Peterborough Petes Earth Fifth Straight Home Win With 4-3 Shootout Win Over Ottawa 67's

The Peterborough Petes stay hot during the holidays, winning five games in a row at home thanks to a 4-3 shootout win over the Ottawa 67’s at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

Quinton Pagé opened the scoring after knocking the puck loose off a defender’s stick in the offensive zone and lifting the puck over the pad of a sprawling Jaeden Nelson for a 1-0 lead. Ottawa responded with a goal in the final second of the period as Will Gerrior ripped a one-timer on the power play, just narrowly beating the buzzer for a 1-1 tie.

Late in the second period, the Petes were on the power play. Aiden Young faked a shot and wired a pass to a streaking Colin Fitzgerald, who tipped it in for a 2-1 score. Peterborough built their lead as Young was on the rush and did a give-and-go with captain Johnathan Melee and the former tipped it in on the backhand for a 3-1 lead going into the third.

Ottawa was able to mount a comeback in the third period, scoring twice just over halfway through the period, thanks to Gerrior and Henry Mews for a tie game. With the rest of regulation and overtime solving nothing, the terms went to a shootout to decide a winner.

The following are the shootout results:

• PBO - Caden Taylor (Goal)

• OTT - Caden Kelly (No Goal)

• PBO - Colin Fitzgerald (No Goal)

• OTT - Nathan Amidovski (No Goal)

• PBO - Gavin Bryant (No Goal)

• OTT - Will Gerrior (No Goal)

The Petes have one last game before the holiday break as they hit the road to Kingston to take on the Frontenacs on Friday at 7 p.m. at the Slush Puppie Place.

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Peterborough Petes to Wear Themed Jerseys for Annual Christmas Game; Jerseys to be Auctioned For Scholarship Fund

The Peterborough Petes will show their holiday spirit with special-themed jerseys for their annual Christmas game on Thursday against the Ottawa 67’s at the Peterborough Memorial Centre, with an online jersey auction to follow.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

Proceeds are for the Hockey Ministries International’s Camper Fund, a scholarship fund designed to help their summer campers with financial costs. The auction runs from Thursday at 9 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. EST.

The event will have Christmas-themed games and a visit from Santa Claus. He will be available throughout the game for photo opportunities in the North Lobby.

The puck drop for Thursday’s game is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. Tickets are sold out.

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CANCAST Fishing and Tackle Show Returns to Peterborough Memorial Centre On March 30

The biggest party in fishing is coming back to town as the CANCAST Fishing and Tackle Show is hitting the Peterborough Memorial Centre and Morrow Building on March 30.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Memorial Centre

The event will be vending gear from top brands, participating in the famous tackle swap, expert seminars and meet-and-greets with celebrity anglers.

Early Bird tickets are $13.60 plus applicable fees until Jan. 1. Afterwards, they are $16.60 plus applicable fees.

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Ontario Hockey Federation Updates Player Movement Regulations; Residency Regulations Removed

The Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) has updated its Player Movement Regulations to enhance participant experience and accessibility, removing several residency restrictions for players within the organization, announced on Tuesday.

Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The decision was voted on by OHF members in Toronto, where a vote was carried out to remove residency regulations in Minor Hockey for the U10 age group and above in all categories from AAA to House League inclusive.

This applies to the four Minor Hockey Members, including the Minor Hockey Alliance of Ontario (ALLIANCE), the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL), the Northern Ontario Hockey Association (NOHA) and the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA).

“This is a transformational and historic moment for hockey in the OHF,” said Phillip McKee, OHF executive director. “These changes are designed to create a more inclusive and player-focused system, ensuring every participant has fun and the opportunity to thrive. Through collaboration and listening to our hockey community, we are shaping a stronger future for the game.”

“These changes are the result of extensive feedback and unprecedented collaboration with our Members, Minor Hockey Associations and participants and we are confident they will positively impact hockey families across the OHF,” said John Kastner, Chair of the Board.

OHF says these changes align boys' and co-ed hockey with the Ontario Women’s Hockey Association (OWHA) structure and the standards followed by most sports organizations across Ontario and Canada.

Conversations regarding the changes began in 2022, leading to the formation of a dedicated committee in March. Chaired by former OHF Chair of the Board, Tony Foresi, the committee included representatives from all four Minor Member Partners and OHF Board Members.

The process involved gathering input through parent surveys and town hall meetings with Associations. On Nov. 30, over 200 Minor Hockey Representatives joined the conversation in Toronto as the final details were discussed.

“The changes to Player Movement Regulations represent a significant step forward in creating a system that prioritizes fun, player development, accessibility, and fairness,” said Foresi.

