Tributes Pouring in for Local Lacrosse Player Eric Hainer

By Scott Arnold

The lacrosse community is mourning the loss of Kawartha Fury player Eric Hainer, who died in a car accident while travelling home after competing in the team’s first-ever Medicine Cup tournament in Fenelon Falls.

the community is remembering Local lacrosse player eric hainer, who passed away over the weekend

In a Facebook message shared by the Fury, the team said the loss came shortly after a meaningful day of lacrosse that marked a milestone weekend for the program. Hainer had been part of the U22 roster competing at the event and was on the floor throughout the tournament.

The organization noted that Hainer’s presence was felt strongly during the Medicine Cup, where he scored both his first and last goals for the team during the event. He was described as a player who brought energy, respect, and a clear love for the game every time he stepped onto the floor.

Hainer is a PMLA alum, having come through the Peterborough Minor Lacrosse Association system. He is the son of Peterborough Jr A Lakers assistant general manager Mike Hainer and the brother of Jackson Hainer, a Lakers alumnus and current Trent Excalibur goaltender.

The Fury message highlighted Hainer’s connection to the roots and traditions of lacrosse, noting his use of a wooden stick and his appreciation for the cultural foundations of the sport.

Hundreds of messages and comments have been shared on social media as people express condolences. On Monday, a GoFundMe was set up to raise funds to support the family.

Support has been extended to his family, teammates, coaches, and friends as the lacrosse community continues to process the loss. The organization also encouraged players to lean on one another and continue to find connection in the game Hainer loved.

Scott Arnold is a Journalist and Content Creator at PTBOCanada Media Inc

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