Schedule Set for First Round Playoff Series Between Peterborough Lakers and Oakville Rock

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are playoff bound, with dates now set for their best-of-five first-round Major Series Lacrosse series against the Oakville Rock.

the peterborough lakers will face the oakville rock in the opening round of the MSL playoffs, with game 1 set tuesday, august 4th, in oakville and game 2 at the peterborough memorial centre on august 6th (photo courtesy of the peterborough lakers, via david pickering)

Peterborough secured third place in the regular season with a 10-7 record and will open the postseason against the second-place Rock, with Game 1 taking place in Oakville.

The Lakers' first home playoff game is scheduled for Thursday, August 6th at 8pm at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

Oakville swept the three-game regular season series, including a 13-12 victory over the Lakers at the PMC on July 16. Peterborough, however, heads into the playoffs on a three-game winning streak after closing out the regular season by securing third place.

Fans looking to attend every home playoff game can take advantage of the Lakers' new Pay As You Play ticket option. The program allows fans to reserve the same seats throughout the playoffs, with their credit card charged only after each home game is officially confirmed. If a home game is not played, there is no charge.

The deadline to register for the Pay As You Play program is Monday, August 4th at 9am

Single-game tickets go on sale Tuesday, August 5th at 10am through the Peterborough Memorial Centre box office and Ticketmaster.

First-Round Schedule

• Game 1 – Tuesday, August 4th at the Toronto Rock Athletic Centre in Oakville, 8pm

• Game 2 – Thursday, August 6th at the Peterborough Memorial Centre, 8pm

• Game 3 – Saturday, August 8th at the Toronto Rock Athletic Centre in Oakville, 7pm

• Game 4 (if necessary) – Sunday, August 9th at the Peterborough Memorial Centre, 7pm

• Game 5 (if necessary) – Tuesday, August 11th at the Toronto Rock Athletic Centre in Oakville, 8pm

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Peterborough's Sarah Porter Scores Three Touchdowns in Team Ontario’s Gold Medal Win at National Championship in Saskatchewan

By Scott Arnold

Peterborough’s Sarah Porter helped Team Ontario capture gold at the 2026 U18 Women’s Tackle National Championship, scoring three touchdowns in the championship game to help secure the title.

peterborough’s sarah porter scored three touchdowns for team ontario in their gold medal win at the u18 women’s tackle national championship in Saskatchewan (photo via facebook @peterboroughwolverines))

The former Peterborough Wolverine and current Peterborough Pagans Rugby U18 Girls player represented Ontario at the national tournament, held July 20-28 in Regina, Saskatchewan.

peterborough athlete sarah porter played a key role in team ontario’s championship win at the u18 women’s tackle national championship that took place in regina last week (photo via instagram @footballcanada_official)

Porter, who plays running back, was one of 25 athletes selected to the 2026 Team Ontario U18 Women’s Tackle Program following a competitive selection process that saw more than 90 players from across the province attend the team’s high-performance development camp.

Team Ontario opened the tournament with wins over Quebec and Saskatchewan before continuing its strong run through the championship rounds. Porter scored two touchdowns in Ontario’s 64-0 win over Manitoba before helping lead the team to a gold medal with a 68-8 victory over Quebec in the final, where she scored three touchdowns.

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Porter’s recent football accomplishments also include being named the Senior Most Valuable Defensive Player for the Peterborough Kinsmen Minor Football League’s Roughriders in 2022.

The gold medal adds another achievement to a growing list of accomplishments for Porter, who continues to represent Peterborough on the provincial and national football stage.

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Lakers Clinch Third Place with Overtime Win Against First Place Six Nations Chiefs

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are heading into the Major Series Lacrosse playoffs on a high note after knocking off the Six Nations Chiefs 7-6 in overtime Tuesday night to secure third place in the Major Series Lacrosse standings.

the peterborough lakers secured third place in the msl standing with a 7-6 overtime road win against six nations tuesday night and will face second place oakville in the opening round of playoffs (photo courtesy of the peterborough lakers, via david pickering)

The victory improved Peterborough to 10-7 on the season, secured third place in the Major Series Lacrosse standings and extended the Lakers' winning streak to three games. The win also locked up a first-round playoff matchup against the second-place Oakville Rock.

Ryan Lanchbury played the hero, scoring the overtime winner 3:17 into overtime. The Lakers led for nearly the entire game, building an early 2-0 advantage and never allowing the Chiefs to take the lead.

The win was especially significant as Peterborough became the only team to beat Six Nations on the floor during the regular season. While the Chiefs officially finished with two losses, their other defeat came by league forfeiture after an ineligible player dressed for a game against Oakville.

Justin Sykes scored twice for the Lakers, while Lanchbury finished with two goals, including the winner. Colton Armstrong and Mike Robinson also found the back of the net. Thomas Hoggarth picked up two assists, while Holden Cattoni and Braedon Saris added one each.

