Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame Honours 150 Years of Peterborough Lacrosse

The Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame (CLHOF) has awarded Peterborough with a scroll of honour to commemorate the city’s 150 anniversary of the sport in a ceremony at the Peterborough and District Sports Hall of Fame on Friday.

Tim Barrie, Hall of Fame lacrosse goaltender (left) with Matthew Black, Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame chair with the Mann Cup, Ed Arnold’s book ‘Peterborough’s Perfect Season: With Benny and His Jets’ and a scroll of honour. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Several current Peterborough Hall of Famers were in attendance at the ceremony including goaltender Tim Barrie and three-time Mann Cup champion John Grant Sr. Major Series Lacrosse commissioner Doug Luey also appeared at the event.

The scroll commemorates players, builders and teams involved in Peterborough lacrosse that have already been inducted into the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame.

“150 years is quite the milestone but to see that it's not petering out but it's actually just expanding and growing,” said Matthew Black, CLHOF chair.

“I’m totally blown away that an organization can survive that period of time with all the changes we've went through,” said David Soul, CLHOF executive director. “World War I, World War II, recessions, everything so my hat's off.”

Both Hall of Fame delegators attribute Peterborough’s long success to the grassroots programs and lacrosse community members giving back to the sport after their playing careers.

“They have the tradition, a lot of the players have given back. After their careers are over, they come back as coaches and builders and give the continuity,” said Soul. “When you get some of the finest and greatest, giving back and helping the young children come up through the ranks, that's something that doesn't happen in most communities.”

“You have the family connections here,” said Black. It’s part of the culture. The history here, the enthusiasm, everything is so conductive to a positive experience and competitive experience as well.”

The following are honoured members and teams of the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame affiliated with Peterborough:

• 1965 - Lloyd “Moon” Wootton

• 1969 - Ross Powless

• 1971 - Harry Wipper

• 1972 - Ike Hildebrand

• 1973 - Douglas Miller

• 1974 - Bobby Allan

• 1976 - Bob Oliver

• 1977 - Arnold Dugan

• 1980 - Pat Baker and Paul Parnell

• 1982 - John “Curly” Mason

• 1984 - Johnny Davis

• 1985 - Cy Coombes

• 1989 - Larry Ferguson

• 1991 - Ben Floyd

• 1992 - Terry Davis

• 1994 - Grant Heffeman and Lou Nickle

• 1995 - Don Barrie

• 1997 - Brian Evans

• 1999 - Jim “JJ” Johnston

• 2002 - Peterborough Timbermen (1951-56)

• 2003 - Bob Wasson and Jim Wasson

• 2004 - Tim Barrie

• 2005 - Ted Higgins and Clinton “Mick” Magee

• 2006 - Greg Thomas

• 2007 - Paul Evans, Kerri Hardill and Lee Vitarelli

• 2008 - John Grant Sr.

• 2009 - Ken Ruttan

• 2010 - Peterborough PCOs Team (1972-1975)

• 2012 - Bob Curtis and Craig Stevenson

• 2013 - Bill Armour and Joey Todd

• 2014 - Andy Ogilvie

• 2015 - Peterborough James Gang (1981-83)

• 2017 - Clinton “Jan” Magee and Peterborough Maulers (1986-87 & 1989)

• 2018 - Brian Hall

• 2020 - Jamie Batley and Paul Day

The CLHOF is located in New Westminster, B. C. They have been inducting members since 1965. Peterborough lacrosse coaches Paul Day and Jamie Batley are the most recent inductees into the Hall of Fame for the class of 2020.

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Peterborough Lakers Get Off to 2-0 Start After Long-Awaited Home Opener

It was a night that was 1,117 days in the making.

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers defeated the Cobourg Kodiaks 11-9 after raising their 2019 Mann Cup championship banner at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

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The Lakers give a 2-0 record in the Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) league since they defeated the Kodiaks on Sunday.

Thomas Hoggarth led the team with four goals while Peterborough’s Shawn Evans had five points with two goals and three assists.

“It was a great feeling, having our fans there supporting us, especially for the banner raising,” he said, “Being back in this arena, after being a child here and growing up… in this building for so many years, it was something special tonight and it was good that we got the win for the fans and for ourselves.”

In a game where the Lakers never forfeited the lead, the Kodiaks nipped at their heels, ringing off four straight goals to cut the 9-4 lead into a one-goal deficit in the third period.

Austin Hasen and Turner Evans scored for the Peterborough in the last 2:15 of the game to put the game out of reach for Cobourg.

