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MARCH/APRIL 2015 Peterborough & the Kawarthas Edition

editor’snote Welcome to SportsXpress, a magazine all about local sports — the players, teams, families, volunteers and fans. We publish real life stories on the full range of community sports and include all ages and skill levels. Every fan, parent, and sports enthusiast can participate by sharing their experiences with other fans. We want you to make SportsXpress your magazine and www.PeterboroughSportsXpress.ca your website, by sending in your comments, story ideas, opinions, articles and photos. Get in the game with us and be connected with your local community sports! – from the SportsXpress team

Give us a call at 705-740-5340 or email us at scottc@sportsxpress.ca. Follow us on twitter @peterboroughsxp

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Entertaining, informative and engaging articles on local athletes, sports and teams.

sports@school

Highlighting all school sports and athletes.

10 | Lakefield College School and club sports — the best of both worlds! 18 | Excalibur looks towards volleyball playoffs 22 | Kawartha Cup 3: Redemption Island 29 | High School Beat: It’s a lacrosse thing…

Informative articles on sports and fitness.

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Concussion — look to the eyes C’ is for conditioning, not cardio Allergies shut down the game Improve your athletic performance with yoga How to prevent overtraining

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Profiling community sports in words and photographs.

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They travel from afar Tournament of Champions Huskies cheer and howl their way to the top

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In-depth articles on some of sports’ most memorable athletes and teams

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Lakefield College 1st Girls’ Hockey

Karen is by far, and without a doubt, one of the top goalies in the entire CISAA. In addition to her LCS schedule, Karen is the starting goalie for the Midget ‘AA’ Ice Kats. As well, she is a very strong student who is considering multiple university offers for September 2015. - Ian Armstrong, Coach Lakefield College mon Photo by Si

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Female Athlete of the Month:

Karen Collins

Karen has only manned the crease for four seasons so far, yet her play tells a completely different story. Her remarkable natural talent has been the backbone of the Peterborough Midget AA Ice Kats’ team, as she routinely faces a heavy workload of upwards of 30+ shots a game. Off the ice, her humour and personality are infectious, as she contributes as much off the ice to the team as she does on it. She has been an invaluable asset to Peterborough’s highest level of Women’s hockey for the past two seasons and has an exciting future ahead of her. - Rose Powers, coach Midget AA

Canada Winter Games Archer

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Male Athlete of the Month:

Brad Fulsang

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Local archer Brad Fulsang won gold and silver medals at the Canada Winter Games in Prince George, British Columbia. Fulsang, 21 years old, and a member of Team Ontario, who shoots at Saugeen Shafts, won a gold medal in the Recurve Team competition and a silver in the men’s individual event. He shot a very respectable 573 over second place Quebec athlete Gabriel Vezina-Boucher who shot a 566. Fulsang finished first overall in the two qualifying rounds of the individual event and advanced to the gold/silver elimination where he was defeated by Gabriel Vezina-Boucher. In the team event, Fulsang partnered with Shannon Davidson from Mississauga, and the pair were undefeated in match play to capture the gold. It was Fulsang’s first trip to a Canada Winter Games during his 14 years of competition.

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It was a classic! The JJ Stewart Chrysler Winter Classic was held on Hockey Day in Canada, Saturday, February 14, 2015 at the Bob Armstrong Outdoor Rink at Lakefield College School.

Championship under the lights at LCS.

Champions for the Classic were: ‘A’ Crossfit Kawartha, ‘B’ Personal Touch Catering, and ‘C’ Buchanan Kitchens. Finalists for each division were: Merge Design Company, a t ’s ckl Skylashes by Jess, and et Village Pet Food & Supply.

The Classic was a fun and Team55 affordable day of hockey for 72 was presented local Novice aged players and with a $2,400 donation from the event. their families, and it was served up in a traditional The Canadian Mental Health Association Article bystyle the — Canadian Mental Health Association, Photos courtesy ofSkills the Canadian Mental HealthKawartha, Association Canadian outdoors. Winners of the Haliburton, Pine Ridge (CMHA d Event organizers Mark Competition were Ethan Dunn HKPR) wish to thank Mark Westlake, the e the local Team55 suicide prevention e a about engage others in conversations about On March 22nd, Clara Hughes, six-time wa r Westlake and Warren Rose for the Shootout, Ethan Grant organizers and sponsors of the J.J. Stewart mental health. initiative. During her visit Clara shared her Olympic medalist, arrived in Peterborough created an important event for for the Hardest Shot, Zakk Rose for Novice Winter Classic for their efforts in own struggles with mental illness, stating bringing with her a powerful message about kids, the community, and charity. Accuracy, and Nolan Bolton was named making the 2015 tournament such a success. As well, through the support of the that during some of the darkest times; it was mental health. Westlake grew the Classic from an important Top Goalie. The funds raised in this tournament will be sport that helped her through. Clara believes Community Blue Bike Ambassador, Drew game last year to a full day event this year. gratefully received by CMHA HKPR and were Merrett of Merrett Home Hardware, there Clara’s Big Ride for Bell Let’s Talk began on “movement is medicine.” The event featured a full day of scheduled The Players took home new JJ Stewart used to support Team55’s Let’s Tackle will be opportunities for businesses to join March 14th and will cover 12,000 kilometers games, a skills competition supported by the Chrysler Winter Classic hockey sweaters and Suicide Awareness initiatives. in the conversation and raise some funds for It is no secret 1 in 5 Canadians will be through every province and territory, Peterborough Petes, a charity auction for trophies, and they enjoyed a Pizza Pizza CMHA Programs. The “12 for 12” campaign affected by mental illness and odds are you finishing in Ottawa on Canada Day. The CMHA HKPR Team55, an inside Fireplace lunch and a buffet of kids’ treats. The Please support the event and Team55, to raise $1 for each of the 12,000 km’s Clara know someone who is suffering right now. Canadian Mental Health Association, Parents Lounge featuring McCafé and community is left with big smiles and great and watch for more from the organizers in will be riding will encourage local Clara believes that simply encouraging Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge (CMHA Personal Touch, and the ‘A’ division memories. Perhaps best of all, CMHA HKPR 2015-16. organizations and businesses to get people to talk about their mental health will HKPR) was honoured to be one of 95 involved. By hosting a BBQ, car wash or help end the stigma of mental illness. communities chosen to take part in Clara’s through donations, money can be raised to Big Ride. support two CMHA HKPR youth mental Following Clara’s inspirational visit and to health programs, the Kids on the Block continue the momentum of Clara’s powerful Clara’s first stop in Peterborough was at program and the LYNX program for Early message the community is encouraged to Shimano Canada, one of Clara’s Big Ride Psychosis Intervention. National Sponsors. Later that evening CMHA embrace CMHA’s Big Blue Bike initiative. HKPR hosted a fundraiser at Fleming If you, your team, business or organization Students at James Strath Public School College, including a presentation by Clara would like to get involved please contact created their own Blue Bike, a symbol of Hughes followed by a performance by Art for Kerri Davies, Manager of Development, Clara’s Big Ride. Mark McKinley’s grade 7 Awareness. Following a day of rest, Clara class, as School Blue Bike Ambassadors, will CMHA HKPR at (705)748-6687 ext.1048 or greeted over 1,200 high school students at kdavies@cmhahkpr.ca. take the message to other classrooms to Adam Scott and spoke with Dave Pogue

