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Century 21 Lakers and Lansdowne Place Announce Partnership for the 2026 Season

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 03:16:14 GMT

The Century 21 Peterborough Lakers and Lansdowne Place are proud to announce a new partnership for the 2026 season, celebrating a shared commitment to supporting local sport and the vibrant lacrosse culture in Peterborough.

Lansdowne Place has a long history of backing community athletics and is thrilled to continue that legacy by supporting lacrosse in Peterborough. Notably, 40 years ago, Lansdowne Place was a proud sponsor of the Peterborough Maulers Junior A Lacrosse Team.

In honour of the Maulers’ 40th anniversary, Lansdowne Place will sponsor a special Retro Game Night on July 23, featuring retro Maulers jerseys, a soundtrack of iconic 80s and 90s tunes, and more surprises to be announced.

“We are excited about bringing a small piece of Peterborough lacrosse history alive,” says Jessica Khouri, Marketing Manager at Lansdowne Place. “Lansdowne Place is thrilled about this new partnership with the Lakers and we look forward to cheering them on this season.”

“We are looking forward to working with Lansdowne Place to create memorable experiences for our fans while celebrating the history of the game in our community,” says Pete Dalliday, Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships for the Century 21 Peterborough Lakers. “This partnership is a great fit and we’re excited to kick it off.”

The partnership officially launched on April 21 at Lansdowne Place with the arrival of a larger-than-life Lakers-branded Kawartha Chair created by Taylors Recycled Plastics. Community members are invited to visit the mall over the next month, take photos with the display, and share them on social media.

More details about the Lakers Retro Game Night, sponsored by Lansdowne Place, will be announced soon.

YourTV Broadcast Partnership for 2026 Season

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 03:15:37 GMT

Cogeco’s yourTV and the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are proud to announce the renewal of their long-standing broadcast partnership, ensuring fans across the region won’t miss a second of the action for the 2026 Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) season. Every home game will be broadcast live from the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) in stunning high definition on Cogeco channels 10 and 700.

"Our partnership with the Lakers is more than just a broadcast agreement; it’s a shared commitment to the community," said David Feeley, Manager of Programming and Community Relations at YourTV. "In 2026, we believe that truly local television is the key to providing a top-quality product to the fans. By keeping the production local, we capture the nuances, the history, and the passion of the Lakers in a way that national networks simply cannot."

Lakers Board Chair, Len Powers, echoed the sentiment:

"The relationship between the Lakers and yourTV is a strong one. Having a partner like Cogeco and yourTV allows us to extend the atmosphere of the Memorial Centre to those who can’t be in the stands. Their professional, local-first approach ensures our fans receive the high-calibre coverage this historic franchise deserves."

yourTV is also thrilled to announce that the voices of summer in Peterborough are back. Pete Dalliday and Scott Arnold will return to the booth as the primary on-air team. With decades of combined experience and an encyclopedic knowledge of the game, Dalliday’s play-by-play and Arnold’s expert analysis remain the gold standard for lacrosse broadcasting.

Season Coverage Details

The 2026 broadcast schedule kicks off with the Lakers’ home opener at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on May 21.

Fans can also look forward to:

Live Game Coverage: Every regular season home game.
Extended Playoff Coverage: Exclusive access as the Lakers hunt for championship glory.
Lakers Insider Segments: Behind-the-scenes interviews and player profiles throughout the season.
Lakers fans are encouraged to check their local YourTV listings or visit yourtv.tv/peterborough for the full broadcast schedule.

For more on the season, check out this video .

MSL Partners with FloSports on 5-Year Media Rights Deal

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 05:03:16 GMT

Agreement Marks First Box Lacrosse Offering on FloSports, Bringing One of the Sport’s Most Historic Leagues to a Global Audience

AUSTIN, TX (April 7, 2026) — FloSports today announced a landmark, five-year exclusive media rights partnership with Major Series Lacrosse (MSL), one of the most storied and competitive box lacrosse leagues in the world, and the Ontario Lacrosse Association (OLA), the provincial sport organization for lacrosse in Ontario. The agreement represents FloSports’ first investment in box lacrosse and underscores the company’s commitment to expanding coverage of one of the fastest-growing sports in North America.

Founded more than 94 years ago, MSL is widely regarded as the premier Senior “A” box lacrosse league in Ontario. The seven-team league features many of the sport’s top athletes, including a strong contingent of National Lacrosse League (NLL) professionals. Each season culminates with teams competing for the Mann Cup, Canada’s national championship, where the MSL champion faces the winner of the Western Lacrosse Association.

Through this partnership, FloSports will exclusively stream every MSL game — including the full regular season, playoffs, and league championship — on its platform starting in the 2026-27 season. This is the first major media deal for the MSL, providing it with a comprehensive, centralized digital home that includes streaming, editorial, social programming, and more.

“This is a big deal for us and for box lacrosse overall,” said Lynn Withers, Commissioner Major Series Lacrosse. “FloSports is our first media partner and was chosen because of a proven track record in growing access to underserved sports. They have the ability to expose this sport to millions of sports fans who may be seeing this type of competitive play for the first time.”

“Lacrosse is surging in popularity across North America and Major Series Lacrosse is one of the best brands of box lacrosse in the world,” added Phil Wendler, EVP Global Rights Acquisition, FloSports. “MSL has a rich history and an incredibly dedicated fan base, we’re excited to bring this style of lacrosse to fans new and old.”

The agreement represents a first-of-its-kind partnership for both organizations, FloSports’ debut in box lacrosse and MSL’s first comprehensive media rights deal, positioning both parties at the forefront of the sport’s continued growth. It also reinforces FloSports’ commitment to the sport of lacrosse. In 2026, the company will stream more than 1,600 NCAA lacrosse events on its platform.

A Partnership Built on Championships: Alf Curtis Home Improvements & the Lakers

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:34:23 GMT

Since 2004, Alf Curtis Home Improvements has proudly stood behind the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers — and what a journey it’s been.

That first year of partnership couldn’t have been more fitting. In 2004, the Lakers ended a 20-year drought by capturing the legendary Mann Cup , reigniting a championship tradition in Peterborough.

Over the past 21 years, Alf Curtis Home Improvements hasn’t just been a sponsor — they’ve been part of the Lakers family.

“When you think about the modern era of Lakers lacrosse, Alf Curtis has been there from the very beginning,” said Pete Dalliday with the Lakers. “Their support helped lay the foundation for everything this organization has become.”

Through packed nights at the Memorial Centre and deep playoff runs, their support has helped fuel one of the most successful eras in franchise history, including multiple Mann Cup championships.

This season carries added meaning. Founder Alf Curtis passed away last fall, not long after the Lakers season came to a close. His legacy, generosity and passion for the community will not be forgotten. His wife, June Curtis , continues to be part of that legacy, with the Curtis family’s connection to the team as strong as ever.

"Alf wasn’t just a sponsor — he truly cared about this team and this community,” added Dalliday.

Recently, members of the Lakers family stopped by the Alf Curtis Home Improvements flagship store in Peterborough — a reflection of the strong bond between team and partner. Holden Lowes , who is hoping to return to the lineup this season after suffering a season-ending injury in training camp last year, was joined by board member Bill Joiner , along with Brent Perry and Chase Curtis , grandchildren of Alf and June.

“It was great to be back in the store and see that connection is still so strong,” said Dalliday. “That’s what makes partnerships like this so special — it’s real, it’s lasting, and it means something.”

Great teams are built on talent, dedication, and community support. For more than two decades, Alf Curtis Home Improvements has delivered all three. Here’s to 21 years of partnership — and honouring a legacy that will continue to inspire for years to come.

2026 Schedule Released

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 04:00:26 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers have revealed their 2026 Major Series Lacrosse schedule, including their highly anticipated home opener, set for Thursday, May 21 ^st versus the defending Mann Cup champion Six Nations Chiefs.

The season features 18 games across nine home and nine away games. The Lakers will face each of the other six teams in the MSL three times.

Additionally, the league has announced that the first round of the playoffs will be a best-of-five series, while the MSL Final will remain a best of seven.

All home games take place on Thursdays at 8 p.m. at the Memorial Centre. Brooklin, Cobourg, and Owen Sound will visit the PMC twice each, with single visits from Six Nations, Brampton and Oakville. The season will feature the return of several fan favourite events like Country Night and PRHC Night, and another limited-edition Canada Day jersey.

“Our players love performing in front of this community,” said Pete Dalliday, Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships. “When the building is full and loud, it’s a special place to play. We’re ready to give the fans something to cheer about all summer. We want every night at the PMC to feel like an event. We’ve got some fun surprises and some new exciting theme nights coming, and we can’t wait to share them with our fans.”

The full 2026 Home Schedule at the Peterborough Memorial Centre is as follows:

● Thursday, May 21 – 8:00 PM vs. Six Nations Chiefs

● Thursday, May 28 – 8:00 PM vs. Brampton Excelsiors

● Thursday, June 4 – 8:00 PM vs. Brooklin LC

● Thursday, June 25 – 8:00 PM vs. Brooklin LC

● Thursday, July 2 – 8:00 PM vs. Cobourg Kodiaks

● Thursday, July 9 – 8:00 PM vs. Owen Sound North Stars

● Thursday, July 16 – 8:00 PM vs. Oakville Rock

● Thursday, July 23 – 8:00 PM vs. Cobourg Kodiaks

● Thursday, July 30 – 8:00 PM vs. Owen Sound North Stars

Season tickets are currently on sale at the Memorial Centre for new and returning subscribers. Visit am.ticketmaster.com/peterboroughlakers/ to secure your seats for a thrilling season of lacrosse!

Away Game Schedule:

● Saturday, May 30 – 4:00 PM at Owen Sound North Stars

● Monday, June 1 – 7:30 PM at Oakville Rock

● Wednesday, June 10 – 8:00 PM at Brooklin LC

● Thursday, June 18 – 8:00 PM at Brampton Excelsiors

● Sunday, June 21 – 6:00 PM at Cobourg Kodiaks

● Monday, June 29 – 7:30 PM at Oakville Rock

● Tuesday, July 7 – 8:00 PM at Six Nations Chiefs

● Friday, July 24 – 8:00 PM at Brampton Excelsiors

● Tuesday, July 28 – 8:00 PM at Six Nations Chiefs

Keep watching the Lakers’ official website and social media platforms for more season news!

2026 Season Tickets on Sale Wednesday

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:14:49 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are thrilled to announce that season tickets for the 2026 Major Series Lacrosse season will go on sale Wednesday, December 10 at 1:00 p.m.

New for this season, fans can take advantage of an exclusive Early Bird Discount—a $10 savings on all season tickets, available until January 30th. This limited-time offer gives Lakers supporters the chance to lock in the best value before another exciting season begins.

The 2026 campaign features the return of a full 18-game MSL schedule, with the Lakers set to host nine home games at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. The home opener is scheduled for Thursday, May 21st, marking the start of another thrilling summer of Lakers lacrosse.

Current and new season ticket holders can now purchase their tickets online.

Returning Season Ticket Members:

Visit am.ticketmaster.com/peterboroughlakers/
Sign-in using the email associated with your PMC account (may be asked to reset password)
Click Pay Invoice
Pay invoice to receive early-bird season pricing and secure your season seats

New Ticket Members:

Visit am.ticketmaster.com/peterboroughlakers/
Sign-in using the email associated with your PMC account (may be asked to reset password)
Click Buy Tickets
Select Season Seats
Pay to receive early-bird season pricing and secure your season seats

Contact the Peterborough Memorial Centre Box office for assistance.

2026 Season Ticket Pricing ( Final Total (Tax and Fees included))

BOWL

Adult $179.10

Senior $152.10

Student $134.30

Child $74.85

CLUB SECTION

Adult $224.80

Senior $197.90

Student $180.10

Child $120.60

“We’re really excited to kick off season ticket sales for 2026,” said Lakers Board Member Len Powers. “Our fans are the backbone of this franchise, and with nine home games and a May 21st home opener, it’s shaping up to be another incredible season. The Early Bird pricing is a great way for fans to get locked in early and be part of the energy inside the Memorial Centre.”

Four Lakers Drafted into NLL

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 06:43:41 GMT

On September 6, four members of the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers were drafted into the National Lacrosse League.

Braedon Saris, Ben Trumble, Adam Thistlethwaite and Owen Hiltz all heard their name called during the six-round draft, held virtually with the first round broadcasted on NLL+.

Hiltz led the pack with his third overall selection to the Toronto Rock. The Colorado Mammoth drafted Saris at number five, the Georgia Swarm took Trumble at number seven, and Thistlethwaite went in the second round at 24 ^th overall to the Rochester Knighthawks.

Saris was acquired from Cobourg this summer and made a huge impact on the offense, showing a knack for scoring power play goals.

“Braedon just got better and better every time he stepped on the floor and I think he looked more confident every time he stepped on the floor with us,” said Lakers head coach Mike Hasen. “When he came in here this year he might have been a little bit in awe of the group he was playing with, but he took over and led us through that playoff stretch, doing great things.”

Trumble and Thistlethwaite, both young defenders with the ability to play up front when needed, are graduates of the Jr. A Lakers program. Trumble joins Carter Page and former Laker Jordan MacIntosh on the Swarm, and Thistlethwaite will continue to play for Mike Hasen, who coaches the Knighthawks on a team that features Mitch Ogilvie, Matt Gilray, Turner Evans, Austin Hasen and Brad McCulley.

“I’m just glad to be picked. I’m really excited for this opportunity; I think it’ll be a good one,” said Trumble. “I’m starting to reach out to the guys on the [Swarm]. I can’t wait to get going.”

Said Hasen on Trumble, "Benny is going to be a special player. He has a lot of tools in the toolbox. Big body, very athletic, very strong and very smart."

And on Thistlethwaite: "T is a bit of a unicorn. He’s so athletic and if you give him a task he’ll make sure he gets it done. There’s not too many guys that can handle Dhane and we threw T-Waite at Dhane, specially the last two games, hat was his lone goal was to make sure that Dhane was denied as much as possible and he did a great job with that."

Hiltz spent the 2025 season with the PLL’s Carolina Chaos instead of playing box lacrosse in the MSL, but in his rookie season with the Lakers in 2024 he scored 57 points in 24 games.

Two current Jr. A Lakers were also drafted, with OJLL Goalie of the Year Waukiigan Shognosh taken 14 ^th overall by the Buffalo Bandits, and forward Curtis Ward was picked in the fifth round, 62 ^nd overall by the Las Vegas Desert Dogs.

Former Lakers Payton Tasse (5th round, Halifax) and Cole Begley (4th round, Ottawa) were also drafted.

NLL Faceoff Weekend is scheduled for November 28 ^th & 29 ^th .

Belief Not Enough to Get by Chiefs in MSL Final

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 07:54:30 GMT

A couple of days later and the ending of the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers 2025 season still stings for captain Robert Hope, and it will for a while.

The Lakers were eliminated, for the third consecutive summer, by the Six Nations Chiefs in the MSL finals. They lost 4-1, winning Game 4 at home by a single goal but falling in Game 5 on Monday night 12-7.

Though the Chiefs, defending Mann Cup champions, were touted as the favourites all season long, it was still a tough pill to swallow. The Lakers were the only team to beat the Chiefs during the regular season, and they did it twice, winning both of their meetings at the Memorial Centre and taking the season series 2-1. The Lakers proved their resilience in an epic seven-game semifinal against Brooklin, but could not replicate the results against the highly-skilled Chiefs.

“I thought at times we were so close, even though the score or the stats didn't represent that,” reflected team captain Robert Hope. “We played against good teams; I'm not taking anything away from them and how they played. I think we squandered some opportunities at times, [with slow starts] and how we played and just our commitment level and kind of waiting around for other guys, but then when we did kind of flip the switch and invest in the formula, we looked really good but just a little bit too late.”

The team’s mantra ended up becoming “Believe,” especially after they came back from a 3-2 deficit in the semifinals. Although going down 3-0 in the finals made coming back feel unlikely, the players believed they could after winning Game 4. One game at a time became the mantra.

Unfortunately, the Lakers slow starts played a part in Game 5. The team’s only goal in the first period, a breakaway from Jordan Stouros (his first goal of the year), was sandwiched on either side by a pair of Chiefs goals for a 4-1 lead.

Ryan Smith made it 5-1 before Justin Sykes responded with an outside shot. The Chiefs got the next three goals, including a pair from Dhane Smith, one shorthanded. Nick Rose replaced Drew Hutchison at that point but Ryan Smith scored on the first shot Rose faced. Braedon Saris got a last-minute goal for Peterborough on a power play.

Ian MacKay opened the third period by putting the Chiefs up 9-3. But their undisciplined play cost them and allowed the Lakers to attempt a comeback. After a scrum in the corner between Dawson Theede and Robert Hope turned into a near line-brawl, Brad McCulley and Nonkon Thompson squared off with McCulley getting the better of Thompson. The pair, as well as Theede, were ejected for fighting, and the two Chiefs also received roughing minors setting the Lakers on a full two-minute five-on-three power play. Joe Resetarits scored on the power play and Mike Robinson just after it had expired before the Chiefs got their fifth player on the floor. Matt Marinier caused a turnover at centre and ran in to score unassisted, but the Lakers kept pressing and made quick work of another power play, with Saris picking up yet another man-up goal. Justin Sykes picked up ball after a Jake Withers’ faceoff win and scored 16 seconds later. All of a sudden, the Chiefs’ lead was down to just three goals with half the period left to play.

But it was not to be. As the Lakers pulled Rose (and sent Hutchison sprinting back and forth on each possession), Josh Byrne was able to get one with 3:10 left. Tyson Bell then picked up a transition marker with 2:36 left, despite Hutchison’s heroic effort to get back into the net. The Lakers finished a man down after the referees ruled Hutchison threw his stick to try to stop Bell.

Peterborough was forced to watch the Chiefs celebrate for the third year in a row.

“It stings,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “Especially with this series, I know the score isn’t very flattering, but we battled. You take the three best players off of every NLL team and you pop them on one it’s going to be a great roster. They’re such a good team that capitalizes on every single mistake you make. I thought we held our own.”

“Anytime that your season ends in a loss you're disappointed in that,” said Hope. “I am still very proud to be a Laker and of the teammates that I get to put the jersey on with. I really hope that we learned a lot of lessons throughout the season. We had our ups and downs and a couple hard fought series for sure.”

This group felt special, and eerily familiar, said Hasen.

“When Paul Day, Tracey Kelusky, Bobby Keast and I started in 2015, this team is very reminiscent of where we were back then,” he pointed out. “We had a great core of veteran guys and a really good core of young guys that are better players now having learned from some of the best players. Right now I think we could be a little bit of the same blue print but we have a behemoth that we have to play each year.”

It's been 10 years (8 seasons) since Hasen and co. took over managing the team, when players like Hope, Withers and Holden Cattoni were just starting their professional careers. Fans have been able to watch them grow up and become not only incredible lacrosse players, but incredible human beings. Now those veterans are being counted on to lead the way for the next generation of players like Mike Robinson, Ben Trumble, Adam Thistlethwaite and Braedon Saris.

“You only get so many chances with a with a special group and every year there is turnover, five players usually kind of in and out with retirement, free agency, family, job,” said Hope. “I don't like squandering opportunities, and it was a special group and it is a special group, and I feel like if we continue to improve we can get back to where we want to be with how we want to play and the winning tradition that we've been able to be a part of.”

It's much too early for the players to think about next summer, but Hasen hopes to keep as many members of the core group together.

“There will be a few conversations. The dynamics and financials of the game come into play for a lot of guys. Hopefully we keep as much of this core together as we can. We’re close, we need to add a few pieces to help push through and hopefully close that gap on those guys next year.”

We caught up with a few players after the final buzzer to talk about their seasons. Here’s what they said:

Ben Trumble, on his rookie season and what he learned along the way:

“I really enjoyed playing this season. Obviously, not the outcome that we wanted but I’ll cherish every moment of it. The small details mean so much. You really have to come in and compete every day and not take any steps off because it's just so fast-paced. These guys are so good and you really need to be dedicated.”

Brad McCulley, on if he’ll be back in 2026:

“It was an amazing summer. Peterborough is just an unbelievable city to play in. With everybody there, the building is full, getting 3500 people in it. All the history and everything. I couldn't have had more fun and I loved every second of it. If I'm still living out East, which I most likely will be, and if the coaching staff wants me back, then I will 100% be back.”

Nick Rose on what he’ll remember most about this summer:

“Honestly just playing at the Mem Centre all summer. Obviously unbelievable crowd, nowhere in Canada replicates that at least for summer lacrosse, so yeah just playing at the Men Centre in front of all those fans. They always had our back through thick and thin so that's definitely the best memory, getting a chance to not be a visitor in that building.”

Nick Rose on whether he’ll be back:

“That's a good question! I have a lot to think about before next summer, I obviously have to sort out NLL and all that kind of stuff, but I'd love to be back as a Laker. Obviously I don't know what that summer brings, and I am getting a little long in the tooth for summer lacrosse, but still having fun with it so as long as the passion is there I'll definitely be looking to come back.”

Ben Trumble on which teammates acted as a mentor for him this season:

“Hopey is always an easy answer just because he's so vocal and someone who's been my coach and now my teammate. He’s just been so supportive and helpful and I feel like all the guys like Pacer, Gilray, Army, everyone on the defence side of things and the offensive side have taught me so much.”

Brad McCulley, on the fight in the third period:

“I think obviously emotions boil over, game five of a pretty good series. Somebody was trying to get Hopey and I had to go in there and protect our captain.”

Nick Rose on how he was able to finish with the third-best GAA in the league (7.04):

“Honestly just being around a good team like this. I played last year in Oakville and I think I probably came in having a good year last summer too, but this year just being around the staff and the players really kind of helped me settle into being a Laker right from the get-go and allowed me just to come in and be me rather than having all that pressure that I maybe had in past years.”

Mike Hasen, on who he believes really improved their game this season:

“Mike Robinson took his game to another level with us this year. He really stepped up and established himself on the floor and had some great numbers. Ben Trumble as a rookie as well. He has the tools and he did a great job. Pager played himself into the lineup and the only reason he wasn’t in the lineup (in the finals) is he was injured. He did a great job for us. T-Waite does what T-Waite does especially for a young guy. We made that trade for Saris and we knew he was going to be good and he established himself real quick.”

Photos by Anna Taylor

Season Ends with 12-7 Loss

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:58:22 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers season has come to an end after a 12-7 loss to the Six Nations Chiefs on Monday night at Iroquois Lacrosse Arena.

The Chiefs won the best-of-seven Major Series Lacrosse finals 4-1 and will represent the East at the 2025 Mann Cup, to be held in New Westminster, BC beginning September 5.

It is the third year in a row the Chiefs have defeated the Lakers in the Finals.

Trailing 9-3 in the third period, the Lakers looked poised for one of their patented comebacks, scoring four times including a pair of power play goals, plus a goal from Justin Sykes right off a Jake Withers’ faceoff win, but the Chiefs were too powerful to overcome.

Sykes and Braedon Saris led the Lakers with two goals each, while Taite Cattoni contributed five assists.

The Lakers would like to thank their fans, sponsors, volunteers and everybody else who cheered us on this season. We’ll be back next summer even stronger.

Stay tuned to www.peterboroughlakers.ca for the full game recap including reaction from the players, plus photos.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Justin Sykes (2-0)

Braedon Saris (2-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Jordan Stouros (1-0)

Mike Robinson (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (0-5)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-1)

Lakers Stay Alive with Game 4 Win

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 05:57:05 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers staved off elimination from the MSL Finals on Saturday night with an 9-8 win over the Six Nations Chiefs in Game 4 of the best-of-seven series. The Chiefs lead 3-1 with Game 5 set for Monday at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena.

Powered by 2,927 fans, the Lakers outscored Six Nations 5-3 in the first period, taking full advantage of an extended five-on-three power play late in the period.

“Down 3-0, we knew we had to come out with a spark right away and we did,” said Joe Resetarits, who scored twice. “Hitting on the power play was huge. Getting a couple transition goals was huge against a team like that. We weren’t getting those in the first three games. We have to build off this. We know they’re going to come hungry and pissed off on Monday. This next game will be the hardest game we play this summer.”

The teams traded goals four times in the second period, the highlight Mitch Ogilvie’s shorthanded transition goal with 3:06 left, on a heads-up pass from Robert Hope as the pair struck out on a two-on-one break. That was the Lakers’ ninth goal, and it proved to be the game winner. The Chiefs scored the only goal of the third period.

The Chiefs outshot the Lakers 55-41 in the game and 24-12 in the third period. Drew Hutchison made 47 saves for the Lakers in goal, and Doug Jamieson made 32 saves for the Chiefs.

“[Hutchison is] a guy who’s worked hard all year. In Game 2 I don’t think we really did him any favours,” Resetarits said. “Today we cleaned up. We got off the floor… We stayed out of the box, so we did our part there… he stood on his head for the entire game.”

“The game doesn’t change; you just have to go out there and perform,” Hutchison said. “The D played well tonight, and we did our best to hold them off as long as we could.”

The Lakers held Lyle Thompson pointless and Dhane Smith (4 assists) goalless. Ryan Smith led the Chiefs with three goals, and Cody Jamieson contributed five assists.

In a surprising move, team leading scorer Holden Cattoni was scratched for the game in order to shake up the offence.

“He’s everything to this organization. Four Mann Cups, one of the best shooters of all time,” praised Resetarits. “All of us took it that we need to step up in his place because he’s done so much for this organization, this team, that we have to do our part a little bit more and fill that void.”

Game 4’s nine goals was the highest output of the series for the Lakers.

Also scratched were Broedie and Dustyn Birkhof, Carter Page and Jordan Stouros.

Game 5 will be at 8 p.m. on Monday and be live on YouTube on the Darryl Smart Media channel. Tickets for Game 6, if necessary, will go on sale Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Joe Resetarits (2-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Braedon Saris (2-0)

Matt Gilray (1-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-1)

Mitch Ogilvie (1-0)

Mike Robinson (0-6)

Brad McCulley (0-2)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Adam Thistlethwaite (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Alex Pace (0-1)

Dylan Hutchison (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Saturday's Game a Must-Win for Lakers

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:13:07 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are in a big hole, down 3-0 to the Six Nations Chiefs in their MSL best-of-seven semifinal. The Lakers fell in Game 3 by a 9-4 score at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena on Thursday night.

Game 4 goes Saturday night at the Memorial Centre, at a special time of 7 p.m. It’s a must-win if the Lakers want to keep their season alive, and the team hopes to pack the building.

“We’re right up against it, plain and simple,” said team captain Robert Hope. “We have amazing fans. We’ve always had great support from them. It’s a Saturday night in Peterborough which is a rarity, it doesn’t happen a lot. I think the fans will show up and be rocking and we’re excited to play in front of them.”

Dhane Smith scored twice and Ian MacKay once as the Chiefs capitalized on early outside shots. Joe Resetarits and then Braedon Saris, on a power play, got the Lakers back in the game with goals from the right side. Ryan Smith scored in transition to end the first period with the Chiefs up 4-2.

Josh Byrne, Dawson Theede and MacKay scored for Six Nations in the second period while Warren Hill held the Lakers scoreless.

Dhane Smith scored his league leading 24 ^th goal of the playoffs to open the third period. Taite Cattoni capitalized on another power play opportunity with 6:17 left, and Brad McCulley followed that up with a transition goal as the Lakers showed signs of life late in the game. Unfortunately, Tyson Bell scored in transition with the goaltender pulled as the Lakers were looking for any advantage to get back in the game.

“I think the message [after this one] is ‘ believe ,’” said Hope. “We know what we have to do. We know the process and what it involves. We haven’t played a full 60 yet. They’re a good team, don’t get me wrong but we have to do things better as individuals, five on five, for the whole and for the betterment of the team and we just haven’t done that on a consistent basis.

“If you could do it all the time, everyone would do it. Winning is tough. Anything in life, you have to work hard at it, work your butt off and we haven’t fully committed to it yet. You have an opposing team with sticks that are whacking the snot out of you so there’s decisions that you have to make all over the floor and sometimes we’re not making the hard working, smart decisions at times. We have to make those small adjustments - it’s nothing crazy, the looks are there. We have to bury a couple of looks, clean up some things on the back end, some loose balls that have been game changers, take away transition, and that’s what the formula is, and if we do that we’re going to be successful.”

Nick Rose made 46 saves while Hill made 48. Adam Thistlethwaite and Jordan Stouros joined the defence as the Lakers were without Matt Gilray, on baby watch as he and his wife are expecting their second child. The Lakers played with an extra defenceman as forward Carter Page remains out with an undisclosed injury, and Justin Sykes was a healthy scratch. Broedie Birkhof is also nursing a lower-body injury and Eric Shewell was also scratched.

Tickets for Game 4 are already on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office at the Memorial Centre. It’s a 7 p.m. start so bring the kids and get ready to party!

Scoring for the Lakers:

Braedon Saris (1-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-1)

Joe Resetarits (1-0)

Brad McCulley (1-0)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-2)

Dustyn Birkhof (0-1)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)
Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)

Holden Cattoni (0-1)

Cover photo courtesy of Andrew Van Every/Six Nations Chiefs

Lakers Fall 11-7 at Home in Game 2

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 07:06:12 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers have an even steeper mountain to climb after a second consecutive loss to the Six Nations Chiefs in the MSL Finals. The Lakers fell 11-7 in Game 2 on Tuesday night at the Memorial Centre.

Game 3 is at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena in Six Nations on Thursday, with Game 4 back at the Memorial Centre on Saturday night at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale now at the Grant Thornton box office.

Mike Robinson led the Lakers with a pair of goals and four assists. He scored twice in the first period where the Lakers found themselves down 3-2 after 20 minutes. Goaltender Drew Hutchison was forced to stop a penalty shot to Lyle Thompson early in the game after the Lakers were called for too many men on a breakaway.

Dhane Smith and Saris traded goals in the second period before the Chiefs broke it open with a four-goal run. Brad McCulley scored shorthanded, but Shayne Jackson put the ball in the back of the net with 3.7 seconds left in the period to put the Chiefs ahead 9-4.

Kason Tarbell picked up a transition marker, his first of the playoffs, to open the third period before Saris responded, just eking the ball over the line. Brendan Bomberry put the Chiefs up 11-5 with a goal at the side of the net. Holden Cattoni and Thomas Hoggarth, breaking a three-game scoring drought, helped push along a late effort but the Lakers just couldn’t catch the Chiefs.

Dhane Smith led the Chiefs with a pair of goals and three assists, Ryan Smith had two goals and one assist, and Ian MacKay two goals. Josh Byrne contributed five assists. Doug Jamieson made 45 saves.

Hutchison made 40 saves for the Lakers, a team that isn’t new to facing adversity, with their semifinal series having come down to overtime in Game 7.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Mike Robinson (2-4)

Braedon Saris (2-0)

Holden Cattoni (1-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-1)

Brad McCulley (1-0)

Joe Resetarits (0-2)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Dustyn Birkhof (0-1)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)

Taite Cattoni (0-1)

Photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

Lakers Fall in Game 1 of MSL Finals

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 06:09:53 GMT

Although the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers got off to the hot start they wanted, they eventually fell 11-6 to the Six Nations Chiefs in Game 1 of the MSL Finals.

Game 2 of the best-of-seven series goes Tuesday night at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. Series bundles go on sale at 9:30 a.m. this morning, with single-game tickets following on Tuesday morning.

It is the fifth season in a row and ninth out of 10 that the Lakers and Chiefs have faced each other in the Finals. The Chiefs have won the last two Mann Cup national championships.

“We are climbing a mountain,” said Lakers’ head coach Mike Hasen. “We said to the guys, it’s a wakeup call here. Tuesday night we have to come prepared and get back at it and play with a little bit of a hate for these guys. They took it to us tonight. We’ll be waking up after this one and will be much better Tuesday.”

Braedon Saris and Taite Cattoni each scored twice for the Lakers with Joe Resetarits and Jake Withers also scoring. Dhane Smith led the Chiefs with a sock trick and three assists. Nick Rose started the game but was lifted in the second period for Drew Hutchison. Warren Hill went the distance in goal for Six Nations.

“We know they’re beatable in our building,” stated Cattoni. “They’re a really good team and it’s playoffs so they’re holding nothing back. We have to match their intensity.”

Scoring for the Lakers:

Braedon Saris (2-2)

Taite Cattoni (2-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-1)

Jake Withers (1-0)

Holden Cattoni (0-2)

Mike Robinson (0-1)

Carter Page (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Lakers to Face Chiefs in MSL Finals

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 19:18:11 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are excited to open the MSL Final against the Six Nations Chiefs this Sunday, August 17 at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena in Ohsweken. The Lakers will host games two, four and six of the series.

This will be the Lakers 10th straight appearance in the league finals, and the ninth time in those 10 seasons they have played the Chiefs. The Lakers won in 2015, 2017, 2019, and 2022 (they also beat the Oakville Rock in the 2018 Finals) and went on to win the Mann Cup four times in that span.

This season, the Mann Cup will be held by the winner of the Western Lacrosse Association.

SCHEDULE

The full MSL Finals schedule is as follows:

Game 1 – Sunday, August 17 @ 7:00 PM – Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

Game 2 – Tuesday, August 19 @ 8:00 PM – Peterborough Memorial Centre

Game 3 – Thursday, August 21 @ 8:00 PM – Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

Game 4 – Saturday, August 23 @ 7:00 PM – Peterborough Memorial Centre

Game 5* - Monday, August 25 @ 8:00 PM – Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

Game 6* – Tuesday, August 26 @ 8:00 PM – Peterborough Memorial Centre

Game 7* - Friday, August 29 @ 8:00 PM – Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

*if necessary

TO PURCHASE TICKETS

• Ticket Bundles – On sale Monday, August 18 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM – In-person only at the Grant Thornton Box Office

• Single Game Tickets – On sale Tuesday, August 19 at 9:30 AM

Box Office Info

• In person at the Grant Thornton Box Office inside the Peterborough Memorial Centre

• Online at memorialcentre.ca (for single game tickets starting Tuesday)

• By phone at 705-743-3561 ext. 2 (starting Tuesday)

TICKET PRICING

Single Game Ticket Prices (*before tax)

Regular Bowl

Adult: $22.90

Senior: $19.50

Student: $17.80

Child: $7.60

Club Section

Adult: $26.40

Senior: $22.95

Student: $20.40

Child: $12.10

Restaurant: $14.70

Skybox: $15.80

Suiteholder: $19.80

Three-Game Packages (*HST included)

Adult - Regular Bowl $67.05, Club $80.55

Senior (65+) - Regular Bowl $60.60, Club $74.10

Student (13-17 or with student card) - Regular Bowl $51.75, Club $65.25

Child (12 and under) - Regular Bowl $30.15, Club $43.65

For more information, visit www.peterboroughlakers.ca or follow us on social media for updates.

Robinson's OT Goal Sends Lakers Back to MSL Finals

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:09:00 GMT

It’s like it was destiny. Despite being down three games to two, despite being down 5-2 in games six and seven, the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers completed the comeback in their MSL semifinal series against the Brooklin Lacrosse Club with an 8-7 overtime win on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre.

Mike Robinson sent the crowd to their feet with 2:56 remaining in the extra frame as he picked up a low pass from Joe Resetarits and sent an underhand shot sailing into the top corner past Zach Higgins.

“Two really evenly matched teams that made each other work for every loose ball and win,” said defender Jake Withers after the game. “It was nice to see what we were made of when it came down to it and win game seven in front of these awesome fans.”

Peterborough had to stage another comeback, down 5-2 after 40 minutes for the second night in a row. This time their deficit increased to 7-3 before the magic started. But the 2,859 fans never let up with their cheering, and it spurred the Lakers on. Robinson and Holden Cattoni scored less than a minute apart to cut the gap to two. Colton Armstrong took a feed from Withers with 3:32 left and scored his first goal since May 31 to get the team back within a single goal.

An illegal equipment penalty on Higgins with 1:15 left gave the Lakers a golden opportunity, and Cattoni made it count just 15 seconds into the power play to tie the game 7-7.

Overtime went back and forth with the crowd alternating between “DE-FENCE!” and “Let’s go Lakers” chants.

“It was kind of a scramble play, it feels like that’s normally how it ends in these types of games,” said Robinson on the winning goal. “I think Rezzy was looking inside to maybe [Carter Page], and the ball just squirted out to me up top and I just kinda let it go as quick as I could. Didn’t really pick a spot or anything and lucky enough it went in.”

“It was kinda reminiscent of our Mann Cup runs a few years ago and even when I was a kid,” said Withers on the crowd noise. “It helps a lot. We have the best home floor advantage in the league by far so to have them behind us to help fuel that comeback, it paid dividends in overtime when Mikey scored that one.”

Nick Rose made 38 saves on 45 shots before giving way to Drew Hutchison, who made three stops in overtime to secure the victory.

Connor Kearnan had four points, and Jacob Hickey and Sean Westley three each to lead Brooklin on the scoresheet. Higgins finished with 51 shots and proved why he was last season’s League MVP.

“Credit those guys, an unbelievable series and unbelievable game, especially Higgy playing the way he did,” expressed Robinson. “It was tough to beat him and luckily we were able to rally something in the third period.”

The MSL Finals will open on Sunday in Six Nations at 7 p.m. with Game 2 back at the Memorial Centre on Tuesday. The full schedule is to be released. Ticket bundles will go on sale Monday at the box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Holden Cattoni (2-4)

Mike Robinson (2-3)

Braedon Saris (1-3)

Justin Sykes (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (1-0)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-2)

Jake Withers (0-2)

Joe Resetarits (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Game action photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

Cattoni's OT Goal Forces Game Seven

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 08:39:20 GMT

We’re going to GAME 7! The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers have forced a seventh and deciding game in their MSL semifinal series vs. Brooklin Lacrosse Club, and it will take place tonight at 8 p.m. at the Memorial Centre.

The box office opens for ticket sales at 9:30 a.m. in person, over the phone (705-743-3561) or online at memorialcentre.ca.

Taite Cattoni scored the game’s tying and winning goals as the Lakers defeated Brooklin 6-5 in overtime on Wednesday night. Cattoni completed a natural hat trick 4:13 into the extra frame.

Down 5-2 after 40 minutes with a nervous pro-Lakers crowd in the arena, the Lakers locked it down defensively in the third period. Joe Resetarits kicked off the Lakers run with an overhead bouncer halfway through the period. Cattoni followed it up with his first 1:23 later, picking up the ball in the corner and running uncontested to the front of the net. A tense nine minutes followed, but after the Lakers pressured a late Brooklin turnover, Cattoni converted Braedon Saris’ pass right at the side of the crease.

“It was the belief that we could come back from it,” said head coach Mike Hasen on the third period. “We didn’t help ourselves the first two periods very much. We just bought in for 20 minutes. Buy in and see what happens and it works out.”

Cattoni got the pass from older brother Holden and cycled around the top before launching a shot that bounced low and beat Brooklin tender Zach Higgins. Nick Rose made 35 saves for the Lakers and held Brooklin scoreless for nearly 40 minutes – they scored their last goal 4:30 into the second period.