Goaltender Drew Hutchison turned in another strong performance, helping the Lakers hold off one of the league's highest-scoring offences.

Peterborough closes out the regular season Thursday night when the Owen Sound North Stars visit the Peterborough Memorial Centre for Fan Appreciation Night before the playoffs begin.

The playoff schedule and ticket information for the Lakers first round semifinal series against Oakville have not yet been released. The other series will feature Six Nations versus either the Brooklin Lacrosse Club or the Cobourg Kodiaks.

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Peterborough U14 AA Wolverines Capture Dan Grossi Memorial Cup in London

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough U14 AA Wolverines are Ontario Summer Football League champions after defeating the London Jr Mustangs 35-14 in the Dan Grossi Memorial Cup on Friday at Western Alumni Stadium in London.

the peterborough u14 AA wolverines are champions after winning the dan grossi memorial cup at western alumni stadium in london (photo via facebook @osflmedia)

The Wolverines capped off their season with an impressive championship victory over the Jr Mustangs, bringing home the Dan Grossi Memorial Cup after a 35-14 win in the Ontario Summer Football League (OSFL) final.

Peterborough entered the playoffs after finishing the regular season with a 6-4 record, placing fourth in the OSFL East Division. London also finished fourth in its division, posting a 5-5 record in the West before advancing to the championship game.

The title game was played at Western Alumni Stadium, where the Wolverines finished their season on top with a convincing win.

The championship is named in memory of Dan Grossi, the late president of the Toronto Jr. Argonauts, who was widely recognized for his dedication to youth football and his commitment to supporting young athletes and their families throughout the football community.

The victory caps off a memorable season for the Wolverines, who turned a 6-4 regular season into an OSFL championship and will bring the Dan Grossi Memorial Cup back to Peterborough.

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Trent Excalibur Send Two Players and a Coach To Represent Canada at 2026 World Lacrosse Women’s Championship

Student-athletes Maddy Baxter, Maggie Cuddy and head coach Jocelyne Lemay of the Trent Excalibur women’s lacrosse program are representing Canada at the 2026 World Lacrosse Women’s Championship in Tokyo, Japan, from July 24 to Aug. 2.

Maddy Baxter. Photo courtesy of Trent University.

Lemay is serving as Team Canada’s manager.

“This is an incredible moment for our championship program," said Nathan McFadden, director of Athletics and Recreation at Trent University. "To have two student-athletes and our head coach representing Canada at this international tournament playing against the best teams and players in the world speaks to the level of high-performance players and standard of excellence within Trent Excalibur women's lacrosse. We're extremely proud of Maddy, Maggie, and Jocelyne. Their determination, passion, and professionalism have been instrumental in shaping our program, and we know they will represent both Canada and Trent with tremendous pride while serving as outstanding global ambassadors for our university.”

Entering her second year in the Nursing program at Trent, Baxter has helped Canada defend its gold-medal standard at the 2025 World Games in Chengdu, China, captured a silver medal at the 2022 World Championship after recording 15 points (nine goals, six assists) and previously represented Canada at the 2019 U19 World Cup. In 2025, she was named the Ontario University Athletics (OUA) Rookie of the Year after helping the team earn an OUA Gold Medal.

“It's taken a lot of dedication, training, and commitment. I am excited to see all that hard work come together and get back on the field with my teammates,” said Baxter. “My experience at Trent has played a big role in preparing me for this opportunity. Competing at a high level, learning from great coaches and being surrounded by supportive teammates have helped me grow both as an athlete and as a person. It's also pretty special to represent Team Canada alongside my head coach and a teammate from Trent. Having familiar faces by my side makes the experience even more special.”

Cuddy helped Team Canada reach the gold medal game at the World Lacrosse U20 Championship in Hong Kong before representing Canada again at the 2025 World Lacrosse Super Sixes. Cuddy will begin her first season with the Trent Excalibur this fall as she starts her Master of Health Care Management at Trent University.

Lemay helped Canada capture the 2019 World Championship title as a player and, after taking over the Excalibur program in 2024, she guided the team to the 2025 OUA Championship and has continued to establish the program as one of Canada's premier university lacrosse teams.

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Inaugural Steve Terry Classic a Success, Capped Off by Peterborough 9U AAA Tigers Championship Win

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough 9U AAA Tigers captured the championship at the inaugural Steve Terry Classic over the weekend, giving the host city plenty to celebrate.

