Peterborough Petes Paying Tribute To Booster Club Founding Member Who Passed Away On March 31

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The spirit and memory of Peterborough Petes Booster Club founding member Betty Nelson is being honoured by the team and the Peterborough Minor Hockey Council (PMHC) during game four of the Eastern Conference Semi-Final on Thursday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Nelson passed away on March 31, the same day the Petes took a 2-0 series lead in the Eastern Conference quarterfinal against the Sudbury Wolves. 

She was a founding member of the Petes Booster Club and volunteered to sell 50/50 tickets at almost every home game at the Memorial Centre from 1967 until retiring in 2019. She was revered, especially at the Gibson’s Finest Club Section, forming bonds with several fans over the years.

The PMHC, who operates the 50/50 draws, is donating a portion of the proceeds to a fund in Nelson’s name, which will be used to support members of the Petes community. Tickets can be purchased beginning on Wednesday until the end of the second intermission on Thursday night. The largest ever guaranteed 50/50 jackpot has a minimum of $5,000 to be won.

The Petes are paying tribute to the Bosoter Club founding member in a special presentation during the first-period TV timeout on Thursday. Fans are encouraged to show their support and appreciation of Nelson at that time. 

“Having the opportunity to pay tribute to Betty during a playoff game is very special, as she was one of our most passionate supporters throughout all of Petes history and would have been so excited to take part in this playoff run,” said Burton Lee, Petes executive director of business operations. “You could always count on Betty, game-in and game-out and her persistence and commitment serves as a model for so many volunteers that help our team thrive. She will forever hold a prominent place in the hearts of Petes players, staff and fans.” 

The Petes are back in action for game four on Thursday to try and take a commanding 3-1 series over the Ottawa 67’s. Puck drop is at 7:05 p.m.

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Former Fleming College Athlete Inducted Into Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association Hall of Fame

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Former Fleming College Knight Darl Sutherland has been inducted in the Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) Hall of Fame.

photo courtesy of fleming college.

The CCAA announced his induction April 6 along with 10 other athletes and coaches.  

Sutherland ran cross country for the Fleming Knights from 2000-2006. An Educational Support program student, Sutherland was a mainstay on the Knights’ successful cross country program in the early 2000s. The team, as well as Sutherland, racked up many accolades over five years on both the Ontario College Athletic Association (OCAA) and the CCAA levels.  

Sutherland excelled at the CCAA level, placing third at the 2002 and 2004 CCAA championships, the same years he was recognized as an All-Canadian Athlete. In 2002 his team earned a men's silver medal along with the OCAA conference. In 2004 Sutherland earned the same accolade again when he earned silver medals for the Knights Team and OCAA conference. The following year, his last, he won a team bronze at Nationals. 

The 2023 CCAA Hall of Fame Banquet takes place June 13 in Niagara Falls.

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Limited Tickets Released For Game Three of Peterborough Petes Home Playoff Matchup

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A very limited number of Peterborough Petes tickets have been released for Tuesday’s game three of the Eastern Conference Semi-Final against the Ottawa 67s at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) announced Tuesday morning.

The Petes split a 1-1 road series against Ottawa, losing the first game 4-2 and winning the econd, 2-1. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Tickets can be purchased for Tuesday and Thursday’s games by clicking going online or by contacting the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office in person or at (705) 743-3561. Box office hours are 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, and on game day until the second period. 

Fans attending Tuesday’s game are encouraged to wear white for the game for a ‘white out’ with exclusive playoff rally towels provided. The move is to show encouragement for the home team during the playoffs. The tradition began in 1987 by the Winnipeg Jets as a form of intimidation while displaying home team support.

Limited Edition Playoff Rally Towels are being given out at Tuesday night’s Game to all fans in attendance.

The following is the remaining schedule for the second round against the Ottawa 67s:

  • Game 3: Tuesday, April 18 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough

  • Game 4: Thursday, April 20 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough

  • Game 5: Saturday, April 22 @ 4:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa

  • Game 6: Monday, April 24 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough*

  • Game 7: Tuesday, April 25 @ 7:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa*

*if necessary

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Peterborough's Porter Martone Selected for Team Canada's 2023 IIHF U18 World Championship Roster

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Peterborough’s Porter Martone has been selected to Team Canada's 2023 IIHF U18 World Championship Roster, competing in Basel and Ajoie, Switzerland, announced on Saturday.