“We work for each other,” stated Hasen. “Everybody has their opinions and we know that, that’s part of sports. We believe in everybody in this room. Defensively, late in the second period and third period we found our groove a little bit there and made it hopefully a little easier for Rosey, but he was big, real big for us.”

Cattoni saluted the crowd before running off the floor – attendance was estimated around 400, with a large and loud contingent from Peterborough. The fans did everything they could to make it feel like a home game.

“We knew we played a pretty poor 40 minutes and the season was on the line,” said Cattoni. “We had to come alive as a group and lucky enough and fortunate enough I had a good third period. It was my turn to go. That’s the great thing about this team, every night it can be a different guy that steps up and makes a difference. I’m really happy the team trusted me and I got the job done.”

See you tonight at the rink for the biggest game of the season!

Scoring for the Lakers:

Taite Cattoni (3-1)

Holden Cattoni (1-4)

Joe Resetarits (1-3)

Carter Page (1-0)

Braedon Saris (0-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-1)

Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Season Depends on Game 6

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 06:23:49 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers suddenly find themselves facing elimination from the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse playoffs. The Lakers let a 2-0 series lead evaporate with three consecutive losses to the Brooklin Lacrosse Club, including Thursday’s 8-7 overtime loss at the Memorial Centre.

The Lakers fought back from a three-goal deficit to force overtime, but Will MacLeod scored the game winner with 2:43 remaining in the 10-minute sudden death period. The Lakers need to win the next two games to make it back to the MSL Finals.

“We came together in the third period and the fans rallied around behind us,” said defender Colton Armstrong. “Obviously, it's a pretty tough loss in overtime but it's a one-shot kind of game. They had they had their runs, we had our runs, and they just got a lucky bounce there at the end… We have some time to rest up but we’ll be ready Wednesday and then we're going to make sure we're going to Game 7 back here in front of all the fans.”

Peterborough and Brooklin battled to a 1-1 draw after the first period. Holden Cattoni took a flip pass from Mike Robinson for the Lakers goal, and Ryan Barnable scored on a crease dive for Brooklin.

The Lakers ran into some trouble early in the second period, with Brooklin scoring three times in the span of a minute and 16 seconds. Eerily reminiscent of Game 4’s third-period collapse, this time the Lakers were able to rebound. Thomas Hoggarth got in close to the net and finished off the pass from Joe Resetarits to stop the run.

Late in the period Barnable completed his hat trick and MacLeod scored his second of the game for a 6-2 Brooklin lead, but the Lakers scored twice in the final 24 seconds to cut the deficit back to two. Joe Resetarits finished off a rush with Johnny Pearson after a faceoff win by Ben Trumble, and off another Trumble faceoff win, Hoggarth got inside to put Cattoni’s pass into the net. The Lakers had all the momentum; unfortunately the end of the period cut that momentum short.

“They're young, they're kind of pushing us around and I think we're sitting back, we're not being aggressive like we were in Game 1,” explained Armstrong. “We just have to get back to fundamentals and just kind of be the Lakeshow, be who we are. Get out on hands, make sure they're not shooting the ball, help Rosey out, get the ball to the offence and let them do their work.”

Peterborough outscored Brooklin 3-1 in the third. Connor Kearnan scored shorthanded to put Brooklin up by three but a pair of power play goals up the middle by Braedon Saris cut the BLC lead back to one. Cattoni’s second of the game sent the 2,413 fans in the Memorial Centre into a frenzy with the game tied at seven.

The Lakers looked for the go-ahead goal, throwing everything but the kitchen sink at Zach Higgins. They outshot Brooklin 20-8 in the period.

It was the fifth game in eight days for the teams.

“I think you can see on both teams, the first period, second period, you can see both teams are getting tired,” Armstrong said. “But the fans sparked us [in the third]; we were kinda lackadaisical all game and then there in the third every loose ball we were clamping down on. I think we had about four or five resets in the one end and we had offence changing (partial line changes like in hockey during extended possessions; uncommon in lacrosse) because they were tired. We kept going, we kept grinding.”

Higgins made 55 saves on 62 shots. In the Lakers net, Nick Rose made 39 saves on 47 shots.

After a frantic start to the series, the teams get a break until next Wednesday, August 13 when Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby will play host to Game 6. If necessary, Game 7 will be the next night, Thursday, August 14 at the Memorial Centre.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Thomas Hoggarth (2-3)

Holden Cattoni (2-3)

Braedon Saris (2-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-1)

Mike Robinson (0-3)

Brad McCulley (0-2)

Johnny Pearson (0-1)

Dylan Hutchison (0-1)

Game photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

MSL Semifinal Tied 2-2, Game 5 Tonight

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 07:10:14 GMT

A seven-goal run in the final seven minutes of the third period was the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers’ downfall in Game 4 of their MSL semifinal series against the Brooklin Lacrosse Club.

Tied 8-8 after 40 minutes, Holden Cattoni scored the go-ahead goal for the Lakers with 10:50 left in the game, but then the wheels fell off. Brooklin scored five goals within a two-minute span. Connor Kearnan added a power play goal and a penalty shot goal in the final two minutes. He led Brooklin with six goals total and three assists.

The best-of-seven-series is now tied at two. Game 5 is Thursday night at the Peterborough Memorial Centre at 8 p.m. The series switches back to Whitby for Game 6 next Wednesday, August 13. If necessary, Game 7 will be Thursday, August 14 at the PMC.

“We just didn’t push back like we should have,” said Lakers’ defensive coach Bobby Keast. “I think they got some bounces that they earned.”

The Lakers led 5-2 after the first period with an effort much-improved from Game 3, in which they did not score at all in the first period.

Brooklin scored three straight power play goals to open the second period and tie the game 5-5. Thomas Hoggarth broke up the run with a crease dive, but Brooklin rattled off three more in the span of 52 seconds for an 8-6 lead. Holden Cattoni scored shorthanded and Joe Resetarits on a power play for the 8-8 tie after the second.

The Lakers were missing Jake Withers due to work commitments, so had to make adjustments on defence, as well as on the draw, a position which has been tougher than normal for the Lakers in the series, even with Withers in the lineup.

“Anytime you don’t have Jake in your lineup it’s definitely not great,” Keast said. “However, we have some depth and some guys that will fill that gap. I thought Ben Trumble battled at the dot. It’s definitely not on him. Faceoffs are by committee. There are four other guys that have to execute a job and I’m going to say right now, their four are beating our four.”

Nick Rose made 29 saves on 42 shots. Drew Hutchison allowed two goals in the final 2:45 of the game. Steve Orleman, who got the start for Brooklin for the second consecutive game, made 38 saves.

In addition to Withers, Game 4 scratches included Adam Thistlethwaite, Broedie Birkhof, Jordan Stouros and Mike Robinson. Eric Shewell and Taite Cattoni drew back into the lineup.

Game 5 begins at 8 p.m. Get your tickets now at memorialcentre.ca.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Joe Resetarits (2-3)

Holden Cattoni (2-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Braedon Saris (1-2)

Taite Cattoni (1-2)

Justin Sykes (1-1)

Brad McCulley (0-2)

Dustyn Birkhof (0-1)

Carter Page (0-1)

Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Lakers Falter in Game 3

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 05:10:44 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers lacked a spark on Monday night, said team captain Robert Hope. The Lakers fell 7-4 to Brooklin Lacrosse Club in Game 3 of their best-of-seven MSL semifinal. Peterborough leads the series two games to one, with Game 4 on Wednesday in Whitby and Game 5 back in Peterborough this coming Thursday.

“We just weren’t sharp,” admitted head coach Mike Hasen. “Right from the get-go, we didn’t have the energy we had the last two games. We were a little bit planted, passes were off, we were dropping passes. It was just one of those nights where it was not good. Second period we had a lot of energy, but we just couldn’t find that consistency.”

Brooklin made a major change, starting backup goaltender Steve Orleman in place of Zach Higgins. Orleman played a solid game, making 48 saves on 52 shots. Meanwhile, as Hope noted, Brooklin’s offence scored five-on-five, in transition and on the power play.

“We were a little sluggish to get going,” he said. “They worked really hard as a team, their goaltender played well, they made some small adjustments. We had some lulls. The first period wasn’t great for us. We picked it up in the second, and the third you’re playing catch up against a good team, so we struggled there a bit.”

The Lakers trailed 2-0 after the first period on goals from Eddie Renaud and Ryan Barnable.

Sean Westley, who led Brooklin with a hat trick, put his team up 3-0 only 44 seconds into the second period. Peterborough responded with a four-goal run. Thomas Hoggarth kicked it off at 3:55 with a low crease dive, which was followed by a snipe from Holden Cattoni 27 seconds later. After a time, Braedon Saris capitalized on a power play opportunity, which Hoggarth followed 30 seconds later, fighting off two defenders as he darted to the net.

Westley tied it back 4-4 with a low shot from the right side with 2:21 left in the period. Brooklin captain Connor Kearnan parked himself by the side of the net to give BLC a 5-4 lead 30 seconds later.

Westley and Will MacLeod scored in the third period while Orleman shut the Lakers out.

“They were a lot faster coming out on the back end, pushing pace really well, and offensively I think they were a little more deliberate in their two-man game,” said Hasen. “It’s a series and we have to make a couple of adjustments going forward.”

Game 3 scratches included Broedie Birkhof, Jordan Stouros, Eric Shewell, Dustyn Birkhof and Taite Cattoni, the latter of whom served a one-game suspension stemming from a late-game incident on Saturday. Adam Thistlethwaite and Ben Trumble drew back into the lineup on defence.

Nick Rose made 27 saves.

Game 4 will be streamed on YouTube. Watch the Lakers’ social media channel for the link. Tickets for Thursday’s Game 5 are now on sale at the box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Braedon Saris (1-1)

Holden Cattoni (1-1)

Joe Resetarits (0-2)

Justin Sykes (0-1)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)

Game Photos by Anna Taylor. Pre-game ceremony photos by Sam Hossack.

Hope Leads Way in Game 2

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 08:05:12 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers took a 2-0 series lead in their MSL best-of-seven semifinal series on Saturday night with a 10-8 win over the Brooklin Lacrosse Club at Iroquois Park Sports Centre.

Many Lakers fans made the trip, and their chants and cheers could be heard all game long. Defenseman Colton Armstrong remarked that it nearly felt like a home game, between the noise and the number of people in the stands, many of whom were there to play in the annual Ontario Lacrosse Festival.

Unlike Game 1, where the Lakers led 9-0 before Brooklin scored, Peterborough had to work harder for goals on Saturday. They trailed 2-0, 4-2 and 5-4 before finally turning the tide to lead 6-5 after the second period.

“It’s just a great reminder that we are in a series, and we need to get back to playing with lots of energy, and I thought we did that,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “You take the wins as they are.”

A pair of goals from Justin Sykes (a healthy scratch in Game 1) 1:39 apart, gave the Lakers their first two-goal lead of the night, which they hung on to and increased to three goals after a pair of late transition markers from Thomas Hoggarth and Matt Gilray.

Hoggarth also had a first period goal and two assists to lead the Lakers with four points. Holden Cattoni contributed one goal (scored after an around-the-world pass from Hoggarth) and three assists for four points as well, and Nick Rose made 36 saves. As impressive as those stats are, they’re fairly standard when recapping games.

The true unsung hero of Game 2 was Peterborough’s Robert Hope, who sacrificed his body several times to get in the way of incoming shots to make sure Nick Rose didn’t have to make any extra saves.

“At the end of the day, Hopey does what Hopey does, soaking a lot of shots,” said Hasen.

“That guy will take a bullet for any guy on the team,” praised Colton Armstrong. “Every time you look back, he’s standing right in front of Rosey. He obviously is the heartbeat of our team, that’s why he’s the captain and that’s why he’s such a good leader, because of that stuff right there that goes a long way.”

Hasen also said that Armstrong had a strong game defensively, and said the team did a lot of good things by committee.

“You can point to each of them at some point, they did a real good job each shift.”

Will MacLeod (2G/4A), Sean Westley (2G/3A) and Taggart Clark (3G/2A) led Brooklin on the scoreboard. Zach Higgins was forced to stop 54 shots.

Game 2 scratches included Adam Thistlethwaite, Broedie Birkhof, Eric Shewell (suspended one game for fighting Chris Boushy), Brad McCulley and Ben Trumble.

Game 3 is at the Memorial Centre on Civic Holiday Monday at 7 p.m. Tickets are now on sale at the box office and fans can use the code “TED” when purchasing tickets to redirect $3 of the purchase price to Parkinson Canada. Game 4 is back in Whitby on Wednesday at 8 p.m. with Game 5, if necessary, Thursday at the Memorial Centre.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Thomas Hoggarth (2-2)

Justin Sykes (2-1)

Holden Cattoni (1-3)

Braedon Saris (1-2)

Joe Resetarits (1-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-1)

Dustyn Birkhof (1-0)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Mike Robinson (0-3)

Nick Rose (0-2)

Dylan Hutchison (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Lakers Take Game 1 Over Brooklin

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:20:00 GMT

Game 1 goes to the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers. The Lakers picked up a big 12-4 win over the Brooklin Lacrosse Club on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre as they kicked off their MSL semifinal series.

Nick Rose made 42 saves as the Lakers’ defence completely locked down their end for the first 35 minutes, while the offence made the difference in a seven-goal second period explosion.

“You know, it makes it a lot easier when you hold a team to zero goals for almost two full periods,” said forward Mike Robinson. “We’re clicking right now and I think, you know, the goal is always to peak at the end of the year, we don’t want to peak in the middle. We're just going to keep doing those little things and keep moving forward and keep getting better each game.”

Peterborough led 3-0 after the first period. At the 6:04 mark of the second, a power play goal from Braedon Saris kicked off a three-goal run in 55 seconds for a 6-0 lead. Brooklin was forced to take a timeout at 5-0, but the Lakers scored on their next shot. Just over three minutes later, the Lakers went on another three-goal tear in a span of 1:14. The Lakers chased Brooklin starting goaltender Zach Higgins after eight goals. Steve Orleman let in the first shot he faced before settling in.

Brooklin got on the board by scoring on both ends of a five-on-three. Brad McCulley’s second goal of the period, shorthanded, closed out the second and gave the Lakers a 10-2 lead.

Brooklin added two goals in the final frame but so did both Cattoni brothers, each their second goals of the game. Also in the period, Eric Shewell got into a scrap with Chris Boushy with Shewell getting the better of his opponent with some solid uppercuts. Both will miss Game 2 for an automatic one-game suspension for fighting.

The Lakers were 2/5 on the power play with a shorty and Brooklin 3/8. Jake Withers split faceoff wins with Bo Columbus, with each winning nine of 18. Peterborough outshot Brooklin by a single shot at 47-46.

“We obviously got out to real good start and I was seeing the ball early and they were keeping the ball to the outside where we like it,” said Rose. “We built a pretty big lead and that kind of game was a little out of hand for a game one but we know that they're going to be a lot better at home on Saturday.”

Game 1 scratches included Adam Thistlethwaite, Broedie Birkhof, Jordan Stouros, Justin Sykes and Dustyn Birkhof.

Sean Westley led Brooklin with a goal and two assists.

Game 2 is Saturday night at Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby at 8 p.m. Game 3 is back at the Memorial Centre on Monday at 7 p.m. Tickets are now on sale at the box office and fans can use the code “TED” when purchasing tickets to redirect $3 of the purchase price to Parkinson Canada.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Joe Resetarits (2-5)

Holden Cattoni (2-3)

Brad McCulley (2-2)

Taite Cattoni (2-1)

Mike Robinson (1-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-2)

Braedon Saris (1-2)

Carter Page (1-1)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)
Matt Gilray (0-1)

Photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

Gerry and Kathy Hiltz Win Bobby Allan Legacy Award

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 02:03:28 GMT

This year's winners of the Bobby Allan Legacy Award are Gerry and Kathy Hiltz. They were presented with the award during the July 24 game vs. Brampton with many family members on the floor with them.

Here's the speech that was read over the PA system during the presentation:

"Ladies and gentlemen, lacrosse enthusiasts, and the entire Lakers family, tonight is a momentous occasion as we come together to honour and celebrate true legends in the world of lacrosse.

The Bobby Allan Award is presented each year to the person — or in this case, people — who demonstrate a remarkable, long-term contribution to the game of lacrosse and this year we have the pleasure of presenting this award to Gerry and Kathy Hiltz.

For over five decades, Gerry and Kathy Hiltz have been pillars of the Peterborough lacrosse community. Their journey began when their sons, Gerry Jr. and Joey, started playing at Bobby Allan’s lacrosse camp — and the Hiltz family has been giving back to the game ever since.

Kathy has been a volunteer with the Peterborough Minor Lacrosse Association for over 50 consecutive years. She has played a vital role in organizing the Laker Classic Tournament, BINGO fundraising, and the U5 and U7 House League programs, helping make lacrosse more accessible for families across the region.

Gerry has coached and trained at every age level in both box and field lacrosse, winning countless provincial titles, a Canada Summer Games silver medal, and three Minto Cups alongside his sons. He even handbuilt the trophy cabinet at Kinsmen Arena and remains a dedicated fan at every Lakers home game.

Together, they’ve helped shape generations of players while creating a legacy rooted in family, community, and love for the game."

The award was presented by 2024 winner Ernie Ellement.

Team Preps for Playoffs With Biggest Win of the Season

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 04:35:00 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers saved their best for last in a 15-4 drubbing of the Cobourg Kodiaks (6-12-0) on Sunday evening at Jack Burger Sports Complex in Port Hope. The 11-goal margin was the largest win of the season by the Lakers, despite sitting regulars like Holden Cattoni, Thomas Hoggarth and Braedon Saris in preparation for the playoffs.

Peterborough finishes the regular season with a 13-5-0 record. In second place, they will host the third-place Brooklin Lacrosse Club in the MSL Semifinals beginning Thursday at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

Four-game ticket bundles go on sale Monday morning at 9:30 a.m. for both season ticket holders and the general public, in person or by phone at 705-743-3561. Single-game tickets go on sale Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m.

The Kodiaks did not make the playoffs; their season ended Sunday night.

Brad McCulley led the Lakers against the Kodiaks with four goals and one assist on a sweltering evening in an arena with no air conditioning.

“Our staff does a fantastic job making sure we’re cool on the bench, getting fans blowing all over the place, water when we need it,” McCulley said. “Both teams have to deal with it so we kinda just have to make the most of it but that was a little uncomfortable by the end.”

Carter Page had a hat trick and one assist, Justin Sykes two goals and two assists, Mike Robinson six assists and Joe Resetarits a goal and seven assists. Drew Hutchison made 37 saves.

“Sometimes it gets to these games where the playoff schedule is already set and we have a game on a Sunday night and not everyone can make it, so it’s easy to mail it in or you just stay on track doing what’s made you successful, but like this, getting the sticks going and making sure our confidence is up and chemistry is still there, going far into playoffs this won’t hurt us,” McCulley said.

It was 6-0 after the first period.

The Lakers were motivated after Cobourg won 9-8 in their last matchup, head coach Mike Hasen said.

“We just wanted to make sure we ended the regular season on our best foot. They sucked it up, had a little more water and just played which is dynamite. Tough situation tonight. They buckled in and just did what they had to do.”

The second period was more even with the Lakers outscoring Cobourg 4-3. Broedie Birkhof and Riley Morgan, both Peterborough natives, squared off in the second period with Birkhof getting the upper hand.

The focus now turns to Game 1 on Thursday for both the players and coaching staff.

Game 2 is set for Saturday at 8 p.m. at Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby. Game 3 will be back in Peterborough on Monday, August 4 at 7 p.m.

“It’s going to be tight lacrosse, good lacrosse,” said Hasen. “We’ll just worry about ourselves. We talked about it here tonight that every shift matters. Thursday night matters.”

Scoring for the Lakers:

Brad McCulley (4-1)

Carter Page (3-1)

Justin Sykes (2-2)

Joe Resetarits (1-7)

Taite Cattoni (1-3)

Dylan Hutchison (1-1)

Matt Gilray (1-1)

Ben Trumble (1-0)

Frank Coyle (1-0)

Mike Robinson (0-6)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)

Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Lakers to Face Brooklin in MSL Semi-Finals

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 18:46:01 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are excited to open the first round of the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse playoffs against the Brooklin Lacrosse Club next Thursday, July 31 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre with the goal of capturing their 19th Mann Cup national championship.

The Lakers finished in second place with Brooklin in third. This will be the fourth consecutive time the clubs have met in the semi-finals with the Lakers winning each prior series.

SCHEDULE

The full first-round schedule is as follows:

Game 1 - Thursday, July 31 @ 8:00 PM – Peterborough Memorial Centre

Game 2 – Saturday, August 2 @ 8:00 PM – Iroquois Park Sports Centre

Game 3 – Monday, August 4 @ 7:00 PM – Peterborough Memorial Centre

Game 4 – Wednesday, August 6 @ 8:00 PM – Iroquois Park Sports Centre

Game 5* - Thursday, August 7 @ 8:00 PM – Peterborough Memorial Centre

Game 6* – TBD

Game 7* - Thursday, August 14 @ 8:00 PM – Peterborough Memorial Centre

*if necessary

TICKET INFORMATION

Four-Game Packages

Adult - Regular Bowl $80.40, Club $98.40

Senior (65+) - Regular Bowl $71.80, Club $89.80

Student (13-17 or with student card) - Regular Bowl $60.00, Club $78.00

Child (12 and under) - Regular Bowl $35.80, Club $53.80

Single-Game Ticket Prices

Regular Bowl

Adult: $22.95
Senior: $18.45
Student: $16.45
Child: $8.40

Club Section

Adult: $27.55
Senior: $24.20
Student: $20.95
Child: $12.90

Restaurant: $15.75
Skybox: $16.90
Suiteholder: $22.90

Four-game series ticket packages will go on sale Monday, July 28 at 9:30 AM. Single-game tickets will be released for sale on Thursday, July 31 at 9:30 AM ahead of Game 1.

For more information, visit www.peterboroughlakers.ca or follow us on social media for updates.

Lakers Beat Brampton on Fan Appreciation Night

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 06:42:46 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers relished a busy night on Thursday at the Memorial Centre, as they beat the Brampton Excelsiors 9-6 on Fan Appreciation Night. It was the final home game of the regular season for the second-place Lakers, who will face the Brooklin Lacrosse Club in the first round of the MSL playoffs. Scheduling will be announced shortly.

The Lakers put together a balanced attack, scoring three times in each period. Thomas Hoggarth, who led with a hat trick, had the highlight of the night with an around-the-world goal in the second period.

“I caught the ball… a defenseman jumped at me… it kinda tied my hands up, the only option I had was around the back and I just tried to get it on net and I got lucky and it went through his legs… not much to it,” Hoggarth demurred.

Carter Page and Holden Cattoni chipped in with a pair of goals each. Taite Cattoni and Joe Resetarits contributed three assists each.

In addition to playing the game, the Lakers had their annual team photo before the game, hosted Five Counties Children’s Centre and over 500 campers and counsellors from Camp Moshava during the game, and signed autographs for fans after the game. It was the largest crowd of the season at 3,460.

Goaltender Nick Rose, who made 34 saves, had never played in a Moshava game even as a visitor. The whole night was a fun experience, he said. The campers were never silent, especially as the wave went around the arena.

“The building was loud and rocking. They were an electric factory,” Rose praised. “It’s always fun to see our fans up close; some don’t recognize us without the gear on at times, but it’s awesome to be able to get them some autographs and get fired up for playoffs.”

Connor O’Toole (son of former Lakers’ goalie Pat O’Toole, who won Mann Cups with Peterborough in 2004, 2006 and 2007) made 35 saves in the loss. Jacob Janke led Brampton with three goals and three assists.

The Lakers finish out the regular season on Sunday evening at Jack Burger Arena in Port Hope against the Cobourg Kodiaks. Game time is 6 p.m., and fans should note the game will not be broadcast on Cogeco/YourTV, so the only way to see the game is to be in attendance.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Thomas Hoggarth (3-1)

Carter Page (2-1)

Holden Cattoni (2-1)

Mike Robinson (1-1)

Braedon Saris (1-1)

Joe Resetarits (0-3)

Taite Cattoni (0-3)

Justin Sykes (0-1)

Dustyn Birkhof (0-1)

Lakers Come Up Short in OT Against North Stars

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 08:04:08 GMT

It wasn’t for a lack of effort that the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers lost 10-9 in overtime on Saturday night at Collingwood’s Eddie Bush Memorial Arena. They fought back from a deficit to force overtime but came up just short against the Owen Sound North Stars. The Lakers remain in second place in the MSL with Brooklin right on their heels.

The Lakers trailed 7-5 after the second period. They twice got back within a goal in the third period only for Owen Sound to go up by two again. Jr. C call-up Jeremiah Wade got the Lakers back within a goal again with two minutes to play. Adam Thistlethwaite scored the equalizer with 3.5 seconds left.

“We had a play set up for Justin Sykes to come down the side on a double steal,” Thistlethwaite described. “We’d run it once or twice before in the game so they kinda knew what was coming. So when I came up from the bottom to seal up on Sykes’ guy, I just flashed into the middle into Saris and he threw it to me. Page was double sealing through on the backside just kind of bear-hugging guys, creating chaos and I shot overtop and hit it top left.”

The teams battled back-and-forth for nine and a half intense minutes in overtime before North Stars call-up player Greg Elijah-Brown scored the winner.

Peterborough was missing a number of rostered players due to prior commitments (including Jordan Stouros’ wedding), plus head coach Mike Hasen to a family wedding and assistant coach Tracey Kelusky to coaching commitments. They called up two members of the Jr. C Lakers (both of which, Wade and Nick Fournier, scored) and three players from Burlington Jr. A. Michael Blaymires made his senior Lakers debut and scored a goal in the second period.

“There were a lot of roles that were getting filled tonight,” said Thistlethwaite, who played mostly at lefty offence instead of his usual defence. Ben Trumble filled in on the right side of the offence. “A lot of different guys in the lineup so a lot of guys were stepping up in different places all over the floor. We had a lot of good young players who were running the floor and playing well.”

Braedon Saris led with two goals and four assists, with Fournier assisting three times in addition to his goal. Thistlethwaite had a pair of assists to go along with his goal. Nick Rose made 55 saves in goal.

Isiah Moran-Weekes and Brayden Mayea led Owen Sound with two goals and two assists each. Kaleb Martin made 56 saves.

“Not happy at all with the result, but happy with the effort,” said assistant Bobby Keast. “The group that we called up to support did an outstanding job.”

The Lakers are back on home floor this coming Thursday, July 24 to play their final regular season home game before closing out the regular season on Sunday, July 27 in Cobourg. It’s Little Lakers Night in support of Five Counties Children’s Centre and Fan Appreciation night. Camp Moshava will be in attendance.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Braeden Saris (2-4)

Nick Fournier (1-3)

Adam Thistlethwaite (1-2)

Michael Blaymires (1-1)

Justin Sykes (1-1)

Lucas Fraser (1-1)

Alex Pace (1-0)

Jeremiah Wade (1-0)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Ben Trumble (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Fourth Win in a Row for Lakers

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 08:10:47 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers picked up their fourth win in a row on Thursday night, dispatching the Oakville Rock 9-6 at the Memorial Centre. It moves the Lakers back into sole possession of second place in the MSL standings, two points ahead of the Brooklin Lacrosse Club with a game in hand.

The Lakers received a pair of goals each from Ben Trumble, Braedon Saris and Holden Cattoni. The game was tied six times, with Cattoni’s second goal of the game the winner halfway through the third period. Brad McCulley scored a highlight-reel no-look behind-the-back goal for insurance with a minute left to play.

It feels like the Lakers have turned a corner.

“I think they're keeping it simple and they’re playing with a bit of pace,” offered head coach Mike Hasen. “The ball is moving. We have had a tendency of getting it stuck on one side. Right now, it's swinging side to side and a lot of guys are getting a lot of good looks. We’re getting a lot of great shots and great opportunities and, you know, I think the biggest thing for us is that we're sticking with it. We’re not bailing on things when it doesn't go our way. Like 27-28 shots after the first period tonight with (only) one goal, right, we stuck with it. We didn't try to change anything, we just continued through and that’s a great sign of maturity, basically.”

Each team received only one minor penalty throughout the game (though the Lakers Broedie Birkhof also received a major and two misconducts).

“A lot of it is based on Broedie’s reputation, unfortunately,” said Hasen. “It’s unfortunate because you know he took two three whacks before he did anything.”

But the team rebounded hard – Joe Resetarits scored a shorthanded beauty and then the Lakers shut it down in the third. Drew Hutchison made 36 saves in goal for the Lakers, who got the better of Landon Kells in the Rock net, firing 62 shots at him.

Jack MacAlpine and Carson Moyer each had two goals for Oakville. Captain Josh Dawick contributed three assists.

The Lakers are on the road Saturday to Collingwood to play the Owen Sound North Stars. It’ll be a depleted lineup with a number of Lakers attending Jordan Stouros’ wedding.

Hasen said he projects 13 regulars, including Nick Rose, will be available. The rest of the holes will be filled by callups from Sr. B and Jr. A.

“We’re going to look a little bit different. A few unknowns out there but defensively we're going to be strong. The right side is going to be consistent but the left side is going to be a little bit by committee with a couple new guys in there.”

The Lakers are back on home floor next Thursday, July 24 to play their final regular season home game before closing out the regular season on Sunday, July 27 in Cobourg. It’s Little Lakers Night in support of Five Counties Children’s Centre and also Fan Appreciation night.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Braeden Saris (2-1)

Ben Trumble (2-1)

Holden Cattoni (2-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Brad McCulley (1-1)

Mike Robinson (1-0)

Colton Armstrong (0-2)

Matt Gilray (0-2)

Dylan Hutchison (0-1)

Photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

Little Lakers Night Returns on July 24

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 06:07:42 GMT

A fan-favourite event is back as Little Lakers Night returns to the Peterborough Memorial Centre this month for a three-peat performance.

Little Lakers Night is set for Thursday, July 24, at the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers’ final regular season home game. This special evening, now in its third year, is a collaboration between Five Counties Children’s Centre and the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers, celebrating community, inclusion, and the joy of sport.

“Each year, Little Lakers Night has grown in impact and excitement, and it’s certainly become a highlight of the summer season for us,” says Scott Pepin, CEO of Five Counties Children’s Centre. “We’re incredibly grateful to the Lakers for their continued generosity and for giving our kids the chance to be part of something so special. It’s more than a game — it’s a celebration of community.”

“It’s an honour to again team up with Five Counties to host Little Lakers Night and support children’s treatment services in our community,” says Len Powers, board chairperson of the Peterborough Lakers. “We encourage everyone to come out to Little Lakers Night and show their support for the home side – cheering on the Lakers to victory as they prepare for the playoffs, and supporting the incredible work done by Five Counties in the Peterborough region.”

Little Lakers Night kicks off with pre-game festivities starting at 7 pm, one hour before the Lakers take on the Brampton Excelsiors. Families can enjoy face painting by donation, freezie sales, a “pass the bucket” fundraiser, and the chance to buy commemorative Little Lakers Night T-shirts in support of Five Counties. During the game, a silent auction will offer exciting prizes, including two tickets to Canada’s Wonderland, a Crayola Prize Pack, and VIP passes to the 2025 Swimming World Cup.

Tickets for Little Lakers Night on July 24 are available now through the Memorial Centre box office. Fans are encouraged to use the promo code FIVECOUNTIES at checkout to ensure that $3 from every ticket sold is donated to support kids’ treatment services at Five Counties.

Little Lakers Night will also shine the spotlight on the children and families supported by Five Counties. Many of them will be in attendance cheering on the Lakers, with some also participating in special roles such as the ceremonial pre-game ball drop and a behind-the-scenes experiences with the team. Thanks to the Ticket Assist Program, sponsored by Imprinted Apparel and White Cap, dozens of Five Counties families have enjoyed free tickets throughout the season and will once again be welcomed to the stands for Little Lakers Night.

Adding to the excitement, this year’s event will feature the debut of a specially designed warm-up jersey created by Kennedy, a local Grade 4 student. Lakers players will wear the jerseys during their pre-game warmup, and the jerseys will later be available for purchase through an online auction with proceeds supporting Five Counties.

All proceeds from Little Lakers Night will support Five Counties’ Building Abilities for Life campaign, which allows more kids and youth in the region to access life-changing treatment services that they need when they need it. Last year’s Little Lakers Night netted $15,295 to support children’s treatment services at Five Counties.

This year’s Little Lakers Night is sponsored by Merrett Home Hardware, Billyard Insurance Group, Pinchin, and LP Movers.

Lakers to Host East Coast Kitchen Party Night - Live Music, Community Spirit & Lacrosse!

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 19:14:47 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are set to host one of the most exciting theme nights of the season — East Coast Kitchen Party Night — on Thursday, July 17th , as they take on the Oakville Rock at the Memorial Centre. Face-off is at 8:00 p.m.

Proudly presented by Kitchens Depot and Chemong Lodge , this special event brings the music, culture and energy of the East Coast to downtown Peterborough.

What to Expect:

�� A live pre-game performance by Dunner , presented by Nine Ships , kicks things off at 6:30 p.m. outside the Memorial Centre.
�� Fans are encouraged to wear their best sou’wester and get into the spirit of an East Coast kitchen party!
�� During the second intermission , one lucky fan will have the chance to play Lakers Cornhole , presented by Kitchens Depot , with a chance to win great prizes — everything including the kitchen sink!
�� We’re also teaming up with Kawartha Food Share! Fans are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item and help us Fill the Kitchens Depot Truck , parked in front of the arena.

It’s shaping up to be an unforgettable night of music, community giving and top-tier lacrosse.

Tickets are on sale now at the Memorial Centre Box Office .

Let’s go Lakers! See you Thursday night!

Six-Point Night from Page in Win Over Chiefs

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 08:11:54 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers came through a tough week absolutely sparking after a pair of wins over the Brooklin Lacrosse Club and Six Nations Chiefs. After beating Brooklin 9-8 Wednesday night in Whitby, the Lakers returned home Thursday and took down the first place Chiefs 10-7.

“We had a really good week defensively against the top teams in the league,” goaltender Nick Rose said. “They were holding shots to down the lanes and not very high-quality shots early on which helped me settle in. For us to pull it out against that team is great at home.”

Rose started both games and made a combined 81 saves. Halfway through Thursday’s game, he had held the most high-powered offence in the league to a single goal. When all was said and done, he had held Shayne Jackson pointless, Dhane Smith to four assists, Josh Byrne to one goal and one assist – all superstars who were stymied by the Peterborough netminder.

Peterborough’s highlight of the game was Carter Page’s second period goal. Page rushed off the bench, accepted a long, high-arced pass from Mitch Ogilvie in the defensive end and scored a shorthanded goal on a crease dive. Page finished the game with a hat trick and three assists for his best game of the season.

Thomas Hoggarth contributed two goals and one assist, and Justin Sykes scored twice in his home debut in front of 3,359 fans.

“I’ve seen Skyesy play a lot of lacrosse in his career,” said Rose. “He’s been the best player in Junior A for the last few years. He’s had some injury trouble but I’m not shocked that he’s doing what he’s doing here. It is kind of a testament to the organization. Lots of guys come in here and have success and that’s just from feeding off each other as teammates and it’s no surprise Sykes is doing that.”

The Chiefs did push back both in the second and third periods to get back to 7-4 and 9-7, respectively, but the Lakers weathered the storm.

“We understand that they love to play almost in chaos, and we were able to settle it down and refocus,” said defensive coach Bobby Keast. “We were playing defence by committee. The guys are committed to it. That’s an unbelievable team over there and they are going to generate opportunities and when they did, we had Rosey able to make that next stop.”

The Chiefs hadn’t lost a game since the last time they faced the Lakers, on May 22. They lead the MSL with 24 points with the Lakers closing in with 20 points.

The Lakers are off until next Thursday, July 17 when they host the Oakville Rock for an East Coast Kitchen Party. Tickets are on sale now at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Carter Page (3-3)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Justin Sykes (2-0)

Mike Robinson (1-3)

Braedon Saris (1-1)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Brad McCulley (0-3)

Taite Cattoni (0-2)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)

Photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

Ogilvie Scores Game Winner Over Brooklin

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 06:48:56 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are right back where they started from after a dramatic 9-8 win over Brooklin Lacrosse Club on Wednesday night. They take the season series two games to one.

The Lakers opened their season back in May with a win at Iroquois Park before beating the Six Nations Chiefs in the Lakers’ home opener the next night. They’ll try to pick up another win Thursday night when those same Chiefs, now in first place in the MSL, once again visit the Memorial Centre. Game time is 8 p.m. and tickets are on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

“We’re going to battle,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “I thought we battled all night long here tonight. A couple seeing-eye shots late closed the gap, but we had a really good effort tonight and we’re going to do the same thing tomorrow.”

Against Brooklin, the two teams played to a 1-1 tie after the first period in a great display of lacrosse talent. Newly-acquired Justin Sykes scored the Lakers’ goal.

"It was great for me to kind of get the monkey off my back, it’s been a while," Sykes said. He was playing in his first game of the season, having not dressed for Cobourg this summer. "Get the energy going, get the guys going a bit, shake off the rust."

Things opened up in the second, with a five-goal run from the Lakers. Thomas Hoggarth kicked things off, followed by Johnny Pearson's first goal as a Laker, Taite Cattoni, Brad McCulley and Matt Gilray, making a fast break look easy. Brooklin got back a pair, but the Lakers countered both with goals from Braedon Saris and Hoggarth's second of the night. Jacob Hickey scored a late one on the offensive rush to cut the Lakers lead in half 8-4 after the period.

It was a quiet start to the third period until Brooklin began a four-goal run 11:27 into the period. They had tied the game within the next five minutes, with Sean Westley scoring Brooklin’s eighth goal on an unimpeded shot from the right side.

Jake Withers won the ensuing faceoff and the Lakers rushed in for a fast break.

“[Thomas Hoggarth] got the ball out and I came down the side and no one was there. I just stepped down and shot as hard as I could,” said Mitch Ogilvie, whose first goal of the season turned out to be the game winner 15 seconds after the score had been tied. It was Ogilvie's first goal of the season, having returned five games ago after suffering a concussion last summer that caused him to miss the whole NLL season.

Ogilvie is glad to have Sykes on the team. He lived with Sykes' brother Matt for five years so got to know Justin well.

"He’s a great guy, a good athlete, a great lacrosse player, and a good dressing room guy so it’s nice to have him. Nice to have him around for sure."

Nick Rose made 33 saves for the win. Zach Higgins took the loss for Brooklin, stopping 41 shots. BLC was led by Hickey and Taggart Clark, who each scored twice.

The Lakers jump four points ahead of Brooklin in the standings, yet remain in second place, trailing the Chiefs by six points. They have five games left in the regular season.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Justin Sykes (1-1)

Brad McCulley (1-1)

Matt Gilray (1-1)

Johnny Pearson (1-0)

Braedon Saris (1-0)

Mitch Ogilvie (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (1-0)

Mike Robinson (0-2)

Nick Rose (0-2)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Carter Page (0-1)

Dylan Hutchison (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Win Over North Stars Puts Lakers Back in Second Place

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 06:54:14 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers snapped a three-game losing streak Thursday night at the Memorial Centre with a 9-7 win over the Owen Sound North Stars. It was KX105 Country Night at the PMC and the fiddle tunes had the Lakers feeling some kind of way as they outshot the North Stars 70-37 in a bid to get the offence back in a groove. It leaps them back over Brooklin, losers on Wednesday to Cobourg, for second place.

