Benson Brilliance & Fenske Hat-trick Light Up PCC Rink
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The latest round of the Bermuda Ball Hockey season delivered a seventeen-goal extravaganza at the PCC Hockey Rink as Hamilton Princess staged a dramatic comeback before Spine and Sport dominated a high-scoring nightcap.
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The opening encounter proved to be a cagey affair initially, with both Hamilton Princess and the BDA Spirits deadlocked after a scoreless first period.
The game burst into life in the second frame when Jean-Michael Tremblay opened the scoring for the Princess following clever work from Mathew Benson. However, the Spirits responded with a quickfire double as Jeff Loper and Ryan Marshall both found the net to turn the game on its head heading into the final interval.
The third period belonged entirely to Mathew Benson. With the Princess trailing and time ticking away, Benson took command of the contest, first leveling the scores after being set up by Richard Campbell. He then capped off a sensational individual performance by scoring an unassisted winner to secure a hard-fought victory for his side.
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The evening’s second fixture was a far more open contest as Spine and Sport utilized a potent power play to overwhelm ACT.
Jake Fenske was the standout performer of the night, recording a clinical hat-trick. Spine and Sport established an early two-goal cushion in the first period through Fenske and Rob Osborne, a lead they would never relinquish.
Despite a spirited effort from ACT, led by two goals from Shane Matchett and a strike from Chris Cairns, they were unable to contain a relentless Spine and Sport attack. Curran Trenouth and Christopher Merritt both helped themselves to a pair of goals each, while Kris Abramowski pulled the strings with three assists.
The clinical nature of the Spine and Sport special teams proved the difference, as Fenske converted twice on the man advantage to ensure an emphatic eight-four win at the final whistle.
Monday, April 20, 2026
Montgomery & Senators Blanked as Season Ends
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The Belleville Senators’ 2025-26 campaign reached a muted conclusion as they fell 4–0 to the Syracuse Crunch at the Upstate Medical University Arena.
In a season finale defined by special teams, the Crunch utilized a relentless power play to dismantle the visitors, ensuring the Senators finished their year on the wrong side of a shutout. Despite the result, the spotlight remained on the franchise's future, with top prospect Blake Montgomery wrapping up an eventful debut week in the professional ranks.
The 6ft 4in winger, who arrived in Belleville just days ago after a standout freshman season at the University of Wisconsin and an NCAA Championship final appearance, has quickly shown the speed and skill that made him a fourth-round pick for the Ottawa Senators. While he was unable to find the net in the finale, his highlight-reel backhand goal in Friday’s 6–4 victory over the same opponents remains a significant marker for his transition to the AHL.
The opening period saw Syracuse take immediate control, capitalizing on a man advantage just three minutes in. Spencer Kersten was the beneficiary of quick puck movement from Dylan Duke and Ethan Gauthier, slotting home from close range. It was a baptism of fire for Senators goaltender Kaidan Mbereko, who was making his AHL debut. Mbereko was a standout despite the scoreline, turning away 15 of 16 shots in a frantic opening frame to keep Belleville within touching distance.
Syracuse doubled their lead in the second period, once again exploiting a Belleville penalty. Cooper Flinton provided a deft tip-in from an Ethan Samson point shot to make it 2–0. The Senators struggled to find a response, failing to convert on three power-play opportunities of their own during the middle period, a missed chance that ultimately proved decisive.
The final twenty minutes followed a familiar script. Spencer Kersten secured his second of the night with a screened shot from the slot, effectively putting the game out of reach at 3–0. The Crunch added a fourth at the six-minute mark when Max Grondin redirected a Simon Lundmark effort to finalize the scoring.
Friday, April 17, 2026
Montgomery Off the Mark as Senators Triumph in Thriller
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Belleville Senators bid a breathless farewell to their home fans for the regular season, securing a 6-4 victory over the Syracuse Crunch in a game defined by a clinical professional milestone for rising star Blake Montgomery.
In a wild final home stand at the CAA Arena, the spotlight fell on the young forward who chose the perfect moment to open his account in the American Hockey League. After a scoreless opening frame that saw both sides trade chances on the power play, the game ignited in a frantic second half that left the capacity crowd stunned.
The deadlock was finally broken midway through the second period when Hoyt Stanley notched his first professional goal, but it was the start of the third that provided the highlight of the night for the Senators faithful.
