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COVERING LOCAL SPORTS IN OUR COMMUNITY FEB/MAR 2021 Vol 5 Issue 1
Meet Your 2020-21 Wellington Dukes Inside! pg 26 Golden Hawks Honour A Hero - Jenn Casey pg 14
HOCKEY NIGHT IN CANADA
BRIAN McFARLANE TOTAL SPORTS EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW pg 18
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Call for Nominations
The Belleville Sports Hall of Fame, located in the Dr. R. L. Vaughan Atrium at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Center, is planning to host the 2021 Induction Ceremony on Saturday, August 28 at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Center. Inductees for 2021 will be determined in June and announced in late June or early July. Plans are subject to change due to the potential impact of Covid 19. To be considered for 2021, nominations must be with the Hall of Fame no later than May 15. Nominations can be done online through the Belleville Sports Hall of Fame web site www,bellevillesportshalloffame.com or can be dropped off (or mailed) at the Customer Service Desk at the Quinte Sports and Wellness Center. Forms are available by emailing Dave Mills @ d_mills@bell.net. Dave Mills, President of the Hall of Fame, stated that “we appreciate the support of the public and local sports organizations in continuing to identify individuals – athletes and builders – and teams that are worthy of consideration for membership in the Hall of Fame. We also encourage nominators to provide as much detail as possible regarding the individual or team they are nominating, as the Selection Committee does not do additional research beyond the information that is submitted. We are receiving a considerable number of nominations, and those that include detailed history, media articles, career statistics etc, are the ones that really stand out.” To be eligible for consideration athletes must be either 5 years removed from competing or have reached the age of 40. There is no age requirement for Builders. In addition, nominees must have lived in Belleville or the surrounding area for a minimum of 5 years.
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February/March 2021 Volume 5 Issue 1
In Memory of Troy Hull 3 .......... Belleville Sports Hall of Fame - Call for Nominations 7 ........................................................... U Turns: Thank a Coach 8 ..................................... Athlete of the Month Kale Hennessy 9 .......................... Raisin’ Hull - A Tribute to the Late Troy Hull 10 ..................................................... Gyms - The Essential Gym 11 ................................ Quinte Region’s New Total Sports Hub
DISTRIBUTION Angela Douglas
12 .........................Local Minor Ball Hockey Season Underway
PHOTOGRAPHERS Amy Deroche Ed McPherson Tim Bates OJHL Images
16 ................................... What it Means to be a Goalie Parent
14-15 ................................. Remembering Captain Jenn Casey 18-19 ............................. Brian McFarlane Exclusive Interview
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20-21 ........................................... The Tale of Two Quinte Boys
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22 ........................ A Word from Todd Reid - GM of the Dukes
Total Sports Quinte is a free magazine, digital versions published monthly and print+digital versions published six times a year. Contents Copyright 2020 Total Sports Quinte. No part of this magazine may be reproduced or depicted in print or digital form without the written permission of the publisher. The opinions expressed by contributors may not be those of Total Sports Quinte. Total Sports Quinte assumes no liability for submissions or omissions. Contributors - OJHL Images - Amy Deroche, Ed McPherson, Tim Bates, Geordie Mitchell - Spirits Basketball, Wellington Dukes, Trenton Golden Hawks, Puck Chaser, Terry Boyd - The GYM Trenton, Allans Auto Service Belleville, Total Sports Quinte Podcast, SkuttlePuck, The Boathouse Seafood Restaurant & Waterfront Patio, Belleville Toyota, Tim Dirkin, Todd Reid, Ryan Williams - Williams Hotels, Randy Uens, Brian McFarlane, Allyson Tufts, Trent Valley Distributors, Cogeco, Your TV, 99.3 Country FM, Hockey TV, Deroche Sports Photography, Jeremy Benoit, Rian Cole, Ontario College of Health & Technology, Crossfit Belleville, Trenton Golden Hawks, Wellington Dukes Dave Mills Belleville Sports Hall of Fame.
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Brian McFarlane Exclusive Interview 18
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I’m so proud of our region The past year has created a great void within our region with the absence of sports. We want to thank everyone for carefully working their way through this time and because of everyone’s hard work and efforts, we are slowly starting to enjoy this part of our lives once again. We understand that athletes have been impacted and that you have found creative ways to continue to train and prepare for the reopening. We admire your dedication and empathise with your struggles.
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Our community is eager for sports to resume - both professional and recreational. The inability to gather with friends to attend games, watch them on the big screen or socialize with other families at tournaments has been greatly missed. We’re all tired but what we’re doing is working. We’ve been challenged in ways we never dreamt possible – and the low case numbers in our region reflect that what we are doing is working! Vaccines are now being administered locally to our most vulnerable and then, over the
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Mayor Mitch Panciuk City of Belleville
next few months, they will be available for the rest of us. As soon as this is behind us we will fill those arenas, pack those gyms and line those soccer fields. Although you can’t see us, please know we’re cheering you on!
thank you for all you have done
If it doesn’t challenge you it doesn’t change you.
The commitment and teamwork skills learned today make us a better community tomorrow!
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By Randy Uens
U Turns: A View on Sports Thanks Coach!
Christmas time is always a time for reflection for me. A time to recharge and think about “what’s next” or “what is important to me”. 2020 was a tumultuous year for me, as it was for almost everyone I know. It started out bad and only got worse in a lot of ways. Like everything in life you have to take away the positives. Be resilient and be better for the experiences. I lost my mom at the beginning of the year and it ended with losing my first lacrosse coach Lou Burley. I walked away from a business relationship that wasn’t working, and like everyone, dealt with a global pandemic that ripped away lives, livelihoods and demeanours. 2020 sucked. Just before Christmas I got on a Zoom call for a few virtual giggles with non-virtual beverages with some old and dear friends. We have known each other since we were 6 years old. It all started with lacrosse and hockey and has carried on ever since. Reminiscing and catching up brought us to the topic of Coach Lou. It really made me remember the significant impact that coaches have on you over your life. Both positive and negative experiences make you what you are and how you react to difficult times in your life. Lou was a funny guy… intense but nonetheless funny. He used to taunt us at 8 years old about the “Belleville Two Step”. It was his way of letting us know that we weren’t engaging in the battle. We were dancing around looking pretty but not taking the ball to the “dirty areas” when the game was on the line. His positive demeanour as a coach and that message has stuck with me forever. Lou, his wife Rita and their son Doug, daughters Kim and Kelly moved from Belleville around 1976. We stayed in touch over the years and I even billeted at their house in Guelph for a few months. Condolences to the family. The passing of Lou made myself and my Zoom call buddies reflect on all of the great coaches we had, and even the not so great ones. So many great coaches that instilled knowledge and confidence while teaching us many skills, not only in the rink but also in life. Lionel Botley, former Belleville McFarland, like so many of the former Macs, coached us as well as many other teams in Belleville. Many of those former Macs have left a tremendous legacy within the hockey community. Lionel’s calm demeanour and old school horse sense always kept our bench calm even in the most dire of circumstances when we were getting pummeled by Peterborough. The message was always never give up, take your licks with class, and be better the next time you play them. And we were. In Minor Midget a new group came in and took over our age group. Not much hockey experience but had convinced the BMHA that change was needed in this age group. Belleville had dropped down from AAA to AA that year. Not the right thing for development but the change in our team was just a reflection of this “movement” inside Belleville Minor Hockey. The two twins and myself were told we were too small to compete in midget hockey and promptly cut and sent us to the Midget “B” team. Our spots were filled with various characters but the theme was clear. Size before skill.
The “B” team coach was a guy named Gary Miller. He didn’t have a huge hockey background and was best known for his involvement in softball and baseball around town. The B team was made up of all midget major players and the three little minors, me and the twins season started a little rocky as we lost a few games and players, all of whom were called up to the major midget team. The 80’s and 90’s was all about size. If you weren’t 6’0 by the time you were 15, you probably weren’t on anyone’s radar for the next level. The B team was indicative of that sentiment. We were the throwaways. All too small by the definition of the hockey establishment. I don’t remember any mind-blowing strategies that Coach Gary developed or any particular on-ice skill he enhanced, as Gary wasn’t much of a skater. But what he did do was instill a confidence in us that we could do whatever we put our minds to. He pumped each and every one of our tires all the way to the provincial championship. I still consider him one of my favourite coaches because of all that positive vibe. Saying that, I also owe a thank you to the guys that cut me. There were a lot of “no’s” for a couple of years. Every year I heard I was very skilled but still considered too small. I had a medical condition that slowed my physical maturity. Opportunities seemed to fade but my belief in my skills instilled by Coach Miller and others kept me going. The “no’s” just made me more determined to prove them wrong. Often it wasn’t anything more than someone showing confidence in me and saying “you can do this” which gave me the fortitude to keep moving forward and not giving up. Various junior coaches in hockey and lacrosse all had positive influences. It was just one comment from legendary coach Dave King that gave me the opportunity to play in Europe. Without it, I would never have had the confidence to do it. Dave King probably doesn’t even remember me as I was just a filler in his practices; but his positive comment made all the difference. You take a piece of every coach with you. Floyd Crawford ‘s legacy is intertwined with almost the entire Belleville hockey community either through his own coaching or his passionate hockey family. Those legacies are what’s important. I look at the level of coaching the kids receive now. It truly is tremendous the talent available. When we were kids midget major was the CHL draft year, and yet the guy chosen to lead us that year, ... yes who cut me half way through the season after an injury, was previously not a hockey player but a wrestler in the WWE. True story. Not great for hockey development but still makes for great laughs on Christmas Zoom calls. All of these coaches, good and bad provided life lessons. Like these trying times we are in, we need to take the positives from them. This may be one of the best years for skill development for all of our young hockey players. Working on skills as opposed to games, as difficult as it may seem now, may pay benefits in the long term. No matter what sport or what life path our kids take forward, living through this time will make them stronger for it, or at the very least provide a few giggles for the Christmas Zoom calls. Thanks coaches everywhere, for all that you do. Coaches in every sport have had to adapt and react to the difficult situations the pandemic has created for the players, teams and families. Keep up the great work. Thanks Coach!
Tip of the Week
Hearing rumours of an outdoor rink being built by the city of Belleville, near the new YMCA. Tip of the week goes out to the mayor and the city council. Build it in front of the Quinte Exhibition Raceway grandstand so that we can use it for outdoor games for youth hockey and even promotional games for Dukes/Golden Hawks and Baby SENS. These are my own views and do not reflect the views of Total Sports Magazine, Dukes Sports & Entertainment or the Wellington Dukes Hockey club.
Athlete of the month Kale Hennessy/ Brighton Braves
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Meet 9 year old Kale Hennessy, a student at Brighton Public School. Total Sports Magazine caught up with Kale at one of his hockey games recently where he was presented with the Wellington Dukes signed jersey shown on our front cover of this magazine. During our visit Kale was anxious to get the photos and interviews over with so he could get back to doing what he does best “Scoring”. We were told that during the previous game he had scored 10 goals! Kale’s nickname given by his parents is “Kalester” and his best friends are Parker Powell, Nash Parks and Jayce Henderson. Kale enjoys hockey, soccer and ball hockey. His coaches for the Brighton Braves are Stew Henderson and Luke Powell. Kale also loves to ride on his dirtbike and do super cool tricks on his scooter! Kale’s favourite hockey player is Austin Matthews because he feels Austin is a super good hockey player. Kales favourite food is pizza. Kale wears jersey number “3” his favourite number that not only did his Dad, Colin Hennessy wear but also his grandpa Pat Hennessy.
