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Friday, March 28, 2025
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Montgomery's Knights Dominate Owen Sound in Playoff Opener
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Blake Montgomery and his London Knights teammates have started their playoff campaign in emphatic style, securing a commanding 6-1 victory over the Owen Sound Attack in the first round of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) Playoffs.
The Knights, fresh off capturing the Hamilton Spectator trophy as regular season champions and securing the #1 seed in the OHL Playoffs for the second consecutive season, carried their regular season dominance into the postseason.
Their first-round series against Owen Sound began with a convincing statement, as the Knights established a 1-0 series lead with their dominant win. The Knights showcased their offensive firepower, with six goals coming from five different goalscorers. Sam Dickinson led the way with two goals, highlighting the team's balanced attack.
Montgomery has been a key contributor to the Knights' success, with an assist on the night, and his presence in the playoffs will be crucial as they aim to continue their strong form. The Knights' victory in the opening game of the series sends a clear message to their opponents that they are serious contenders for the OHL title.
The London Knights' impressive regular season and their dominant playoff start demonstrate their strength and depth. Montgomery and his teammates will be looking to maintain this momentum as they progress through the OHL Playoffs.
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Monday, March 24, 2025
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Montgomery 'Helps London Knights Finish Top of the West
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Blake Montgomery has made a significant impact since joining the London Knights, as the team finished the regular season atop the Western Conference standings.
Montgomery's arrival late in the season has provided a crucial boost to the Knights' offensive capabilities. The talented forward has quickly established himself as a key contributor, finishing the season with an impressive 50 points in just 51 games. His offensive output includes 23 goals and 27 assists, demonstrating his ability to both score and create scoring opportunities for his teammates.
The London Knights have been in dominant form throughout the season, compiling an impressive record of 55 wins, 11 losses, and two shootout wins. Their 112 points comfortably secured their position at the top of the Western Conference, with Montgomery playing a vital role in their success.
Montgomery's addition to the roster has added further firepower to an already potent Knights attack. His ability to generate offense from the wing has proven to be a valuable asset, and his chemistry with his linemates has been evident in recent games.
With the regular season concluded, the Knights now turn their attention to the playoffs. They will begin their playoff campaign against the Owen Sound Attack on Friday, March 28th. Montgomery's form and offensive contributions will be crucial as the Knights aim to carry their regular season dominance into the postseason.
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Friday, March 21, 2025
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Montgomery & Knights Win Final Home League Game
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Blake Montgomery and his London Knights teammates delivered one final regular season for their home fans, defeating the Windsor Spitfires 6-2 at Canada Life Place.
Several of the Knights’ top players returned to the lineup, including captain Denver Barkey, who broke a 2-2 in the second period. Barkey had missed the last nine games with injury.
Forwards Easton Cowan and Kasper Halttunen, and defenseman Sam Dickinson returned as well. Halttunen and Dickinson each scored twice.
The Knights have long locked up top spot in the OHL standings, while this was the Spits’ last game of the regular season. They’re now guaranteed a third place finish, behind the Kitchener Rangers.
London’s regular season wraps up Sunday with an afternoon game against the Erie Otters.
The Knights will open the first round of the playoffs on March 28 at Canada Life Place, however their round one opponents are still to be determined.
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Thursday, March 20, 2025
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Spine & Sport Stamp Authority on Ball Hockey League
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Spine & Sport have firmly established themselves as the team to beat in the Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League, showcasing their dominance with a commanding lead in the standings and a plethora of impressive individual performances.
With a formidable tally of 49 points from 21 games, Spine & Sport sit comfortably at the summit of the league table, boasting a significant 11-point advantage over second-placed Appleby. Their impressive record of 16 victories underscores their consistent excellence on the rink, leaving their rivals trailing in their wake. BDA Spirits currently occupy third place with 36 points.
Spine & Sport's success extends beyond the team standings, with their players making a significant impact in the individual statistics.
