2023 Inductees Announced for the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame

Seven names are headed to the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame as they announced their class of 2023 inductees on Wednesday.

(FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) TIM BARRIE, DON BARRIE, ED ARNOLD AND JASON HINTON showing Arnold’s copy of his book ‘ Peterborough’s Perfect Season’ published last year. Arnold has worked in Peterborough Media for over 35 years including roles such as editor, reporter, editor and more. Photo by David Tuan bui.

The induction ceremony is set for June 10 at the Peterborough & District Sports Hall of Fame in the Peterborough Memorial Centre at 7 p.m.

The following are this year’s inductees:

• Ed Arnold - Builder - Media

• Randy Bryan - Athlete - Lacrosse

• Mollie Cartmell - Builder - Administration

• Steve Fredericks - Athlete - Golf

• Kerry Huffman - Athlete - Hockey

• Erin Kent - Athlete - Synchronized Skating

Carolyn Cameron is being recognized as an honourary member for her contribution to the Hall of Fame with the annual golf tournament and website management in particular. Cameron has been a long-standing volunteer and a Board of Directors member.

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Peterborough Petes Commemorate Staff and Players in Annual Year-End Ceremony; President Dave Pogue Announces Retirement

To mark the end of the regular season, Peterborough Petes staff, family and friends attended the team’s annual year-end awards ceremony at The Venue on Tuesday.

Tucker Robertson, Petes forward (left) with the Petes Executive Trophy, presented by Dave Pogue, Petes President (right). Robertson walked awayw ith four awards during the ceremony. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

Speeches were made by Dave Pogue, team president; Rob Wilson, head coach and Shawn Spearing, captain and defenseman prior to the awards being announced. Pogue had announced his retirement as president of the club at the end of June after a seven-year tenure.

“It’s time for a new voice,” he said during his speech. “Thank you for the relationships that I’ve been able to build with you because that’s what means the most to me.”

This was the first awards ceremony held in person since the 2018-19 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The following awards were presented to staff and players:

• Mark Teevens Memorial Award (most assists) – Tucker Robertson (54 assists)

• Ed Redmond Memorial Trophy (scholastics and hockey) – Chase Lefebvre

• Outboard Marine Veterans Award (sportsmanship and ability) – Michael Simpson

• Black’s Family Trophy (rookie of the year) – Liam Sztuska

• Vince and Lottie Garvey Award (off-ice contribution) – Lynda Johnson (Longtime 50/50 Seller and Petes Booster Club member)

• Molson Cup (most three-star selections voted by media) – Tucker Robertson (Also won in 2021-22)

• Donnie Marsh Memorial Trophy (most dedicated to team) – Donovan McCoy (Also won in 2021-22)

• Ed Rowe Memorial Award (most goals) – Avery Hayes (43 goals)

• Norm Bryan Award (most improved player) – Jonathan Melee

• Ushers Trophy (best defenceman) – Samuel Mayer (Also won in 2021-22)

• Bill Bennett/CKPT Memorial Award (leading scorer) – Tucker Robertson (90 points)

• Gary Dalliday Award (community service) – Konnor Smith (Also won in 2021-22)

• Petes Executive Trophy (most valuable player voted by teammates) – Tucker Robertson (Also won in 2021-22)

The Board of Directors and Alumni Association recognized and presented gifts to graduating and overage players that include the following:

• Michael Simpson

• Cam Gauvreau

• Samuel Mayer

• Brian Zanetti

• J.R. Avon

• Connor Lockhart

• Tucker Robertson

• Jax Dubois

• Chase Stillman

• Brennan Othmann

• Gavin White

• Avery Hayes

• Shawn Spearing

Michael Oke, Petes general manager commemorated the regular season's success while making optimistic remarks as the team enters the playoffs. He also thanked everyone who was a part of the Petes season including players, coaches, family, media and staff.

The Petes begin their playoff run at home against the Sudbury Wolves with game one on Thursday night at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

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Ontario Investing Over $200,000 Into Campbellford and Norwood Curling Clubs

MPP David Piccini announced a combined $200,900 of funding for the Norwood and Campbellford Curling Clubs on Saturday at Norwood Curling Club’s annual Maplefest event.

photo courtesy of the office of mpp piccini.

The grants, funded through the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), will replace the roof of the Norwood club and improve accessibility at the Campbellford club.

“This funding is big news for the Trent Hills and Norwood area and will ensure that members of our community have plenty of options to stay active and engaged,” said MPP David Piccini. “Our government will continue to support important projects like these in rural areas as we build a stronger Ontario.”