Goaltender Mike Poulin stopped 45 out of 54 shots on goal to get his first home win on the season.

The Lakers’ next game is unknown as MSL is finalizing the league schedule. The league has been unable to play for the past two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Peterborough Minor Lakers U9-1 Bring Home Silver Medal From Chuck Miller Tournament In Guelph

The Peterborough Minor Lakers U9-1 brough home a silver medal from the Chuck Miller Tournament in Guelph this past weekend.

The team won 4 games and tied 1 in the round robin part of the tournament to secure a spot in the Gold Medal game.

The team finished the game against the Oakville Hawks 7-13.

So far in the 2022 season the team sits with a 5-1-2 (W, L, T) record.

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Peterborough's Lucas Moore Wins OHL Championship With Hamilton Bulldogs

Add an Ontario Hockey League (OHL) championship to the young hockey career of Peterborough’s Lucas Moore as the Hamilton Bulldogs defeated the Windsor Spitfires in Game 7, 6-1 on Wednesday night.

The Bulldogs won their second title following their 6-1 win. They last won during the 2017-18 season against the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds and placed third in the following Memorial Cup. Photo courtesy of Emmad Fajem.

The top-seeded Bulldogs won the J. Ross Robertson Cup suffering only three playoff game losses (all to the Spitfires) en route to their second title in five years.

They swept the Peterborough Petes, Mississauga Steelheads and Brampton Batallion to reach the OHL final.

Moore was only dressed for one playoff game in game three of the finals in a 6-3 losing effort to the Spitfires. The loss gave the Spitfires team a 2-1 series lead. He did not register a point in his lone playoff game.

Lucas Moore is his first OHL game in Peterborough on Nov. 18. Photo by Kirtus Evoy.

The Peterborough defenseman was drafted in the fourth round, 66th overall by the Bulldogs in the 2021 OHL priority selection.

He registered three goals and seven assists in 34 games in his OHL rookie season with the Bulldogs. Moore had his homecoming game against the Petes on Nov. 18 where the Bulldogs beat Peterborough 10-6 in an offensive flurry from both teams.

Moore celebrated his 17th birthday eight days before winning with the Bulldogs.

Former Pete Mason McTavish also won with the Bulldogs after being traded from Peterborough on Jan. 9.

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Peterborough Century 21 Lakers Home Opener On Thursday; Team Seeking Fourth Straight Mann Cup Title

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers’ quest for their fourth straight Mann Cup continues with their home opener at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) on Thursday.

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The Lakers face off against the Cobourg Kodiaks where the last game held at the PMC was 1,112 days ago.

A banner-raising of the team’s 2019 championship begins at 7:50 p.m. prior to faceoff at 8:00 p.m.

“We’re raising the banner for the 2019 Mann Cup so hopefully the community will come out and support us like they always have,” said Holden Cattoni, Lakers forward. “It’s awesome to be back in the Memorial Centre, especially with the extra year we were away.” 

The Lakers won their first game of the season against the Kodiaks, 15-11 in Cobourg on Sunday. Lakers Turner Evans had seven points and Shawn Evans had five on the night.

Anyone who purchased tickets for the Lakers’ previously-cancelled June 2nd game (including season ticket holders) are asked to present those tickets at the door for entry.

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Photos: Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run Lit Up The Track At St Peter Secondary School

Students at St. Peter’s Secondary School welcomed students from Crestwood and Holy Cross to their Special Olympic Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) on Wednesday.

LETR is the largest public awareness and grassroots fundraising organization for Special Olympics globally.

“The Peterborough Police Service has been a strong supporter of the torch run for many years now, and over the years have raised 100’s of thousands of dollars,” said Inspector Neil Collins with the Peterborough Police. “The Peterborough Police Service is happy to champion all our athletes and encourage acceptance and inclusion for all.”

Wednesday’s event saw students participating in standing long jump, shotput, 50m, 100m, 200m and 400m races.

They ended the events with the athletes oath ‘Let me win, but if I cannot win let me be brave in the attempt.’

Following events and speeches, students, teachers and law enforcement carried the torch around St. Peter’s track.

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Justin Trudeau Sends Letter of Congratulations For 150 of Lacrosse in Peterborough

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau sent Peterborough a congratulatory letter of celebrating 150 years of lacrosse.

The 150th-anniversary lacrosse flag was flown for a week beginning on May 4 before being kept at the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame. Photo by David Tuan Bui

Trudeau’s letter recognizes the city’s history in the game while commemorating the milestone. The following was written:

Letter courtesy of Ed Arnold.

