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DUNDAS--Four-time
Ontario Hockey Association and Ontario Hockey Federation champions
Dundas Real
McCoys are still haunted by those infamous 39 seconds, which mark
what could have been their entry into the 2008 Allan Cup final last
April
in Brantford’s Community Centre.
Last Saturday, they captured their second consecutive John Ross Robertson Senior AAA titles with a come from behind 6-5 victory over the Whitby Dunlops in Iroquois Arena at Whitby. Dundas won the best of seven series 4-0 in games. Mike Kennedy scored twice including the game-winning goal. Tyler Pelton added two more, Nick Smith, and Shawn Maltby getting singles. Dave Silverstone, Ryan Toms, Chad Dunlop, and Shayne McCosh responded for Whitby. |
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For
the fourth time in nine seasons, the Dundas Real McCoys advanced
to the Allan Cup Tournament at Steinbach, Manitoba with four-game
series win over Whitby Dunlops at Whitby. |
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The
McCoys now advance to the 101st Allan Cup tournament at Steinbach,
Manitoba to play the
host club as well as Thunder Bay, Lloydminster, and South East Prairie.
The Pacific representative, which still has to be determined will
round out the six-team field for the weeklong tournament. This will
be Dundas’s
fourth trip to the Canadian Championship in nine seasons.
“When your goalies receive the first star in every game it tells a story about the series. Our checking line of Kennedy, Shawn Shewchuk and Pelton scored three goals in the comeback win (last Saturday), which I’d say makes you deep in talent and hard to play against” said Don Robertson, McCoys General Manager and Co-coach. They say that to win, your top players
have to be at their best, and that happened as well. The McCoys will host a Fan Day and Open practice Sunday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The club will practice first from 6p.m. to 7 p.m., and then they will be in the lounge for pictures with the Robertson Cup trophy, and their fans. Free pop and pizza will be the order of the day for the kids Dundas trailed 3-0 during the first five minutes of play before clinching the game and the title against the Dunlops on the strength of four second-period goals in three minutes and 29 seconds for a 5-4 lead. Former Toronto Maple Leaf Kennedy scored the game-winner at 9:15 of the final frame. |
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Shawn
Shewchuk (21) gestures as Mike Kennedy’s game-winner beats
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Dundas captured the OHA
Senior A crown in 1985 and the Intermediate B title in 1958. The Hamilton
Tigers won 11 OHA Senior titles between 1919 and 1948. Only in 1919,
did the Allan Cup come their way. Key elements of that team became
part of the infamous National Hockey League Hamilton Tigers from 1919-20
to 1924-25.
Last Friday night, the McCoys took a commanding lead in the Robertson Cup Final with their win over Whitby in the JL Grightmire Arena before another packed house. A two-goal performance from Justin Davis helped lift the McCoys into a 3-0 series lead. The match began quickly as Davis scored on a pass from Ryan Christie, just under five minutes into the game. Scott Young kept Dundas rolling when he blasted a slapshot past Dunnies goalkeeper Anthony Marshall for a 2-0 lead. Whitby responded quickly with a scoring play converted by Garrett Winder. In the second period, Whitby tied the game at the 12:57 mark as Colin Baker scored. Shawn Maltby scored on a powerplay with 7:14 left in the frame on a pass from Mark Jooris for a 3-2 lead. Davis gave Dundas a 4-2 with his second goal of the night on a powerplay. With just over 11 minutes left to play, Whitby’s Jon Ross trimmed the McCoys lead to 4-3 when his shot got past Brett Leggat. A late penalty for too many men on the ice made the game tense for Dundas as the Dunnies received a powerplay opportunity to tie the score while adding an extra skater with Whitby netminder Marshall sitting on the bench. As with the entire series, the Real McCoys shut down on the Dunlops powerplay and did not concede a goal. |
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OHA
anti-fighting initiatives |
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In light of the recent tragedy that has occurred
in our Senior A Major League program as well as our ongoing commitment
to player safety, the OHA is taking a number of steps to minimize
the opportunity for this tragedy to ever repeat itself.