Just minutes into the final period, Graeme Clarke intercepted a loose puck and threaded a sublime pass into stride for Blake Montgomery. Showing the poise that earned him a three-year NHL deal with Ottawa, Montgomery accelerated clear of the Syracuse defense, went in alone, and expertly tucked the puck home. The strike marked his first goal in a Senators jersey and his first in the AHL, doubling the Belleville lead and sparking a goal-scoring frenzy.
Montgomery’s milestone touched off a period of absolute carnage. Arthur Kaliyev soon made it 3-0 with his 40th goal of a remarkable campaign, before the Crunch began a desperate fightback. Syracuse defender Ethan Samson struck twice to keep the visitors in contention, but every time the Crunch threatened to parity, Belleville found an answer.
Xavier Bourgault was instrumental in the closing stages, netting twice in quick succession to stifle the Syracuse momentum. Despite a late surge from Gabriel Szturc, who pulled the Crunch within one goal with less than three minutes remaining, the Senators held their nerve.
Keean Washkurak eventually found the empty net to seal the 6-4 win, ensuring the Senators head into their final road games with maximum momentum. While the scoreline suggested a defensive struggle, the night belonged to the debutants and milestones—none more significant than Montgomery proving he can find the net at the professional level.
The Senators now prepare for a final home-and-home series against the Crunch, where they will look to replicate this attacking masterclass on enemy territory.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Montgomery & Senators Fall on Debut Against Comets
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Belleville Senators endured a frustrating night at the CAA Arena, falling 3–0 to the Utica Comets.
The contest marked a significant milestone for forward Blake Montgomery, who made his professional debut with the Senators. Having recently signed a three-year entry-level contract with Ottawa following a stellar freshman year at the University of Wisconsin, Montgomery registered two shots on goal in an industrious first appearance.
The opening frame remained deadlocked until the midway point, when former Senator Angus Crookshank broke the tie. Receiving a crisp feed from Lenni Hameenaho, Crookshank utilized his size to cut inside and fire home his 22nd goal of the campaign.
Belleville struggled to find an equalizer in the second period, and the Comets soon doubled their advantage. Matyas Melovsky found the net from a sharp angle at 7:36, sneaking the puck past Senators netminder Kevin Reidler, who was also making his AHL debut. Utica’s dominance was further cemented when Crookshank struck for a second time, finishing a three-on-two rush to record his 23rd of the season and the 100th goal of his AHL career.
Despite a spirited push in the final stanza—with both teams firing 11 shots—the Senators were unable to solve Comets goaltender Jakub Malek. Malek turned aside all 25 shots he faced to record his third shutout of the season. At the other end, Reidler finished his debut with 26 saves on 29 shots.
The Senators now turn their attention to a season-ending home-and-home series against the Syracuse Crunch, starting this Friday in Belleville.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Goal-Fest at PCC as CG & BDA Spirits Secure Vital Wins
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The PCC Hockey Rink played host to an explosive evening of Bermuda Ball Hockey as a high-scoring double-header delivered thirteen goals and plenty of drama across two intense fixtures.
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The opening contest of the night saw CG produce a clinical performance to overcome Alexandra Mosher in a seven-goal thriller.
Jeremy Estey set the tone early in the first period, finding the back of the net to give CG the initial momentum. Alexandra Mosher responded through Adam Mattatall, but their parity was short-lived as Ryan Sulley restored the CG advantage before the first buzzer.
The middle frame proved to be a tighter defensive affair, with only one goal separating the sides. Andrew Leavy managed to break through for CG, extending their lead and putting Alexandra Mosher under immense pressure heading into the final period. While Brett Shirreffs gave Alexandra Mosher a lifeline with a well-taken goal in the third, CG slammed the door shut. James Vansickle widened the gap once more before Estey capped off a standout individual performance with his second of the night, sealing a 5-2 victory for CG.
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In the second match of the evening, BDA Spirits staged an impressive late comeback to defeat Hamilton Princess 4-2.
The contest began in favor of Hamilton Princess, who took a narrow lead into the first intermission thanks to a strike from Jean-Michael Tremblay. The second period saw the Spirits finally get on the board through Ryan Marshall, but John Duda struck back quickly for Hamilton Princess to ensure they held a 2-1 lead going into the final twenty minutes.
However, the third period belonged entirely to BDA Spirits. Jeff Loper found the equalizer early in the frame to shift the momentum, leaving Hamilton Princess struggling to contain the mounting pressure. Andrew Bonner then turned the game on its head by putting the Spirits in front for the first time. With Hamilton Princess pushing forward in a desperate search for a late leveller, Alex Larouche made sure of the result, firing home the fourth and final goal to complete a dominant closing period for BDA Spirits.
