCentre@peterborough.ca for more information on school packages.

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Peterborough Petes Secure Victory Over Sudbury Wolves 4-1

The Peterborough Petes hosted the Sudbury Wolves for Jr Petes night Thursday, taking the win by a score of 4-1.

photo courtesy of the peterborough petes.

Adam Novotný brought a goal for the Petes late in the first, while Kieron Walton and Brennan Faulkner scored in the second. The Wolves’ Jean-Cristoph Lemieux put Sudbury on the board with a goal second period.

In the third period, Braydon McCallum brought the score to 4-1, securing the win over Sudbury.

Easton Rye led the way for the Petes, stopping 33/34 and tying the lead league with his 25th win of the season.

The Petes are back in action on Friday, when they travel to Ottawa to take on the Ottawa 67’s. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m. at TD Place.

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Fleming College’s Inaugural Phoenix Cup Tips Off February 4

The inaugural Fleming College Phoenix Cup is coming to the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre Feb. 4, promising an afternoon of local high school and college basketball excitement.

photo courtesy of fleming college.

The community is invited to come out to the Peterborough Sport and Wellness Centre (775 Brealey Drive, Peterborough) and be a part of the celebration of local basketball talent featuring junior and senior high school games.

The event wraps up with a game between the Fleming Phoenix varsity men’s basketball team and the Durham Lords at 8 p.m.

Event schedule:

• 3:30 p.m. – High School Junior Boys: Crestwood vs. Holy Cross

• 5 p.m. – High School Senior Boys: Crestwood vs. Holy Cross

• 8 p.m. – College Varsity: Fleming Phoenix vs. Durham Lords

Adding to the day is a unique family connection as Fleming Phoenix player Owen Wisman will be cheering on two relatives playing in the earlier games; his younger brother Oscar Wisman, who plays for Crestwood, and his cousin Ryan Malloy, who is on the Holy Cross team. The two will go head-to-head during the Phoenix Cup before Owen takes the court later with the Phoenix.

The inaugural Phoenix Cup is “designed to bring the community together through sport while highlighting the depth of talent across local high school and varsity programs,” said Fleming in a press release. “This inaugural event launches what Fleming plans to become an annual event in partnership with local high schools, with future events to include male and female competitions across multiple sports.”

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Trent Excalibur Men’s Soccer Player Named U SPORTS First Team All-Canadian

Trent University business administration student, John Moncada of the Excalibur men’s varsity soccer team, has earned U SPORTS First Team All-Canadian status which is awarded to the top-performing student-athletes across Canadian universities. 

Photo courtesy of Trent University.

“This is a historic milestone for John and for our men’s soccer program to be recognized on the national stage,” said Nathan McFadden, Trent director of Athletics and Recreation. “Earning U SPORTS First Team All-Canadian status is a testament not only to John’s high-end skill and work ethic, but also to the strong belief head coach Grant Purdy has in his players to showcase their talent early in their career. We’re proud of John’s remarkable first campaign, the program’s best season ever, and what it signals for the future of Excalibur soccer.” 

Moncada led the Ontario University Athletics Association with 14 goals in 11 games, the most ever by an Excalibur men's soccer player in their first season. He is also first nationally in goals and tied for first in total points across all of U SPORTS men's soccer.

His rookie season placed him second on Trent’s all-time goals list, tying Aaron Chia (‘15). His teammate, Leo Frans, holds the top honour with 18 career goals in three years with the Excalibur.

“What stands out about John is just how humble he is. He never lets ego dominate what he wants for the team and is supportive of every player,” said Grant Purdy, head coach of Excalibur men’s soccer. “On the field, he has a special gift; a sense of where the ball is going to be, which allows him to beat defenders and score. This recognition is a reflection of what John is capable of and how far the men’s soccer program has come. I believe the best is yet to come.” 

Moncada’s accomplishment marks the first time a Trent Excalibur men's soccer player has received the national honour and the fourth All-Canadian selection in Trent Athletics history. Earlier this fall, he was also named the OUA East Division Most Valuable Player and an OUA First Team All-Star.  

“Being named a U SPORTS First Team All-Canadian means everything to me.  I came into the season with a bit of a chip on my shoulder, ready to turn some heads and the environment here at Trent made it all possible,” said Moncada. “The coaches giving me the opportunity and my teammates believing in me made it fun to play and pushed me to succeed. To know my name will be in the Trent history books is a special feeling. Looking ahead, my goal is to help the team make a playoff run and win a championship.” 