We would also like to extend our heartfelt condolences to Mike and Dahna Sanderson, parents of Donald Sanderson. Their strength and courage throughout all of this has been an inspiration to us all. The OHA and Safety: The OHA has always been at the forefront of safety issues on behalf of our players. The organization was part of a group that participated in the initial research of spinal cord injuries in hockey through the efforts of Dr. Charles Tator of Toronto and the subsequent development of the checking from behind penalty. The Association was also instrumental in developing and introducing the very first head checking penalty in organized hockey in the 2000 -2001 season. As part of its anti fighting policies, the OHA has also maintained a game ejection for fighting since the 1981-82 season. Recommendations: As a result of decisions made at the OHA Board Meeting January 22, The OHA has undertaken initiatives which we are confident will make the game safer for our players. With respect to fights in our games, the OHA will maintain its position on game ejections for fighting. In addition, the OHA has developed a graduated suspension policy for players who engage in fights that will go into effect beginning in the 09-10 season. A player who engages in his third fight in a season will receive a one-game suspension. After his fourth fight, a player will receive an additional two-game suspension; after a fifth fight, a three-game suspension; and following that (a sixth fight) an indefinite suspension requiring the player to show cause as to why he should be permitted to continue within our program. Data on the incidence of fighting over the past two seasons will be measured against our new experiences that will evolve as a result of these new measures. In addition, The OHA will monitor other categories of penalties in order to address the issue of whether a tougher policy on fighting leads to an increase in other penalties — stickwork as an example. The OHA will work with helmet manufacturers and the Canadian Standards Association to determine whether the current fastening systems for helmets can be improved. On Ice Standards governing helmets and fighting: Moving forward, if an OHA player intentionally removes his own helmet or undoes his chinstrap prior to or during a fight, the player will receive a gross misconduct (in addition to any other penalties assessed) and an automatic one (1) game suspension. If a player intentionally removes his helmet or undoes his own chinstrap prior to a fight, and his opponent does not remove his helmet, the player removing his helmet or undoing his chinstrap shall receive a two-minute minor penalty and a gross misconduct penalty in addition to any other penalties assessed and an automatic one (1) game suspension.† If a player intentionally removes an opponent’s helmet or undoes an opponent’s chinstrap prior to or during a fight, he will receive an automatic gross misconduct penalty in addition to any other penalties assessed and a one (1) game suspension.† Two of these initiatives are already in place within the OHA as part of the Hockey Canada rulebook. The other (minor for a player removing his chin strap, while his opponent does not) is a new initiative introduced by the OHL earlier this month. In addition, officials will be instructed to be more vigilant in interceding when fights occur to discourage the combatants, and to take a more proactive approach as it relates to player safety. Player Consultation: When formulating new policies, there is an often forgotten commodity within the consultation process ... the players. To correct that, the OHA will select a cross section of players to participate in a discussion forum mid-March to talk about the game and policies governing fighting within our game. Recommendations emanating from that symposium will be considered by the OHA Board for implementation. • Ontario Hockey Association President Brent Ladds will be available for comment on Friday. Please contact 519-622-2402, ext. 5. |
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Violence
in Hockey Symposium coming to London February 24th |
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LONDON,
ON, Jan. 26 /CNW/ - The Middlesex-London Health Unit
announced today that it will host the Violence in Hockey Symposium
2009, February 24th at the London Convention Centre. The event
aims to bring coaches, trainers, parents, players, and anyone
with an interest in hockey together for a day of presentations
and interactive sessions about fighting and the incidence of
violence in the sport. "There's a growing number of people
in Canada who love hockey, but feel there's no longer a place
for fighting in the game," says Dr. Graham Pollett, Medical
Officer of Health with the Middlesex-London Health Unit. "Our
ultimate goal in holding this symposium is a ban on fighting
in hockey and the kind of on-ice violence that causes injuries." The
format of the symposium includes presentations and interactive " Question
and Answer" sessions with the many experts who will be participating
in the day's events.