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sports@school Lakefield College School and club sports — the best of both worlds! Article and photo by Lakefield College School Lakefield College School offers a co-curricular sports program in which all students are enthusiastically engaged. Sports are an integral part of every student’s day and an essential element of the LCS experience. The co-curricular program encourages students by offering over 52 different teams and programs to choose from, and students can try at least three different sports a year in the fall, winter, and spring terms. LCS’s competitive teams boast welltrained coaches, and dedicated athletes have enjoyed championships in both independent and public school athletics association leagues (CISAA and OFSSA), and in local and international tournaments. Many LCS student-athletes compete at the provincial and national levels and have gone on to play for college and university teams in both Canada and the United States, and some even to professional leagues and the Olympics. For athletes seeking a breadth of experience and challenge, Lakefield College School also facilitates and encourages participation in local club programs. Ottawa Senators’ NHL player and LCS alumnus Codi Ceci took full advantage while he was a boarding student at the school. Playing for both LCS and the ‘AAA’ Minor Petes in Peterborough, he went on to play for the Ottawa 67’s in the OHL before graduating to the NHL with his hometown Senators. While at LCS, Codi was able to pursue his athletic passions in a supportive environment where he participated fully in school life and maintained his academic standing as an “A” student.

LCS Director of Athletics Ian Armstrong works closely with parents and club coaches to facilitate student participation in club teams, working out schedules and logistics to ensure the best interests of each athlete. LCS athletes currently play in Peterborough, Cobourg and Lakefield. “My son is fortunate to play for both the Peterborough Minor Petes and Lakefield College School. The exposure to teams at both levels has provided him with connections to a broad, diverse community of new friends — some he will likely keep for life. It allows him to grow as a person outside the academic and familial sphere, and offers a wide range of travel and experience all while helping him to refine his athletic abilities in his chosen sport — more ice and field time and exposure to different coaches and levels of competition. Not only does it encourage social, emotional and physical development, he loves the camaraderie and has a great deal of fun. And, it has done wonders for his time management! He has been able to maintain a 96 percent grade average while juggling sports and an active social and academic schedule,” said LCS parent, Jamie Campbell. Many LCS parents feel that playing local club sports while attending and playing for Lakefield College School has been a positive experience for their child. More than 95 percent of LCS coaches are full-time faculty members who are committed to the social, academic, and athletic development of each student.

Team Sports: Basketball, Alpine Skiing. Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Hockey,

Track & Field, Rowing, Softball, Rugby, Ultimate Frisbee, Badminton

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Learn about Financial Assistance: $1.7M awarded annually Visit www.lcs.on.ca / Join us or R.S.V.P. at 705-652-3324 ext.319 A Hockey team and the Peterborough City Rep Soccer team) has allowed them to continue ties with childhood friends while opening doors to opportunities at LCS with new friends from around the world. The school’s coaches and teachers have been very supportive and accommodating. Both of my sons lead extremely busy lives and, thanks to the LCS community and its support, they have not had to give anything up. They have been able to balance their academics and sports in a happy and healthy way,” said LCS parent, Debbie Walsh.

“Both of my sons’ high school experiences have been nothing but positive. Being able to play for Lakefield College School as well as outside teams (Ennismore Eagles Midget

Athletic Offerings at LCS:

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If you are interested in exploring the breadth of athletic offerings at Lakefield College School, please contact Ian Armstrong, Director of Athletics at 705-652-3324 extension 317.

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Concussion — look to the eyes Article by Ian Horseman, B.Sc, D.C While a thorough neurological history and examination by a qualified professional should be performed after any suspected head injury, particular focus should be placed on the cranial nerves — the nerves that exit your brain and brainstem and which are involved primarily with sight, sound, hearing, taste, and sensation, and movement of the face and head. Of these cranial nerves, the most telling findings will likely come from the nerves related to vision and eye movement (cranial nerves 2, 3, 4, and 6). It is also critical to assess the function of higher brain centers that control various eye reflexes (which will be discussed later in this article) during the eye examination, as well. There are many types and causes of head injury, but, by far, the most common are concussions related to motor vehicle accidents and contact sports. “Concussion” comes from the Latin word concutere, which means “to shake violently”. Most experts agree that these are the least serious type of brain injury; yet, left untreated, many people can suffer devastating and debilitating consequences such as vertigo or dizziness, balance problems, cognitive dysfunction, emotional disorders, headaches, and many other symptoms. Given that concussions are ascribed this “low severity” status, timely evaluation and treatment is often poor or non-existent at best. Patients are often treated with a “sit and wait” approach. This means that people often seek care of their own accord only after signs and

symptoms have manifested and worsened. This is entirely unacceptable because early intervention is critical with concussion, and as is the case with most disorders of humankind, timely treatment may significantly decrease the likelihood of more serious consequences. The longer one’s brain continues adapting to negative changes incurred as a result of a head injury (referred to as maladaptive plasticity), the longer it will take to rehabilitate from them! Let’s shift our focus back to the eyes (pun intended). Most individuals who have suffered a concussion complain of some type of symptom related to eye function (for example, blurry vision, light sensitivity or photophobia, eye fatigue, double vision or diplopia, reading difficulties, etc.). I cannot honestly recall a single case of concussion presenting to my office in recent years that did not have some type of visual or oculomotor (eye movement) consequence. At one time or another we have all seen, on TV or in a movie, a doctor shine a light in someone’s eyes to look for lack of pupil constriction and use that reaction as the one and only diagnostic tool for concussion. Well I’m here to tell you that they need to be looking at a great deal more than that! Some basic tests that should be done when when you or a loved one is being examined for suspected concussion are: 1) Observation for eye malpostion

