Peterborough Petes Playoff Tickets On Sale As Team Prepares For Post-Season Run

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The Peterborough Petes have drawn the Sudbury Wolves for the first round of the OHL playoffs as tickets are on sale for the best-of-seven series beginning Thursday.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

They are available through the Grant Thornton Box Office, over the phone by calling (705) 743-3561 or by going online. In-person sales begin at the Box Office on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the PMC.

Anyone who purchased a Bobcaygeon Brewing Co. Petes Playoff 6-Pack can now redeem their voucher codes by going to the Petes website for only first-round home games.

Season Ticket Members automatically receive their tickets before each game (delivered by Wednesday). Those who have not reserved their tickets must do so by 5 p.m. a day prior to the scheduled game.

At 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning, all unclaimed Season Ticket Member seats for that round will be released for sale to the general public. Season Ticket Members have until 5 p.m. on Wednesday to reserve their seats for round one.

The following is the official first-round playoff schedule:

  • Game 1: Thursday, March 30 at 7:05 p.m. - Sudbury vs. Peterborough

  • Game 2: Friday, March 31 at 7:05 p.m. - Sudbury vs. Peterborough

  • Game 3: Tuesday, April 4 at 7:05 p.m. - Peterborough vs. Sudbury

  • Game 4: Wednesday, April 5 at 7:05 p.m. - Peterborough vs. Sudbury

  • Game 5: Friday, April 7 at 7:05 p.m. - Sudbury vs. Peterborough*

  • Game 6: Sunday, April 9 at 7:05 p.m. - Peterborough vs. Sudbury*

  • Game 7: Tuesday, April 11 at 7:05 p.m. - Sudbury vs. Peterborough*

*If necessary

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Dr. J's Hosting Viewing Party For Douro's Cody Crowley's Vegas Bout On Saturday Night

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Ahead of Douro boxer Cody Crowley’s biggest fight in Las Vegas, boxing fans can view his fight at Dr. J’s BBQ & Brews viewing party and aid his ‘55 for Team 55’ fundraiser on Saturday night.

Photo courtesy of Cody Crowley.

The viewing party’s $20 admission fee goes toward Team 55: Let’s Tackle Suicide Awareness and the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Assertive Outreach for Suicide Prevention program.

Crowley has a 21-0 record with nine knockouts. He is fighting Abel Ramos in the Showtime pay-per-view at a Premier Boxing Champions event at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. A Team 55 patch is being worn on his trunks for the fight.

Crowley dedicated his fight to his late father Jim Crowley who ended his own life last year. Cody pledged to raise $55,000 for Team 55. There was $18,840 already raised from a raffle with the grand prize of ringside tickets, flight and accommodation to see the fight.

Addison Brown, owner of Dr. J’s BBQ and Brews, has been Cody’s friend for the past eight years and is proud to support him in whatever way possible.

“When he was looking for sponsorships throughout Peterborough, I reached out to him saying ‘I’ve been following you and growing up as an athlete, I’ve had a lot of support with the community and I wanted to sponsor you for the next fight,’” explained Brown. “We grew and developed a relationship. He helped me when I was going through some things about my brother and I did with his father.”

Reservations for the fight can be made at the Dr. J’s website.

Cody spoke at a Team 55 Friday Night Lights fundraiser in 2017 that sparked a friendship with Dave Pogue, Team 55 founder who lost his son Mitchell to suicide.

“Cody’s commitment to fundraising in the name of his father, through his international boxing platform not only is commendable but amazing, as far as we are concerned at Team 55,” he said. “Since 2017, Cody has been a great supporter of our mental health and suicide awareness programs and for him to commit to raising $55,000 for Team 55 this year will help keep our Assertive Outreach for Suicide Prevention program running for another year and a half.”

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Petes Lose Final Home Regular-Season Game To League-Leading Ottawa 67s, 4-1

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The Peterborough Petes cannot finish off their final regular-season home game on a good note as they took a 4-1 loss to the league-leading Ottawa 67s at the Peterborough Memorial Centre on Thursday night.

