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The Importance of the Annual General Meeting (AGM)

by Gary (Login kemplen)


For most lacrosse clubs across Ontario once a year an annual general meeting is held , the importance of these meetings are often over looked and not well attended. I thought I would take some time to outline a number of reasons for attending these meetings and more importantly letting your opinion be heard.

These reasons are not in any order of importance and I am sure that I have missed some so please feel free to express your opinion and add to the list.

1. Most minor clubs are run by a small group of dedicated volunteers the AGM is a great venue for expressing your familys appreciation for the hard efforts of these volunteers.

2. I have been in nearly every minor arena in Ontario and every time I am in one, someone expresses an opinion as to whats wrong with the game of lacrosse. The AGM is the right place to make that opinion known so the lacrosse community can do something about it.

3. The minor clubs executive needs to hear from their parents and players about their program both positive and negative so they can continue to build on their program for their future.

4. Minor lacrosse clubs are always facing a shortage of volunteers the AGM is a great place to let the club know that you are willing to get involved and help continue the development of the lacrosse program.

5. The AGM is where you find out about the financial health of your lacrosse club, make sure you attend and ask the hard questions.

6. The AGM is a great venue for introducing new programs, new rep teams and the possibilities for tournaments in the future.

7. The AGM is a great venue for the introduction of the new coaches and new teams that will be in existence for the next season.

8. The AGM is also a good venue to express your opinion on the level of officiating provided by the organization.

9. The AGM is also a good venue to express your opinion regarding the facilities provided by the lacrosse program.

10. The AGM is also a good venue to discuss the fees charged by the minor and rep program.


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Re: The Importance of the Annual General Meeting (AGM)

by 705Sniper (Login 705Sniper)

I'll second that

Posted on Oct 2, 2010, 9:26 AM
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Toronto Stars Field Lacrosse Clinic

by Gary (Login kemplen)




From: Toronto Stars Lacrosse Assoc.
Subject: Toronto Stars Field Lacrosse Clinic


Come one, Come all, Bring a Friend!

Learn the great game of Field Lacrosse! Running every Wednesday until October 20th, the Toronto Stars lacrosse ogranization will be running a Field Lacrosse clinic on the field behind McGregor Park arena at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (rain or shine). A fee of $5.00 will be charged for the clinics and the money will be used to purchase jerseys, equipment etc. for the upcoming season.

We will be teaching the skills, game and rules of Field Lacrosse and with enough interest the Toronto Stars will be starting a Field program in the Spring. Full equipment is recommended, helmut and gloves are a minimum requirement.

Come out and learn this great game, the game of opportunity! All U.S. and Canadian Universities play this game!

Posted on Sep 28, 2010, 11:06 PM
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Winter Lax

by (Login WilmotWild)

The Wilmot Wild are interested in hosting some winter lacrosse this off season and are putting the call out to see who is interested. If you are a player born in 1995 or before and want to play some pick up contact lacrosse in the Waterloo Region, please go to www.wilmotwild.com and click on "players" and fill out the form. We would be playing out of New Hamburg where KW has hosted winter lax in previous years.

These are not tryouts and by signing up on our website, you are not committing to the Wilmot Wild in any way. We simply want to know how many are interested to see if this is going to be possible. All who are interested must have signed an OLA card in 2010 for insurance purposes.

Thanks

Wilmot Wild Lacrosse



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Re: Winter Lax

by Dan (Login Lax_man25)

Is there any way for those who did not play in the 2010 season, but have played in the past to take part? I'm definitely interested in playing, but have not been able to play for the past 2 summer seasons because I've been working to pay for school.

Posted on Sep 28, 2010, 9:44 PM
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I will check....

by (Login WilmotWild)

I will contact OLA office and see what they say. It's the insurance bit we are concerned with. We now have coverage under the OLA policy for Wilmot Township but it only covers OLA members. If you haven't paid your 'membership fees' through registration for the last couple of seasons, then you currently are not covered. I will inquire and post back on here when I have an answer.

Thanks for your interest

Wilmot Wild Lacrosse

Posted on Sep 29, 2010, 7:13 AM
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Need to be Registered

by (Login WilmotWild)

The OLA has informed me that players wishing to participate need to be already registered with a team and on an OLA insurance card already.

Wilmot Wild Lacrosse

Posted on Sep 30, 2010, 11:54 AM
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Minor goalie equipment

by steveo (Login steveooo)

Does anyone have link to the latest minor goalie sizing equipment chart?

Posted on Sep 27, 2010, 5:27 PM
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Toronto Stars Field Lacrosse Clinics-Running every Wednesday until October 20th

by Gary (Login kemplen)



Come one, Come all, Bring a Friend!

Learn the great game of Field Lacrosse! Running every Wednesday until October 20th, the Toronto Stars lacrosse ogranization will be running a Field Lacrosse clinic on the field behind McGregor Park arena at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (rain or shine). A fee of $5.00 will be charged for the clinics and the money will be used to purchase jerseys, equipment etc. for the upcoming season.

We will be teaching the skills, game and rules of Field Lacrosse and with enough interest the Toronto Stars will be starting a Field program in the Spring. Full equipment is recommended, helmut and gloves are a minimum requirement.

Come out and learn this great game, the game of opportunity! All U.S. and Canadian Universities play this game!

Posted on Sep 21, 2010, 9:30 AM
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In Support of Epilipsy Awareness as Reported By John Dixon the" Lacrosse Bits"

by Gary (Login kemplen)



Box Lacrosse Revival
In Support Of
Epilepsy Awareness


Saturday September 25th. 2010
At Withrow Park (In Toronto's Greektown neighbourhood)
Box Lacrosse Tournament is being held in support of
Team Epilepsy's 5k walk in the Toronto waterfront Marathon (the next day).


You Are Welcome
The entry fee for the day is $10:00 per player, all proceeds going to Team Epilepsy.
Players can register in advance by emailing [email protected]

Players from all over the GTA are invited to come out for a fun day lacrosse tournament.
While teams will consist primarily of adults, all players 12 years and over are invited to take part.
For those without equipment, extra helmets, gloves and sticks will be available.
Beginners are welcome and will receive free hands on instruction.


Rules
The format of the game is safe, NON-CONTACT version of Box.
stick to stick checks are allowed,
no player can hold the ball more then 7 seconds.
NO body checking or dangerous shots.
45 minute games, minimum two games per team.
tournament runs from 11am to 7pm
carded referees
schedule and rosters will be posted at www.torontolightninglacrosse.com


Members of Team Epilepsy
Will be on hand to support the festivities, as we lend our support to this affliction that affects a quarter million Canadians.
Free BBQ, including snacks, drinks and bottled water.
Friends and family are welcome to come down and cheer, eat, and enjoy the many things to do in and around the park.
(toronto.about.com/od/parks/ss/withrowpark.htm)


Withrow Park
Recently renovated outdoor rink and clubhouse. Once a hotbed for lacrosse in the late 1960's and 1970's. This Saturday will mark it's return after 30 year absence. Located in the heart of Greektown on Carlaw Ave. south of the Danforth Ave.


Come on out, play Lacrosse, support Epilepsy Awareness.