The following are the organization’s key points and regulation changes:

Enhanced Player Movement

Beginning in the 2025–2026 season, OHF Minor Hockey Players in the U10 age group and above will have the opportunity to participate with the Association of their choice regardless of Category (AAA, AA, A, BB, B etc.).

House League for U9 and Below Participants

House League players in the age group of U9 and below can continue to play anywhere within OHF.

Local Programming for Younger Participants in MD and Select

Players in the U9 age group and below will participate within their Member (ALLIANCE, GTHL, NOHA, and OMHA) under Member Regulations for Select and Minor Development hockey.

Pause on addition of Representative Teams for U10 age group and above

The OHF is implementing a temporary hold on the addition of Rep teams at U10 age group and above by Associations and OHF Members. This hold will allow for a thorough review and adjustment of the number of teams at each age group and Category.

Development of Geographically Structured Leagues

To improve accessibility and participation, the OHF, in conjunction with our Minor Members, will work to establish geographically structured leagues. This new framework will reduce travel burdens and promote a more inclusive hockey environment across all regions.

Increased Penalties for Tampering

The OHF and its Minor Members will introduce timelines and increased penalties for recruiting players, during the current season, on other teams for the next season. Such penalties will apply to anyone involved with a team.

The Work is Not Done

The Player Movement Committee will remain active, adjusting the Rules and Regulations for the 2026-2027 season and addressing any unintended consequences that may arise.

Immediate Application of Adopted Regulations

The adopted Regulations will be effective immediately, with the exception that rostering and affiliation for the 2024-2025 season will remain in effect for the remainder of the 2024-2025 season.

The changes are effective for the 2025–26 hockey season.

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Peterborough Petes Defeat Rival Oshawa Generals In 4-3 Overtime Thriller

The Petes got the win in dramatic fashion over their rival Oshawa Generals as they walked it of with a 4-3 overtime win at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

The opening period had only one goal and it was courtesy of Petes captain Johnathan Melee on the penalty kill. Braydon McCallum was on the rush short handed and he sent it back to the high slot to a charging Melee who one-timed it home for a 1-0 lead.

Peterborough added to their lead as Blake Gowan snapped a shot but was saved by Generals goalie Isaac Gravelle. Colin Fitzgerald was able to pounce on the rebound and hammer it home for a 2-0 lead. The Generals got on the board after Zackary Sandhu ripped a shot from the point that got through traffic and Petes goalie Easton Rye for a 2-1 score.

Peterborough responded just over three minutes later as Young took a shot from point-blank range that was stopped. Martin Matejicek took a whack at the puck on the rebound and found the back of the net to restore Peterborough’s two-goal lead after two periods.

Oshawa was able to mount a comeback, scoring two goals to tie the game in the third period and send the game to overtime.

In the extra frame, just 49 seconds in, Braydon McCallum cut into the ent to take a shot but was stopped. It created a mad scramble for the loose puck and Gavin Bryant poked the puck back to Matejicek. The latter went wide and drew the goalie towards him as he passed out to Bryant in the slot who buried the wide-open net for a walk-off overtime 4-3 win.

The Petes are back in action against the Ottawa 67’s in our nation’s capital on Friday night.

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Peterborough Lakers Release Gift Certificates For Sale In Time For Holiday Season

The gift of lacrosse can be given this holiday season as the Peterborough Century 21 Lakers have released $100 gift certificates on sale for $90, announced on Tuesday evening.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Lakers.

The gift certificates can be used on either season tickets or single-game tickets during the 2025 season.

Tickets are available at the Grant Thornton Memorial Centre Box Office on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or by phone at (705) 743-3561.

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Tebey Golf Classic Raises and Donates $34,400 For Youth Mental Health In Peterborough

The 2024 Tebey Golf Classic, held May 30 at Wildfire Golf Course, donated $34,400 to youth mental health services in the Peterborough area in December.

Greater Peterborough Health Services Foundation held the event. Peterborough Youth Services and YES Shelter for Youth and Families each received $17,200 to continue their work supporting youth in our community.

“This donation would not be possible without the golfers, sponsors and donors who support the event each year. To you, we are grateful. We are also grateful to Tebey, his family, and his team for being a face and a voice for youth mental health. Thank you for your dedication and enthusiasm. Since the event’s inception in 2017, over $250,000 has been raised to support youth mental health in the Peterborough area,” said Vince Bierworth, GPHSF executive director.

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U15 AAA Peterborough Petes Capture Hamilton Steel Classic Championship In Undefeated Run

The U15 AAA Peterborough Petes went undefeated to capture the 32nd-annual Hamilton Steel Classic Championship at the Chedoke Twin Pad Arena in Hamilton on Sunday.

