The West Ferris 63s U14A ringette team displayed remarkable determination and skill at the Ringette Ontario Provincial A Championships this past weekend in Sault Ste. Marie, earning a well-deserved silver medal in their division.
After a challenging start with two losses on the first day of competition, the 63s bounced back with a win and a tie on Friday, followed by an exhilarating victory on Saturday to complete the round robin phase. Finishing third overall, the 63s advanced to the semi-finals, where they faced the second-place Metcalfe Hornets — a team they had previously lost to. In a stunning display of perseverance, the 63s secured a 5-1 victory, earning their spot in the final.
The championship game saw the 63s take on the undefeated Forest team. Despite a valiant effort, including a power play goal, Forest ultimately secured a 5-1 victory. However, the West Ferris 63s proudly claimed the silver medal after an outstanding tournament performance filled with sportsmanship, perseverance, and dedication.
The 63s’ journey to silver was a testament to the team’s hard work and resilience. The team includes: [back row] Karley Lalonde (Asst. Coach), Jon Blahut (Asst. Coach), Julia Giesbrecht, Keira Bruneau, Alivyah Money-Smith, Sophie Walsh, Emma Desroches, Hailey Maxwell, Meaghan Spykerman (Head Coach), Kyra Brownlee-Barnett (Asst. Coach)
[front row] Marc Desroches (Asst. Coach), Kourtney Samson, Ryanne Lamarche, Beccah Smales, Josee Blahut, Annah Smales, Olivia Busch, Olivia Ouellette and Maddison Gauthier
Greater Sudbury 18+A Team Also Wins Provincial Silver
In addition to the West Ferris 63s’ success, four local adult players also earned Provincial Silver at the same Championship tournament. Olivia Parker, Kaitlin Pace, Bobbie-Ann McCulloch, and Alex Parker, all long-time members of the West Ferris Ringette Association, play for the Greater Sudbury 18+A team. The team finished second overall in the province after a tight round robin and a nail-biting semi-final. The Greater Sudbury 18+A team is composed of players from Sudbury, North Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, and Thunder Bay.
The West Ferris Ringette Association is incredibly proud of all the players’ achievements and their outstanding representation of the community at the Provincial Championships.