Foley Bus Lines Minor Peewees took gold at the Quinte Cup, Madison Excavating Minor Atoms won silver in Hamilton, KKP Minor Midgets upset Kingston and have a strong showing at the ETA / OMHA Minor Midget Showcase, McInroy Maines Midgets got by Peterborough, and the Free Flow Minor Bantams unbeaten streak reached 8 games .
QRD Weekly Report – December 7, 2015
Foley Bus Lines - Minor Peewee
The Foley Bus Lines Minor Peewee went undefeated this past weekend at the Quinte Cup in Belleville to take home the gold. This years win of the Quinte Cup marks the third consecutive year that the Foley Bus Liners have won the tournament. The tournament was won with wins over; the Kingston Jr. Frontenacs, Eastern Ontario Cobras, Peterborough Petes, and Barrie Colts.
In the opening game of the tournament on Friday Dec. 4, the Devils took on the Kingston Jr. Frontenacs and won in convincing fashion with a 7 to 1 win. Scoring for the Devils were; Kendrick Webster with a pair, Blake Ellis, Trevor Hoskin, Corbin Roach, Isaac Brown, and Liam Filip. Providing the helpers on the Devils goals were; Connor Hunt with three, Corbin Roach with a pair, Aaron Brown, Rheydan McCoy, Kendrick Webster, Liam Filip, Owen Gibson and Phoenix Smith. Andrew Munro was rock solid in the Devils net.
In game 2 of the tournament on Friday, the Minor Peewee Devils skated to a 5 to 2 victory over the Eastern Ontario Cobras. Liam Filip, Blake Ellis, Phoenix Smith, and Trevor Hoskin with a pair, lit the lamp for the Devils. Assisting on the Devils goals were; Isaac Brown with a pair, Kendrick Webster, Corbin Roach and Donovan McCoy. Corbin Votary went the distance in the Devils cage.
Game 3 on Saturday Dec 5, saw the Foley Bus Liners take on the Peterborough Petes. The Devils scoring power once again provided them with a solid 7-2 win. Scoring for the Red Devils were; Trevor Hoskin with a pair, Phoenix Smith, Isaac Brown, Aaron Brown, Kendrick Webster, and Corbin Roach. The goals were assisted by; Isaac Brown, Liam Filip, Phoenix Smith, Cooper Matthews, Donovan McCoy with a pair, Sami Douglas-Najem, Blake Ellis, Kendrick Webster, and Trevor Hoskin. Andrew Munro once again provided solid goaltending.
Game 4 on Saturday afternoon saw the Devils complete their preliminary round with another solid showing as the Devils defeated the Barrie Colts by a score of 6-2. Corbin Roach, Isaac Brown, Blake Ellis, Liam Filip, Sami Douglas-Najem, and Kendrick Webster found the back of the Barrie net. Assisting on the goals were; Liam Filip with a pair, Donovan McCoy, Isaac Brown with a set, Rheydan McCoy and Sami Douglas-Najem. Corbin Votary stood tall in the Devils cage.
On Sunday Dec 6; in the Semi-Final matchup, the Devils once again met the Eastern Ontario Cobras. The Cobras came with a lot of determination and heart, but the Devils prevailed with a 3-2 win. Corbin Roach, Cooper Matthews and Connor Hunt provided the scoring with help from Blake Ellis, Trevor Hoskin, Corbin Roach and Cole Campbell. Andrew Munro was tested but his perseverance in net assisted in the Devils win.
The Championship game provided a rematch with the Kingston Jr. Frontenacs. The Devils got on the board quickly with two goals from Cooper Matthews and a single from Kendrick Webster to take a 3-0 lead. The Frontenacs would fight back and score a single goal, but the Devils would add an empty netter by Corbin Roach to take the Championship Gold Medals by a final score of 4-1. Assisting on the Devils goals were; Corbin Roach with a pair, Sami Douglas-Najem and Phoenix Smith. Corbin Votary made key saves and demonstrated Championship goaltending in the Devils net.
Next action for the Foley Bus Lines Minor Peewee Red Devils is Dec 12 as they get back to ETA action against the Ajax-Pickering Raiders in Napanee.
Madison Excavating - Minor Atom
The Madison Excavating Minor Atom Red Devils battled hard to the A Championships of the Jr. Bulldogs Reebok Classic Tournament, but lost a heart breaker in double overtime in Hamilton this past weekend against the London Jr. Knights. In an unexpected turn of events, the opening game of the tournament was determined a 1-0 win for the Devils before they even hit the ice, as the opposing team withdrew from the tournament.