A special thank you to Amy Deroche of derochesportsphotography.com for the amazing photo on our cover and the two photos above.
Sadly, Kale’s father Colin Hennessy was killed in a tragic work accident on September 29th 2020 in Trenton. Ontario. Colin and his family have been lifelong friends of Total Sports team member, Kelly Martin. Kelly has been doing a fundraiser for Kale’s future hockey expenses by donating 100% of the sales of the book she published with the Late Troy Hull called “Raisin’ Hull”. If you wish to order a book please see information below. Our condolences to the entire Hennessy family.
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RAISIN’ HULL Heaven gained one Hull of an Angel
This issue of Total Sports Quinte Magazine is dedicated by Kelly Leigh Martin in loving memory of her best friend Troy Hull who passed away after a very short diagnosis of cancer on November 6, 2020.
There are people you meet in life who become a significant part of who you are. They become like a soul mate. They have your back and would do anything for you. This is who Troy was to me. We were a real life “Will and Grace” for more than 22 years. Troy never wasted a day of his life. He didn’t just think about doing something, he tried, he learned and he tried again. My father raised me with a wise saying “you never fail ... you only learn” and learn we did ... Troy and I. In early 2017, Troy wrote a story called “Engine engine #9 going down Chicago Line. It was about his uncle the famous hockey player Bobby Hull. I published that story in the first issue ever of Total Sports Quinte Magazine in May 2017. Well, needless to say Troy was immediately hooked as an aspiring writer, and would soon work with me to publish his first book “Raisin’ Hull”. It’s a bit of a funny story as to how we came up with the name; We were drinking some red wine one night (if you read the book you will see the significance of red wine) and the song “Raise a little Hell” came on the radio. Our co-partier, Todd blurted out “Raise a little Hull”! And that is where the name came from. By October 2017 Troy had worked hard writing short stories about growing up in the Hull family. I illustrated and put the book together. Our friend Bob Cottrell edited the book. I will never forget the day Troy headed to Concord, Ontario with his dad to pick up the printed copies of “Raisin Hull”. His father Garry was so proud and silently read the book all the way home on that trip. We quickly worked on a book launch event to be held at the Boathouse Restaurant in Belleville where surprisingly we had more than 200 people show up. I know in my heart Troy’s mom Lois had a little to do with the turn out! She would update Troy and tell him that she had received RRSP from Troy’s uncle Dennis Hull, their lifelong friend, Brian McFarlane along with pretty much every member of the Hull family. “Troy’s Mom” (my forever name for her) later told me that it was one of the happiest days of her life. She felt like she was going to Troy’s wedding. Troy and I had many journeys travelling to book signings. One signing I will never forget was when Indigo books invited Troy to a group signing with some other authors. I was so excited, I said, “Troy you are going walk in there and they are going to BUY YOUR BOOK”! He laughed and quoted me so many times on that statement. The authors were gathered around with their big hard cover books talking about how many people attending their book launch. The numbers were 15, 20, 40 ... it got to Troy and you had to see him and realize what a funny person he was. He was proudly holding his little book that he described as a “readers digest” and he said to the group; “well, I don’t want to sound like I’m bragging but I had almost 250 people at my book launch”! The other author’s mouths’ dropped as they were in disbelief. We will never really know why the huge turn out at Troy’s book signing. Some would say that it was because of the family celebrities who were in attendance. I say, it was Troy’s Mom - head of the household - when she said mark this on your calendar you did so and showed up at her baby boy’s book launch! I have struggled a bit at which story to put in this memorial edition of Total Sports Quinte Magazine - Hockey Edition. Troy’s last story he sent to me in July 2020 described his depression and how he is passionate about helping people with depression but without the rest of the stories the first one leaves the reader in suspense and sadly there will be no continuing chapters. I really want Troy’s memory to be about happier times and so I decided to run the article where it all started ... Engine, engine #9 - what better page in the magazine than pg 9? As I look at the cover of our book Raisin’ Hull now ... I see the bottom line ... “Remember me” ... I didn’t realize the signifigance that would someday have. I will always remember you my BFF Troy.
Love always and forever, Kelly - Sadly, Troy did not get the chance to write the chapters of his second book “Breaking the Silence”. RIP our friend - Richard “Troy “Hull January 5, 1968 - November 6, 2020
By The Late Troy Hull - Author, who passed away Nov 6th, 2020.
THE NIGHT CHICAGO STADIUM FELL SILENT
Engine engine No. 9 going down the Chicago Line! I always thought this was symbolic of my Uncle Bob, BOBBY HULL.
My uncle was like a locomotive. He was clocked at skating 29.7 MPH and his amazing slap shot at 118.3 MPH. The Golden Jet started his glamorous career in Chicago in 1957, and by 1961 was a star player in the playoffs when the Chicago Blackhawks won the Stanley Cup. My uncle continued to be a key player with Chicago for some years later but never to see another Stanley Cup. In the early ‘70’s Bobby changed the way professional hockey players were treated by the owners by ‘defecting’ to the WHA. The first million-dollar player. Billy Wirtz, owner of the Chicago Blackhawks, banned my uncle from the Stadium for quite some time. Wirtz was known to be bull-headed, but I think he met his match with my uncle. It wasn’t until December 18, 1983 that my uncle returned to his home ice to see his #9 retired in front of his family and fans, which was the same year that he became a member of the Sports Hall of Fame. Billy Wirtz passed away on September 26, 2007, leaving ownership to his son, Peter who then turned the team over to his brother, Rocky. Rocky made some major changes, including hiring Dale Talon as General Manager, his best decision ever. Both Rocky and Dale agreed that having Bobby and Stan Makita as Ambassadors of the Blackhawks would get the fans back to the Stadium. However, getting the Golden Jet back would not be easy, as he still resented Billy Wirtz. It is said that at this time Dale called my other uncle, Dennis, also a star player with Chicago, and offered him a position too. My uncle Dennis, the comedian, told Dale ‘ I will coach all home games as long as they are played in Cobourg’ (his neighbouring town). Guessing that didn’t work out for Dennis. My uncle finally agreed to terms with the management andstarted his new career with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2007. The first home game in 2007 my uncle Bob walked into the new Stadium, head held high, as it should be. He entered his press box with Stan and there was dead silence in the Stadium. It is said that my uncle asked Stan ‘who died?’ Stan turned to his longtime teammate and said ‘ The Legend’ just walked in. I think two ‘Legends’ attended the first home game.
The Golden Jet can add two more Stanley Cups to his amazing resume.
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THE ESSENTIAL GYM By: Terry Boyd - The GYM Trenton It was the longest walk of my life. Or so it seemed. A teenage boy walking back from what was to that point, the worst rejection of my short 16 years of my High School career. Let me explain. I attended East Northumberland Secondary School where I had the best schedule which included a spare right after my lunch period. The spare was meant for a study period, but for my purposes was perfect for playing euchre, ping pong and staring at my high school crush. She was one of the popular girls and hung out with her friends who also shared the same lunch and spare. I carefully applied my Clearasil and bathed in Polo cologne daily in the hopes that some day she would look my way. I had no courage to meet her, tried accidentally dropping my chocolate milk carton in front of her and her friends which resulted in laughter, not the pity I had hoped for. Each month there was a dance, either D.J. or the odd time a Disc Jockey. This night was the perfect night for a dance. It was the perfect storm, so to speak- it was a D.J. dance, it was the perfect temperature (not too sweaty), and after applying the perfect egg-shaped amount of Alberto Extra Hold Mousse and carefully combing with my flip comb I looked as good as I was going to get. I went with a friend and his girlfriend, and immediately knew I was a third wheel and would soon be on my own. When I entered the double gym “We’re not Gonna Take it” by Twisted Sister was echoing wall to wall, it was the perfect teenage anthem for a perfect night. She was there, with her friends and I was determined that my extra spritz of Polo was not going to go to waste. I have been in several situations that have required courage, Moxy, machismo, call it what you will, but this was especially troubling. I had to make my way across the double gym and in front of a large crowd of my peers and risk rejection at the hands of my crush. I felt I had a solid shot. I waited for the perfect song- “Somebody” by Depeche Mode. It was a slow song; it was romantic and told my teenage love story to her without saying a word. Prodded by my friend and his girlfriend, who just wanted me out of the way I walked, or rather scuffed (cool way of walking) to her and her group of friends. Time was wasting as the song was already playing, I looked at her with my best Patrick Swayze pout, hoped she could smell my Polo and asked her to dance. Her response was a very polite “no thank you”, I threw my hands ridiculously up and down in the air and said, “oh dang”. I am not sure why this was the response I came up with, apart from being shut down I looked like a 4-year-old having a meltdown. I walked, rather super-scuffed my way back to the empty spot against the wall, recognizing the massive fail of my deodorant. All eyes were on me, “Somebody” now played in the slowest speed known to man, and without turning around knew that “the crush” and her friends were now snickering as I slumped away. Red faced and completely demoralized I decided now was the best time to go home. Monday brought a whole new set of challenges, for now I had my spare and lunch with the snickering girls and my “crush”. In the week previously, the Phys. Ed. Teacher Mr. Enright had introduced our class to the intramural room where there was a universal weight set. It was a quiet place, and no one ever went there so I decided with my face still red from the Friday night before that I could not face the girls and was better off saving myself any further humiliation and would go there. I had found my refuge, and while in this place of safety might as well lift some weights. Monday turned into Tuesday, then another few days, then weeks and months. Recognizing that pairing is an integral part of behaviour I now know that I associate lifting weights with safety, accomplishment, and refuge. Lifting weights was and is my safe place.