2) Direct and indirect pupil response to light (as noted above) 3) Cardinal fields of gaze (eye movements in all directions) 4) Eye convergence (crossing of the eyes — just like your mother told you to never do!) 5) Ophthalmoscopic examination (looking inside the eyes) 6) Visual acuity/Snellen chart (how well you see) 7) Eye cover/uncover testing (a more sensitive test for eye deviation) 8) Eye dominance and/or suppression testing While this is not an exhaustive list, these tests can be done in a very short period of time — five minutes or less — with very little equipment, and they can reveal a great deal about the integrity of these cranial nerves as well as the higher brain centers that regulate these functions. That said, there are a host of other very sensitive tests that can offer clinicians incredibly valuable insight into the workings of the ocular (eye) system and its connections with most parts of the brain. 1) Vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) testing — often performed with the patient focusing on an object while the examiner moves the patient’s head or while the patient is rotated in a chair 2) Testing for eye saccades (fast movements between targets) — movements are typically over or under-compensated for with concussion 3) Cortical blind spot mapping — mapping of the visual defect created by the optic nerve attaching into your retina where there are no receptors for light (rods and cones) 4) Testing for optokinetic nystagmus (OKN) — reflexive eye movement caused by tracking of movement within a visual field (similar to looking out a car’s side window while moving) At the posture clinic we have embraced these advanced diagnostics and married them with proven treatment protocols.

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Are you a concerned athlete, coach, trainer, or parent? Do you or your athletes suffer from dizziness, headaches, vertigo, nausea, balance issues or light/sound sensitivity? We are currently accepting athletes and sports teams of all ages for concussion screening, which includes: ≥ A baseline VNG and CAPS test with analysis, advanced cognitive concussion screening. ≥ A secondary assessment to determine after a trauma if a concussion has occurred. Visit our website at www.fixedbrain.com to print and fill out our “Patient Intake Form” and “Neurological Consent Form” for your first appointment. Call to book your team NOW!

Call about Team Discounts! Videonystagmography (VNG): By measuring simple eye movements, the VNG can determine which area of the brain has been affected by a trauma.

Comprehensive Assessment of Postural System (CAPS): The CAP system measures an individual’s balancing ability. A patient should be able to maintain balance for 30 seconds eyes open and closed within a range 24% from centre. We have successfully treated: Concussion patients, traumatic brain injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents (MVA’s), anxiety and depression, chronic headaches, vestibular and balance problems.

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health&fitness ‘C’ is for conditioning, not cardio Article and Photos by Matt Pritchard, PTS Oh yes, the dreaded ‘C’ word: cardio. In the world of fitness, it’s a dirty word. Cardio is nearly, but not quite, as dirty as the other C-word. You know, the one that makes people look at you wide-eyed and think you are a bad person. (No, I don’t mean that C-word, silly. I was referring to “CrossFit” — not bashing them; just saying.) All joking aside, cardio is viewed as

overrated by many coaches while being overvalued by many gym-goers who think jumping on the elliptical for 45 minutes while watching TV will yield the results that they desire. Not quite, my friend. Yes, cardio has its place, and yes, some activity is better than none, but it is not the be-all or end-all. The following is a list of metabolic conditioning exercises or systems to push your body to a limit an elliptical machine alone could not do.

Matt Pritchard (PTS) is Owner/ Manager/Trainer at 24 Seven Family Gym. For more information, please visit 247familygym.com or email pritchard.matt@hotmail.com

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1. Ramp sprints (or hill sprints) At 24 Seven Family Gym, we have a built in 15-metre ramp which is angled at 45 degrees; it is surfaced and safe for sprinting, crawling, or carrying heavy objects up and down. Nothing screams conditioning like a maximal speed movement while pumping your full body. (For a great alternative, head to your favourite outside hill, perhaps on Armour Road)

2. Jump rope One of the most old-school and basic forms of conditioning is a valuable tool due to the force produced with low impact. Get creative and work on tricks, or crank up the “Eye of the Tiger” and perform it like Rocky. Time it, check heart rate, hydrate, then repeat! This works well in 24 Seven’s heavy bag area for MMA drills.

3. Kettlebell Swings Kettlebells are not a new phenomenon, nor are they the only trick of the trade. It is a solid fitness tool for your fitness tool box. Begin by hinging at the hip and power through with a hip thrust for maximal power. Momentum will be generated, but please beware that swinging to eye level is unnecessary. Work for amount of reps in certain time, like an interval.

4. Barbell Complexes Grab one of our many barbells at our 24 hour facility — plates are unnecessary at first — perform as a series of exercises consecutively without resting the bar. For example, dead lifts, row-high pulls, front squats, or overhead presses.

5. Battling ropes and sleds Basically, they are long ropes that one uses to battle — well, sort of. It is best if you can visit us in person to really gain an appreciation of how to battle with rope. Just take my word for it; it is fun. Heart rate is high, muscles are trained, and weight is lost. Sleds can be pulled, pushed, and carried. Legs will burn, and lungs will be set ablaze in an appropriate manner. It is a must have to any fitness regime. Learn more at www.247familygym.com

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They travel from afar Article and Photos by David Fisher Distance makes no difference! It seems that way for three families who drive to Peterborough from Oakwood, Campbellford, and Cobourg each week so that their sons can play for the Kawartha Komets Special Needs Hockey Program. Christopher Erhart, Ian Carswell, and Andrew Avery all suit up for the Komets’ Junior team, coached by Steve Cole. Louise and Tony Erhart, from Oakwood, are thrilled that nine-year-old Christopher has found an organization that gives him an opportunity to make new friends. Christopher was diagnosed with tuberous sclerosis and has non-cancerous tumours in his kidneys, his brain, and on his skin. He has an intellectual disability and has seizures which are controlled by medication. Tony tells us, “The Komets have afforded Christopher an opportunity to play in a non-judgmental atmosphere where there’s not a lot of rules.” Bobby Orr and Sidney Crosby are Christopher’s heroes. At the Special Hockey International (SHI) tournament in Michigan last May, Christopher spent as much time in the pool at the hotel as he did on the ice. As soon as Tony and Christopher arrived at the hotel, they donned their swim suits and headed for the pool. Watching Christopher taking a face off is a sight to behold. He looks like a miniature NHL center. The stance, the concentration, the anticipation!

