Six Nations Rebels win Western Conference, with Akwesasne Thunder on the horizon

By 2RT Staff

SIX NATIONS — Two items are true; the Six Nations Junior ‘B’ Rebels defeated the St. Cath-arines Athletics in over-time last Friday, 11-10, and two Haudenosaunee teams will play head to head to get to the Founder’s Cup.

Playoffs for the Rebels began on June 23, with their series against the Owen Sound North Stars. They advanced 3-0, to the Guelph Regals and advanced again, 3-1. Their next series was the most gruelling yet, as the Athletics put up a full fight, racking scores up out of sheer effort and stamina. Despite this, the Rebels endured.

To move forward, the Athletics had defeated the Bengals 3-2 in their first series, then 3-0 in their series with the Elora Mohawks.

On Friday, July 21, the Rebels took Game 1 with a close score of 13-12. The next evening, they took Game 2, 9-8. On the following Monday, July 24, they were delivered their first loss 6-7 in Game 3 at their home arena.

This brought the Rebels to a 2-1 series set for Game 4, at the Athletics home arena, the Canada Games

Park.

In the first period alone, St. Catharines delivered five consecutive goals throughout the full 20 minutes. In the second, a similar feat began as the Athletics delivered three more goals in the first 10 minutes. Rebels Winter Rivera responded with a power play goal from Hodo Martin to close the period. This made the score a rough 8-1.

In the third, two more St. Catharines goals were earned. Macay Jimerson scored from Anahilis Dox- tador, and Shako Swamp scored from Anahilis Doxtador within 30 seconds of each other, picking at the deficit. But St. Catharines delivered three more goals to close the game out at 3-13.

Throughout the course of the game, the Rebels sustained 15 penalty minutes, and the Athletics earned 16 minutes.

With a now even series 2-2, the Rebels entered their highest stake game of the season later on Friday, July 28 at the Iroquois

Lacrosse Arena. Playing Game 5 before a full arena of fans, friends and family, the Rebels gave the first goal to St. Catharines. Minutes later, Rebels Shako Swamo put one away from Hodo Martin. The Ath-letics responded, and Damonie Thomas scored to bring the tie back from Anahilis Doxtador. Fif-teen seconds later, Cole Powless scored unassisted, followed by Damonie Thomas with his sec-ond goal and Aanahilis Doxtador with his first from Hodo Martin. This gave the Rebels an early and comfortable lead, 5-2.

In the second period, Kaylem Whales Racette opened scoring from Dayton Skye. The Athletics put up a single goal, before Damon Doxtatar scored from Winter Rivera, and Anahilis Doxtador buried twice within two minutes. An even more comfortable lead was fitted for the Rebels, 9-2 going into the third.

But rather than focusing on continuing to score or beef up defences, the mentality and stamina components of the game seemed to go to the Athletics in this period. In the last twenty minutes, the Athletics earned a tie after six consecutive goals and no responses from the Rebels, who earned their chances but couldn’t connect.

This brought them into another over-time period. The full 10 minutes was played with no penal-ties on either side. The Athletics earned the first goal, But Winter Rivera put one up unassisted, then another from Rakawineh Elijah with four minutes left. Putting the score at 11-10 allowed the Rebels to maintain the lead and close the game with a nail-biting over-time Western Conference Final victory.

Following their Western Conference win, it was announced that Winter Rivera was awarded Rookie of the Year, and Imani Mitten and Kayden Hearn were awarded Leading Goaltender awards.

On the other side of playoffs, the Akwesasne Thunder defeated the Green Gaels 3-0, then moved to defeat the Neoean Knights 3-1. Then held the Orangeville Northmen away from ad-vancing with a series score of 3-1. The Rebels will be looking to start their final series against the Akwesasne Thunder in Game 1 in a best-of-three on Thursday, August 3, at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena. Two games will be held at the ILA, and two will be held at the A’nowarako:wa Arena in Akwesasne. The winner will move on to represent at the Founders Cup National Championship from August 14 - 20 in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia.

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Russell LaForme on July 19, 2023. Mark was born on Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and spent his life touring the world playing for crowds big and small. He was an extraordinarily proud and caring father to Sarah, Cheyenne and Georgia and Grandfather to Marley and Grayson, who all inherited his sense of humour, creativity and humility. Nancy (mother to Sarah) and Gail (mother to Cheyenne and Georgia) look back on many good years that will be cherished and one thing was always certain, Mark loved his girls more than anything.

He is predeceased by his father, Ross “Tubby” LaForme and mother Roma (General) LaForme. He is survived by his loving and supportive siblings David (Mary), Teresa, Linda (Bruce), Kathryn and Rebecca, Aunt Orma Gorton and many nieces and nephews. Uncle Mark had a special bond with his niece Caitlin and her children Wiley and Manny. He spent his inal years with his devoted partner Jenn and loved her children Andrew and Alexa (Kane) and grandchildren Keegan and Remington.