There are many men and women who associate lifting weights with an assortment of various feelings, more times than not these are deeply personal. Some refer to lifting weights or exercising as a religion, a safe place, a place of security, good mental health, physical fitness, and accomplishment. For some it gets them out of bed in the morning, and for others it is their go-to for hard times. It is a healthy alternative to other coping mechanisms like drugs and alcohol. The Gym here in Trenton like all other gyms was shutdown yet again on December 26, 2020. At the time, the safety protocols were in place and had been for some time including masks, equipment cleaning, limited numbers, social distancing, and hand washing. There were no related cases of COVID from The GYM- zero. The rating scale enacted by the government included lowest to highest levels of green, yellow, orange, red and grey. In this area we were considered in good shape and until December 26th were in the yellow zone. Overnight the government scrapped the ratings and jumped our area three spots to a lockdown at the grey zone shutting down small businesses. While their may be cases of COVID coming from small businesses I am not aware of any. However, Walmart, Shoppers Drug Mart and McDonalds all had cases of COVID and were not required to lockdown like small businesses in the area. I would prefer to not get too far into politics, not the intent of this article. If there is any way I can help those who are affected by the virus, I would like to be a part of that I will not hesitate to do so. I do question why if we did exactly what we were required to do with marked success- the road to flattening the curve, protecting the vulnerable, then why shut down my gym. The carte blanc approach with no actual statistics to support shutting down a business that has done what it was mandated to do and has been successful makes zero sense. We have convinced the membership that we can do it, we can make a difference, let us all work together has resulted in closing. Let me circle back to my High School experience. Every single person who goes to a gym, who exercises, lifts weights, or plays sports has a reason. For a lot of people, it is the answer to mental health, coping and the dark days of winter. It is important and in my mind it is essential. When I read that exercising is something people can do as I look out the window at the snowstorm, we are currently experiencing I cannot help but feel angry and frustrated. Are gyms more essential than liquor or cannabis, you bet your ass they are. When I walk into The Gym now it is empty, for me it is the saddest place on earth. Shutting down every gym in Ontario despite its success in containing the spread of COVID is cavalier, obtuse, and far from reasonable. It is most definitely political and is most definitely a smoke screen to give the appearance of positive action when the reality is since the shut down the impact of closing small businesses has had little to no affect other than the small businesses who will never be able to recover economically. Gym’s are essential; they are people’s safe place, coping mechanisms, mental health aids, and a way for some to get through the pandemic. An arbitrary decision to shut down these places is a decision to severely impact people’s lives. But hey, what the hell there is weed and booze available, get that into ya.
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MINOR BALL HOCKEY
Season Underway with Covid 19 Restrictions By: B.Q.M.B.H.L
About Belleville and Quinte Minor Ball Hockey League NHL player and Belleville resident Andrews Shaw always credits the training he received playing ball hockey for improving not only his conditioning but his hand eye coordination and stick handling in the off season. For existing hockey players it’s a great training tool. For others, it is a gateway to hockey. A great way to see if you like hockey or just want a fun spring sport to try new things and make new friends. The Belleville and Quinte area has become a hotbed for the sport of minor ball hockey within the province and country as a whole. This is the 35th year of minor ball hockey in the Belleville and Quinte area. The sport is available for boys and girls ages 3 to 18. House league programs start with a season from the later part of April until the end of June. Rep teams are then formed later in the season from the rosters of the house league programs. “Over the years, we have won and had more than 50 plus Ontario Championships in various age groups,” say Lynn Thibedeau of the organization. Over the years approximately 2,500 players from the area have participated in Provincial Championships. The Belleville organization has 7 national Championships and 3 Finalist. Thirty-three area players have played for team Canada at the World Junior Championships in the past. The timing of the season really is attractive to parents as it does not interfere with summer vacations but allows for a different activity and diversion outside of other “core” activities potentially. Covid Protocols will be adapted as mentioned, from local health unit directions and the organization intends to provide a safe and fun environment for players of all skill types to enjoy the great sport of ball hockey. Volunteers and coaches are always welcome. Covid protocols will restrict numbers of players and volunteers but applications are always welcome.
The organization of the 2021 Minor Ball hockey Season is underway. Expectations are high as the kids are eager to play! We will be running a modified league this year due to some of the Covid19 restrictions. It will be similar to the format ice hockey is using with some adjustments. We will be limited to the number of players on each team this year, so that will result in less floor time available therefore the league will only be able to run at about 60% or less of our normal capacity. As a result, we will have to put limits on the number of players in each age group. We also have a large group of players who decided to take the option of rolling over their registration from the cancelled 2020 season to this year. So, they “are already signed up” and have a spot in our league for 2021. 2021 registration opened for new players at the beginning of February. Registration is being run on a first come basis until divisions are full, which won’t take long. Expectations are that most divisions will fill up quickly due to limited capacity and the enthusiasm of playing some ball hockey. WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOUR CHILD PLAY BALL HOCKEY IN THE 2021 SEASON The B.Q.M.B.H.L. provides an organized indoor environment (a hockey arena) where children 3 to 18 years old can play ball hockey with their team. We organize the teams, we provide officials and timekeepers, we even provide most of the goalie equipment. You provide the great attitude and be ready to have a BALL!!! The website for both the Quinte and the Belleville Minor Ball Hockey League is at bellevilleballhockey.ca. The Quinte League plays out of the Trenton Community Gardens in Trenton, and the Belleville League plays out of the newly renovated Quinte Sports and Wellness Center. The new 2021 season is approaching. Please sign up and pay online to guarantee yourself a spot in our League. Avoid the disappointment and sign up today! Why Wait? Please take the time to ensure you are looking at the correct information for your particular League. We are offering a streamlined registration process for the new Season.
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Celebrate their and Captain
Jim Harrison, Prince Edward County Mayor Steve Ferguson, Title Sponsor, Trent Valley Distributors Owner Chris Auger (former Wellington Duke), and Master Corporal (Ret’d) Ryan Isbister were the special guests for the pre-game ceremony.
By Tim Durkin Director of Business Development Trenton Golden Hawks Hockey Club Trenton, or should I say Quinte West, is known as “Air Force City”. The connection between Canadian Forces Base Trenton, the municipality, and the residents, is like family. In fact, not only is Quinte West family, but the Bay of Quinte region shows great pride in the women and men that serve at Canada’s largest air force base. It is Canada’s military transportation hub. With Canadian Forces Detachment Mountain in Prince Edward County, under the jurisdiction of 8-Wing Trenton, it seemed only fitting that a club from The County, and the junior team from Trenton would meet in a game that garnered national attention for our military. The game was not just for our military, but in particular, a former Quinte West resident. On Friday, November 27th at the Duncan McDonald Memorial Community Gardens, the Wellington Dukes and Trenton played Game 7 of their 8 Game Summit Series. It was called the Hasty Ps Cup (presented by Trent Valley Distributors). For that game, the Golden Hawks changed their jersey, socks, and name to the Trenton Snowbirds. They switched from black, white and gold, to the red, blue, and white of the Tudor planes that are part of the Snowbirds Aerobatics Team. The game was played in honour of former Quinte West resident Captain Jennifer Casey. Casey died in May, after she and Captain Richard MacDougall crashed shortly after takeoff in British Columbia. MacDougall was injured, while Casey died, doing what they loved to do. They were part of “Operation Inspiration”, a coast-to-coast mission The Snowbirds undertook, to bring joy to Canadians during the COVID-19 Pandemic. In a moving pre-game ceremony, dignitaries participated in a puck drop. Warrant Officer (Ret’d) Veteran Daryl Watters, CFB Trenton Commander Colonel Ryan Deming, Chief Warrant Officer Dan Baulne, MP Neil Ellis, MPP Todd Smith, Quinte West Mayor
Family, friends and dignitaries sent wishes over video. They included Captain Casey’s Father JP Thimot, Step-Father Rob Tough, her partner Scott Boyd (a former Snowbird Captain), Leader of the Official Opposition Erin O’Toole, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Snowbirds Commander Lt Col Denis Bandet, and former Commander of the International Space Station Chris Hadfield. The National Anthem was performed from the shores of her Lake Ontario home just outside of Kingston, by Miss Emily (Emily Fennell Taylor), a native of Prince Edward County. Miss Emily, along with Paul Langois and Gord Sinclair of The Tragically Hip also performed a campfire/lakeside version of “Wheat Kings”. Captain Casey’s favourite band was The Hip and she attended their final show in Kingston. The game was played with the doors locked to fans, due to the pandemic. The bright lights of YourTV (Cogeco 4/700) provided fans with the game, in their living room. David Foot, a former radio colleague and friend of Captain Casey, told stories during the broadcast. He shared memories of who she was, and about her passion for the game of hockey.” The day was not just about remembering a great Canadian, and Quinte West resident, it was also a very important game. The Wellington Dukes were one win away from lifting the 1st annual Hasty P’s Cup. The trophy was named in honour of the Hastings Prince Edward Regiment. Trenton was coming off their first win of the series in Game 6 and would need Game 7 and Game 8 wins to claim the trophy. The Snowbirds (Golden Hawks) came out inspired, firing 16 of the first 20 shots on goal. They took a 1-0 lead. Wyatt George put it home, after a furious battle in front of Ethan Morrow. Assists went to Jaxen Boyer, and Julien Jacob. Wellington Coach Derek Smith called a time out and calmed his players. The period remained 1-0, with the shots 19-9 in favour of the Snowbirds. Continued next page ....
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r Aviation History n Jenn Casey
PHOTO: ANDY CORNEAU/OJHL IMAGES Pictured above: (l-r) Warrant Officer (Ret’d) Veteran Daryl Watters, CFB Trenton Commander Colonel Ryan Deming, Chief Warrant Officer Dan Baulne, MP Neil Ellis, MPP Todd Smith, Quinte West Mayor Jim Harrison, Prince Edward County Mayor Steve Ferguson, Title Sponsor Trent Valley Distributors Owner Chris Auger (former Wellington Duke), and Master Corporal (Ret’d) Ryan Isbister (Trenton Equipment Manager) dropped pucks for Wellington Captain (l) Ben Addison and Trenton Captain Griffen Fox (Photo: Andy Corneau/ OJHL Images)
To the second period where penalties cost Wellington. Trenton would score twice on the power play. Kyle Robinson took a shot from the line that trickled past Morrow at 5:56, with assists going to Griffen Fox and Dalton Bancroft. About seven minutes later, Griffen Fox would take an off-wing pass from Kyle Robinson and hammer it home. Joining Robinson on the assists was Jacob Campbell. Shots were ten a piece in the middle frame. It was 3-0 after 40, and it would remain that way. Trenton tied the series with the win, and the following Wednesday, they were crowned the first ever champions of the Hasty P’s Cup. Director of Operations for the Golden Hawks (Snowbirds) John McDonald says the Game 7 tribute inspired the players. “Celebrating Captain Casey was not only something we were happy to do, it tied into our community advocacy, and our team’s aviation and military history. Captain Casey loved junior hockey. She followed her Halifax Mooseheads, and then worked their broadcasts. She went to Belleville Bulls games, and to the World Juniors on multiple occasions as well. The outpouring of support from coast-to-coast-to-coast for this game was truly humbling. We were happy that we could be a part of it.” Trenton Coach/GM Peter Goulet echoed McDonald’s comments. “The players not only understood the importance of the game, but what it symbolized as well. This was someone who meant a lot to the Quinte region, her Halifax and Moose Jaw communities, and the military. It was a wonderful experience to be a part of, and I know it is something these young men will remember for years to come. I know I will.” “It was a great day”, said Quinte West Mayor Jim Harrison. “Hockey and life in general have been very difficult during these COVID times. For this to take place was wonderful. Both the Wellington
The Dukes and Trenton Golden Hawks should be proud of what they were able to accomplish. They did Captain Casey, the OJHL, the military, and the Hastings Prince Edward Regiment proud.” Following the game, the sweaters worn/issued to Trenton players were sold and auctioned off, with funds going to Support Our Troops, an agency which provides assistance to service women and men, and their families. There was such a national demand for the jerseys, the Golden Hawks received permission from the Department of Defense to print an additional 100 non-game worn jerseys. They were sold out within three days. Officials with Support Our Troops and the Trenton Golden Hawks will hold a media announcement in early 2021 to announce the final amount raised.