Sandra and Jeff Carswell drive from Campbellford with Ian, age 14, who has Down syndrome. When she found that there were no programs in their hometown for children with special needs, Sandra sent a Facebook message to a parent who is a part of the Down Syndrome Association, and in reply received a link to the Komets website. The rest is history. Jeff is an on-ice volunteer with the Komets and gets great enjoyment watching Ian improve his game. Sandra shares, “It has been a great three years for Ian, Jeff, and myself. We have made great connections and are thrilled that our son can play hockey just like his big brother. Ian is very proud to wear his Kawartha Komets apparel and points it out to everyone. For these reasons the distance we travel seems to be small compared to the huge benefits of having our son play hockey and seeing that proud smile on his face.” As Ian leaves the rink each week he’s on a mission. The Carswells make a regular stop at McDonald’s to pick up a cheeseburger for their son. “We’re still not sure whether it’s the burger or the hockey that he looks forward to the most.” Julie and Dave Avery drive from Cobourg to the Evinrude Centre on Saturdays to give Andrew a chance to excel at his game. He’s now in his fourth season with the Komets. Andrew is nine years old and was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at four. Though incredibly bright and creative, Andrew struggles socially, becomes

completely immersed in topics of interest, and is prone to intense anxiety. “Every time he suits up, I get a bit emotional. It’s about so much more than hockey. It’s what everyone deserves to have. A place to feel not just accepted, but celebrated — challenges and all,” says Julie. The Kawartha Komets annual fundraiser with the Peterborough Petes has afforded Andrew the opportunity to meet and connect with his fellow Cobourg native, Josh Maguire. Christopher, Ian, and Andrew will travel to this year’s SHI tournament in Ottawa in March, forging new friendships and spending a lot of time in the pool, I’m sure. Distance makes no difference to the Erharts, the Carswells, and the Averys. Sitting in the stands and watching their boys have the time of their lives makes it more than worth the drive. Blaze, Komets, Blaze!

For more information go to www.kawarthakomets.com

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Under The Lock Tournament and Festival 2015 Article by Peter Lemelin, All photos courtesy of UTL volunteers The 2015 version of the Under The Lock tournament saw the expansion of the outdoor tournament into a festival on the canal with the addition of kids’ games, Snofest and the City of Peterborough joining in as a major sponsor. The on-ice hockey tournament was as spectacular as always, with 45 boys’ teams and 11 girls’ teams all competing to be crowned UTL champions. This year, there were 12 championship games: one peewee girls’, one bantam girls’, and 10 boys’ championship games from tyke up to bantam. There was some great hockey played throughout the weekend, and not even the amount of snow that fell over the

course of the weekend could hamper the fast and exciting action that this outdoor tournament produces.

will also play for the UTL cup. We believe that the addition of the festival atmosphere to the tournament has added so much to an already exciting event created by founder Dave Smith. The tournament has always been such a unique experience for the kids, and plans are already in place to expand the festival even further next year to make it even more exciting. This tournament would not be possible without the countless hours that the volunteers and members of the community have contributed. As the festival expands next year, we will be reaching out to the community for as many volunteers as we can get. Thanks to everyone who was involved in this year’s tournament, and a big thank you to all our sponsors who have helped make this event a huge success.

This year, a sledge hockey corporate challenge was added and started off the tournament on Friday night. This pitted local businesses against each other with the goal of raising money for the local sledge hockey program. In addition, there were also a couple of sledge hockey exhibition games: one on Saturday that saw the local intermediate Kawartha Blazers facing off against the Durham Steelhawks, and another on Sunday where the OHL’s Peterborough Petes faced the Kawartha Blazers in an exhibition game. These games were played to raise awareness of the sledge hockey program. The goal next year is to have a division of sledge hockey teams that

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Excalibur looks towards volleyball playoffs Women’s team awarded bye; men play strong, but head to crossover match Article by Patrick Assinck – Interim Varsity Sport Coordinator Women’s Volleyball opened their afternoon match on February 15th with one goal in mind: the playoffs. Against the Fleming College Knights, Trent took all three matches. Each set was won by a convincing margin (25–11, 25–9, and 25–11) as Trent secured their final win of the regular season. Despite being in a four-way tie for second place, the Excalibur Women’s Volleyball team could break the tie — as long as they secured the win. The Women’s Volleyball receives a well-earned rest to prepare for Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) Championship tournament. The team is on the hunt for a birth in the medal rounds as they look to improve on their OCAA bronze medal from 2014.

The men entered their game on Sunday in the same situation as their female counterparts. Win, and they would be in; lose, and play for a berth in the OCAA Championship Tournament. The match proved to be an exciting one. With the Fleming Knights just ahead of Trent in the standings, the teams were on an equal footing. Trent started out strong, overcoming Fleming in the first set by a margin of 25–23. In the second set, Trent and Fleming battled it out well past the 25-point marker with Trent, eventually being overcome by a final score of 31–29. In the third round, Fleming carried their momentum to a 25–21 margin of victory. Despite strong play from Trent in the fourth (and final) set, Fleming surged in

the last plays of the game to take it 25–20. Now the focus for the Excalibur lies ahead. To qualify for playoffs this year, Trent must overcome Niagara College who plays in the OCAA’s western division.

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Cec Perdue, Reporter Article by Don Barrie, Photo courtesy of Peterborough Sports Hall of Fame Cec Perdue was an iconic newspaper reporter who, from the early 1930’s to the late 1960’s, wrote to his audience of mainly Peterborough readers in the days when most of their news came from the afternoon Examiner. He told his stories in a down-home, folksy, and often humorous way. In the summer of 1934, things were difficult in Peterborough. It was hot, and the Great Depression was at its deepest. The sports pages offered some hope, and much of the credit for that goes to the sports editor and a charter member of the Peterborough and District Sports Hall of Fame, Cec Perdue. He reported the humdrum of ordinary sporting events in an uplifting way. Of a Petes’ baseball game, he wrote, “No fooling; it was one of the nicest games we’ve ever seen. Packed with drama, colour and thrills, it kept over a thousand rooters atwitter from start to finish.” He was not above taking a swipe or two, though, writing of an East Peterborough League baseball game, “We won’t be breaking any confidence by saying that the game was putrid.” Sports filled a void for many of the citizens that summer. The Petes baseball team, coached by Knotty Lee, were contenders in the four team Central Ontario Baseball league, along with Kingston, Belleville, and Oshawa, and they played at Riverside Park. The other baseball league, the EPL, played at the Exhibition Grounds. Lacrosse was struggling to survive. Ontario moved from field to box lacrosse in 1932. Peterborough, after a successful debut in 1932, and making it to the Ontario Intermediate finals, had no senior team in 1933. The game returned in 1934. The men’s