“Finally, a good effort at home,” said a relieved Holden Cattoni. “We’ve been struggling to find our rhythm and tonight we played a pretty solid game top to bottom. Kudos to their goalie, almost 60 saves. We pulled out a good win and one that we needed at home. We’d like to have probably more than nine goals on 70 shots but that’s hopefully something to come in the near future.”

Braedon Saris scored the first two goals of the game followed by one from Brad McCulley. McCulley had another great chance shortly thereafter but Owen Sound goaltender Andrew Kidd shut the door as McCulley tried to go five-hole. MSL leading scorer Jackson Webster got Owen Sound on the board with the first two goals of his hat trick, the first coming on a highlight-reel backhand shot as he fell to the ground.

Adam Thistlethwaite found a hole on the left side after a pass from Ben Trumble to open the second period; the pair were taking turns playing up front in the absence of Thomas Hoggarth and Mike Robinson. Joe Resetarits then finished off a transition play started by Jake Withers, who caused two turnovers in about 10 seconds, in the defensive end for a 5-2 lead. Owen Sound then sandwiched a Holden Cattoni power play marker that had Peterborough up 6-4 after two.

Each team scored three in the third period; Carter Page picked up a low Saris rebound, and Joe Resetarits nearly hit the floor with one knee as he also went for the low shot. Jeremy Searle and Josh Rosa replied for Owen Sound, who began pulling Kidd at the three-minute mark. Cattoni wasted no time putting the ball into the empty net for the Lakers’ ninth goal with 1:30 left. Xander Derkatz scored his second goal of the game with 16 seconds left but the Lakers were able to hang on. Withers tried for a second empty-netter but the referees appeared to declare he was in the crease, leading to a chorus of boos from the 2,781 fans in attendance.

“The wins and losses are one thing but it’s the way we were playing that we weren’t happy with,” Cattoni said. “You can’t always control when the ball goes in the net or if you catch a hot goalie, or their team has a good shooting night. That happens. We were more just disappointed with the way we were playing and the effort we were showing so this was a good step forward for us tonight and hopefully we can replicate that in the weeks to come.”

Fans clad in cowboy hats were treated to a country music extravaganza; in addition to the tunes over the loudspeaker, local singer Ty Wilson played to a crowd outside the arena before the game, sang the Lakers onto the carpet to start the game, and lit up the East Lobby with music during intermissions.

The Lakers are on the road next Wednesday, July 9 in Whitby to face the now third-place Brooklin Lacrosse Club. They return home for Every Child Matters Night against the Six Nations Chief on July 10 at the Memorial Centre. Tickets for that game are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Joe Resetarits (2-2)

Braedon Saris (2-2)

Holden Cattoni (2-2)

Brad McCulley (1-1)

Carter Page (1-1)

Adam Thistlethwaite (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (0-2)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Dylan Hutchison (0-1)

Ben Trumble (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

Lakers Drop Third Game in a Row

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 08:26:34 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are looking for answers after a third consecutive loss on Thursday night, falling 9-8 to the Cobourg Kodiaks. The third-place Lakers’ record falls to 7-4 and they’ve won only two of five home games. Meanwhile, fourth place Cobourg closes the gap between the teams to just four points.

This was only the third time the Kodiaks have beaten the Lakers (the others were in 2017 and 2019). All three of their wins have come on Lakers turf.

“It’s a tough time for us. Our best players were not our best players tonight. We need to stick to our roles,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “The guy are frustrated. They’re disappointed. We’re searching for answers within ourselves.”

Peterborough led 2-0 halfway through the first period, but Cobourg scored three late goals for the lead after the opening frame. They led 4-2 when Taite Cattoni’s second goal of the game finally broke a 20 minute-plus scoring drought. Ten seconds after Trent University grad Curtis Romanchych made it 6-3 Kodiaks on a fast-break goal, Thomas Hoggarth got a pass from Jake Withers off the faceoff and got one back. David Anderson replied for Cobourg but the Lakers took advantage of a shorthanded fast break with Withers finding Matt Gilray with the long pass.

Cattoni scored his third just 45 second into the third, on the same shorthanded opportunity. Hoggarth tied the game 7-7 5:35 into the period. Though it felt like the Lakers had turned a corner, it was Cobourg who scored the next two goals. Alex Marinier put in a shot from the right side and then Jake Harrington’s game winner came on a shorthanded crease dive. Cattoni added a highlight-reel marker to end the night, picking up a rebound and shooting from nearly behind the goal line, but the Lakers couldn’t find another equalizer.

“We have to look at ourselves in the mirror and come back focused and ready to… commit to each other, trust each other and play our best because there are no easy games in this league,” Hasen said. “We have to consistently take that next step. We took steps on Tuesday, and tonight there were good moments, but overall we took a step back.”

Jackson Brown made 44 saves for Cobourg, while Drew Hutchison suffered the loss for Peterborough with 33 saves. Brock Haley led Cobourg with a pair of goals and six assists.

The Kodiaks are coached by former Lakers bench boss Joe Sullivan, and the lineup features several former Lakers, Trent University grads and members of the ALL's Peterborough Timbermen, as well as local players Riley Morgan and Tommy Collins.

The Lakers are off for the week, which Hasen said can only help.

“The guys need to step away a little bit and take a personal account, and come back fresh and excited and ready to play.”

On a happier note, the Lakers wore special Canada-themed jerseys that were auctioned off at the game in support of the Peterborough Regional Health Centre Foundation. Over $4,000 was raised through both a silent auction during the game and live auction after the game. Holden Cattoni’s game-worn jersey fetched the highest winning bid at $700.

The Lakers return to the Memorial Centre next Thursday, July 3 for Country Night. Wear your best cowboy hats and boots and get in the country spirit! Tickets for that game are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Taite Cattoni (4-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-4)

Joe Resetarits (1-1)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Jake Withers (0-2)

Mike Robinson (0-2)

Brad McCulley (0-1)

Dylan Hutchison (0-1)

Ben Trumble (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Lakers Can't Get Past First-Place Chiefs

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 02:48:38 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers’ record fell to 7-3 Tuesday night following a 9-6 loss to the Six Nations Chiefs at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena. It’s the Lakers second consecutive loss after falling to Brooklin last Thursday at home. The Chiefs improve their first place standing with a 9-1 record.

Though the Lakers wanted a better outcome, Tuesday’s contest was an exciting game for lacrosse lovers. Peterborough led 3-2 after the first period, Six Nations led 6-4 after the second, and after the Chiefs extended their lead to 8-4 in the third, the Lakers made a late push with a pair of goals.

Chiefs’ goaltender Doug Jamieson stood on his head, stopping 42 shots. He made multiple consecutive saves as the Lakers pushed for resets. Ryan Smith led the Chiefs with a hat trick, while Ian MacKay and Shayne Jackson scored two each.

Joe Resetarits led the Lakers with a hat trick and one assist including a nifty crease dive in the second period. Holden Cattoni had a pair of goals and Brad McCulley, returning to the lineup after a one-game suspension for fighting, one. Nick Rose made 37 saves.

Both teams were disciplined, each receiving only two power play opportunities, although the Chiefs did score on two delayed penalties.

The Lakers return to the Memorial Centre this Thursday, June 26 to host the Cobourg Kodiaks during a Canada Day celebration. Fans are asked to wear their best red and white outfits to match the Lakers, who will be wearing special Canada jerseys, to be auctioned off following the game in support of the PRHC Foundation’s $60 million Campaign. Tickets for that game are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Joe Resetarits (3-1)

Holden Cattoni (2-1)

Brad McCulley (1-0)

Braedon Saris (0-2)

Taite Cattoni (0-2)

Austin Hasen (0-1)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Photos by Andrew Van Every @andrew_vaneverymedia

Lakers Can't Overcome Difficult Second Period

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:45:06 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers fell to third place in the MSL standings Thursday night with a 13-9 loss to the Brooklin Lacrosse Club at the Memorial Centre.

Their record stands at 7-2, exactly halfway through their regular season schedule.

Peterborough led 3-2 after the first period and 4-2 one minute into the second, but Brooklin found a second gear and rattled off six goals in a row for an 8-4 lead after 40 minutes.

That’s when “it got a little ugly,” said Adam Thistlethwaite. “It got away from us there.”

The teams combined for 140 penalty minutes including eight majors and six misconducts including numerous stoppages in play. Thomas Hoggarth fought Darryl Robertson in the third period and will face an automatic one-game suspension.

“I’ll give Hoggarth a shoutout there,” said Thistlethwaite, who had a front row seat to the tilt. “He’s an [offensive] guy, he just got grabbed there in the corner. That’s unacceptable, but he’s a big guy, he handled himself, got his arm free and started feeding him uppercuts. Guy ended up on his back, head against the boards so I think he regretted taking a grab at Thomas Hoggarth there.”

Along with the physical fight, Peterborough showed some emotional fight in the third, tallying five goals after being held scoreless for over 25 minutes. The crowd roared for two consecutive goals off of Jake Withers’ faceoff wins, one he took himself, putting the ball in with a twister, and the other winning to Matt Gilray, who dashed in and went high on Zach Higgins.

“We need to stay focused on the end goal,” said Thistlethwaite. “When you see things get messy in the game, you want to support your teammates through those rough spots and help them stay focused on the end goal of the game. You don’t like to see teammates being taken advantage of. We try to score goals for each other, for the city.”

Sean Westley led Brooklin with four goals and five assists for a nine-point night. Westley is NLL teammates with Holden Cattoni and Dylan Hutchison in the winter on the Las Vegas Desert Dogs. As much respect as he has for the pair, he was happy to have beaten them Thursday night.

“I might shoot them a text, they’re great dudes so maybe some fun chirping,” Westley chuckled. “They’re great guys and they’ve been on this team a long time and they know how to win so it was nice to beat them tonight. It’s a tight league this year, everyone’s playing everybody close. Six Nations is the top dog and the team everyone’s trying to beat and knock off. It’s pretty close across the league so every night you have to bring it and come in to fight and take it one game at a time.”

The Lakers are on the road Tuesday in Six Nations to face those first place Chiefs. They return to the Memorial Centre next Thursday, June 26 to host the Cobourg Kodiaks on PRHC Night for a Canada Day celebration.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Taite Cattoni (1-3)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Austin Hasen (1-1)
Jake Withers (1-1)

Mike Robinson (1-1)

Braedon Saris (1-1)

Holden Cattoni (1-1)

Dustyn Birkhof (1-0)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

PHOTOS BY DAVID PICKERING @PICS_PICKS

One-Goal Win Over Rock

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:05:45 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers moved to 7-1 on the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse campaign Monday night with a 7-6 win over the Oakville Rock at the Toronto Rock Athletic Centre. It avenged the Lakers earlier 9-7 home floor loss to Oakville and evened the season series one game apiece.

Seven different scorers found the back of the net and beat Oakville goaltender Landon Kells. Nick Rose was again solid in goal and made a whopping 52 saves for the Lakers.

Peterborough was leading 5-3 in the third period, but Oakville rattled off three goals in a row to take a 6-5 lead. Taite Cattoni found a lane through traffic to tie the game with 3:56 left to play. Newly acquired forward Braedon Saris scored the game winner with 2:15 left on the clock, and added two assists in the second period.

“It was really cool playing with a lot of guys I’ve watched during the winters and kinda learned from and watched how they play,” Saris said. “They made it easy and luckily I was able to get the last one and get the win. I want to get better as a player and learn from all [my teammates] and coaches and hopefully take a run at it and win a championship.”

The third period also featured a spirited bout between Brad McCulley and Phil Mazzuca.

The Lakers return to the Memorial Centre this Thursday, June 19 to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club on Sport A Rainbow Night. Tickets for that game are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office, and fans can save $12 per ticket by using the promo code “rainbow.”

Scoring for the Lakers:

Thomas Hoggarth (1-3)

Mike Robinson (1-2)

Braeden Saris (1-2)

Joe Resetarits (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (1-0)

Austin Hasen (1-0)

Brad McCulley (1-0)

Adam Thistlethwaite (0-2)

Nick Rose (0-2)

Dylan Hutchison (0-1)

Ben Trumble (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor unless otherwise noted

Lakers Acquire Braedon Saris

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 03:47:44 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers made a trade on Sunday, acquiring righty forward Braedon Saris from the Cobourg Kodiaks in exchange for Tommy Collins and Brampton’s third-round draft pick in 2026.

From Burlington, the 23-year-old Saris is a graduate of the Jr. A Blaze where he helped the team win the 2023 Minto Cup alongside Deacan Knott and Ben Trumble.

During his junior career, Saris scored 240 points in 55 games (112 goals, 128 assists).

Last season with Cobourg, Saris recorded 13 goals and 30 assists in 14 games while recording zero penalty minutes. He has played two games this season recording four assists. The 6’3, 205 lb. attackman just finished his senior year at Princeton University.

Saris fills a hole on the Lakers’ right side with Koleton Marquis joining his hometown Kahnawake Mohawks in Sr. B for the season.

Saris will join the Lakers Monday night in Oakville for their game against the Rock; the game can be seen on YourTV beginning at 7:30 p.m. The Lakers return to the Memorial Centre on Thursday, June 19 to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club on Sport a Rainbow Night. Tickets for that game are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Thursday is Sport a Rainbow Night!

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 03:44:25 GMT

The Peterborough Lakers are proud to present “Sport A Rainbow Night,” happening Thursday, June 19 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre as the Lakers face off against the Brooklin Lacrosse Club. Game time is 8:00 p.m.

This special theme night, presented by Circul-Air Corp, celebrates inclusion, diversity and community unity through the power of sport. Fans are encouraged to show their colours and stand with the Lakers in promoting a welcoming and respectful environment for all.

There will be a silent auction that includes Petes & Lakers jerseys. Donations for Sport a Rainbow will be accepted at the game, with proceeds used to offer a diverse and inclusive Multi-Sport Camp for 14-18 year olds right here in Peterborough.

To make the night even more accessible, fans can enjoy $12 off tickets using the promo code “rainbow” at the Grant Thornton Memorial Centre Box Office or online at www.memorialcentre.ca . Tickets are on sale now.

“We’re excited to host Brooklin in what promises to be another great lacrosse matchup,” said Pete Dalliday, Director of Community Engagement. “But more importantly, we’re proud to partner with Circul-Air Corp and Sport A Rainbow to highlight the importance of inclusion in our sport and our city.”

Don’t miss this opportunity to cheer on hometown stars like Jake Withers and Colton Armstrong, support a great cause and be part of a powerful community message.

Visit the Sport a Rainbow website at https://sportarainbow.ca to make a donation or take the pledge to eradicate hateful language in sport.

Masters Dance Team Debuts to Raucous Applause

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 01:53:20 GMT

Last week the Lakers Dance Team introduced their Masters team – a new division for folks over who are 50 years old and over who still have that itch to move! The group was coordinated and coached by Lori and Brittany, members of the Lakers Dance Team themselves, with support from fellow teammate Natalie, a local Zumba instructor who teaches most of the women in the group.

The Masters team debuted during the first intermission of the June 5 game, rocking out with their pom poms to Lou Bega’s Mambo No. 5. They got a raucous round of applause from an appreciative crowd!

Afterwards, we caught up with Diane, the eldest member of the Masters team, to see how it went.

Diane: I’ll be 75 on July the 23 ^rd!

Anna: Oh wow, incredible! What made you want to join the dance team?

Diane: I go to Zumba at Goodlife. The instructor is very, very inspirational, full of energy and it's like, you know what, if you don't use it, you lose it. So the whole thing is “go have a good time.” My grandkids think I’m the coolest nanny!

Anna: I hope I'm still able to dance at 75! This is dream, to be able to keep on using your body for joyful movement, right?

Diane: It is, especially if you love music. I'm married to an Irishman as well ,so it's like… you're not just tapping your foot, stomping and so. I don't really act like I'm almost 75. I get right down with my grandkids, and we roll around. We were playing UNO the other night and I'm like “Caleb, you're cheating.” “I'm not cheating!” “Oh yes you are cheating and nanny’s gonna go home!” Anyways, I’m doing all the talking.

Anna: That’s totally okay! How did you find the experience out there? You guys got a huge ovation!

Diane: Oh you know what, Peterborough is a wonderful community. It's so blessed with its athletics. And again, I'm the nanny who is at my granddaughter’s rugby game and she goes “Nana, I know you're here but I don't have to hear your voice!” It was really through our Natalie Wittick who is the Zumba instructor at Goodlife and she just encouraged people, if you're interested, try out. And then the rest is like a great camaraderie. You have faith in what you're doing and if you mess up, who cares?

Lakers Beat Excelsiors in Overtime

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 06:05:18 GMT

It took overtime, but the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are back in the win column after defeating the Brampton Excelsiors 10-9 Thursday night at Memorial Arena. The Lakers record moves to 6-1-0 which puts them back in first place in the Major Series Lacrosse standings.

Joe Resetarits had two goals in the third period including the game-tying goal before scoring the game winner in overtime.

“We’ve all been in these games before; we just had to gut it out. They played a great game again,” Resetarits said, referencing the Lakers’ slim 6-5 win over Brampton two weeks ago in Peterborough. “(Riley) Hutchcraft played another great game. They’re fast, they put the pressure on us and they capitalized on their power [play]. We kept our composure as much as we could for those first two periods, lot of veteran players been in these situations in NLL, summer, so the experience took over.”

Both the tying goal and the winner were scored on power plays, a poetic end to a game that started the same way but saw the Lakers in a 3-0 hole early.

The Lakers were penalized 31 seconds into the game after Dustyn Birkhof laid a solid check on a player during a loose ball scrum. Two minors followed for Brad McCulley, and an unsportsmanlike conduct to Holden Cattoni, all in the first 12 minutes of the game. Carter Page scored the lone Lakers’ goal in the first period.

Eric Ward’s goal 3:38 into the second put Brampton up 4-1 on a delayed penalty. Peterborough began chipping away at the lead, with McCulley, Matt Gilray and Birkhof, on a fast break for his first as a Laker, evening it up with six minutes left. But on the ensuing faceoff, Brampton got one back, then piled on two more for a 7-4 lead. Austin Hasen threw a no-look behind-the-back shot past Riley Hutchcraft to escape the second period down just two.

Brampton kicked off the third with another power play goal, but another three-goal run from Peterborough tied the game 8-8. Taite Cattoni, Resetarits and Hasen, with his second of the game, scored. Once again Brampton quickly took their lead back, with Finlay Thomson scoring his second of the game.

Ten seconds into a power play earned after taking a slash fighting for the ball, Resetarits tied the game 9-9. Brampton captain Connor McClelland took another slashing penalty in overtime and a hard shot from Resetarits ended it.

“Just glad to finally have them go in. For two periods I couldn’t get one to go through,” Resetarits said. “He made some nice saves. Just gotta shoot to get hot. Thankfully they went in. I don’t care how they went in or who scored them, as long as we came out with the win.”

Brampton ended up scoring on four of their eight power play opportunities, while Peterborough went two-for-five. Drew Hutchison played well down the stretch and squared up to every shot in the latter part of the third period and overtime. Finlay Thomson led Brampton with a pair of goals and five assists.

The Lakers have the weekend off but are back in action Monday, June 16 for a rematch with the Rock in Oakville. That game can be seen on YourTV. They return to the Memorial Centre on Thursday, June 19 to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club. Tickets for that game are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Joe Resetarits (3-1)

Austin Hasen (2-0)

Taite Cattoni (1-1)

Dustyn Birkhof (1-1)

Matt Gilray (1-1)

Brad McCulley (1-0)

Carter Page (1-0)

Holden Cattoni (0-4)

Cam Milligan (0-3)

Mike Robinson (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor

Win Streak Snapped at 5 Games

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:39:41 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers had their five-game win streak snapped on Thursday night with a 9-7 loss to the Oakville Rock at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

After going back and forth for the first 40 minutes, Peterborough led 7-6 in the third period. Tyler Hendrycks tied the game on an outside shot before Sam Leclair’s second goal of the the game gave Oakville a one-goal lead. Leclair scooped up a loose ball on the crease after Rose stopped the initial shot. Neither Rose nor the Lakers’ defence saw the ball just sitting there and couldn’t recover in time.

“We have to be more energetic on the floor, on the bench, getting on and off the floor, playing tougher D, pushing some guys around in the offensive end and putting the ball in the net,” said defender Mitch Ogilvie after a lengthy post-game team meeting. “Definitely not what we wanted and we’ll be better for next game.”

Ogilvie returned to the floor for the first time since sustaining a concussion in the 2024 playoffs. He missed the entire NLL season.

He had an early break away in the game after Dustyn Birkhof caused a turnover at centre, but was stopped by Oakville goaltender Landon Kells.

“(I was thinking) don’t fall. I didn’t fall. Definitely not a good shot though,” Ogilvie said, adding it would have been a nice way to mark his comeback. “Especially on Kells, I grew up playing with him my whole junior career and in senior. Would have been nice to bury one on him but he played a hell of a game.”

Kells returned to Peterborough for the first time since he was traded for Rose and played a strong game in stopping 47 shots. He kept the Lakers off the board for the first 10 minutes of the game and only allowed a pair of goals by the end of the first period. In addition to Ogilvie, he also made a transition stop on Colton Armstrong and robbed Thoma Hoggarth point blank. He and Rose went save for save in the first which ended tied 2-2.

Joe Resetarits waited until he was nearly behind the goal line before tucking the ball far-side past Kells to open the scoring. Brad McCulley had the period’s other Lakers goal, scoring despite being handcuffed by a defender.

Oakville led 6-4 after the second period. Thomas Hoggarth had a pair of highlight-reel goals for the Lakers in the frame, first getting in close and scoring with a high-placed shot and then driving across the crease for the second. Taite Cattoni’s spin shot goal was also impressive.

Making their Laker debuts were brothers Broedie and Dustyn Birkof, acquired via trade this week with Cobourg. The brothers, who are known to be tough customers on the floor, were born and raised in Peterborough and were thrilled to finally wear the hometown logo.

“It was awesome. The fans here are great,” enthused Dustyn, the younger brother at age 24. “Growing up in this town, it’s a dream come true. I’ve always wanted to play for the Lakers so it’s nice to finally do it and having my big brother here beside me makes everything better.”

Broedie, 31-years-old, called the moment surreal, especially considering that the brothers’ reputations for occasionally taking undisciplined penalties preceeded them.

“Going from public enemy number one or two-ish, being here now and having the fans cheer for us is pretty cool,” he said.

Neither brother saw the penalty box in their first game, and each played tough but disciplined.

“It’s bringing the tenacity and physicality to the game that people do like,” explained Broedie. “But now obviously having the Lakers jersey on and dishing that out to other teams is probably something the team will like a little bit more. For us it’s staying composed and staying within the rules. We can’t put our team at a deficit.”

The Lakers' next two games are on the road: Next Thursday, June 12 for a date with the Brampton Excelsiors at Memorial Arena in Brampton and Monday, June 16 for a rematch with the Rock in Oakville. They don’t return to the PMC until Thursday, June 19 to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club. Tickets for that game are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

NOTES: Limited Edition Canada Day jerseys are now on sale at the Petes’ store in person and online. These jerseys must be pre-ordered and if you want to personalize the jersey with a player’s name, they must be ordered by Monday, June 9. Jerseys are $110 each and available in youth and adult sizes. The Lakers will wear these special jerseys during their June 26 game.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Joe Resetarits (2-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-0)

Holden Cattoni (1-3)

Brad McCulley (1-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-1)

Austin Hasen (0-3)

Mike Robinson (0-1)

Carter Page (0-1)

Photos by David Pickering @picks_pics and Sam Hossack @samhossackmedia

Lakers Acquire Birkhof Brothers

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 01:14:59 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers added some toughness to their defence on Wednesday, acquiring Peterborough natives Broedie and Dustyn Birkhof from the Cobourg Kodiaks.

“Broedie and Dustyn are two players that are tough to play against, and we’re excited for them to get on the floor with us and be great lacrosse players,” said Lakers head coach and general manager Mike Hasen. “We were also looking for a presence that will keep things honest and help diffuse situations during a heated game before it escalates - both have that ability as well.”

The 31-year-old Broedie has had stints in the MSL with Cobourg and Six Nations, while also suiting up for several Arena Lacrosse League teams including the Peterborough Timbermen in their inaugural season. Off the floor, he’s the strength and conditioning coach for the CFL’s Ottawa RedBlacks and formerly worked with the Peterborough Petes.

Twenty-four-year-old Dustyn is coming off his rookie NLL season, where he got into four games with the Ottawa Black Bears. Last season he played 13 games for Cobourg, scoring twice and recording 43 penalty minutes. This season he has two goals, one assist and 25 penalty minutes in three games.

In exchange for the brothers, the Lakers have sent defencemen Andrew Vradenburg, Cole Begley and Payton Tasse to the Kodiaks. Tasse joins his father Jason, an assistant coach for the team.

The teams also swapped picks, with the Lakers receiving Brampton’s third-round draft pick in 2026 in exchange for Brampton’s second-round pick.

The 5-0 Lakers are back at the Peterborough Memorial Centre this Thursday, June 5 at 8 p.m. to host Landon Kells and the Oakville Rock. Tickets are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Winning Weekend for Lakeshow

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 04:57:50 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers picked up two more wins this weekend to move to 5-0 on the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse campaign. Saturday night the Lakers won 13-10 over the Owen Sound North Stars at Meaford-St. Vincent Community Centre and Sunday evening 13-6 over the Cobourg Kodiaks at the Cobourg Community Centre.

It wraps up a stretch of three games in four days for the Lakers, who also won 6-5 over Brampton at home on Thursday.

“Three games in three days; my body will be sore tomorrow, but it was a lot of fun,” said rookie defender Frank Coyle, who didn’t play Thursday, but suited up Friday night for the Sr. B Ennismore James Gang. Saturday was his debut MSL game, and he scored his first MSL goal.

“I got sent out for one offensive shift,” the Jr. A Lakers graduate chuckled. “I set an off-ball pick for (Austin) Hasen and turned around and Taite (Cattoni) had thrown me the ball. I closed my eyes, threw it at the net and it went in.”

Missing a number of veterans to prior commitments, the Lakers floored a lineup two runners short with five Jr. A Laker callups in Owen Sound (Curtis Ward, Seven Gillingham, Carter Frost, Dylan Lee and Grant Ramsey). Several regular came back for Sunday’s game, making Nate Sage the only Jr. A callup in the lineup. Sage scored his first two MSL goals with one assist.

"A lot of those guys that played in Owen Sound were my junior teammates," said Coyle, when asked if he felt a responsibility to lead despite being a rookie. Coyle wore an A for the Jr. A's last season. "I wanted to help them out with making the transition too, just trying to tell them to communicate as much as possible and it’s okay to make mistakes as long as you’re going hard."

Saturday, the Lakers had a 7-5 lead after the second period before Owen Sound roared back to start the third with a five-goal run. The Lakers rallied and ended the game with their own six-goal run. Hasen, Mike Robinson, Brad McCulley, Carter Page and Curtis Ward each had two goals. The North Stars were led by Jackson Webster’s nine points (3G, 6A) and a hat trick by Tanner Buck. Kaleb Martin took the loss in goal.

Sunday, it was a low-scoring affair until the Lakers, leading 6-4, broke the dam open in the third period, once again scoring six goals in the final frame. McCulley, Page, Koleton Marquis and Sage each scored twice. The shorthanded Kodiaks got a pair of goals from captain Aaron Woods and three assists from Alex Marinier. Jackson Brown suffered the loss, making 50 saves. Shots in the arena were 63-51 in favour of the Lakers.

Drew Hutchison played both games on the weekend, with Nick Rose backing up Saturday and Deacan Knott Sunday. Hutchison made 45 saves on Sunday.

“He’s a great goalie, he makes a D guy’s job easy,” Coyle praised. “You can mess up and rely on him to steal some. It’s pretty easy playing in front of him.”

The Lakers are back at the Peterborough Memorial Centre this Thursday, June 5 at 8 p.m. to host Landon Kells and the Oakville Rock. Tickets are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Saturday Scoring for the Lakers:

Austin Hasen (2-3)

Mike Robinson (2-2)

Brad McCulley (2-1)

Carter Page (2-1)

Curtis Ward (2-0)

Colton Armstrong (1-1)

Frank Coyle (1-1)

Payton Tasse (1-0)

Cam Milligan (0-6)

Taite Cattoni (0-3)

Sunday Scoring for the Lakers:

Brad McCulley (2-2)

Carter Page (2-2)

Nate Sage (2-1)

Koleton Marquis (2-0)

Cam Milligan (1-4)

Austin Hasen (1-4)

Mike Robinson (1-4)

Dylan Hutchison (1-0)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (0-4)

Cole Begley (0-1)

Photos by Anna Taylor unless otherwise noted.

Lakers Move to 3-0 to Start Busy Weekend

Fri, 30 May 2025 07:19:08 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers moved to 3-0 on the young Major Series Lacrosse season Thursday with a close 6-5 win over the Brampton Excelsiors.

“Truthfully, we got outplayed tonight on all aspects of the floor,” said forward Joe Resetarits, who played his first game of the season. Resetarits contributed a goal and two assists in his debut. “If it wasn’t for Rosey, I don’t think we would have been in that game.”

The Lakers struggled offensively and had three goals called off for being in the crease, but their defence locked things down, allowing just five goals. In his two games, starting goaltender Nick Rose has averaged an incredible goals-against average of 5.5.

Austin Hasen opened the scoring with the goal of the year so far. Shorthanded, he caught Koleton Marquis’ behind-the-back blind pass in front of the net and stuffed the ball in up high with only one hand.

“Honestly, all credit to Marquis with that pass there, he put it right on my stick, I didn’t really have to move it,” Hasen said. “Luckily, I got [Brampton goalie Riley Hutchcraft] over the shoulder there on a good one. It’s something you mess around with all the time as a lacrosse player, growing up, you throw a one handed shot all the time in practice. It was the only shot I could have taken at that point and shorthanded we might as well take a chance on it.”

Thirty-three seconds after Riley Delill tied it for Brampton (debatable – the side view replay from Cogeco didn’t show it clearly crossing the line), Resetarits tiptoed the crease and shot far side after getting a step on a defender.

Briley Maxwell tied the game with a shot through traffic at 4:45 of the second. Mike Robinson got the only other marker of the period, slipping the ball through Hutchcraft’s led side on the power play with 4:54 remaining to send the Lakers to the third with a 3-2 lead.

James Whiteford and Thomas Hoggarth traded goals in the third. Brampton’s Nate Ruff tied the game 4-4 on a two-on-one. Robinson’s second of the game gave the Lakers the lead back, and Colton Armstrong’s transition finish off a play including Brad McCulley and Matt Gilray was the game winner. Brampton got one more to close the gap to a single goal with 1:43 left.

“We found a way. It wasn’t pretty,” said Resetarits. “We have to be better offensively. Sometimes goals aren’t going to drop for you. Hutchcraft played a hell of a game.”

Making their debuts on defence for the Lakers were rookies Cole Begley and Chris Harland.

The Lakers collected donations of non-perishable items for Kawartha Food Share at each entrance and also presented KFS general manager Ashlee Aitken with a cheque for $1000.

It’s a busy weekend for the Lakers, who are on the road Saturday to Owen Sound (playing in Meaford) and Sunday in Cobourg. There is no broadcast for Saturday's game, though Sunday's will be available as usual on YourTV.

Hasen said the focus is now on Saturday.

“We’ll use tomorrow as a recovery day, especially with two concrete floors in Owen Sound and Cobourg back-to-back its going to be a lot on our bodies… We have to get ready and hydrate and be ready to go.”

The Lakers are back at the PMC next Thursday, June 5 at 8 p.m. to host the Oakville Rock. Tickets are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Mike Robinson (2-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-2)

Austin Hasen (1-1)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Brad McCulley (0-2)

Holden Cattoni (0-2)

Koleton Marquis (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Taite Cattoni (0-1)

Photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

Thursday's Game in Support of Kawartha Food Share

Wed, 28 May 2025 00:33:55 GMT

The Peterborough Lakers are back in action this Thursday night at 8:00 p.m. at the Memorial Centre as they host the Brampton Excelsiors. The Lakers are off to a strong start this season with a 2-0 record, and they’re looking to keep the momentum going in front of the hometown crowd.

This game is proudly presented by Activity Haven and will also feature a special salute to all Peterborough Minor Lacrosse Association (PMLA) rep Lakers teams before the game.

In the spirit of giving back, Thursday’s game is also in support of Kawartha Food Share . Fans are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to donate at the door to help support local families in need.

Come cheer on your Lakers, support minor lacrosse, and help make a difference in our community!

Lakers Beat Chiefs in Home Opener

Fri, 23 May 2025 07:59:08 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers made a statement in their 2025 Major Series Lacrosse home opener with a 7-6 win over the defending Mann Cup champion Six Nations Chiefs. It was the Chiefs first regular season loss since June 22, 2023 (also a loss to Peterborough, 9-8 at the Memorial Centre).

The Chiefs beat the Lakers in last year’s MSL Finals before going on to defeat the Victoria Shamrocks to win their second consecutive Mann Cup.

The Lakers were coming off a game Wednesday night in Whitby, 13-10 over the Brooklin Lacrosse Club. The Chiefs beat the Brampton Excelsiors on Monday night 8-4.

“Any wins early in the season against [any team is] big. They’re the benchmark, the back-to-back Mann Cup champs with a pretty incredible roster they have there,” said new Lakers goaltender Nick Rose. “We know we have to get better come August. To start off the season with two wins is a great week, but there’s a lot ahead for us.”

The Lakers and Chiefs traded shorthanded goals to open the scoring. Ryan Smith scored for the Chiefs, and Brad McCulley got his first goal at the Memorial Centre, hammering home Koleton Marquis’ cross-floor pass. Taite Cattoni put the Lakers up 2-1 before the first period ended, redirecting Thomas Hoggarth’s pass into the net.

Dawson Theede tied the game 2-2, picking up his own rebound and scoring underhand. Koleton Marquis put the Lakers back up, picking up a rebound in front of the goal and beating a flailing Doug Jamieson. Lyle Thompson and Randy Staats scored back-to-back to give the Chiefs a 4-3 lead. Mike Robinson’s first of the season tied it 4-4 on a five-on-three powerplay. Tyson Bell got a buzzer beater into an empty net to give Six Nations a 5-4 lead after the second.

Holden Cattoni scored 59 seconds into the third period for a 5-5 tie. Six Nations took one more lead when Davin Bomberry scored his first MSL goal, but Robinson’s second goal tied it 6-6 as he scored an underhand rocket from the restraining line. Holden Cattoni picked up the game winner on a power play, bullying his way through a crowd in front of the net. Nick Rose, who made 38 saves in his Lakers’ debut, shut the door for the final 8:34.

“We came with a purpose,” said Rose. “Most of the boys played last night, so a little tired but I think some of the fresh legs, myself included, brought a little energy and tried to really dig in for the guys that went back-to-back.”

Rose, a former foe of the Lakers, was glad to be on the other side the floor for the first time.

"It was fun. Being on the other side in this building is electric, obviously a great fan base and amazing arena to play in and glad we could help them out with a win. It was nice to get comfortable quick. Any time fans are cheering for you instead of booing you, it’s always a good feeling and lets you settle in a little bit. My teammates let me settle in and gave me the shots I wanted to see."

The Chiefs had six different goal scorers. Randy Staats contributed three assists. Doug Jamieson made 38 saves in the loss.

Before the third period, team president Ted Higgins and captain Robert Hope presented Chiefs' captain Cody Jamieson with a cheque for $1,088. Jamieson's 14-year-old son Konnor is battling with osteosarcoma and the funds will go towards his treatment and new prosthetic leg. Read more at https://www.gofundme.com/f/konnors-journey .

The Lakers have the week off; they return to the Memorial Centre next Thursday, May 29, at 8 p.m. to host the 0-1 Brampton Excelsiors. Tickets are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Mike Robinson (2-0)

Koleton Marquis (1-2)

Brad McCulley (1-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-3)

Carter Page (0-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-0)

Holden Cattoni (2-3)

Photos by David Pickering @picks_pics

Lakers Win Season Opener Over Brooklin

Thu, 22 May 2025 05:46:05 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers opened up their 2025 Major Series Lacrosse campaign with a 13-10 win over the Brooklin Lacrosse Club at Iroquois Park Sports Centre on Wednesday night.

Featuring a mixed roster of youth and veteran players, the Lakers struck early and often against Brooklin, leading 4-1 after the first and 11-4 after the second.

Holden Cattoni led offensively with a pair of goals and six assists. Carter Page, recently back from the PLL, scored twice and added two assists. Brad McCulley picked up a goal and an assist in his Lakers debut. Mike Robinson recorded three assists in his return to the Lakers after a year in the PLL.

Rookies playing in the season opener included Payton Tasse and Jr. A grad Ben Trumble, with Michael Blaymires, Chris Harland and Cole Begley taking part in warmups.

Drew Hutchison made 37 saves in his first start of the season, backed up by Deacan Knott. Nick Rose was with the Jr. A Orangeville Northmen, of which he is the general manager. Rose is expected to start in the Lakers’ home opener.

Taggart Clark led Brooklin with a hat trick, while captain Connor Kearnan had one goal and five assists. Lucas Coote allowed 10 goals on 30 shots before giving way to Ryan Schuetzkowski in the Brooklin goal. He stopped 19 of 22 shots.

The Lakers have no time to rest; they host the defending Mann Cup champion Six Nations Chiefs Thursday evening at the Memorial Centre in their 2025 home opener. Single-game seats are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Holden Cattoni (2-6)

Carter Page (2-2)

Austin Hasen (2-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-3)

Koleton Marquis (1-1)

Brad McCulley (1-1)

Dylan Hutchison (1-1)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Mike Robinson (0-3)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Roster Bolstered with Return of Local Players and New Additions

Sun, 18 May 2025 02:51:58 GMT

HOMETOWN HEAT: Armstrong. Hutchison. Robinson! Built for Peterborough.

The Peterborough Lakers are thrilled to announce the re-signing of three local standouts—Mike Robinson, Drew Hutchison and Colton Armstrong—all returning home after a stellar season with the Halifax Thunderbirds, where they helped the team reach the NLL Semifinals.

These aren’t just elite athletes—they’re Peterborough-born players who cut their teeth on local floors, watched the Lakers from the stands, and now suit up to carry on the legacy.

Mike Robinson, with his scoring touch and offensive IQ, is a constant threat up front and gives the Lakers another dynamic weapon in the lineup. Robinson finished third in rookie scoring this past season in the NLL and currently leads all rookies in post-season scoring with 12 points. Robinson returns to his hometown team after spending last summer under contract with the Premier Lacrosse League’s Boston Cannons. Welcome back, Mike!
Drew Hutchison, a rising star between the pipes, had a breakout year in Halifax and now brings his cool confidence to his hometown crease.
Colton Armstrong brings defensive tenacity and leadership. A rugged, smart player who never backs down, Armstrong adds grit to the Lakers’ back end and does it with a flair for highlight-reel transition goals.