Dear Friends:

I am pleased to extend my warmest greetings to everyone celebrating the 150th anniversary of lacrosse in Peterborough.

Lacrosse saw its beginnings here in 1872 when the Red Stockings played their first game. One hundred and fifty years later, Peterborough has become a celebrated lacrosse community, having won 29 senior and junior national championships and more than 150 provincial titles. This special milestone offers a wonderful opportunity to reflect upon the proud history of the sport in the city, to pay tribute to those who have contributed to its growth and success, and to set goals for the future.

I would like to commend the Peterborough Lacrosse 150th anniversary committee for their hard work in organizing this celebration. I am certain that the many events planned to mark this milestone will be enjoyed by everyone in attendance.

Please accept my best wishes for a memorable anniversary celebration and continued success in the years to come.

Sincerely,

The Rt. Hon. Justin P. J. Trudeau, P.C., M.P.
Prime Minister of Canada

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are having their home opener with an opponent named later this week on Thursday.

A flag celebrating 150 years of lacrosse was flown at city hall on May 4 and was there for a week. It was given to the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame after being taken down. Mayor Diane Therrien declared 2022 to be the “Summer of Lacrosse” during that ceremony.

A “150” beer was crafted by Publican House Brewery to commemorate the occasion on May 26. The beer is a four per cent lager.

The third annual Peterborough Lakers Alumni Golf Tournament is being held on on June 24 at Keystone Links Golf & Country Club.

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Electric City Football Club Teams to Compete in Inaugural Trent Severn Cup

An early rivalry between the Electric City Football Club (ECFC) and Simcoe County Rovers FC has sparked the Trent Severn Cup for the two newest League1 Ontario teams announced Monday.

Photo courtesy of Electric City Football Club and David Pickering.

The idea for the Trent Severn Cup was sparked local soccer districts, East Central Ontario Soccer Association (ECOSA) and Huronia District Soccer Association HDSA, that the two League1 teams represent.

“Both franchises have shown a great desire to compete at the highest standards and strive to participate at the highest level in the Canadian Soccer landscape,” said John Copp, HDSA president. “The Districts want to help kick off these franchises' inaugural season and provide the groundwork for what we expect will be a long (friendly) rivalry between two top League 1 Ontario Clubs.”

The cup features a unique format where the winning club is based on the combined score of both the Men’s and Women’s matches each season. If the score after the two matches remains tied, the competition will then be decided by a penalty shootout in the second match.

Photo courtesy of Electric City Football Club.

“Both Clubs share their District's vision to positively impact soccer within their communities and help provide meaningful pathways for players, coaches, and administrators from the grassroots to the semi-professional and professional levels,” said Leslee Bax, ECOSA president. “Both local soccer districts are extremely excited to have semi-professional soccer within our Districts and to see the competition play out for the first time.”

The women play first on Wednesday at 8 p.m followed by the men on July 23rd at 3 p.m. with both games at Fleming College.

“These are the type of competitions that will hopefully help the game grow in the regions and create excitement for the fans and the players,” said Rob Jenkins, ECFC president. “We are very thankful for the two districts support and work in putting this together. We have great respect for the Simcoe County Rovers project and are excited to have an annual competition between two ambitious clubs.”

The trophy (purchased by the two districts) will be on display at the women’s match and will be presented to the winning club at the conclusion of the men’s match.

“As the game continues to grow in a positive direction throughout the country these are the type of relationships and cultures that will help define success and professional development,” said Julian de Guzman, Simcoe County Rovers president.

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Peterborough Century 21 Lakers Return With A Victory At Season Opener

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers were victorious in their MSL season opener on Sunday evening, defeating the Cobourg Kodiaks at the Cobourg Community Centre 15-11.

The Lakers were shorthanded, missing up to 11 regulars from their lineup, and relied heavily on newcomers Austin Hasen, Thomas Whitty, Caleb Creasor, Mitch Ogilvie and Zach Young, and four players called up from the Junior A team – Tyler Grandel, Holden Lowes and Ben Trumble, and Deacan Knott, who backed up Mike Poulin in goal.

“It took us about a period and a half to get accustomed to playing with each other,” said Holden Cattoni, who scored twice and added two assists.”

Hasen, Creasor, Ogilvie and Trumble all scored their first MSL goals.

“It felt really good to be back,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “It’s been a long couple years and to see our group back is a good feeling. I like the way we came to play right off the bat. Our offensive was good and responsible. Our defense was missing a few bodies but they were good; they kept a great tempo and that was great to see.”