softball league played on the Central school ground. The ladies eventually played in East City Bowl, when it reopened late that summer. Cec Perdue wrote a column each day called “Sports Day by Day”. Everything happening athletically, and then some, filled that column. If the event was not worthy of a paragraph, then it would appear at the bottom, in the “Up and Down Sports’ Rialto” section. Sports shared the pages with the ads for the three local theatres, the Capital, the Centre, and the Regent. At the bottom of the page was a daily cartoon called “Our Boarding House”. Describing one of Pete’s pitcher Bill Calladine’s outings against an equally fine opponent, he said, “It was one of the prettiest pitchers’ duels seen locally.” It is difficult to imagine “pretty” and “baseball” in the same sentence today. He reported on a men’s softball league benefit all-star game for the “injured players”. Cec wrote there were more arguments in the game “than any Peace Conference in Geneva”. The total gate of the game was $10.60. Quick to quote other writers, Cec was intrigued by a Belleville’s sports writer’s description of lacrosse, a game new to that area. The reporter wrote, “Lacrosse is a sort of combination of rugby, rasslin, and water polo or something.” Cec wondered, “Doesn’t it resemble lacrosse, too?” The Kiwanis lacrosse team played their games in the Riverside ball stadium. His pre-game lead-up was unique. “The gutted stick artists dish up a lot of action and they have a fine layout at Riverside right in front of the West Grandstand.” “The Cobourg team,” he continued, “would be tougher than a boarding house steak.”

In mid-July, when the lacrosse team had a game in Campbellford, Cec reported that the team came “sashaying down Campbellford way and then ankling home in the wee sma’ hours with the swollen side of a 19-8 count.” The Oshawa team in the baseball league were the Dukes, but Perdue frequently referred to them as the “Les dukes des Chev”, or the “Dukes d’Auto Parts.” The one remnant of the Cec Perdue era was his poems. For example, in 1939 the Senior B Petes hockey team was in the fight to make the playoffs. On the day before an important game in Niagara Falls on St. Patrick’s day, Cec wrote this poem: When Irish lads are playing On a cold St. Patrick’s Day, Bhoys like McNulty and O’Starr, M’Tomkins and O’Gray. Sure an’ the folks down in Niagara Will thrill to the fightin’ crew, An’ someone here’ll take phone calls, But, faith and ‘twon’t be the O’Perdue. When the young veterans returned after serving in World War II, they found the City Council had sold the Brock Street rink to a dance hall operator. From 1946 until the Civic Arena opened in 1949, the Peterborough teams had to play their home games in other communities’ arenas. Cec, a veteran himself, wrote a poignant poem that was to be sung to the tune of “Home on the Range”. O’ give us a home, where we don’t have to roam, Up to Lindsay or Omemee way: On nights turn cool, one looks like a fool Playing home games on ice far away. Times were tough in those days, but for three cents each day, except Sunday, Examiner readers were guaranteed that Cec Perdue would put a smile on your face. Hours of Operation: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 am - noon We are open during all major sporting events, and upon request.

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sportsfiles Fans can get details on this year’s full calendar when the track participates in the first ever Canadian International Motorama Custom Car and Motorsports Expo — Friday, Saturday and Sunday, March 13th to 15th — at the International Centre in Toronto. There will also be pre-season displays April 10th, 11th, and 12th at the 37th annual Kawartha Home, Cottage and Country Show at the Evinrude Centre in Peterborough, and April 12th through 18th at the Lindsay Square Shopping Mall.

Pre-season hard work ‘Shows’ for Peterborough Speedway Article and photos by Jim Clarke For close to half a century, motorsports fans in Central Ontario have looked to one specific venue as their source of entertainment. From humble beginnings — cars built in backyard garages with equipment and parts acquired from the local salvage yard — to today’s high-tech, mass-produced machines, the racing world has grown and continues to thrive on a tight, tricky bullring on Mount Pleasant Road west of the Liftlock City. Whether your introduction to competition at the venue eventually nicknamed Canada’s Toughest Third of a Mile Paved Oval came via the original Westgate Speedway banner or under its current moniker, the Peterborough Speedway has been in continuous operation since 1967 and has claimed an enviable position on motorsports landscape. Under the direction of current owner and promoter. J.P. Josiasse, and beginning with the first

“Some people might have the impression that there isn’t much going on between the end of one season and the start of another, but nothing could be further from the truth,” stated Josiasse. “Actually, once the green flag flies, things settle down a little, but there is always something happening and things that need to be done. Operating a speedway is far from a Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 5:00 proposition.”

green flag of the 2000 campaign, the track is a popular Saturday night destination throughout the region. “We’ve had a great run over the years and show no signs of slowing down,” said Josiasse. “This will be my 16th season at helm and we have an amazing team in place to give our supporters an action-packed campaign. From the ticket takers, to the popcorn makers and the drivers in each of our divisions, we’re all working toward a common goal of giving our fans outstanding value for their entertainment dollar.”

Find the latest news leading up to the new campaign by visiting www.peterboroughspeedway.com or by liking the track on Facebook or following it on Twitter. You can also download the free Peterborough Speedway app on your Smartphone.

Peterborough Speedway’s 2015 schedule kicks off Saturday, May 16th when Country 105 presents the opening ceremonies and a full night of racing with free spectator grandstand admission and action in the 4Fun, Mini Stock, Renegade Truck, Thunder Car, Late Model, and Legend divisions and a fan appreciation autograph session at intermission.

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Kawartha Cup 3: Redemption Island Article by Ryan McCracken, Trent University Campus Recreation Coordinator The third annual Kawartha Cup was held Friday, January 16th at the Evinrude Centre, and it saw the Trent and Fleming Men’s Extramural hockey teams face off against each other for local hockey supremacy. The Cup is a fundraiser put on by the Trent Extramural Hockey team and saw a huge fan base out to support them as they looked to hoist the cup for the first time. The two teams have had some close matches this season, but a resilient Trent squad proved to be too much to handle with the support of their crowd, winning in convincing fashion. The Trent Extramural Hockey team started five years ago, and since then it has been growing steadily in both popularity and talent. Currently coached by Gavin McKnight and former player Jack Berry, the team is poised to make a big push to win the Provincial Championships (Challenge Cup). The team has had a lot of success in the past at this particular tournament — coming in second last year and placing third twice in previous years. It has proven to be an elusive trophy to grasp. Impressively, the program itself has been nearly completely funded by the student athletes. It is one of Coach McKnight’s main goals not only to encourage the players’ love of the game of hockey, but to also be able to fundraise, plan, and program. He also has high hopes that the players will eventually develop into the future managers and coaches of not only this team, but of local teams in their own hometowns.