Their journey through the pros and NLL playoff experience brings skill, intensity and momentum back to the Lakers as they gear up for another championship push.

In other news, the Lakers signed forward Brad McCulley and traded for defender Warren Jeffrey from Brampton.

McCulley, 28, hails from Victoria, BC where he previously played for the Victoria Shamrocks in the Western Lacrosse Association. He and the Shamrocks competed for the 2024 Mann Cup against Six Nations.

McCulley spent the latter half of the 2025 NLL season on the practice roster of the Rochester Knighthawks under the tutelage of Lakers’ head coach Mike Hasen. He previously played for the Vancouver Warriors and Buffalo Bandits, helping the Bandits win the 2023 NLL Cup.

The former first-round draft pick has scored 20 goals and 36 assists for 56 points in 26 career NLL games.

The Lakers announced Friday they had made a trade with the Excelsiors for Jeffrey, a 6'3", 225lb bruising defender, for the 2025 season. Peterborough also receives their own 5th round in 2026 back from Brampton. Going Brampton's way is a 2nd round pick in 2026. Jeffrey's rights revert to the Excelsiors for the 2026 season.

Single-game seats to see these players are now on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office at the Memorial Centre. The Lakers kick off the regular season on Wednesday, visiting the Brooklin Lacrosse Club in Whitby before hosting the defending champion Six Nations Chiefs on Thursday in the home opener.

Lakers and PRHC Foundation Team Up in Support of $60 Million Campaign

Mon, 12 May 2025 20:31:58 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are proud to partner with the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) Foundation in support of the $60 million Campaign for PRHC – the largest fundraising effort in the foundation’s and hospital’s history.

“The Lakers are all about community, and there’s nothing more ‘community’ than supporting our regional hospital,” said Lakers board member Len Powers. “PRHC is the heartbeat of the Peterborough region. It’s where our families turn in moments of greatest need.”

The campaign aims to empower world-class care close to home, attract top healthcare professionals, and address urgent hospital needs. With $52.9 million already raised , the Lakers are the latest campaign ambassadors to join donors, fundraisers and supporters in our generous community working hard to score a $60 million victory for healthcare in our region.

Throughout the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse season, the PRHC Foundation will be visible at Lakers home games, sharing stories and inviting fans to get involved. Limited edition Lakers merchandise will be sold, with proceeds supporting the campaign. Details will be released at a later date.

A special PRHC Family Night is set for Thursday, June 26 , when the Lakers host the Cobourg Kodiaks. PRHC staff and volunteers will receive a promo code for discounted tickets. In honour of Canada Day, the Lakers will wear Canadian-themed jerseys during the game. The jerseys will be auctioned off after the match, with all proceeds benefiting the campaign.

“We’re excited to team up with a championship organization like the Lakers,” said PRHC Foundation President & CEO, Lesley Heighway. “They represent dedication, heart, and excellence – just like our hospital. We know how strongly this region rallies around the Lakeshow and PRHC. Together, we can help reimagine healthcare.”

Tickets on Sale May 15!

Mon, 12 May 2025 04:19:06 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are excited to announce that single game tickets for the 2025 regular season will go on sale beginning Thursday, May 15 at 9:30 a.m. This is an update from the previously announced May 19.

Fans can purchase tickets in person at the Grant Thornton Box Office located at the Peterborough Memorial Centre, or conveniently online through www.memorialcentre.ca . Tickets can also be ordered by phone by calling 705-743-3561.

This season promises another action-packed summer of Major Series Lacrosse, starting with Rivalry Night on Thursday, May 22, when the Lakers host the Six Nations Chiefs. With a full slate of exciting theme nights, special promotions and fierce competition on the floor, fans are encouraged to grab their tickets early to avoid missing out.

Season Ticket Renewal Deadline Extended; Season Tickets Available to All Fans

Fri, 02 May 2025 02:52:58 GMT

The Peterborough Lakers have extended the deadline for season ticket renewals to Tuesday, May 6 at 5 p.m., giving current ticket holders a final chance to secure their seats for the upcoming Major Series Lacrosse season.

At the same time, season tickets are now available to the general public, meaning any fan can purchase a full season package without having previously held tickets.

Following the May 7 deadline, any additional unclaimed seats will be released to the public beginning Thursday, May 8 at 10 a.m. Fans interested in upgrading or swapping their seats will have the opportunity to do so on Thursday, May 8, during the Lakers’ Season Seat Swap/Upgrade Day at the Grant Thornton Box Office at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

Season ticket packages can be picked up starting Monday, May 12, with the Grant Thornton Box Office open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fans are encouraged to call 705-743-3561 to purchase or reserve their seats.

UPDATED: The Lakers have also announced that single-game tickets will go on sale to the general public starting Thursday, May 15 .

Fans are urged to act quickly to secure their seats and be part of an exciting summer of lacrosse action at the Memorial Centre, which begins Thursday, May 22 when Lyle Thompson, Dhane Smith and the defending champion Six Nations Chiefs visit the Memorial Centre.

Social Media Intern Wanted!

Thu, 01 May 2025 03:13:55 GMT

Join the Team: Summer Social Media Intern Wanted!

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are looking for a Social Media Intern to join us for the 2025 season!

This is an unpaid, volunteer position — perfect for a student looking to gain hands-on experience in sports media. You’ll work directly under our Social Media Coordinator and Community Engagement Director, capturing content, engaging with fans and helping to grow our online presence all summer long.

What’s in it for you?

Season tickets to all home games
Behind-the-scenes access on game nights
Lakers merch and team perks
Learn the tricks of the trade from professionals in the sports media industry
A chance to build your portfolio and grow your network

Your role will include:

Creating content for Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook, YouTube and peterboroughlakers.ca
Capturing and editing game day photos/videos
Assisting with digital promotions and fan engagement
Supporting team events and community appearances
Graphic and video design skills are a big plus

We’re looking for someone who:

Is a current high school student interested in pursuing a career in sports media, or a university/college student currently enrolled in a related program (ex: sports management, journalism, public relations)
Has strong creative instincts and a solid work ethic
Has their own phone/camera equipment with which to shoot content
Loves sports and social media
Bonus: Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools

We need you:

Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. beginning May 22
Additional playoff dates in August TBD
3-5 hours throughout the week to pitch ideas, create content or attend meetings

Apply by May 10 with your resume and a short sample of your social media work to: petedalliday@gmail.com.

Get in the game this summer!

Lakers Acquire Payton Tasse from Brampton

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 20:47:06 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers have completed a trade with the Brampton Excelsiors, acquiring 6-foot-4, 215-pound defenceman Payton Tasse and a 2026 second-round draft pick in exchange for goaltender Andrew Kidd, forward Tye Scott, and a 2026 fifth-round draft pick.

Tasse, a graduate of the Nepean Knights organization, is a left-handed shot and a native of Ottawa, Ontario currently completing a graduate degree in Sports and Leadership at Newberry College. Tasse was Brampton’s fifth-round pick in the 2024 MSL Entry Draft. His father, Jason, is a former member of the NLL’s Ottawa Rebel, and recently coached with the Peterborough Timbermen of the Arena Lacrosse League.

Kidd was a 5th-round draft pick of the Lakers in 2024 but never made an appearance for them. Scott was the team's 2nd-round pick in 2025 out of Brampton Jr. A.

The Peterborough Lakers first home game is set for Thursday, May 22nd against the Six Nations Chiefs at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. Season tickets are now on sale.

Lakers Welcome Young Fan to Team

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 21:41:06 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers were proud to welcome a brave young fan to the team on Tuesday, as seven-year-old Waylon Barton was presented with an official Lakers game jersey.

Waylon was diagnosed with childhood leukemia on January 24th of this year and has since been undergoing treatment at Peterborough Regional Health Centre and SickKids Hospital in Toronto. The Lakers wanted to show their support, and during a special Lakers Lunch at Smitty’s Restaurant, players Jake Withers, Colton Armstrong, and Taite Cattoni presented Waylon with a jersey, a game ball and personalized autograph cards.

In a special moment, Withers personally invited Waylon to attend the Lakers' home opener on May 22 against the Six Nations Chiefs as a guest of the team—and reminded him to bring his lacrosse stick.

“This community always comes together to support its own, and today was a great example of that,” said Pete Dalliday, the Lakers Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships. “Waylon is a strong young man, and we’re all behind him in his fight.”

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Lakers Acquire Nick Rose From Oakville

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 17:30:00 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers have acquired veteran goaltender Nick Rose from the Oakville Rock. In exchange, the Lakers have sent goaltender Landon Kells and a first-round pick in the 2026 Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) Draft to Oakville.

Rose, a battle-tested goaltender with championship experience, is widely regarded as one of the best in the game. Rose is currently the starting goaltender for the Calgary Roughnecks of the National Lacrosse League (NLL). The 37-year-old brings leadership, stability and a championship pedigree as the Lakers set their sights on another Mann Cup title.

Adding to his impressive resume, Rose was named the 2024 NLL Goaltender of the Year while playing for the Toronto Rock. His elite play at the professional level further cements him as one of the game’s premier netminders.

“We’re thrilled to bring Nick to Peterborough,” said Lakers head coach and general manager Mike Hasen . “His track record speaks for itself—he’s a proven winner, and his experience will be a huge asset for us. We also want to thank Landon Kells for his time in Peterborough. He has a bright future, and we wish him all the best in Oakville.”

Rose is eager to join the Lakers and play in front of some of the best fans in lacrosse.

“I had a conversation with Mike Hasen, and Peterborough was a very attractive option,” said Rose. “They are always in the hunt. I’m excited to go to one of the most historic Sr. franchises there is.”

“I don’t have too many cracks left at winning a Mann Cup, so 100 per cent, I want to try and win one,” Rose added. “The Lakers organization is in the mix every single summer for it, and I’m excited to battle with my new teammates.”

Rose will have some familiar faces to greet him in the Lakers dressing room.

“I know Withers from Team Canada, and I know Hoggarth really well from his time in Orangeville in junior. I also know Hopey pretty well too, so it’s great to be joining a team with guys I already have a connection with.”

This trade is sure to have Lakers fans feeling lucky as they gear up for an exciting season. Season tickets are on sale now at the Grant Thornton Box Office at the PMC. Secure your seats today and be part of the journey as the Lakers chase another championship.

2025 MSL Schedule Released

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:08:04 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are excited to announce their 2025 Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) regular season schedule. The Lakers will play nine home games at the iconic corner of Lock and Lansdowne at the Peterborough Memorial Centre as they aim for another successful season.

The campaign begins on the road as the Lakers travel to face the Brooklin Lacrosse Club on Wednesday, May 21st. Fans will get their first chance to see the team in action at home the following night, Thursday, May 22nd, when the Lakers take on their longtime rivals, the Six Nations Chiefs, in what promises to be an electrifying season opener. The second home matchup against Six Nations is set for Thursday, July 10th, another highly anticipated showdown.

The full 2025 Home Schedule at the Peterborough Memorial Centre is as follows:

● Thursday, May 22 – 8:00 PM vs. Six Nations

● Thursday, May 29 – 8:00 PM vs. Brampton

● Thursday, June 5 – 8:00 PM vs. Oakville

● Thursday, June 19 – 8:00 PM vs. Brooklin

● Thursday, June 26 – 8:00 PM vs. Cobourg

● Thursday, July 3 – 8:00 PM vs. Owen Sound

● Thursday, July 10 – 8:00 PM vs. Six Nations

● Thursday, July 17 – 8:00 PM vs. Oakville

● Thursday, July 24 – 8:00 PM vs. Brampton

The Lakers will also play an exciting nine-game road schedule, including stops in Brooklin, Owen Sound, Cobourg, Brampton, Oakville, and Six Nations. The complete schedule home and away can be found at www.majorserieslacrosse.ca

"Theme nights and sponsor nights will be announced at a later date, but fans can expect an exciting lineup of special events throughout the season to enhance the game-night experience at the Memorial Centre," said Pete Dalliday, Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships for the Lakers.

Season tickets for all home games are now available at Grant Thornton Box Office at the Memorial Centre. It’s open 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. Single game tickets go on sale in May.

Fans are encouraged to secure their seats early to be part of what promises to be another thrilling season of Lakers lacrosse.

Home Opener Set for May 22 vs Six Nations

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 23:39:01 GMT

Opening Night Meets Rivalry Night at the PMC!

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers will kick off their home schedule with a massive showdown against the Six Nations Chiefs on Thursday, May 22nd at 8:00 PM at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC).

This isn’t just any game—it’s Opening Night Meets Rivalry Night. These two powerhouse teams battled through a thrilling six-game Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) Final last season, and now they meet again to ignite a brand-new campaign. With championship aspirations on both sides, expect an intense, fast-paced battle between two of the best teams in the game.

“We couldn’t script a better way to open the season at home,” said Lakers Board Chair Len Powers. “Our rivalry with Six Nations is one of the best in lacrosse, and after last year’s hard-fought final, we know this game is going to be something special."

The Lakers and Six Nations feature some of the best lacrosse players in the world with names like Withers, Hoggarth and Evans on one side and Jamieson, Smith and Thompson on the other. It's sure to be an entertaining night of lacrosse.

TICKETS & GAME NIGHT INFO

Individual game tickets for the Home Opener will be announced soon. In the meantime, the best way to guarantee your seat for this highly anticipated matchup is by purchasing a 2025 Lakers season ticket at the Grant Thornton Box Office at the PMC.

THE ULTIMATE LAKERS FAN EXPERIENCE

The Home Opener will also mark the first chance for fans to enter a season-long promotion where the Lakers, in partnership with Kawartha TV & Stereo, will be giving away The Ultimate Lakers Fan Experience.

One lucky winner at the end of the regular season will receive:
�� A 70-inch Samsung 4K Smart TV
�� A Samsung premium soundbar with subwoofer
�� Lakers playoff tickets
�� Exclusive Lakers swag

Additionally, Lakers videos will be featured all summer long on Kawartha TV & Stereo’s massive 10-foot by 5-foot video wall at the iconic corner of Park & Lansdowne St.

A NATURAL PARTNERSHIP

Both the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers and Kawartha TV & Stereo are long-standing and trusted brands in the community, so this partnership is a natural fit.

"Like the Lakers, Kawartha TV & Stereo is part of the fabric of Peterborough, so teaming up with them to bring fans this exciting promotion just made sense. We are super excited to welcome them to The Lake Show," said Pete Dalliday, Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships for the Lakers.

"We’ve always been passionate about supporting local organizations, and working with the Lakers on this initiative is a great way to give back to the fans," added Shaun Williams of Kawartha TV & Stereo.

OPENING NIGHT VIDEO LAUNCH

To build excitement, the Lakers have released a special Home Opener hype video today, produced by our official video partner, PtboCanada. Fans can watch the video on Lakers social media channels and www.peterboroughlakers.ca .

Season Ticket Sales Begin February 10

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 21:18:12 GMT

The Peterborough Lakers are thrilled to announce that season tickets for the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) season will be on sale starting Monday, February 10th at 10 a.m. Fans can purchase their tickets in person at the Grant Thornton Box Office .

With a tradition of excellence and an electrifying fan base, Lakers games are an unmissable event for sports enthusiasts. Season tickets offer fans the best seats in the house, ensuring they don’t miss a moment of the high-intensity action, skillful playmaking, and championship-caliber performances the Lakers are known for. Many of the NLL players play in the MSL with all the teams so if you want to see these elite players in your own back yard get your tickets today to reserve your seats.

Key Dates for Season Ticket Sales:

�� Monday, February 10th at 10 a.m. – Season tickets go on sale at the Grant Thornton Box Office for both renewals and new subscribers.

�� Thursday, May 1, 2025 – The last day to renew season tickets and hold on to your same seats from 2024.

�� Thursday, May 8th at 10 a.m. – Season ticket seat swap/upgrade day. Any seats that have not been renewed will be released to the public for purchase.

�� Monday, May 12th at 10 a.m. – Season tickets ready for pick up.

�� A Sweetheart of a Deal! ��

Fans can still purchase a $100 Lakers gift certificate for just $90 until February 14th —don’t miss out on this special offer!

Season Ticket Benefits:

✅Guaranteed seats for all 9 regular season home games (No playoff games included)
✅Exclusive savings compared to single-game tickets
✅Priority access to playoff tickets
✅Special offers and promotions for season ticket holders
✅Be part of the Lakers' passionate lacrosse community
✅ Season tickets can be pre-printed or picked up at Will Call

✅Passes to Jr. A and Jr. C Lakers games are included!

Season Ticket Pricing:

9 Home Games. All games on Thursday nights, starting at 8 p.m.

“We can’t wait to welcome our incredible fans back to the Peterborough Memorial Centre,” said captain Robert Hope. “The energy our supporters bring to each game fuels our players and helps us strive for greatness year after year.”

�� How to Purchase:

Season tickets must be renewed in person at the Peterborough Memorial Centre Grant Thornton box office, which is open Monday – Friday from 9:30AM to 5:00 PM.

For further information, visit peterboroughlakers.ca or follow the Peterborough Lakers on social media for the latest updates and team news.

Nine Players Added Through Draft & Junior Protection

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 03:06:26 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers added nine players to their roster through the Major Series Lacrosse Draft, including six Merit Precision Jr. A Lakers graduates.

The Lakers were able to protect three Jr. A Lakers prior to the draft, adding defenders Nick Crowley and Frank Coyle and goalie Cole Gervais. They possessed seven picks in the draft’s five rounds and added Tye Scott (second round, Brampton Excelsiors), Chris Harland (third round, Toronto Beaches), Michael Blaymires (fourth round, Peterborough Lakers), Cole Begley (fourth round, Mimico Mountaineers), Caleb Connell (fifth round, Peterborough Lakers) and Nick DiLauro (fifth round, Peterborough Lakers).

Lakers Gift Certificates Available Now!

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 01:13:24 GMT

A $100 value for only $90!

This holiday season, the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are offering the perfect gift for the lacrosse fan in your life! Starting December 11th, the Memorial Centre box office will sell Lakers Gift Certificates in $100 increments—discounted to just $90!

These gift certificates are a wonderful way to spread the holiday cheer and help your loved ones experience the thrilling action of the 2025 Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) season. Whether they use them for season tickets or single-game tickets, this is a gift that will keep the excitement going all summer long.

Why Choose Lakers Gift Certificates?

A Unique Gift for Fans: Perfect for family, friends or any lacrosse enthusiast.
Holiday Savings: Pay only $90 for a $100 certificate.
Flexibility: Certificates can be used toward tickets at the Memorial Centre box office.

About the 2025 Season

The Peterborough C21 Lakers are ready for another exciting season, with 18 games on the schedule and a fierce competition among seven teams to secure one of four playoff spots. Lacrosse fans will once again fill the Memorial Centre on Thursday nights, cheering as the Lakers chase their 19th Mann Cup National Championship.

This is your chance to give a gift that celebrates Peterborough’s love for lacrosse while saving a little extra this holiday season!

Box Office Details

Starting December 11th, gift certificates will be available at the Memorial Centre box office.

New Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Purchases: By phone (705) 743-3561, or in person

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Cattoni, Hellyer & Kells shine in NLL Week 1

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 08:28:49 GMT

The National Lacrosse League kicked off its 2024-25 season this past weekend, and a number of Lakers (current and former) played integral roles for their teams.

Toronto Rock 5 @ Ottawa Black Bears 11

Former Jr. A Laker Tyler Hendrycks of the Rock made his pro debut in his hometown, garnering one assist, This wasn't a great game for the Rock, and Corey Small was held pointless while Mark Matthews was limited to a single assist.

In the Black Bears' inaugural game, Kiel Matisz scored once and added two assists. Jay Thorimbert won the faceoff battle and scooped up four loose balls.

Vancouver Warriors 7 @ Colorado Mammoth 11

There are no Laker connections on the Warriors. Lame.

Eli McLaughlin contributed three assists, while also picking up six loose balls. Captain Robert Hope one assist, nine loose balls and one caused turnover, while getting into a scrum at the end of the game and suffering a bloody nose.

Las Vegas Desert Dogs 12 @ Rochester Knighthawks 14

Landon Kells made 58 saves as the Vegas netminder was peppered with 72 shots in this game. Defender Dylan Hutchison contributed a pair of assists and a pair of loose balls. Peterborough native Kyle Killen score twice and assisted once.

Rochester had five Laker connections on the floor, including Turner Evans, who scored once and assisted once. Taylor Jensen took the face-offs for Rochester and scooped 10 loosies, Matt Gilray had one assist and eight loose balls, and Chad Tutton and Ian Llord had three and two loose ball scoops, respectively.

Saskatchewan Rush 10 @ Albany FireWolves 9 OT

There is not one single Laker connection on Saskatchewan's roster. Rude.

Ethan Walker had a goal and three assists for Albany, who are expecting another big season after making it to the Finals last season. Former Laker Zach Young had two loose ball scoops.

Philadelphia Wings 15 @ San Diego Seals 18

Holden Cattoni went on a tear for Philadelphia the Sunday, scoring four times and adding two assists, while Joe Resetarits contributed a pair of goals and three assists. On the back end, Alex Pace picked up one assist and scooped six loose balls, and Jordan Stouros scooped a pair of loose balls. Deacan Knott stopped all six shots he faced in 8:28 of relief action in goal.

Rob Hellyer, who signed with San Diego as a free agent, was a leader for his new team with three goals and three assists. Zach Currier, acquired in a trade with Calgary, scored once, added two assists and picked up 12 loose balls as he played a dual role out both the front and back doors in his Seals' debut. Former Laker Matt Wright picked up three loose balls in his first NLL game. Mike Poulin made seven saves in 19:09 of relief action.

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Cover image of Landon Kells by Jon Tenca/NLL

Pete Dalliday Named as New Director Community Engagement and Partnerships

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 02:15:53 GMT

The Peterborough Lakers are thrilled to announce that Pete Dalliday, a familiar and energetic voice in local sports, is joining the organization in a pivotal role. Dalliday, well-known for his passionate game commentary on YourTV for the Lakers, as well as his presence on local radio and TV, brings a wealth of experience, enthusiasm, and deep ties to the Peterborough sports community.

Dalliday has been a dedicated supporter of lacrosse and the Lakers for many years, sharing his love for the game with fans across Peterborough and beyond. His longstanding involvement as a commentator has given him a unique perspective on the team's journey and success. Now, Dalliday will take on a new challenge as Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships. In this role, he will help expand the Lakers' footprint, not only in the local sports landscape but also in Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) and across Ontario.

“We are excited to have Pete join our team in this capacity,” said Len Powers, Chairman of the Board. “His connection to the community and understanding of the Lakers' values make him a perfect fit as we strategically grow our presence and engage more deeply with our fans. Pete's enthusiasm will be key as we build the future of lacrosse here in Peterborough.”

With his extensive experience in broadcasting, Dalliday will help elevate the Lakers' marketing strategies, driving new sponsorship opportunities and increasing awareness of the sport throughout the region. The Lakers are confident that his leadership in this new role will contribute to growing the game of lacrosse in the area and beyond.

Pete Dalliday's dedication to promoting sports in Peterborough is undeniable, and we look forward to seeing his positive impact within the organization.

Said Dalliday, “I’d like to thank the board for this opportunity to help lead such an iconic franchise. As someone who has always felt a deep connection to the Lakers—whether as a fan, former player, or from the booth—this role feels like a natural fit. I’m excited to build relationships and strengthen community ties here in Peterborough to support our team, players, fans, and families, continuing to make the Lakers a true part of our community.”

Welcome aboard, Pete!

2024 Season Award Winners Announced

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 21:09:38 GMT

Withers named MVP

Congratulations to all of our 2024 Award Winners! On September 7, we gathered as a team at The Social Pub downtown to hand out the yearly hardware and acknowledge the best of our best.

MVP - Jake Withers

Top Scorer - Joe Resetarits

Fan Favourite - Thomas Hoggarth

Top Defenceman - Matt Gilray

Top Transition - Colton Armstrong

Most Sportsmanlike - Dylan Hutchison

Most Dedicated - Eric Shewell

Most Improved - Landon Kells

Rookie of the Year - Koleton Marquis

Volunteer of the Year - Rose Powers

Century 21 Lakers Season Concludes After Game 6 Loss to Six Nations

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 07:38:17 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers season came to an end Tuesday night at the Memorial Centre in an 11-8 loss to the Six Nations Chiefs, who took the MSL Final series four games to two, winning the Everett Coates Memorial Trophy. They’ll represent Major Series Lacrosse in the 2024 Mann Cup, which they’ll host at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena beginning September 6.

It’s the second consecutive season the Lakers have lost out to the Chiefs on their home floor.

“It sucks,” said Colton Armstrong. “It sucks to end playoffs like that, go up two games and then lose four straight.”

The Lakers were two games away from winning the MSL in a season when many counted them out, which bodes well for the future.

“We came together as a group and we showed both Peterborough and Six Nations that we’re not going to give up,” Armstrong said. “We showed heart on this team… It sucks to lose but this is a big stepping stone for us for next year. We’re going to come back next year very, very hungry.”

The Chiefs led 5-2 after the first period, and 7-3 after the second period, which also featured a fight between Armstrong and Bryan Cole.

Peterborough outscored Six Nations 6-4 in the third period, and twice came within a single goal of the Chiefs, both on Thomas Hoggarth markers, but they couldn’t find the equalizer.

Landon Kells made 39 saves as he continued his strong play in goal, and was named Hardest Working Player of the game. Thomas Hoggarth was named the offensive player of the game and Eric Shewell the defensive player of the game.

Warren Hill, who made 44 saves in the game, shared the Johnny “Shooter” Davis Award with Doug Jamieson as playoff MVPs. Each goaltender was 4-1 in the postseason.

The Lakers, who played three more playoff games than the Chiefs, and six more than any other MSL team, took the top five spots in playoff scoring:

1. Joe Resetarits - 21G/38A/59P

2. Rob Hellyer – 15G/42A/57P

3. Turner Evans – 15G/31A/46P

4. Thomas Hoggarth – 23G/14A/37P

5. Owen Hiltz – 14G/20A/34A

It's another sign that the future is bright for the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers.

"I think if you asked people two months ago if we would take them to six games they would have laughed at you," said Jake Withers, who won 15 of 22 draws in the final game.

It maybe have been a rocky regular season, but the team really came together the moment the playoffs started, and captain Robert Hope reminded everyone in the dressing room afterwards that preparation for next season begins right now, so the Lakers come back stronger.

"I think we’re doing all the right things," said Withers. "I trust every single person in that room. I trust the coaching staff and executive. Six Nations got the best of us this year but we’re trending in the right direction."

The Lakers will return in 2025.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Thomas Hoggarth (3-0)

Turner Evans (2-2)

Joe Resetarits (1-3)

Owen Hiltz (1-2)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Alex Pace (0-1)

Taite Cattoni (0-1)

Lakers Need Your Support After Game 5 Loss

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:11:48 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers suddenly find themselves on the brink of elimination from the Major Series Lacrosse finals after an 8-5 loss in Game 5 Sunday night at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena.

The Lakers had a 2-0 series lead but the Chiefs have won the last three, meaning Tuesday’s Game 6 at the Memorial Centre is a must-win for the Lakers or the season will come to an end. Get your tickets NOW at tickets.memorialcentre.ca .

The Lakers started well in Game 5, leading 3-1 in the first period. The Chiefs turned it around and led 6-4 after the second, and the Lakers couldn’t catch up.

Rob Hellyer led Peterborough with a hat trick and one assist. Travis Longboat got the hat trick for Six Nations. Shots are not kept at the ILA but the Lakers could not have asked for more from Landon Kells and their defence. Doug Jamieson got the win in goal.

Tickets for Game 6 are on sale now at the Memorial Centre box office – let’s sell out the arena for the most important game of the season! We aren't ready to be done!

If necessary, Game 7 will be Thursday night back at the ILA.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Rob Hellyer (3-1)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Carter Page (1-2)

Turner Evans (0-1)

Adam Thistlethwaite (0-1)

Owen Hiltz (0-1)

Taite Cattoni (0-1)

MSL Finals Tied 2-2 After Lakers Fall in Game 4

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 04:22:08 GMT

The Major Series Lacrosse Finals are down to a best-of-three series after the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers fell 13-10 to the Six Nations Chiefs in Game 4 Thursday night at the Memorial Centre in front of 3,420 fans.

Game 5 is Sunday at 7 p.m. in Six Nations, and Game 6 Tuesday back at the Memorial Centre. If necessary, Game 7 will be in Six Nations on Thursday, August 29.

Single-game tickets for Game 6 will go on sale Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m. when the box office opens.

The Lakers surprised the Chiefs in the early going but the experience of the Chiefs showed in the last two games.

The game was tied 5-5 after a frantic first period. Joe Resetarits kicked things off with a power play goal, converting Ron Hellyer's behind-the-back pass past Warren Hill. The Chiefs went up 3-1 until Resetarits found the back of the net again with a low spin shot. Jake Withers tied it up 18 seconds later, winning the faceoff and dodging past four defenders, shooting with a little jump over the crease. Thomas Hoggarth got the Lakers' third goal in 1:08 before Eli McLaughlin tied it at 4. Colton Armstrong stripped a defender at centre floor and scored on the breakaway before Lyle Thompson tied it again, 20 seconds later.

The Lakers went up 6-5 early in the second on a goal from Adam Thistlethwaite, but then Brendan Bomberry and Lyle Thompson, with his third of the game, scored 18 seconds apart for the lead at 7-6. Bryan Cole made it 8-6 with 8:53 left and Larson Sundown extended the lead to three goals with 1:58 left.

“We played a good 50 minutes of lacrosse but they’re such a talented team that in that 10 minutes we got lackadaisical, they made us pay,” said Withers. “That was the difference down the stretch. We play every game to win so we were hoping for a sweep but anyone who has any sense of logic would probably tell you that wasn’t going to happen.”

The Chiefs outscored the Lakers 4-3 in the third period, including an empty netter from Justin Martin. Taite Cattoni popped in a power play goal with two seconds left but it was too late in this one.

Landon Kells stopped 46 shots in Peterborough’s net, while Warren Hill made 45 saves for Six Nations.

Lyle Thompson scored three goals and three assist for the Chiefs for his most productive game of the series - the Lakers defence had held him to four assists in the first three games. Dhane Smith added eight assists. Former Laker Eli McLaughlin scored twice and added three assists.

“You have to play a perfect game,” said the birthday boy, Resetarits. “We’re right there, we’re playing well with them. No one’s discouraged, we’re all ready to go. We want it. We want to earn it. We know it’s not going to be easy or given to us. We have to earn it."

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Joe Resetarits (4-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-1)

Owen Hiltz (1-1)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Jake Withers (1-0)

Adam Thistlethwaite (1-0)

Rob Hellyer (0-5)

Turner Evans (0-4)

Lakers Falter in Game 3 of MSL Finals

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 02:41:50 GMT

Big Game 4 set for Thursday at Memorial Centre

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers couldn’t keep the Six Nations Chiefs out of the win column forever, no matter how much they wished they could. The Chiefs humbled the Lakers 12-3 on Tuesday night at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena in Game 3 of the Major Series Lacrosse Finals.

The Lakers lead the series 2-1. Game 4 is Thursday at 8 p.m. at the Memorial Centre. Game 5 is set for Sunday at 7 p.m. in Six Nations.

The Lakers surprised the Chiefs in the first two games, handing them their first two losses of the season after an 11-0 regular season. But the Chiefs returned to form on Tuesday and dominated the game from start to finish.

They were up 4-0 in the first period before the Lakers put together a string of three goals in a span of 1:52, including two power play markers from Turner Evans and Joe Resetarits, and then a beauty underhand roller from Thomas Hoggarth on the penalty kill.

But that was all the offence brought in this one. Doug Jamieson shut the door and held the Lakers scoreless for the last 44:16 of playing time.

Cody Jamieson led Six Nations with three goals and two assists and former Laker Eli McLaughlin had a hat trick and one assist. Travis Longboat and Dhane Smith each scored a pair of goals and three assists.

Landon Kells did what he could in goal but was lifted in favour of Drew Hutchison after the Chief’s 10 ^th goal. He returned to start the third period but was pulled again to give him a rest for Thursday with the Lakers down by nine with 11:20 to go.

Tickets for Game 4 are available at the Memorial Centre box office. Let’s show the team the community is behind them and show up for an important Game 4!

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Turner Evans (1-1)

Joe Resetarits (1-0)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-0)

Rob Hellyer (0-2)

Owen Hiltz (0-2)

Taite Cattoni (0-1)

Photos courtesy of Darryl Smart/Six Nations Chiefs

Armstrong Nets Game Winner as Lakers Take 2-0 Series Lead Over Chiefs

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 06:28:38 GMT

Game 2 of the MSL Finals was 3:07 away from needing overtime when the Century 21 Lakers’ Colton Armstrong scored on a breakaway, opening the floodgates for his team. The Lakers scored three goals in a minute late in the game to take the game 8-5 over the Six Nations Chiefs. The Lakers now lead the best-of-seven series 2-0.

“Matt Gilray made the big strip on Cody Jamieson and I saw a clear path to the net,” Armstrong described. “He threw the ball up to me and I had some time. Usually I go really fast but I took my time and put the ball in the net. Got some air off the end boards there, I didn’t know when I was going to come down but it was a really cool experience and this arena blew right up. I wanted to give the guys a spark and right there we had a three-goal run. I don’t think these fans sat down for any of those.”

The 2902 fans in attendance roared their approval for each Lakers' goal.

Landon Kells played his second consecutive game, and made 53 saves in another spectacular defensive effort.

“'What’s next,' that’s always the mentality in the room, and that’s the way you have to go about it because there’s going to be peaks and valleys and you just have to keep persevering," Kells said.

Like Game 1, the Chiefs took a 2-0 lead before Peterborough got on the board. Dylan Hutchison grabbed the pass from Taite Cattoni and dropped it home.

Steve Priolo put Six Nations up 3-1 before Peterborough rattled off three goals in a row for a 4-3 lead. Cattoni scored on the run, Owen Hiltz dodged two defenders and shot far side, and Turner Evans scored an outside shot. Dhane Smith tied it at 4 before the period was out.

Rob Hellyer shot through traffic to put Peterborough up 5-4 in the third, but Justin Martin found himself alone in front of Kells and converted Eli McLaughlin’s pass to tie the game again.

Armstrong jumped halfway up the boards after he scored to put the Lakers up 6-5.

"My wife is having a baby soon so that one was for her. I tried to jump into the stands to give her a hug," he smiled.

Hellyer then passed to Hoggarth 17 seconds after Armstrong's goal, and Hoggarth finally got inside - to his favourite spot in front of the net - and went high on Warren Hill. After a hotly contested faceoff, Resetarits’ shot went off the crossbar. Hiltz picked up the rebound, passed it back to Resetarits, in it went and that was the ball game.

"We all know we want another Mann Cup," Armstrong said. "The Mann Cups here are tradition. I never won one. I really frickin’ want one so I’m battling the best I can to frickin’ bring a Mann cup back to Peterborough because I know Six Nations stole it from us last year."

Eight different scorers found the back of the net for the Lakers in their win. The team floored the exact same lineup as they did in Game 1. Holden Cattoni, Doug Buchan and Mitch Ogilvie remain out with injuries.

Warren Hill made 50 saves in goal for the Chiefs. Eli McLaughlin, Steve Priolo and Randy Staats all had two points.

Game 3 is set for Tuesday, back at the ILA in Six Nations. Game 4 will return to the Memorial Centre next Thursday, August 22. Tickets are on sale at the box office.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Rob Hellyer (1-3)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-3)

Taite Cattoni (1-3)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Turner Evans (1-1)

Owen Hiltz (1-1)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Dylan Hutchison (1-0)

Adam Thistlethwaite (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Lakers Take Game 1 of the MSL Finals

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:27:21 GMT

Chiefs are no longer undefeated

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers aren’t messing around. They want their Mann Cup back.

The Lakers played a near-perfect road game on Tuesday night, winning 9-8 as they opened their MSL Final series vs the previously-unbeaten Six Nations Chiefs.

Shots were not kept at the ILA but it cannot be overstated how good Landon Kells was in goal. He was square to every shot and saw the ball well, thanks to a stout defence in front of him.

“I expected us to come out firing,” Kells said. “It’s the MSL Finals and both teams deserve to be here. It was just going to be who wanted it more and I feel like we dictated the pace and we dictated how we wanted the game to be played.”

The Lakers were down 3-2 with five minutes to go in the first period before Joe Resetarits tied the game. The game was tied 4-4 before the Lakers scored the last two of the period for a 6-4 lead. It was the first time in seven attempts that the Lakers scored more than three goals in a period against the Chiefs this season.

They increased that lead to 8-5 after the second with Turner Evans and Rob Hellyer sandwiching a Dhane Smith goal.

Six Nations outscored Peterborough 3-1 in the third period, but Taylor Jensen’s transition goal was the game winner as the Lakers managed to hold off a late comeback attempt.

“The defence makes my job easy when they play like that,” Kells said. “They weren’t getting any looks from inside. The looks they were getting were outside shots which I should stop down the alley.”

Travis Longboat scored a pair of goals for the Chiefs, and Larson Sundown had four assists. Doug Jamieson took the loss in goal. Chiefs’ captain Cody Jamieson took three minor penalties, giving the Lakers three of their seven power plays.

Game 2 goes Thursday night at the Memorial Centre. Season ticket holders have until Wednesday at 5 p.m. to claim their seats. Single-game tickets go on sale Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. in person, by phone or online.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Joe Resetarits (2-4)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Owen Hiltz (2-1)

Rob Hellyer (1-3)

Turner Evans (1-2)

Taylor Jensen (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (0-3)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Joey Cupido (0-1)

MSL Finals Schedule Released

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 02:56:43 GMT

The Century 21 Peterborough Lakers will once again meet the Six Nations Chiefs in the MSL Final. It is the fourth consecutive season and the ninth time in the last 10 seasons the Lakers and Chiefs will meet in the final.

The Chiefs had an undefeated regular season before dispatching the Cobourg Kodiaks in the semifinals in four games. The Lakers, though they finished with a 7-5 regular season record, have swept their way through the playoffs thus far, beating Owen Sound in three games and Brooklin in four, and are on an eight-game winning streak.

The winner will host the WLA champion in the Mann Cup.

SCHEDULE

Game 1: Tuesday, August 13 at 8:00 p.m. @ Iroquois Lacrosse Arena
Game 2 (Home Game 1): Thursday, August 15 at 8:00 p.m. @ PMC
Game 3: Tuesday, August 20 at 8:00 p.m. @ Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

Game 4 (Home Game 2): Thursday, August 22 at 8:00 @ PMC

*Game 5: Sunday, August 25 at 7:00 p.m. @ Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

*Game 6 (Home Game 3): Tuesday, August 27 at 8 p.m. @ PMC

*Game 7: Thursday, August 29 at 8:00 p.m. @ Iroquois Lacrosse Arena

*if necessary

TICKET INFORMATION

Single-game tickets for Game 2 (Home Game 1) and Game 4 (Home Game 2) will go on sale Thursday, August 15 at 9:30 a.m. online, over the phone and in person at the box office. Single game tickets for Game 6 (Home Game 3) will go on sale Tuesday, August 27, if necessary.