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WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A GOALIE PARENT
Parents see hockey through a different set of eyes. By Allyson Tufts - Author, Speaker, and Passionate Hockey Mom If I had a dollar for every time another hockey parent would say to me, “I could never handle being a goalie parent, I don’t know how you do it?” I’d be rich right now. My standard answer has always been, “I don’t do it well.” Don’t get me wrong I am my son’s number one fan and have always been so proud of him. I admire his willingness to stand in net and not only face all the pucks coming his way but also face the scrutiny that comes along with being the last line of defense.
competing for only one of two spots, they are required to be at their best for the full game, there are no short shifts for a goalie, their equipment is heavier than everyone else’s but they’re expected to have cat like reflexes, and most importantly if they make a mistake EVERYONE will notice. Yet in spite of all these challenges young players still want to strap on the pads and take their spot in net to be that last line of defense.
Being a goalie parent means facing so many emotions during a game, many of which are incredible, and some are very stressful. It’s hearing other parents tell you that your child needs to focus for the “whole” game at the age of six, seven, and eight. Unfortunately, at that age daydreaming is as much a sport as hockey is. Parents that would yell “pay attention” when my child was in Novice (learning to play for the full 45 minutes) seemed to forget that their child had also lost focus during their 40 second shift.
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Being a goalie parent also means that you’re going to go into games armed with the knowledge that you’re either going to watch your child full of confidence because he or she made that big save, or full of heartbreak because he or she let in the goal that cost the game? It means spending time in the parking lot during a playoff game because you just can’t bear to watch. It’s knowing that you can’t buy that new living room furniture because the cost of their pads is going to be equivalent. Each year you settle for new throw pillows for your house content in the knowledge that your child is protected in net. It’s constantly hitting the stranger sitting next to you because your busy making imaginary saves from the stands. On a really bad day it’s overhearing the other parents say they hope it’s the other goalie in net for the next game. Worst of all, it’s the looks of sympathy you get after your child has had a bad game. That tilted head, sad eyed look from the other parents who are thanking God their child isn’t the goalie. Yes, these things are many of the challenges of being a goalie parent but they don’t come close to the joy and the pride that’s also felt each time they take their spot in net. There is nothing like watching your young net minder skate on to the ice engulfed in that equipment for the first time. Their little legs stumbling to get to their crease just to fall down once they come to a stop. The feeling when they make that first save and celebrate while the play is still going on. The look of the bright red cheeks and smiling eyes through that mask that makes them feel like they’re a super hero. As they get older it’s the joy of watching your young goalie spring from the butterfly in a split second and make that incredible save to keep their team in the game. It’s the pride you feel when you watch your child cheer on their team from the bench knowing they aren’t the starting goalie. Yes I have to say there is nothing quite like it! So the next time you see a goalie dragging their equipment into the rink I would ask you to consider this, they made that team by
As a goalie parent, it’s true I see the game in a different way and tend to get defensive when I hear people describe goalies as “weird”. I guess that’s because, in my experience, I would describe them very differently. My description of a young player that makes the decision to be a goalie would be that they are brave, strong, and resilient. So, the next time someone asks me what it’s like to be a goalie parent, I’ll proudly say, “There’s nothing like it and I wouldn’t change it for the world.”
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BRIAN MCFARLANE EX By: Randy Uens
Former host of the legendar
His last year with HNIC was 1991, ending a 28-year association with HNIC. He made similar broadcasts on NHL games for the major American networks CBS and NBC. Through the years of broadcasting MacFarlane developed lifelong friendships and relationships with multiple hockey personalities. “I always gravitated towards the guys that had to go through adversity in their careers. Character guys like Keith Acton are some of the best people in hockey”. Professional relationships with Jean Beliveau, Ted Lindsay, Johnny Bower and their spouses became lifelong friendships that were valued by both Brian and Joan. Beliveau was often seen doing promotional events for McFarlane’s Scotiabank Hockey College that he ran for over 17 years promoting hockey via promotions and magazines at the Bank of Nova Scotia. This entrepreneurial flair highlighted how innovative and inquisitive MacFarlane has been through his career. The Scotiabank Hockey College was a huge influencer in the 70’s and 80’s to Canadian youth.
If you are between the ages of 35 and 105 and lived in Canada you know who Brian Mcfarlane is. For many of us, he was the host of the legendary Hockey Night in Canada telecast. You hear his voice and it takes you back to those “Glory Days” of the telecast with the Iconic blue blazers and amazing personalities. All of that is true, but Brian McFarlane is more than that well known broadcaster. At 89 years of age his accomplishments are not only impressive but they are still accumulating. Broadcaster, author, artist, sportsmen and entrepreneur all anchored with a love of family and sports. Brian’s love for hockey, like many Canadians began when he was quite young. Raised in Whitby and Ottawa, Brian excelled in hockey and worked his way into a solid junior career in the Quebec junior leagues. In 1951 his Junior team was beaten out of the playoffs by Jean Beliveau and the Quebec Citadels. An end of the season exhibition series versus a Lake Placid NY team brought him to the attention of the hockey coach at St. Lawrence university in Canton N.Y. where he was offered a scholarship. “I didnt even graduate high school! They just took me in right away.” Says MacFarlane. “I met my wife Joan on my first day of school on campus at St. Lawrence. “ In his four years he scored 101 goals for the Skating Saints, which remains a St. Lawrence record. McFarlane was honoured as an All-American in 1952 and graduated in 1955. After graduating, he and Joan married and settled down in Schenectady, New York working in television at WRGB, before packing up the UHaul and moving to Toronto to chase the dream of being a Sports Journalist and potentially work for Hockey Night in Canada. After overcoming some initial struggles, he would go on to have a lengthy career starting at CFRB Radio in Toronto, Ontario and then CFCF-TV in Montreal, Quebec (where he was sports director) and CFTO TV in Toronto. Despite all of these stops along the way Brian is best known as a commentator on Hockey Night in Canada, beginning in 1964.
Although Canadians remember him from HNIC, Brian’s best memories were with his work in the U.S. and working with the U.S. His first job with CBS came about because they were looking for a broadcaster that could skate. Subsequent work with NBC involved playing exhibition games versus media groups before the Games of the Week. “Working for the U.S. companies was an absolute treat. Great people like Ted Lindsey made it such a great time in my life”. McFarlane is often incorrectly cited as the creator or father of the cartoon character Peter Puck. The cartoon puck, which appeared on both NBC’s Hockey Game of the Week and CBC’s Hockey Night in Canada during the 1970s, was actually the creation of NBC executive Donald Carswell, although McFarlane had significant input. “We wanted to have an animated character explain the fundamentals of hockey to non-traditional hockey areas of the U.S. “Brian introduced the segments and was always tied to the character. The character itself and the animation footage was created by NBC’s production partner, Hanna-Barbera. After the network stopped carrying NHL hockey, McFarlane negotiated the rights to Peter Puck from Hanna-Barbera and continued to promote the character. “The animation was done on 16 mm film. I utilized the film cells as illustration for my Peter Puck books”. This allowed for a low cost of production that led to a very successful series of children’s books. Continued ...
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The Peter Puck series is part of a phenomenal portfolio of literature written by McFarlane that totals 96 books selling over 1.3 million books to date. When asked about why he started writing, “ I wanted to show my dad that I could write a book. My dad was the original author of the Hardy Boys series and my sister has authored a number of novels. I wanted to show that I could do that too”. Authoring a wide range of books from children’s books to hockey historical books, McFarlane is expecting his latest book “Hell of a Life in Hockey” to be released in early 2021. From his teenage years, McFarlane was also interested in painting. “I was late to football practice once and my coach asked me where I was. I said I was at art class. He told me there were no artists on his team, so i quit. “In semi-retirement he began painting regularly producing several hundred paintings, mostly landscapes with pond hockey appearing frequently in the paintings. McFarlane has become an accomplished painter, exhibiting professionally. McFarlane was the appointed to the Order of Canada highlighting his significant contributions to culture in Canada. He is very unassuming with regards to his accomplishments, but is very grateful for the honour bestowed upon him. In conversation you get a strong sense of the importance of family and how that strong base has been a source of strength for him through his career.
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Anyone who has had the pleasure to meet Brian you immediately appreciate his keen mind, his sense of timing and wit, not to mention his rich voice. When asked about what’s next, McFarlane quips, “I try to take everything in stride. I’ll make my mark before I am through!” This article is based on excerpts from an interview on the Total Sports Quinte Podcast. For the full interview visit totalsportsquinte.ca
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A TALE OF TWO QUINTE BOYS A CASE STUDY FOR PARENTS
By Randy Uens Total Sports Often it is set at a year or two guaranteed with extra years added on based on service while others get a full four years covered upon signing.
Photo: Ed McPherson OJHL Images Panetta #12 of the Wellington Dukes
A life in hockey is a dream for many Canadian athletes. How you accomplish that goal is up for debate. Traditionally, Canadian players looked immediately to CHL and Major Junior Hockey as the primary route to reach their goals of playing the sport they love professionally. As hockey has evolved, players have more choices and alternative routes to achieve these goals have become more prevalent. Nothing illustrates this fact more than the stories of Daniel Panetta and Cam Supryka. Panetta and Supryka will forever be connected. Lifelong friends, teammates and neighbours, the pair were bound by a bonded past which saw them go to school together, live next door to each other, play hockey together from TimBit to Midget minor and then both to be drafted by the Peterborough Pete’s in the OHL draft. Following the draft they each took very different paths. “We have been friends forever,” says Panetta. Soupy and I started playing together in TimBit and it all ended when we were drafted together to Peterborough”. That celebration culminated with Supryka, drafted in the 3rd round and Panetta drafted in the fourth round dancing around in excitement in front of their houses after they were both selected by the Pete’s in the 2017 OHL Draft. ”We had a pretty good team in minor midget that won the bronze medal at the OMHA championships. We were ranked in the top 10 for most of the year in Ontario. Said Panetta, “ Ten guys were drafted to the OHL from our team. To get drafted to the OHL was a validation of all the work we had put in up to that point.” Supryka echoed that sentiment, “Being around the OHL with my dad, (Former Assistant coach in the OHL ) the OHL was always my goal. To get there was a dream come true.”Supryka immediately signed with Peterborough and completed a standard education package that guaranteed him four years of school should he not be signed to an NHL contract. It was at this point the lifelong friends took different paths. Panetta’s brother Jacob had committed to Colgate University in the NCAA and was enjoying a successful start to his NCAA career. Colgate coaching staff had made very strong overtures early that they would like to commit to the younger Panetta for a full scholarship to the prestigious “Small Ivy” school that plays in the ECAC. “After seeing the games and the atmosphere at my brother’s games as well as the priority my parents placed on education, I felt that this was the right path for me. These are the difficult decisions families must make often early in their young players’ careers. CHL “Schoolboy packages” vary team to team and are dependent on what round you are drafted in.