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Tournament of Champions Article by Patrick Sweeney, Photos by Scott Cherwaty Before the Peterborough Tournament of Champions, the Fitzsimmons Towing and Repair Minor Midget Petes were playing some good hockey. The Petes just finished with a record of 4–1 at the recent Marlboros tournament over the Christmas holidays, outscoring their opponents 18–1 in the round robin before being defeated by the highflying Toronto Jr. Canadians in the quarter finals. Things were looking up for the team and they were excited to defend their Peterborough tournament title. The Petes opened up the tournament against the tough Guelph Gryphons, coached by former OHL Pete Ryan Black. Having played the team from Guelph in the prior year’s OMHA tournament, the Petes knew they would be in tough and ended up with 2–2 draw. The Peterborough tournament structure advances the top team from the four divisions, so after beginning the tournament with a tie, the Petes knew that that night’s game against the Ottawa Valley Titans was a must-win. The Petes didn’t disappoint, and the whole team came out flying with a 5–2 victory over the ninth ranked team in Ontario.

season, the Petes knew what to expect: a skillful team who can score in many ways at any time. The game went back and forth, with many chances had by both teams. Both goalies played extremely well, and a goal mid-way through the second period ended up being the winner for the Petes in a 2–1 victory. The Petes were now set to face the Ottawa Jr. 67’s, ranked sixth in the province, in the finals. The speedy 67’s team, led by highly touted forward Greg Meireles, was going to be another tough test for the Petes. The Petes were able to score first to set the pace. With a lot of back and forth, fast paced hockey, the Petes added another goal and then the 67’s scored twice unanswered — the second one with only 16 seconds left in the second period — to make it a 2–2 game. With those 16 seconds left on the clock, at the next faceoff, the Petes pushed the puck forward and created a battle at the opposing team’s blue line. The Petes were able to win that battle and spring a forward alone in front of the 67’s net. The Petes capitalized on

the scoring chance and made it 3–2 with four seconds remaining. The Petes would add another power play goal early in the third period to extend the lead by two. The 67’s scored one late but it wasn’t enough, and Peterborough Fitzsimmons Towing and Repair completed the undefeated weekend with a 4–3 victory and the Peterborough Tournament of Champions title!

The following day the Petes struggled at times but were able to capture the top spot in their division and move on to the semifinals, with wins over the Markham Majors and Soo Greyhounds, 4–1 and 5–1 respectively. The Petes will now meet the top team from Southwestern Ontario in the London Jr. Knights. Having seen London early on in the

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Allergies shut down the game Article by Erin Bell, RNCP Allergies are everywhere! When I was a child, I think I knew one kid who was allergic to peanuts. Now, the list is endless. The reasons? That’s for another article. We don’t think of inflammation as an effect of allergies as we tend to separate the two as independent symptoms. You won’t often hear someone say they have “inflammation”, they will tell you they have “allergies.” Wheezing, tightness in the chest, runny eyes, a stuffy nose, itching skin and hives, mucous and congestion: these are all natural immune responses to allergens. With allergies, a body chemical called histamine is released, which causes the inflammation. When we think of inflammation, we think of the physical characteristics that we can see and feel externally, like redness, swelling, pain, and heat. Well, think of all this going on inside your body when you have an allergic reaction.

An allergic reaction is your body’s immune system actually overreacting to an invader it does not recognize — specifically proteins or external substances like pollens and environmental chemicals or molds. The immune system gathers all its resources to produce symptoms in an attempt to heal itself. Blood vessels dilate and bodily fluids rich in defenders like white blood cells are rushed to the area to combat potential infections. The coughing, itchy, congested, wheezing person reaches for antihistamines, and rightly so, as our bodies are not designed to handle a lot of histamine. Too much can be downright deadly. Science has now confirmed that the majority of our immune system resides in the digestive tract, the food tube that feeds nutrients to every part of the body. So does food cause inflammation? You bet. What is one way to identify this inflammation?

Allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities. Eating foods to which your body is sensitive, allergic or intolerant can seriously slow down athletic performance by increasing this inflammatory response. While inflammation is a natural reaction, it also creates the conditions for illness. Inflammation creates insulin resistance, sleep disturbances, joint and muscle aches, nervous system disorders, digestive disorders, poor mental acuity, and fatigue. This is not exactly the platform for peak performance. While allergies can have distinct and immediate reactions, food intolerances and sensitivities are more subtle. Like a couch-potato version of an allergy, it can be a little slower and lazier to react, but it’s certainly just as annoying. These can go undetected for years, contribute to all kinds of symptoms and be very difficult to diagnose as they tend to react over the course of several days rather than immediately. This means you feel chronically unwell and sore, endlessly

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Erin Bell — Nutritionist specializing in Food Intolerances and allergic to liver! Adaptive Health Care Solutions /BIOS Natural Health fatigued, and symptoms seem to be occurring in an endless cycle. Something you may have consumed four days earlier could still be causing an inflammatory response in your body, and you have no idea what it is. Fortunately there are many new ways to determine what could be causing the inflammatory response. A nutritional diet that includes anti-inflammatory foods, brightly colored fresh fruits and vegetables and adequate protein as well as seeking ways to determine what could be causing the reaction will help tremendously in repairing your body. Diets high in sugars, saturated fats, processed foods, artificial sweeteners, simple carbohydrates/excess carbohydrates and foods that are causing your body to produce inflammation must be avoided to maximize athletic performance.

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Petes combine CCM Mentorship Program to help local hockey

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Article and Photo by Matt D’Agostini It’s a partnership between the Peterborough Petes OHL Hockey Club and the Peterborough Minor Hockey Council (PMHC), which consists of eight Minor Petes AAA teams. The Petes tack on $15 to the registration costs per player. With that, each player receives the following:

- Two Sun Life Financial Family Zone tickets to PMHC Night at the Petes Game (took place on November 29th vs. Ottawa) - Fundraiser for PMHC

- Team captains took part in the ceremonial puck drop

- Chuck-A-Puck and Silent Auction proceeds benefited the organization

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CCM, who is the official equipment supplier to the Canadian Hockey League, has also jumped on board to support his neat initiative.

- Two Petes players attending a minimum of two of their team’s practices during the 2014-15 season. - A CCM ball cap. The premise behind the CCM Mentorship Program is to give local minor hockey players the chance to skate alongside some of their heroes, as well as to have the OHL Petes show their support for their local minor hockey

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Improve your athletic performance with yoga Article by Stephanie Reynolds, Photo courtesy of Shutterstock Shaq does it. So do Tom Brady, LeBron James, the New York Giants, and the New Zealand All Blacks. From Olympic medalists to major league sports teams, professional athletes are increasingly turning to yoga to improve their athletic edge. Yoga can improve core strength, flexibility, and stability. For athletes prone to injuries, it can speed up injury recovery time and develop body awareness, useful for injury prevention. Runners in particular find that yoga is great for cross training. It can help correct muscle imbalances, increase stride length, and improve balance and posture. Mentally, yoga teaches you how to stay calm, centered, and mindful, allowing you to stay focused on your goal during game or race day. Awareness of the breath is also a major component of yoga. While most people are aware that physical activity and nutrition are important for overall health, effective breathing also plays a huge role. Breathing

affects almost all aspects of how we function, including our nervous system, heart, digestion, sleep, energy levels, concentration, and memory.