Series bundles will also go on sale Monday, August 12, which would guarantee you the same seat for all three games.

For season ticket holders - Round 3 (Finals) package tickets will go on sale as of Monday, August 12 at 9:30 a.m., and seats will be held until the close of business day before the first home game of each series. Season ticket holders who do not purchase Round 3 (Finals) will still have the opportunity to purchase Mann Cup tickets. Advertisers with playoffs included will be automatically renewed, however those with seats in the club will still have to pay the club upgrade.

As a season ticket holder, you can pre-authorize the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office to charge your credit card for rounds 2 (Semifinals), 3 (Finals) and the Mann Cup. Please call or visit the box office if you wish to take advantage of this option for future rounds.

Credits for non-played games will be credited to customer accounts for the MSL Final or refunded in the same method of payment as the tickets were purchased.

*subject to final confirmation from box office

Lakers Sweep Brooklin Again, Will Meet Chiefs in Finals, Again

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 08:40:03 GMT

How sweep it is! The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers knocked the Brooklin Lacrosse Club out of the MSL playoffs on Thursday night, winning game four 13-9 and the series 4-0.

It’s the second consecutive year the Lakers have swept Brooklin in the semifinals, and the fourth consecutive year (minus the two-year pandemic absence) the Lakers will meet the Six Nations Chiefs in the finals.

Taite Cattoni returned from injury to lead the Lakers’ left offensive side. He had a goal and two assists in his return.

“They thought it was their year but it was great to four-bang them for the second straight year,” he said, acknowledging that “they are a hard working team.”

Cattoni cut to the middle to receive a pass from Nate Sage and put the ball over Zach Higgins’ left shoulder to make it 11-8 in the third period. He followed the goal with a leap into the boards to celebrate.

Sage and fellow Jr. A callup Colby Wood helped round a shorthanded left side. Wood, playing in his second game for the senior club, scored his first goal in the second period, shooting low on Higgins.

Defender Dylan Hutchison said their efforts didn’t go unnoticed.

“There were a lot of guys that were out there grinding,” he said. “We had a young left side out there on offence and they were all out there. Colby, Nate and Adam (Thistlethwaite) were all doing a good job and then Taite was kind of the vocal guy, handling the ball a little more. What they were able to do was great for us and definitely helped the outcome.”

The right side of the offence contributed seven of the team’s 13 goals, while three others came from transition runs Colton Armstrong, Matt Gilray, and Joey Cupido, who iced the game with an empty netter.

Doug Buchan made 30 saves in 40 minutes of action, and Landon Kells stopped 17 shots in the third, with Buchan feeling out of sorts.

The Lakers jumped out to an early 3-0 lead just 1:43 into the game. Brooklin kept it close, trailing by 2 after the first and only a single marker after the second period, before the Lakers were able to pull away. It was just as intense of a game as the previous three, although a lot more disciplined, with only five penalties total called in the game.

Rob Hellyer had a hat trick and Austin Hasen two great goals. Joe Resetarits scored once and helped out on five other goals.

Dawson Theede and Sean Westley led Brooklin with three goals each; Westley added two assists. Reilly O’Connor contributed a pair of goals and two assists. Zach Higgins made 37 saves.

The MSL Finals are expected to begin Tuesday in Six Nations, with game two set for Thursday, August 15 at the Memorial Centre. Stay tuned for the rest of the schedule!

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Rob Hellyer (3-1)

Austin Hasen (2-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-5)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-3)

Taite Cattoni (1-2)

Colton Armstrong (1-1)

Colby Wood (1-1)

Joey Cupido (1-1)

Adam Thistlethwaite (1-0)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Nate Sage (0-1)

Help Ted Raise $10,000 for Parkinson Canada!

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 17:14:55 GMT

We're passing the bucket at Thursday's game vs Brooklin, so make sure you have some extra change on hand!

This year's SuperWalk is September 7th.

Rollin' Rollin' Rollin' - We're Rollin' Right Along

It’s still a steep hill to climb, one dollar at a time, as we keep rolling right along in the hopes of finding the cure for Parkinson Disease. It was five years ago when I was first diagnosed with this disease. Sure, I have aged a little, but I’m happy to report a very gradual progression of my Parkinsons. I am 83 years old and I am very happy with everything I can still do; nightly walks, gardening, family time at the cottage, always up for a coffee or breakfast with longtime lacrosse pals. I am extremely blessed and happy with all I have and can do.

Over the past four years, after I came to terms with having Parkinsons, I joined a number of very inspirational people with the same diagnosis, participating in the annual SuperWalk Fund Raiser. My first year participating I was overwhelmed with the number of people and the amounts donated to my campaign. $30,000.00 was raised that first year, giving me the title of Top Fundraiser across Canada. Over the following three years I continued to have great success in raising funds. To date, through your kind donations myfundraising is over $60,000.00. This year my aim is to raise another $10,000.00. As you are well aware research, patient care and support has a very large price tag, so these fund raising events are crucial to the 125,000 Canadians who have been diagnosed with Parkinson Disease. As long as I am able I will continue to roll right along participating in the yearly SuperWalk Campaigns. Perhaps some year I will hit the $100,00.00 mark.

I want to close with a heartfelt thank you. You may be my family, my friend, a neighbour, an acquaintance, a volunteer, someone who wants to help, so it is to each and everyone of you I say THANK YOU. I could not do this without you.

God Bless,

Ted Higgins

DONATE HERE

If you prefer to make your donation by cheque please make it payable to Parkinsons Canada and forward it to Diane Livingstone, 1-254 Collison Avenue, Peterborough, ON K9J 1A6.

Commanding 3-0 Series Lead After "Ugly" OT Win

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 09:20:59 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers took a commanding 3-0 series lead in their best-of-seven MSL semi-final series with a 12-11 overtime win on Saturday night at Iroquois Park Sports Centre.

Austin Hasen scored the game winner with 2:56 remaining in sudden death overtime with the Lakers on the power play. He had previously been stopped by Zach Higgins at the third-period buzzer. It was his second goal of the game.

“Credit to our whole offence,” Hasen said. “It’s been a committee from the beginning of the year to now. Any one of us can have a good night.”

It was a long (over 2.5 hours), rough-and-tumble game with 120 combined penalty minutes. Brooklin took 95 of those PIMs, none more key for the Lakers than Tanner Cook’s charging penalty in overtime. Three players were ejected for abuse of official penalties, and a fourth for a tussle with Joe Resetarits in the third period (Resetarits was also ejected).

The Lakers had an 11-7 lead late in the game, but Brooklin scored four goals in the final 2:22 to tie it.

Head coach Mike Hasen called the game "ugly."

"It was wild. We just, kinda, tired legs, tired minds, do some uncharacteristic things," he said. "They’re here to play, they’re here to win and they’re not going to go away. Thursday, we need to understand that they’re coming."

Turner Evans led the Lakers with a 10-point effort on three goals and seven assists. Owen Hiltz scored four goals and added one assist.

Landon Kells stopped 36 shots before leaving the game with 11 seconds left after experiencing severe leg cramps. Doug Buchan made two key saves in overtime. Kells hopped on one leg to the bench to be examined by trainer Josh Martin after Tanner Cook scored to tie the game at 11. Hasen expects Kells to be fine.

Cook led Brooklin with three goals and four assists. Higgins made 38 saves.

After playing three games in five days, the series takes a break until Thursday, August 8. The Lakers can wrap up the series in game four. Tickets are now on sale at the Memorial Centre box office.

“It’s good to have a little bit of a break until Thursday,” Austin Hasen said. “Everyone expects games to get tighter, rougher, so it’s fun, but we’ll have to take a couple days off to gather our bodies and get ready for Thursday because they’re coming out even hungrier.”

If necessary, game five will be played back in Whitby on Friday, August 9.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Owen Hiltz (4-1)

Turner Evans (3-7)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Austin Hasen (2-0)

Rob Hellyer (1-6)

Joe Resetarits (0-4)

Matt Gilray (0-2)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)

Colby Wood (0-1)

Alex Pace (0-1)

Scoresheet: https://gamesheetstats.com/seasons/6007/games/1871893

Lakers Lead 2-0 in Semifinal

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:15:23 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers have a 2-0 lead in their MSL semi-final series versus the Brooklin Lacrosse Club after a convincing 9-4 win on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre.

Turner Evans led the way with a pair of goals and three assists, while Joe Resetarits and Matt Gilray contributed three points each. The game was tied 2-2 after the first, but the Lakers outscored Brooklin 3-0 in the second period and never looked back.

Defensive coach Bobby Keast said the team executed their game plan, and called out some of the more standout performances in the game: “Dougie (Doug Buchan) in net made critical saves when called upon. T-waite (Adam Thistlethwaite), he’s just positive energy. I thought Hopey (captain Robert Hope) played his best game of the year for us. Taylor Jensen was exactly what we want.”

Buchan held Brooklin scoreless for nearly 30 minutes throughout the middle of the game, stopped 48 of 52 shots.

Austin Shanks scored twice in the third period to lead BLC, while Zach Higgins stopped 46 shots.

Game 3 goes Saturday night at Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby at 8 p.m. The BLC expect a big crowd from the Ontario Lacrosse Festival taking place at the arena all week. Game four is back in Peterborough on Thursday, August 8 at 8 p.m.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Turner Evans (2-3)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Matt Gilray (1-2)

Adam Thistlethwaite (1-1)

Koleton Marquis (1-1)

Owen Hiltz (1-1)

Austin Hasen (1-0)

Holden Cattoni (1-0)

Rob Hellyer (0-2)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Lakers Draw First Blood Over Brooklin

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 07:29:43 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers drew first blood against the Brooklin Lacrosse Club with a 14-10 win at Iroquois Park Sports Centre on Tuesday night.

It was a rough, physical affair throughout, with neither team willing to give an inch. It was tied 6-6 after the first period with Holden Cattoni and Joe Resetarits leading the way with a pair of goals each.

“Usually you kind of feel each other out but it was wide open from the get go,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “Everybody capitalizes on mistakes at both ends of the floor. She was wide open, she was very helter-skelter to say the least, in the first period.”

Things settled down in the second, and the Lakers were able to pull ahead 11-8, with Taylor Jensen recording his first two-goal game, capitalizing on two-on-ones with Matt Gilray and Mitch Ogilvie to open and close the period.

“That was the most fun I’ve had, definitely,” said Jensen, who contributed four points overall. “Kells did awesome, Ogilvie, Gilray, Pace did awesome. Everyone did awesome. I’m happy to play with all of these guys.”

Landon Kells held Brooklin scoreless for the last 17 minutes of play, allowing the Lakers to hold and then increase their lead.

Game 2 is set for this Thursday, August 1 at the Memorial Centre at 8 p.m. Season ticket holders have until the end of business on Wednesday to secure their seats. Single-game tickets go on sale Thursday at 9:30 a.m.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Holden Cattoni (3-3)

Thomas Hoggarth (3-1)

Joe Resetarits (2-2)

Taylor Jensen (2-2)

Rob Hellyer (1-5)

Austin Hasen (1-1)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Jake Withers (1-0)

Adam Thistlethwaite (0-2)

Owen Hiltz (0-2)

Mitch Ogilvie (0-2)

Alex Pace (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Lakers Will Meet BLC in Semifinals

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 06:08:03 GMT

The Century 21 Peterborough Lakers will face the Brooklin Lacrosse Club in the MSL Semifinals. It’s a best-of-seven series with the winner moving on to the league finals. Brooklin, by virtue of finishing in second place while the Lakers finished in third, will host the opening game and hold home-floor advantage.

SCHEDULE

Game 1: Tuesday, July 30 at 8:00 p.m. @ Iroquois Park Sports Centre
Game 2 (Home Game 1): Thursday, August 1 at 8:00 p.m. @ PMC
Game 3: Saturday, August 3 at 8:00 p.m. @ Iroquois Park Sports Centre

Game 4 (Home Game 2): Thursday, August 8 at 8:00 p.m. @ PMC

*Game 5: Friday, August 9 at 8:00 p.m. @ Iroquois Park Sports Centre

*Game 6 (Home Game 3): Sunday, August 11 at 7 p.m. @ PMC

*Game 7: Monday, August 12 at 8:00 p.m. @ Iroquois Park Sports Centre

*if necessary

TICKET INFORMATION

Single-game tickets for Game 2 (Home Game 1) and Game 4 (Home Game 2) will go on sale Thursday, August 1 at 9:30 a.m. online, over the phone and in person at the box office. Single game tickets for Game 6 (Home Game 3) will go on sale Sunday, August 11, if necessary.

Series bundles will also go on sale Thursday, August 1, which would guarantee you the same seat for all three games.

For season ticket holders - Round 2 (Semifinals) package tickets will go on sale as of Monday July 29 ^th at 12 p.m., and seats will be held until the close of business day before the first home game of each series. Season ticket holders who do not purchase Round 2 (Semifinals) will still have the opportunity to purchase Round 3 (Finals) and the Mann Cup. Advertisers with playoffs included will be automatically renewed, however those with seats in the club will still have to pay the club upgrade.

Credits for non-played games will be credited to customer accounts for the MSL Final or refunded in the same method of payment as the tickets were purchased.

Lakers Outscore North Stars 14-4 in Game 2

Sun, 21 Jul 2024 07:33:51 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers took a 2-0 series lead in their MSL Quarterfinal series on Saturday night with a 14-4 win over the Owen Sound North Stars at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre.

Thomas Hoggarth, Joe Resetarits, Rob Hellyer and Turner Evans combined to lead the offense with a total of 29 points between them.

Even after a long afternoon of bus travel, the Lakers came out energetic, scoring five times in the first period and once again chasing North Stars starting goaltender Kaleb Martin. Maybe it was the excellent BBQ chicken and salads from sponsor That's A Wrap Catering, who fuel the Lakers on the road.

Hellyer’s second goal of the game put the Lakers up 6-0 before Owen Sound’s Jake McNabb got his team on the board. Johnathan Peshko also scored for the North Stars, but Hellyer’s hat trick and Hoggarth’s second goal of the game sent Peterborough to the dressing room up 8-2.

In the third, the Lakers rattled off six goals in a row, including three on the power play. Resetarits had a hat trick in the period, Hoggarth added two more, and Joey Cupido scored a transition marker. The period got chippy, with a couple of offsetting minors between the teams before Steven Portelli landed a couple of huge slashes on Robert Hope. Eric Shewell jumped in to defend his captain but the referees denied them the chance to fight.

Landon Kells made 35 saves, perhaps none better than on a 2-on-0 break late in the first period. In the third, he stopped Jake Gasperetti on a breakaway and the rebound from Tyler Halls.

Peshko led the North Stars with a pair of goals and one assist. Ethan Woods made 13 saves in 44 minutes of action.

Game 3 is back in Peterborough this coming Thursday, July 25 at the usual 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale at the box office. If necessary, Game 4 will be back in Owen Sound on Saturday, July 27.

In the other MSL Quarterfinals, Cobourg and Oakville are tied 1-1 and Brooklin leads Brampton 1-0.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Joe Resetarits (4-3)

Thomas Hoggarth (4-0)

Rob Hellyer (3-6)

Turner Evans (2-7)

Joey Cupido (1-2)

Austin Hasen (0-4)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Owen Hiltz (0-1)

Landon Kells (0-1)

Peterborough takes Game 1 Over Owen Sound

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 07:48:45 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers took a 1-0 lead in their MSL Quarterfinal series over the Owen Sound North Stars on Thursday night with a 12-5 win at the Memorial Centre.

Thomas Hoggarth led the Lakers with a hat trick and two assists, while Joe Resetarits scored once but dished out seven assists.

Hellyer and Turner Evans made it 2-0 before Thomas Hoggarth tiptoed the crease to score shorthanded. Owen Sound popped in a single goal before the first period was out.

Hellyer opened up the second period scoring with his second of the game. Owen Hiltz faked low and shot high for the prettiest goal of the night, and a 5-1 lead. Evans then forced a turnover at half – the ball popped free to Hiltz, who passed it back up to Evans for the goal. Austin Hasen scored 26 seconds after that. Dylan Hutchison’s transition goal chased Kaleb Martin from the Owen Sound net. Thomas Hoggarth immediately put two goals up on replacement Ethan Woods, including a horizontal crease dive after a low pass from Resetarits.

The North Stars found some resolve and went on a brief three-goal run early in a span of 1:36 early in the third period. Resetarits scored a power play goal, followed up by a Colton Armstrong transition marker.

Doug Buchan made 34 saves for the win, and held Owen Sound to a single goal for 40+ minutes of lacrosse.

Kaleb Martin allowed eight goals before giving way to Ethan Woods, who held the Lakers to four goals in his half of the game. Martin made 17 saves and Woods made 26. Jackson Webster scored three goals and one assist to lead the North Stars on the score sheet.

Missing for the Lakers were Robert Hope (Jr. A Lakers), Koleton Marquis, Matt Gilray, Taite Cattoni (lower body injury) and Holden Cattoni (prior commitment). Carter Page left the game in the first period after a collision in front of the net. Holden Lowes and Adam Thistlethwaite drew into the lineup to help fill some holes.

Game 2 in the series switches to the Harry Lumley Bayshore Arena in Owen Sound on Saturday night at 7 p.m. Game 3 is back in Peterborough next Thursday, July 25. Tickets are now on sale at the box office.

In the other MSL Quarterfinals, Cobourg leads Oakville 1-0 and Brooklin leads Brampton 1-0.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Thomas Hoggarth (3-2)

Rob Hellyer (2-2)

Turner Evans (2-1)

Joe Resetarits (1-7)

Owen Hiltz (1-4)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Austin Hasen (1-0)

Dylan Hutchison (1-0)

Adam Thistlethwaite (0-1)

Lakers Will Face Owen Sound in Quarterfinals

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 06:51:57 GMT

Tickets go on sale Wednesday

The Century 21 Peterborough Lakers will open their 2024 Major Series Lacrosse quarterfinal this Thursday evening against the Owen Sound North Stars. The quarterfinals are a best-of-five round. Subsequent rounds will be best-of-seven series.

The Lakers (7-5-0) finished third in the MSL standings with 14 points, while Owen Sound (3-9-0) finished sixth with six points.

SCHEDULE

Game 1 (Home Game 1): Thursday, July 18 at 8:00 p.m. @ PMC
Game 2: Saturday July 20, at 7:00 p.m. @ Owen Sound
Game 3 (Home Game 2): Thursday, July 25 at 8:00 p.m. @ PMC

*Game 4: Saturday, July 27 time TBD @ Owen Sound
*Game 5 (Home Game 3): Sunday, July 28 at 7:00 p.m. @ PMC

*if necessary

TICKET INFORMATION

Single-game tickets for Game 1 (Home Game 1) and Game 3 (Home Game 2) will go on sale Wednesday, July 17th at 9:30 a.m . online, over the phone and in person at the box office. Single game tickets for Game 5 (Home Game 3) will go on sale Sunday, July 28 ^th if necessary.

For season ticket holders - Game 1 (Home Game 1) and Game 3 (Home Game 2) are included in your season ticket package. If you chose to have your tickets printed, you already have these tickets in hand. Please check to make sure you bring the correct ticket to each game. If you chose to have your tickets emailed, they will be emailed the Monday before each game as usual.

If needed, tickets for Game 5 (Home Game 3) will go on sale Sunday July 28th when the box office opens and will be held until the box office closes. Contract cards or photo ID are required to purchase seats.

As a season ticket holder, you can pre-authorize the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office to charge your credit card for rounds 2 (Semifinals), 3 (Finals) and the Mann Cup. Please call or visit the box office if you wish to take advantage of this option for future rounds.

Lakers Win Over Brampton in Playoff Tune-Up

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 07:51:07 GMT

"We love Lakers yes we do, we love Lakers how 'bout you?" - Camp Moshava

It’s earlier than usual, but it’s playoff time in Peterborough. The Century 21 Lakers played their final regular season game on Thursday night, beating the Brampton Excelsiors 11-6 at the Memorial Centre.

The Lakers now have a few days off while the Major Series Lacrosse season concludes. The Lakers will finish in third place, and while a playoff opponent is yet to be confirmed, the team expects to open the playoffs at home next Thursday, July 18.

The Lakers jumped out to an early 3-0 lead with goals from Dylan Hutchison, Jake Withers and Austin Hasen. Brampton’s Lucas Ferreira traded goals with Holden Cattoni before the Excelsiors added two more. Peterborough easily responded, with Owen Hiltz kicking off a three-goal run with the highlight of the night: a sweet behind-the-back marker. Hiltz caught the pass from Joe Resetarits as he cruised in front of the net, and casually tossed the ball over his left shoulder without looking. Matt Gilray and Joe Resetarits rounded out the period with the Lakers up 7-3.

"We took them for granted, they came out firing," said Colton Armstrong. "It was a close game at points but our offence did really well and our transition got some goals and that's what we're trying to key on, its the transition goals. I didn't get any, but Wiz and a couple of the other guys did. This was a stepping stone for playoffs."

Jake Withers finished with a perfect night at the face-off dot, going 21 for 21.

In the second, Hasen and Hiltz sandwiched a Seth VanSchepen goal with their second goals of the game.

In the third, Adam Thistlethwaite, playing up on offence, scored his first goal of the season to go along with an earlier assist, though his fight attempt later was deemed a roughing double minor so he didn’t quite get the Gordie Howe hat trick.

"It wasn't much of a fight, just a little scuffle but I guess I pulled them all together there for the Gordie almost. It was fun," smiled Thistlethwaite, whose goal celebration was a nod to Shawn Evans, as he did the point and pump at the 500 kids from Camp Moshava up in the Family Zone.

"We saw all the camp kids up there going crazy and someone said we gotta get 'em going! They went crazy for it," Thistlethwaite said.

Brampton scored a pair before Cattoni’s second found its way into an empty net.

Camp Moshava amped up the crowd all game long, even starting the wave in the second period.

"It was almost like NLL vibes in here tonight," Armstrong said. "We had goosebumps in warmup. They were singing songs over the DJ here. It was a really cool atmosphere to have all those people up there cheering us on. I'm not sure if it was their first lacrosse game or they've been here before, but I hope they come back for more in the playoffs."

It was Little Lakers’ Night at the arena and over $4000 was raised for Five Counties Children’s Centre through a bucket pass in the first period. Funds will also come from the proceeds of a silent auction which concluded after the game. The Lakers wore special warm up shirts (designed by kindergarten students Raelynn and Bailey) which will be auctioned off online, the proceeds of which will also go towards Five Counties - stay tuned for bidding information!

Playoff information will be released as soon as it’s confirmed.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Holden Cattoni (2-2)

Austin Hasen (2-1)

Owen Hiltz (2-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-4)

Jake Withers (1-2)

Adam Thistlethwaite (1-1)

Matt Gilray (1-1)

Dylan Hutchison (1-0)

Turner Evans (0-4)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Koleton Marquis (0-1)

Landon Kells (0-1)

Lakers fall to Chiefs at ILA

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 04:10:03 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers fell to the Six Nations Chiefs 12-7 on Tuesday night at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena.

The game was tied 2-2 midway through the first but an eight-goal run by Six Nations sank the Lakers. A shorthanded goal from Carter Page stopped the run late in the second, and the Lakers finished the period on a two-goal run of their own, down by six.

Joe Resetarits led the Lakers with a hat trick and two assists, while Koleton Marquis scored twice and added two assists. The Chiefs were led by Lyle Thompson’s four goals and one assist. Warren Hill got the win in goal. Doug Buchan was lifted in favour of Landon Kells after the Chiefs’ ninth goal.

With the loss, the Lakers cannot finish higher than third place, and could still be passed by the Oakville Rock who have three games left.

Only one game remains in the regular season for the Lakers, who will host the Brampton Excelsiors on Thursday night at 8 p.m. at the Memorial Centre. It’s Little Lakers Night in support of Five Counties Children’s Centre. Tickets for Thursday’s game are on sale at the Memorial Centre.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Joe Resetarits (3-2)

Koleton Marquis (2-2)

Colin Matthews (1-0)

Carter Page (1-0)

Rob Hellyer (0-4)

Owen Hiltz (0-3)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)

Trevor McDonald (0-1)

Jordan Stouros (0-1)

Ernie Ellement Receives Bobby Allan Legacy Award

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 02:45:56 GMT

This year's winner of the Bobby Allan Legacy Award is Lakers' alumnus Ernie Ellement. Allan presented Ellement with the award at the July 4 Lakers vs Kodiaks game.

Here's the speech that was read over the PA system during the presentation:

It is with great honour and privilege that we announce the recipient of this year’s prestigious Bob Allan Legacy Award. This award recognizes an individual who has exhibited exceptional dedication and long-term contributions to the game of lacrosse and its community.

Join me in congratulating Ernie Ellement as this year's well-deserved recipient! Please welcome Ernie, alongside his wife Sandra, daughter Olivia, and grandkids Jackson, Jayden, and Reilly, to the floor.

Ernie's playing legacy in lacrosse includes being part of the 1984 Mann Cup winning team and founding the Boro Boys Seasonal Lacrosse League, which he manages and plays for. Ernie won multiple OFSAA Provincial Field Lacrosse Championships and was a recent an inductee into the Kenner Wall of Honour.

Off the field, Ernie's dedication to organizing and volunteering for numerous sports teams at St. Peters and Sacred Heart schools has made a lasting difference in the lives of many young athletes. Furthermore, Ernie's devotion to the Special Olympics community in Peterborough is truly commendable. Whether through volunteering, coaching, or organizing, he has been a beacon of light for Special Olympics athletes for many years. His efforts were recognized when he was bestowed with the title of 2018 Educator of the Year by Special Olympics Ontario, a well-deserved honor indeed.

Ernie's recent 12-hour "Lacrosse Day for Our Champions" event raised over $10,000 for Special Olympics Peterborough and the Special Olympics School Championships. His commitment to making a difference is truly unparalleled.

And now, please join me in welcoming Bob Allan, who will be presenting Ernie with this well-deserved award. Let's give a resounding round of applause to Ernie Ellement, the recipient of the Bob Allan Legacy award!

Last year's winner was Len Powers.

Lakers Get Back-to-Back Wins to Open July

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 06:27:04 GMT

Call it a successful week for the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers after they picked up back-to-back wins this week. Wednesday night the Lakers beat the Brooklin Lacrosse Club at Irqouois Park Sports Centre, and then they returned home to the Memorial Centre to beat the Cobourg Kodiaks 15-7.

“The vibes are high,” said Landon Kells, who got the win Wednesday, making 33 saves including a stretch of 30+ minutes of scoreless lacrosse. Doug Buchan got the win Thursday, making 44 saves.

“The guys knew we definitely needed that one and it was one of the more complete games we played all year,” Kells said. “We let our foot off the gas at the start of the third but we battled back and shut them down when we needed to.”

Wednesday’s game was tied 2-2 after the first, and the Lakers led 6-2 after the second. They ran into some penalty trouble in the third which allowed Brooklin back into the game. Carter Page’s second goal of the game was the game winner. He picked up Owen Hiltz’s behind-the-back attempt and tucked in the rebound.

Page, and a host of other young players, did yeoman’s work for the Lakers this week with a number of regulars missing – nine on Thursday night.

Koleton Marquis led the effort against Cobourg, scoring three times and adding six assists for nine points. Hiltz added a pair of goals and five assists. Thomas Hoggarth, who missed Wednesday’s game due to illness, came back to score another hat trick, including another goal of the year candidate, a fluid behind-the-back marker.

After being shut out on the power play Wednesday, the Lakers went 6/7 Thursday with Cobourg taking undisciplined penalties late in the second period and throughout the third. The last six goals the Lakers scored were on the man advantage.

“We worked hard. They worked really hard. It was a really good start and the energy that they had carried throughout the entire game,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “As TK likes to say, energy is contagious and it was tonight for us.”

The Lakers ran a class on discipline Thursday after seeing their lead slip away late on Wednesday after emotions boiled over.

Dustyn Birkhoff cross checked Owen Hiltz high in the back of the head with 8:05 left to play Thursday, but the Lakers stayed calm and drew a five minute power lay instead of negating a power play by retaliating.

“We’re the Lakeshow. We put on a show,” said Armstrong. “We don’t go out and fight, we put the ball in the net. The crowd was behind us and when they did some stupid stuff the crowd would get up and get mad at them, so we used that momentum and put the ball in the net instead of sitting there trying to slash or fight.”

In addition to Page, seeing extra playing time this week were defencemen Adam Thistlethwaite, Holden Lowes and Andrew Vradenburg.

With the Jr. A and Jr. C Lakers, as well as Ennismore Sr. B, all in action Thursday, the Lakers called up Brayden Hickey from Clearview Sr. B to help fill out the roster, and he had a goal in his debut, picking up his own rebound to beat Jackson Brown in Cobourg’s goal.

Thursday was a reunion of sorts – all three coaches on the Kodiaks’ bench are former Lakers: Brandon Francis, Darryl Gibson and Kyle Laverty. Zach Thompson and Nick Webb are a Jr. A Lakers graduate, and Dustyn Birkhoff is a Peterborough native. On the Peterborough side, Cam Milligan, Colton Armstrong, Dylan Hutchison and Joey Cupido are all former Kodiaks.

Gibson and Lakers’ assistant coach Bobby Keast are coaching Team Jamaica at the upcoming World Box Lacrosse Championships in September.

Only two games remain in the Lakers’ regular season. They are on the road Tuesday to play the undefeated Six Nations Chiefs before finishing at home on Thursday against the Brampton Excelsiors. Tickets for Thursday’s game are on sale at the Memorial Centre.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Wednesday

Carter Page (2-1)

Turner Evans (2-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Owen Hiltz (1-1)

Joey Cupido (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (0-2)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Holden Lowes (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Holden Cattoni (0-1)

Thursday

Koleton Marquis (3-6)

Thomas Hoggarth (3-0)

Owen Hiltz (2-5)

Colton Armstrong (2-0)

Cam Milligan (1-3)

Braydon Hickey (1-3)

Carter Page (1-2)

Jake Withers (1-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-1)

Andrew Vradenburg (0-1)

Brian Cowie Presented With Eagle Feather

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 07:48:04 GMT

Thursday night, the Lakers hosted Every Child Matters night at the Memorial Centre. It was a true celebration of the Indigenous Heritage of lacrosse, with dancers from Turtle Island participating in the pre-game ceremonies.

But the highlight of the night was the presentation of an Eagle Feather from Hiawatha Nation to Lakers' Director of Communications Brian Cowie.

And watch Chief Laurie Carr's explanation of the importance of the Eagle Feather below.

Here's the speech that was read over the PA:

"Ladies and gentlemen, tonight we gather to honor a remarkable individual whose dedication and contributions have left an undeniable mark on the sport of lacrosse and the Century 21 Lakers organization.

Brian Cowie is a man of many talents, serving tirelessly in various capacities in the communities of Peterborough and Hiawatha. From his impactful role on the Trent University Board of Governors to his current position as the chair of the Hiawatha Economic Development Corporation, Brian epitomizes leadership and commitment in all that he does.

However, tonight we shine a spotlight on Brian's unwavering dedication and profound contributions to lacrosse. A pivotal moment in his lacrosse journey was his 1978 Mann Cup victory with the Red Oaks, alongside his brother Gerard. Fast forward 40 years, and we find Brian serving on the board of the Century 21 Lakers, helping steer organization through an incredible streak of four consecutive Mann Cup victories.

Since joining the board in 2015, Brian has been a guiding force, constantly prioritizing the needs of the organization and advocating for the future generations of lacrosse players. Brian's expertise in legal matters and his invaluable insights have been instrumental in navigating negotiations and decisions with the city. His quiet yet firm voice commands attention, and his wisdom is a guiding light for the entire organization. He reminds us of the importance of nurturing the young spirits who will carry the legacy of Peterborough lacrosse forward for years to come.

Tonight, we honor Brian Cowie not just for his achievements on the field, but for his enduring commitment to the sport, the community, and the future of lacrosse. Let us applaud and celebrate the remarkable contributions of this deserving recipient of the Eagle Feather Award."

Lakers Fall to Chiefs 14-7

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 06:31:09 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers met a giant on Thursday evening at the Memorial Centre, falling 14-7 to the defending Mann Cup champion Six Nations Chiefs.

It was the first time the two teams had faced each other since the Chiefs swept the Lakers in the MSL Finals last summer en route to beating New Westminster for the national title.

The Lakers fell behind early, trailing 5-2 after the first period, and their offence could not keep up with the Chiefs, who got multiple goal goals from Lyle Thompson, Eli McLaughlin, Austin Staats, Dhane Smith and Travis Longboat. Joe Resetarits and Thomas Hoggarth each had a hat trick for the Lakers, and Holden Cattoni also scored.

Resetarits realized that in addition to the prowess of the Chiefs, the Lakers had battled all week in two prior games against Owen Sound, and fatigue could have been an issue for the Lakers, who came out flat in the first period. He’s looking forward to the rematch July 9 in Six Nations when the Lakers might have fresher legs.

“That’s the joy of having another chance to play them. We learned what to expect,” Resetarits said after the game. “Obviously, they’re a phenomenal team. We can’t just sit back and accept that. We have to go out there and play and take it to them as much as we can, dictate the pace as much as we can. Try to help the defence out: offensively, we have to start putting the ball in the net.”

Carter Page and Tommy Collins debuted for the Lakers on offence. Page played as a call-up last season a few times but he was happy to get back into the lineup.

"It was a great atmosphere tonight," he said. "A hometown boy playing in Peterborough is something you look forward to your whole life so getting in the lineup and getting to play with these guys I've grown up watching is huge."

A win would have been better but Page thanked the crowd for staying behind the team. "Peterborough is always here, we’re a lacrosse town. They're all going to rally behind us and support us any way possible."

Missing were Jake Withers (celebrating the birth of his son Wesley on Wednesday night), Robert Hope and Turner Evans (coaching the Jr. A Lakers), Koleton Marquis, Austin Hasen, Cam Milligan and Doug Buchan. Scratched were Holden Lowes and Andrew Vradenburg.

Drew Hutchison backed up Landon Kells, and took over the goal in the third period when it was 13-4.

The Lakers’ record falls to 4-4-0 yet they stay in third place in the MSL standings with four games remaining in the regular season. It was the third loss for the Lakers in their four home games so far.

They’re off until next Wednesday, July 3 when they visit the Brooklin Lacrosse Club at Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby. They’ll return home the next evening to host the Cobourg Kodiaks. Tickets are on sale at the box office.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Joe Resetarits (3-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (3-1)

Holden Cattoni (1-0)

Rob Hellyer (0-4)

Taite Cattoni (0-2)

Taylor Jensen (0-1)

Decisive Win Over North Stars for Lakers

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 04:27:19 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers picked up a second consecutive decisive win over the Owen Sound North Stars on Tuesday, beating the MSL’s newest team 13-7 at the Memorial Centre. The Lakers beat the North Stars 15-8 on Saturday in Owen Sound.

The win moves the Lakers into third place, ahead of Oakville and surging Cobourg Kodiaks, twice winners over Oakville this week.

“I thought we had a really good second period,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “Defensively, we were dictating, getting on hands, putting them in tough spots to shoot. Dougie (Buchan) was able to just play his angles and made some great saves. We played with pace and a lot of purpose. We were hesitant to start but as we progressed we got a little bit better.”

Peterborough led 6-3 after the first period, and 10-3 after the second with goaltender Doug Buchan holding the North Stars scoreless in the frame. Owen Sound showed signs of life in the third, outscoring the Lakers 4-3 with some help from the power play.

Thomas Hoggarth led the Lakers with three goals and five assists, Holden Cattoni had three goals and three assists, and Joe Resetarits had a pair of goals and five assists. Buchan made saves in goal.

The Lakers honoured the Mann Cup winning teams from 1984 and 2004, for their 40 ^th and 20 ^th anniversaries. Players and staff from each team were honoured on the floor.

“It doesn’t seem like 20 years ago,” said Dan Carey, of the 2004 team. “What sticks out, what I remember is the guys. Being here tonight and seeing teammates and our old coaching staff, and even the support staff, brings you back to that time. Seeing everyone here makes you realize what you were able to accomplish, and gives you gratitude and appreciation for the whole team and the fans that were here.”

The Lakers are right back on home floor Thursday to host the Six Nations Chiefs. Tickets are on sale through the Memorial Centre box office.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Thomas Hoggarth (3-5)

Holden Cattoni (3-3)

Joe Resetarits (2-5)

Koleton Marquis (2-2)

Turner Evans (2-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-2)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Doug Buchan (0-1)

Limited Edition Beer Available at Laker Games

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 02:48:22 GMT

Bobcaygeon Brewing Company and Century 21 Lakers are proud to announce the launch of their new limited release ‘Lakers edition’ of Bobcaygeon Brewing Company’s Cottage Lager.

This new can, available throughout the season at all Century 21 Lakers home games, features a mesh Lakers jersey-inspired logo, bringing the Lakers logo and iconic red and blue colours alongside the traditional Bobcaygeon Brewing loon and tree line.

Cottage Lager is Bobcaygeon Brewing’s flagship lager. It features a chill, crisp, refreshing flavour with a subtle sweetness and very slight hop presence. It’s a beer meant to be enjoyed by all lacrosse fans, whether they be traditional craft beer drinkers or those who enjoy a more traditional clean-drinking lager.

In addition to being available at all Century 21 Lakers home games, you can find the Lakers edition of Cottage Lager at the Bobcaygeon Brewing Company retail store, located in Peterborough at 649 The Parkway, as well as at local farmers markets, including Peterborough, Lakefield, Bobcaygeon, Lindsay and Clarington.

Successful Trip to Owen Sound for Century 21 Lakers

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 06:41:03 GMT

Nearby tornado no match for Lakers

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers evened their record at .500 on Saturday night with a 15-8 win over the Owen Sound North Stars at the Harry Lumley Bayshore Community Centre. They’re now halfway through their 12-game regular season.

It was the Lakers’ first trip to Owen Sound to visit the new Major Series Lacrosse team, and it was eventful. It was a full four-hour trip south and then west. The Lakers arrived to find their little brothers from the Ennismore James Gang down 8-7 to the Sr. B North Stars, and cheered them on to their first victory of the season, 11-10 in overtime.

During the Lakers game, there was a tornado warning issues for the area. There were unconfirmed reports of a tornado sighting out on Georgian Bay, but the arena was safe despite the mighty downpour outside.

The North Stars are 0-6 on the season, but Lakers’ defensive coach Bobby Keast said they weren’t taken lightly, and Peterborough had to work for everything they got during the game.

“We knew they were going to come and really compete. They’re a young, athletic team and they challenged us, pushed the pace. Exactly what we thought we’d see… I thought our offence moved the ball extremely well, which made it really hard for them to use their energy to their advantage. Defensively… I thought we made some adjustments and were able to equal their energy and build on it for the third and outwork them.”

The game was tied after the first period, with Owen Sound taking the edge in faceoff wins, loose balls and transition. Down 3-2, Turner Evans scored with six seconds remaining in the first, on a power play, to tie it.