Other nuances include timelines to utilize the package, amount of the yearly dollar value and whether it is all encompassing or just books and tuition. Standard timelines are that you must use the package within 18 months of completing your tenure with the OHL Club. There is anecdotal evidence of this timeline being extended by some teams allowing players to make a go of it playing pro. If they sign an NHL contract the School Boy package is null and void or it can be activated once the player feels their opportunities to play NHL are not available at a particular point. Many players will complete their CHL tenure then move into USports, Canadian University hockey, by accessing the money accumulated in the education agreement. Although the value of the Schoolboy packages vary, it is usually based on the tuition fees of the university closest to where you live. You are not forced to attend that school, but your value of your package is often based on these metrics. “The OHL is the fastest route to pro for a player. I wanted to be a pro and focus 100% of my effort into becoming that player.” Said Supryka.
Sacrifices are made. Cameron signed with Peterborough in his rookie year and saw limited action while being farmed out to the Lindsay Muskies in the OJHL. “It was tough moving from home at first but I was anxious to get going and determined to prove myself. I learned a lot that first year about what it takes to play in the OHL.” Panetta on the other hand stayed at home. Deciding to pursue the NCAA route precluded him from joining the Pete’s. Panetta signed with the Wellington Dukes of the OJHL, which saw him, take a significant role on the team as it worked its way to a league title and a spot in the National Championship RBC Cup final. “Having that experience as a sixteen year old was so valuable. Playing with older guys and understanding what it takes, especially during a long playoff run made me want to be a pro even more.” Blessed with a strong work ethic and good speed, Panetta has seen first hand what it takes to be a pro. Andrew Shaw, his first cousin, is the personification of an underdog, in that he got to the NHL due to hard work and tenacity, something Daniel has in abundance. Supryka, a smooth skating and skilled defenceman never found a permanent role in Peterborough with its deep defence corps. Supryka was traded to the Hamilton Bulldogs, a young and talented team that was in a bit of a rebuild. “Getting a chance to play more, especially with a large group of younger players was great. Hamilton treated me great and I appreciate the opportunities that I received while playing there.” Supryka was on the radar for the 2020 NHL draft but was passed by in the annual cattle call. “It was a little disappointing but at the same time it was only my first year of eligibility for the draft. I can’t control what happens in those situations but it does inspire me to continue to work harder and get stronger to realize my goals of playing pro. Continued next page ....
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Photo: Shawn Muir / OJHL Images Cameron Supryka Lindsay Muskies 2017
The BCHL allowed for some limited games early in the season that saw Panetta become a valuable asset on a competitive Salmon Arm team. Meanwhile Supryka toiled away training in hopes of the CHL being able to find a start date that worked for the league and the health authorities. “I really started to get anxious to play. I was working hard and getting skates in but it wasn’t the same as being around a team environment.” Said Supryka. With that the young defenceman began to look at options. Supryka along with a couple of other friends from the junior ranks made their way to Austria to play for Linz in the Austrian junior league. “The hockey is not as good as the OHL but quite competitive. The training regimen is outstanding and I feel that I have made tremendous improvements in my game since I have been here.”
Before the start of the 20/21 season, Supryka found himself on the move again. Sarnia Sting made a trade for Supryka that saw Colton Kammerer, a former minor hockey rival from Whitby, go the other way.
Austria has had off and on shutdowns similar to Canada however the hockey teams have been able to consistently stay active and play games intermittently. Supryka would be allowed to release back to Sarnia should the OHL be able start with a limited season.
Panetta meanwhile had completed his third year with the Wellington Dukes. A pandemic shortened season saw the first place Dukes poised to make another run at a National Championship before the Covid 19 crisis halted play.
In November, Panetta signed his National Letter of Intent, which is the final step that confirms his spot with the Colgate hockey team for the 21/22 season. “I’m excited for the opportunity to get started with Colgate. I am still hopeful we get a chance to play here in BC and win a championship before I head off to school.”
Once again the speedy forward was a key player for a veteran laden team. “It is too bad that we were unable to continue. I felt like our team was as good if not better than the one that went to the National championship in my first year.” Personally Panetta had to deal with his own challenges. Entering the NCAA as a “true freshman” is a difficult task. Entering as a true freshman means that you join the NCAA team as soon as you complete high school at 18. Not many players are able to make that jump. Panetta and his family recognized the value of taking a gap year. 20/21 was to be the year that Daniel would join the Colgate Raiders and start his NCAA career. “We had been talking quite a bit with the team and they felt I needed a little more seasoning in junior”, said Panetta. For some this may be viewed as a setback but this is very common. The average age of a NCAA Freshman is usually 19 turning 20. “I want to go to school and make an impact right away. If that means putting in one more year of junior, so be it.” Said Panetta. The other suggestion made by the Raiders was to explore playing elsewhere besides Wellington. “Colgate thought that it was best for my development to get me out of my comfort zone and play in the BCHL. I loved playing for Wellington but I am excited for the opportunities I have gotten with Salmon Arm.” Derek Smith, Wellington Dukes coach said, Daniel is a great player and we don’t usually let a player of his caliber go as easily as we did. Daniel and his family have been a big part of our organization and we owed it to him to help him continue along with his development path.” It was deemed in Daniels best interest that a change of scenery would help him get to the next level. A trade was made which saw Daniel become a Salmon Arm Silverback for the 20/21 season. 20/21 and Covid 19 have not been kind to hockey or to hockey players looking to develop. Leagues have been frozen and there have been limited opportunities for teams to play games.
Should the OHL Season not begin, Supryka would be back in Sarnia for the 21/22 season and compete for one of the Overage spots. He would be expected to be a lock for one of those spots. He as well as Panetta are eligible for the 21/22 NHL draft. Even if these players are not drafted, there is a rich history of players being signed as free agents after being passed over in the NHL draft. For parents to get a perspective as stated, Panetta and Supryka played on a Quinte Red Devil team with ten OHL draft picks. Four are still playing in the OHL. Two others have received NCAA scholarships (including Panetta ) with one of those players being drafted to the NHL. Three more are playing in the CJHL still pursuing scholarships and one is playing Jr.C. It’s not easy. Due to their hard work and perseverance, both Panetta and Supryka have put themselves in a position to succeed not only in hockey but academically as well. The opportunities to play pro and develop are still available with the safety net of an education to fall back on if the dream doesn’t pan out. For Panetta, he still has four years of NCAA to develop and get stronger in order to have a shot at playing pro. Over 30% of the NHL is coming from the NCAA with a number of free agent signings occurring every year. For Supryka, he will await to see if his name is called in the 2021 NHL draft. He will continue in the OHL and finish his Overage year in 21/22. Following that, it is inevitable that he will have some free agent opportunities. The choice will be does he pursue those free agent opportunities immediately and decide on school later or go to school first and pursue the opportunities after. Wherever these two talented hockey players end up, they are testament to their hard work and commitment to getting better everyday. Both have made sacrifices and persevered through adversity. The Quinte Red Devils organization is proud of their accomplishments thus far and the future is bright for them both.
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A Word from the Dukes General Manager Todd Reid Photo by Tim Bates OJHL Images
As General Manager of the Wellington Dukes, it is an honour to work in a family atmosphere that fosters a safe environment for everyone to thrive. To be part of this organization is to be part of a winning culture that develops players for the next level and future leaders of our society. When you become a Duke, that is the attitude that you inherit. You come into an organization where a lot of good people have come before you. There is a standard, a responsibility to perform. We want to win championships. We want players to become better people and move on to the next level. These expectations continue to be a priority of our players, amazing staff and our volunteers. There are so many people behind our great organization. It begins with ownership. I want to thank Ken Clement, and Michael Mulvihill before him. Our tireless volunteers that work hard for the team and care so much about the players. The Billet Families who set us apart because of the care and time they invest in our guys. The staff, including Derek Smith, Leah Toffelmire, Rob Ridgely, Kevin Dolson, Jeremy Benoit, Mike Murphy, Don Cotton, Randy Uens, Bob and Joey Lavender, Tyler Longo, and Brandon Harker. They are an exemplary group. I also want to thank our sponsors and local businesses for supporting our Dukes. We miss everyone and look forward to coming back together in the Duke-Dome!
Sincerely,
Todd Reid
GM/Assistant Coach Wellington Dukes
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WELLINGTON DUKES EXECUTIVE & STAFF
KEN CLEMENT
Owner & Governor
Ken has been a successful serial entrepreneur building on 35 years of experience in multiple sectors. His experience in high level team sports along with numerous successful projects has influenced him to build strong teams reliant on passion, integrity and work ethic. Ken played junior hockey in Western Canada winning two Canadian Championships with the Powel River Regals. He played for WHL Victoria Cougars and the Medicine Hat Tigers, the BCJHL Nanaimo Clippers and the WHL Nanaimo Islanders. In 2017 Ken was inducted to the BC Hockey Hall of Fame.
RANDY UENS
TODD REID
KELLY MARTIN
I am very appreciative of the opportunity to be involved with this great organization that allows me to indulge my passions for sports and business. I enjoy the opportunity to help young athletes achieve their goals while helping the Wellington Dukes become a sustainable pillar of the Quinte Community. Thank you to all of our supporters and staff for the ongoing support of the hockey club. Go Dukes.
It is an honour working for the Wellington Dukes for the past 7 years. The culture of winning and moving players on to the next level is the standard. We have an exceptional staff, with high end character, that work extremely well together. The players play with Pride, Passion and we will never let them forget the Tradition of the Organization.
Kelly comes to the Dukes this season with more than 14 years experince working for teams in the OJHL. Kelly was runner up OJHL Executive of the year in the past and is passionate about connecting hockey with local charitable groups. Kelly has coordinated several high profile OJHL events and looks forward to her role with the Dukes.
CEO Wellington Dukes
DOUG ROBINSON Executive President
DON COTTON Assistant GM
Don has been with the Dukes for 32 years. He played minor hockey & junior in Tweed and won an OHA Intermediate A Championship in 1968 with the Kingston Merchants. Don Coached Quinte Red Devil Midgets, the first three years the organization was in existence. Scouted Eastern Ontario for 14 years with the OHL Soo Greyhounds and worked the last year with Belleville Bulls as their Steva Operator. Evaluated at OMHA Regional Under 17 Camps and Instructed at NCCP Coaches Clinics. Memorable Moment: Skipped a foursome to the 1st 8 Ender in the history of the Napanee Curling Club.
I have been with the team for over 20 years, started as 50/50 sales and fan bus organizer and most importantly a Duke fan. After years on the executive I took over the title of President in 2011 and also title of game day organizer. I have performed numerous roles over the years - too many to list. Some of my highlights include; organizing the Central Canada Cup tournaments, co-chairing and organizing the 2013 Dudley Hewitt Cup in wellington and I was on the committee for building the new Arena. Being part of the success of the Dukes has been most rewarding sharing the accomplishments of the players and team. I cherish my memories with the Dukes family. This pandemic has certainly reminded me how much I enjoy it as my wife and I long to return to Friday night at the Duke dome with all our friends.