As yoga teachers we hear it all the time. “I can’t do yoga because I’m not flexible.” That’s like saying, “I can’t run because I’m not fast”, or “I can’t lift weights because I’m not strong.” We do yoga to improve our flexibility.

How can you find a yoga class that’s right for you? There are many different styles of yoga ranging from gentle to vigorous — it depends on your personal goals. Some teachers or studios offer beginner classes — this is an excellent way to ease into yoga, among other newbies. Yin yoga is a style that is particularly beneficial for athletes and runners looking to improve their range of motion or flexibility. Poses are held for longer periods of time, allowing the connective tissues to open up and lengthen.

Many people also think of yoga as being only for women, ballerinas, or gymnasts. The truth is that yoga is for everyone and can be done by everyone.

If you’re finding your athletic performance has plateaued, try yoga. It may give you that extra boost to you need take your game or sport to the next level.

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Stephanie Reynolds is a yoga teacher in Peterborough, Ontario. She teaches Yoga for Runners (excellent for athletes of all types) on Monday nights at the Queen Alexandra Community Centre. For more information please visit stephaniereynoldsyoga.com.

So why don’t more people do yoga?

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Nationwide summer lacrosse camps Article by Scott Cherwaty, Photos courtesy of Nationwide Lacrosse Nationwide Lacrosse is excited to announce that they have partnered with the Peterborough Junior Lakers to run Summer Lacrosse Camps at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. The Peterborough Junior Lakers have run summer introductory lacrosse camps for over 20 years. Nationwide Lacrosse is excited to carry on that tradition of running the camps and is also excited to announce the first year of an advanced/rep box lacrosse camp. The fundamental/ introductory camp will run during the weeks of July 6th, 13th, and 20th, and the advanced/rep camp will run during the week of July 27th. The head instructors will be Shawn Evans and Brad Self. Shawn and Brad will be joined

by fellow Junior and Senior Lakers players who have extensive backgrounds at the NLL, MSL, OLA, and NCAA levels. All campers will receive a Nationwide Lacrosse T-Shirt. Camp will also include daily Under Armour prizes along with game tickets to the Peterborough Senior and Junior Lakers games. Nationwide Lacrosse is also excited to continue to introduce and teach Canadaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National Summer Sport in schools across Ontario. Over the past two school years Nationwide Lacrosse has taught in 70 different schools. To register for camp or to get Nationwide Lacrosse in your school, please visit their site at

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How to prevent overtraining Article by Josh Martin In preparation for the upcoming spring and summer sport seasons, athletes and individuals are starting to increase their training both physically and mentally. Usually this includes increased time in the gym, a change in diet, and an altered lifestyle. If we’re not careful or paying attention to the increased stresses placed on the body, it is possible to develop “overtraining syndrome”. Many issues can result from overtraining. They can range from minor injuries to the very serious “overtraining syndrome” or “staleness syndrome”. Overtraining syndrome can be characterized by several factors. These include, but are not limited to: irritability, apathy, altered appetite, increased frequency of injury, increased resting heart rate, insomnia, changes in blood-lactate levels, hormonal imbalances, and weakened immune response. Some of the main contributing factors to these symptoms are: inadequate recovery from exercise, insufficient caloric intake, increased stress, and the inability to cope with the surplus demand placed on the body and mind. The earliest noticeable adaptations are usually mental or psychological (mood changes, increased irritability, etc.), and catching changes in mood early enough can help one avoid

overtraining syndrome. Slight changes in mood are normal when training increases, but if they last longer than one day, they should be monitored. As a parent, coach, teacher, or trainer, it is extremely important to observe and take note of any psychological changes that begin to develop in your athletes. And as an athlete, it is imperative that you do not ignore signs and symptoms, or ignore the advice and observations of those around you. If caught early enough, the beginning stages of overtraining syndrome can be remedied quickly with one to two days of down time or postponing the next day’s training sessions. As the stages of overtraining syndrome progress, it can also begin to affect an athlete’s physical form and can therefore result in several injuries or predispose athletes to a wide variety of issues. Stress fractures, shin splints, muscle tears, strains, and sprains are all common symptoms that are easily avoidable if overtraining syndrome is discovered early. This is even more important for female athletes and those who have them within their circle of health and care. Overtraining syndrome in female athletes can lead to the “Female Athlete Triad”: a very dangerous and unhealthy condition with serious consequences. The three factors of the Female Triad are disordered eating, amenorrhea (irregular or absent menstrual periods), and osteoporosis. The push for peak performance as well as a potentially unhealthy focus on body image and an inadequate focus on nutrition can cause a decrease in caloric intake, rapid weight loss, and an insufficient intake of nutrients (primarily

calcium), which will alter hormonal balances and eventually decrease bone mass, resulting in potentially devastating effects. It cannot be stressed enough that, as a parent, coach, health care practitioner, or trainer, you monitor every athlete and give attention to any changes that occur mentally and physically.

So how do we avoid this problem? Proper recovery time and proper nutrition are key to preventing overtraining syndrome. Proper caloric intake, carbohydrates, proteins and hydration are very important. Without getting into too much detail about what the best diet is for the particular training your athlete is doing, it is essential to know that what you eat is just as important as how you train. As training increases, increased energy is needed by the body to maintain output, therefore daily intake of carbohydrates needs to be increased and stored as glycogen for fuel. Training in a glycogen-depleted state causes the body to struggle to maintain even low-intensity exercise, making it difficult to improve fitness. Protein is important to help carry the carbohydrates to the designated areas of the body, and proper hydration is also essential for decreasing the potential for overtraining syndrome to develop. Therapeutic intervention, whether by massage therapy, athletic therapy, physiotherapy, chiropractic treatment, or acupuncture, can also play a role in maintaining the body and reducing potential injury. If you suspect your child, athlete, or student may be showing signs and symptoms of overtraining syndrome, it is imperative that you take proper steps to avoid further damage. Facilitating recovery through treatment promotes general relaxation, has several physiological effects, as well as psychological effects, that boast positive results for those increasing their training and getting ready for the upcoming season!