Photo courtesy of Natalie Shaver of OHL Images.

He is joined by former Peterborough Pete Nick Lardis, who was shipped to the Hamilton Bulldogs on Jan. 7, a few days prior to the trade deadline.

Martone had six goals and seven assists in 29 games with the Sarnia Sting before being traded to the Mississauga Steelheads, also on Jan. 7. The Peterborough-born forward saw an increase in numbers after the move, with 13 goals and nine assists in 32 games.

He was a member of the Peterborough Petes U15 AAA team, scoring six goals and 15 assists in 36 games.

Team Canada’s rosted announced on Saturday. Photo courtesy of Hockey Canada.

The following is Team Canada’s schedule:

  • Canada vs. Sweden - April 20

  • Canada vs. Germany - April 21

  • Slovakia vs. Canada - April 23

  • Czech Republic vs. Canada - April 25

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Peterborough Petes Even Series With 2-1 Road Win Over Ottawa 67s

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After losing game one to the regular-season champion Ottawa 67s 4-2 on Friday, the Peterborough Petes have evened the series at 1-1 with a 2-1 win at the TD Place on Sunday afternoon.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

The first goal occurred during a four-on-four. Petes goaltender Michael Simpson made a difficult save with heavy traffic in front in point-blank range. This resulted in an odd-man rush as J.R. Avon fed Brennan Othmann for a 1-0 lead. That resulted in the period’s only goal.

Peterborough kept their foot on the gas as 30 seconds in, the Petes won the faceoff where Gavin White slapped one home from the point with a screen to make it 2-0. Simpson had stopped all 23 shots to this point, looking for the first playoff shutout of the season.

Peterborough clamped down defensively, reducing Ottawa to three shots in the period. The 67s pulled their goalie late in the game and scored a goal just 87 seconds left in the game. Jack Matier took a swipe at a loose puck after the faceoff draw in the Petes zone that snuck through Simpson but the Petes hung on for a 2-1 win.

Simpson and Othmann earned first and second star of the game honours with Matier earning the third star for Ottawa.

The Petes are on home ice at the Peterborough Memorial Centre Tuesday for game three, looking to take a series lead for the first time against Ottawa.

Fans are encouraged to wear white for the game for a ‘white out’ with exclusive playoff rally towels provided. The move is to show encouragement for the home team during the playoffs. The tradition began in 1987 by the Winnipeg Jets as a form of intimidation while displaying home team support.

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Hometown PTBO: Discover the Hidden Talents of the Peterborough Petes Coaches and Players

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This week on Hometown PTBO, Pete Dalliday talks with Peterborough Petes staff and players ahead of their playoff series against the Ottawa 67s to see if they have any hidden talents.

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Peterborough Petes Second-Round Playoff Tickets Now Available

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Playoff tickets for the Peterborough Petes’s games three and four of the Eastern Conference Semi-Final between the Peterborough Petes and the Ottawa 67s are now on sale announce on Wednesday. 

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

Tickets can be purchased online or by contacting the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office in person or at (705) 743-3561. Box office hours are 9:30 - 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, they can also be reached over the phone on Monday, between 9:30 - 5 p.m.

The following is the matchup schedule for the second round against the Ottawa 67s:

  • Game 1: Friday, April 14 @ 7:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa

  • Game 2: Sunday, April 16 @ 2:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa

  • Game 3: Tuesday, April 18 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough

  • Game 4: Thursday, April 20 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough

  • Game 5: Saturday, April 22 @ 4:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa*

  • Game 6: Monday, April 24 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough*

  • Game 7: Tuesday, April 25 @ 7:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa*

*if necessary

The only way to guarantee tickets is with a season ticket package according to the Petes. They can be purchased by contacting (705) 743-3561 ext. 6000, or by emailing tickets@gopetesgo.com. 