The Lakers’ home opener is set for this Thursday. An opponent and more details will be released early this week.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Turner Evans (2-5)

Holden Cattoni (2-2)

Austin Hasen (2-1)

Cory Vitarelli (2-0)

Corey Small (2-0)

Kiel Matisz (1-3)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-1)

Ben Trumble (1-0)

Caleb Creasor (1-0)

Mitch Ogilvie (1-0)

Shawn Evans (0-5)

Thomas Whitty (0-1)

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Mixed Results For Electric City Football As Men Tie And Women Face A Tough Loss This Weekend

A busy weekend of ECFC action yielded mixed results, as the Men’s side drew Master's FA 2-2 on the road, while the Women’s side took a tough 2-1 home loss against Tecumseh SC.

Photo by David Pickering.

The ECFC Men (3-3-2) came home with a 2-2 draw against Master’s FA (0-6-2) after a wild finish to their match in Scarborough.

The clubs remained deadlocked until the 53rd minute when Francis Ameyaw found the back of the net to give Master’s a 1-0 lead. ECFC struck back when Jordan Brown scored his 4th goal of the season to bring the game back to level. Ben Vyfschaft gave ECFC their first lead of the match, when he scored three minutes into extra time, a goal which looked like a game winner at the time.

ECFC’s lead was short-lived as Master’s was able to gridlock the game for good in the 94th minute when Samer Hamade scored.

ECFC Head Coach Randy Ribeiro thought his team deserved a better fate on Saturday night.

“We were so dominant throughout the entire match and deserved the 3 points. We were persistent but credit to Master’s, they defended really well in their 18-yard box all game.”

Ribeiro said the result is a good lesson for his team to learn from as they regroup for their next matchup.

“The game turned so quickly from going from such a high to feeling deflated after conceding in the final seconds of the game. It is a learning opportunity for us. We will regroup and prepare for our game against Scroscoppi on Friday evening”.

The ECFC roster featured another new face in net on Saturday night as Isaiah Cook started his first game for the club. Cook was replacing Eleias Himaras who was unable to play due to an injury sustained in training. Cook is part of the FC Durham/ECFC U21 Reserve team and has been training with the squad and dressing as the second keeper since Quillan Roberts left to represent Guyana in their CONCACAF Nations League Cup matches.

Next up for ECFC they head back on the road for their next matchup as they take on Scroscoppi FC (3-4-1) on Friday night for a 9 p.m. kickoff.

Photo by David Pickering.

The ECFC Women were defeated 2-1 by Tecumseh SC in League1 Ontario Women’s action at Fleming College. Tecumseh SC was led to victory by Striker Kailyn Robertson, who netted a brace in Saturday night's matchup.

Tecumseh (3-2-3) opened the scoring early when Robertson found the back of the net in the 14th minute. ECFC (6-4-0) was able to tie the game up in the 40th minute when Captain Holly O’Neill finished off a scramble in the box after a corner kick, scoring her 7th goal of the season. Tecumseh rapidly restored their lead when Robertson potted her second goal of the night just before halftime in the 45th minute.

ECFC pushed for the equalizer in the second half, creating many positive chances, but were unable to find the back of the net against Tecumseh’s compact defensive formation.

Women’s Assistant Coach Ron Clarke said the story of the game was a tale of two halves, although his team could not find the equalizing goal in the final 45 minutes.

“First half I thought we struggled to build out of the back, they did a good job of pressing us. Two silly mistakes on the back hurt us. The second half, I thought we made the adjustments, we dominated possession the way we wanted to, created chances, but just fell short.”

ECFC entered the matchup with the opportunity to string together three consecutive victories for the first time this season and were unsuccessful in their attempt to achieve the feat. Midfielder Angelika Mihalopulos said the team needs to take the patient approach and trust the process will yield results.

“It is a new team, so it is not going to happen right away. Today was a better showing, it felt like we had the ball 95 per cent of the time, we just could not take that last little step and finish it.”

Just over halfway through the season, ECFC Women currently sit in 6th (and final playoff spot) in the 20 team Women’s Premier Division. This week is a very difficult set of matches for the women with them hosting 3rd place Simcoe County (7-1-2) for the first leg of the Trent Severn Cup competition on Wednesday night at Fleming College. Then on Saturday they host league leading FC London (9-1-0) for a 3pm kickoff at Fleming College.

Coach Clarke said his team will need to be focused and prepared ahead of these upcoming match ups against tough opponents.

“We have a really tough week this week, so we have a lot of work ahead of us. We are really going to need the community to come out and get behind the ladies this week.”

Tickets are available for both matches at electriccityfc.com/tickets and at the gate.

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