The South Delta U18 A1 hockey team, coached by Ken Priestlay, made history earlier this month by capturing gold at the 29th annual Tim Jardine Memorial Tournament – a first for a South Delta team.
The tournament final was a nail-biter, with the gold medal game going into overtime. Connely Parker emerged as the hero, scoring the game-winning goal that sealed a perfect 6-0 record for South Delta.
The players showcased exceptional skill, teamwork, and resilience, earning a well-deserved spot at the top of the podium.
The South Delta U18 A1 roster includes: Thomas Cowan, Thomas Denney, Damian Dumas, Dominic Dumas, Rhys Dupuis, Spencer Ferguson, Marcus Jerke, Sean Jones, Jacob Jope, Dylan Lappin, Matteo Muller, Awais Nasim, Connely Parker, Blair Pashak, Lincoln Pavlich, Ryan Rackow, Brendan Sas, and Ty Wilkins.
The U15 A1 team, coached by Peter Zed, also had a strong showing, advancing to the semifinals and finishing fourth.
Their efforts and determination throughout the weekend demonstrated the depth of talent within South Delta’s hockey program.
The South Delta U15 A1 roster includes: Linden Bolina, Justin Cochrane, Nathan Davies, Robert Andrej Filc, Silas Fitton, Benjamin Fuerniss, Mateo Gerbrandt, Ryder Giles, Aidan Hope, Jaxon Johannson, Sam Johnston, Owen Kennedy, Dexter Paziuk, Holden Ross, Linden Savage, Cole Vaughan Smith, and Trenton Wong.
The success of this year’s tournament was not limited to on-ice performance. Families from both the U15 and U18 teams worked tirelessly to ensure the event ran smoothly. Their dedication was instrumental in creating a memorable experience for all participants.
The Tim Jardine Memorial Tournament once again highlighted the spirit of community and love for the game, honouring its namesake with a weekend full of passion, hard work, and exciting hockey.