The Lacrosse Bits
September 2010



Posted on Sep 21, 2010, 8:51 AM
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OLA yearbooks

by centre44 (Login centre44)

I'm doing some research on minor lacrosse and I'm looking for older copies of OLA yearbooks. I know some reference libraries around the province have copies. If anyone has any leads, please let me know. Thanks.

Posted on Sep 20, 2010, 4:21 PM
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OLA Office

by Tsitshoh (Login tsitshoh)
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She:kon!

You don't say whether you have contacted the OLA, so I would recommend them first.  Try Pete Flook.

http://www.ontariolacrosse.com/page/staff___board

Skennen

...Tsitshoh...



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Re: OLA Office

by centre44 (Login centre44)

Thanks. I sent Pete an email. I'm waiting to hear. Previously I wrote Ron McS at the OLA. He directed me to the libraries. I assume there are some folks out there in the lacrosse communitiy with these books lying around. That's what I'm looking for. Cheers.

Posted on Sep 21, 2010, 1:47 PM
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you can buy one

by old time lacrosse (Login johnnydavis)

The OLA will sell you one with all the past champions in minor, junior and senior. It may not be totally up to date. Is there something specific you are looking for?

Posted on Sep 21, 2010, 7:59 PM
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Re: you can buy one

by centre44 (Login centre44)

Thanks. I have that champions book from the OLA. I was looking to dig deeper by locating any old OLA yearbooks that have comprehensive reuslts from provincials in years past. I'm trying to find some at libraries and having some success. If anyone has any of the old yearbooks and doesn't want them, I'll take them off their hands or even borrow them via the mail, etc. Cheers.

Posted on Sep 22, 2010, 2:28 PM
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Niagara Winter League still looking for a few players

by (Login warrior8)

We still have some player spots available, if interested in playing winter lacrosse, please contact me at:
[email protected] and I will send you a registration package.

MUST be born between 1990-1994

More details can be found at our website:
http://www.hometeamsonline.com/teams/default.asp?u=NIAGARAWINTERLEAGUE&sport=lacrosse&t=c&p=home&s=lacrosse

Thanks
Chris

Posted on Sep 19, 2010, 7:20 PM
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Team O U16 Championship Photos

by Kenzzie (Login GuelphPhotoguy)

The team went undefeated in their games at Nationals.

The boys won gold in a close one vs. BC.

Photos -http://photobug-guelph.smugmug.com/Sports/Lacrosse/Team-O-U16-final-vs-BC/13701769_tyDwb#1001472021_XQs7L

Well done boys!

Posted on Sep 13, 2010, 10:12 PM
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Team O Photos

by Kenzzie (Login GuelphPhotoguy)

Should have specified, FIELD lacrosse champions!

Posted on Sep 13, 2010, 10:19 PM
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Awesome

by Chris (Login goalie1kids2)

Hi Ken,
I just wanted to say great job with the pictures they look awesome. It was a great weekend for the boys.I was wondering do you sell any of these photos? My son was number 66 on the team and I seen that you had a few good ones of him. Here is my email address. [email protected]


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Thanks!

by kenzzie (Login GuelphPhotoguy)

Thanks Chris

Right click saving is enabled for all posted photos (mainly so players can save and use for facebook etc).
While ok for web viewing, uploaded image resolution will not print well (pixelated). I'm trying to get a team list and plan to post all games. I will email you and we can work something out if you want actual prints.

Ken

Posted on Sep 16, 2010, 1:02 AM
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Congratulations!

by old time lacrosse (Login johnnydavis)

Great job Team Ontario! Thanks for sharing the great pictures.

Posted on Sep 15, 2010, 9:53 AM
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Toronto Girls Field lacrosse Program-reported by John Dixon "Lacrosse Bits"

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Toronto Girls*Just Laxin
Toronto Girls Field Lacrosse Program
Starting To Be Noticed

You may have heard about the Toronto Girls Field Lacrosse program, actually a combined Toronto Stars and Beaches Field Lacrosse program. It's a bunch of girls who show up at the lacrosse fields with their lax sticks to play the game. But trust me, these girls are not just showing up, they're bringing their game faces and they are doing some winning.

The girls got the lax addict (lacrosse addiction) just like the boys.


Taking Notice
The OLA and the Women's Field Lacrosse program are taking notice.

In only their third season of playing, they now have U-19, U-15 and U-11 rep teams. With a bit of hard work, some growing pains and a whole bunch of girls who just want to play the game, the Toronto Girls are starting to make waves.

The program has produced seven Team Ontario players this season. That's an incredible number from one organization in a single season. Here is a listing,


U-16
Geneva Calder (2nd. year)
Caitlin Gourley
Rhiannon Ness
Alissa Quan
Kendra Sheppard

U-14
Ella Calder
Ally Gaining



Two other girls are playing with Edge traveling team and a few others are with the University of Toronto winter camp.

This Is Not Surprising
The Stars continue to build their Girls Field House League and Rep programs and share this responsibility with the Beaches who handle the U-11 House League and Rep programs. The association's goal is to become one of the top centres for Girls Field Lacrosse in the province and realize the potential for girls to pursue lacrosse at the highest NCAA and National Team Levels.
Here's The Way It's Working
U-19 -Start of the season they looked good but hit a snag (probably from growing to fast). However they did what good teams do, they regrouped, refocused and became a hungry and strong group. A credit to all the girls and coaches they persevered. As the season progressed the team-manship displayed was amazing, by provincials other teams did not want to match up against Toronto. Finished 5th. at the provincials.

U-15 -An extremely young team. Took the champion Oshawa BlueKights to a 10-8 loss. The team has got lots of upside. Good scoring and great goaltending. Most players are back next year, only three overage.

U-11 -A brand new team. This team plays with a lot of Beach players. They went 4-5-1, great first year result. Next year's team should be even more exciting as the players will have the beginners (learning the game) all worked out. So the opposition best be heads up because this team looks good.

Tournaments -The provincials are over but the Goblin Games are coming up on Halloween weekend. This is the big Girls Annual Field Lacrosse event of the fall held in Ithaca, N.Y. State. It will be the second trip south this season as many of the girls travelled to Hobart College in early May.


Reviewing The Program
The association has done a remarkable job kick-starting the girls field lax program. From starting off with a core of Stars box lacrosse players to literally taking girls off the street or the local soccer fields and putting a lacrosse stick in their hand (which they will not give up), all the way down to the young (tyke age) players just coming in wanting to know where to sign up.

Big Time Excellent Job
First the hard working volunteers making it all come together; Heidi, Deb, Larry, Reed (a ref he's OK), Kim, Lynne, Michelle, Mike and the others. To the outsider they are just names, but to the girls who play they know they are the best.

The coaches who have brought their expertise of the game, Yoko Murphy U-19 and Tory Merrill U-15 both played for the UofT Blues. Susan Tung, Elisha King also from UofT, U-11.

The field directors of the clubs
Frank Ham the Beaches man on the field. Somehow he gets it done for the girls and the boys programs, even when the road ahead full of darkness.

Jim Calder, Toronto Stars. Lacrosse guy from back in the day. A man who has made his contribution to the men's game, now giving his all to the growth of the girls game.

Most importantly,
the girls from all the teams who have picked up the stick and have taken the game to a higher level. You have made the sport number one in your heart and when you play you show everyone that Toronto girls field lax is "the awesome sport".

