The Minto Mad Dogs U15 hockey team delivered a standout performance on the international stage, going undefeated to claim the championship at the International Silver Stick Finals held in Pelham, Ontario, from January 8–11.

The prestigious tournament featured more than 80 teams across seven divisions, with only 14 elite teams qualifying for the highly competitive U15 division. Each team earned its spot by finishing first or second in their respective regional Silver Stick competitions.

Fresh off a six-game winning streak at their regional tournament just six days earlier, the Mad Dogs arrived in Pelham determined to keep their momentum rolling—and they did exactly that.

Tournament Run

• • Thursday, January 8: 4–0 shutout victory over the Walkerton Capitals 1
• • Friday, January 9 (morning): 2–1 win over North Middlesex Jr. Stars
• • Friday, January 9 (afternoon): 6–3 win over Petoskey Jr. Northmen
• • Saturday morning: Defeated Aylmer Flames Black → secured 1st place in pool
• • Semi-final: 5–2 victory over Mitchell Yellow
• • Championship Final: 6–4 win over Petoskey Jr. Northmen

Six games. Six wins. Perfect tournament.

By the end of the tournament, the Minto Mad Dogs U15 team had completed a perfect run—bringing home the International Silver Stick title and cementing a memorable achievement for the players, coaches, and the entire Minto hockey community.

Congratulations to the players, coaches, families, and supporters!