OTHER STAFF & EXECUTIVE
MICHEAL MULVIHILL Governor BRANDON HARKER Assistant Coach
TYLER LONGO Assistant Coach
MIKE MURPHY Goalie Coach
RYLAN REID Video Coach
KEVIN DOLSON
Equipment Trainer
JEREMY BENOIT
Strength & Conditioning Coach
LEAH TOFFELMIRE Athletic Therapist
Leah has been with the Dukes for 5 years. Her official role with the team is to keep the boys healthy by preventing and rehabbing injuries. While I am the only female “on the ice” staff member, I mange to hold my own and actually love being part of the team comradery.
GM & Assistant Coach Nickname: Reider
Director of Sales & Marketing & Events
DEREK SMITH
DON SUTHERLAND
A Belleville Ontario native and former Dukes Defenceman, 20002004. I am in my 4th season with the Dukes coaching staff. Prior to rejoining the organization - this time as a coach, I enjoyed a 10 year professional hockey career. My wife Kailey and I recently welcomed our first child in September 2020.
Don comes new to the Dukes this season after thirty years with Post Media. Don was born and raised in Belleville and played local hockey throughout his childhood and junior years. Don looks forward to working with our sponsors and supporters.
Head Coach Nickname: Smitty
Sales Manager/ Sponsors Nickname: Sudsy
ROB RIDGELEY BETTY MASTERSON Ticket Sales Manager
I have volunteered with the Dukes for thirty years and have totally enjoyed every minute of it. We have such an awesome group of volunteers and staff and most of us refer to our group as the “Dukes’s family”. When I first started I looked after our little bar in the old arena from there I did the 50/50 and many other little things to my now current position as Ticket Sales Manager. We have the best fans in the league which makes it even more satisfying. I am hoping we are soon able to resume seeing our players and fans!
Head Scout Nickname: Ridge
After spending several years in hockey operations as a scout and coaching, I’ve spent the last 3 years as Head Scout with the Dukes. Since joining the team it’s been great to see the continued success the organization has had. We continue to have success developing players and winning, which has helped moving players to higher levels of hockey. Previously scouting experience at the USHL and Major Junior levels has helped me and an ever valuable scouting staff who are just as passionate as myself to identify potential high-end talent and see our players have success at our level and beyond is wonderful.
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Meet our incredible volunteers! WELLINGTON DUKES EXECUTIVE Doug Robinson (President) Betty Masterson Robert Baitley Robert Rutter Ed Mcpherson Dave Wakefield Lisa Ormond
Tyler Brown
Michelle McIntyre Accounts Manager
I have been with the Dukes in many roles over the past 15 years. I took on the Social Media Director roll in 2014 to help promote the team, players and town on social media.
Social Media Director Public Address Announcer-DJ Being from Wellington, I have been a fan of the team since the beginning.
Doug Robinson - Game day organizer, Fasthockey and Hockey TV liason, parttime announcer, officials liason, player community involvement, community partners, Nevada sales Betty Masterson- Ticket booth operator, season ticket holder liason, community partners Lynsey Ferguson - Billet Coordinator Dave Wakefield- Pointstreak Operator Robert Rutter- 50/50 table Robert Baitley - 50/50, Anthem singer liason
Bob Lavender
Joe Lavender
I have been involved with the team for over 15 years. I assist with game day preparations which includes water and pucks for visiting team and referees. Imanage the laundry duties and on days we travel I help load the bus and ensure all necessary equipment is on board. I often give the players “fatherly� advice which is unsolicited most of the time!
I have been helping the Dukes for over 15 years. I get the water bottles ready for the team and do laundry. I get the jerseys and socks ready on game day and collect them again after the games. I really like keeping the players positive and celebrating with them after we win. The players and staff are great and I have made many friends over the years. I still talk to lots of them even after they no longer play.
Dressing Room Attendant Nickname - Bobbo
Dressing Room Attendant Nickname - The Boss
Ed McPherson - Team Photographer
THANK YOU TO OUR BILLETS!
Derek Daley, Ken Thurston, Rita Stevenson - 50/50 Helpers
Sarah and Mark Armstrong Mike and Michelle Brown Tealah and Luke Clement Leslie and Jeremy Courtney Mark and Charlene Insley Justin and Kim Lavender Scott and Wendy Lavender Steve and Sherry Sills Rob and Melissa Hall Anita Halfpenny Stephanie Sambey Corey and Lynsey Ferguson
Judy Benway, Linda Lloyd - Ticket Takers Debbie Simpson, Deanna Burke - Booster Club and Sales Dale Courneyea - Time Clock operator and assistant to equipment staff
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What is the OJHL Images Program?
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By Tim Bates
In August of 2012, the Ontario Junior Hockey League founded OJHL Images to bring the fragmented photography efforts of the Ontario Junior Hockey League and its member organizations into the modern digital and social media age. Its creation was an exciting opportunity to chronicle athleticism and to promote Canada’s premiere junior hockey through the medium of professional photographic images. Director of Photography, Tim Bates recognized that, in an age where the public face of any organization is often presented in a social media setting, “photography” is critically important to presenting and maintaining professionalism. The digital revolution has resulted in a lasting behavioral change specifically in the way sports imagery is produced, distributed and ultimately consumed by the public. Pictures are distributed worldwide and are no longer geographically constrained; social media, has an enormous impact on sports coverage over the last few years. Fans are sharing images 24/7 often minutes after they have been posted. Today every single image is only one click away. The power of the network has turned the audience we reach into the people who are reached by other people. OJHL Images provides member organizations, host committees and authorized media agencies a vast collection of game action and still imagery plus contemporary archival imagery available for the promotion of the event the respective league(s), and its player’s. OJHL Images also maintains the licensing, hosting and digital distribution of all photography in a professional manner for editorial and commercial use including images available for public purchase. The Director of Photography and founder of OJHL Images is Professional Sports Photographer Tim Bates.
OJHL IMAGE’S PHOTOGRAPHERS “THE DIFFERENCE” OJHL Images is composed of both amateur and professional sports photographers who have extensive photography experience. A number of our photographers are also enrolled in post-secondary college and university photography related programs. Our photographers have been recognized for their exceptional image quality work ethic and professionalism, and they have become a highly sought after commodity. OJHLI Photographers include those working in the NHL, NBA, IIHF, NFL, CFL, MLB, FIFA and MLS. Several of our photographers are Staff Photographer’s for the Hockey Hall of Fame. We boast an impressive Alumni including photographers now working for Sportsnet and the Toronto Maple Leafs, Staff Photographers. OJHL Images have been featured in major sporting publications and have been recognized in the sporting community for their excellence in sports photography. OJHLI has been named as the Official Photographic Partner of Hockey Night In Canada’s PlayOn! Festival. OJHLI has been named the Official Photographer of the Central Canadian Championship the Dudley Hewitt Cup.
OJHLI is also the Official Event Photographer for the OHA (Ontario Hockey Association). Photographers employ techniques of working with Photomechanic ® workflow management, FTP File processing, and game action captioning including those currently used in the Sports Media Industry.
OUR DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY Tim Bates (pictured above) is the Director of Photography for the Ontario Junior Hockey League, OJHL Images Program. Tim is the Director of Photography / Photography Coordinator for Hockey Night In Canada’s Special Events Play On Program. He is the Team Photographer of the historic Brooklin Lacrosse Club who compete in the Major Series Lacrosse League. He is a freelance photographer with the Hockey Hall of Fame, and a contributor to Getty Images, the New York Post, and the National Hockey League. Tim is also a fully accredited professional member of the National Press Photographers Association and Canon Professional Services. Tim has served as the Director of Photography for the 2013 Women’s World Cup Lacrosse Tournament and the 2015 World Junior “A” Challenge affiliate photographer’s core. Tim recently was assigned to Team USA and US Lacrosse as their Official Photographer for the 2019 World Cup. He has been internationally recognized and his images have been published in numerous sporting publications throughout the world. www.timbates.format.com
HOW OJHL IMAGES WORKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE MEDIA / OJHL TEAMS Accredited personnel will have use and access to a vast collection of highresolution images including a virtually unlimited search capacity. Type in a player’s name and you will be able to view every image in our database of the specified player. An extensive keyword collection will enable you to search for an image with ease. Editors and Team representatives will also notice that each image is captioned which will provide a foundation for editorial comments and or headlines. Captioning is in accordance with the International Press Telecommunications Centre Standards. All Meta and EXIF data is enclosed to insure operational integrity. Tim Bates | Director of Photography Ontario Junior Hockey League| TEP Showcase Official Photographer | Dudley Hewitt Cup Photographer | Hockey Hall of Fame Major Series Lacrosse | Brooklin Lacrosse Club Team USA | USL Images Direct Line- (289) 231-4859 Email- ojhlimages@theojhl.ca
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MEET YOUR 2020-21
#1 Eli Shiller
#4 Aaron Brown
#5 Cole McGuire
#7 Evan Miller
#8 Owen Carlile
#9 Marshall McFarland #10 Jax Dubois
Nickname: Shils or Shilsy DOB: July 10, 2001 Hometown Toronto, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Goalie Favourite hockey player? Carey Price Favourite food? Seaweed Hobbies Basketball and snowboarding Future Aspirations To play division 1 hockey
Nickname: Millsy DOB: March 7, 2000 Hometown Niagara-on-the-Lake How long with the Dukes? Second season with the Dukes Position: Centre Favourite hockey player? Patrick Kane Favourite food? Pizza Hobbies Lacrosse, golf, business Future Aspirations Committed to RIT university division 1 scholarship
Nickname: Brownie DOB: April 9, 2004 Hometown Belleville, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Defence Favourite hockey player? Jack Eichel Favourite food? Salmon and rice Hobbies All water sports in the summer Future Aspirations To one day play professional hockey.
Nickname: Carly DOB: December 15, 2003 Hometown Hartland, Michigan How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Centre Favourite hockey player? Auston Matthews Favourite food? Steak Hobbies Wake surfing and golf Future Aspirations To gain a scholarship and play NCAA hockey
Nickname: Maggz DOB: January 21, 2002 Hometown Belleville, Ontario How long with the Dukes? Second season with the Dukes Position: Defence Favourite hockey player? Connor McDavid Favourite food? Chicken Quesadilla Hobbies Fitness, basketball, football, cottage Future Aspirations Scholarship, Education/Business
Nickname: Marsh DOB: July 11, 2002 Hometown Napanee, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Forward Favourite hockey player? Maurice Richard Favourite food? Chicken Alfredo Hobbies Guitar, golf, tennis Future Aspirations To aquitre an NCAA Scholarship
#6 Jacob Dietz
Nickname: Dietzy, Deeterz DOB: July 20, 2002 Hometown Freelton, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Defence Favourite hockey player? Sidney Crosby Favourite food? Chicken, Pork Chops Hobbies Basketball, ping pong, weight lifting Future Aspirations To play in the NHL
Nickname: DOB: June 18, 2003 Hometown Ottawa, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Centre Favourite hockey player? Brayden Point Favourite food? Steak Future Aspirations To reach the highest level possible
Proud Sponsor of the Wellington Dukes
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#11 Brady Darrach Nickname: Brades DOB: Nov 28, 2003 Hometown Cobourg, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Right Wing Favourite hockey player? Patrick Kane Favourite food? Sushi Hobbies Golfing Future Aspirations To Play in the CHL
#14 Tyler McBay
Nickname: T-Bay DOB: July 4, 2000 Hometown Elmira, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Defence Favourite hockey player? Cale Makar Favourite food? Homemade Chicken Fingers Hobbies Golfing, working out Future Aspirations Getting a Division 1 scholarship then play pro.