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teamprofiles High School Beat: It’s a lacrosse thing… Article by T. Clayton Wade Lacrosse is Canada’s national sport, and Peterborough does it very well. Our high school loop is no exception, winning OFSAA medals like it was our job since the provincial tourney began. It has to be said that Holy Cross has enjoyed the most success of late, winning eight consecutive OFSAA medals including a golden threepeat, but other local schools have fared well in the past. St. Peter’s enjoyed a dynasty, and there has been a smattering of TAS, Kenner and Adam Scott at the OFSAA festival. Crestwood was our AAA rep last year, winning their first COSSA crown ever. All this provincial success and Kawartha league parity has two effects: our lacrosse players are recruited by US colleges more than for any other local sport, and our league final is a hidden pearl of lacrosse greatness, year in and year out. The season is little more than six weeks in length in its entirety, thanks to our northerly latitude, but the recent addition of artificial turf fields has

extended our dates significantly. Early bird tournaments begin in April, and OFSAA takes place in June, which makes for a tightlypacked set of games with a learning curve that only a finely tuned athlete can handle. Granted, the very best high school players bring serious lacrosse pedigree from their training in the Lakers organization, but every year the league enjoys lacrosse glory, courtesy of gifted athletes that surprise us on the field. Most often those surprises are hockey players as well. The mixture of talent required for lacrosse is a combination of hand-eye co-ordination, stamina, and grit, which is partially innate since it appears to be almost impossible to teach.

won at local high schools and you’ll be lining up for our finals too. We’ll sell you the whole seat but you’ll only need the edge! The upcoming season will not disappoint as our stable of talent and rich tradition are sure to shine this spring. Crestwood is trying to stay on top and every other school is looking for redemption. The league final will be held in the last week of May and OFSAA details can be found at http://www.ofsaa. on.ca/championships-festivals. Check the Peterborough Sports Xpress website for further details and support local high school athletics!

Right about now every coach is probably nodding their head, while other readers may be scratching theirs. I admit that it’s hard to explain, but lacrosse champions and their teams always have a certain je ne sais quoi. That’s another article, but Peterborough lacrosse has grown greater than the sum of its parts and has reached cult status. Just look at the Mann Cup champions who also

Huskies cheer and howl their way to the top Article by the Peterborough Huskies The Peterborough Huskies special needs hockey team was very proud and excited to be selected as one of the five finalists in the “Cheer Like Never Before” contest which was part of the Rogers Hometown Hockey event that took place in the Peterborough Memorial Centre over the weekend of December 27th and 28th, 2014. The contest encourages any local hockey organization to film themselves performing a team cheer which then, if approved, is put within the tour stop group for a public vote via the Hometown Hockey website. The top five voted videos are selected with the team members asked to come to the main stage on the final night of the festivities. The Huskies video began with the 1980’s Edmonton Oilers inspired “Here We Go

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Huskies Here We Go”, then individual clips of players shouting out the team letters to form Huskies and concluding with “What does the Huskie say?” with several inspired howls! When Rogers contacted head coach Chris Williams with the news that the team had made the finals the Huskies responded big time with at least 40 players, parents, and volunteers onsite forming a sea of red! As all five teams’ cheer videos were played, the four celebrity judges based their numerical vote on originality, team participation, and applause from the crowd. The Huskies had some tough competition, but there was never any doubt who the winner was when the judges gave us a perfect score of forty!

The Peterborough Huskies now move on to the National finals which again will be vote-driven, and the winner will be announced on April 5th, 2015, including the grand prize of having the opportunity to perform their cheer in an NHL dressing room! The Peterborough Huskies would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our supporters who voted for us, Rogers Hometown Hockey and Sport Chek for $500 worth of gift cards to purchase new equipment.

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Kyle Jenkins, a smart two-way defender Article by Scott Cherwaty, Photo by Kenneth Anderson

on his game. Jenkins says, “They taught me how to play the game the right way at an early age.“

Kyle Jenkins grew up playing minor hockey in the Brampton area until he was 13 years old. Jenkins moved over to the GTHL and played for one year with the North York Rangers. After that he played for three years with the Mississauga Rebels, who won the OHL Cup in his OHL draft year. Jenkins never really thought about playing in the OHL until his draft year, but he loved playing hockey especially on a great team enjoyed playing defense and doing whatever it took to help the team reach their goal of winning the OHL Cup. Jenkins remembers that the Rebels team had a lot of great players that have moved on to bigger and better things, just like Jenkins has. Jenkins stated that, “The talent on this team made practices very competitive, treating it like a game each time...”, causing players to challenge each other because they believed and had the goal to win the coveted OHL Cup. According to Jenkins, Jeff Schomogyi, Head Coach for the Mississauga Rebels, and Matt Craig, defense coach for Rebels, have had the biggest influence and impact

Jenkins sees Schomogyi every summer at Varsity Hockey Training facility where Kyle trains and where Jeff works, which allows them to still talk about the game that they both obviously love. Jenkins mentioned how great the system that was implemented for the Rebels as well as having the core unit together for three years really impacted how successful the team became. Jenkins was drafted by the Sault Ste Marie Greyhounds in the fourth round (68th overall) in the 2012 OHL Priority Draft and was happy to be drafted, but he had other options as well, considering St Lawrence College in the NCAA for his next journey in hockey. Jenkins decided that the OHL was a better fit for him based on feeling more comfortable staying in Ontario, as well as for his development in the game. Unfortunately, playing hockey at a high level comes with the reality of player transactions, and Jenkins was traded to the Peterborough Petes. It was a very difficult day for a few reasons. First, Kyle had to leave his billets, the Headricks, who he mentioned were unbelieveable. Second, he caught by surprise,

did not see it coming, and was excited about the Greyhounds’ drive to the Memorial Cup. Third, he felt unwanted, leaving a strong team and bound for a team that has had an up-and-down year. However, the quick turnaround, playing the next day in the Borough, and being billeted with Petes veteran Steven Vargas, made the transition easier. Jenkins was drafted by the Carolina Hurricanes, 187th overall in the 2014 NHL Draft. Kyle enjoyed going to the rookie camps and the NHL camp last year, and he knows what parts of his game he needs to improve in order to get to the next level. It was an amazing experience for Jenkins, just being on the ice with the players he has watched on television for years. The first order of business is helping the Petes get into the playoffs this year and being a leader next year on what will probably be a younger team, so his experience will be pressed into action for the development of the team which he is looking forward to. Jenkins wants to play to whatever level he can get to and has great support from his family and coaches, which will be needed to help him get to the next level. His dream is to play in the NHL.

Born: April 22, 1996 in Brampton,Ontario Favourite Food: white fish Favourite Movie: Inception Favourite #: 51 Favourite colour: green Favourite subject: geography

Kyle Jenkins,

a smart two-way defender

Familly: Sheila(mom), Stacey(dad) and Jessica(sister)

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