The Petes remain fourth in the Eastern Conference and second in the East Division, two points ahead of the Hamilton Bulldogs with a game in hand. Photo courtesy of Kenneth ANdersen Photography and the Peterborough PEtes.

Both teams had to feel out the game in the opening period as both teams could not register a goal. Peterborough lead the shot count, 18-11 over Ottawa.

The 67s drew first blood as Thomas Sirman got a rebound past Michael Simpson to make it 1-0. Peterborough answered three minutes later as Donovan McCoy forced a turnover allowing Owen Beck to do the rest. He scored on a solo mission, extending his point streak to nine games for a 1-1 tie. Ottawa got one right back as Brady Stonehouse scored on a tip to give Ottawa a 2-1 lead.

The OHL’s top team kept it coming as Luca Penelli on a quick snap shot, wired it past Simpson from the high slot for a 3-1 lead. Ottawa added an empty netter to take the game 4-1.

The Petes can get revenge on Friday as they travel to Ottawa for a rematch and home-and-home series against the 67s.

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Peterborough Petes Raise $65,000 For PRHC From Pink In the Rink Campaign

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The Peterborough Petes have raised $64,870 for the 2023 Pink in the Rink Campaign towards cancer care at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) announced on Tuesday.

Photo courtesy of the Peterborough Petes.

A cheque presentation took place at the PRHC on Tuesday, featuring campaign ambassadors, PRHC and Petes staff and Roger the Mascot.

A total of $954,136 has been raised after this year’s campaign. This year’s campaign raised a preliminary fundraising total of $62,600, with donations continuing to roll in after the annual Pink in the Rink game on Feb. 4.

“Through incredible fan support, and the work of our Campaign and Physician Ambassadors, it is exciting to see that the 2023 Pink in the Rink campaign put us within reach of the $1 million fundraising mark,” commented Burton Lee, Petes executive director of business operations. “The Peterborough community did what it does best on February 4 and that is get behind an important cause, all in support and recognition of some truly inspiring hockey moms.” 

Five local hockey moms: Dara Gosselin, Jennie Ireland, Elke Rye, Karen Tarkington and Dana Thorn were named Hockey Mom Ambassadors for the 2023 Campaign. They joined Physician Ambassador Dr. Neera Jeyabalan, PRHC Foundation President; CEO Leslie Heighway and Chris Hinze, Minor Hockey Pink in the Rink organizer and husband of late hockey mom Melissa Hinze, on the ice before the 2023 Pink in the Rink Game for a ceremony recognizing all of their cancer journeys.

The Petes play their last home game of the regular season against the East-leading Ottawa 67s with puck drop for scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

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Former Fleming College Athletics Coordinator Inducted Into OCAA Hall of Fame

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Former Fleming College Athletics Coordinator Fred Batley is among the newest inductees to the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association (OCAA) Hall of Fame.

fred batley. photo courtesy of fleming college.

Batley was recognized this week in the Builder category for his effort, influence, commitment, dedication and passion for collegiate sports at Fleming College.

An employee in Fleming’s Athletics Department for 42 years, Batley was committed to ensuring the student-athlete experience was a priority and front of mind, often noting the importance of doing what it takes to get the job done.

During his lengthy career, he took on numerous roles with the OCAA and Canadian Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) executive committees. His career included serving as OCAA President for two separate terms (1993-1995 and 2011-2013), serving as Past President (1995-1997) and sitting on the selection committee for numerous sports including Men's Hockey, Men's Basketball, Men's and Women's Soccer and Men's and Women's Volleyball. Batley was also the OCAA Men’s Rugby Convenor (2017) and Women’s Rugby Sevens Convenor (2018). 

His work with the OCAA also included roles on the Constitution Committee, Eligibility Committee, Finance Committee and the Safety & Risk Management Committee.  

Batley also served as a CCAA Convenor for a total of eight seasons, from 2008-2010 and again from 2014-2020. Prior to that, he was also a member of the CCAA Executive for nine years. Batley was the VP Governance (1999-2002), the CCAA President (2002-2006) and Past President (2006-2008). 