#15 Barret Joynt
Nickname: Joynter DOB: June 23, 2003 Hometown Sydenham, Ontario How long with the Dukes? Second season with the Dukes Position: Forward Favourite hockey player? Jack O’Callahan Favourite food? Chicken Parm Hobbies Working out, listening to Mason Reeves mixes Future Aspirations To obtain a NCAA scholarship
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#16 Jacob Vreugdenhil Nickname: Vreugy DOB: November 10, 2002 Hometown Wooler, Ontario How long with the Dukes? Second season with the Dukes Position: Left Wing Favourite hockey player? Sidney Crosby Favourite food? Pizza Hobbies Golf Future Aspirations To obtain an NCAA scholarship Photo by Tim Bates OJHL Images
Photo by Tim Bates OJHL Images
#17 Tyler Ignazzitto #18 Ben Hamilton Nickname: Iggy DOB: April 9, 2000 Hometown Bath, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Centre Favourite hockey player? Sidney Crosby Favourite food? Chicken Parmesan Hobbies Golfing and working out Future Aspirations Receive an NCAA scholarship for next year. Photo by Tim Bates OJHL Images
Nickname: Hammy DOB: June 10, 2001 Hometown Ottawa, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Defence Favourite hockey player? John Klingberg Favourite food? Burrito Hobbies Amateur movie critic Future Aspirations To play pro hockey
Photo by Andy Corneau OJHL Images
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MEET YOUR 2020-21
#19 Brodie McDougall #20 Ben Addison Nickname: Dougs DOB: March 10, 2001 Hometown Keswick, Ontario How long with the Dukes? Second year with the Dukes Position: Right Wing Favourite hockey player? Sidney Crosby Favourite food? Chicken Wings Hobbies Golf and Working out Future Aspirations I have a scholarship to Bowling Green State Univerity (D1 NCAA) Photo by Tim Bates OJHL Images
Nickname: Addy DOB: April 9, 2000 Hometown Uxbridge, Ontario How long with the Dukes? Third year with the Dukes Position: Right defence Favourite hockey player? Mark Giordano Favourite food? Steak and sweet potatoes fries Hobbies Golf Future Aspirations I look forward to playing hockey at the next level as well as furthering my education.
#21 Mason Reeves
Nickname: Reevo or Grim Reever DOB: August 14, 2001 Hometown Toronto, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First year with the Dukes Position: Left Wing Favourite hockey player? Tom Wilson Favourite food? Fettacini Alfredo Hobbies DJing, Wakeboarding, Fishing Future Aspirations I hope to attain a scholarhip Division 1 NCAA and work towards a degree in business or law.
#22 Cooper Matthews Nickname: Coop DOB: February 11, 2004 Hometown Belleville, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First year with the Dukes Position: Forward Favourite hockey player? Nathan Mackinnon and Brayden Point Favourite food? Steak Hobbies Golf Future Aspirations Make it to the next level either OHL or NCAA.
DUKES CAPTAIN BEN ADDISON
20-21 TEAM CAPTAINS
Ben Addison/Captain
Photo by Andy Corneau OJHL Images
Assistant Captains: James white Brodie Mcdougall Jacob Vreugdenhill Cole McGuire Barret Joynt
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#24 Colton Kitchen
#26 Ben Woodhouse #27 Riley Dubois
#30 Ethan Morrow
#33 Daniel Botelho
Nickname: Kitch DOB: February 1, 2001 Hometown Prince George, British Columbia How long with the Dukes? First year with the Dukes, 3rd year Junior A Position: Defence Favourite hockey player? Erik Karlsson Favourite food? Chicken Alfredo Hobbies Golf, Video Games, Basketball Future Aspirations Get a scholarship to play NCAA hockey.
Nickname: Mo DOB: February 4, 2004 Hometown Westport, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Goalie Favourite hockey player? Connor Hellebuyck Favourite food? Fettuccine Hobbies Working-out, water sports, spending time with family Future Aspirations Hockey/academic scholarship, degree in business, play at the highest level possible.
Nickname: Woody, Woodsy DOB: January 18, 2000 Hometown Hamilton, Ontario How long with the Dukes? Two and a half years with the Dukes Position: Forward Favourite hockey player? Brad Marchand Favourite food? Philly cheesesteak sandwich Hobbies Movies, Volleyball, Basketball Future Aspirations I hope to play division 1 hockey in the states. I will also be working towards receiving a degree in business to fall back on when hockey ends.
Nickname: Boho DOB: August 8, 2002 Hometown Nottawa, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First season with the Dukes Position: Goalie Favourite hockey player? Tuukka Rask Favourite food? Steak Hobbies Golf Future Aspirations To play the highest level of hockey possible.
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DOB: June 18, 2003 Hometown Ottawa, Ontario How long with the Dukes? First year with the Dukes Position: Defence Favourite hockey player? Jeff Skinner Favourite food? Kraft Dinner Hobbies Fantasy Hockey Future Aspirations Pro hockey career, scholarship
#28 James White
Nickname: Whitey, Jimmy DOB: September 25, 2000 Hometown Peterborough, Ontario How long with the Dukes? Second season with the Dukes Position: Left Wing Favourite hockey player? Auston Matthews Favourite food? Pancakes Hobbies Video Games, Reading Future Aspirations To play pro hockey
Photo by Ed McPherson OJHL Images
Proud supporter of the Dukes!
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HOCKEY SCOUTS
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The Secret Society
By Puck Chaser
Overview We have all seen them. Men and women usually dressed in dark coats with a handful of crumpled notes and programs, clutching a coffee and weaving their way through the rink before navigating toward a dark corner with a good sight line, but out of the sight of the main crowd. This may be a bit of a stereotype, but much of the world that hockey scouts live in is a mystery to many hockey parents. We see them at the rinks and wonder what they are looking for in a player or what makes one player stand out from another. Others think, ”That’s a cool job, I could do that.” Be careful what you wish for … “Hockey has got to be your passion,” said one NHL scout, who wishes to remain anonymous. “There are lots of lonely nights and long travels to deal with that are mixed in with some great times and rewarding outcomes.” We compiled responses from 20 different scouts and coaches that scout for teams in the NHL, OHL, CJHL and NCAA teams about their unique job. Many wished to remain anonymous, which we allowed in order to get more candid responses to our questions.
The Job
Scouts come from varying backgrounds, ranging from former players — from the NHL, junior and college ranks — to former coaches, including some with limited hockey playing experience. Believe it or not, there is even a former referee. Some have scouted for over 30 years and others only a couple. The common thread for these scouts is that they are passionate about hockey. They have to love the game because although scouting sounds glamorous, there are some difficult times. “My friends see me on the stage at the draft schmoozing with players and GM’s but what they don’t see are the lists of cheap hotels, airports, car rentals and long nights away from family that do get tiresome as the years progress,” one NHL scout said. “ I would never complain about the job because I love what I do but it is not as easy as it looks.” Most of the scouts we talked to echoed these sentiments. Many talked about the grind and the research that goes in to doing job effectively. “You can’t have an opinion unless you have the information,” another NHL scout said. The path to becoming a scout is not defined. Most have some serious hockey backgrounds but others are experienced, just not at the highest of levels. “You can’t just apply to be a scout usually,” one OHL scout said. “Usually it’s through relationships and networking that you get these jobs. “ The scouts obviously have to possess a solid hockey background but it really comes down to trust. The GM’s and head scouts need to trust that these regional scouts are in line with what they are looking for and understand what they value in a player.
Central Scouting echoed this sentiment. “The best example of this has been the Soo Greyhounds from when Kyle Dubas was there,” Seidel said. “They wanted to play a quick puck possession, skill game without a huge reliance on size or toughness. The staff went out and drafted that type of player that fit that style …” Analytics helps with some of that decision-making. Certain teams have placed a greater emphasis on analytics than others in recent years, but the consensus is that the analytics provided are just another tool utilized by scouts and team management to evaluate players. “Analytics provide a tool for greater in-depth player analysis but cannot be the sole criteria. It is a tool to create a tangible case to support the “eye test” and to verify the criteria rankings,” said one scout. “Conversely, analytics provides data that forces all scouts to reassess certain evaluation processes and criteria. Sometimes what you see in a player does not actually materialize on the ice in a consistent manner.” Mistakes are made and every tool is needed by the scouting community to mitigate the risk of a wrong evaluation in scouting. Mistakes cost jobs. The hardest part of the job is not picking the best players in the moment but how those players will project out. The business of evaluating teenagers is an inexact science and a very difficult task. Consensus among all of the scouts is that to look at a 15-year-old kid and project out to how good they will be at 19 or 20, or projecting how an 18 year old kid will be at 22 or 23 is the most difficult aspect of the job. Character, upside, hockey IQ maturity and intelligence are all key factors only discovered through thorough ground work and multiple views of a player. “I guess that is one of my pet peeves,” said one OHL scout. “There are a number of media scouting lists or Internet pundits that put out lists and unfortunately they haven’t put in the time to truly evaluate players. Parents get wrapped up by these sources of information. Even the well known media types that focus on the NHL draft are not seeing the players as often as we do.” One NHL scout went on to say, “That is the biggest mistake made by scouts. You cannot listen to outside influences. You cannot walk into a rink with a preconceived notion about a player because you may miss something or miss someone else.” Another scout said, “We must battle biases and stick to factual evidence. Too often we see scouting with your ears rather than your eyes.” Mark Seidel echoed those comments, “I despise when you hear scouts say that a kid is a bad kid or has character issues. Unless I have personal knowledge of an incident I discount it. Do your own research and make your own evaluation.” All of these statements speak to the need for scouts to form their own opinions.
How do we decide what we are looking for?
“I’ve been at the draft table and had to fight for a player that I believed in,” another scout said. “We really stick our necks out if it is a player that can be a difference maker, but you have to spend the time (evaluating the player) to be sure before you do that.” What Are Scouts Looking For?
Former NHL and current OHL Scout Mark Seidel of North American
So much of the desired skills and attributes in a hockey player are built around team objectives, needs and biases. In general, most scouts will provide the cliché answers — speed, agility, compete level, hockey IQ, size, positional understanding, creativity, athleticism, aggression, physicality, hockey sense, maturity and decision making. Continued next page ...
“In my experience, the good organizations provide specific criteria for their scouting staffs.” said one former NHL and now CHL coach. “Teams will usually rank the various skills in order of importance to their organization (i.e. skating, skill, sense, size, compete level). Each team will have slight differences in preferences but these rankings become an essential element when building your draft list.”
