After a series of rainouts, the Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter Season resumed with a bang at the PCC Hockey Rink, as two action-packed matches produced a flurry of goals and excitement.
BDA Spirits Soar Past ACT in Opener
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The opening match saw BDA Spirits dominate ACT, cruising to a 5-2 victory. Andrew Bonner led the charge for BDA Spirits, netting a hat trick to power his team to victory. Ryan Bates and Robbie Bailey also contributed goals for BDA Spirits, while Colin Long and Ian Beaudoin found the back of the net for ACT.
Hamilton Princess Unleashes Offensive Onslaught in Nightcap
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The nightcap featured an offensive explosion from Hamilton Princess, who overwhelmed Frontier with a 9-3 victory. Hamilton Princess showcased their depth and firepower, with three players – Kevin Albrecht, Anthony Kapsimalis, and Moad Fahmi – each scoring two goals. Mathew Benson, Jeff Ingelman, and Riley Latour also chipped in with goals for Hamilton Princess.
Frontier, despite the lopsided scoreline, managed to find the back of the net three times, with James Amaral, Chris Grantier, and Ilia Gerassimov each scoring a goal.
The doubleheader provided a thrilling return to action for the Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter Season. With plenty of goals and exciting moments, the league is heating up as teams battle for playoff positioning.
Monday, December 02, 2024
Montgomery Shines as Knights' Explodes on the Road
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Even without high-scoring forwards Easton Cowan and Kasper Halttunen, the London Knights' offensive juggernaut showed no signs of slowing down, burying a staggering 21 goals in three games during their eastern Ontario road trip.
The defending OHL champions kicked off their road trip with a 10-3 demolition of the Ottawa 67's in front of 3,223 fans at TD Place. The Knights' depth was on full display, with Sam Dickinson (two goals, five points), Denver Barkey (one goal, five points), and Sam O'Reilly (two goals, three points) leading the offensive onslaught. Their performance served as a reminder to Canadian world junior coach Dave Cameron that the Knights are loaded with talent beyond just Cowan and Oliver Bonk.
Senators prospect Blake Montgomery also got in on the action, scoring a highlight-reel penalty shot goal. Montgomery showcased his playmaking abilities as well, setting up Jesse Nurmi for a beautiful goal with a cross-ice feed.
Montgomery's penalty shot came early in the third period, after having his stick slashed in half by Ottawa's Luca Pinelli. With the game already well in hand, Montgomery calmly converted the penalty shot, adding to the Knights' already impressive goal tally.
The Knights' offensive explosion continued throughout the road trip, demonstrating their depth and firepower even without two of their top scorers. With Montgomery and other key players stepping up, the Knights have sent a clear message to the rest of the OHL: they are the team to beat.
Saturday, November 30, 2024
Montgomery's Magic Leads Knights to Shootout Victory
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Blake Montgomery delivered a dazzling performance, scoring twice and adding an assist as the London Knights edged the Kingston Frontenacs 5-4 in a thrilling shootout. Montgomery's offensive fireworks and clutch playmaking were instrumental in securing the victory for the Knights.
The Frontenacs came out strong, applying early pressure, but the Knights weathered the storm and capitalized on a golden opportunity. Sam Dickinson's initial shot was stopped by Mason Vaccari, but the puck trickled through the five-hole and sat tantalizingly on the goal line. Montgomery, with his lightning-quick reflexes, pounced on the loose puck and buried it to give the Knights the first lead of the game.
Kingston battled back and took a 3-2 lead in the second period, but Montgomery responded in style just 22 seconds later. Exploiting a lapse in the Frontenacs' defense, Montgomery found himself behind the opposition with a perfectly timed run, staying onside by a hair. Landon Sim delivered a pinpoint pass, and Montgomery tapped it in for the equalizer.
With the game hanging in the balance late in the third period, Montgomery's playmaking brilliance shone through. He found Evan Van Gorp with a slick pass, setting up Van Gorp for a blistering wrist shot that beat Vaccari and gave the Knights a 4-3 lead.
The Frontenacs managed to tie the game and force overtime, but Montgomery and the Knights prevailed in the shootout, securing a hard-fought victory. Montgomery's heroics showcased his offensive talent and clutch gene, proving once again that he's a force to be reckoned with in the OHL.
Friday, November 29, 2024
Montgomery Scores As Knights March On
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Blake Montgomery and his London Knights teammates continued their imperious form with a resounding 6-0 victory over the Peterborough Petes at the Peterborough Memorial Center. Aleksei Medvedev was the hero between the pipes, recording an impressive 31 saves for his first Ontario Hockey League shutout.
The Knights, now riding a 16-game winning streak, were relentless in their attack, scoring two goals in each period to secure a comfortable victory.
The scoring started in the first period when Sam Dickinson's pinpoint pass found Will Nicholl, who expertly split two defenders before sliding a backhand shot between the legs of Peterborough goalie Easton Rye. The Knights doubled their lead minutes later when Montgomery found Sam O'Reilly with a precise pass, allowing O'Reilly to deflect in his sixth goal of the season.
London's dominance continued in the second period with Nicholl netting his second of the game, assisted by Henry Brzustewicz. Landon Sim then added a power-play goal to give the Knights a commanding 4-0 lead heading into the final period.
The Knights refused to let up in the third, with Montgomery scoring his second career OHL goal after a neat pass from Sim. Noah Aboflan then capped off the scoring with his second career OHL goal, deflecting in a point shot by Noah Jenken.
Montgomery and Sim both finished the game with a goal and an assist, showcasing their offensive prowess.
The Knights outshot the Petes 38-31, highlighting their control throughout the match. This victory further solidifies their position as one of the top teams in the OHL.
Wednesday, November 27, 2024
Hamilton Princess Stages Dramatic Comeback
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The PCC Hockey Rink was the scene of an intense battle as the Hamilton Princess and BDA Spirits clashed in a thrilling Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League showdown. With the puck dropping and the tension mounting, fans were treated to a nail-biting contest that came down to the final whistle.
Hamilton Princess stormed out of the gates, with John Portelli finding the back of the net twice in the first period to give his team a 2-0 lead. But BDA Spirits refused to be silenced. Robbie Bailey and Andrew Bonner answered the call in the second period, each scoring a goal to level the score. Mathew Katzsch briefly restored Hamilton Princess's lead, but BDA Spirits responded with another goal to take a 4-3 advantage into the final period.
The atmosphere was electric as both teams battled for supremacy in the third. With time ticking away, Hamilton Princess mounted a furious comeback. Moad Fahmi ignited the crowd with a clutch goal to tie the game, and then Mathew Benson delivered the knockout blow, scoring the game-winner to secure a dramatic 5-4 victory for Hamilton Princess.
The match was a testament to the exciting and competitive spirit of the Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League. With edge-of-your-seat action and a dramatic finish, this game will be remembered as a classic.
