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New Logo Unveiled To Commemorate 150th Anniversary of Peterborough Lacrosse
/A commemorative logo has been designed to celebrate 150 years of lacrosse in Peterborough since it was established in 1872 released on Wednesday.
Eleven of Peterborough’s 17 Mann Cup championships were under the Peterborough Lakers. Photo courtesy of Ed Arnold.
The anniversary marks 150 years of lacrosse as the oldest and most successful sport in the city’s history.
The logo was designed by former lacrosse player Jamie Plunkett of apparel company UncommonFit.
The first game began 1872 with the Red Stockings as the first team. Peterborough won its first championship in 1879 and won 29 senior and junior national championships and more than 150 provincial titles. Peterborough also won the Mann Cup 17 times in franchise history.
Tim Barrie, Committee chair has been formed to celebrate the game’s anniversary with a big week of lacrosse being planned for the last week of June ending with the celebration of Canada’s birthday on July 1. No further details have been released.
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Organizations, Parents And Kids Celebrate As Youth Sports Resume In Peterborough
/As of Monday youth sports may resume in Ontario, as part of the provinces slow ease in restrictions. Sports have been put on hold since Jan. 5.
Photo courtesy of Time 2 Hoop.
Leagues, studios, teams and coaches in Peterborough are ready to resume for in person play.
“We are thrilled to be able to open our doors to our students again,” said Robyn Carter, owner at Premiere Dance Peterborough. “Youth sports and extra curricular activities are so important to the mental and physical health of all children. At Premiere we go above and beyond the safety measures required, and know we can provide our dance lessons in a safe environment.”
Time 2 Hoop Basketball Academy is excited to be able to train athletes again and believes that their mental health will improve in doing so.
“We are getting back to an environment where children can be active while they are developing competence, confidence and having fun,” said Joshua Williams, founder of Time 2 Hoop. “Learning new skills, getting exercise, interacting with peers and learning to play with others in a team setting. Being involved with sports also helps develop life skills and deal with the challenges that life brings.”
Jef Dueck, president of the Peterborough Minor Hockey Council, AAA Peterborough Petes, sayd that although the league has lost about a month of ice time, they are ready now more than ever to skate together.
“We are very happy to be back at the rink and playing the sport we love,” he said. “Physical activity and team play are very important to the physical and mental health of our youth. For kids involved in high-level competitive sports programs like AAA hockey, there’s really no substitute for the intensity that comes with their practices and games. We’ve lost a month, some games and a couple of tournaments. But now that we can skate together again, we won’t waste any time getting back to work and chasing after the Provincial Championships.”
Shelbi Kilcollins, assistant coach of the U15AA Ice Kats, says the team is buzzing and ready to get back on the ice.
“Now that we know what a month without hockey looks like we’re ready to capitalize on our excitement,” she said. “The team is focused and ready for success.”
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U15AA Ice Kats Ready To Defend Number One Ranking In Canada As They Step Back On The Ice
/The Peterborough Cavanagh Disposal U15AA Ice Kats are currently ranked number one in the country, and plan on defending that title as they return to the ice.
Photo courtesy of Shelbi Kilcollins.
Shelbi Kilcollins, assistant coach of the U15 Ice Kats, says the new schedule was sent out to the team on Sunday night and players are rearing to go.
“We’re all in a group chat together and when the schedule was sent out on Sunday - for lack of a better word the girls are absolutely buzzing. We’re on the ice six times this week,” she said.
The team showing off their new jerseys. Photo courtesy of U15 Ice Kats.
The team was ranked number one in the country before they were forced to step off the ice due to provincial mandates.
Now that the girls are back, they are ready to win.
“We certainly aren’t just making the playoffs this year,” said Kilcollins. “These girls want the provincial championship.”
This season will be the last time many of the girls play together, as next year many of them will move on to play in the Provincial Women’s Hockey League.
Two seasons ago when this group played Pewee, they finished the season ranked number one in Canada and now that they are back together they plan to do it again.
Team members include: head coach Chris Moher, assistant coach Shelbi Kilcollins, assistant coach Tim Degeer, Lacey Clement, Chloe Fife, Kate Bell, Rhaea Flint, Claire Baynham, Sadie Davidson, Chey Degeer, Syd Sawyer, Amy Clements, Soph Harold, Molly Farace, Kylee Strano, Claire Chambers, Ava Moher, Avery Johnston, Clara Williams and Brooke Cavanagh.