The Toronto Lax Girls
Just Laxin - Just Rockin


John Dixon
'The Lacrosse Bits'
September 2010


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Niagara Winter Lacrosse Registration

by (Login warrior8)

NWL still taking registrations (for players only).

Must be born between 1990-1994.

All games played on Saturday's out of Lakemount Sportsworld in Grimsby. Runs for 20 weeks and then 1 week play offs for the top 4 teams.

League starts the first Saturday after Thanksgiving.

$205.00 or $190.00 for second child in same family.

For a registration package, please contact Chris Spiers @ 905-937-1016 or [email protected]

Posted on Sep 8, 2010, 11:00 AM
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Toronto Stars Field Lacrosse Clinic Starts Tomorrow

by Gary (Login kemplen)



Come one, come all!

Learn the great game of Field Lacrosse! Starting tomorrow, September 8th, 2010 and every Wednesday until October 20th, the Toronto Stars lacrosse ogranization will be running a Field Lacrosse clinic on the field behind McGregor Park arena at 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

We will be teaching the skills, game and rules of Field Lacrosse and with enough interest the Toronto Stars will be starting a Field program in the Spring.

Come out and learn this great game, the game of opportunity! All U.S. and Canadian Universities play this game!


Posted on Sep 7, 2010, 10:54 PM
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Additional Information

by Gary (Login kemplen)

Toronto Stars Field Lacrosse

Starting tonight Sept. 8/th and every Wednesday night Rain or Shine til and including October 20th, from 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM the Stars are having Field Lacrosse Clinics to teach the game. We know hockey is well underway, but if you can come out as much as possible that is wonderful, our goal is to teach the game so we can start a Field Program in the Spring.

Cost - $5.00/player
Bring full equipment and the Stars have long poles for anyone who wants to try long pole.

You can add anything you think might be help full, like Field Lacrosse is played at both Canadian & US Universities etc.

Posted on Sep 8, 2010, 2:55 PM
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Coaches Announce for Field Lacrosse Clinics

by Gary (Login kemplen)

The Toronto Stars are pleased to announce coaches for the Upcoming Field clinics

Derek Hopcroft - All American Field Player at Bellermine University, Drafted by Calgary
Scott Fitchett - All Canadian Field Player at Guelph Unviersity
Bill Mills - Senior player in Field Lacrossee in Canada and Australia
Rick Fitchet - Lacrosse Legend

Also special quest coaches on a weekly basis

Posted on Sep 10, 2010, 10:11 PM
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LITG To Web Cast Game 7 of the Eastern Final

by Gary Mark (Login marksy)

See the news release at:http://lacrosseinsidethegame.com/2010/09/05/litg-to-web-cast-eastern-final-game-7-peterborough-vs-brampton/

Or just go and purchase the game at:http://www.g2stream.com/litg_ppv/signup.asp

Cost is $6.95, so grab some popcorn, a few pops, and join us for the already sold out game. It should be a dandy!

Gary


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Sorry wrong links

by Gary Mark (Login marksy)

To Purchase -http://www.g2stream.com/litg_ppv/ppv_reg.asp

To Watch (after purchasing) -http://www.g2stream.com/litg_ppv/viewer/index.aspx

Gary


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Team Canada Jersey Raffle

by (Login laxgole00)

The St.Catharines Old Boys Lacrosse Association will be raffling off Billy Dee Smith's Team Canada jersey at our annual picnic this year


St. Catharines Old Boys Lacrosse Association
Annual Picnic
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 12th, 2010
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Schenck Farms - South Service Rd (Louth)
"TOONIE DAY"
B.B.Q. & Refreshments of all kinds
BRING A FRIEND ( the more the merrier )
RAIN or SHINE



Posted on Sep 4, 2010, 10:23 PM
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Parents: Buy Your Kids Jones Soda

by Bennyc (Login 88what)

JONES SODA loves to put amateur pictures on their labels, i went and grabbed a berry lemonade soda and the label had a picture of lacrosse sticks on it... just thought it was awesome... whens the last time you seen a drink that had something to do with lacrosse on it outside the arena?

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Re: Parents: Buy Your Kids Jones Soda

by Tristan (Login radicallacrosse)

That's awesome! I believe the energy drink called "Beaver Buzz" has a picture of a beaver and a lacrosse stick on it!

Posted on Sep 3, 2010, 1:27 AM
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saskatoon berry

by Bennyc (Login 88what)

delish!

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Halton Hills U19 A Bulldogs on the field this Saturday!

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The first tryout for the Halton Hills U19 A Bulldogs will be this Saturday at 11am at the Moldmasters Sportsplex Field behind the arena. Better known as Alcott.

Blaine McCauley, head coach of the Founders Cup Canadian Champion Jr B Bulldogs, will be back this year as the head coach of the U19 A Bulldogs.

Anyone interested in playing but cannot make the tryout this weekend, please email General Manager Mike Hancock at [email protected] to confirm your interest.

The season starts Sep 12, so we will have a VERY short tryout period.

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bantam nationals allstar team

by lacrosse11 (Login playtime11)

just wondering if there was an allstar team named. if so who was on it. thanks

Posted on Aug 27, 2010, 8:59 PM
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The Tuggy as reported by "The Lacrosse Bits"-John Dixon

by Gary (Login kemplen)



"The Tuggy"
End Of Summer Lax Fest


Last weekend I had the privilege of refereeing in the 4th. annual "Tuggy" Tournament. This is some crazy field lax tournament. Crazy in the sense that it's a bit like all-star lax, or better still, all out offence-only lacrosse, with some wild (crazy) scores.

The "Tuggy" is an end of summer 7 on 7 field lax tournament held in Oshawa. It's played on short fields about the size of a box lacrosse floor. It's a fun tournament. The object is surely to score lots of goals. And a chance for players to play on different teams then their traditional teams they play for.

The "Tuggy" is also run in honour of the memory of one of lacrosse's good people, Rick "Tuggy" Passfield. A great player and a super person from Whitby who while training for his upcoming NCAA lacrosse season, lost his life to the tragic H.C.M.


One Message This Tournament
Wants To Get Out There And Raise Awareness Of.

Hyper-Trophic-Cardiomyopathy (H.C.M.), a silent killer in young athletes. To many youth athletes that have died from such a heart condition. Kids can be tested, should be tested, and need to know to ask. As it is now, it does not occur in a regular physical and is something that needs to be ask.

Rick never knew he had any problem.


Tuggy was a one of a kind person who loved life and loved his lacrosse. Played for Whitby Junior 'A's and the Oshawa BlueKnights also NCAA lacrosse at Bellarmine University. He was a supreme volunteer for lacrosse. The people out Whitby way will always remember his generosity and his "Tuggy" humour.

This tournament is run with "Tuggy's" generosity in mind. It donates the profits to different lacrosse organizations around Ontario. To offer scholarship funds to individuals who cannot afford the financial responsibility for registration to play lacrosse.


The Games Were Played
Several teams were made up with players from the Durham area mixed in along with those who signed in to play from all over the Province (individual player registering was accepted).

U-19
Akwesasne defeated Silvia in the 'A' Championship.
Beaches defeated The Benchwarmers for the 'B' Championship.
Innisfill defeated Tugg Boat in the 'C' Final.
The Storm took out Shockers for the 'D' final.

U-16
Fireball defeated Akwesasne in the 'A' Championship.
Cardinals defeated the Six Nations in the 'B' Final.
Oshawa defeated K.W. for the 'C' Final.