The Red Devils second game had them head to head with the fast-footed London Jr. Knights. Jared Langdon was quick on the board with a goal 15 seconds into the first.The Knights responded shortly after to tie it up before the end of the first. The two teams exchanged scoring chances and put up solid defense but it was the Knights who notched the go ahead goal before the end of the second period. The Devils continued to battle but succumbed to a 3-1 loss. Dean Spry was in net.
Saturday morning saw the Devils facing the Markham Majors. Once again the Devils were quick on the draw and claimed the first goal of the game from Ryland Murray, assisted by Liam Philip. Before the end of the first the Majors tied up the score sneaking one past Glen McInnes in net for the Devils. The second period saw the Devils reclaim the lead with an unassisted goal from Brody Partridge. The third period had the Devils deep in the Majors end pouring on the offensive chances. It was a shot from Carson Campbell in the last minute of play in the third that sealed the win for the Devils with a 3-1 victory over the Majors.
The elimination round on Saturday saw the Devils facing unfortunate scheduling to once again meet up with the unattending team. The Devils took the 1-0 win and a by to the quarter finals to face the 1st place A Division Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs.
The later game gave the Devils the opportunity for an afternoon of team building, rest and preparation for the game ahead. The stands were filled with hometown fans but the Devils were a determined group, working hard in both ends to generate offense and shut down the Bulldogs time and time again. Langdon, unassisted, found the back of the net for the Devils giving them the 1 goal lead in the first. The Bulldogs responded in the second to tie it up, just sneaking one past Spry in net. Kirk Stevenson took back the lead for the Devils with an assist from Thomas Kuipers. Before the end of the second, the Bulldogs managed to once again make it a tie game. The score stayed tied until Wright made it 3-2 with 5 minutes left in the game. Battling hard until the last seconds of the game, the Red Devils came out on top and secured a semi final game Sunday morning.
The early morning Sunday game had the Devils facing a local league rival, the Peterborough Petes. The Red Devils started the scoring in the first with a goal from Gage Butcher,assisted by Langdon. In the second, the Devils continued to dominate and notched another 2 goals from Philip and Langdon. Assists went to Wright, Murray and Isaac Krentz. The Petes regrouped and caught the Devils off guard with 2 quick goals making it 3-2 before the end of the second. The third period was riddled with penalties but the Devils continued the pressure, and added another goal. In the end, the Devils won the semi final game 4-3. McInnes was in net.
The Tournament Final game had the Devils once again facing the London Jr. Knights. Ready to redeem themselves, the Devils came out of the first flying and kept the puck action in the London end. Kuipers opened the scoring with a wrap around beauty to make it a 1-0 Devils lead. London poured on the pressure in the second and managed to make it a tie game before the end of the second. The third had the Knights secure a 2-1 lead but the Devils responded quickly with a goal of their own from Murray on a rebound shot from Campbell. With only minutes left in the game, a scramble in front of the net, left London in the lead once again. The Devils took a time out, put out the extra attacker and Philip pulled out the tying goal to make it 3-3 with 1:44 left on the clock. The game was forced into overtime. 5 minutes of 4 on 4 with lots of scoring chances, still left the game tied. Midway through the 3 on 3, an unlucky bounce that left the puck in the Devils net gave London the win. The Madison Excavating Minor Atoms have so much to be proud of - they rallied through challenges and battled hard every game.
Vanderlann Building Products - Peewee
The Vanderlann Major Peewees hosted the Quinte Cup this weekend at the Quinte Wellness Center. In game 1, Quinte faced their rivals the Kingston Jr Frontenac’s had a tough 4-1 loss. The lone goal was unassisted coming from Nate Burelle.
In game 2, Quinte beat the Kitchener Rangers, with a final score of 2-1. The first goal scored by Nate Burelle, with the helpers coming from Jasper Gilbert and Ben White. The game winner game from Ben White, unassisted with only 1 second left on the clock.
In game 3, the Devils faced the Central Ontario Wolves, for their second win of the tournament. Final score was 2-1, with goals from Alex Case and Ethan Abrams.
In the fourth and final game, Quinte played the Sudbury Wolves. The Devils fought hard but could not pull off the win and ended in a 3-2 loss. Daniel Michaud opened the scoring with a beauty penalty shot. The second goal coming from Aiden Treverton, assisted by Brock Kelsh and Lucas Culhane.
The Vanderlaan Major Peewees are back in action Friday night in Madoc , where they will take on the Peterbourgh Petes.
McInroy-Maines Construction - Midgets
The Quinte Red Devils McInroy-Maines Midgets defeated the Peterborough Petes Friday night at RCAF 2-1. Tanner Sheppard tallied twice in the 2nd period with assists to Brock Bronson (2), Nick Hoey, and Greg Powles. Sheppard nearly completed a natural hat-trick in the 2nd, but for a determined Petes goalie, the puck would not cross the line. Anthony Bertucca stopped 22 of 23 shots to claim the win.