The Norwood Curling Club received a $86,200 Capital grant from OTF to replace the roof on its century-old facility. The building hosts the annual Norwood Fair and is available to the public for community events. The Norwood Curling Club is run by volunteers and is open to everyone, offering multiple recreational, educational and competitive curling leagues. Additional information is available online.

"This Ontario Trillium Foundation grant will allow the Club to replace the roof and thereby significantly extend the life of this vital community building and ensure that it remains available for years to come,” said Denton Curry, President of Norwood Curling Club.   

At the same time as the Norwood Club learned of its grant, the Campbellford Curling and Racquet Club received the good news that it was receiving a $114,700 Capital grant. The Club is making a series of accessibility upgrades to its building, including the addition of new automated, touchless doors, installing a wheelchair lift, widening doors to the locker room areas and squash courts, adding ramps where needed and more, ensuring that the building is even more accessible in the years to come. The Club provides recreational activities for people of all ages living in the Trent Hills community and surrounding areas. It provides a welcoming and accessible space to keep active and stay connected with the community. For more information, visit the website. 

“The Campbellford and District Curling and Racquet Club is truly the hub of our community,” said Carol Currelly-Burnham of the Campbellford Curling and Racquet Club. “We foster a sense of belonging which is a vital component of our community’s overall health. Thanks to the generosity of the Ontario Government and the Ontario Trillium Foundation, we are able to make our site truly accessible to all.”

The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF), an agency of the Government of Ontario, and one of Canada’s leading granting foundations celebrates 40 years of grantmaking in Ontario and making a lasting impact in communities. Last year, OTF invested nearly $209M into 2,042 community projects and partnerships, which included funding for the Government of Ontario’s Community Building Fund. Visit otf.ca to learn more.

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Douro Boxer Cody Crowley Earns Majority Decision Victory Over Abel Ramos In Las Vegas Bout

Emotion was overflowing for Douro boxer Cody Crowley as he is one step closer to challenging for World Boxing Council (WBC) welterweight title after his win over Abel Ramos in an elimination match at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday night.

Photo courtesy of Esther Lin / Showtime.

Crowley won his fight on his 30th birthday by majority decision with the judges scoring it 116-112, 115-113 and 114-114 in a 12-round bout. He improves his record to 22-0 with nine knockouts.

Ramos initially knocked down Crowley in the 11th round and was initially ruled so as Crowley’s glove appeared to touch the canvas. The Nevada commission reviewed the knockdown and corrected that call, saying Crowley’s glove did not touch.

The Douro southpaw had dedicated his fight to his father who took his own life last year. This was his first fight since his passing.

Cody voice was quivering and fought back tears during his post-fight interview with Jim Grey as he was overwhelmed with emotion.

“I worked my whole entire life for this opportunity,” said Crowley. “The last two years I didn't want to live because I couldn't get my shot. Fights kept getting cancelled. I've been training since July. I've been broke and I wanted to take my own life and I didn't. My dad did. If it wasn't for him I wouldn't be here today.”

Prior to the fight, Crowley had pledged to raise $55,000 for Team 55: Let’s Tackle Suicide Awareness as he has had mental issues during the course of his life. There was $18,840 already raised from a raffle prior to his fight.

“Anyone who is thinking about taking their own life, who doesn't want to be here, I'm proof you can keep fighting and you will win,” he explained. “I just want to say I love my dad and I love my mom and without them, I wouldn't be here today and I wouldn't be the man I am.”

Crowley is possibly slated to fight the winner between the second-ranked Yordenis Ugas and fifth-ranked Mario Barrios with their fight scheduled for the summer.

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Peterborough Petes Playoff Tickets On Sale As Team Prepares For Post-Season Run

The Peterborough Petes have drawn the Sudbury Wolves for the first round of the OHL playoffs as tickets are on sale for the best-of-seven series beginning Thursday.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

They are available through the Grant Thornton Box Office, over the phone by calling (705) 743-3561 or by going online. In-person sales begin at the Box Office on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the PMC.

Anyone who purchased a Bobcaygeon Brewing Co. Petes Playoff 6-Pack can now redeem their voucher codes by going to the Petes website for only first-round home games.

Season Ticket Members automatically receive their tickets before each game (delivered by Wednesday). Those who have not reserved their tickets must do so by 5 p.m. a day prior to the scheduled game.

At 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning, all unclaimed Season Ticket Member seats for that round will be released for sale to the general public. Season Ticket Members have until 5 p.m. on Wednesday to reserve their seats for round one.