If you were present last weekend at the "Tuggy" you would have been struck by the good cheer and willingness of the volunteers for this event. They new Tuggy well. They were inspired to say the least.

You may not have noticed the people behind the scene who put in the hours to make this work. I'll tell you about some.

How about all the people at the concession tables led by Grandma "Babba" Passfield, recovering from a stay in the hospital, she wasn't missing this. She was having a good time talking with everyone and handing out the coffee all weekend long.

The scorekeepers, most of them pretty young. Everyone of them happy to help out and friends of many of the players.

Somewhere in the crowd was Sheila Passfield. Seemed to be bopping around from one crowd to another helping things along, meeting with friends and supporters from the lax world.

How about the players, coaches and of course the parents keeping this tournament what it was, a lacrosse summer party. All of them chipping in, supporting the cause, talking up the great game.


Speaking of players
There was some amazing players out there and excellent teams. From Zach Palmer who's great shot seems to have picked up a few more MPH to Akwesasne, an unreal team, the ball movement they displayed, incomparable. You will want to see them play, you will be hearing about more then a few of them in the next few years. How about "the kid from Onondaga" Lyle Thompson. Wow!

I've got to say something about the other players that played. I've been around the game for a few years now, seen lot's of players and I can tell you, today's players have got awesome skill and they got the field game down,,,the future is looking good.


Back to the volunteers
Referees from everywhere in Ontario came in volunteering their time, from senior refs, Billy Fox (Pickering) and Jon Watson (Cambridge) to the newest refs like Mac Huckla (St. Kitts) and home-grown Luke Calberry. Even one of the clansmen refs from Brantford showed up. The refs who participated raised a good share of money for the tournament.

A few Special volunteers who don't want to be mentioned.

Linda Hurren
Worked her butt off with the volunteers. Working on and on to get the important things done. These organization things take so much time, people just can't imagine. A big lacrosse thanks to Linda.

Joel Johnson
Joel gets the teams and the players (and the refs) on page and the team fees (that's always easy LOL). Spends lots of time on the phone lines. While he was busy doing this, somehow he recently got married, had a baby and took his Whitby bantam 'A' field and box team to Ontario gold. A big lacrosse thank to Joel, for somehow squeezing it in. LOL.


Excellent job by everyone running things.
Great support by the sponsors.
Good time lacrosse everywhere.


Rick "Tuggy" Passfield #41
An inspiration to a whole lacrosse community.



John Dixon
'The Lacrosse Bits'
August 2010


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Brampton Fall Field Question

by (Login 007lax007)

Hi, everyone.

A few of my son's friends are signing up for the Brampton fall league, and he's interested in playing. I was wondering if anyone could provide a bit of a review from a player/parent perspective. He'd be in the junior division, but at 10 one of the older boys playing. He loves field lacrosse (prefers it to box) but isn't sure how things would work without contact. Does it basically play like the Turkey Shoot in Rochester?

Any thoughts / feedback would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Jim

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It's a ton of fun

by MavChiefMom (Login MavChiefMom)

My son was a little apprehensive about the co-ed, non-contact aspect of it last year, but it ended up being really enjoyable. It's just like a fun scrimmage. If one team is short players, then the other teams lends them some. The goalies are all regular players taking a turn in net; so it is expected the scores will be high. At the end of the season they put together some teams and went to the Rochester Turkey shoot as well. It's just a good way of keeping the stick in their hands for another 6 or 8 weeks.

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TUGGY 7 on 7 RECAP

by (Login JoelJJ)

Rick Tuggy Passfield Memorial
7 on 7 Field Lacrosse Tournament

The 4th Annual Tuggy Weekend was a huge success, and all from a large group effort. The event started will an army of volunteers congregating at the fields to lend a helping hand, and it lasted all weekend long until we packed up Sunday evening. It was evident to me that nothing like this can be done without the help of a lot of great people. From the Passfield family, their friends, and all those outstanding folks in the lacrosse community who chipped in to help, as well as the referees who were outstanding with their generosity, and donations in their time to allow for this event to happen.

The fields were set up and the games got under way at 10am, with games occurring on 4 fields. Our numbers were excellent both in players, volunteers, spectators, and family members who came to join in the fun. We hosted 14 teams from across the Province, and had a few players even make the trip from the United States to join in the fun, six teams of which were mixed teams from across the Durham Region.

In the U-16 Division the teams competing were: K-W Shooters, Akwesasne, Six Nations, Fireball, Cardinals, and Oshawa.

An undefeated Fireball team claimed the A-Division Title with a close win over a very strong Akwesasne team. The Cardinals were victorious over a strong Six Nations team, and claimed the B-Final. Oshawa and K-W played in an exciting C-Final, with Oshawa ending up with the win.
In the U-19 Division there was a great deal of talented lacrosse played, and some future lacrosse stars were on hand to showcase their talent. They are going to be big names in the not so far future, and some already are. In the U-19 Divisions the teams were Akwesasne, Silvia, Beaches, Benchwarmers, Innisfil, Tugg Boat, Storm, and Shockers.

A unbelievable Akwesasne team captured the A-Title with a convincing win over a strong Silvia team
put together with local talent from the Oshawa area. Akwesasne was undefeated and put on a real show, and I think everyone enjoyed watching the ball movement and sharp shooting from these boys. Team Silvia made some real nice plays, but could not seem to slow down the powerhouse of the Akwesasne attack. In the B-Final Beaches won over the Benchwarmers in the last game of the day. For The C-Final the Innisfil Wolfpack won over the Tugg Boat team. In the D-Final the Storm were victorious over the Shockers. A full weekend of clean play, great sportsmanship, and incredible talent. Very nice to see.

A special thank-you needs to be made to those who really carried the tournament volunteer team. I am sure most people out there know Linda Hurren, and would agree to say she is an amazing lady. All of the off field tables, activities, food, and prizes were handled Linda and her staff of volunteers, and they did a fantastic job. Also to the referees who called over 38 games in two days, a real generous gift to the game by donating their time to help the cause. We thank you ten times over, and it wouldnt have happened without you. Jim Price scheduled the refs for the weekend, called games, and was a treat to work with.

There are countless volunteers, both family and friends who were willing to do anything that needed to be done, and were instrumental in how well this event ended up. A special thanks to Steve McCarthy for the team jerseys, prizes, balls, and continued support for the 4th year in a row. What a great guy and supporter of the sport. Thanks to the Pack Family for the Field Signs, Grosner Collectibles for donating prizes for the kids, as well as Shaydon Santos for donating some nice apparel from the California LAX Academy. Another special thank you goes out to Terry Lloyd for helping get the fields prepared and to his staff at the Oshawa Civic for their help all weekend with whatever we needed. Terry is a pioneer of field lacrosse in Oshawa, and was a great contributor to our event, and always has been.

Mark the weekend on the calendar for next year, because we plan to grow both in size ad popularity. To say it went well would be an understatement. It was a great accomplishment, only because it put a smile on the face of almost everyone in attendance, and all in an effort to put a smile on the face of a young lacrosse player somewhere in Ontario.

We will be sending out a follow-up posting to communicate the money raised, and more information on where the donations will be directed from our 2010 event. We wanted to make sure people received the recognition they deserved, and to give a recap on a great weekend, if you missed out this year please get out and support us next year. We are always looking at ways to improve, so if you are willing to help in the future, we would love to have you onboard.