Confirmed presenters include: Symposium registration forms will be available at arenas, libraries and community centres across the Middlesex-London region. Those from outside Middlesex-London who would like to attend, can download a registration form from the Middlesex-London Health Unit website at www.healthunit.com. Cost to attend is $25.00 and the symposium is open to the public. For further information, Media contact: Dan Flaherty, Communications Manager, Middlesex-London Health Unit, (519) 663-5317 ext. 2469 or (519) 617-0570 (cell); Spokesperson: Dr. Graham Pollett, Medical Officer of Health, Middlesex-London Health Unit. |
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PROTEST
HEARING - DECISION |
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Appellant: Dundas Real McCoys - spokesperson Don Robertson
Also present: Brantford Blast - Steve Cheeseman, Peter Ham, Judy Ham Purpose: Dundas protesting game 2 of Ontario Senior AAA Major League Hockey senior final. Dundas arguing that Luch Nasato should not have been allowed to play as he was not eligible to have his two-game suspension rescinded under the OHA’s fine option as he received a GRM 61 in game one of series Feb. 29. Panel was introduced to all parties and the format of the hearing was laid out by the chair. Submissions: There was little dispute of the facts of the case. The player, Luch Nasato, received a two-game suspension as the result of a GRM 61 in game one. Brantford, stating they were unsure of the rule interpretation between rules J4 and J5, sought advice from senior hockey chair John Kopinak regarding the eligibility of Nasato. Mr. Kopinak advised Brantford that player Nasato was eligible for the fine option and could play game two pending the agreement to pay the OHA $100. Brantford complied, informed the OHA office it would exercise the fine option and Nasato played game two, a 5-2 Brantford win. Following the game, Dundas filed a protest in accordance with the OHA rules and timelines. RATIONALE: In as much that Brantford sought advice from the OHA it would be unfair to uncategorically uphold the protest. That would award the victory to Dundas and double the suspension of player Nasato and impose an additional fine on Brantford. It would also be unfair to leave the result as it currently stands, a Brantford win. Brantford, like all other OHA teams, received a clear and concise information bulletin on more than one occasion and also had access to a memo outlining what infractions were and were not eligible for the OHA’s fine option. To that end, there is shared responsibility between the OHA and Brantford regarding the decision to allow Nasato to play. It is also the position of this panel that at this level of play,
especially in the playoffs, games should not be won or lost in the
board room, but played on the ice. For that reason we are not inclined
to allow the game to be awarded under the circumstances. At the time this decision is being sent to teams, the game 2 decision, the game in which Nasato played illegally, will be erased. The series now stands at 1-0 for Dundas. The game will be replayed in Brantford between Sunday, March 9 and Friday, March 14 depending on ice time availability. Should ice time not be available, the OHA will schedule ice time at a neutral site. The rescheduled game will be a “split gate”, with teams sharing in the revenue after expenses as outlined by the traditional OHA agreement for “odd games.” Only players on the game sheet for game two, with the obvious exception of player Nasato, will be allowed to play. Brantford will be allowed to dress a replacement player for Nasato. Any players who incur suspensions on Friday, March 7 or Sunday, March 9 that would prohibit them from playing the rescheduled game, will also not be allowed to play. Finally, player Nasato must now serve his two-game suspension as
per OHA rules. The suspension should be the next game (Friday, March
7) plus the replayed game. The panel did not impose the full force
of OHA regulation J4 in terms of the suspension being doubled or
the manager or coach being suspended, as we recognize that the advice
provided by an OHA director at the time did influence the decision
of the Brantford management to proceed with inserting Nasato in their
line-up. Brad Grant |
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Fight
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Harvey,
Mann, and the Real McCoys |