(Left to right) Front row: Tyson Hawley, Blake Brioux, Taytem Adams, Cole Roberts, Matty Colling, Landen white and Liam Williams, 

Back row: Brock Davis, Kevin Sparling, Lynn Todd, Cooper poskin, Taymon browne, Kalum Phillips, Hannu Packalen, Gage cooper Bailey, Lucas McIntyre, Prestin Allen, Colton Adams, Kotter Grove, Joey Gusso, Reid Cameron, Joe hawley and Dan Robertson. Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Minor Petes.

The three-day tournament saw the Petes begin the qualifying rounds, beating the Waterloo Wolves 4-2 and 6-1 over the Soo Jr. Greyhounds. On Saturday, they played two more qualifiers, defeating Sun County Panthers 4-1 and North York Rangers, 5-2.

On Sunday. the Petes had a rematch against the Panthers in the quarterfinals. Peterborough had some late-game heroics as Peterborough was down 2-0 late in the third. They scored with 2:04 left in regulation to cut the deficit to one. In a last gasp, the Petes scored with 2.7 seconds left to send the game to overtime. Colton Adams was the hero for Peterborough with a walk-off goal with 91 seconds left on the clock to advance to the semifinals.,

In the next game, Peterborough defeated the host Hamilton Steel team 2-1, with Kalum Phillips scoring the game-winning goal to advance to the finals.

The finals were a battle of the undefeated as Peterborough faced the North Central Predators. The game came down to a shootout after a 1-1 score and saw Petes’s Blake Brioux score the eventual winner to seal the championship. Landon White was named the game MVP for the Petes.

After two and a half months, the U15 Petes have a 31-4-1 record including pre-season, league play, and two tournament titles.

The U15 Petes host the Ajax-Pickering Raiders at the Healthy Planet Arena at the Sign-a-Fied Pad. Puck drop is scheduled for 6:15 p.m.

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Peterborough Lakers Alumni Donate $750 to Kawartha Food Share During Christmas Social; Loonies On the Street Fundraiser This Thursday

The Peterborough Lakers Alumni were in the giving spirit during their Christmas Social Party as they donated $750 to Kawartha Food Share’s ‘Loonies On the Street’ fundraising campaign at Sticks Sports Pub on Saturday afternoon.

Photo courtesy of Peterborough Lakers ALumni.

All were invited to the Christmas Social where patrons could, mingle, socialize, win prizes and enjoy pub food.

The 24th-annual fundraiser runs this Friday outside of Peterborough Square. Volunteers will take loose change donations throughout George Street with Peterborough Lions Club collecting on the Hunter Street Bridge.

Due to the postal strike, donation letters could not reach community members. Those who cannot donate at the event can go to KFS’s warehouse at 665 Neal Dr.r donate online.

This year’s goal is to raise $100,000 to purchase goods for KFS to redistribute to 37 food banks.

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Peterborough Petes Getting Hot After 5-3 Victory Over Visiting Guelph Storm

In the team’s most successful stretch of the season, the Petes have won their last three of four games after a 5-3 victory over the Guelph Storm at the Peterborough Memorial Centre (PMC) on Sunday night.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth ANdersen and the Peterborough Petes.

The Petes did not have the ideal start, as they were on the wrong side of a five-on-three powerplay. Guelph’s Jett Luchanko rocketed a one-timer past Easton Rye to get the Storm on the board first, 1-0.

Peterborough would even things up just over halfway through the period as Martin Matejicek ripped a one-timer to tie things at 1. Guelph would regain the lead after some excellent forechecking in the offensive zone. They forced Peterborough to turn the puck over and Lev Katzin backhanded it past Rye for a 2-1 lead after one.

The second period was the Brody Partridge show. He netted two goals for the Petes, the lone scores of the frame. His first goal was off a deflected shot on a wide angle from Francis Parish to tie it up at two. His second goal came from an errant pass by him but came out to the point. Patridge met the puck, wired it past traffic and scored for Peterborough’s first lead of the night going into the third.

Luchanko tied things up at 1:39 into the final frame as he knocked in a rebound from Katzin’s initial shot for a 3-3 game. Peterborough forced a turnover of their own on the forecheck as the Petes scrambled in front of a sprawling Brayden Gillespie. The Petes did everything they could as Gavin Bryant had a few chances in front all alone. He appeared to try a wraparound after two whacks but instead fed Matejicek who buried the wide-open net and a 4-3 lead.

Petes captain Johnathan Melee capped off the game with an empty-netter and won 5-3 over the Storm. The win also marked three-straight wins for Rye in three consecutive starts.

The Petes stay home for their next game this Thursday against the rival Oshawa Generals. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at the PMC.

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