Posting a one and two record thus far
on the season, The Gary Edgecombe C.A. Peewee Rep Coyotes were ready
to improve their standings. They faced Penetang at home Friday,
November 2, and hit the road to face Stayner and Georgian Shores on
Saturday and Sunday in their home rinks.
Penetang scored first in a slow first period, and the Coyotes lost a player due to suspension for a hit from behind. The hometown team came to life in the second, and Captain Matthew Clarke scored a much needed tying goal. The third period belonged to the Coyotes with Jack Sneddon tipping in a shot from the point, and Colin Kitching driving to the net for a third goal. The game ended 3-2.
On Saturday, November 3, the Coyotes, down a player, sought revenge for a painful loss the week before. The team showed patience and persistence, and a desire for the puck like they hadn't shown since the tournament in Stirling. Solid defense and smart passing led to a 3-2 victory, with goals from Matthew Clarke, Jack Sneddon, and Aiden Ritchie.
Elmvale faced Georgian Shores on Sunday, November 4, in Thornbury. Georgian Shores has weak spots, but the Coyote forwards mustered very few shots, resulting in a 3-0 loss.
So the team now sits at three and three on the season, middle of the pack. The team practices twice this week, a real bonus in ice-starved Elmvale. No doubt, controlling the play in the opponent's end, and manufacturing scoring opportunities will be on the agenda.
The Coyotes host the league-leading Collingwood Blackhawks on Friday, November 9, at 8:10. On Sunday they will face Oro, on their ice. Thanks to Kent Fay, you can check out the Peewee Coyotes' roster and photos, and news from all of the Elmvale Coyote teams on the new website, at elmvaleminorhockey.ca.