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of the attendance of some of the players, and that’s what cost them a playoff spot. I had been coaching my kids’ bantam and midget teams the last couple of years, and I really got refreshed. They’re getting older and one is getting out of it and I missed the competitive level that was here, so I agreed to come back and do the best job that I can and hope that we are successful,” said Mann, who with Robertson will handle team’s coaching duties. Winning the Allan Cup again is a nice goal for Robertson and Mann because the tournament will be in Brantford this coming spring it is much more convenient for players to take part in the tournament because they will not need to take a week off work to go out east or west. It will be here and they will not have to give up their daily routines. At the height of training camp, the McCoys had close to a dozen holdovers to which another six or seven players have been added. “That’s good,” said Ken, “because we will have a number of guys competing for jobs this year. These guys still love the game and it is my job to get that out of them.” Among the crop of new players are Harvey, Ryan Christie, and Dino Felicetti who will compliment the likes of Todd Hlushko, and Rob DiCiantis. “I won’t be worried about Todd’s effort because one thing about guys that have played for as long he has in the NHL (954 games, 287 goals, 375 assists for 662 points with Dallas, New York Rangers, San Jose, and Edmonton) the competitiveness will come out. He’s going to make sure that he is better shape so that he will not embarrass himself. One thing I do know about him having coached him in Junior B in Cambridge is that he is a competitor and he will compete every night to win, and he’s a fresh spirit in the dressing room with his happy go lucky attitude. A guy like that you do not have to say much to.” Anyone with the number of NHL games that he has and two World Junior Championships is a good addition to any club,” added Mann. He played for Cambridge Hornets in the Major hockey League in the NHL Lockout Season (2004-05), and he played a game for Dundas last year…the question is “what am I doing” says Harvey with a laugh. “It’s not so much did I want to play again, it was that I’m home, and not travelling. When done playing the game at such a high level you still don’t loose the passion for the hockey. I still love hockey. It doesn’t matter if I’m playing Industrial League, Men’s league or in the NHL, it’s all the same,” said Todd. “I was off for a year, and had spent enough time at home, and figured I had better start doing something and get in shape again because it (weight) comes on pretty quick, and I have some ties here and it’s probably the best place for me to play. Donny, I think weaselled in the factor that I had played for my uncle before and that was a factor in my coming here because we had played with each other once before. This year decided to do it (coach) again and I just happened to be at home was able to jump on board with him.” Part of the attraction Harvey admits is the fact that the Allan Cup tournament will be played half an hour down the road from the JL Grightmire Arena, and that Robertson is trying to assemble a very good team and take a run at winning the Allan Cup title. “I didn’t get the big one (Stanley Cup) in the NHL, so why not try getting one here. When I was younger my uncle was coaching the Motts Clamatos, and I remember what great players there were on that team. Playing for the Allan Cup back then was a big deal. Obviously the Allan Cup has lost a little bit of its lustre with all of the professional leagues on the go now, but it’s still a great trophy to win,” said the father of three, who has been working on his uncle’s potato farm, helping bring in this year’s crop. |
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Kennedy’s
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to
the Saints conditioning because they practice more often, and
work on their game…’most of us have jobs,’ adds
Kennedy. We went on a good (late season) run, but Petrolia (Squires) went on an incredible run at the end of last year, and we came up a little too short. At the end, three teams were tied with 32 points, and we were only two points behind. Had we made the playoffs, I still think we would have won it,” confessed the 35-year-old native of Vancouver and father of two. That will not happen again says Mike because of the new players who are coming on board coupled with the fact the Allan Cup tournament will be played a little more than half an hour down the road in the Brantford Civic Centre. Just how determined is Mike to see
this dream come true? “I bet my dad a thousand bucks I could
lose 22 pounds by Christmas; going from 237 to 215…I’ve
lost two so far…20 to go.” The question running around
the Dundas arena recently was could he lose those remaining 12
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| The
Dairy man comes home to play |
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“I knew a couple of guys coming here and they said they were all good guys, and I have talked with others, and they have all said that the guys on that team (Dundas) are great guys, and you’ll have a lot of fun playing there. Kenny and Donny are great too, in fact when they came down to talk to me about signing, and asked if my dad would come along. We spent about five minutes talking about hockey, and the next hour was all about fastball and the times they (Ken and Bob) spent playing against each other. It was a lot of fun,” said Ryan, who has now settled into his role in family business and as an important member of the Real McCoys. |
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