The Lakers opened it up early in the second, scoring three goals in the first three minutes of the period. Owen Sound responded with a pair before a high-sticking major to Mitch Gustavsen allowed the Lakers to score twice on the power play. Each team scored three more to close out the period with the Lakers up 11-8.

Landon Kells stopped every shot he faced in the third period while Peterborough added four more goals.

Rob Hellyer, a native of nearby Lion's Head, led the Lakers with three goals and four assists, while Austin Hasen scored a hat trick and added two assists. Turner Evans contributed six points including two goals and four assists.

Kells got the win in goal over Kaleb Martin in Owen Sound’s net.

The Lakers are back home for a pair of games next week. Tuesday they host the North Stars on a night honouring the 1984 and 2004 Mann Cup champion Laker teams, and Thursday they host the Six Nations Chiefs. Tickets for both games are on sale through the Memorial Centre box office.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Rob Hellyer (3-4)

Austin Hasen (3-2)

Turner Evans (2-4)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-3)

Taite Cattoni (2-1)

Holden Cattoni (1-3)

Mitch Ogilvie (1-1)

Dylan Hutchison (1-0)

Cam Milligan (0-2)

Robert Hope (0-2)

Andrew Vradenburg (0-2)

Owen Hiltz (0-1)

Lakers Fall to Rock Again

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 06:17:46 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers fell to the Oakville Rock 9-8 in overtime on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre. It was the Lakers’ second loss in as many home games this season, and their second loss to Oakville. It drops the Lakers’ record to 2-3 nearly halfway through the 12-game season.

“With all the success we had in the past, I think it’s good for us to go through it right now, get it over with at the start of the year so we can find our way during the playoffs,” remarked forward Thomas Hoggarth, who led the Lakers’ offence with five goals.

Sam English’s second goal of the game was the winner, scored with 3:56 remaining in the 10-minute sudden death period.

It was Sport a Rainbow Celebrates Pride, presented by Circul Air Corp. at the arena, and the Lakers wore unique, limited edition Pride-themed jerseys for the game. The jerseys are available for auction via https://web.dashapp.io/event/66707655ceb32c00087f2620 or the DASH Auctions app until Friday night at 9 p.m.

Sport a Rainbow is a pledge-based organization with the goal of eradicating hateful speech and actions in sport, and was founded by Lakers’ game night coordinator Rose Powers. It was the second year the Lakers have hosted a Pride-themed game.

Hoggarth sent the game to overtime with his fifth marker of the night, converting Rob Hellyer’s pass as he cut through the middle. He was the only Laker to beat Nick Rose more than once.

“I think we had our shots and Rosey played well,” Hoggarth said. “He played unreal. He’s one of the top goalies in the league and he proved it tonight. Next time those’ll drop for us.”

In the first period, Mitch Ogilvie and Colton Armstrong were stopped on consecutive transition attempts before Andrew Kew opened the scoring for Oakville, ripping an outside shot on following play. Matt Gilray tied it up 59 seconds later, finishing off a two-on-one with Joey Cupido. Hoggarth followed that up with his first of the night, cutting up the middle. A two-on-one the other way saw Alex Kew (younger brother of the aforementioned Andrew) tie the game 2-2 with his first MSL goal. Hoggarth put the Lakers up 3-2 with 1:26 left in the period, slipping the ball over Rose’s left shoulder.

In the second, Nathan Grenon tied the game at three before Hoggarth went over Rose’s other shoulder for his hat trick goal. Joe Resetarits put the Lakers up 5-3 off a behind-the-back flip pass from Rob Hellyer, but the Rock then rattled off four goals in a row to lead 7-5 after 40 minutes.

“The offence was having some success in the first period and in the second we got away from some of the things we did in the first,” explained defensive coach Bobby Keast. “When they can get off the floor and allow our D to get out and meet guys straight up instead of chasing, we have a great opportunity to shut them down. We got in a track meet with them and right now we’re losing those battles.”

Amid making 46 saves, Doug Buchan held the Rock to a single goal in the third period, allowing the Lakers to catch up. Owen Hiltz blasted in a transition goal off the bench, and Hoggarth got them back within a goal with 4:35 left.

“Dougie held them to one in the third which he needed to do to give us an opportunity to go to overtime,” Keast said. “Nick Rose is a world-class goalie. He’s proved it this past winter and he did it again tonight.”

Andrew Kew led the Rock with a hat trick and two assists, and Nathan Grenon added two goals and two assists. Rose made 58 saves.

Keast is assured that the Lakers will turn things around.

“The coaching staff and the group that’s in [our] dressing room, they are committed to making us right,” he said. “We’re doing little things to make improvements and we as coaches are seeing differences. We just have to put it together for a full 60 minutes.”

After the game, Rose Powers addressed the team in the locker room, discussing why the Sport A Rainbow pledge to eradicate hateful speech and actions in sports is so important to continue to do. It was a good message for the players to hear after a loss, to help put things in perspective.

The Lakers have their first trip to visit the Owen Sound North Stars on Saturday at 7 p.m. They’re back home for a pair of home games next week. Tuesday they host the North Stars on a night honouring the 1984 and 2004 Mann Cup champion Laker teams, and Thursday they host the Six Nations Chiefs. Tickets for both games are on sale through the Memorial Centre box office.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Thomas Hoggarth (5-0)

Joe Resetarits (1-1)

Owen Hiltz (1-0)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Rob Hellyer (0-4)

Joey Cupido (0-2)

Holden Cattoni (0-2)

Turner Evans (0-1)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Taite Cattoni (0-1)

It's Pride Night at the Lakers' Game Tonight!

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 06:35:06 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are excited to bring back their Pride Night initiative this Thursday, June 20 during their game versus the Oakville Rock, 8 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

Sport a Rainbow Celebrates Pride, presented by Circul Air Corp., will feature an online jersey auction via DASH with the Lakers auctioning off specially-created Pride Night jerseys. Proceeds from the game-worn jersey auction will benefit Sport a Rainbow.

For efficiency, fans are encouraged to sign up for their DASH account prior to game time. The auction will go live at 7 p.m. Thursday, and conclude at 9 p.m. Friday. Keep an eye out for more auctions through DASH throughout the regular season and playoffs!

https://web.dashapp.io

Take the Sport a Rainbow pledge with us:

"By sporting a rainbow, I understand that all athletes, coaches and competitors deserve to participate in sport free of judgement. I will help by speaking up against hateful speech and actions in my sport. Because it's about more than just the game."

https://sportarainbow.ca

Tickets for Thursday’s game are now on sale at the Memorial Centre box office.

Record even at 2-2 after 9-3 win over Cobourg

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 08:53:02 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers evened their Major Series Lacrosse record at 2-2 on Sunday after a 9-3 win over the Cobourg Kodiaks at the Cobourg Community Centre.

Landon Kells got his first start of the season and made 42 saves. Holden Cattoni and Rob Hellyer led on the scoresheet with a pair of goals each and three and two assists, respectively. Koleton Marquis, Colton Armstrong, Taite Cattoni and Austin Hasen also scored.

“We knew they were a young, fast team and we knew we had to come out, coming off a loss, to get back to 500,” said Armstrong, who was acquired from the Kodiaks last summer. “There’s a lot more younger guys there who just want to play lacrosse and get better.”

The Lakers led 2-1 after the first period, and 7-2 after the second. The third period was feisty, with Kells stopping a penalty shot, Austin Hasen fighting Nick Webb and featuring a combined 62 penalty minutes.

Steven Orleman was strong in Cobourg’s net, making 42 saves on 51 Lakers’ shots. Braeden Saris and Aaron Woods each had two points in the loss.

Missing for the Lakers were Cam Milligan, Joe Resetarits and Jordan Stouros. Jake Withers served a game’s suspension as a result of penalties taken on Thursday. Scratched were Holden Lowes and Andrew Vradenburg.

The Lakers are next in action this Thursday, June 20 when they host the Oakville Rock at the Memorial Centre. Tickets are on sale at the box office.

“We left the fans disappointed last Thursday so I think we owe them one. I think we owe ourselves one,” Armstrong said.

After that, the Lakers will make their first trip to Owen Sound to visit the North Stars on Saturday evening at 7 p.m.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Holden Cattoni (2-3)

Rob Hellyer (2-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-4)

Koleton Marquis (1-1)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (1-0)

Austin Hasen (1-0)

Turner Evans (0-1)

Owen Hiltz (0-1)

Lakers Fall to Brooklin in Home Opener

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:06:38 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers dropped their 2024 home opener 9-7 to the Brooklin Lacrosse Club on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre. The Lakers’ record falls to 1-2 with the loss and puts them in fourth place, which is a strange place for the 18-time Mann Cup champions to be in. Brooklin sits in first place with a 5-1 record.

“Pretty pedestrian effort for 40 minutes and then we tried to chase the game in the third and it was too little, too late. It was a tough loss,” said forward Holden Cattoni, who scored a pair of goals for the home side.

“Most importantly for us is about figuring out what our identity is going to be this year… we have to be more urgent about what we’re doing and not just expecting to put on a Lakers jersey and be able to put up 10. We have to be more detail oriented,” explained offensive coach Tracey Kelusky.

The Lakers had trouble sustaining pressure in the early going, and Brooklin jumped out to a 3-0 but the 9:31 mark of the first period. Thomas Hoggarth got the Lakers on the board at the 11:48 mark, catching the pass from Holden Cattoni and whipping around to fire a shot past Zach Higgins. BLC added one more before the period was out for a 4-1 lead.

“They came here with a game plan,” said Kelusky. “I wouldn’t say they outworked us… I thought we worked hard all night. Give credit to their goalie. We put a lot of balls on him early, quality shots. We hit five crossbars in the first period.”

Owen Hiltz made a sharp-angle pass to Joe Resetarits cutting to the net to open the second period right after the Lakers killed off a penalty. The Lakers went on a power play of their own but had the tables turned on them when Dylan Robinson sprang free in transition and scored shorthanded.

Cattoni picked the top right top corner at 9:08, but Connor Kearnan replied 57 seconds later, the goal counting despite what should have been a crease call. With under two minutes to go, Hoggarth fired a slow underhand on net and it went in, but once again, Brooklin responded right away. The faceoff was awarded to Brooklin on a technicality, and Kearnan scooped up the ball on the fast restart beat two defenders before beating Doug Buchan.

Jake Withers was ejected from the game at that point, picking up 2, 10, and a game for mouthing off. Brooklin led 7-4 after the second.

“Keaster (defensive coach Bobby Keast) addressed it in the locker room,” Kelusky said. “That’s not Lakers style, that’s not our way to go about chirping the refs. It’s not pouting, but it’s looking for excuses. It’s a clean up. We have to figure out what the identity in this locker room is.”

Turner Evans picked up a bouncing ball and scored an outside shot 2:54 into the third period. Tanner Cook replied in transition to restore Brooklin’s three-goal lead. Cam Milligan closed the gap again with another long shot. Holden Cattoni then pulled the Lakers within a goal at 8-7 with three minutes left. The Lakers desperately attempted to tie it, and were incensed when rookie Koleton Marquis was drilled down from behind after Cattoni picked off a pass near the Brooklin bench. With Marquis down and the Lakers expecting a penalty to be called – it wasn’t – Brooklin ran down to score into the empty net.

There were still 3.8 seconds left when Thomas Hoggarth, Taite Cattoni and Holden Cattoni received misconducts – the game ended with Turner Evans taking a five minute roughing penalty for trying to square off with Mike Byrne while the teams debated whether they would leave the floor or not.

“I think there were a couple plays where there should have been a penalty and I think they had too many men when we picked off the pass there at the bench. That’s just another excuse though. We can’t put ourselves in that scenario,” Cattoni stated.

Doug Buchan stopped 31/40 shots faced. Zach Higgins made 49 saves on 56 shots for Brooklin, which was led by three-point efforts from Luke Keenan and Tanner Cook.

Attendance was 2968 for the first Lakers’ game since last August’s MSL Finals defeat.

“It’s always special playing here, it’s unlike anywhere else,” Cattoni said. “Unfortunate that it was the home opener and this was the show that we gave them tonight. We have to be better next week when we’re back here.”

Missing were both Mike and Austin Hasen (attending a family event), Rob Hellyer, Blake McDonald and Jordan Stouros. Scratched were Carter Page, Andrew Vradenburg, Holden Lowes and Adam Thistlethwaite.

The Lakers are next in action this Sunday, June 16 when they visit the Cobourg Kodiaks at the Cobourg Community Centre at 6 p.m. Their next home game is Thursday, June 20 when they host the Oakville Rock at the Memorial Centre. Tickets are on sale at the box office.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Holden Cattoni (2-0)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-0)

Turner Evans (1-3)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Cam Milligan (1-1)

Owen Hiltz (0-2)

Koleton Marquis (0-1)

Taite Cattoni (0-1)

Lakers Pick Up First Win of Season!

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 23:09:30 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers picked up their first win of the season on Thursday night, beating the Brampton Excelsiors 12-6 at Brampton’s Memorial Arena.

Tied 3-3 after the first, the Lakers used a 6-0 second period to outpace the Excelsiors to move to 1-1 on the season after an opening game loss to Oakville on Monday.

Joe Resetarits led the offense with four goals and one assist. Rob Hellyer made his debut on the right side with Resetarits and contributed a goal and five assists.

“It’s fun being on the right side against those guys for once and being on that bench,” Hellyer said. “I’ve played against a lot of the Lakers for a long time so being on the same side is a lot of fun. There’s always some growing pains, the first period was a little bit like that, but at the end of the day it’s lacrosse, so it was fairly seamless.”

After Brampton opened the scoring, Taite Cattoni evened it 1-1 with a shot over goaltender Will Johnston’s left shoulder. Dylan Hutchison capitalized on a transition run to make it 2-1. Brampton took a brief 3-2 lead but Joe Resetarits popped in his first of the game with 2:38 left in the period to send the teams to the dressing room for a much needed water and air break (it was HOT in the arena) tied 3-3.

Holden Cattoni’s first of the season opened up the second period. Resetarits scored shorthanded, followed by goals from Austin Hasen, another from Holden Cattoni, Taylor Jensen with his first in transition, and Resetarits again with a low buzzer beater made it 9-3 after the second.

Brampton got a couple more early in the third, but the defence locked down and the offence kept pace. Owen Hiltz had the play of the game with a steal, picking the ball off an Excelsior looking to break out, and sending a quick pass over to Resetarits, who blasted in his fourth. That made it 10-5 with 11 minutes left in the game.

Mitch Ogilvie finally got his first of the season on a clear cut breakaway after being denied on two other attempts earlier in the game. Rob Hellyer capped the game with his first as a Laker.

Doug Buchan made a number of key saves for the Lakers and kept the Excelsiors scoreless for a span of 30:42 throughout the middle of the game.

Andrew Vradenburg and Holden Lowes were scratched for the Lakers. Missing were Turner Evans, Jake Withers, Robert Hope and Thomas Hoggarth.

Matt Gilray and Mitch Ogilvie combined to go 13/20 on faceoffs in the game in Withers’ absence, including a 7/7 first period.

The Lakers are next in action on Thursday, June 13, for their heavily-anticipated 2024 home opener. The Brooklin Lacrosse Club is in town and the Lakers are looking to move to 2-1. Game time is at the usual 8 p.m. Season tickets for the Lakers’ six-game home schedule are still available at the box office. Single-game tickets are now on sale for all six games as well.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Joe Resetarits (4-1)

Holden Cattoni (2-2)

Rob Hellyer (1-5)

Taite Cattoni (1-2)

Dylan Hutchison (1-1)

Austin Hasen (1-0)

Taylor Jensen (1-0)

Mitch Ogilvie (1-0)

Cam Milligan (0-2)

Jordan Stouros (0-2)

Owen Hiltz (0-2)

Koleton Marquis (0-1)

Joey Cupido (0-1)

Lakers Add Two Defensemen Through Free Agency

Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:59:32 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are proud to announce the additions of two new defenders through free agency, Joey Cupido and Taylor Jensen.

Cupido is well-known to Lakers fans as a former member of the Cobourg Kodiaks and Six Nations Chiefs. Cupido spent last MSL season injured and on the bench as an assistant coach with the Chiefs during their Mann Cup run. The 33-year-old been hoping play again this season but was released by the Chiefs.

“Being an older guy and a veteran will help,” Cupido said. “Every year I learn a little bit more of the game and having an opportunity to step behind the bench I got to see things from a different vantage point. That’s certainly going to help my game and hopefully I can pass on some of those things to the younger guys as well.”

Cupido is a runner – he’s always a threat to score in transition and fans will delight in watching him speed up the floor with the ball.

“They’re going to get 100% from me every night; I’m someone who works [hard] every single shift and hopefully provides a little spark in transition. I’m honoured to join such a team that’s steeped with history and tradition and I’m happy to able to contribute.”

Jensen made his professional debut this winter for Mike Hasen’s Rochester Knighthawks, and is now tackling his rookie MSL season. The 25-year-old hails from New Westminster, BC, and played junior A lacrosse for the Salmonbellies. He is the younger brother of NLL MVP Josh Byrne. He was in the lineup on Monday in Oakville.

The Lakers are on the road this Thursday in Brampton, with both Cupido and Jensen, as well as Rob Hellyer, recently acquired in a trade, expected to be in the lineup.

Single-game tickets for all six home games go on sale Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m. through the Peterborough Memorial Centre box office. The Lakers’ home opener is set for Thursday, June 13 at 8 p.m. vs Oakville.

Photo of Joey Cupido by John Harrison/NLL

Lakers and Alumni Set to Honour 1984 & 2004 Mann Cup champions

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 20:07:10 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers and Peterborough Lakers Alumni are proud to announce a special celebration to honour the 1984 and 2004 Mann Cup winning teams.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the 2004 team’s national senior lacrosse championship win, and the 40th anniversary of the 1984 team's Mann Cup victory. To commemorate these milestones, the Lakers and Lakers Alumni are teaming up to host two special events.

The festivities kick off with the Alumni Golf Tournament presented by Top Prospects Lacrosse on June 21st at Keystone Links. Each participant will receive a commemorative Peterborough Lakers Alumni hat featuring the 1984 and 2004 teams courtesy of Imprinted Apparel.

On Tuesday, June 25th, the Lakers will host both teams for a special ceremony, where they will be honoured for their achievements. The Lakers take on Owen Sound that evening at 8 p.m.

"We are thrilled to recognize the achievements of these two legendary teams," said Dean Porter, president of the Lakers Alumni. "Their contributions to the sport of lacrosse and the Peterborough community are immeasurable, and we are honoured to celebrate their success."

Any members from the 1984 or 2004 teams that plan to attend either event asked to contact Len Powers, chair of the Lakers’ board, at len.powers@outlook.com , to confirm their attendance.

“We hope to see you all out at the alumni golf tournament on June 21 ^st , and we’re looking forward to seeing you June 25 ^th to celebrate two great championship teams,” Powers stated.

Lakers fall to Rock in season opener

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:28:47 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers played strong lacrosse for 40 minutes in their season opener on Monday night, but ultimately fell 13-10 to the Oakville Rock at the Toronto Rock Athletic Centre.

Leading 8-4 after the second period, Jake Withers scored off the third period’s opening faceoff to increase the Lakers’ lead to 9-4. But then the Rock roared back, outscoring the Lakers 9-1 down the stretch. They started with five in a span of just over five minutes to tie the game. Thomas Hoggarth’s hat trick goal put Peterborough back up 10-9, but the Rock scored four goals in the final 1:46 (including two empty netters) for the win.

Ryan Lanchbury led Oakville with 2 goals and 4 assists.

There were positives in the initial outing: Jake Withers won 22 of 24 draws and scored twice, once off his own face-off win; rookie Koleton Marquis scored in his debut and added two assists; and the Lakers outshot the Rock 57-43.

The Rock opened the scoring but the Lakers quickly went up 3-1 in the first. Hoggarth scored a pair before Taite Cattoni stung the top right corner. After Oakville tied it up 3-3, Withers caught the pass from Eric Shewell and ran alone up the field to easily beat Troy Holowchuk one on one.

Marquis’ goal came on a second chance after a Taite Cattoni rebound; Marquis grabbed the ball and threw two fakes as he tiptoed the crease before scoring. Owen Hiltz followed that up with a rebound on a sharp-angle shot 26 seconds later. Joe Resetarits capitalized 28 seconds after that for the 7-4 lead. That was all the scoring in the second period until Dylan Hutchison hit a buzzer beater with a blast from the line with one second left.

Doug Buchan made 30 saves on 41 shots in his return to the Lakers' net after playing Sr. B last season.

The Lakers also added Rochester Knighthawks’ defender Taylor Jensen to the lineup on Monday; Jensen is the brother of NLL MVP Josh Byrne. The 6’2 New Westminster native is a recent graduate of RIT, where he was a two-time national champion.

Andrew Vradenburg and Cam Milligan were scratched for the Lakers. Missing were Colton Armstrong, Rob Hellyer and Robert Hope.

The Lakers are right back on the road Thursday when they visit the Brampton Excelsiors at Brampton’s Memorial Arena at 8 p.m. The game will not be televised or streamed.

Season tickets for the Lakers’ six-game home schedule are still available at the box office. Single-game tickets go on sale June 6, and the home opener is on June 13.

SCORING FOR THE LAKERS:

Thomas Hoggarth (3-2)

Jake Withers (2-1)

Joe Resetarits (1-2)

Koleton Marquis (1-2)

Taite Cattoni (1-2)

Owen Hiltz (1-1)

Dylan Hutchison (1-0)

Turner Evans (0-1)

Austin Hasen (0-1)

Eric Shewell (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Century 21 Lakers Acquire Rob Hellyer from Oakville

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 05:10:35 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers made a trade on Friday afternoon, acquiring forward Rob Hellyer from the Oakville Rock.

Heading to Oakville are defensemen Thomas Whitty and Matt Wright.

Hellyer was a star with the Toronto Rock of the NLL for years and is now the captain of the Las Vegas Desert Dogs, where he scored 77 points in 18 games this season.

“He’s going to compete at a very high level,” said Lakers’ head coach and general manager Mike Hasen. “He’ll handle the ball for us a little more. he does a lot of great things with and without the ball but he’ll be a presence for us that will stabilize the ball on the right side. He’ll be in the right spots for our offense to flow and click together.”

Hellyer last played in the MSL in 2019. The pandemic cancelled the 2020 and 2021 seasons, and the Rock sat out the 2022 and 2023 seasons. In between stints with the Rock, he also spent the 2018 season out west with the Victoria Shamrocks.

Hasen wasn’t necessarily looking to trade two young defenders, but “the opportunity presented itself for Rob and it was two guys (Whitty and Wright) that Oakville’s general manager Steve Dietrich really likes. They had to be part of the deal at the end of the day for us to get better.”

Hasen also announced that after spending last season playing Sr. B in Quebec, Joe Resetarits will return to the Lakers and is “100 per cent committed to being here and helping us to compete for a Mann Cup again.”

Season tickets for the six-game home schedule are still available at the box office. Single-game tickets go on sale June 6, and the Lakers’ home opener is on June 13.

Photo by James Bennett/NLL

Single-Game Tickets on Sale June 6

Thu, 30 May 2024 01:49:23 GMT

The Peterborough Lakers are thrilled to announce that single-game tickets for the upcoming home season will be available starting Thursday, June 6th at 9:30 a.m. Fans can purchase tickets online, over the phone, or in-person at the box office.

The home season kicks off on Thursday, June 13th, and we are excited to welcome our dedicated fans back to cheer on the Lakers. Be sure to secure your tickets early to experience the thrill of live lacrosse at our home arena.

Visit www.peterboroughlakers.ca to purchase tickets online. Tickets may also be purchased by phone at 705-743-3561, or in person at the Grant Thornton box office, which is open for phone transactions Monday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and in-person sales from Wednesday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Pricing Per Game

Regular Bowl:

Adult: $21.25

Senior: $16.75

Student: $14.75

Child: $7.75

Club Section:

Adult: $25.75

Senior: $21.25

Student: $19.25

Child: $12.25

Group pricing and skybox options are also available for those looking to enjoy the game with a larger party or in a more exclusive setting. For more information on these options, please contact Jordan Winch at jwinch.ptbolakers@outlook.com or Jay Quartermain at jayquartermain.ptbolakers@outlook.com .

Season tickets for the entire six-game home schedule remain on sale for new subscribers, and can be purchased through the box office.

Don't miss out on the excitement of the Peterborough Lakers' home games this season. Get your tickets starting June 6th and join us in supporting our team to victory!

Lakers and Petes Partner to Offer Lakers Merchandise at Petes Store

Tue, 28 May 2024 15:55:49 GMT

The Century 21 Lakers and the Peterborough Petes are excited to announce a new collaboration that will see Lakers merchandise available for purchase at the Petes' Store located in the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC). This arrangement took effect this past weekend and aims to provide fans with convenient access to both Lakers and Petes merchandise.

For the duration of the lacrosse season, Lakers merchandise will be prominently featured at the front of the Petes Store. Imprinted Apparel, the supplier of traditional Lakers' gear, will ensure a wide range of items is available. Fans can look forward to both classic favorites and new designs as they are created. Petes merchandise will also continue to be available, offering a one-stop shop for all supporters of Peterborough’s major sports teams.

This strategic partnership not only enhances the shopping experience for fans but also optimizes the space within the PMC lobby. The Petes Store will maintain its regular hours during game nights and other events, providing ample opportunity for fans to purchase their favourite team gear.

"As the two major tenants at the PMC, it’s nice to enter into a collaborated agreement where both parties benefit," said Len Powers, Chair of the Lakers Board. "This partnership is a win-win for our teams and our fans."

Mark Million, Petes' Director of Merchandise, echoed these sentiments, stating, "For me personally, adding the Lakers into the Petes Store makes good sense. The Lakers are one of the premier lacrosse teams in the country, and the Petes are one of the most storied franchises in the CHL. Professionally, Clinton Smith has done such a terrific job with the merchandise for the Lakers. We're happy to continue to work with Clinton, as well as introduce new brands and styles, for our Lakers faithful."

This collaboration highlights the strong community spirit and shared commitment to providing the best for the fans of Peterborough’s storied sports teams. Both organizations are eager to see the positive impact this partnership will have on the local community and their dedicated supporters.

Lakers Invite Fans to Watch Practice on Saturday

Fri, 24 May 2024 23:00:26 GMT

This Saturday, May 25, the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers will gather for the first time this season and will spend the day practicing.

The Lakers have a closed practice in the morning and then a team lunch before reassembling at the Memorial Centre for a 2:30 p.m. practice during a lull in the Laker Classic. Fans are invited to come and watch the Memorial Centre practice, which will run until 4 p.m. Free admission.

This is your only chance to see the Lakers before their home opener on Thursday, June 13th, although they will play on the road in Oakville (June 3) and Brampton (June 6) before hitting the turf at the Memorial Centre again. Single-game tickets will be available starting June 6th at 9:30 AM. Fans can purchase tickets online, over the phone, or in-person at the box office. Season ticket are also still on sale for new subscribers!

*Please note that not all players on the final roster will be at practice on Saturday due to prior commitments. Our full roster will be formalized in the coming days.

Preseason Updates!

Thu, 16 May 2024 19:25:19 GMT

The 2024 season is less than a month away and the Lakers' roster is beginning to shape up. Check out some of our latest moves:

- We have traded defenseman Caleb Commandant to the Owen Sound North Stars in exchange for a 4th round pick in 2025.

- We have acquired defensemen Dylan Hutchison and Holden Lowes from the Cobourg Kodiaks in exchange for prospects Zach Thomson, Nick Webb and Jordan Hendrycks.

- We have added Mat Giles to our coaching staff. The veteran Laker will share offensive coaching duties with Tracey Kelusky.

- We have elevated Chad Campbell from statistician to Director of Player Development & Lacrosse Operations.

Stay tuned for more news!

Withers, Lakers looking forward to NLL playoff runs

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:57:17 GMT

Playoffs begin this weekend in the National Lacrosse League - a sure sign that summer is coming! Only 8 of the 15 NLL teams made the playoffs. The first round is a single-elimination quarterfinal. One game to move on. A best of three semifinal, and then a best of three final, will follow. The league did away with their conferences this season in favour of a united standings. So, here's who made it, and their Laker connections (past or present!):

Toronto Rock - Mark Matthews, Corey Small, Tyler Hendrycks, Cam Milligan
San Diego Seals - Curtis Dickson, Mike Poulin
Albany FireWolves - Ethan Walker
Buffalo Bandits - Kyle Buchanan, Matt Vinc, Nick Weiss
Georgia Swarm - Jordan MacIntosh, Angus Goodleaf
Halifax Thunderbirds - Colton Armstrong, Jake Withers, Drew Hutchison, Jake Fox, Head coach Mike Accursi, Assistant coach Andrew Suitor
Panther City Lacrosse Club - Head coach Tracey Kelusky, Jason Knox
Rochester Knighthawks - Head coach Mike Hasen, Turner Evans, Matt Gilray, Mitch Ogilvie, Thomas Whitty, Doug Buchan, Austin Hasen

That means for the rest of our boys, it's time to rest and rehabilitate before returning to the Lakeshow for another Mann Cup run!

But for Jake Withers, it's time to focus on the NLL championship. The Halifax Thunderbirds' star defender has had a phenomenal season, and is in consideration for the league's MVP award. Halifax was a front runner all season, and that's partly due to the inspired play of Withers.

Once known mostly as a face-off specialist, Withers, who will return to the Lakers this summer, has elevated his game to become an elite, complete defender. He’s reached several milestones this season.

Withers had a perfect game at the face-off dot against Buffalo on Feb. 16, winning 30 of 30 draws. He became the ninth player in league history to reach 1,500 face-off wins, and then quickly hit 1,600.

Recently, he reached 1,800 wins – only the fifth player in league history to do so. He also reached 1,000 career loose balls and passed Jay Thorimbert’s single-season record for most loose balls, set at 246 in 2015.

“It’s the dad strength, that helps a little bit. We can thank Charlie and Claire for giving me that benefit,” Withers chuckled.

“Becoming a guy with a full-time job outside lacrosse for the first time in my life, and being a father, has put things in perspective for me and made me reconsider some of the things that would make me over passionate about certain aspects of the game. I’m thankful to be able to compete and play the game I love at the highest level, on the biggest stage and get paid for it.”

Withers’ daughter Charlie turned one in March, and he and his partner Claire have another one on the way, due in June, although they’re waiting to find out if it’s a boy or girl.

Dad strength or not, Withers knows that, “the experience I’ve gained over the last six years has helped me understand the game a little better, my preparation a little better, the X’s and O’s, and things that I can do on and off the floor that can help me perform at my best level.”

After starting the season 6-3, the Thunderbirds finished the season at 10-8. They'll face the third-place Albany FireWolves (11-7), who started the season strong but fell off at the halfway point. The Thunderbirds will be a difficult foe for the young FireWolves team, and Withers believes they will win.

“We have a great team from top to bottom, from Warren Hill out to our defence, transition and offence,” Withers said. “When all facets of our game come together, we’re the best team in the league. The issue we’ve been having with that is putting that all together for a full 60 minutes. We’re all very skilled, we’re best buddies and we love each other and we have a tremendous coaching staff that believes in us.”

2024 Schedule Released

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 18:33:31 GMT

Lakers home opener set for Thursday, June 13

Major Series Lacrosse has released its 2024 schedule. Kicking off the full slate, Owen Sound visits Six Nations on May 20. Find the full league schedule here , or check below for the Lakers schedule.

The Lakers will play 12 games including six at home and six away. They'll play two road games before their home opener on Thursday, June 13 vs the Brampton Excelsiors.

Fans should note that the Lakers have a rare Tuesday home game, scheduled for June 25. They will play twice at home that week, also suiting up on their regular Thursday evening, June 27.

The MSL readjusted its playoff format this year, meaning that playoffs begin mid July instead of the first week of August. Playoffs will consist of three rounds.

The first round of playoffs will be a best-of-five series.

1st place earns a bye

2nd vs 7th

3rd vs 6th

4th vs 5th

The semi-final and final will continue to be a best-of-seven series.

Season tickets are on sale now at the Peterborough Memorial Centre box office .

Season tickets on sale March 6

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 01:15:05 GMT

Season ticket sales for the 2024 regular season will begin March 6th. Tickets can be purchased or renewed in person or by phone at the Grant Thornton Box Office.

For existing season ticket holders, the renewal deadline is Thursday May 9th at 5:00 p.m. After this time, any seats that have not been renewed will be released to the general public and open to the exchange of seats by other season ticket holders or new buyers. Ticket exchange day will occur on May 15th.

Season ticket packages will include a total of 8 games (all 6 regular season home games + the first 2 home playoff games). Please note, the tickets for the first 2 playoff games cannot be exchanged. The finalized schedule will be announced in the near future.

Season ticket holders will now have the option of receiving digital tickets by email, but you may also still pick up printed tickets like previous years.

Season Ticket Prices

Adult - Regular Bowl $150, Club $186
Senior 65+ - Regular Bowl $126, Club $162
Student - Regular Bowl $110, Club $146
Child - Regular Bowl $62, Club $98

Single game tickets will go on sale at a later date.

The Grant Thornton box office is open for phone transactions Monday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and are open for in-person sales from Wednesday-Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Lakers and Century 21 extend partnership for 3 more years

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 01:07:13 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers hosted a press conference on Thursday afternoon at the Peterborough and District Sports Hall of Fame to announce that Vanessa Oake-Hogan and the team at Century 21 United Realty Inc. have agreed to extend their major sponsorship of the Lakers for another three seasons. Partners since 2014, the Lakers are incredibly grateful to Vanessa and Century 21 and look forward to continuing their long and fruitful partnership, with another Mann Cup (or two or three) sprinkled in.

"It's always been a part of our culture to be a part of the community and give back" said Oake-Hogan. "This partnership made sense for a lot of reasons. One being community support and I think there is synergy in partnerships like this. The team benefits, our team benefits and I think the community benefits from this partnership (and) I know it's valuable to our agents to see us being a part of the community this way."

The Lakers are also proud to announced a $1,000 donation to the annual Carl Oake Rotary Swim, set this year for March 1st at the YMCA. Visit https://carloakerotaryswim.com to learn more about this annual community event and make a donation.

Alex Pace makes generous bone marrow donation

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 00:59:27 GMT

Lakers' defender Alex Pace has saved a life recently. Pace isn’t a frontline worker like a firefighter or paramedic. Rather, in 2021, he saved a man’s life by giving the man a literal part of himself: the marrow from his bones.

Pace has been featured on both NLL.com and in the Peterborough Examiner for his efforts.

Click here to read the shorter Examiner story.

Click here to read the more in-depth NLL.com version.

Lakers excited to return to the floor for 2024 MSL season

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 20:14:08 GMT

The C21 Peterborough Lakers are thrilled to announce their eagerly awaited return to Major Series Lacrosse (MSL) for the 2024 season. With the release of the MSL schedule, excitement is building as lacrosse fans prepare for an action-packed season featuring seven competitive teams, as the Oakville Rock and Owen Sound North Stars come into the league after a two-year hiatus.

The Lakers, fuelled by their passion for the game, were vocal advocates for an extended 18-game regular season schedule. Despite their best efforts at the MSL meeting to rally support for the motion, only one other team joined them in backing the proposal. A 12-game schedule, with each team playing a home-and-home series, was the final result but in the spirit of compromise, an additional set of playoffs was introduced to enhance the overall experience for players and fans alike.

Under the new playoff structure, the top regular-season team secures a bye, while the 2nd to 7th place finishers may potentially play up to five additional games if the series goes the full best-of-five round. The second round will see four teams competing in the best-of-seven format, with the top two playoff teams engaging in an intense battle also set for a best-of-seven showdown. The Mann Cup is in the East this year so the possibility is there for even more games.

The anticipation is building for the Lakers' home opener, scheduled for the second Thursday in June. Due to an unannounced prior booking at the Memorial Centre by city staff our usual home start is delayed a week this year. The team will have to wait to hit the floor, but fans can rest assured that the delay will only heighten the excitement for the first faceoff.

Season tickets for the C21 Peterborough Lakers' will include 6 regular season home game schedule but will also include our first two playoff games for a total of 8 games. Fans are strongly encouraged to purchase season ticket packages to take advantage of potential playoff price increases in the first round. It's a golden opportunity to secure a spot in the stands for all the thrilling moments of the regular season and beyond.

This year promises to be particularly exciting for Lakers fans, as the team will welcome some new, young faces to the lineup. With a strong draft and the protection of four talented Jr. players, the Lakers are poised for a dynamic and competitive season.

As the countdown to the 2024 MSL season begins, the C21 Peterborough Lakers invite fans to join them on this journey, supporting the team's pursuit of success both on and off the floor!

Lakers add six at draft; protect four

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 19:28:55 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers drafted six players this weekend in the annual Major Series Lacrosse draft.

The Lakers had picks in each of the five rounds with an additional pick in the second round.

The Lakers drafted:

· 1 ^st round – Koleton Marquis, F, Orangeville Northmen

· 2 ^nd round – Andrew Vradenburg, D, Burlington Blaze

· 2 ^nd round – Brenden Boyle, D, Burlington Blaze

· 3 ^rd round – Tommy Collins, F, Peterborough Lakers

· 4 ^th round – Nolan Kenney, D, Peterborough Lakers

· 5 ^th round – Andrew Kidd, G, Toronto Beaches

Prior to the draft, the Lakers protected four graduates of the Jr. A Lakers program:

· Captain/Defenceman Adam Thistlethwaite

· Forward Zach Thompson

· Defence/Transition Ben Trumble

· Goaltender Deacan Knott, who is currently the backup goaltender for the Philadelphia Wings

“I’m super excited to be getting this opportunity to become a Laker,” said Marquis, who hails from the Kahnawake Mohawk Territory. “Growing up, I’ve always known Peterborough to be the mecca of lacrosse, and I can’t wait to be able to compete on the same floor where there has been so much history. Personally, I believe I can bring a skilled, fast-paced style of play to the Lakers, along with a ton of passion and positive energy to the locker room.”

Marquis is currently in his second year at Johns Hopkins.

Vradenburg was the hometown captain of the 2023 Minto Cup-winning Burlington Blaze and was drafted by Halifax last September and is currently on their practice roster. The Lakers now sport five members of that Minto Cup team along with Brenden Boyle, and three protected players in Thompson, Trumble and Knott, who were traded from Peterborough to Burlington halfway through last season.

Collins finished fifth in team scoring for the Jr. Lakers last season and Kenney was brought in to play tough defence.

Kidd, the Toronto Beaches standout, was drafted by the Albany FireWolves in September and is currently on their practice roster.

Ethan Walker leading the charge for Albany FireWolves

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:58:48 GMT

Nobody expected the Albany FireWolves to be 5-0 in the young National Lacrosse League season. Nobody except the team itself, that is.

After finishing last in the standings in 2022-23 with a 3-15 record, there was hope among fans that after an active off-season, things could improve, however marginally, in 2023-24.

Instead, the FireWolves have completely turned their fortunes around, and are one of only two remaining unbeaten teams this season while also being one of the most exciting teams to watch.

Peterborough’s Ethan Walker is helping lead the charge for the underdogs.