In the highly competitive points race, Jeremy Estey of Spine & Sport leads the league with a remarkable total of 79 points. His impressive haul is attributed to his league-leading 36 goals and 43 assists, demonstrating his exceptional offensive prowess. His teammate, Ross Rufiage, also from Spine & Sport, and Christopher Merritt of Appleby are tied for second place with 57 points each, highlighting the strong competition at the top of the scoring charts.
Goaltending excellence is also on display, with Kris Abramowski from Appleby boasting the league's best goals-against average of 3.83. Yan LeClerc of Spine & Sport follows closely behind with a 3.85 average, while David MacPhee of Positive Image Dental rounds out the top three with a 4.36 average.
Spine & Sport's dominance across both team and individual statistics highlights their well-rounded approach and depth of talent. Their commanding lead in the standings and the individual accolades earned by their players solidify their position as the clear frontrunners in the Bermuda Ball Hockey Winter League. The rest of the league will be hard pressed to close the gap as Spine & Sport continue their relentless pursuit of the championship title.
Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey Division Standings
49 Spine & Sport
38 Appleby
36 BDA Spirits
28 Positive Image Dental
26 Hamilton Princess
25 ACT
17 Frontier
Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey Points Leaders
79 Jeremy Estey - Spine and Sport
57 Ross Rufiage - Spine and Sport
57 Christopher Merritt - Appleby
53 Robbie Bailey - BDA Spirits
46 Nathan Ische - Appleby
43 Sam Viera - Positive Image Dental
42 Ryan Marshall - Spine and Sport
42 Jeff Loper - BDA Spirits
Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey Leading Goalscorers
36 Jeremy Estey - Spine and Sport
32 Robbie Bailey - BDA Spirits
28 Sam Viera - Positive Image Dental
28 Ryan Marshall - Spine and Sport
27 Nathan Ische - Appleby
26 Ross Rufiage - Spine and Sport
25 Mike Travis - ACT
Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey Leading Assist
43 Jeremy Estey - Spine and Sport
36 Christopher Merritt - Appleby
31 Ross Rufiage - Spine and Sport
30 Jeff Loper - BDA Spirits
25 Shane Matchett - Positive Image Dental
Bermuda Inline Ball Hockey Goalkeeper Leaders
3.83 Kris Abramowski - Appleby
3.85 Yan LeClerc - Spine and Sport
4.36 David MacPhee - Positive Image Dental
4.47 Yves Paul - Hamilton Princess
4.51 Matthew Fullerton - BDA Spirits
5.10 Bill Calko - ACT
7.50 Kirk Duerden - Frontier
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Wednesday, March 19, 2025
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Spine & Sport Overcome ACT at PCC
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 The PCC Hockey rink witnessed a flurry of goals in a single, high-octane Bermuda ball hockey clash, as Spine & Sport rallied from a three-goal deficit to defeat ACT 9-5.
ACT 5 Spine & Sport 9
The match, characterized by its explosive first two periods, saw all 14 goals crammed into a breathless display of attacking hockey. The opening period set the tone for the night, with ACT initially seizing the initiative. Satish Balendran opened the scoring for ACT, only for Randy Elgersma to swiftly level proceedings for Spine & Sport.
Bill McClure then restored ACT's lead, but Spine & Sport responded again, this time through Jeremy Estey. Adam Mattatall then edged ACT back in front, sending them into the second period with a slender 3-2 advantage.
ACT came out firing in the second period. McClure grabbed his second of the night, extending their lead to 4-2, before Townie Jackson added a fifth, seemingly putting ACT firmly in control. However, Spine & Sport then launched a remarkable comeback, scoring seven unanswered goals to turn the game on its head.
Ross Rufiage spearheaded the Spine & Sport revival, netting a superb hat-trick. Estey, who had already found the net in the first period, completed his own hat-trick and added a fourth goal to his tally, showcasing his clinical finishing. Ryan Marshall also contributed, adding the crucial seventh goal that completed the turnaround.
The sheer volume of goals, particularly in the second period, highlighted the attacking intent of both teams. While ACT started strongly, Spine & Sport's resilience and clinical finishing ultimately proved decisive. The dramatic shift in momentum provided an enthralling spectacle for the fans in attendance.
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