The following is the official first-round playoff schedule:

• Game 1: Thursday, March 30 at 7:05 p.m. - Sudbury vs. Peterborough

• Game 2: Friday, March 31 at 7:05 p.m. - Sudbury vs. Peterborough

• Game 3: Tuesday, April 4 at 7:05 p.m. - Peterborough vs. Sudbury

• Game 4: Wednesday, April 5 at 7:05 p.m. - Peterborough vs. Sudbury

• Game 5: Friday, April 7 at 7:05 p.m. - Sudbury vs. Peterborough*

• Game 6: Sunday, April 9 at 7:05 p.m. - Peterborough vs. Sudbury*

• Game 7: Tuesday, April 11 at 7:05 p.m. - Sudbury vs. Peterborough*

*If necessary

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Dr. J's Hosting Viewing Party For Douro's Cody Crowley's Vegas Bout On Saturday Night

Ahead of Douro boxer Cody Crowley’s biggest fight in Las Vegas, boxing fans can view his fight at Dr. J’s BBQ & Brews viewing party and aid his ‘55 for Team 55’ fundraiser on Saturday night.

Photo courtesy of Cody Crowley.

The viewing party’s $20 admission fee goes toward Team 55: Let’s Tackle Suicide Awareness and the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Assertive Outreach for Suicide Prevention program.

Crowley has a 21-0 record with nine knockouts. He is fighting Abel Ramos in the Showtime pay-per-view at a Premier Boxing Champions event at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. A Team 55 patch is being worn on his trunks for the fight.

Crowley dedicated his fight to his late father Jim Crowley who ended his own life last year. Cody pledged to raise $55,000 for Team 55. There was $18,840 already raised from a raffle with the grand prize of ringside tickets, flight and accommodation to see the fight.

Addison Brown, owner of Dr. J’s BBQ and Brews, has been Cody’s friend for the past eight years and is proud to support him in whatever way possible.

“When he was looking for sponsorships throughout Peterborough, I reached out to him saying ‘I’ve been following you and growing up as an athlete, I’ve had a lot of support with the community and I wanted to sponsor you for the next fight,’” explained Brown. “We grew and developed a relationship. He helped me when I was going through some things about my brother and I did with his father.”

Reservations for the fight can be made at the Dr. J’s website.

Cody spoke at a Team 55 Friday Night Lights fundraiser in 2017 that sparked a friendship with Dave Pogue, Team 55 founder who lost his son Mitchell to suicide.

“Cody’s commitment to fundraising in the name of his father, through his international boxing platform not only is commendable but amazing, as far as we are concerned at Team 55,” he said. “Since 2017, Cody has been a great supporter of our mental health and suicide awareness programs and for him to commit to raising $55,000 for Team 55 this year will help keep our Assertive Outreach for Suicide Prevention program running for another year and a half.”

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Petes Lose Final Home Regular-Season Game To League-Leading Ottawa 67s, 4-1

The Peterborough Petes cannot finish off their final regular-season home game on a good note as they took a 4-1 loss to the league-leading Ottawa 67s at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

The Petes remain fourth in the Eastern Conference and second in the East Division, two points ahead of the Hamilton Bulldogs with a game in hand. Photo courtesy of Kenneth ANdersen Photography and the Peterborough PEtes.

Both teams had to feel out the game in the opening period as both teams could not register a goal. Peterborough lead the shot count, 18-11 over Ottawa.

The 67s drew first blood as Thomas Sirman got a rebound past Michael Simpson to make it 1-0. Peterborough answered three minutes later as Donovan McCoy forced a turnover allowing Owen Beck to do the rest. He scored on a solo mission, extending his point streak to nine games for a 1-1 tie. Ottawa got one right back as Brady Stonehouse scored on a tip to give Ottawa a 2-1 lead.

The OHL’s top team kept it coming as Luca Penelli on a quick snap shot, wired it past Simpson from the high slot for a 3-1 lead. Ottawa added an empty netter to take the game 4-1.

The Petes can get revenge on Friday as they travel to Ottawa for a rematch and home-and-home series against the 67s.

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Peterborough Petes Raise $65,000 For PRHC From Pink In the Rink Campaign

The Peterborough Petes have raised $64,870 for the 2023 Pink in the Rink Campaign towards cancer care at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) announced on Tuesday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

A cheque presentation took place at the PRHC on Tuesday, featuring campaign ambassadors, PRHC and Petes staff and Roger the Mascot.

A total of $954,136 has been raised after this year’s campaign. This year’s campaign raised a preliminary fundraising total of $62,600, with donations continuing to roll in after the annual Pink in the Rink game on Feb. 4.