Cheers,

Joel Johnson
TUGGY GBNF

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LITG, G2Stream To WebCast 2010 Mann Cup

by Gary Mark (Login marksy)

All of the details:

http://lacrosseinsidethegame.com/2010/08/23/litg-g2stream-to-webcast-2010-mann-cup/


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Niagara Winter Lacrosse Registration

by (Login warrior8)

Registration for the 2010-2011 season is underway!!

Player spots are STILL available for players born between 1990-1994.

Goalie positions are FULL!

If interested, please send an e-mail to [email protected] for more information and a registration package.

Thanks
Chris Spiers

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Also looking for certified coaches/trainers

by (Login warrior8)

Please send me an e-mail if you are interested in helping coach a team!

Chris Spiers
[email protected]
905-937-1016

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K-W United Reminder Field Change to Kaufman Park/Cameron Heights Highschool

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6:30 to 8:00 Mondays and Wednesdays

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Tuggy Tournament info/ missing stick

by Linda Hurren (Login lindalaxxxx)

Hello all well the first day of the Tuggy 7 0n 7 is on the books. It was a beautiful day of sunshine with the odd Raindrop thrown in just to scare us. Todays games were intense and it was great to see all the boys play hard. The prize table was a sell out (if you have blue tickets double check tom. we have 5 unclaimed prizes), 50/50 was $145.00 for the winnner and so far about 100 people learned to spell Hypertrophic Cardio Myopathy(Stick head to be drawn tommorow).
Divsion Placing starts at 10am so come on out and watch some great lacrosse these teams really are working hard to win.
PLEASE NOTE One boy today had his short stick go missing from field 2 between 2:00-3:00 this afternoon. It is a white clutch 2 with blue accents on the sidewall with blue and white mark mesh. The shaft is a blue gait ice with white tape on the bottom. If you picked by accident please return to the tourny organizers.

Anyhelp finding this would appreciated it is brand new and he had just put it down to play long pole. Thanks




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Missing Stick Tuggy

by Mark (Login cobrag27)

My sons short stick went missing from field 2 between 2:00-3:00 this afternoon. It is a white clutch 2 with blue accents on the sidewall with blue and white mark mesh. The shaft is a blue gait ice with white tape on the bottom. If you picked by accident please return to the tourny organizers.

Thanks



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CW Field registration

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Centre Wellington field lacrosse U16 & U19 registration this Tues 24th and Thurs 26th from 6PM to 9PM at 198 St Patrick St E. in Fergus and Sunday 29th at fields behind Fergus sports complex from 3PM to 5PM

New players to either league please bring copy of birth certificate

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Ontario Midget All-Stars

by Paul (Login APRockGM)

Ok, big Wooden Stick has asked a few times without a response so I will list the players I remember:

Hunter Garlent - St. Catherines
Nick Ritchie - Orangeville
Josh Johnson - Six Nations
Brodie Tutton - Whitby

I'm missing the 5th player, I believe he was from Brampton but I could be wrong.

Goalie was Doug Buchan I believe from St. Catherines but again I could be wrong.

Maybe now that I posted someone can add the 5th player and correct any mistakes I made.

The Midget MVP was Josh Johnson - Six Nations

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midget provincials - ALL STARS ?? complete list ?

by BIG*W (Login big_wooden_stick)

Who made the all star line up for the midgets in sudbury ?

MVP


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midget nationals

by jonathen (Login jonathen)

I notice they came in fourth at nationals.
what's the scoop, they won it two years
ago with the 94's



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Team O has a shot at 3rd

by Paul (Login APRockGM)

Team O still has a shot at bronze as they play the loser of Alberta and BC. Both these teams have beat Team O but Team O is the only team to beat Team Iroquois, go figure.

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Medals...

by JB (Login laxman_11)

Have any Ontario teams ever not won a medal since the return of Nationals?

Good Luck against BC in the Bronze Medal game!

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bronze

by jonathen (Login jonathen)

Team O will likely win the bronze
as BC is likely 'gased" after playing
a very tough Alberta this am.
Weird how the 4th place team gets a bye
while the 3rd team needs to play a double
to win.


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Team O

by red39 (Login red39)

Team O midget placed third at Nationals.. Team O of any age peewee bantam, midget or even Orangeville is a different team when playing out West... Especially teams involved in the festival, Team O gets an advantage as soon as they walk into that building.... the atmosphere is second to none... a great advantage for the home team at any level...

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Re: midget provincials - ALL STARS ?? complete list ?

by Df55 (Login Dirtyflow55)

didn't you say your brother was 93 on Nations? I assume he would have made it, wouldnt he know the rest?

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Re: midget provincials - ALL STARS ?? complete list ?

by BIG*W (Login big_wooden_stick)

yes he said he made it BUT he didnt know the rest of the line up. he just said some guy from that team & that other team....LOL Sorry dude he just plays lacrosse he doesn't keep track of other players

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K-W United U16 & Junior Mens Field Change

by (Login jayk-w)

"Please be advised that the tryouts have been moved to Kaufman Park (Cameron Heights Highschool 301 CHARLES ST E Kitchener)

There are still spots available for the U16 progam!

Any questions please let me know.

Thanks
Jay

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Re: K-W United U16 & Junior Mens Field Change

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Still Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30-8:00. If you are new to our club please make sure to have a copy of your birth certificate.

Thanks again!

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OJMFLL 2010 First 5 weeks now posted..

by www.ojmfll.org (Login pigskinlax)

http://www.ojmfll.org/

http://www.ojmfll.org/schedule/day/league_instance/1290/2010/9/12?subseason=27268&referrer=205369

Just 1 more week to go (Barbour Fields - Erin. Hosted by Orangeville Generals).
Once it's polished up it'll get posted as well.

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Any word on U16 sched?

by LaxDad (Login Andre33)



André Gaudet
Team President
Hamilton Junior Bengals Lacrosse Club Inc.
[email protected]


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U-16 Schedule

by Josh Briscoe (Login laxman_11)

We have our Meeting on Sunday and will discuss the schedule then. It will be released shortly thereafter. This season we have 17 teams and are looking at different possibilities for scheduling.

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thx

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Livelaxblog Coverage of the Founders Cup!!!

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Remember to tune in today for Day 1 of the 2010 Founders Cup!!! I will hopefully be kicking it off just prior to 11am. Livelaxblog will be at the Founders straight through to Sunday's Gold Medal game at 4pm. See you there!!!

livelaxblog.blogspot.com

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The Road to Glory -Toronto Stars Rep Program as told by John Dixon The Lacrosse Bits

by Gary (Login kemplen)



Guts And Determination
The Road To Glory
The Toronto Stars Rep Program

With the conclusion of the Lacrosse Festival for 2010 another lacrosse season comes to a successful end. A bright star is becoming very noticeable in eastern Toronto. That would be the Toronto Stars Rep Lacrosse Star.

The Stars took another step forward this season as they did last year. With teams in every division and TURNING UP the level of competition.

Here's a quick review, along with highlighting the coaching quality that has started to step up to the plate. Some big names from the Beaches and the old Saints among them. Nice to see the past players chipping in helping the next ones have their turn.

