By Brad Bremner
A Zambonied outdoor ice surface, coupled with the lure of “bragging rights,” are a great drawing card.
That winter sports fact became obvious yet again on Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8, as Singhampton’s Park Committee and Station 5 Firefighters hosted the third Broken Stick Three-on-Three Hockey Tournament.
Seven teams braved the wicked cold to entertain equally brave but well-bundled spectators. The games were clean, the action fast-paced and the referees were… freezing.
Between games, the bonfire and the fine barbecue fare served to warm up players, refs, volunteers and fans alike.
The tournament was won by the Somer Villains, who graciously accepted the 2014 BS Trophy and a well-chilled survival kit. The “silver medal” went to the Badjeros Bros, who contributed to future trophies with two broken sticks!
The event was a great fun fundraiser for the community-owned park. More tourney and park images can be Facebooked at singhamptonmemorialpark.
Winning team members (pictured, left to right) were: Chris Steele, Dan Somerville, Barry Lightheart, Kenny Stephens, Mark McCandless and Lonnie Smith. Absent: Mike Hannon and Brandon Norrie.