“Through incredible fan support, and the work of our Campaign and Physician Ambassadors, it is exciting to see that the 2023 Pink in the Rink campaign put us within reach of the $1 million fundraising mark,” commented Burton Lee, Petes executive director of business operations. “The Peterborough community did what it does best on February 4 and that is get behind an important cause, all in support and recognition of some truly inspiring hockey moms.” 

Five local hockey moms: Dara Gosselin, Jennie Ireland, Elke Rye, Karen Tarkington and Dana Thorn were named Hockey Mom Ambassadors for the 2023 Campaign. They joined Physician Ambassador Dr. Neera Jeyabalan, PRHC Foundation President; CEO Leslie Heighway and Chris Hinze, Minor Hockey Pink in the Rink organizer and husband of late hockey mom Melissa Hinze, on the ice before the 2023 Pink in the Rink Game for a ceremony recognizing all of their cancer journeys.

The Petes play their last home game of the regular season against the East-leading Ottawa 67s with puck drop for scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

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Former Fleming College Athletics Coordinator Inducted Into OCAA Hall of Fame

Former Fleming College Athletics Coordinator Fred Batley is among the newest inductees to the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) Hall of Fame.

fred batley. photo courtesy of fleming college.

Batley was recognized this week in the Builder category for his effort, influence, commitment, dedication and passion for collegiate sports at Fleming College.

An employee in Fleming’s Athletics Department for 42 years, Batley was committed to ensuring the student-athlete experience was a priority and front of mind, often noting the importance of doing what it takes to get the job done.

During his lengthy career, he took on numerous roles with the OCAA and Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) executive committees. His career included serving as OCAA President for two separate terms (1993-1995 and 2011-2013), serving as Past President (1995-1997) and sitting on the selection committee for numerous sports including Men's Hockey, Men's Basketball, Men's and Women's Soccer and Men's and Women's Volleyball. Batley was also the OCAA Men’s Rugby Convenor (2017) and Women’s Rugby Sevens Convenor (2018). 

His work with the OCAA also included roles on the Constitution Committee, Eligibility Committee, Finance Committee and the Safety & Risk Management Committee.  

Batley also served as a CCAA Convenor for a total of eight seasons, from 2008-2010 and again from 2014-2020. Prior to that, he was also a member of the CCAA Executive for nine years. Batley was the VP Governance (1999-2002), the CCAA President (2002-2006) and Past President (2006-2008). 

Before retiring in 2019, he closed out his duties working not only as Athletic Coordinator at Fleming but as the Women’s Volleyball Convenor for the CCAA.

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Season Tickets Sales For Peterborough Lakers Begin Wednesday

As the Peterborough Lakers begin their “Drive for Five,” tickets for the upcoming season are available to the public beginning on Wednesday.

The Lakers went to game seven against the Langley Thunder to win their fourth-straight Mann Cup. Photo courtesy of David Pickering and the Peterborough Lakers.

Benefits for season ticket buyers and renewals include:  

• Exclusive access to pre-sale tickets for all home games will save fans money rather than buying tickets for each game 

• Priority seating selection for the regular season and playoffs 

Season tickets can be purchased or renewed beginning Wednesday at the Peterborough Memorial Centre box office. Current ticket holders must renew their seats by May 5. 

If previous season ticket holders miss the due date, their reserved seats will be open to the exchange of seats by other season ticket holders or new buyers.  

A ticket seat exchange will be held on May 10 for those who have bought or renewed their seats but wish to see if they can find better seats.

All season tickets will be printed after May 10 and will be available for pickup on May 17. 

"We are thrilled to offer season ticket buyers and renewals the opportunity to be a part of our journey as we strive for another Mann Cup Championship in the Drive for 5," said Paul Day, Lakers general manager. "Our fans are an integral part of our success, and we look forward to providing them with an unforgettable season of lacrosse." 

The following are the eight-game 2023 season ticket prices:

• Regular Bowl: Adult $141.60, Senior $117.60, Student $101.60, Child $ 61.60, Suite Holder $141.60

• Club Seats: Adult $177.60, Senior $153.60, Student $137.60, Child $ 97.60

Below are the new single ticket prices:

• Regular Bowl: Adult $20.20, Senior $15.70, Student $12.70, Child $ 7.70

• Regular Bowl Group rate: Adult $15.70, Senior $13.20, Student $10.70, Child $ 7.70

• Club: Adult $24.70, Senior $19.70, Student $17.70, Child $12.70

• Skye Box: $14.25 per person

• Birthday Box $15.45 per person

• Restaurant $15.20

Under a new Facility Agreement negotiated during winter with the City of Peterborough, the Lakers increased their ticket share by one dollar across all tickets.

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