Leadership is KEY on the floor. Leadership is KEY off the floor.

Novice; The little novices the key to all organizations future. Most new this year. Start of the season they couldn't win a game for trying. But determination seems to be what they are made of. By the provy's they made it to the quarter finals.
Coaches; Rick (The Bellarmine Rock) Graham, Phil (Sidearm) Anthony, Alex Link and manager Brenda link.

Peewee; The team the OLA is constantly reading about on the news flash web-sites. These guys really are the East Toronto Flash. They play that exciting fast break brand of lacrosse (my kind of lacrosse). Made it to the quarters. The never say die crew.
Coaches; Rick (The Saint) Fitchett, Scott (Hands) Fitchett, Billy Mills and Eric Duncan.

Bantams; Another team that learned the game as the season progressed. Development is key and anyone in the know could see that they are on the right track.
Coaches; Kyle (ShowTime) Davis, Mike Rauch, Keith (TinMan) Heinman.

Midgets; Well they struggled. But you know what, they had low numbers. As their numbers grow and another season in them you know they will get the results.
Coaches; Rob Collins, Linda Chandler.

Intermediates; The one team that's been around forever. New coaching philosophy, this team is completely different from past teams. The skill that developed as the season progressed is unquestionable. Played their guts out at the provincials. A young squad. Look Out! They made the semi's.
Coaches of the year candidates; Patrick Chapin, Kyle Harris.

Tykes; Played exhibition games only. A group of 1st. time ever players put together and introduced to the great game. They will be at the provincials next year.
Coaches; Jay Sobel, Fraser (General) Chapman and manager Aileen Park.

The Support Crew also stepping it up.
The on floor assistants, referees gotten better, quality scorekeeping, everywhere improvements. The roving instructor and stick doctor Derek (The Man) Hopcroft helping all the teams with the pointers. Dona Lei Fitchett deflects the attention to the coaches and volunteers, but many of you out there know her and you know she is key.

This may sound routine to some of you, but when you've never done it before as an organization.
It's Huge!


The Stars rep program has launched.
Not only that, the skill and commitment to growth is undeniably obvious. The coaching talent jumps out at you. The enthusiasm from the players led by those pepper pot peewees is awesome!

All this makes the Toronto Stars one of the most improved organizations in Ontario. Especially when you add in the advancements with the girls program (that's a story for another time).


The Stars
Riding That Road

John Dixon
'The Lacrosse Bits'
August 2010

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Correction to the Toronto Stars Story Novice Coach Update

by Gary (Login kemplen)

From John Dixon the Lacrosse Bits

On the email copy I have listed under the novice coach, Rick (The Bellarine Rock) Graham. It should read, Dylan (The Bellarine Rock) Graham.

revised story

Guts And Determination
The Road To Glory
The Toronto Stars Rep Program

With the conclusion of the Lacrosse Festival for 2010 another lacrosse season comes to a successful end. A bright star is becoming very noticeable in eastern Toronto. That would be the Toronto Stars Rep Lacrosse Star.

The Stars took another step forward this season as they did last year. With teams in every division and TURNING UP the level of competition.

Here's a quick review, along with highlighting the coaching quality that has started to step up to the plate. Some big names from the Beaches and the old Saints among them. Nice to see the past players chipping in helping the next ones have their turn.

Leadership is KEY on the floor. Leadership is KEY off the floor.

Novice; The little novices the key to all organizations future. Most new this year. Start of the season they couldn't win a game for trying. But determination seems to be what they are made of. By the provy's they made it to the quarter finals.
Coaches; Rick (The Bellarmine Rock) Graham, Phil (Sidearm) Anthony, Alex Link and manager Brenda link.

Peewee; The team the OLA is constantly reading about on the news flash web-sites. These guys really are the East Toronto Flash. They play that exciting fast break brand of lacrosse (my kind of lacrosse). Made it to the quarters. The never say die crew.
Coaches; Rick (The Saint) Fitchett, Scott (Hands) Fitchett, Billy Mills and Eric Duncan.

Bantams; Another team that learned the game as the season progressed. Development is key and anyone in the know could see that they are on the right track.
Coaches; Kyle (ShowTime) Davis, Mike Rauch, Keith (TinMan) Heinman.

Midgets; Well they struggled. But you know what, they had low numbers. As their numbers grow and another season in them you know they will get the results.
Coaches; Rob Collins, Linda Chandler.

Intermediates; The one team that's been around forever. New coaching philosophy, this team is completely different from past teams. The skill that developed as the season progressed is unquestionable. Played their guts out at the provincials. A young squad. Look Out! They made the semi's.
Coaches of the year candidates; Patrick Chapin, Kyle Harris.

Tykes; Played exhibition games only. A group of 1st. time ever players put together and introduced to the great game. They will be at the provincials next year.
Coaches; Jay Sobel, Fraser (General) Chapman and manager Aileen Park.

The Support Crew also stepping it up.
The on floor assistants, referees gotten better, quality scorekeeping, everywhere improvements. The roving instructor and stick doctor Derek (The Man) Hopcroft helping all the teams with the pointers. Dona Lei Fitchett deflects the attention to the coaches and volunteers, but many of you out there know her and you know she is key.

This may sound routine to some of you, but when you've never done it before as an organization.
It's Huge!


The Stars rep program has launched.
Not only that, the skill and commitment to growth is undeniably obvious. The coaching talent jumps out at you. The enthusiasm from the players led by those pepper pot peewees is awesome!

All this makes the Toronto Stars one of the most improved organizations in Ontario. Especially when you add in the advancements with the girls program (that's a story for another time).


The Stars
Riding That Road

John Dixon
'The Lacrosse Bits'
August 2010


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MVP for bantam Nationals

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I think it was Owen McDonald from Elora?

by laxref23 (Login laxref23)

n/m

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do they name an allstar team for this age group?

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Niagara Winter Lacrosse League Registration (NWL)

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Registration for the 2010-2011 winter season is beginning.

If you are born between 1990-1994 and are interested in playing winter ball, please send me an e-mail to receive full details

Chris Spiers
[email protected]

***GOALIE POSITIONS ARE FULL. The first 12 goalie registrations/payments have been received in the mail, the next 4 will go on a waiting list to see if there are enough players to have 8 teams*** If you have NOT been contacted by me to say you are #1,#2,#3......etc goalie registered, you have NOT made it in the top 12****

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top 12....

by bennyc (Login 88what)

ouch... i wonder how much they paid hahaha

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Another (minor) season in the books

by Gary Mark (Login marksy)

http://lacrosseinsidethegame.com/2010/08/15/and-then-minor-lacrosse-was-done-for-another-season/

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Bantam A Medalists and Champions

by (Login HivedOff)

The Whitby Warriors have just completed a 3-1 victory over the Orangeville Northmen to win the Bantam A Ontario Championship.

Gold Medal and 2010 Ontario A Champions Whitby Warriors
Silver Medal and 2010 Ontario A Finalist- Orangeville Northmen
Bronze Medal- EG Newmarket Redbirds

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Congrats to the Whitby Bantams

by TheRev (Login leelaxman)

This group of young men continue to win provincials since Tyke-well done

And thanks to the Coachhing staff

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Bantam all stars

by O (Login ovillelax1)

Whitby - Palmer
Orangeville - van Galen
Newmarket - Ham
CW - MacDonald
Mimico - Thompson
goalie KW - Erhleman sp? - he got overall mvp too


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KW goalie

by lax634 (Login johnnydavis)

His name is Kevin Orleman and he is a good one!