Season Ticket Members that pre-authorized or purchased a round one bundle will be credited on their PMC account for games five and seven. Any pre-authorized accounts will have that credit will be applied to the purchase of round two bundles automatically. Fans who did not pre-authorize and would like to purchase a round two bundle can via PMC Grant Thornton Box Office starting on Wednesday. Season Ticket Member bundles must be purchased by Monday at 5 p.m. 

Pre-authorized Season Ticket Members do not need to contact the Box Office; their tickets will be automatically distributed. Season Ticket Members without a bundle will have access to purchase their seats until 5 p.m. on Monday.

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Fleming Athletics Celebrates Student Athletes at the Annual Fleming Athletic Varsity Banquet

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Fleming College’s student athletes were celebrated during the Annual Fleming Athletic Varsity Banquet on March 31.  

photo courtesy of fleming college.

In a night full of surprises, former Athletic Coordinator Fred Batley was honoured by former colleague Jane Bolin for his induction into the Ontario College Athletic Association (OCAA) Hall of Fame.  

Fleming College also created an award in Batley's name, to further honour the long-time standing member of Fleming College's Athletic Department.

The Fred Batley Coaches Award honours current Fleming coaches. Loggersports coach Al Cavers and Rugby Women’s 7’s coach Donnie Maillet were the inaugural recipients this year.  

Team Awards were presented to the following student athletes who excelled on their teams:  

Cross Country

MVP: Frances Emery

Rookie of the Year: Ainsley Taggett 

Men’s Curling

MVP: Nolan Galardo

Rookie of the Year: Cameron Fraser-Freeman 

Women’s Curling

MVP: Carissa Stauffer

Rookie of the Year: Kelly Galt 

Women’s Volleyball

MVP: Holly Pennings
Rookie of the Year: Zofia Boruta 

Men’s Volleyball

MVP: Sam Deschenes
Rookies of the Year: Tim Akers and Calvin Dekok 

Loggersports

Female MVP: Alexandra Bennett
Male MVP: Desmond Burman-Martin
Female Rookie of the Year: Madelyn McInnes
Male Rookie of the Year: Jakob Ursic  

Men’s Basketball

MVPs: Theon Esseboom and Kyle Shiferaw
Rookies of the Year: Keandre Jackson and Brock Stupar 

Women’s Rugby 7’s

MVP: Rachael King
Rookie of the Year: Abby Todd 

Women’s Soccer

MVP: Ainsley Taggett
Rookie of the Year: Hannah Vallier 

Men’s Soccer

MVPs: Logan Scott and Sahil Bhardwaj 
Rookie of the Year: Sam Barker 

OCAA All Academic Awards were presented to student athletes who maintained a 3.6 GPA or higher during their season: 

Chloe Bender, Amy Browett, Emma Janes, Hollie Phillips, Montana Rank, Abby Todd, Sam Barker, Aaron Molenhuis, Rob Ryan, Pushkar Patel, Maggie Hope, Nicole Nielsen, Breann Maillet-Goodfellow, Zofia Boruta, Keeley Cox, Alexandra Joli-Coeur, Kaitlyn McConkey, Emma Sluggett, Ted Davis, Paul Molay, Nate Stephen, Kaden Bulmer, Leo Arseneault, Jordan Brown, Cameron Butyn, Ethan Johnston, Scott McDonald, Scott Gauer, Blake Fellman, Alexandra Bennett, Claeyr Townsend, Tanya Pelerine, Madelyn McInnes, Brittany Smith- Kelso, Anna Westwood, Sarah D’hondt, Arden Curran, Emma Holder 

OCAA Honour Awards were presented to our student athletes based on their athletic performance. Recipients were selected and voted on by other OCAA institutions.  

2022 OCAA Women's Rugby Sevens Championship All Star: Rachael King 

2022 OCAA Women's Rugby Sevens Championship All Star and 2022 OCAA Academic & Athletic Excellence Award: Montana Rank 

2022 OCAA Academic & Athletic Excellence Award: Abby Todd 

2022 OCAA Women's Cross Country Second All Ontario Team: Frances Emery  

Women's Cross Country Second All-Ontario Team: Ainsley Taggett 

Men's Volleyball Second Team All-Star: Dion Pearson-Laviolette 

The Fleming Athletics All Academic Knight award is presented to a first-year athlete with a 3.6 GPA or higher. This year’s award recipient is Kaden Bulmer. 