He joins an exclusive list that includes Kristine Boyles from women's rugby, who earned First Team All-Canadian honours in both 2007 and 2009 and Thaddeus Bolton from men's soccer, who was named a Second Team All-Canadian in 2009.

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City of Peterborough Receives $50,000 Investment Towards the TELUS Cup

The Ontario Government has invested $50,000 to the City of Peterborough to host Hockey Canada’s TELUS Cup in Peterborough from April 20 to 26.

The 21 national and nine international amateur sport events in communities across the province welcome 10,000 athletes from across Canada and around the world to Ontario and are expected to generate over $34 million in economic activity. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The TELUS Cup is on display at the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame.

“This investment of $50,000 to bring the TELUS Cup to Peterborough is fantastic news for our community. Hockey Canada’s national championship will not only showcase the tremendous talent of the young athletes but will also generate significant economic activity for our local businesses, restaurants, and hotels,” said Dave Smith, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP.” By supporting events like this, our government is following through on its commitment to promote active, healthy living while reinforcing Peterborough-Kawartha’s reputation as a premier destination for world-class amateur sport.”

“Securing support through the Ontario Sport Hosting Program is an important step on the road to the TELUS Cup," said Councillors Lesley Parnell and Alex Bierk. “As we prepare to showcase Peterborough on the national stage, strong collaboration across all levels of government is crucial. We’re grateful to the Government of Ontario for recognizing the value these tournaments bring to our community.”

Peterborough was selected to host the TELUS Cup back on April 23. The event has six elite men’s U18 teams from across the nation battling for the title. The host Peterborough Minor Petes are making their national championship debut.

The City expects the event to generate more than 1,200 total room nights and over $1 million in economic impact, boosting hotels, restaurants, shops and local attractions during the tournament week.

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Havelock Receives Ontario Trillium Grant of $145,000 to Revitalize Cordova Mines Outdoor Rink

The Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen has received a $145,000 Capital grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) to revitalize the Cordova Mines outdoor rink, announced on Friday.

Photo courtesy of the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen.

Funds provided by the OTF grant have enabled major repairs to the existing outdoor rink. This provides additional recreation opportunities, including basketball, pickleball, tennis and ball hockey.

“By providing funding for major repairs, we are ensuring this vital community hub is not just saved but transformed into a year-round multi-purpose facility,” said Dave Smith, Peterborough-Kawartha MPP. “This supports active, healthy living and ensures families have a modern, safe, and accessible place to play, whether they are enjoying skating in the winter or ball hockey, pickleball and basketball in the warmer months.”

This funding extends the rink's current seasonal use to year-round multi-purpose.

“On behalf of the Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen, I want to thank the Ontario Trillium Foundation for supporting the revitalization of the Cordova Mines Outdoor Rink,” said Mayor Jim Martin. “This beloved attraction in the Hamlet with a Heart of Gold where families come together and pride of place shines and continues to strengthen our local spirit and economy. We’re also very grateful to the Cordova Mines Recreation Association and our dedicated Township of Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Fire Fighters whose volunteer efforts keep this treasured gathering place alive and thriving.”

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U11 Kawartha Lacrosse Girls Bring Home Silver At Sixes Provincial Tournament

Kawartha Lacrosse’s U11 girls make the podium as they won silver at the Ontario Lacrosse Association's (OLA) Sixes Provincial Championships held on Oct. 25 and 26 in Hamilton.

Back: Coach Tara King, Coach Kayla Briffett, Trainer Nicole Campbell-Leveck
Middle: Ruby McKinley, Hadley Hoar, Fiona King, Kaitlin Aiello, Kinsley Briffett, Avery Carroll, Nev McCormick
Front: Kaylen Booth, Blake Murray, Sienna Adams
Absent: Coach Sam Berardi, Alyssa Clarkson, Everlee Cook. Photo courtesy of Kawartha Lacrosse.

The performance marked the first time Kawartha Lacrosse has fielded a team in the Sixes format.

Kawartha Lacrosse’s small roster included three underage players from the U9 division. The U11 team demonstrated exceptional skill, teamwork, and resilience throughout the tournament said coach Tara King.

“It has been rewarding to watch these young athletes grow as teammates and competitors throughout our inaugural sixes season,” she said. “The girls consistently demonstrated outstanding work ethic and a positive attitude — both of which were key to our success. Also, coaching alongside my former Kawartha Lacrosse teammates with our daughters on the field made this season especially meaningful.”

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