Front row (laying down): Reign Mercer, Jackson Pyke Second row (kneeling): Pearson Bolton, Easton Condon, Lucas Nelson, Asher Young, Cannon Howard, Steve Terry Third row (standing): Declan Manol, Nolan Dickey, Reed Tivy, Chase Massie, Weston Perrin, Lou Curry Back row (coaches): Andrew Mercer, Scott Perrin (head coach), Mike Nelson, Keegan Pyke, Joe Curry, Bill Mercer, Matt Pyke
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Peterborough earned a 2-0 victory over the Mississauga Twins in the semifinal before defeating the Scarborough Stingers 24-7 in the championship game to claim the tournament title.

The Steve Terry Classic, held in Peterborough from July 23 to 26, brought teams from across Ontario together for a weekend of youth baseball while also supporting local youth mental health initiatives through the PRHC Foundation.

Peterborough teams were well represented throughout the tournament, with local teams participating ranging from 8U A up to 11U AA. The Peterborough 11U AA Tigers also reached their championship game, finishing as runners-up after a hard-fought loss to Northumberland in the final.

The championship win capped off a memorable first edition of the Steve Terry Classic, with the host association celebrating both a successful tournament and a title for its 9U AAA Tigers.

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Peterborough Jr. C Lakers Move Within One Win of Meredith Cup Final

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough Jr. C Lakers are one victory away from the Meredith Cup Final after opening their semifinal series with a pair of home wins over the Cornwall Celtics this weekend.

birthday boy braxton howard celebrates as the peterborough jr c lakers take a 2-0 lead in their best-of-five semifinal series with the cornwall celtics (photo courtesy of the jr. c lakers, via christine liu)

Peterborough earned an 8-5 victory in Game 1 on Saturday before following it up with a 10-5 win on Sunday to take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series.

Goaltender Braden Hockaday picked up both wins, helping hold the Celtics to five goals in each game. The Lakers also outshot Cornwall 43-34 in Saturday's opener and 51-42 in Game 2.

Saturday's series opener was a tightly played game early, with Peterborough carrying a 1-0 lead into the second period before pulling away with seven goals over the final two periods. Kennen Withers scored twice, while Ryder Perry and Braxtin Howard each finished with two goals and two assists. Logan Giroux and Jordan Garfat also scored.

The Lakers carried that momentum into Sunday's game, building a 2-1 lead after the first period before extending their advantage with four goals in both the second and third periods. Perry led the offence with a hat trick and three assists, while Howard scored twice. Kennen Withers, Ryder Evans, Owen Thake and Ricky Bevan also found the back of the net.

Peterborough will have its first opportunity to clinch a berth in the Meredith Cup Final when Game 3 is played Friday at 8:30 pm in Cornwall. If necessary, Game 4 is scheduled for Saturday at 5 pm, with a deciding Game 5 set for Sunday at 2 pm, also in Cornwall.

The winner of the series will advance to the Meredith Cup Final. The other semifinal between the Whitby Warriors and Six Nations Stealth is tied at one game apiece.

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More Hardware for Kawartha Lacrosse with U9 1 Team Capturing Silver at OWFL Provincials

By Scott Arnold

The Kawartha Lacrosse U9 1 team earned a silver medal at the Ontario Women’s Field Lacrosse (OWFL) Provincial Championship in Kitchener-Waterloo last weekend.

Front Row ( L-R) Vanessa Van Dolder, Charlotte Miller, Andie Armstrong, Bailey Carroll, Frankie Evans, Ellie Abramczyk Middle Row ( L-R) Brynn White, Quinn Currie, Quinn Plunkett, Zoe Dunn, Bridgette Reed, Meyer Abramczyk, Sophie Clarke, Axelle Keating Back Row ( L-R) Kristie Abramczyk (Trainer), Sam Berardi ( Coach), Dionne Kingdon ( Coach), Stephanie Armstrong ( Manager), Shannon Carroll ( Trainer), Fred Blowes

The team entered the provincial tournament after finishing the regular season in 12th place in the 15-team league with a 3-7 record.

Kawartha advanced to the U9 B Final after a 20-8 semifinal victory over the Toronto Beaches. The team battled the Mimico Mountaineers in the championship game, falling 14-10 to earn the silver medal.

Team members included Ellie Abramczyk, Meyer Abramczyk, Andie Armstrong, Bailey Carroll, Sophie Clarke, Quinn Currie, Zoe Dunn, Frankie Evans, Axelle Keating, Bridgette Reed, Charlotte Miller, Quinn Plunkett, Vanessa Van Dolder and Brynn White.

The team was coached by Sam Berardi and Dionne Kingdon, with Stephanie Armstrong serving as manager. Kristie Abramczyk and Shannon Carroll served as trainers, with Fred Blowes also supporting the team.

The U9 1 team’s silver medal was one of three provincial podium finishes for Kawartha Lacrosse teams last weekend. The U13 team also earned a silver medal at the OWFL Provincials in Kitchener-Waterloo, while the JEWL Elite team captured silver at provincials in Peterborough.

