The U15LL Blues had an electrifying performance at the Inaugural Don Collison Official Classic, finishing with a 2-1-1 record. They kicked off with a thrilling 3-1 win over Schomberg, followed by a tense 1-0 victory against South Muskoka, thanks to Layne Moranino’s late goal and a shutout by Jack Smith. A wild 5-5 tie with Sturgeon Lake saw several standout performances, including clutch goals by Cole Belknap, Ethan Joyes, and Owen Huggins. Though they fought hard, the Blues ended with a 2-1 loss to Huntsville, placing 4th overall. Despite not bringing home a trophy, the team’s resilience and teamwork shone brightly, leaving them poised for the playoffs!—together, there's nothing you can't achieve!
What a weekend for the U15LL Blues at the Inaugural Don Collison Official Classic! From intense battles to last-minute thrills, these boys put on a show they’ll never forget.
Game 1 – Vs. Schomberg
A nail-biting 0-0 tie turned into a 3-1 victory! Ethan Smith’s clutch goal in the final seconds tied it up, and in the third, Layne Moranino and Charlie Weller delivered a game-winning performance.
3-1 Win (Layne Moranino – Player of the Game)
Game 2 – Vs. South Muskoka
A tough early morning game saw Layne Moranino’s late goal secure a 1-0 win, with goalie Jack Smith putting on an incredible shutout performance!
1-0 Win (Jack Smith – Player of the Game)
Game 3 – Vs. Sturgeon Lake
This one had it all – back-and-forth action, clutch goals from Cole Belknap, Ethan Joyes, Josh Hitchcock, and Owen Huggins, leading to a 5-5 tie.
5-5 Tie (Owen Huggins – Player of the Game)
Game 4 – Vs. Huntsville
The final game was an emotional rollercoaster, but despite giving it everything, the Blues lost 2-1, finishing in 4th place overall.
2-1 Loss (Josh Hitchcock – Player of the Game)
The Blues may have finished 2-1-1, but they played their hearts out, proving their skill and teamwork every step of the way. The energy, the effort, and the passion were all there. This team is ready to take on whatever’s next in the playoffs!
GO BLUES!!!