He will be remembered fondly by decades worth of talented band mates that he had the utmost respect for, generations of musicians he has in luenced and enthusiastic fans. Let his music be his legacy and our medicine.

A celebration of life will be held at the Gathering Place by the Grand (2593 Chiefswood Rd., Ohsweken) on Sunday August 6th at 3:00pm.

In lieu of lowers, please make donations “An Instrument For Every Child (AIFEC)” to support the Mark LaForme’s of the future.” Arrangements by Hyde & Mott Chapel, Hagersville. www.rhbanderson.com

POWLESS: JEFFREY DALE BOYD

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeff surrounded by the love of his family on Saturday July 29, 2023 at the age of 63 years. Son of the late Jesse & Warren Powless. Brother of Gail, and the late Gus, Matthew (Rick), and Debbie. Husband of the late Melanie Powless. Father of Brandon, Karlene, Billie, Jolie, and the late Darla, Jeff Jr., and Aleesha. Jeff will also be remembered by his nieces, nephews and many friends. He was a long-time member of the Iron Workers Union Local 736. Jeff loved to play his guitar and bluegrass music.

Resting at Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th. Line Ohsweken after 2 p.m. Tuesday where funeral service will be held on Wednesday August 2, 2023 at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at the homestead. www.rhbanderson.com

SMITH: Helen Ann Nee: Montour

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Helen at Hamilton General Hospital on Wednesday July 26, 2023 at the age of 75 years. Beloved wife of Eugene Smith for 52 years. Loving mother of Kenneth (deceased) and Cathy. Beloved daughter of the late Ken & Winnie Montour. Loving sister of Bill (deceased) & Pam, Ruby & Clarence (deceased), Isabel (deceased) & Arnold, Hazel & Ron, Frank & Ruthie, Verna & Alex, Vera & John (deceased), and Hugh (deceased) & Cindy. Sister-in-law to Lynne and Wendy (deceased). Daughter-in-law of the late Jonas & Grace (Dolly), Velma & Maynard, and Cora. Sister-in-law of Janette (Darryl deceased), Linda & Hoody (both deceased), Jonas & Luanne, Lily (deceased), Lucille & Moby (deceased), Peggy (deceased) & Al, Mary & Stan, Brian, Judy & Sam, Shirley & Gord (deceased), Debbie, Dale & Larry, Cameron, Colin (deceased), Henry (deceased), Andrea & Eugene (deceased), and Joanie & Valentine (deceased). Aunt Nan was considered Grandma to all her nieces & nephews and will be fondly remembered & sadly missed by all of them. Resting at Hyde & Mott Chapel, 60 Main St. S., Hagersville after 2 pm. Saturday with an Evening Service in the chapel at 7 pm. Funeral Service will be held on Sunday July 30, 2023 at 1 pm. Interment St. Luke’s Anglican Church Cemetery at Smoothtown, Ohsweken. Donations in her honour can be made to the Kawenni:io/Gaweni:yo Immersion School which she fully supported. www.rhbanderson.com

HILL: Carol Ann “Annie”

At Brantford General Hospital on Wednesday July 26, 2023 at the age of 62 years. Predeceased by husband Gary, and Parents Clay & Shirley Hill. Loving sister of Sheryl, Sam (Lorna), Norm (Rodger), Darren (Kim), Dave (Cassey), and Bill (Teresa). Dear aunt to Jamie, Dusty, Morgan, Cruz, Blair, Jason, Sam, Courtney, Chris, Britt, Alley, Sharlee, Ryan, Ashley, and great aunt to 22 great nieces and nephews.

At her request, cremation has taken place. A special thank you to Six Nations Home Care, Brantford I.C.U., and the Six Nations Police and Paramedics. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com

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It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our son Matthew. Beloved son of Patti Greene (Mike), and Robbe Beaver (Denise). Loving grandson of Oran Greene & Daisy Warner. Brother of Kayla, Amber, Joleen, Justine, Yazzy, Walter, and step-sisters Caitlin, Allison, and Courtney. Will be dearly missed by stepmom Leanne, uncle Hoss, Mick Thomas, and cuzz Jones. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Predeceased by grandparents Robert & Frances (Beaver) VanEvery, great grandparents Hayward & Dorothy Greene, Manuel Kick, Daisy Warner, George & Lenore VanEvery, James Beaver & June Doxtator, and Uncle Orrie Greene.

Resting as his cousin’s house 3731 Third Line after 5 pm. Thursday. Funeral Service & Burial will be held at Onondaga Longhouse on Saturday, July 29, 2023 at 11am. Arrangements by Styres Funeral Home, Ohsweken. www.rhbanderson.com

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23. Members of U.S. Navy

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25. Affected by injury

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59. Prehistoric people

60. Large African antelope

61. Vehicle

62. Georgia rockers

63. Scientific instrument (abbr.)

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65. Attempt

Answers for August 2nd, 2023

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2. Fit to be sold

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