Before retiring in 2019, he closed out his duties working not only as Athletic Coordinator at Fleming but as the Women’s Volleyball Convenor for the CCAA.

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Season Tickets Sales For Peterborough Lakers Begin Wednesday

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As the Peterborough Lakers begin their “Drive for Five,” tickets for the upcoming season are available to the public beginning on Wednesday.

The Lakers went to game seven against the Langley Thunder to win their fourth-straight Mann Cup. Photo courtesy of David Pickering and the Peterborough Lakers.

Benefits for season ticket buyers and renewals include:  

  • Exclusive access to pre-sale tickets for all home games will save fans money rather than buying tickets for each game 

  • Priority seating selection for the regular season and playoffs 

Season tickets can be purchased or renewed beginning Wednesday at the Peterborough Memorial Centre box office. Current ticket holders must renew their seats by May 5. 

If previous season ticket holders miss the due date, their reserved seats will be open to the exchange of seats by other season ticket holders or new buyers.  

A ticket seat exchange will be held on May 10 for those who have bought or renewed their seats but wish to see if they can find better seats.

All season tickets will be printed after May 10 and will be available for pickup on May 17. 

"We are thrilled to offer season ticket buyers and renewals the opportunity to be a part of our journey as we strive for another Mann Cup Championship in the Drive for 5," said Paul Day, Lakers general manager. "Our fans are an integral part of our success, and we look forward to providing them with an unforgettable season of lacrosse." 

The following are the eight-game 2023 season ticket prices:

  • Regular Bowl: Adult $141.60, Senior $117.60, Student $101.60, Child $ 61.60, Suite Holder $141.60

  • Club Seats: Adult $177.60, Senior $153.60, Student $137.60, Child $ 97.60

Below are the new single ticket prices:

  • Regular Bowl: Adult $20.20, Senior $15.70, Student $12.70, Child $ 7.70

  • Regular Bowl Group rate: Adult $15.70, Senior $13.20, Student $10.70, Child $ 7.70

  • Club: Adult $24.70, Senior $19.70, Student $17.70, Child $12.70

  • Skye Box: $14.25 per person

  • Birthday Box $15.45 per person

  • Restaurant $15.20

Under a new Facility Agreement negotiated during winter with the City of Peterborough, the Lakers increased their ticket share by one dollar across all tickets.

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Peterborough Petes Fundraising "Big Game For Kids" For Peterborough Bigs For Mentoring Services

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peterborough and Peterborough Petes are launching the ‘Big Game for Kids’ initiative to raise funds to support local children in need of mentoring services on Thursday’s game.

Riyen (left) and Kohl (right) enjoy a Petes game in January. Photo courtesy of Peterborough Bigs.

The Petes are playing at the Peterborough Memorial Centre against the East-leading Ottawa 67s and is the final home game of the season. Discounted tickets are $15 with all proceeds towards Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peterborough.

"We are thrilled to partner with the Peterborough Petes for this exciting event," said Brent Shepherd, Peterborough Bigs executive director. "The funds raised through this initiative will go a long way in helping us find a mentor for a child, support current mentoring matches and provide much-needed programs for children on our waitlist."

Shepard says roughly 20 tickets of the original 200 are left for purchase and can be bought online.

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Peterborough Petes Backup Goaltender Liam Sztuska Earns OHL Goaltender of the Week Honours

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Peterborough Petes’s Liam Sztuska has been named the OHL Goaltender of the Week with a 2-0 record with a 1.86 goals-against average and .947 save percentage announced on Monday.

Photo courtesy of Kenneth Andersen and the Peterborough Petes.

Sztuska stopped 72 of 76 shots that netted him a pair of victories last week. He turned aside 43 of the 45 shots against visiting Mississauga Steelheads in a 5-2 win. He relieved Michael Simpson in the third period of a 3-2 loss in Sudbury on Friday, stopping all three shots he faced. Sztuska made 26 saves in a 5-2 win over the Niagara IceDogs on the road on Sunday to cap off his week.