The U15 and U19 teams will compete for their provincial championships in Oakville from August 7-9.

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Kawartha Lacrosse U13 Team Wins Silver at OWFL Provincials

By Scott Arnold

The Kawartha Lacrosse U13 team capped off its season with a silver medal at the Ontario Women’s Field Lacrosse (OWFL) Provincial Championship in Kitchener-Waterloo last weekend.

In Front Lying Down Suzy Kingdon Front Row ( L-R) Alice Chambers, Ella Evans, Emery Evans, Riley Temple, Avery Carroll, Jewel Long, Everlee Cook, Sloan Hickey, Fiona King, Colbie Currie Middle Row (L-R} Violet Lemarche, Savannah Ormond, Blake Johnson, Ruby McKinley, Kaylen Booth, Kate Aiello, Rachel Crough, Emma Wilson, Teddy Keating, Kali Evans, Hadley Hoar Back Row ( L-R) Karen Evans (Trainer), Matt Temple (Coach), Geoff McKinley (Head Coach), Tara King (Coach) Not in Picture: Bryce Currie, Emma Crough, Vivian Van Dolder, Everleigh Prentice

The U13 team entered the provincial tournament after finishing the regular season with a 4-8 record, placing 13th in the 17-team league.

Kawartha advanced to the U13 B Final after a 7-3 semifinal victory over the Owen Sound North Stars. The team battled Six Nations in the championship game, falling 7-5 in a close final to earn the silver medal.

Team members included Kate Aiello, Kaylen Booth, Avery Carroll, Alice Chambers, Everlee Cook, Emma Crough, Rachel Crough, Bryce Currie, Colbie Currie, Ella Evans, Emery Evans, Kali Evans, Sloan Hickey, Hadley Hoar, Blake Johnson, Teddy Keating, Fiona King, Suzy Kingdon, Violet Lemarche, Jewel Long, Ruby McKinley, Savannah Ormond, Everleigh Prentice, Riley Temple, Vivian Van Dolder and Emma Wilson.

The team was coached by head coach Geoff McKinley, along with coaches Matt Temple and Tara King. Karen Evans served as trainer.

The U13 team’s provincial run capped off the season, while the Kawartha Lacrosse JEWL Elite team also earned a silver medal at provincials last weekend in Peterborough.

The U15 and U19 teams will compete for their provincial championships in Oakville from August 7-9.

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Lakers Move Back into Fourth With Big Win Over Kodiaks

By Scott Arnold

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers strengthened their playoff position Thursday night, defeating the Cobourg Kodiaks 8-4 to move back into fourth place in the Major Series Lacrosse standings while keeping their hopes of a third-place finish alive.

the peterborough lakers defeated the cobourg kodiaks last night to mive back into fourth place in the msl standing. prior to the game the lakers honoured the 1986 peterborough jr. a maulers (photo courtesy of the peterborough lakers, via david pickering)

The win gives Peterborough the season series and tiebreaker over Cobourg, leaving the Lakers just two points behind the third-place Kodiaks with three regular season games remaining.

The highest the Lakers can finish is third. That would set up a first-round playoff series against the second-place Oakville Rock. If they remain in fourth, they'll open the postseason against the undefeated Six Nations Chiefs, who have yet to lose a game this season.

Peterborough pulled away in the third period after a tightly contested game through the opening 40 minutes.

The Lakers led 3-1 early before Cobourg battled back to make it 4-3. Peterborough then took control, scoring four unanswered goals in the third period to seal the victory.

Colton Armitage continued his strong play with the Lakers, recording his second straight hat trick while adding two assists for a five-point night. Thomas Hoggarth also had a big offensive performance with two goals and two assists, while Holden Cattoni chipped in a goal and two helpers.

Justin Sykes, Daniel Clark and Braedon Saris each scored once, while Ryan Lanchbury recorded two assists. Rob Hellyer, Brad McCulley and Dylan Hutchison each added one assist.

Drew Hutchison signing autographs after his 49 save first star performance at the peterborough memorial centre thursday night (photo courtesy of the peterborough lakers, via david pickering)

The biggest difference, however, came in goal.

Drew Hutchison turned aside 49 shots to earn the win and was named the game's first star as he repeatedly frustrated the Kodiaks' offence.

Before the game, the Lakers recognized the 1986 Peterborough Jr. A Maulers with a pre-game ceremony. Members of the Minto Cup championship team were honoured on the floor, while current Lakers wore throwback jerseys during warmups that were later presented to the alumni.

The Lakers now have three regular season games remaining as they continue their push for playoff positioning.

Peterborough is back in action tonight when it visits the Brampton Excelsiors before travelling to Six Nations on Tuesday. The Lakers will then wrap up the regular season next Thursday at home against the last-place Owen Sound North Stars on Fan Appreciation Night.

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