This year’s Rachael Spearing Award is presented to a women’s rugby player who demonstrated heart, spirit, sportsmanship, and dedication on the field. This year’s Rachael Spearing Award recipient is Amy Browett. 

The Kris Starr Award and Adam Evans Award are each presented to Loggersports athletes who show their heart, spirit, dedication, and love of sport. This year’s awards were presented to:  

Kris Starr Award: Matthew Douchant

Adam Evans Award: Ethan Johnston 

All-Around Athlete Awards are presented to a male and female athlete who performed at a high level both on and off the field of play. These athletes demonstrate great leadership, commitment, and dedication. This year’s winners are:   

Male All Around Athlete of the Year: Stephen Cadamuro
Female All Around Athlete of the Year: Ainsley Taggett 

Fleming Athletics Athlete of the Year Awards go to a male and female athlete who performed exceptional achievements within their sports while maintaining academic eligibility. Our 2022-2023 Athlete of the Year awards go to:  

Male Athlete of the Year: Scott Gauer
Female Athlete of the Year: Abby Todd 

Fleming College and the Fleming Athletics and Recreation department would like to congratulate all our student athletes, coaches and award recipients who showed their dedication and hard work throughout the 2022-2023 varsity season, and wishes all the graduating athletes well as they move on throughout their post collegiate lives.  

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Peterborough Petes Set to Face Regular-Season Champion Ottawa 67s In OHL East Semifinals; Game One On Friday

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The Peterborough Petes have a tall task in the second round of the playoffs as they have drawn the regular-season champion Ottawa 67s for the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Eastern Conference semifinal with game one on Friday.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

The matchup was confirmed after Ethan Cardwell of the Barrie Colts rifled the game-winning goal against Matteo Drobec and the defending champion Hamilton Bulldogs with less than 10 seconds in the game for a 5-4 victory. It was the series winner as the Colts advanced with a 4-2 series win.

Peterborough was the fourth-seeded team in the Eastern Conference and saw all teams ranked above them win their playoff series. This resulted in the Petes being paired with the top-seeded Ottawa 67s in the second round of the playoffs.

The Petes have a 2-5 record against Ottawa, losing their last four matchups including their last two matchups within the final three games of the regular season against them. Peterborough has won their first two of three matchups against Ottawa during that seven-game span.

The following is the matchup schedule for the second round against the Ottawa 67s:

  • Game 1: Friday, April 14 @ 7:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa

  • Game 2: Sunday, April 16 @ 2:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa

  • Game 3: Tuesday, April 18 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough

  • Game 4: Thursday, April 20 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough

  • Game 5: Saturday, April 22 @ 4:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa*

  • Game 6: Monday, April 24 @ 7:05 p.m. – Ottawa @ Peterborough*

  • Game 7: Tuesday, April 25 @ 7:00 p.m. – Peterborough @ Ottawa*

*if necessary

The following are the second-round matchups:

  • Ottawa 67s vs. Peterborough Petes

  • London Knights vs. Kitchener Rangers

  • Sarnia Sting vs. Saginaw Spirit

  • North Bay Battalion vs. Barrie Colts

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Peterborough's Nolan Burke Sends Sarnia Sting to Second Round With Walk-Off Overtime Goal

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Sarnia Sting forward and Peterborough’s Nolan Burke has taken his team to the second round after scoring a walk-off game-winning goal in a 4-3 overtime win over the Guelph Storm at the Sleeman Centre in Guelph on Sunday night.

Burke finsihed with career highs of 50 goals and 32 assists during the regular season. Burke has signed a three-year entry level contract with the Nashville PRedators back in November. Photo courtesy of Tim Burke.

The Sting had a 3-2 series lead over Guelph as Burke also had the game-tying assist that put the game into overtime.

Burke received a drop pass Zach Filak as Sarnia crossed the blue line and entered the offensive zone. Burke circled around the net and buried a wraparound goal, slipping it by Storm goaltender Patrick Leaver for the walk-off and series-ending goal.

The goal was Burke’s second overtime goal of the series. He awas awarded third-star of the game honuors with a goal and an assist.

The Sting have yet to advance to the second round of the playoffs since 2018.

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