The McInroy-Maines Midgets will compete in the Waterloo Gold Puck Tournament December 11th to 13th and return back to Yardmen Arena December 18th for its’ next home tilt at 8:00pm against Whitby.
KKP - Minor Midget
Dec. 2 (3-2 Win against Kingston)
It was the regularly scheduled Wednesday night KKP Minor Midget game of the week that saw visiting 1st place ETA-East Kingston travel to the Quinte Sports and Wellness Centre.
Pierce steered away the attacks of Kingston and steered his club towards victory. Scoring for the Devils in this #TeamFirst victory were Matthew Poole, Brandon Grills, and Devin Morrison. Helpers came from Baker, Morrison, Poole, Dunkley, Boomhower and Warren.
Dec. 5 (4-1 Loss to North Central)
The Devils played the always tenacious and gracious hosts of the Showcase in Orillia and the game did not go as planned. Scoring the lone goal for the Devils was Joe Roy with help from Matthew Sherwin and Zach Wheeler. Pierce Nelson was in net for the Men in Black.
Dec. 6 (3-1 Win against Barrie)
Evan Morrison was the goaltender for this one which saw his side score three and only sacrifice one for a big win in the second and last game of the ETA Minor Midget Showcase in Orillia. Tallying for the Devils were Nathan Dunkley on an unassisted effort, Dawson Baker helped by Dunkley and Poole and the icing on the cake empty net goal by Matthew Sherwin assisted by Roy and Dunkley. Next up for the minor midget Red Devils is a regular season game on Wednesday Dec 9. at the QSWC against the Whitby Wildcats!
Free Flow Petroleum - Minor Bantam
The Free Flow Petroleum Minor Bantams were victorious in both of their games this week, running their ETA unbeaten stretch up to 8 games.
On Dec. 2, the Red Devils beat the Kingston Jr. Frontenacs 2-1. What appeared to be heading for a stalemate was shattered by a goal from Adam Thistlethwaite, with 1:22 remaining in the 3rd. Isaac Langdon scored the other Quinte goal. Mack Morrish, Gavyn Stevenson and Ben Roger pick up assists. Nick McGowan was between the pipes for QRD.
On Dec. 6, the team blanked the Richmond Hll Coyotes 2-0. Jacob Gilbert and Thistlethwaite were Quinte’s goal scorers. Roger, Gilbert, Curtis Dicks, and Treyton Finch all helped out with assists. Ethan McDonnell claimed the shut-out.
Next up: the North Central Predators visit on Saturday December 12, 2015 - 1 pm at the Wally Dever arena.
CrossFit Belleville - Bantam
The CrossFit Belleville Bantams travelled to Mississauga to play a 5 game set against the top ranked teams in Ontario and the USA at the Mississauga Border Battle – ShowCase.
Game #1 – St.Louis Blues – (3 -1 Win for Quinte)
Ethan Taylor was in net to earn the win against the Blues and played well as the defensive pairings kept the shots to the perimeter. The goals were scored by Logan White, Zach Uens and Bailey Matthews whiles assists went to Emmett Pierce, Keegan Hunt(2), Daniel Panetta(2) and Zach Uens.
Game #2 – Mississauga Reps – (7 – 2 Loss for Quinte)
Brennan Bush was in net for the Red Devils and took the loss but had very little defensive zone coverage support by his defensive pairings or any back pressure in the “D” zone by the forward lines. The game was very much in control for the Red Devils in the first period then the “the wheels fell off” and once again the Devils just stopped playing as the Reps scored 5 goals before Quinte realized they were still in a hockey game. The CrossFit Belleville Bantams’ goals were scored by Michael Andrews and Daniel Panetta and the loan assist was by Michael Andrews.
Game #3 – Boston Minuteman – (5 -2 Win for Quinte)
Ethan Taylor was in net for the Red Devils and played extremely well to earn his second win in a row in the Showcase. The Red Devils played better than the previous night and the message of #TeamDefence seemed to have been absorbed by the players as they limited the Minuteman to shots from the perimeter and gave up only a handful of quality scoring opportunities. The Quinte goals were scored by Michael Andrews, Daniel Panetta(2), Jake Campbell and Emmet Pierce while assists went to Derrick Vos(2), Daniel Panetta(2), Dalton Bancroft(2) and Ryan Loiselle.