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Peewee A Medalist and Champion

by Sam Rook (Login HivedOff)

The Peewee A final has just completed with Burlington taking a 7-3 victory over Six Nations. Clarington beat Whitby earlier in the day for the Bronze Medal.

Gold Medal and 2010 Ontario A Champions- Burlington Chiefs
Silver Medal and 2010 Ontario A Finalists- Six Nations
Bronze Medal- Clarington Green Gaels

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Peewee A All-star team

by Sam Rook (Login HivedOff)

Lanchbury- Burlingtn
Nanticoke- Six Natons
Keenan- Clarington
Burghardt- Clarington
Maksimovich-Burlington

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All star

by O (Login ovillelax1)

lets not forget the goalie allstar and overall peewee MVP Hartley the little fireball from Orangeville

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He wasn't forgotten

by Sam Rook (Login HivedOff)

There was some confusion on the goalie spot when it was first announced and it could not be figured out by my correspondent at the game before he switched over to cover the end of the Bantam Gold Medal game.

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Re: He wasn't forgotten

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Kyle Hebert, burlington was named as All-Star Goalie.

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Info on the Pee wee game?

by MavChief Mom (Login MavChiefMom)

Is there somewhere on the net to see box scores on this game?

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Midget all stars

by btb (Login behindtheback21)

Who made the all star line up for the midget provies/ who was the MVP?

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?

by BIG*W (Login big_wooden_stick)

anyone got a complete list ?

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Team O Midget Nationals

by laxday (Login laxday)

Good luck in Coquitlam boys.
Lets make it a sweep.

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Livelaxblog Coverage of the Peewee and Bantam Final 6!!!

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Remember to go online tomorrow to read the action as it happens in this year's Final 6 in Brampton! Visithttp://livelaxblog.blogspot.com/ starting at 9am before catching live blog action of Sunday's medal games. Don't miss out!

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Peewee Bantam scores please....

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Can anyone give us the update of the Peewee and Bantam A scores. lacrosseinsidethegame isn't updating as current. Thanks in advance.

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Who scored?

by (Login MavChiefMom)

I read the transcript, but you only mention a couple of kids by name, the rest by numbers. Does anyone have the box scores of the Peewee final game?

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Midget Nationals

by LaxFan (Login Karonhia)

Any idea where I can follow the Midget Nationals happening this week in BC?

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SIX NATIONS MIDGETS WIN "A" PROVINCIALS

by BIG*W (Login big_wooden_stick)

4-1 OVER BRAMPTON

CONGRATS BOYS. IT WILL BE GREAT TO WATCH SOME OF YOU GRADUATING MIDGETS PLAYING JR LACROSSE NEXT SUMMER. GOOD JOB

CONGRATS TO MY BROTHER #93 JOSH "TOWA:LA" JOHNSON

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MEDALS

by BIG*W (Login big_wooden_stick)

SIX NATIONS: GOLD
BRAMPTON: SILVER
WHITBY: BRONZE

4TH PLACE: WEST DURHAM

Posted on Aug 13, 2010, 2:54 PM
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Congrats to Six Nations Midgets, the OLA and the Referees

by Paul St. John (Login APRockGM)

On behalf of the West Durham Rock Midget team we congratulate Six Nations on winning the Gold Medal at the Ontario Summer Games in Sudbury which hosted the Provincial Midget 'A' Final Six. Six Nations and the Brampton Excelsiors were the class of the Final Six and both organizations should be proud of the effort the boys and the coaching staff gave, congrats!

Also hats off to the OLA representatives and the referees for a job very well done, everything from our point of view was perfect and we thank you for that. The group of young referees proved we do have some future good ones headed to the higher levels, great job!

Finally congrats to the West Durham Rock, a 'C' Finalist 2 years ago and a 'C' Champion last year for showing the lacrosse world they belonged at the 'A' level by finishing fourth. Although their final 3 games weren't pretty by any means (a very good Whitby Warriors team dismantled us badly) to knock off Orangeville and Guelph was the finishing touches on a great season! Well deserved boys, good luck to the 10 overagers as they persue their Junior dreams.

Paul St. John
West Durham Midgets


Posted on Aug 13, 2010, 11:54 PM
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A reminder about what counts in minor lacrosse

by (Login 007lax007)

With all the whining and complaining and criticizing, I thought that this little set of four photos from last weekend would remind everyone what really matters:



Posted on Aug 13, 2010, 1:07 PM
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Darn Photobucket...

by (Login 007lax007)

http://s840.photobucket.com/albums/zz328/007lax007/?action=view&current=49224056.pbw

Posted on Aug 13, 2010, 1:10 PM
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Nice shots... (NM)

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Posted on Aug 23, 2010, 9:23 AM
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Summer Games Bronze & Gold...wow

by BaileyQuarters (Login BaileyQuarters)

Whoever thought that West Durham would be playing for a medal, where did Brampton come from playing for gold....wow...good luck to all four teams.

Bronze Medal Game
Whitby (H) versus West Durham (V)

Gold Medal Game
Six Nations (A) versus Brampton (H)



Posted on Aug 13, 2010, 11:18 AM
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Re: Summer Games Bronze & Gold...wow

by LAXfamily (Login Laxfamily)

Who thought West Durham would be there. How about the 17 players on the team, their family and also every member of the West Durham family. Why is it always such a surprise that small organizations develop good lacrosse players? It has been said many times about West Durham almost to the point that it is laughable. So what the only teams that can compete are from Whitby, Six Nations, Brampton or Orangeville etc. This just shows that even small organizations can develop good lacrosse players and that no team should think that it is an automatic win when they play West Durham or any other smaller organization. Maybe other teams should start taking notice and not chalk their wins to luck or a surprise but to talent. West Durham has tons of talent in every age group and you have just started to see the potential within this organization from the Midget team down.

To the West Durham Midget team...you absoutely deserved to be in the final 6 in Sudbury and have inspired a lot of younger lacrosse players to reach for their goals of playing A lacrosse. THANK YOU!!!!!

GO ROCK GO

Posted on Aug 13, 2010, 10:31 PM
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BaileyQuarters and West Durham

by Paul St. John (Login APRockGM)

I think BaileyQuarters wasn't trying to make West Durham look bad, I believe he was stating the obvious - wow, a small center competes with the big boys and makes the final four. I know BaileyQuarters and I'm sure the West Durham replier is one of us but truthfully as Coach of West Durham it is a Wow! Same somewhat for Brampton as they were ranked 6th going in, most teams looked at West Durham as a shock, right Marksy!

The boys played real hard when the chips were down, a 5 and 0 second qualifiers (after a 1-5 first week) booked their spot in the final 6. A great start against Six Nations - up 3-1 end of one only to lose 7-3. Two great games against the one seed (Orangeville) and 3 seed (Guelph) that got overshawdowed in the end by an embarassing couple of losses, one to Whitby, one to Brampton.

Than playing an inspirational Bronze medal game again against a very talented Whitby squad losing 6-0 but not from lack of trying, making the Warriors work all game and Weber in the Warrior net was terrific, helped by his friends - the goal posts and the uglist hidden ball trick we've seen in a long time, (was funny though).