(Header image by Micheline V/NLL)

Season ticket vouchers on sale now!

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:59:58 GMT

Make this season one to remember for your Century 21 Lakers fan with the perfect gift that keeps on giving! Head to the Grant Thornton box office now to grab a $100 season ticket voucher, available at the festive price of only $90. Act quickly, as this offer is only available until January 12th.

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Please note: The voucher is only valid for the 2024 regular season, with redemption exclusively in-person before May 3rd. Excludes playoffs and single-game tickets, has no cash value or refunds, and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen.

Vouchers may only be purchased in person. Box office hours are Wed - Fri 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., later on event nights.

Paul Day retires; Lakers name Mike Hasen new general manager

Thu, 23 Nov 2023 00:37:48 GMT

A new era of Peterborough Century 21 Lakers lacrosse is about to begin.

General manager Paul Day has announced his retirement from the club after seven seasons at the helm. He guided the Lakers to five Ontario titles and four consecutive Mann Cup championships from 2017-2022.

“It was a lifelong dream of mine to win a Mann Cup and to be able to be a part of this team. To have some great successes along the way was very special,” Day said in an emailed statement, before wishing everyone luck for next season. “There will be ups and downs but for sure more ups along the way to the next championship.”

Head coach Mike Hasen has been named as Day’s successor. He will hold the titles of both coach and general manager. Day will help Hasen make the transition during this offseason.

“Paul and I are very close and we communicate often,” Hasen said. “He has been a great mentor to me. I learned a lot but it will be a challenge to fill Paul’s shoes.”

Hasen said that he has already had some good chats with captain Robert Hope on how to move things forward as the team seeks to return to the Mann Cup championship in 2024.

Day and Hasen both joined the Lakers in 2015, joining longtime assistant coach Bobby Keast, and Tracey Kelusky as the team’s braintrust. They made it to the Mann Cup that season but fell short in six games to the Victoria Shamrocks. Their first taste of victory as a coaching staff came in 2017, when they defeated the New Westminster Salmonbellies in six games to win the national title. That began a streak of four consecutive championship wins, a record that ties the 1951-54 Timbermen as the longest consecutive Mann Cup-title streak.

The Lakers wholeheartedly thank Paul Day, his wife Angela and son Mac for their contributions to our legacy over the years, and wish Paul every happiness in his retirement.

Lakers announce 2023 award winners

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 15:38:59 GMT

Cattoni wins three awards

Saturday night, the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers announced their 2023 award winners at a thank you dinner for team staff and volunteers at Alternatives on Braidwood Avenue.

Although the Mann Cup was not in attendance for this one, emcee Rose Powers reminded everyone that four Mann Cup championships in a row is still something to celebrate.

It was a night focused on thanking the longtime volunteers who dedicate their summers to doing the little things that help make the Lakers so successful. As such, it was those volunteers who were called upon to present the awards to the players.

Holden Cattoni was the big winner on the night, taking home three awards including the Top Scorer award, Fan Favourite and MVP, which he shared with Turner Evans.

“It’s an honour to be recognized by the Lakers and fans with three awards,” Cattoni stated. “It is always special to look at the names on the trophies and see your name among some of the greatest Lakers to ever play.”

Cattoni was excited to be selected as the Fan Favourite. It’s the first time he’s won the award, which was held online over two weeks from Sept. 25 to Oct. 6.

“The fans are such an integral piece to what makes playing in Peterborough so special. I was also humbled by being presented my awards by our volunteers. Their work goes largely unnoticed and their contributions are appreciated by the players and staff.”

The evening's first award, the Top Scorer award, was presented by 22-year volunteer Julie Innes-Walton. Linda Martinell, who even did laundry for the team back in the leaner days, presented Robert Hope with the Top Defenceman Award. Fourteen-year volunteer Dwight Walton presented Colton Armstrong with the Most Sportsmanlike Player award. Sharon, also a 22-year veteran, presented Cattoni with the Fan Favourite award. Lillian Koniezncy, who has volunteered with the Lakers for over 40 years, presented Cattoni with the MVP award.

The annual Volunteer of the Year award was presented to team equipment managers Pete Hynes, Scott Robertson and Dale Reid. The trio received the only standing ovation of the evening upon accepting their awards.

“Our equipment staff puts countless volunteer hours in behind the scenes,” said board chairman Len Powers. “Our players and board respect what they do for the Lakers. They definitely deserved to be recognized for their hard work.”

Full Awards List:

Top Scorer – Holden Cattoni

Rookie of the Year – Landon Kells

Most Improved – Austin Hasen

Most Sportsmanlike – Colton Armstrong

Top Defenceman – Robert Hope

Top Transition Player – Matt Gilray

Fan Favourite – Holden Cattoni

MVP – Holden Cattoni & Turner Evans

Volunteers of the Year – Scott Robertson, Dale Reid & Pete Hynes

Drive For Five ends in sweep by Six Nations Chiefs

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 07:07:57 GMT

The Drive For Five is over.

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers were eliminated from Mann Cup contention on Wednesday evening, falling to the Six Nations Chiefs 10-5 in Game 4 of the Major Series Lacrosse finals. It was the first time the Lakers have been swept in a series since the year 2000.

“It’s tough to lose and especially that way. After the streak we’ve been on the last several years, all things considered, it’s a tough night for sure,” said Holden Cattoni. “We had a chance at history. It’s one [thing] to go out in seven games and you battle; we just weren’t good enough.”

The Lakers streak of national championships – 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022 – will stop at four, keeping them tied with the 1951-54 Peterborough Timbermen/Trailermen as the only teams to win four in a row.

It was the first MSL championship for the Chiefs since 2016, which they also won at the Memorial Centre against the Lakers.

Austin Staats was awarded the Johnny Shooter Davis award as the MSL’s playoff MVP.

Six Nations jumped out to a 4-0 lead before Kiel Matisz converted Holden Cattoni’s pass on the crease. The Chiefs scored four more in the second period for an 8-1 lead.

Matt Gilray scored to open the third period, finishing off a transition run with a no-look spin shot, although that was answered by Eric Fannell. Undeterred, the Lakers rattled off three goals in a row to make a late push. Holden Cattoni scored a pair, and Austin Hasen one.

“We didn’t score enough goals and we gave up too many timely runs. You can’t get behind the eight-ball with them,” Cattoni said. “We didn’t do enough to support our defence.”

The team was obviously subdued after the game ended, but the message in the dressing room was to use the loss as fuel for next summer when the Lakers return to avenge this loss.

“We’ve said the right things in regards to how the season ended but we have to be willing to do it,” pointed out captain Robert Hope. “We’re still young; the majority of our team will be back. Only so many chances like this come by… and time is ticking. We want to win every single summer. That’s why we play lacrosse in Peterborough.”

On behalf of the team, Hope expressed his gratitude to the fans who supported the Lakers through so much this season.

“We have the best fans in summer lacrosse,” he expressed. “We’re so fortunate to play here in Peterborough. I know they’re very disappointed with how this ended and they have very high expectations and our community has very high expectations but they were right there with us all year long. The executive and the city is behind us and we’re looking forward to next year and that’s all we’re thinking about at this point.”

Scoring for the Lakers:

Holden Cattoni (2-1)

Kiel Matisz (1-1)

Austin Hasen (1-0)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Eli McLaughlin (0-2)

Turner Evans (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-1)

Josh Currier (0-1)

Donate to Ted's Superwalk Team!

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 22:34:07 GMT

A letter from our president, Ted Higgins:

Parkinson’s Disease (PD) was originally diagnosed by physician James Parkinson in 1817, and described as “Shaking Palsy.” Over the past 206 years the cause of this progressive disease has been determined to be a neurological disorder resulting in the loss of brain cells responsible for the production of dopamine. During this time researchers have made great strides in the treatment of PD, making the lives of those afflicted more manageable. Unfortunately during this time a cure has eluded researchers.

Can you imagine the cost of doing research for this disease, or any other disease that you, your family, or someone you know is dealing with? Imagine the costs incurred to be able to provide counselling programs, support groups, educational materials, as well as enhancing the quality of life of those living with PD. It all comes at great expense which is why fundraising for this organization is so important so they can in turn ease the burden on 125,000+ Canadians currently diagnosed, as well as the 25-30 newly diagnosed on a daily basis, and ultimately find the elusive cure.

On a more personal note I was diagnosed in 2020, when I started having tremors in my left hand. I now have tremors in both hands, but happily I can say that it is progressing slowly and my symptoms are manageable without the need for medication. As I came to terms with my diagnosis and began utilizing the services provided by the Parkinson’s Society, I became aware of the funding required to provide programs to support those afflicted with PD as well a the never ending quest to find the CURE.

This will be my fourth year participating in the Parkinson SuperWalk Campaign. Over the past three years my fundraising efforts have raised $57,063.00 which I never could have accomplished without your support. WOW! and THANK YOU!

Once again this year I am asking for your support in attaining and hopefully surpassing the $10,000.00 goal I have set for myself. I can not accomplish this by myself, it is a team effort with the help of YOU and my team that has been faithfully been by my side for the past three year: Jack Armour, Brian Bartlett, Holly Brackenridge, Tracey Cockfield, Barb and Don Dunford, Steve Everson, Brenda and Brian Higgins, Tammy Higgins, Diane Livingstone, Len Powers and Mark Vitarelli.

Please visit https://donate.parkinson.ca/goto/teddy2023 to donate.

We will also have donation buckets at the doors of the Memorial Centre for Game 4 of our series vs. Six Nations.

If you prefer to make your donation by cheque please make it payable to Parkinsons Canada and forward it to Diane Livingstone, 1-254 Collison Avenue, Peterborough, ON K9J 1A6.

Big or small - it all adds up and I am forever grateful, as are all Canadians dealing with PD, and send to you our biggest, heart felt THANK YOU.

God Bless,

Ted Higgins

Lakers in big 0-3 hole in MSL Final

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 03:44:01 GMT

Game 4 goes Wednesday at PMC

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are i n a precarious position after a third consecutive loss to the Six Nations Chiefs in the MSL Final. Monday night was the Lakers worst offensive output of the series as they fall 13-5 at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena.

Game 4 in the series goes on Wednesday evening at 8 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre, and it’s do-or-d ie for the Lakers, who are in search of their fifth consecutive Mann Cup championship. To get there, they’ll have to win four-straight games against the Chiefs.

Monday night, the Lakers finally got over their hump of poor first periods only to be shut out for the last 34:57 of the game. The Chiefs scored 10 unanswered goals.

Thomas Hoggarth had a hat trick for the Lakers. Landon Kells suffered the loss in goal.

The Chiefs were led by Randy Staats’ three goals and three assists and Shayne Jackson’s two goals and four assists. Doug Jamieson got the win in net.

Tickets for Game 4 are on sale now at the PMC box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Thomas Hoggarth (3-0)

Holden Cattoni (1-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-0)

Robert Hope (0-2)

Cam Milligan (0-2)

Austin Hasen (0-1)

Eli McLaughlin (0-1)

Josh Currier (0-1)

Lakers down 2-0 in MSL Final

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 06:02:39 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers fell 11-6 to the Six Nations Chiefs on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre, putting them down 2-0 in their best-of-seven MSL Final s eries.

“Nobody wants to see us win a fifth Mann Cup,” said Taite Cattoni, who led the Lakers in Game 2 with a pair of goals and one assist. “This is a veteran group. We’ve won four Mann Cups. We were down 2-0 in the Mann Cup last year. We have complete belief that we can get back again.”

The Lakers are familiar with adversity – they came back to beat Langley in seven games in the 2022 Mann Cup after going down 2-0, and were down 2-0 in the 2019 MSL Final to Six Nations before coming back and winning that series in six games.

Peterborough started poorly, allowing three goals in the first 3:01. Eli McLaughlin, returned to the lineup, scored on the power play to get the Lakers on the board. Drew Hutchison was lifted in favour of Landon Kells after Tim Edwards made it 4-1 just 6:12 into the game.

Cattoni stretched over the crease to get one back for the Lakers, but Austin Staats got a late one for Six Nations, who took a 5-2 lead into the first intermission.

The Chiefs increased their lead to 7-2 in the second before Kiel Matisz and Taite Cattoni scored for the Lakers. Matisz banked a shot off the post, it hit Hill and bounced in. Cattoni dodged a defender and neatly tucked the ball in far side.

Early in the period, Jake Withers got into a wrestling match with Staats, and Withers got the takedown. Later, Withers got into a shoving match near the Chiefs bench with Kyle Rubisch. Rubisch ended up hitting his own trainer in the face with his stick, then wrestled Withers into the Chiefs bench. The trainer in question then appeared to attempt to shut the bench down on Withers. The trainer was ejected from the game.

Peterborough kept fighting back, but the Chiefs shut the door after Josh Currier brought the Lakers within two goals with 13:58 left to play. After Holden Cattoni hit the post at one end, Austin Staats went down unchallenged to score for Six Nations. They added two more for good measure after the Lakers ran into some late-game penalty trouble.

There was, of course, a scrum at the final buzzer, with Chad Tutton fighting Tyler Biles.

The Lakers get the weekend off. Game 3 is Monday in Six Nations followed by Game 4 on Wednesday, August 23 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre. Tickets for Game 4 are on sale at the Memorial Centre box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Taite Cattoni (2-1)

Eli McLaughlin (1-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-1)

Josh Currier (1-1)

Kiel Matisz (1-0)

Holden Cattoni (0-2)

Turner Evans (0-3)

DJ Clark (0-1)

Lakers fall in MSL Final opener

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 06:07:40 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers find themselves down 1-0 in the MSL Final series after a 10-7 loss Tuesday night to the Six Nations Chiefs at the Iroquois Lacrosse Ar ena.

A five-goal run by the Chiefs towards the end of the first period was the difference, as the teams matched each other’s four goals in the second period, and the Lakers took the third period 2-1 with a pair of shorthanded goals.

“At times we had some good pushback but the effort wasn’t there tonight,” said Lakers’ captain Robert Hope. “They came out guns a-blazing and they really wanted it. We have to make sure that we’re willing to sacrifice to get what we want and too many times we took shifts off.”

Taite and Holden Cattoni each scored two goals and one assist to lead the offence. Landon Kells was strong in goal in the loss.

Austin Staats led the Chiefs with four goals and one assist. Doug Jamieson got the win in goal.

Game 2 is back at the Memorial Centre on Thursday at 8 p.m. Ticket bundles are on sale now, with single-game tickets on sale Thursday morning at 9:30 a.m.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Taite Cattoni (2-1)

Holden Cattoni (2-1)

Kiel Matisz (1-2)

Turner Evans (1-1)

Mike Robinson (1-1)

Austin Hasen (0-2)

Thomas Whitty (0-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-1)

Josh Currier (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

PHOTO GALLERY: Game 4 vs. Brooklin

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 02:17:04 GMT

Photos by David Pickering

MSL Final Information

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 10:02:42 GMT

Season Ticket Holders: Season ticket holders will be able to purchase their seats beginning Tuesday, August 15th at 9:30AM (by phone ONLY on Tueday, and by phone and in person on Wednesday). Seats for season ticket holders will be held until Wednesday, August 16th at 5:00PM. Unclaimed seats will be released to the public for sale. Contract cards or photo ID are required to purcahse seats. Season Ticket Holders who pre-authorized for Round 2 do not need to contact the box office. Tickets will be available Thursday, August 17th at 9:30AM.

General public: Round 2 bundles will go on sale Tuesday, August 15th at 9:30AM (by phone ONLY on Tuesday, and by phone and in person on Wednesday, online any time, in person during regular business hours).

Single-Game Tickets: Single game tickets for Home Games 1 and 2 will go on sale online, by phone and in person on Thursday, August 17th at 9:30AM. Tickets for Home Game 3 and will go on sale only if the game is required.

3-Game Bundle Prices*
Adult - Regular Bowl: $69.60, Club: $83.10
Senior - Regular Bowl: $56.10, Club: $68.10
Student - Regular Bowl: $47.10, Club: $60.60
Child - Regular Bowl: $23.10, Club: $36.60
*plus applicable order charges

Carpet Fundraiser: As you are aware, the Peterborough Lakers have purchased a new carpet for the lacrosse floor. We believe our players and fans alike enjoy the game being played on the carpet versus the cement floor. This purchase comes with a hefty price tag! The PM C has given the Lakers the opportunity for you to contribute to our Carpet Fundraiser, while purchasing your tickets for the MSL Finals vs Six Nations. Donations are completely voluntary, and greatly appreciated.

The Lakers sincerely thank you for your continued support!

Lakers sweep Brooklin in semi-finals

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 02:23:10 GMT

Will face Chiefs in MSL Final

It was a sweep night in Whitby for the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers on Tuesday.

The Lakers defeated the Brooklin Lacrosse Club 12-11 in overtime to win their best-of-seven Major Series Lacrosse semi-final 4-1, sweeping their Highway 115 rivals out of the playoffs. The Lakers will play the Six Nations Chiefs in the MSL after the Chiefs beat the Cobourg Kodiaks 4-1.

This marks the eighth consecutive appearance in the MSL Final for the Lakers and will be their 18 ^th trip to the final in 19 seasons. The only year they missed the Final was in 2013 when they were upset by Brooklin.

Holden Cattoni’s fourth goal of the game, with 2:30 left in the 10-minute sudden death overtime period, ended the back-and-forth affair.

“It was one of those games where, deservedly so, it came down to the last shot for the win,” said head coach Mike Hasen.

The Lakers trailed 5-1 early in the second after a difficult opening period in which Brooklin looked to be in total control.

“They woke us up and reminded us that we have to play for an entire game and not just expect to lead,” Hasen said. “Credit to them, they showed us the way in the first period and we responded really well.”

Transition goals from Matt Gilray and Colton Armstrong kicked off the Lakers’ comeback.

Kyle Waters got one back for Brooklin but that spurred a five-goal run from the Lakers in response, and they took an 8-6 lead. Tanner Cook’s third and Waters’ second tied the game at eight. Eli McLaughlin’s second of the game on a sidearm quick-stick put Peterborough up 9-8 heading into the third.

Cook and McLaughlin traded goals to open the third. Liam Osborne tied the game at 10. The Lakers hoped Josh Currier’s low backhand tally with 8:03 left would be the go-ahead goal, but Jake Stevens tied the game with 4:57 left.

Goaltender Drew Hutchison made five solid saves in overtime, squaring himself to every shot as the action went from end to end.

Hutchison earned praise from both the Lakers’ offence and the defence for his efforts.

“He saved us a couple of times with a couple of big breakaway stops,” said defender Mitch Ogilvie. “He had a couple one-on-one looks on the outside and he came up big.”

Cattoni said timely saves have been a theme this season.

“When we need a save, we’ve been getting it, so hopefully that continues because that’s a huge key for us.”

Cattoni flipped Currier’s cross-crease pass over Riley Hutchcraft’s right shoulder to end the game.

“I set a little bit of a pick, got a little bit of a gap, and the ball got swung a couple times so it was tough for their goalie to get back in time,” Cattoni described.

Cattoni added two assists to his four goals. McLaughlin finished with three goals and three assists. Taite Cattoni, Josh Currier and Matt Gilray all scored once and added two assists while Thomas Hoggarth had a goal and an assist and Colton Armstrong one goal. Cam Milligan had two assists and Jordan Stouros and Turner Evans one each.

MECHANICS ON CALL: Mitch Ogilvie, Jordan Stouros and Thomas Hoggarth were forced to change a tire in a busy intersection just off the Brock Street exit after their tire went flat.

"I’ll blame Jordan Stouros for that one," Ogilvie laughed. "We turned off at the exit and Jordan had actually rolled down his window and heard the air coming out and he said 'is there a balloon letting go of its air?' Next thing you know we had a flat tire in the middle of the intersection. Luckily we had three mechanics out there to fix it."

Ogilvie said the repair took about 10 minutes with all three players helping.

"We got it done. One guy under the wheel, one guy under the car and one guy jacking it up. We’re gonna try out for an FI pit crew here next week," he joked.

At least only four of their teammates drove by to laugh at them on their way to the rink.

LINEUP CHANGES: Kiel Matisz and Thomas Whitty drew back into the lineup on the defensive end with Withers, Thorimbert, Bryce Sweeting and Blake McDonald out of the lineup. Joel Tayler remained out up front with Cam Milligan remaining in.

PHOTO GALLERY: Game 2 vs. Brooklin

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 18:47:18 GMT

Photos by Jeramie Bailey/OLA

Lakers take 3-0 stranglehold over Brooklin

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 05:04:50 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers took a 3-0 series lead in their MSL best-of-seven semi-final series against the Brooklin Lacrosse Club with a 16-7 win Sunday evening at the Memorial Centre.

Eli McLaughlin led the charge with four goals, while Cam Milligan scored three goals and three assists, including a highlight-reel behind-the-back goal. Matt Gilray scored a hat trick of transition goals with two coming shorthanded.

"Offensively, the ball was going in the back of the net early and we had momentum from the start so that made it a little bit easier offensively to play with a bit more creativity and have a bit more of a jam out there," said Milligan.

Landon Kells made 44 saves as the Lakers were outshot for the third game in a row.

Peterborough jumped out to a 5-0 lead in the first period, and led 13-6 after two period. While Brooklin worked hard to close significant gaps in the first two games, tonight the Lakers held them to a single third-period goal while scoring three late goals of their own.

Bryce Sweeting played in his third game of the season after NLL and work commitments kept him out of the lineup early in the season. He played part of the first period of one game in July before leaving with an injury and going on the IR. He played in the playoff opener and then sat for Game 2, but the Lakers are glad to have his toughness back in the lineup.

Sweeting was involved in a late-game scrum after members of the BLC went after captain Robert Hope.

"Kearnan was going after the wrong guy," Sweeting said. "He was in our captain's face so I was just out there sticking up for our players. [Hopey was just] playing solid defence. He's in their face making them really irritated so they're just trying to get their shots in on him when they can. That's where I just kinda said I'd had enough of that."

Kyle Waters and Luke Pilcher each had three goals for Brooklin. Riley Hutchcraft was lifted after the Lakers’ fifth goal in favour of Kaleb Martin. The pair combined for 31 saves.

The Lakers can wrap up the series on Tuesday with Game 4 back in Whitby at 8 p.m. If necessary, Game 5 will be on Thursday, August 10 at the PMC.

"The fourth one is always the hardest to win," Milligan cautioned. "Brooklin plays really well at Iroquois Park. It's a smaller barn and they pressure really well so they'll throw everything at us so we just have to play a full 60 minutes."

Turner Evans rotated back into the lineup in place of Mike Robinson, while Joel Tayler remained out. On defence, Jordan Stouros and Mitch Ogilvie took the places of Eric Shewell and Thomas Whitty. Blake McDonald served the first of a two-game suspension for illegal cross checking in Tuesday's game.

The Cobourg Kodiaks beat the Six Nations Chiefs 9-8 in Game 3 of their semi-final series on Sunday night. Six Nations leads that series 2-1.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Eli McLaughlin (4-2)

Cam Milligan (3-3)

Matt Gilray (3-0)

Turner Evans (2-2)

Colton Armstrong (2-0)

Holden Cattoni (1-3)

Taite Cattoni (1-0)

Chad Tutton (0-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-1)

Austin Hasen (0-1)

Jordan Stouros (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Josh Currier (0-1)

Holden Cattoni wins MSL Top Scorer award

Sun, 06 Aug 2023 07:54:43 GMT

Century 21 Lakers' forward Holden Cattoni was the recipient of this year's Top Scorer award in Major Series Lacrosse.

Cattoni finished the season tops in all offensive categories with 28 goals, 50 assists and 78 points. He is the first player to lead in all three categories since John Tavares in 2008.

League commissioner Lynn Withers presented Cattoni with the award prior to the third period of Game 1 vs. Brooklin.

Lakers hold on for 14-12 win; lead series 2-0

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 07:19:25 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers took a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven MSL semi-final series against the Brooklin Lacrosse Club after a 14-12 win on Friday night at Iroquois Park Sports Centre.

With a big crowd in attendance (half Lakers fans, and many participants from the Ontario Lacrosse Festival), the Lakers jumped out to a 7-3 lead in the first period. As in Game 1, Brooklin refused to back down, outscoring Peterborough 4-2 in the second period. Brooklin got within a goal at 9-8 early in the third, but Peterborough rattled off three in a row to keep the score in their favour.

Eli McLaughlin followed a pair of goals by Thomas Hoggarth to increase the score to 12-9. Kyle Waters popped one in for Brooklin before Austin Hasen scored a pair back to back. Brooklin ended the game with three goals in the last 2:50 but the Lakers held on for the win.

The Lakers scored four transition goals including two shorthanded. Colton Armstrong scored twice and Matt Gilray and Chad Tutton one each. Tutton's came as he sprang from the penalty box to receive Robert Hope's full-floor pass to beat Hutchcraft.

"Transition was a focus coming into the game. In the regular season that was something in our game we thought we could improve on," said Gilray. "We're confident but we definitely have a lot to improve on. This game was sloppy, especially at the end there, we kinda let things get away. We have some things we want to clean up."

Austin Hasen led the Lakers with three goals and two assists, while Josh Currier scored once and added six assists. Drew Hutchison made 40 saves. Tanner Cook led Brooklin with a hat trick and three assists while Hutchcraft made 29 saves.

The Lakers made several roster substitutions from Game 1. Offensively, Cam Milligan and Mike Robinson came in for Joel Tayler and Turner Evans. On defence, Bryce Sweeting, Mitch Ogilvie and Jordan Stouros sat in favour of Jay Thorimbert, Thomas Whitty and Blake McDonald.

McDonald is expected to face a short suspension for an illegal cross check taken in the second period; captain Robert Hope was checked from behind by Luke Pilcher and McDonald slammed Pilcher to the ground in retaliation.

Game 3 is back in Peterborough on Sunday at 7 p.m. Tickets are now on sale at the Memorial Centre box office. Game 4 is back in Whitby on Tuesday evening at 8 p.m., and if necessary, Game 5 will be on Thursday, August 10 at the PMC.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Austin Hasen (3-2)

Holden Cattoni (2-2)

Colton Armstrong (2-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (2-1)

Josh Currier (1-6)

Eli McLaughlin (1-1)

Matt Gilray (1-1)

Mike Robinson (1-0)

Chad Tutton (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (0-3)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Cam Milligan (0-1)

Blake McDonald (0-1)

Lakers draw first blood against Brooklin

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 03:56:24 GMT

McLaughlin leads with 4 goals

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers drew first blood in their opening round Major Series Lacrosse playoff series versus the Brooklin Lacrosse Club, winning 12-9 on a very rainy Thursday evening.

The Lakers led 6-2 after the first period and 8-2 in the second but Brooklin was far from rolling over and chipped away at the lead to come within three goals three separate times in the third period.

“I thought we had a good pace early in the game,” said Turner Evans. “As a team, we got off to a good start and got up on the scoreboard and then we kind of flattened out a bit as a team. Let them get back into the game. So there’s a couple things to clean up on our end in terms of pace of play, staying competitive the whole time and focusing on every shift.”

Evans scored the goal of the game, with a sleek backhand beauty that put the Lakers up 4-1 in the first period.

The game was marred by consistent special teams play. The Lakers were 5/7 on the power play with two shorthanded goals, while Brooklin was 2/9 on the power play with two shorthanded goals.

Eli McLaughlin led the Lakers with four goals, while Holden Cattoni contributed a hat trick. Landon Kells made 44 saves including a number of point-blank saves as Brooklin looked to get in close on the young netminder.

Connor Kearnan led Brooklin with two goals and two assists. Riley Hutchcraft made 30 saves.

MSL Commissioner Lynn Withers presented Holden Cattoni with the league’s leading scorer award prior to the third period. Cattoni finished the regular season with 28 goals and 50 assists.

The Lakers travel to Whitbhy tomorrow for Game 2 at Iroquois Park Sports Centre at 8 p.m. The game will be broadcast on YourTV and streamed on the RogersTV Durham website.

Game 3 is back in Peterborough on Sunday at 7 p.m. Tickets are now on sale at the Memorial Centre box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Eli McLaughlin (4-2)

Holden Cattoni (3-0)

Josh Currier (1-3)

Turner Evans (1-4)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-4)

Austin Hasen (1-0)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Taite Cattoni (0-3)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Joel Tayler (0-1)

ROUND ONE PLAYOFF INFORMATION

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 06:41:46 GMT

It’s playoff time, Peterborough! The Cent ury 21 Lakers are busily preparing to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club in their first round MSL playoff series. The best-of-seven series opens on Thursday, August 3 at the Memorial Centre.

SCHEDULE

Game 1: Thursday, August 3rd at 8:00PM @ Peterborough
Game 2: Friday, August 4th at 8:00PM @ Brooklin
Game 3/Home Game 2: Sunday, August 6th at 7:00PM @ Peterborough
Game 4: Tuesday, August 8th at 8:00PM @ Brooklin
Game 5/Home Game 3: Thursday, August 10th at 8:00PM @ Peterborough *if necessary

Please note the earlier 7 p.m. start time for Game 3 on Sunday.

Games 6 & 7, to be played if necessary, are to be confirmed.

TICKETS

Season ticket holders may reserve their seats beginning TODAY, Friday, July 28 at 12 p.m. Please note that the box office is closed on the weekend, and open by phone ONLY on Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday and Thursday the box office is open by phone and for in person assistance.

Seats for season ticket holders will be held until Wednesday, August 2 ^nd at 5:00PM. Unclaimed seats will be released to the public for sale. Contract cards or photo ID are required to purchase seats. Season ticket holders can pre-authorize the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office to charge their credit card for all potential playoff games.

Non-season ticket holders : Round 1 bundles will go on sale Friday July 28 ^th at noon (by phone ONLY on Monday and Tuesday, and by phone and in person on Wednesday, online any time, in person during regular business hours).

Single-game tickets for Home Games 1 and 2 will go on sale online, by phone and in person on Thursday, August 3rd at 9:30AM. Tickets for Home Game 3 and Home Game 4 will go on sale only if the game is required.

Purchases for unplayed games will be credited to customer accounts either to go toward the next round or to be refunded in the same method of payment as the tickets were purchased.

PRICING

4-Game Bundle Prices*
Adult - Regular Bowl: $88.80, Club: $106.80
Senior - Regular Bowl: $70.80, Club: $86.80
Student - Regular Bowl: $58.80, Club: $76.80
Child - Regular Bowl: $30.80, Club: $48.80
*plus applicable order charges

OT win in final regular season game

anna.taylor@live.ca (Anna Taylor) — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 05:40:40 GMT

Taite Cattoni scores game winner with 1:07 left

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers finished the 2023 regular season with a 10-9 overtime win over the Brooklin Lacrosse Club on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre.

P eterborough finished the regular season with a 12-4-0 record and take the season series over Brooklin 4-0. The teams finished second and third in the MSL standings, respectively, and will begin their opening round playoff series next Thursday, August 3.

Taite Cattoni scored the game winner with 1:07 left in overtime after the Lakers fought back from a second period 7-4 deficit. Peterborough outscored Brooklin 5-2 in the third period.

“They outworked us in the first two periods and then as veteran team we kinda came alive and said ‘stop messing around’ and found a way to finish and win the game,” said Cattoni.

“I ran through the middle trying to clear space for Turner (Evans) and a guy opened his back and I tried to get a good pick on him and hit him well. I caught the ball and as soon as I caught it I threw a fake and saw him go down and put it top right corner,” he described the goal.

That wasn't the only memorable moment from Thursday's game featuring Cattoni. In the third period, after Thomas Hoggarth was taken down from behind, Cattoni ran in towards the scrum to avenge his teammate. But older bother Holden was already there and grabbed Taite, getting in his face and shoving him away from the fracas. It ALMOST looked like the pair would come to blows, but Holden was just being a good older brother and protecting Taite.

Taite laughed when asked what Holden said to him.

"He j ust told me to leave it and not take a penalty. I was pretty wound up ; Hoggy had his feet taken out and it was a pretty dirty play. You have to stand up for your teammates. We talk about that as a mantra on our team that everybody stands up for one another. Holden was smart enough to realize I was pretty fired up and got me out of there so as not to take a penalty or yell at the refs. Luckily we got the power play and scored once on it ."

It was a major penalty to Brooklin. They capitalized shorthanded but Josh Currier responded 19 seconds later. Austin Hasen later tied the game, tiptoeing the crease, to send it to extra time.

Eli McLaughlin led the Lakers with a hat trick while adding a single assists. Drew Hutchison made 44 saves for his fifth win of the season.

Kyle Waters led Brooklin with a hat trick, while Riley Hutchcraft was peppered with 74 shots, stopping 64 of them.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Eli McLaughlin (3-1)

Josh Currier (2-2)

Taite Cattoni (2-1

Austin Hasen (1-1)

Mitch Ogilvie (1-0)

Matt Gilray (1-0)

Turner Evans (0-5)

Holden Cattoni (0-3)

Robert Hope (0-2)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-2)

Jordan Stouros (0-1)
Chad Tutton (0-1)

Lakers secure second place with 14-7 win

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 04:45:03 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers locked up second place and home-floor advantage in the first round of the Major Series lacrosse playoffs with a 14-7 win over the Broo klin Lacrosse Club on Wednesday night.

Josh Currier and Holden Cattoni each scored a hat trick for the Lakers, while Landon Kells got the win in goal with 39 saves.

Peterborough and Brooklin meet again Thursday night at the Memorial Centre to close out the regular season before facing off against each other in the opening playoff round. The schedule for that series is in the process of being finalized.

The Lakers led 2-0 in the first minute of Wednesday’s game. Although Brooklin evened that score halfway through the period, Peterborough led 5-2 after the 20 minutes. They never relinquished the lead, doubling up Brooklin 6-3 in a high-scoring second period to lead 11-5.

Tickets for Thursday’s game, which is Little Lakers Night in partnership with Five Counties Children’s Centre, are on sale at the Memorial Centre box office. The game will feature face painting, a silent auction, and Little Lakers t-shirt sales!

Scoring for the Lakers:

Holden Cattoni (3-6)

Josh Currier (3-1)

Eli McLaughlin (2-3)

Turner Evans (1-4)

Cam Milligan (1-4)

Taite Cattoni (1-2)

Austin Hasen (1-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-0)

Chad Tutton (1-0)

Jake Withers (0-2)

Colton Armstrong (0-1)

Huge win for Lakers over Kodiaks on Sunday evening

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 02:38:46 GMT

McDonald notches first MSL goal

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers began warming up for the playoffs on Sunday night with a big 16-7 win over the Cobourg Kodiaks at the Cobourg Community Centre. Sixteen goals and 67 shots made it their biggest offensive output of the season.

“Once playoffs roll around we want to be playing our best lacrosse,” said head coach Mike Hasen. “The power play was cooking tonight; the short man was really good. [Drew Hutchison] was good tonight, too. We’re getting there. We have a couple more games against Brooklin and then a series against Brooklin.”

The Lakers only need to win one of their last two games to secure second place in Major Series Lacrosse and home-floor advantage in the first round. Should Brooklin win both of those games, second place would come down to goal differential, which currently favours Peterborough +10.

“It’s going to get heated,” said Blake McDonald. “We had a good battle with them last year. The next two games will set the tone for the following four to seven games after that. It’ll be playoff lacrosse right away.”

McDonald scored his first MSL goal on Sunday night, finishing off a two-on-one with Colton Armstrong. At the time, it put the Lakers up 3-0 and was the first of three impactful transition goals scored by the team.

“I saw [Armstrong] flying down the floor; he made a good hustle play,” the second-year defender described. “He was stopped and the ball popped out right in front of me and there just happened to be an open net.”

Armstrong followed up McDonald’s goal 2:15 later, scooping up a rebound of his own and finishing with a dive across the crease, chasing Kodiaks’ starter Jackson Brown in favour of Laine Hruska. Armstrong added breakaway goals in the second and third periods for a hat trick.

“[Transition is] something that we’ve been trying to get going a little more, to be a little more cognizant about our back end pushing the pace a little bit,” Hasen said. “It was great to see those guys get rewarded, especially Blake getting his first with us.”

McDonald said his teammates were more excited than he was.

“I couldn’t help but laugh; it’s been awhile!” he said. “I’ll take it when I can get it.”

A goal in the third period was announced at the time as being scored by McDonald, but he quickly set the record straight with a chuckle: “That’s Holden [Cattoni]! He made a good shot. That’s not my game.”

Armstrong has only played a few games with McDonald but recognizes how valuable a defender he is becoming.

" He’s a big guy and he talks a lot on the floor so it’s nice to play with another guy like that ," Armstrong said. " The whole defence plays and talks. Obviously we play on different teams in the NLL but it’s nice that we can all bring our different games together here ."

Cattoni sniped a shot top corner to put the Lakers up 5-1. Eli McLaughlin scored a power play goal to close out the first period with the Lakers up 6-2.

Peterborough outscored Cobourg 6-3 in the second. Taite Cattoni went with a low inside shot before Eli McLaughlin dodged a defender to get inside. Turner Evans picked up a rebound and passed the ball through his legs to Thomas Hoggarth who spun around and scored with one hand. In addition to his goal, Hoggarth contributed seven assists.

Armstrong then kicked off a three-goal run with goals coming from Turner Evans and Taite Cattoni who each made vertical leaps to put the ball home.

Armstrong agreed that Sunday's game was the most fun he's had in a Lakers uniform so far. The fact that he picked up a hat trick against his old team wasn't lost on him.

"It was different coming back to the arena and being on the other side, but yeah it was pretty cool to get three goals ," he said. " My family and my fiancée w ere here. Usually they sit on the Cobourg side so this time they sat behind the Lakers bench so it was nice to look up and see them all happy and proud of me. "

The Lakers continued their domination in the third with four goals in a row. Holden Cattoni potted back-to-back power play goals. D.J. Clark scored his second of the game after Armstrong’s hat trick goal, fooling Hruska with a desperation shot with one second left on the shot clock.

NOTES: With the Brampton Excelsiors’ 15-9 loss to Brooklin on Sunday night, the Kodiaks have clinched fourth place and will face the Six Nations Chiefs in the first round. Chad Tutton missed Sunday’s game after his wife Christina gave birth to their first child, a daughter named McKenzie Mae, on Friday night.

PHOTO GALLERY: Peterborough vs. Six Nations - July 20

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 02:22:22 GMT

Photos by David Pickering

Six Nations Chiefs secure first place with 9-8 overtime win over Lakers

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 07:50:54 GMT

The Six Nations Chiefs sewed up first place in the MSL on Thursday night, defeating the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers 9-8 in overtime. The Lakers currently sit in second place, four points up on the Brooklin Lacrosse Club.

Both Peterborough and Brooklin have three games remaining including two against each other.

“First place is always a goal,” said Lakers’ head coach Mike Hasen. “When push comes to shove if we get to the MSL Finals having a game seven in our barn would have been huge but we’ll just have to regroup.”

Despite the loss, Hasen said the Lakers played their best game of the season in front of 3324 fans at the Memorial Centre.

“We were missing five key contributors to our group but that’s the position we’re in; it’s next man up and they all played well. That was the first full 68 minutes of great lacrosse from back end all the way forward and we need to make sure we’re building off that.”