Game #4 – Mid-Fairfield Rangers – (4 -1 Loss for Quinte)
Brennan Bush was in net and once again fell victim to a lack lustre effort by his teammates in front of him. The Red Devils were lethargic, lazy and effortless from the opening faceoff to the final buzzer with the only real excitement coming from the Rangers taunting parents. The loan goal was scored by Daniel Panetta while assists went to Conner Kennedy and Carden Guerin.
Game #5 – Detroit Compuware – (3 -1 Loss for Quinte)
Ethan Taylor was in net for his only loss of the Showcase and wasn’t beaten during 5 on 5 hockey. The loan Quinte goal was scored by Bailey Matthews and assists went to Jake Campbell and Cameron Supryka.
ETA Regular Season Action – Peterborough Petes (3 – 3 Tie)
The CrossFit Belleville Bantams travelled to Peterborough with only 6 forwards and earned a point. The Red Devils out chanced the Petes by a wide margin but could not capitalize on their opportunities. The goals were scored by Michael Andrews, Emmett Pierce and Daniel Panetta while assists went to Ryan Loiselle, Cameron Supryka, Derrick Vos and Daniel Panetta. Brennan Bush was in net for the tie.
Barrie Colts (2 –1 Loss)
The next day saw the ETA leading Barrie Colts come to Quinte to face off against a team that would still be short a player as Bailey Matthews was serving his second of a two game suspension. Barrie would open the scoring half way through the first period as Ethan Taylor was beat on his glove side. Quinte would answer back in the second period as Dalton Bancroft would blast one into the back of the net on a sweet passing play by Emmett Pierce and Cameron Supryka. Once again Quinte would give Barrie the lead with 9 minutes remaining in the third on a defensive end draw that Quinte loss resulted in a bad bounce goal. Ethan Taylor was in net for the loss.
Clarington Toros (5-1 Win)
Brennan Bush was in net and played well as he earned another regular season victory against the Clarington Toros. Goals were scored by Jake Campbell(2), Derrick Vos(2) and Daniel Panetta while assists went to Dalton Bancroft(2), Michael Andrews, Daniel Panetta, Derrick Vos, Logan White, Carden Guerin, Ryan Loiselle and Bailey Matthews.
Oshawa Generals (2-1 Loss)
During a mid-week clash with the Generals the Red Devils came out and kept the shots to a minimum but unfortunately it was a minimum at both ends and the offensive opportunities were scarce. In the opening period there wasn’t any scoring and each team barely had a handful of shots. The second period the Generals would open the scoring just 6 minutes in on a nice passing play as they capitalized on the Devils weak defensive zone coverage. Then the Generals would take a 2-0 lead just 90 seconds into the third period and would put a strangle hold on the Red Devils who hadn’t put up much of an effort in any of the three zones. Daniel Panetta would score with 2:36 remaining as the Devils finally had some net presence and offensive zone pressure . Ethan Taylor would take the loss.
Bonn Law - Atom
The Bonn Law Quinte Red Devils Major Atom team earned two more wins in their three league games this week. On Wednesday the Devils hosted the Peterborough Petes in Marmora, where they put together a solid team game, while skating to a 5-0 win. Scoring for the home team was Cal Uens (2), Spencer Cranley (2) and Joey Coates. Adding helpers on the goals was Uens (2), Cranley (2), Ethan Quick (2), Duncan Schneider (2), Christopher Brydges and Ben Lynch. Tucker McKichan was solid in net to earn his second straight shutout.
On Saturday, the Devils hit the road on their annual Northern road tour, with the first stop in Innisfil to take on the first place Barrie Colts. It was a scoreless first period, where both teams skated hard and exchanged chances, and Jacob Brown was on top of his game. The Devils were handed 4 straight penalties in the second period, one of which gave the Colts a 2 man advantage. The Colts capitalized, scoring 2 power play goals. Although the Devils worked extremely hard, they found themselves down two men again early in the third, when they were handed their 6th consecutive penalty of the game. The Colts scored on the two man advantage, adding their third power play goal of the game. Jacob Brown was terrific in net in the 3-0 loss.
On Sunday, the Devils were in Orillia to face the North Central Predators. Spencer Cranley opened the scoring for the Devils in the first period and the preds added one of their own before the end of the period. The Devils found their stride early in the second period, and scored 6 unanswered goals in the final two periods of the game. Cal Uens was firing on all cylinders, finding the back of the net 4 times. Vince Bellavance and Ethan Quick scored a goal each in the game. Adding helpers on the goals in the 7-1 win was Ethan Quick (2), Joey Coates (2), Spencer Cranley (2), Cal Uens, Ben Lynch, Duncan Schneider, Ben Danford and Jack Dever. Tucker McKichan was solid in net to earn the win.