The 18-year-old Mississauga native has a 10-7-0-0 record with a 2.98 goals-against average and .908 save percentage in 18 games this season. Sztuska was Peterborough’s fifth-round (94th overall) pick in the 2020 OHL Priority Selection from the Toronto Titans U16 program.

The Petes play their last home game of the regular season against the East-leading Ottawa 67s with puck drop scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

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Peterborough Petes End Road Trip With 5-2 Win Over Niagara IceDogs

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The Peterborough Petes after losing two road games end on a good note, beating the Niagara IceDogs 5-2 at the Meridian Centre in St. Catherines on Sunday afternoon.

THe Petes remain one game ahead of the Bulldogs for second place in the East Division with a game in hand. Peterborough has already clinched a postseasons berth. Photo courtesy of the PEterborough Petes.

The Petes got off on the wrong for as Daniel Michaud got Niagara on the board with a tip-in shot just 1:38 in. Peterborough started to rally with five straight goals started by Chase Stillman, tipping in a Sam Mayer shot of his own for a 1-1 tie. Peterborough scored two more goals in 92 seconds to take a 3-1 lead into the break thanks to Tommy Purdeller and Avery Hayes.

Gavin White opened the second-period scoring, 47 seconds in. Two minutes after that, Connor Lockhart scored on the powerplay to make it 5-1 Petes.

The third period had Niagara get one back early with a goal by Alex Assadourian, but the comeback bid fell short as the Petes earned the 5-2 road win.

The Petes play their last home game of the regular season against the East-leading Ottawa 67s with puck drop scheduled for 7:05 p.m.

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Peterborough U16 AAA Petes Overcome Triple Overtime to Win OMHA Championship

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It took six periods for a goal but it was the biggest one for the Peterborough Elite Court Sports U16 AAA Petes of the season.

The team won 1-0 against the Southern Tier Admirals in triple overtime in the Ontario Minor Hockey Association (OMHA) championship at the Joshua Creek Arena in Oakville on Sunday night.

Photo courtesy of the U16 Peterborough Petes.

Kaiden Harmon of the Petes scored the walk-off championship goal on the powerplay with assists from Josh Avery and Ben Radley with seven minutes left of the third overtime period.

Both teams showed extremely high discipline throughout the game as Peterborough only had one minor penalty to The Admirals’s two.

The Petes found themselves in familiar territory back on Jan. 22. They lost 1-0 in the finals of the Steve Richey tournament coughing up a late third-period goal to the AAA U16 Central Ontario Wolves. It was their only loss in the tournament but found themselves on the winning side for the OHMA championship.

Peterborough was undefeated again entering the finals of the weekend three-day tournament. They had a 2-0-1 record in the round-robin before winning two straight playoff games for the title

They did not let history repeat itself as their first game saw them get revenge against the Wolves, coasting to a 4-1 win on Friday morning.

Later that evening, they played the Admirals to a 1-1 draw with the Petes allowing a third-period goal 23 seconds in from Tyler Bolton.

Peterborough’s only Saturday game resulted in a 3-2 comeback win over the U16 Hamilton Jr. Bulldogs. Bolton scored in the first for a 1-0 but the Petes found themselves trailing into the third 2-1. Wil McFadden took over for Peterborough, scoring on the power play and then again with last-second heroics with 10 ticks to go for the 3-2 win.

The Petes’ first playoff game was a 4-0 rout of the York Simcoe Express as Harmon had two goals in the game while Cohen Bidgood and Kayden Bueller each found the back of the net.

It was their only game of the day but the win propelled the team to the finals.

The Petes have their sights set on the 2023 OHL Cup Showcase Tournament that features the top 20 U16 AAA teams from Ontario and the United States. Peterborough qualified after winning the OMHA playoff semifinal game.

The event runs from March 28 to April 3, with all games being played at the Scotiabank Pond in Toronto. The Championship Final is being played at the Mattamy Athletic Centre on the final day in Toronto.

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