West Durham had a terrific year and again I don't believe BaileyQuarters was trying to put our organization (or Brampton's) down, I believe he was just pointing out that it is exciting to see that we were competing for a medal.

Posted on Aug 14, 2010, 12:13 AM
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Some great lacrosse

by Gary Mark (Login marksy)

and I am only sorry I missed it.

Congrats to Six Nay, and to all teams for what appeared to be a greeat final Midget weekend.

Brampton came oh so close to making my predictions look almost genious like! (and that never happens).

Gary

Posted on Aug 14, 2010, 6:10 PM
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Marksy........

by Paul (Login APRockGM)

It's a shame we didn't play Brampton 4th and Whitby last as once Whitby took away our spirit we had nothing left and we ended the Games on a downer. If we had played Brampton 4th we might have snuck through like we had done all qualies but truthfully I still can't figure out why Whitby didn't win it all, they are one talented team and played amazing in the final 3 games (ya 2 were against us).

The good thing Marksy was we played disciplined, something you called us out on but we kept our penalty minutes low for the most part and we even played Whitby real physical in the Bronze game and they stood up to the challenge and gave it back which you don't see often and played great. As I mentioned in an earlier post Weber was terrific. The Warriors Junior team has a real bright future with the talent that goes overage on this year's midget squad, being a local guy I look forward to seeing these players grow.

Now, not to toot only Whitby's horn, Six Nations was awesome, loads of talent there and Johnson is the real deal, this kid has all the typical Nations skills and will be an amazing Junior and Major player as well as a Pro. There are others as well but Johnson was the MVP, deservingly so.

Brampton, Orangeville, Guelph and the other 'A' clubs all have 2 or 3 real good midgets that can or will step right into a Junior 'A' program. Let me pick the best 94's from the 11 'A' clubs as well as adding the best of the other levels and I would probably put together a mid pack or higher Junior 'A' club that would definately win a couple of Minto's during their Junior run. Dreams, dreams and more dreams, eh Gary. LOL

Thanks to everyone for a great Midget Provincials, wish I would have experienced it earlier in my minor coaching career.

Posted on Aug 14, 2010, 11:57 PM
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Toronto Girl Ontario Gold -John Dixon The Lacrosse Bits

by Gary (Login kemplen)

Toronto Girl Ontario Gold

The 2010 National Champions.

At the recent Ontario Lacrosse festival, the mega lacrosse event of the year, the lacrosse world was treated to a ton of exceptional lacrosse.

Right up there at the top was the Girls Bantam National Gold Medal Championship of Canada game.

With Ontario defeating the traditional rivals from B.C. (British Columbia) 4-0. The score looks lopsided. Not true. This was a super game, 0-0 for two periods in a good back and forth game.

Team Ontario coached by Troyhann (ProBoss) Santos and Bob (NLL) McMahon, played an up-tempo pressure attack game. While the left coasters played a more settled attack style, but when they got the man up, WHEW, they moved the ball around the horn slick.

Both goalies ruled the 1st. two periods. But you somehow knew though whoever scored the 1st. goal was going to take this one. Well that would be the girls from Ontario. Once they got one they did take it over.

Every single girl from every single national team that played in the festival was terrific. The girls can sure play the game guys.



One of the many stars for Ontario was Kaitlin Tse from Toronto. Kaitlin had 6 goals and 6 assists. Top points in the tournament.

Kaitlin has played in the boys lax world since her beginner days and all that skill she picked up is sure showing good now, being on the winning team, taking GOLD for Ontario.

Kaitlin played box lacrosse for the Beaches. She also plays girls field lacrosse for the Toronto Stars.



The Beaches and the Toronto Stars are proud of Kaitlin and everyone on Team Ontario.
The National Champions.


Bringing Ontario The GOLD
Girls Lax Rules


John Dixon
'The Lacrosse Bits'
August 2010

Posted on Aug 13, 2010, 12:43 AM
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Minor L

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Posted on Sep 15, 2010, 3:07 PM
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Peewee / Bantam Final Six Scores

by Gary Mark (Login marksy)

Stay updated to the second with Sam's Blog below, and catch all the final scores from the weekend here:

http://lacrosseinsidethegame.com/2010/08/12/2010-final-six-peewee-bantam-provincial-scores/

Gary


Posted on Aug 12, 2010, 11:27 PM
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Re: Peewee / Bantam Final Six Scores

by XXXbigXXX (Login xxxbigxxx)

Gary

Could you please let Bob know that you cannot see half of the page, therefore we can't read the scores!!!!!

Posted on Aug 14, 2010, 8:08 PM
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Livelaxblog Coverage of the Peewee and Bantam Final 6!!!

by Shane (Login -Shane-)

Remember to go online tomorrow to read the action as it happens in this year's Final 6 in Brampton! Visithttp://livelaxblog.blogspot.com/ starting at 9am both Friday and Saturday before catching live blog action of Sunday's medal games. Don't miss out!

Posted on Aug 12, 2010, 9:44 PM
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U-19 and U-16 players Few Spots Left

by Joel Johnson (Login lindalaxxxx)

We still have room for individual players to sign up to play in the Rick "Tuggy" Passfield 7 on 7 Field Tournament Aug 21/22, in Oshawa. If you are U-19 eligible (Born in 1991 or younger) we have a couple spots left to add players to teams already entered. If you are U-16 eligible (Born in 1994 or younger) we also have a couple spots open for individuals to sign-up.

We will be closing registration towards the end of this week, so if you want to play... Send me an email, I will find you a team to play for on tournament weekend. It is going to be a great time, and great lacrosse. We want everyone to have an opportunity to be part of it, even when your team isn't coming, you still can!

Thanks.

Contact [email protected] (Please specify which division you wish to play)



Posted on Aug 12, 2010, 7:55 PM
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2010 K-W United Junior Field Tryouts Update

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Just a reminder that tryouts start Monday August 16th at St.Mary's High School (please note the field change)from 6:30 to 8:00. Any questions please send me an email.

Posted on Aug 12, 2010, 6:30 PM
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Minor Fall / Winter LAX (Box or Field)

by (Login 007lax007)

What tournaments & leagues are available in the fall (or winter) for minor players.

Brampton has a Sunday afternoon fall field league. Are there any others?

Posted on Aug 12, 2010, 9:15 AM
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niagara winter league

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Posted on Aug 12, 2010, 1:28 PM
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Re: Minor Fall / Winter LAX (Box or Field)

by BIG*W (Login big_wooden_stick)

Six Nations Arrows Express Run a Minor Winter League @ the ILA

Posted on Aug 12, 2010, 2:36 PM
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2011 PROVINCIAL CHAMPIONS
Tyke: Whitby (A), Kitchener (B), Burlington (C), Oshawa (D), Kahnawake (E)
Novice: Whitby (A), Six Nations (B), NOTL (C), West Durham (D), Newmarket (E)
Peewee: Whitby (A), Brampton (B), Toronto Stars (C), Kahnawake (D), Halton Hills 2 (E)
Bantam: Whitby (A), Mississauga (B), Kahnawake (C), Kitchener 2 (D)
Midget: Orangeville (A), Burlington (B), Arthur (C), Kawartha (D)
Intermediate: Brampton (A), Markham (B), Clarington 2 (C)