The 2026 ALLIANCE Hockey U18, U16 and U15 AAA Prospects Games concluded on January 4th with over 120 players participating in the divisional games in front a large crowd at the Komoka Recreation & Wellness Centre.
U18 AAA Game Recap
An end-to-end display of on-ice talent and strong goaltending saw Team Navy and Team White each score once in the first period. The second period mirrored the opening frame, with both teams adding another goal to remain deadlocked heading into the third.
After a scoreless third period, the game advanced to a five-minute overtime. Team Navy capitalized at the three-minute mark of OT, securing a 3–2 victory over Team White.
Howies U18 AAA Prospects Players of the Game:
Team White - #4, Fischer Gardner (Huron Perth Lakers)
Team Navy – #9, Wyatt Ferguson (Elgin Middlesex Canucks)
Officials:
Referees: Jordan Hurtubise (Sarnia) & Reid Harper (Lambton Shores)
Linespersons: Mark Brisson (St. Thomas) & Iwan Smiley (Woodstock)
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U16 AAA Prospects Recap
A fast-paced, action-packed first period ended with Team White holding a 1–0 lead. The intensity continued in the second period, as Team Navy scored twice while Team White responded with two goals of their own to take a 3–2 advantage into the third.
Both teams found the back of the net in the final period, but Team White held on to secure a 4–3 victory.
Howies U16 AAA Prospects Players of the Game:
Team White - #18, Roman Vanacker (Brantford 99ers)
Team Navy - #15, Graham Littlejohn (London Jr Knights)
Officials:
Referees: Jake Gansevles (Stratford) & Luke Orr (London)
Linespersons: Beckham McLeod (Stratford) & Jackson Nickel (Stratford)
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U15 AAA Game Recap
Locked in a 1–1 tie after the first period, the game exploded in the second. Team White struck twice, but Team Navy surged ahead with three goals of their own. Both teams battled hard and found the net once more in the third period, but it was Team Navy who held on for a thrilling 5–4 victory.
Team WHITE Scoring:
ZACHARY EVERETT (00:17 1st), MOHAB HEMIDA (13:57 2nd), DECLAN HUNTER (07:50 2nd), DECLAN HUNTER (10:44 3rd)
Team NAVY Scoring:
HARDY POWERS (04:04 1st), KEATON NIEREISEL (14:55 2nd), KINGSTON SMITH (12:56 2nd), BRAYDEN PIQUE (05:34 2nd), LIAM WEISS (09:36 3rd)
Howies U15 AAA Prospects Players of the Game:
Team White – #14, Declan Hunter (Brantford 99ers)
Team Navy - #6, Hardy Powers (Elgin Middlesex Canucks)
Officials:
Referees: Ian Rush (St. Catharines) & Wyatt Weppler (Waterloo)
Linespersons: Jackson Sloan (Komoka) & Colin Wright (London)
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Congratulations to the teams and officials for a great event! Stay tuned to our social channels for photos from the event!
Special thanks to:
- Elgin Middlesex Canucks
- Komoka Wellness Centre
- Association Teams and Bench Staffs
Sincere appreciation goes out to:
