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UPCOMING EVENTS

HTBHL Redblacks Game – Aug 19 – [email protected]

HTBHL Golf Tournament – Sep 23 – [email protected] or [email protected]

Kids Session or Adult Pick-up Games – (Full-time or Spare) - [email protected]

***Congratulations to Godsons for finishing the regular season with the lowest penalty minute total. Using the fine money collected this summer, they have received a pair of REDBLACKS tickets for their fair play and sportsmanship***

WEEKLY UPDATE

It’s all over, congratulations to Ottawa Reds (A) and Honey Badgers (B) for taking home the championships in their respective divisions. To see their winning team pictures before they are uploaded to the website check us out at www.facebook.com/htbhl and don’t forget to LIKE US!

On our final night of the playoffs we had the B Semifinals as well as both the A and B Finals in action. Out of the 4 games played, only one came down to the wire having been decided by 2 goals with all but one of the higher seeds winning. There were 3 hat tricks recorded with both Ottawa Reds and Honey Badgers topping the scoreboard with 9 goals. Thanks to everyone that helped make this season possible, we hope you enjoyed the league and we see you back on the floor soon. Have a great rest of your summer.

TOP PERFORMERS

Coming up clutch in the playoffs were SD Jake Daigle, SD Dan Montpetit and HB Curtis Stacey who each put up FIVE points to lead all players in scoring. The top sniper was the aforementioned HB Stacey with FIVE tallies while the top playmakers were SD Montpetit, OR Todd Holmes and SD Daigle with THREE apples apiece. Between the pipes, OR Ryan Girgrah gets the nod as the top goaltender recording the lone SHUTOUT while facing TWENTY-THREE shots to help his team claim the A title.

RECAPS

B - Sonk Daddies (3) vs Blue Eagles (2)

First game of the night and B semis… The scoring began, with Sonk Daddies’ (SD), Jake Daigle (3G/2A) opening the scoring with a well-timed shot from the point capitalizing on a rebound opportunity to give his team an early lead. As the game progressed, SD continued to apply pressure and took advantage of a power play where Taylor Beeman (1G/1A) fired an accurate shot, while the goalie was screened, leaving him helpless to make the save. The chemistry between Daigle and Dan Montpetit (2G/3A) was evident as they connected once again extending their lead to 3-0. Beeman attempted a backhand which resulted in the ball rolling onto Brent Stewart’s (2G/1A) stick, catching the opposing goalie, Andrew Riff, off-guard, and finding the back of the net. The Blue Eagles (BE), however, fought back and Ben Plazek (1A) executed a backhanded pass in the center slot to Tim Plazek (1G), leading to a powerful one-timer that found its way past the SD' goaltender, narrowing the score to 3-1. As the game continued, SD's Montpetit and Daigle displayed their lethal partnership once more, combining for 2 more goals extending their lead and leaving BE with an uphill battle. A minute later, Stewart took advantage of a scramble in front of the net when he found himself alone and put another goal on the board for SD. BE pushed forward in a last-ditch effort to score. However, the ball ended up on SD's sticks, leading to a swift counterattack and buried the ball into the net. The final score of 8-1 reflected the dominant performance of SD, securing their place in the B finals.

SD – Brady Reid – 27 shots

BE – Andrew Riff - 37 shots

B - Godsons (4) vs Honey Badgers (1)

Who will Sonk Daddies face in the B finals? 2nd and last B semifinal of the night, the Godsons (GOD) faced off against the Honey Badgers (HB). Mark Laurin (1G/2A) of HB impressed early with a power-play goal, deking past defenders and the goalie. GOD responded before the 1st period ended, with Nick Habib (1G) capitalizing on a scramble in front of the net. In the final minute of the 1st period, Nick Zarichmy (2A) set up Neil Newton (1G) for a one-timer, giving GOD a 2-1 lead. HB fought back in the 2nd period, as Curtis Stacey (5G) scored twice with powerful one-timers, putting his team in the lead. GOD equalized at 3-3 with a fortunate goal from Patrick Fitzgerald (1G). As the clock ticked down, HB took control and displayed teamwork as they executed a cross pass to set up Stacey in the center slot. A few minutes later, Stacey set up Kyle Romans (1G) for a goal, and he later showcased 2 goals to extend the lead. GOD fought hard, but HB’s defense held strong and was able to secure the win with the score of 7-3.

HB - Al Villeneuve – 32 shots

GOD - Jeremy Illingsworth – 27 shots

A FINAL – Panthers (2) vs Ottawa Reds (1)

Almost at the 5 minute mark of the 1st period, David Deblois (3G/1A), received a minor penalty, giving the Panthers (PAN) an opportunity to capitalize. Unfortunately, they were unable to. However, Ottawa Reds (OR) made no mistake, when Sean Mullan (2G) capitalized on a power play opportunity, giving OR an early lead. Less than 1 minute later, Matt Spottswood (2G/1A) of OR unleashed a powerful slapshot from the point that found the back of the net, extending their lead to 2-0. With less than 5 minutes left in the first period, Deblois found the back of the net. 2 minutes later, Ben Gagnon (1A), set up a brilliant play, shooting the ball, and Matt Trepanier (2G/1A), expertly tipped it in the air for a spectacular goal, extending OR’s lead. Before the period concluded, OR struck again where Trepanier scored a wraparound goal, bringing the score to 5-0 in favor of OR. The 2nd period started strong, with Mullan, scoring a wrist shot from the high slot. PAN tried to mount a comeback, but OR’s defense and goalie held firm. OR managed to score another 3 goals. In the end, OR celebrated a well-deserved 9-0 win. Great Season! Congrats to the A Champs, OR!!!!

OR - Ryan Girgrah – 23 shots

PAN – Josh Laurin – 32 shots

B FINAL - Sonk Daddies (3) vs Honey Badgers (1)

In the B final matchup, Sonk Daddies (SD) clashed with the Honey Badgers (HB), with both teams displaying determination. The game kicked off with Ryan Byrne (2G/1A) from HB setting the tone early by intercepting the ball, and firing a shot into the net within the first 90 seconds of play. Shortly after, a fast-paced exchange led to a goal by SD’s Dan Montpetit (2G). HB continued to attack, with Kyle Romans (2G) netting two wrist shots from the center slot. SD fought back and Montpetit showcased his skills by netting one into the top corner. Less than 2 minutes later, SD’s Noah Turgeon (1G/2A) surprised everyone with an impressive slapshot from his own end, finding the net. The intensity of the game remained unwavering as both teams persistently pressed forward. HB’s Adrian Hrubesza (2G) and Jason Mawson (1A) executed a timed play, allowing for an easy goal from the center slot. As the clock was ticking down, SD’s Brent Stewart (2G) found the back of the net. The final 5 minutes saw both teams giving their all. HB managed to score 3 goals increasing their lead to 7-4. But SD didn’t back down. SD’s Stewart took advantage of an opportunity and scored, closing the gap to 7-5 for HB. With just 3 minutes left, HB's Ryan Byrne (1G/2A) and Curtis Stacey (1G/2A) collaborated for a goal, showcasing their teamwork. With SD still not backing down, a faceoff play saw SD’s Tyler Benson (2G/1A) and Turgeon combining efforts to score a goal. With only 1:22 remaining in the game, Benson and Turgeon would strike again, narrowing the gap with another goal. HB would add one last goal to take the trophy with a 9-7 victory. Great Season! Congrats to the B Champs, HB!!!!

HB - Al Villeneuve – 27 shots

SD – Brady Reid – 31 shots