Jan 25, 2026 | Jesse Micak | 53 views
U11BB PUNCH THEIR TICKET TO SWEETHEART FINALS
THE ORANGEVILLE GAZETTE - PANTHERS POUNCE ON TICKET TO GOLD!
ORANGEVILLE, ON — The ice is set for a showdown of epic proportions this morning as the Central York Panthers U11BB have officially punched their ticket to the Championship Final of the 2026 Orangeville Sweetheart Tournament.
After a weekend of relentless hustle, positivity and mind blowing goaltending the Panthers have proven they are the team to beat.
They haven't just played hockey.
They have played with heart, grit, and a refusal to quit that has been the talk of the Orangeville fans,
Now, only one obstacle remains: New Tecumseth Ice Kats.
Crowds are gathering, and the buzz in the arena will be undeniable.
The Panthers aren't just looking for a win; they are looking to leave everything on the ice and bring home a banner. To do this, they'll have to stick the basics that have got them to their 3rd tournament championship game of the season:
- KEEP THE SHIFTS SHORT (40s - 50s)
- CENTRES COME LOW TO SUPPORT OUR D
- BE A HAWK IN FRONT OF THE NET
- BACKCHECK LIKE CRAZY
- "TAKE AWAY SPACE"
- .....PLAY LIKE A DOG ON THE BONE!
Puck drop is coming. It’s time to make history.
PANTHERS TEAM:
Piper
Selena
Hailey
Isabella
Oriana
Priscilla
Chloe
Chelsea
Taylor
Libby
Logan
Madeline
Isabelle
Amy
Caroline
Riley
Sawyer