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“Have your kids do what they love, support their goals and enjoy the ride.“ What is interesting is the negative things that the scouts said they looked for or other attributes that were unusual. A number of scouts spoke to the attributes of mobility and patience with defenceman. The ability to utilize their edges and escape to make plays and create zone exits is critical to the modern defenceman. Another interesting theme was the discussion of size in goaltenders. On average NHL goalie are 6-foot-2. A premium has been placed on size in recent years due to the amount of traffic in front of the net in today’s hockey. Despite these statements, no goalie over 6-foot-5 has ever won a Stanley Cup. Technical understanding of the position is important and a number of scouts discussed the preference of athletic goalies as opposed to “shot blockers” who often lack the athleticism to make adjustments. The one point that really resonated consistently was the topic of body language and negative team behaviour. This was the one trait that most scouts drew a line on. “Character and the ability to be a team player is paramount,” one scout said. “If we do not draft good people, we do not create a winning culture within our organization.” Body language is perhaps one of the biggest indicators of this intangible. “We watched a couple of first-round kids fall into the second round because of bad body language and questions around their character,” one OHL scout mentioned. “If a player pouts or slams his stick on the way to the bench, it draws into question not only his character but his mental toughness. “ NCAA scouts have very similar tasks but their roles are quite unique in that they must manage their duties as associate coaches as well as act as primary scouts. The NCAA does not allow teams to utilize outside scouts to ensure integrity and fair play. Most of the NCAA coaches shared similar thoughts about desired skill sets, character and attributes as the other scouts. The one difference was the focus on academics. “Obviously we need good students,” one NCAA scout said. “Thats a given. If the player is not a good student they will have difficulties managing the workload of being a student athlete. “
NCAA vs. CHL Discussion
Traditionally the best players in the world are not choosing the NCAA route, but that is definitely changing. Over 30% of the NHL is coming from the NCAA now. A majority of those players are American but we are starting to see some elite Canadian prospects make that decision to play NCAA. Cale Makar and Alex Newhook are probably the most notable players recently. “Some NHL scouts have confided to me that they think the NCAA is now the best amateur league in the world,” said one NCAA coach. “Most of that has to do with the number of older players in the league but also the influx of high end talent deciding to go that route. If an 18 year old can thrive in that NCAA environment there is a very good chance he will translate to pro very well.” Most of that discussion surrounds the speed of the NCAA game .The older, more mature players create a very pro style compared to CHL, which is, composed of players between 16-20 years old. A former NHL coach said, “Both are wonderful options. Traditionally, the NCAA was for the so-called “late bloomers” while the CHL tended to cater towards the higher end, instant impact players. This thinking has changed for the better as both routes cater to all types of players. It is largely based on a players interest, opportunity and finding the ideal situation for the player and the person.”
Photo by Kevin Raposo / OJHL Images Pictured Wendel Clark
Both leagues are heavily scouted. The one caveat to realize is that as a Canadian player you cannot play in the CHL if you choose the NCAA routes. This forces you to play in the CJHL or the USHL before attending school. Although these leagues are scouted, players are often not taken as high in the draft or are sometimes undervalued and taken in later rounds. “It is true we see players either slide down in the draft or get taken in their second year of eligibility because they chose the NCAA path versus the CHL path,” said one scout. Many scouts confirmed these thoughts as they found it more difficult to compare a player playing in those Tier 2 junior leagues. There are more intangibles at play and it’s difficult to compare players to other players, not to mention that there are fewer views of these players in these leagues. “This possibility of being drafted later than expected is one aspect Canadian players must realize when they choose this route,” said one scout. “The upside for these Canadian NCAA players is that they end up getting a little more time to develop and often get second chances through free agency.” The scout went on to say, “NHL teams like taking NCAA players especially middle rounds as they are investments that they do not have to spend money right away compared to a CHL player. When you draft a CHL player, decisions on signing that player need to be made much sooner.”
Advice To Parents
In talking to these scouts it is clear that they all have stories of finding particular players or seeing late bloomersexcel. Most of the advice the scouts offered to hockey parents centred around patience and enjoying each moment of the journey. One CHL coach said, “Don’t rush the process and understand that your son/daughter are the one driving the bus, not you! Support your children in every way imaginable but be a parent first and always. Please do not put sport ahead of all other life priorities.” “Do not get caught up with the “right path” because there is none,” another NCAA coach said. “I’ve seen 14 year olds considered NHL locks that never make it and I’ve seen 19 year olds that were told they could never play Division 1 hockey make the NHL.” “Have your kids do what they love, support their goals and enjoy the ride. “ A CHL scout/coach said, “Players develop at different rates and in different settings. To improve, a kid needs to play. Minutes are more important than the level or league they play at. Development requires teaching thus the importance of coaching can never be overlooked.” Finally, the scouts were asked if it bothers them when someone at the rink asks questions. One scout said “absolutely not. “I enjoy talking to the parents and spectators, but wait until the end of a period or the end of the game. If you see me and you have a question, I always like to talk about hockey and most scouts would feel the same.”
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LOCKED DOWN BUT NOT OUT
By Rian Cole BA, BEd, CF-L2 So we’re back in lockdown. Hopefully not for long, but who knows what the future will bring. Amongst all of this uncertainty, it’s easy to become overwhelmed, anxious and to slide into bad habits. For some, it’s the lack of structure and purpose that creates feelings of lethargy or listlessness, and for others it’s simply the fear of the unknown that creates feelings of apprehension. Normally, when we feel these things, one of the best places to be is the gym. It’s a scheduled hour of the day that you don’t have to plan or worry about. You simply show up, lift something heavy, work up a sweat and move on. So what happens now? Even though the physical gym is closed, CrossFit Belleville will continue to provide athletes with online daily programming specific to “at home” workouts that require little to no equipment. In addition to that, they have allowed athletes to borrow dumbbells, kettlebells, weights and barbells, and anything else that they might not have access to at home. Our coaches will go live daily with mobility sessions and rehab tips, Zoom workouts, and updates. Athletes are also able to schedule accountability sessions if they are worried about how to motivate themselves outside of the gym setting. These are just some of the ways that CFB will continue to support their athletes and community throughout these unprecedented times. I have always appreciated the sense of community and inclusivity of Crossfit, but I think it became even more evident during the first lockdown. Many of our athletes, including our coaches, longtime CrossFitters and brand new members joined together for Zoom workouts, to have virtual coffee dates, and to complete various fundraisers and challenges to help strengthen our gym community. With many other businesses suffering, and with the unknown of when the gym could reopen, it was the perfect way to support one another while maintaining accountability for our fitness. I don’t think that many people would argue that exercise has health benefits. I know for myself I benefit from being active in so many ways. I know that my body is healthier and stronger, and so is my mind. The benefits that exercise provides can only be beneficial during such a stressful time in everyone’s lives, and having a body that is strong and healthy certainly couldn’t hurt if one were to get sick. Furthermore, given that nutrition is another big part of what we offer, CFB is fortunate to have a nutrition coach to help our members make good food choices during a time of pandemic treats and holiday overindulgence. This includes a live Q & A every week, nutrition “check ins’’ and recipes to help with meal planning and preparation. Beyond the lockdown, our nutrition coach is also available to chat one on one, or to create individualized meal plans based on our athlete’s needs and performance goals. Even non-members can sign up to receive Coach Lorraine’s expertise by visiting https://www.crossfitbelleville.ca/nutrition-coaching/. I know that the pandemic has been hard on everyone. However, it has also hopefully allowed for opportunities to slow down and reflect on what we are grateful for and sometimes take for granted. I know without a doubt that CrossFit Belleville is more than just 4
walls and some equipment. Being locked out doesn’t stop us from doing what we need to do. It is the CFB community that helped us get through the first wave of the pandemic and will continue to see us through to the end, whether we are in the building or not. Here are some Testimonials and thoughts from our members: “It’s in moments like this that we remember to not take anything for granted. Our community, our health, our friends, our safe place. And it’s moments like this that bring us closer together, especially when it’s all over! We’ve even learned from the first shutdown. We’ve learned we can make the best of it! So proud to be a part of CFB!” -Becca “I need physical activity to keep me and others sane! I was so upset when the first lockdown hit as I have a difficult time processing change. The online classes and programming allowed me to keep up with my routines and keep a bit of normal routine when everything was changing so fast. It was great to connect with others virtually for fun too. I would not be in a good place had they not been there for me. We even made a new friend, Pink Whitney, who provided endless hours of entertainment. We will get through this again but it’s better to get through this as a community.” -Kate W “I’m so appreciative for all that CrossFit Belleville offered during the last shutdown. The thought of not being able to go to the gym stressed me out. However I soon learned that our community extended past the walls of the gym. I looked forward to the zoom workouts and the online social activities. I actually enjoyed working out at home because I still had workouts to follow. The next month will be over before we know it and we will return to CFB with renewed excitement and more goals to meet!” -Tara
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WHERE ARE ALL THE COMMUNITY COURTS?
Submitted by Geordie Michell, Coach, Belleville Spirits & Level Up Basketball Academy
I wake up on a beautiful sunny day and can’t wait to go play some ball. I call up my buddy Barnzy and tell him I’ll meet him at the Kinsmen courts. We don’t need to worry about calling anyone else because we know that there will be a number of other kids doing the same thing. When we arrive, there are a bunch of younger kids playing on the lower hoops, a group of teens playing a full court basketball game and some smaller groups working on their skills on the other available hoops. We mingle with a few familiar faces, organize a team and I yell out to the group playing the game, “We got next!” We then play basketball for the next 3 or 4 hours until we can barely walk. The Kinsmen courts were a huge part of Belleville area kids being able to develop their individual game, and play with others from all over the city who loved to play basketball as well. There was also the court on Montrose, the hoops behind Moira and, later on, the court at the old ballet school on Octavia Ave. Now none of these courts are usable or exist anymore. Any of the school yards that do have somewhat decent hoops are deemed private property and tend to be fenced off to the public on the evenings and weekends. Our indoor court situation is not much better. Again, many who grew up playing basketball here will have fond memories of playing pickup basketball at the YMCA. Now the YMCA has half a court that is shared with multiple other programs and costs $10 to drop in. We did have the Wellness Centre before COVID restrictions, but basketball gym time is limited, or it will be a shared open gym time. If anyone has ever been there for an open gym time on the weekend, they’d have seen 60 kids in a gym hoping to get a bit of time on one of the hoops. Meanwhile, they are trying to avoid the ball hockey or soccer game that will at times spill over onto the court causing collisions.
In a society that is grappling with getting kids outside more, keeping them active, reducing technology use, and supporting their mental health, our community is not providing enough viable opportunities. It’s understood that COVID makes things difficult, but this scarcity was a problem long before the pandemic. I commend the groups who have taken the initiative to build community rinks like the one at Easthill Park, and there are pockets of people in the basketball community who are doing what they can to support basketball as well. I know of a few families who allow community kids to play on their driveway hoops because they just want the kids to have that opportunity. There are other groups who are just looking for a community space that they can crowdfund for, and use donations to get a community court built. Ideally such a court would be big enough to support the other forgotten court sports in our community as well, like tennis and pickleball (see the image to the right). This is an initiative that needs to happen sooner rather than later for the kids in our community! #CourtsForSports
If this is a cause that you would like to get involved with, you can email levelupbelleville@gmail.com
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