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Electric City Football Club And Peterborough Petes Join Forces To Make Peterborough A Top Sports Destination
/The Peterborough Petes and Electric City Football Club announced their partnership in an effort to promote sporting excellence across Peterborough and the region on Tuesday.
ECFC head coach Marco Michael Marcoccia (left) with Petes head coach Rob Wilson (right) in the middle of the Peterborough Memorial Centre rink. Photo courtesy of ECFC and Peterborough Petes.
The Peterborough Petes are the oldest operating junior franchise in the Ontario Hockey League producing over 250 NHL draft-selected players since 1956.
Electric City Football Club (ECFC) began operations in 2021 to bring professional soccer to Peterborough. The club has been accepted into League1 Ontario to compete in the Men’s and Women’s Premier Division beginning in the spring of 2022.
The two Peterborough franchises will be working together and supporting each other in an effort to make Peterborough a top sports destination in Canada for fans. The Petes and ECFC will additionally be teaming up to foster a community where local athletes and top talent from across the country will seek out the Electric City as a city to play, train, and develop.
“The Petes are incredibly excited to partner with ECFC. In addition to continuing to present new opportunities for our fans, we want to work with Rob and his team to provide our local athletes the chance to train and compete at the top level in Peterborough,” said Dave Pogue, Petes president.
The community can expect to see lots of cross promotional activities, joint events, and co-operation between the organizations throughout the year. Both franchises see this bringing together of two great sporting cultures as a win-win.
“The Petes are one of the most iconic sports franchises in Canada with a very loyal and passionate fan base,” said Rob Jenkins, ECFC president. “We couldn’t be more pleased to have partnered with such a well-run and community focused organization as we establish Electric City FC in this great city.”
Tickets are now on sale to the general public for the three upcoming Petes home games permitting a 500 spectator capacity. They can be purchased through the Grant Thornton Box Office in person, over the phone at (705) 743-3561 or online at the Grant Thornton Box Office website: tickets.memorialcentre.ca.
Season tickets to ECFC’s inaugural season are available. Fans can make a deposit on their ECFC season tickets by visiting the team’s website: electriccityfc.com.
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Peterborough Petes Tickets Available to General Public For Next Three Home Games
/The Peterborough Petes have opened their ticket sales to the general public for their next three home games at the Peterborough Memorial Centre announced Monday.
The Petes have been hosting games without fans during the three-week modified stage two that began in early January. Photo Courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.
These games will have a capacity of no more than 500 fans. Tickets are now on sale to the general public and can be purchased exclusively through the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office.
Home Game Schedule:
Thursday, February 3 vs. Ottawa 67’s
Saturday, February 5 vs. Niagara IceDogs*
Thursday, February 10 vs. Ottawa 67’s
*The Pink in the Rink fundraiser was originally scheduled to be held during the game on Feb. 5. That fundraising event will be moved to a home game later this season.
All fans can purchase tickets from the Grant Thornton Box Office at the Peterborough Memorial Centre online or in-person and over the phone at (705) 743-3561. Tickets are extremely limited.
Tickets sold for games on Feb. 3, 5, and 10 will be treated as General Admission in the Gibson’s Finest Club Section. All patrons will enter through PMC Gate #1. Tickets will be distributed the week of each game.
Fans who have purchased flex vouchers are welcome to redeem their vouchers at the three games permitting 500 fans.
Full details related to health and safety protocol, building entrances and seating and other important information will be distributed directly to ticket holders, and will also be available online before each home game.
The Petes will host the rival Ottawa 67’s on Feb. 3 at 7:05 pm. For information on season tickets, private suites, special packages, groups and single-game tickets, contact Mike Kosciesza at mkosciesza@gopetesgo.com or call (705) 743-3681 ext. 263.
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Electric City Football Club Enters Partnership With Local Business As Exclusive Retailer
/Electric City Football Club (ECFC) has partnered with retail store The Capital PTBO as an exclusive provider of ECFC merchandise for the upcoming 2022 League1 Ontario season announced Friday.
Rob Jenkins, ECFC president (left) with Mark Million, The Capital PTBO owner (right) celebrating their new partnership. The Capital PTBO becomes the first retail store to sell ECFC merchandise outside of the the club’s headquarters. Photo courtesy of ECFC.
“Downtown Peterborough is a special place and as a club we are committed to having a strong presence in the heart of the city.” said Rob Jenkins, ECFC president. “From the first time I spoke with Mark about his vision for a new retail spot on George Street, it seemed like a perfect fit for us both.”
The Capital PTBO opened up shop on Monday. The shop is stocked sports apparel and encourages anyone to hang out in their casual atmosphere.