Thomas Hoggarth led the Lakers with three goals and one assist, while Holden Cattoni scored twice and added two assists.

Landon Kells played well in goal, making 40 saves.

“He was unbelievable tonight,” said Austin Hasen, who had two assists. “He’s been really good all year. He’s young and he’s gaining confidence… being able to trust everyone is a big part of this team.”

Lyle Thompson scored four goals, including the OT game winner, to lead the Chiefs.

Down 4-1 in the second, the Lakers rattled off four goals in a row to lead 5-4 after the second period. The Chiefs tied the game 5-5 early in the third, but the Lakers kept pushing and took three consecutive one-goal leads. Hoggarth crashed the crease, only to be answered by Lyle Thompson for the 6-6 score. Eli McLaughlin put Peterborough up 7-6, coming out of the corner with the ball. Brendan Bomberry equalled that. Colton Armstrong stripped Cody Jamieson of the ball and scored on the twister as he evaded both the crease and a defender for the 8-7 lead, but Tyson Bell finished off a 2-on-1 with Tyler Biles with 5:46 left to send the game to OT.

The Lakers have a busy week to close out the regular season. They visit the Cobourg Kodiaks on Sunday and the Brooklin Lacrosse Club on Wednesday before returning home Thursday to host Brooklin. Tickets for Thursday’s game are on sale at the Memorial Centre box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Thomas Hoggarth (3-1)
Holden Cattoni (2-1)

Eli McLaughlin (1-2)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Mike Robinson (1-0)

Austin Hasen (0-2)

Jay Thorimbert (0-1)

Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)

Cory Vitarelli announces retirement from Lakers

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 04:31:07 GMT

Cory Vitarelli has announced his retirement from the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers. The organization would like to wholeheartedly thank Cory for his contributions and sacrifices throughout the years as he helped us to six Mann Cup championships and truly embodied the true spirit of being a Laker.

Meaghan Roy has the full story: https://globalnews.ca/video/9825710/peterboroughs-cory-vitarelli-calls-it-a-career/

Big rebound win for Lakers on new turf

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 06:58:12 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers got their first win on their new turf Thursday night at the Memorial Centre, defeating the Brooklin Lacrosse Club 15-10.

It was the Lakers’ biggest offensive output of the season.

“We’re getting more comfortable with each other,” said head coach Mike Hasen. We had a lot of opportunities. They played well, but we also got a lot too, with 68 shots on goal. It was a great offensive output. Tonight was a good night.”

Kiel Matisz returned to the lineup and scored a goal and six assists.

"I think Moose (Matisz) coming in here just gave everybody a sense of ease," Hasen said.

"I was a little anxious starting the game but it was great to be back, bonding in the room, and it was great to see all the smiling faces on the Lakers again," Matisz stated.

Eli McLaughlin had a goal and two assists in his home debut, and Colton Armstrong scored his first goal in front of the home crowd since being acquired earlier in the season.

The Lakers led 3-1 after the first period. Brooklin quickly tied the game in the second, with the teams going back and forth for a while. Peterborough took over late in the period and led 9-7. Then they outscored Brooklin 6-3 in the third period.

Landon Kells got the win in goal, making 39 saves.

Connor Kearnan led Brooklin with two goals and two assists.

Peterborough remains in second place with a 9-3-0 record, while Brooklin remains in third place with a record of 6-5-0. The Lakers have four games remaining in the regular season.

The Lakers are off until next Thursday when they welcome the first-place Six Nations Chiefs back to the Memorial Centre. Tickets for the rivalry game, which will honour the 1973 Mann Cup winning Lakers team, are now on sale at the box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Josh Currier (3-2)

Holden Cattoni (3-2)

Austin Hasen (2-2)

Mike Robinson (2-0)

Kiel Matisz (1-6)

Turner Evans (1-4)

Thomas Hoggarth (1-4)

Eli McLaughlin (1-2)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Jordan Stouros (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Lakers fall to Chiefs for second time this season

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:57:31 GMT

OHSWEKEN, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers fell to the Six Nations Chiefs 12-7 on Tuesday night at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena. It was the Lakers second loss to t he Chiefs at the ILA this season.

The Chiefs strengthen their first-place lead with a 10-2-0 record, while the Lakers fall to 8-3-0 and hold second place.

Eli McLaughlin led the Lakers with two goals and two assists in his debut, including a highlight-reel crease dive goal in the third period.

“That was my first summer ball game in five years,” McLaughlin said. “The guys were very welcoming. Obviously it was not the result we wanted but it was nice to get out there and meet all the guys. Next game we’ll figure it out.”

Shayne Jackson led the Chiefs with four goals. Warren Hill got the win in goal.

The Lakers return home this Thursday, July 13 to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club. Tickets are available at the Memorial Centre box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Eli McLaughlin (2-2)

Holden Cattoni (1-3)

Josh Currier (1-1)

Taite Cattoni (1-1)

Colton Armstrong (1-0)

Cam Milligan (1-0)

Turner Evans (0-2)

Austin Hasen (0-1)

Thomas Hoggarth (0-1)

Photo supplied by Darryl Smart/Six Nations Chiefs

Big wins all around on Pride Night

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:53:40 GMT

JULY 6, 2023 - The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers improved their record to 8-2 on Thursday night with a 12-9 win over the Cobourg Kodiaks on Pride Night at the Peterborough Memorial Centre.

The Lakers raised over $3500 through a silent auction featuring specially-designed game-worn Pride jerseys during the game, with proceeds being donated to Sport A Rainbow. Prior to the game, the Lakers took the Sport A Rainbow pledge to speak up against hateful speech and actions in sport.

“Anytime you can make people feel welcome and make sure everyone is comfortable in their own skin, that’s important,” said captain Robert Hope. “As an educator, it starts with being a good person. Show people respect.”

“Lakers lacrosse is for everyone. It’s all inclusive,” stated Cam Milligan, who played his first game back in a Lakers’ uniform after being re-acquired from the Kodiaks.

The Lakers scored four-straight goals to open the game before Cobourg got on the board. Milligan pushed his way to the front of the net to put Peterborough up 5-1 after the first.

Peterborough continued to dominate in the second period, outscoring Cobourg 5-2 to lead 10-3 after 40 minutes. Jr. A call-up Nick Roode scored his first MSL goal, and Holden Cattoni completed a hat trick.

The Lakers looked to be in control of the game, leading 11-4 in the third after Cattoni’s fourth of the game, but Cobourg found a spark and scored five goals in the last six minutes of play, including a pair of shorthanded markers, to cut the deficit.

“They finished hard. Fortunately, we had a lead because we worked hard early,” said Milligan. “We still got the W so I’ll take it.”

Nick Roode scored on a last-second penalty shot to seal the deal for the Lakers, who remain in second place behind the Six Nations Chiefs.

Landon Kells got the win in goal with 42 saves.

Scott Dominey and Tanner Buck led the Kodiaks with a pair of goals and a pair of assists each.

The Lakers are on the road Tuesday to visit the Chiefs in a game that will have first-place ramifications, and then return home next Thursday, July 13 to host the Brooklin Lacrosse Club. Tickets are available at the Memorial Centre box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Holden Cattoni (4-3)

Nick Roode (2-0)

Turner Evans (1-4)

Cam Milligan (1-4)

Taite Cattoni (1-4)

Mike Robinson (1-2)

Austin Hasen (1-1)

Josh Currier (1-0)

Jake Withers (0-1)

Matt Gilray (0-1)

Lakers to host first-ever Pride Night this Thursday, with special jersey auction!

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:52:30 GMT

JULY 4, 2023 - The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are excited to announce that this Thursday’s game versus the Cobourg Kodiaks will be the team’s first-ever Pride Night!

The t eam will wear specially designed jerseys during the game that will be auctioned off with proceeds supporting Sport A Rainbow, an organization founded by Lakers’ volunteer Rose Powers, whose mission is “inclusion for all in sport.”

Fans can place bids on jerseys throughout the game, with bidding sheets available in the main lobby, east lobby and upstairs. Bidding will end 10 minutes after the conclusion of the game. If you want to get your hands on one of these special, one-of-a-kind, game-worn jerseys, you need to be at the game!

Sport A Rainbow is a pledge initiative that encourages everyone to stand up against hateful speech and actions in all sports, recognizing that sports are about more than just the game. The Lakers team has taken the pledge and players proudly wear Sport A Rainbow helmet stickers. Learn more at https://sportarainbow.ca.

Fans are encouraged to show their pride at the game by dressing up in rainbow-coloured clothing!

Other events taking place on Thursday:

- First intermission: Over 40 members of the Lakers’ Dance Team will perform in tribute to Riddick MacHart.

- Second intermission: Members from PMLA Girls Teams will be hosting a demonstration on the floor. Kids will be allowed on the floor to play following the demonstration.

Tickets for Thursday’s Pride Night vs. Cobourg on sale now at the Peterborough Memorial Centre box office.

Lakers swing trade with Kodiaks for Cam Milligan

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:48:08 GMT

JULY 2, 2023 - The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers swung a last-minute deal with Cobourg on Saturday ahead of the Major Series Lacrosse trade deadline, sending Cole Hanrahan and a 2024 third-round draft pick to the Kodiaks in exchange for Peterborough native Cam Milligan.

Milligan, a righty forward, is the second local play er the Lakers have brought home this season after acquiring defender Colton Armstrong in June. He has not played for Cobourg this season, instead committing to the Sr. B Oakville Rock who are hosting the President’s Cup in August.

Milligan made his MSL debut with the Lakers in 2013 as a Jr. A call-up, and spent parts of two seasons with the club before being traded to Cobourg before the 2019 season.

Hanrahan, from Huntsville, is a Trent University grad currently playing with the Ennismore James Gang. He appeared in one game for the Lakers this season.

Lakers general manager Paul Day said both Milligan and Hanrahan will remain with their Sr. B clubs but will have the option to play in the MSL.

“Oakville wants to continue to use Milligan but it helps us because we have two roster spots open,” Day said.

However, Lakers fans shouldn’t be surprised to see Milligan in the lineup this Thursday when the Kodiaks visit the Memorial Centre at 8 p.m. Tickets for the game, which is in support of Pride and Sport A Rainbow, are on sale at the box office.

Lakers take season series over Excelsiors

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:43:33 GMT

JUNE 29, 2023 - The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers defeated the Brampton Excelsiors 9-7 on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre, taking the season series between the two clubs three games to one. The win ties the Lakers with the Six Nations Chiefs for first place in the MSL at 7-2.

The Lakers led 3-0 after the first period on the strength of a pair of goals from Sr. B call-up Mike Robinson.

Brampton came on strong in the second, outscoring the Lakers 5-2 for a 5-5 after the period.

Curtis Goddard gave the Excelsiors an early 6-5 lead in the third until the Lakers roared back for four goals in a row. Josh Currier scored his second of the game; Holden Cattoni scored a pair, including the game winner on a sharp-angle shot, and Robinson completed his hat trick after picking up Cattoni’s rebound.

Drew Hutchison played well in goal, making a number of stops on Excelsior transition attempts. He finished with 42 saves.

Next Thursday, the Lakers host the Cobourg Kodiaks on Pride Night in support of Sport A Rainbow. The team will be wearing special jerseys that will be auctioned off after the game. Tickets are on sale at the Memorial Centre box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Mike Robinson (3-0)

Holden Cattoni (2-5)

Josh Currier (2-1)

Austin Hasen (1-3)

Turner Evans (1-1)

DJ Clark (0-2)

Tommy Collins (0-1)

Joel Tayler (0-1)

Eli McLaughlin acquired from WLA's Burnaby Lakers

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:28:39 GMT

JUNE 29, 2023 - The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers added lefty offensive threat Eli McLaughlin on Wednesday, ahead of Saturday’s Major Series Lacrosse trade deadline.

McLaughlin was acquired from the Western Lacrosse Association’s Burnaby Lakers for an undisclosed amount of cash.

“He is a high-end offensive dynamic talent that we are truly excited to get in the Lakers’ lineup,” said general manager Paul Day.

Day said that McLaughlin, who is currently playing for Team Haudenosaunee at the World Men’s Lacrosse Championships with Thomas Hoggarth and Blake McDonald, will move to Peterborough for the summer and will be available after July 9th.

McLaughlin plays with Lakers’ captain Robert Hope during the NLL season for the Colorado Mammoth, and helped them win the league championship in 2022. This past season, he scored 44 goals and 38 assists for 82 points in 17 games.

The Lakers host the Brampton Excelsiors at the Memorial Centre on Thursday evening at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at the PMC box office.

Lakers get narrow win over Chiefs as Armstrong debuts

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:19:02 GMT

JUNE 23, 2023 - The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers got a narrow 9-8 win over the Six Nations Chiefs on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre. Now halfway through the regular season, the Lakers sit in second place with a 6-2 record, behind the Chiefs at 7-2.

Turner Evans led Peterborough with four goals and one assist, while call-ups Carter Page and Jason Knox each scored a pair of goals.

Knox, a call-up from the Sr. B Oakville Rock, was elated to be playing with the Lakers.

“I had a lot of fun,” he said. “It’s an honour to be called up to play with some of these guys that I’ve been watching since I was a kid. It’s a dream come true to get out on the floor and share the floor with them.”

Tied at two after the first period, the Lakers rattled off five goals in a row in the second period to lead 8-4 heading to the final frame.

Evans scored the highlight-reel goal of the game, a low backhand shot off of Taite Cattoni’s one-armed pass.

Colton Armstrong made his Lakers’ debut after being acquired on Tuesday from the Cobourg Kodiaks.

“It was good to be back home playing in front of Peterborough and wearing that Lakers jersey,” Armstrong said. “It’s been a dream of mine living across the road and now coming here and putting it on, playing in front of these amazing fans. It was awesome.”

Landon Kells got the win in goal with 46 saves.

Shayne Jackson led the Chiefs with a third-period hat trick.

The Lakers are off until next Thursday, June 29 when they host the Brampton Excelsiors at the Memorial Centre. Tickets are already on sale at the Memorial Centre box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:

Turner Evans (4-1)

Carter Page (2-1)

Jason Knox (2-0)

Holden Cattoni (1-4)

Austin Hasen (0-1)

Robert Hope (0-1)

Taite Cattoni (0-1)

Lakers swing deal to bring Colton Armstrong home

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 05:04:43 GMT

JUNE 21, 2023 - Peterborough Century 21 Lakers general manager Paul Day made a significant trade on Tuesday night, bringing Peterborough native Colton Armstrong back into the fold.

First, the Lakers traded defenceman Caleb Creasor and future considerations to the Brooklin Lacrosse Club for Austin Murphy. Day then flipped Murphy, a 2025 first-round draft pick and future considerations to the Cobourg Kodiaks for Armstrong and a 2024 second-round pick.

“Armstrong is a top right-handed transition player in the NLL for the Halifax Thunderbirds,” stated Day. “We need more goals from our transition game. It’s great to bring a Peterborough guy, who will make an immediate impact, home.”

“As soon as I walk on the floor I’ll make sure to take it all in,” said Armstrong, a Jr. C Lakers grad. “I’ll show them who I am and why I belong there. Hopefully I can help out and bring another Mann Cup home to Peterborough. I’m looking forward to the opportunity that Paul Day and Kodiaks’ GM John Webb have given me to come back home and play for my hometown.”

Armstrong will be in the lineup tomorrow night when the Six Nations Chiefs pay their first visit of the season to the Memorial Centre.

The Lakers also expect Bryce Sweeting and Jay Thorimbert back in the lineup.

The Lakers are asking fans to bring gently used shoes and new socks to the Memorial Centre in support of the Peterborough Lions, who have partnered with SOLES4SOULS to distribute the shoes to those in need both locally and to Kenyan lacrosse players. Donation bins will be available at each door.

The Lakers are also introducing their new mascot on Thursday night after Leo the Laker Lion retired prior to the season in honour of Riddick MacHart.

Lakers win big in Brampton

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:35:45 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers won big over the Brampton Excelsiors on Sunday night with a 13-2 score.

The game was delayed an hour and 20 minutes after it was discovered there were no referees assigned to work the game. The delay didn’t affect the Lakers, who played a solid first period, leading 3-2 after the opening frame.

But they really turned things up in the latter 40 minutes of the game, outscoring the Excelsiors 10-0 in the final two periods.

The Lakers, without Holden Cattoni and Thomas Hoggarth to prior commitments, were led by Josh Currier’s three goals and five assists, and three goals and four assists from Taite Cattoni. Drew Hutchison was phenomenal in goal, and the Lakers got a big boost in the return of Jake Withers, who won 14/18 faceoffs.

“It was very, very fun to get back out there. It was good to be back with the guys, playing with some of my best friends,” Withers said.

Brothers Lucas and Tyler Ferreira each scored a goal for Brampton.

The Lakers finish off a busy stretch of lacrosse when they return home this Thursday, June 22nd to host the Six Nations Chiefs. Game time is 8 p.m. at the Memorial Centre and tickets are on sale at the PMC box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:
Josh Currier (3-5)
Taite Cattoni (3-4)
Turner Evans (2-3)
Owen Hiltz (2-2)
D.J. Clark (1-3)
Austin Hasen (1-1)
Mitch Ogilvie (1-0)
Mike Robinson (0-5)
Matt Gilray (0-1)

Lakers beat Cobourg for second time this week

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:35:01 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers beat the Cobourg Kodiaks 10-8 on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre. It was the Lakers’ second win of the week over Cobourg, having previously beaten them 12-8 on Sunday in Cobourg.

The game was tied 3-3 after the first, and Cobourg led 6-5 after the second. It was another big third period from the Lakers, in which they scored five-straight goals, that was the difference.

“We learned some lessons,” said captain Robert Hope. “The team played hard over there, they got some great goaltending, the back end was tough and they hit their shots when they had them. I think we at times made a lot of mistakes that they capitalized on but we had a good third that helped us out at the end.”

Thomas Hoggarth led Peterborough with a hat trick and one assist. Holden Cattoni and Josh Currier each scored twice and had four assists. Landon Kells made 36 saves in goal for the win.

Former Jr. A Laker Tyler Hendrycks led the Kodiaks with three goals and three assists. Jackson Brown stopped 44 Lakers shots.

The Lakers are on the road this Sunday, June 18th to visit the Brampton Excelsiors, which will be their fifth game in 11 days. They return home next Thursday, June 22nd to host the Six Nations Chiefs.

Tickets for Thursday’s game are on sale at the PMC box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:
Thomas Hoggarth (3-1)
Josh Currier (2-4)
Holden Cattoni (2-4)
Austin Hasen (2-2)
Taite Cattoni (1-2)
Turner Evans (0-2)
Mike Robinson (0-1)
Joel Tayler (0-1)

Shawn Evans' playing rights transferred to Sr. B Akwesasne Bucks

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:33:47 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers Lacrosse Club has announced the t ransfer of Shawn Evans to the Akwesasne Bucks Sr. B team for the 2023 season. This transfer comes as a result of Evans' second request to be transferred this year, with the Lakers ultimately granting his request after careful consideration.

Evans initially expressed his desire to be t ransferred before the start of the season in May, citing the need for certain concessions to be made in order for him to continue playing with the Lakers. The organization accommodated Evans' requests, leading to his participation in the first game of the season, where he contributed 1 goal and 5 assists.

However, Evans has been unable to join the line up since then due to work commitments and ongoing legal matters surrounding an insurance claim. These issues have also impacted the laying of the carpet at the Lakers' home arena, resulting in the City's decision to deny its use by the Lakers and for games involving the Junior A’s and minor leagues. Additionally, Evans has stated that he has not fully recovered from an injury sustained during game 6 of last year's Mann Cup.

The second t ransfer request was brought to the Lakers' Board of Directors by General Manager Paul Day, who learned through the OLA that Evans had applied to Lacrosse Canada to be re-classified for Sr. B Lacrosse with the Akwesasne Bucks. The Board approved the negotiation for the transfer last night, and a deal was reached today with Akwesasne. As part of the deal, the Lakers will receive some monetary compensation.

Evans has indicated that this will likely be his last season, and while the Lakers' Board would have preferred to see him finish his career in Peterborough, they respect his decision. Throughout his career, Evans has enjoyed tremendous support from the Peterborough Sr. and Jr. Lakers organizations, and his exceptional skills and character have made him a beloved figure among fans.

The Peterborough Lakers express their gratitude to Shawn Evans for his contributions and wish him all the best in his future endeavours. The team will continue to focus on their pursuit of success and remain committed to their loyal fan base.

Lakers fall to Chiefs on the road

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:32:56 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers fell to arch-rival Six Nations Chiefs on Tuesday, 8-5 at the Iroquois Lacrosse Arena.

Though Drew Hutchison was strong in goal, the Lakers couldn’t muster the offense necessary to support him, and fall to 3-2 on the season.

Thomas Hoggarth led the Lakers with a pair of goals. Austin Staats led Six Nations with three goals and four assists. Doug Jamieson got the win in goal.

The Lakers return home this Thursday, June 15 to host the Cobourg Kodiaks at 8 p.m. before hitting the road on Sunday to visit the Brampton Excelsiors.

Tickets for Thursday’s game are on sale at the PMC box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:
Thomas Hoggarth (2-0)
Turner Evans (1-1)
Austin Hasen (1-1)
Taite Cattoni (1-0)
Holden Cattoni (0-3)
Thomas Whitty (0-1)
Robert Hope (0-1)
Alex Pace (0-1)

Lakers get back in win column 12-8 over Cobourg

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:32:15 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers improved to 3-1 on the young Major Series Lacrosse season after a 12-8 win over the Cobourg Kodiaks at the Cobourg Community Centre.

The first 40 minutes were tight: it was tied 5-5 after the first, and 8-8 after the second.

“I think we picked it up [after that],” said Lakers’ defensive coordinator Bobby Keast. “I know I talked to the defence and [said] let’s start dictating what happens here... Let’s not wait for them to do something and us react. I know Mike Hasen had the same talk with the offence.”

The Lakers came into the third period stronger and more focused, and shut out the Kodiaks 4-0.

Josh Currier led the attack with three goals and two assists. D.J. Clark, called up from the Jr. A Lakers, contributed a pair of goals and one assist. Landon Kells made 40 saves for the win.

The Lakers hit the road Tuesday to visit Six Nations, and then return home to the PMC on Thursday, June 15 to host the Kodiaks at 8 p.m.

Tickets for next week’s game are on sale at the PMC box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:
Josh Currier (3-2)
D.J. Clark (2-1)
Thomas Hoggarth (2-0)
Turner Evans (1-5)
Austin Hasen (1-5)
Holden Cattoni (1-5)
Taite Cattoni (1-2)
Jordan Stouros (1-0)

Lakers raise Mann Cup banner but fall to Excelsiors in home opener

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:31:09 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers raised their 2022 Mann Cup championship banner on Thursday night at the Memorial Centre, but the night was marred by a 14-13 loss to the Brampton Excelsiors.

Brampton jumped out to a 3-0 lead before the Lakers rattled off three in a row in a span of 1:09. Taite Catton got on the board first with a classic overhand shot up the middle. Taite and older brother Holden would go on to combine for 13 points in the game.

Thomas Hoggarth provided a little magic next, beating Excels' goalie Lucas Nagy with a one-handed underhand shot. The Lakers won the ensuing faceoff, and Mitch Ogilvie streaked to the net to score.

But Brampton turned on the jets and scored three more in the last 1:26, including two in the last 12 seconds, to end the first period up 6-3.

Josh Currier opened the scoring in the second, but Brampton scored four straight for a 10-4 lead. Holden Cattoni scored two of his five goals in the game to close out the period.

Though Peterborough made inroads in the third period, the Excelsiors had an answer nearly every time. Down 14-10, Cattoni scored a power play goal, followed up by a pair 20 seconds apart from Taite Cattoni, but the Lakers couldn’t find the equalizer.

Drew Hutchison made 41 saves in goal for Peterborough.

The Excelsiors, who picked up their first win of the season following three losses, were led by Tanner Thomson’s four goals.

The Lakers fall to 2-1 on the season, and look to get back in the win column on Sunday when they visit the Cobourg Kodiaks at 6 p.m. They also hit the road Tuesday to visit Six Nations, and then return home to the PMC next Thursday, June 15 to host the Kodiaks.

Tickets for next week’s game are on sale at the PMC box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:
Holden Cattoni (5-3)
Taite Cattoni (3-2)
Turner Evans (2-4)
Thomas Hoggarth (1-2)
Josh Currier (1-2)
Mitch Ogilvie (1-0)
Austin Hasen (0-4)
Owen Hiltz (0-3)
Jordan Stouros (0-1)
Matt Wright (0-1)
Matt Gilray (0-1)

Lakers improve to 2-0, prepare for home opener Thursday

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:30:09 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers improved to 2-0 on the young Major Series Lacrosse season with a 14-9 win over the Brooklin Lacrosse Club at Iroquois Park Sports Centre.

Turner Evans led the onslaught with three goals and three assists. Thomas Hoggarth put up a third period hat trick. The teams were tied at five after the first period, but Peterborough pulled away with four-goal runs in both the second and third periods.

Landon Kells made 27 saves in goal for the win.

Kyle Waters led Brooklin with four goals and a single assist. Riley Hutchcraft took the loss, making 20 saves.

The Lakers are excited to be right back in action on Thursday night with their home opener and Mann Cup banner raising set for 8 p.m. at the Peterborough Memorial Centre! Fans should be in their seats by 7:45 p.m. for the opening ceremonies. A tailgate party planned before the game has been cancelled due to the poor air quality forecasted. Fans are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item to donate to Kawartha Food Share.

Tickets for the game are on sale at the PMC box office, which opens at 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning.

Scoring for the Lakers:
Turner Evans (3-3)
Thomas Hoggarth (3-0)
Taite Cattoni (2-1)
Josh Currier (1-5)
Austin Hasen (1-4)
Joel Tayler (1-3)
Matt Gilray (1-3)
Owen Hiltz (1-2)
Adam Thistlethwaite (1-0)
Jordan Stouros (0-1)
Matt Wright (0-1)
Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)
Holden Cattoni (0-1)

Lakers win season opener over Brampton

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:28:41 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers kicked off their Drive For Five with an 11-8 win over the Brampton Excelsiors on Thursday night. It was the Lakers’ first visit to Brampton’s Memorial Arena since 2019.

Thomas Hoggarth led the attack with a hat trick, followed by Holden Cattoni who put up a pair of goals and two assists. The Lakers controlled the scoreboard the whole game.

With players expected to trickle back to the lineup slowly, the Lakers called up four players including Adam Churchill and Nick Webb from the Sr. B Ennismore James Gang.

The Lakers also welcomed Joel Tayler back to the lineup for the first time since their 2017 Mann Cup win. Tayler scored once in his debut.

Drew Hutchison got the win in goal.

James Whiteford led Brampton with two goals and two assists, while Henry Follows scored twice and had one assist.

The Lakers are off until Wednesday when they visit the Brooklin Lacrosse Club at Iroquois Park Sports Centre in Whitby. Their home opener is set for the next night, Thursday, June 8 at 8 p.m. vs. Brampton, with a tailgate party in the parking lot before the game. Tickets for the home opener are now on sale at the Memorial Centre box office.

Scoring for the Lakers:
Thomas Hoggarth (3-0)
Holden Cattoni (2-2)
Matt Gilray (2-0)
Shawn Evans (1-5)
Adam Churchill (1-2)
Turner Evans (1-0)
Joel Tayler (1-0)
Caleb Creasor (0-1)
Austin Hasen (0-1)
Jordan Stouros (0-1)
Eric Shewell (0-1)
Josh Currier (0-1)
Taite Cattoni (0-1)
Mitch Ogilvie (0-1)

Lakers gearing up for #DriveForFive

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 13:23:23 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are gearing up for the 2023 season, and made several announcements at a press conference today at the Peterborough and District Sports Hall of Fame.

NEW JERSEY DESIGN

Our remarkable new jerseys pay homage to the rich history of the team while incorporating improvements that enhance legibility and showcase our valued sponsors.

Taking inspiration from our iconic jersey colors of the late 60's and 70's, which featured a captivating combination of green and gold, the new design celebrates our traditional roots. In the 80's, the team donned blue and white jerseys as the Peterborough Quakers, adding another layer to our history. However, for the past few decades, our jerseys have featured a dominant red, blue, and white palette.

Today, we proudly announce that our new jersey design combines the beloved red, blue, and white color scheme with improved elements that prioritize readability. Our aim was to create a jersey that not only showcases our sponsors with clarity but also ensures player numbers and names are easily visible for fans both near and far.

We believe we have achieved our goal in creating the ultimate Mann Cup Jersey. This new design seamlessly blends the best of our heritage with a contemporary touch, preserving the legacy of the Peterborough Lakers while setting a new standard for aesthetics and functionality.

LEO'S RETIREMENT

It is with mixed emotions that we announce the upcoming retirement of our beloved mascot, "Leo the Laker Lion." Leo has been an integral part of our organization since the early 2000s, captivating the hearts of fans young and old with his incredible energy and spirited performances. From his inception as an idea from a local student to his unforgettable presence at our games, Leo has brought joy, enthusiasm and excitement to the entire Lakers community.

Leo has decided to retire in honour of a dear friend and colleague, Riddick MacHart, who tragically lost his life last year in an accident with his family just east of Peterborough. Leo and Riddick shared a special bond, bringing joy to the fans and pumping up their fellow cheerleaders with an infectious dancing groove. In memory of Riddick's spirit and dedication, Leo has made the difficult decision to step away from the spotlight.

Riddick's impact on our organization and community will always be remembered, and Leo's retirement is a fitting tribute to their friendship and shared love for bringing joy to others.

Leo's last official day as our beloved mascot will be on June 22nd, and we invite all of you to join us on this special occasion. On that day, we will introduce Leo's successor, who will carry the torch of enthusiasm and spirit forward as we continue to create lasting memories for Lakers fans.

Thank you, Leo, for being an extraordinary ambassador for our team.

HOME OPENER

On June 8th, the Peterborough Lakers will host our thrilling home opener against the Brampton Excelsiors, and we couldn't be more excited to kick off the season with a bang. We have a line up of exciting events and activities planned to make this a truly unforgettable experience for all.

First and foremost, we are proud to announce our partnership with Kawartha Food Share, a vital service that supports local food banks. As a team, we are committed to giving back to our community, and we invite you to join us in this worthy cause. Fans are encouraged to bring non-perishable food items to the game, as Kawartha Food Share will have collection bins available at the arena.

A tailgate party will start at 5:30 p.m. and continue until 7:30 p.m. in the main parking lot near the front doors of the Peterborough Memorial Centre. Indulge in mouthwatering hamburgers, hotdogs, and refreshing beverages, all available for a nominal price. Adults will have the opportunity to purchase beer and unwind as they soak in the vibrant atmosphere. Adding to the festivities, the Ilk band will be gracing us with their presence, delivering an energetic fusion of folk, country and rock music to set the perfect tone for the tailgate.

At 7:50 p.m., we will be joined by the talented players from Peterborough Minor Lacrosse, showcasing the future stars of our sport. Special guests will also be in attendance, adding to the sense of occasion and celebration.

And here's the moment we've all been waiting for! As we gather together, united in our passion for the Peterborough Lakers, we will proudly raise our record-tying 4th consecutive Mann Cup Championship Banner, symbolizing our extraordinary achievements and dedication to excellence.

Join us as we ignite the Lake Show and embark on another remarkable season together.

Season Tickets Now on Sale for the Drive for Five!

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 16:47:07 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers made history by winning their fourth consecutive Canadian Mann Cup Championship in 2022, solidifying their position as one of the greatest teams in the history of Major Series Lacrosse. The Lakers' incredible run of dominance is a testament to their hard work, dedication and unwavering commitment to excellence.

As the 2023 Major Series Lacrosse season approaches, the Lakers are looking to build on their success and continue their championship reign. Season ticket buyers and renewals for the 2023 season will have the opportunity to witness the Lakers' quest for a fifth consecutive Mann Cup Championship, as well as all the exciting action and entertainment that Major Series Lacrosse has to offer. This year's quest for the "Drive for 5" will be a thrilling journey that fans won't want to miss.

Season ticket buyers and renewals will enjoy a number of benefits, including:

• Exclusive access to pre-sale tickets for all home games that will save fans money rather than buying tickets each game

• Priority seating selection for regular season and playoffs

Season tickets can be purchased or renewed beginning Wednesday, March 22 at the Peterborough Memorial Centre box office. Current ticket holders must renew their seats by May 5.

If previous season ticket holders miss the due date, their reserved seats will be open to the exchange of seats by other season ticket holders or to new buyers.

For those who have bought or renewed their seats but wish to see if they can find better seats, a ticket seat exchange will be held on May 10. There may be new seats available from those who do not renew from last year.

All season tickets will be printed after May 10 and will be available for pick up on May 17.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to witness history in the making and be a part of the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers' quest for a fifth consecutive Canadian Mann Cup Championship.

"We are thrilled to offer season ticket buyers and renewals the opportunity to be a part of our journey as we strive for another Mann Cup Championship in the Drive for 5," said Lakers General Manager Paul Day. "Our fans are an integral part of our success, and we look forward to providing them with an unforgettable season of lacrosse."

To purchase season tickets or renewals beginning March 22, visit www.memorialcentre.caor contact the ticket office at 705-743-3561.

Century 21 Lakers Add Jordan Winch to Business Staff

Sun, 05 Mar 2023 18:59:50 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers have added a member to their business staff.

Jordan Winch, the team’s new full-time Coordinator - Marketing, Sales and Community Events, began working for the team in December. Winch’s role is to assist the Board of Directors with sales, sponsorships, marketing initiatives and community events.

“As a volunteer group, we thought it would be best to have someone doing this full time in order to better serve our fans, sponsors and community partners,” said board chair Len Powers. “We are excited about the new ideas, strategies and tactics Jordan has already brought to the table. We’d like to formally welcome him to the team and look forward to him meeting you all in the near future.”

Winch is a Peterborough native with a passion for sports. He graduated from Brock University’s Sports Management program in 2018 and then completed an internship with Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment in the Toronto Maple Leafs’ Community Relations department. The past four years has been spent working in service and sales in the sporting goods industry.

“Growing up in Peterborough, I know how special the Lakers are to this city and how hard the board of directors, players, staff, volunteers and sponsors work to create such a successful product both on the floor and in the community,” Winch expressed. “I want to assist these individuals, while also implementing new strategies, ideas and initiatives that will further enhance the strong impact the Lakers already have in this community.”

Businesses wishing to sponsor the Lakers during their Drive For Five Mann Cup quest this season should contact Winch at jwinch.ptbolakers@outlook.com.

Peterborough Examiner Providing Weekly Coverage of Local NLL Ties

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:19:20 GMT

Each Tuesday, the Peterborough Examiner will publish a weekly recap of what our Peterborough Century 21 Lakers players and coaches, as well as other players with local ties, did during the weekend in the National Lacrosse League. Look for the story in the Sports Section online or in Tuesday's print edition.

Check out the first three:

Robert Hope
Shawn Evans
Joel Tayler (Matthews)

Lakers Protect 4 Graduating Juniors, Add 3 Through Draft

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:16:59 GMT

The Drive for Five is underway, as the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers added some key new pieces to their championship team through the annual Major Series Lacrosse draft.

Peterborough held three picks in the six-round draft.

Their first round pick, third overall, was Matt Wright from the Mimico Mountaineers. The 6’1, 210 lb. right-handed defenceman from Oakville will fit in right away with the Lakers, said general manager Paul Day.

“We are very excited to draft Wright,” said Day. “We feel he has a great motor and is someone that can play and make an impact right away. We need righty defencemen and he is big and fast.”

Wright is in his fourth year at the University of North Carolina. He recently won a silver medal with Team Canada at the U21 World Championships in Limerick, and was on Canada’s roster at the inaugural World Lacrosse Super Sixes event in 2021 with Mark Matthews and Zach Currier.

The Lakers’ fourth round pick was lefty transition player Caleb Commandant, drafted 21st overall. Commandant, 5’9 and 170 lbs., is an Oakville Buzz Jr A/Guelph Regals Jr B graduate. He is currently in his third year at RIT as a Long-Stick Midfielder.

With their final pick, the Lakers stayed close to home, choosing Lindsay native and Jr. A Lakers righty defenceman Tyler Grandel at pick 27. Grandel, 6’0 and 165 lbs., played as a call-up for the Sr. Lakers in a game versus Cobourg last season. He was the Jr. A Lakers’ primary face-off man which is an area the Lakers will need to shore up should Jake Withers continue to play in the PLL.

Grandel previously won the Meredith Cup with the Jr. C Lakers, and is currently playing for the Oshawa Outlaws in the Arena Lacrosse League.

Prior to the draft, the Lakers protected graduating Jr. A Lakers Carter Page, Tyler Hendrycks, Nick Webb and Owen Hiltz.

Fellow Jr. A Laker grad Holden Lowes was selected by Cobourg in the fourth round, 13th overall. Mimico’s Justin Sykes was taken first overall by Cobourg.

Century 21 Lakers Auctioning Mann Cup Jerseys for Charity

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 19:02:08 GMT

The Peterborough Century 21 Lakers are auctioning off their 2022 Mann Cup jerseys, with proceeds being donated to Kawartha Food Share and the Parkinson’s Society.

The action is being hosted online by Rusland’s, opening Saturday, February 4 at 10 a.m. and closing Wednesday, February 8 at 7 p.m.

The auction can be found here:
https://ruslands.hibid.com/catalog/411691/peterborough-century-21-lakers-charity-auction/

This past September, the Lakers defeated the Langley Thunder in a historic seven-game series to claim the 2022 Mann Cup, their fourth trophy in a row. Get ready to own a piece of history!

Peterborough Petes Honouring Lakers' Mann Cup Win on Saturday!

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 18:20:56 GMT

PETERBOROUGH, ON – The Peterborough Petes will host members of the 2022 Mann Cup 4-Peat Champion Peterborough Lakers in The Sandbar Presented by Sandbagger during Saturday’s home game against the Hamilton Bulldogs. Fans can get tickets to join the Mann Cup and the nation’s best lacrosse team in The Sandbar for just $15 plus taxes and fees.

After the Lakers are honoured during the ceremonial puck drop, the Mann Cup will be on display in The Sandbar throughout the game. The game is scheduled for 7:05PM at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Saturday.

The Lakers are coming off of their fourth straight Mann Cup championship, defeating the Langley Thunder 13-9 on Saturday, September 17 at the PMC.

“We’re really excited to give fans the chance to mix and mingle with members of the Lakers in The Sandbar, and get up close and personal with the Mann Cup all throughout our game on Saturday night,” commented Burton Lee, Petes Executive Director, Business Operations. “The Lakers put on a show at the Memorial Centre all summer long, and they deserve the opportunity to be recognized in front of thousands of fans.”

Anyone with a ticket to the game can enter The Sandbar and see the Mann Cup and meet the players, but priority will be given to those with Sandbar tickets, while supplies last and in accordance with capacity limitations.

Tickets to Saturday’s game are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting the PMC Grant Thornton Box Office, calling (705) 743-3561, or by clicking here. Tickets are moving fast, so act now to ensure you get the best seat available.

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