Owner Mark Million with his brother and business partner Justin Million have a passion for both retail and sports.
“We wanted to create a place where local sports fans come to hang out, chat about last night’s game, and maybe pick up some really cool gear while you’re here,” said Mark. “As a local sports fan, we are very excited to see what Electric City FC is building and bringing to our city and wanted to see if we could play a part in making it a success.”
The Capital PTBO store located at 370 George St. N is the exclusive in-person provider of Electric City FC merchandise along with a pop-up shop that will be at all ECFC home matches this spring and summer.
“We are really excited to have our players and coaches come to the store and hang out with Mark and Justin and have some fun,” said Jenkins. “This downtown shop embodies what we think makes Peterborough great and we are very proud to have our merchandise on display at such a unique place.”
“The Capital PTBO is thrilled to partner with Electric City Football Club, a franchise bound for national success,” said Mark. “Supporting sport, Peterborough and the downtown is at the heart of our mandate and we look forward to growing together with an organization that shares our core values.”
For store hours go to thecapitalptbo.ca or on social media by searching The Capital PTBO.
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Local Sports Retail Store Doubles As Community Hub In Unique Business Service
/What looks like a sports apparel store, owner Mark Million of The Capital PTBO created a community hub for the sports community in downtown Peterborough that opened on Monday.
Mark Million also works as a realtor for Bowes & Cocks Limited Brokerage. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
The store is located at 370 George St. N. and sells sports apparel such as hats, shirts and collectibles but offers a venue for other sports outlets. The space offers free rental space for events such as sports banquets, press conferences or fantasy draft parties.
Customers can use the space as a library for sports books available on-site, play table hockey or watch the game at no charge in a safe and welcoming environment.
"We're not here to make money off you. We're here to let you enjoy the moment,” said Million. “The downtown has for some generations of people, it has a stigma attached that isn't always true. It's not a scary space, it's a safe space run by entrepreneurs."
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Million worked in retail with his brother for roughly four years before making a career change to a realtor for Bowes & Cocks Limited Brokerage. The brothers went back to retail after a friend’s suggestion to open a business since a major store closed its doors last February which left a void in the sports apparel market.
“Retail was my first love and I’ve done it for many, many years,” reflected Million. “National Sports announced that they were closing so that really started to move the ball forward. If we were to take a shot, go for it.”
The logo is made of wood and was crafted by Million’s son, Cole. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
The store’s name carries local roots as the logo was designed by Mary Bucholtz of Bechwood Design. The Market Hall clock tower represents Million’s family lineage and heritage that was in Peterborough’s history.
"My grandfather's grandfather (on my mom's side) had the first business under the clock way back in the 1840s-50s," said Million. “He had a fish market, it was the first one underneath the clock tower so to bring that was fun.”
The store currently carries Electric City Football Club apparel and is in the process of getting rights to sell Peterborough Petes merchandise.
“It's a no-brainer for us to be involved in local sports and there's such a rich history here between lacrosse, hockey and Electric City soccer team that was around 120 years ago,” said Million.
Despite the space looking like a retail store at first glance, coming inside the store will show the true experience The Capital PTBO has to offer.
“Come and check out our space, don't buy anything,” said Million. “I don't need the sale as much I need you to understand what this space could mean for your sports organization or for your club or whatever the case may be. We want it to be a space to be inclusive for anyone that's comfortable to do that sort of thing.”
Hometown PTBO: Dan O'Toole on His New Podcast Boomsies and Some of His Favourite Spots in Peterborough
/This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday speaks with former sports anchor Dan O'Toole about his new podcast Boomsies, his favourite spots in Peterborough and some of his experiences on the golf course.
Check out his podcast at any one of these platforms on Apple Podcast, Spotify or Youtube.
Petes Tickets Back On Sale For the Public At Reduced Capacity
/The Peterborough Petes have three home games scheduled at the Peterborough Memorial Centre from Jan. 31 until Feb. 20. with tickets going on sale this Thursday.
The OHL reaffirmed its commitment to continue the 2021-22 season on Jan. 5 despite the modified stage two mandate from the Ontario Government earlier this month. Photo by David Tuan Bui.
Tickets will be on sale exclusively to Season Ticket Members beginning 9:30 a.m. ET at the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office. All games will have a maximum spectator capacity of 500.
Home Game Schedule:
Thursday, February 3 vs. Ottawa 67’s
Saturday, February 5 vs. Niagara IceDogs*
Thursday, February 10 vs. Ottawa 67’s
