Joe McNamara plans to take to his bike on June 20, cycling 250 km to complete a perimeter ride of Stormont-Dundas-Glengarry, raising funds for charity.
Joe McNamara challenges local cyclists to join his fund-raising effort this month
He plans to set off on his journey at 5:45 a.m., aiming to complete the course by sundown, around 8:50 p.m. on what is the longest day of the year, our summer solstice.
Cyclists who’d like to register to join in a virtual ride on June 20 will receive a special patch, stick, and certificate in recognition of their achievement. A portion of the entry collected will be donated to the Rotary Club of Cornwall Sunrise Foundation and distributed evenly to local food banks.
Char-Lan minor hockey’s atom rep Rebels team has been active in the community, collecting for the Agape Centre food bank.
Sherry Crawford MacLachlan shares this image of members of the Char-Lan atom Rebels hockey team.
The team skates in the UCMHL, currently sporting a record of 4 wins, 10 losses, and 1 tie. Their last game action came back on December 16, when the squad skated to a 2-2 draw with the Cornwall Colts. They are booked to return to the ice on January 9, when the Rebs will host the South Stormont Selects at 7 p.m.
The second annual Sisters’ Cup hockey game, “a celebration of sport between our two Catholic sister schools … to come together as sisters in sport,” will take to the ice in Cornwall on Thursday, as the girls hockey teams from Holy Trinity and St. Joseph’s meet in a fundraiser for Maison Baldwin House.
The December 5 event will take place at Cornwall’s multi-pad arena, beginning at 4 p.m. The game is booked for pad 1.
The south end of the rink will be set aside for Falcons supporters, with the north end for Panthers fans. In between will be seating for dignitaries.
Goodwill donation will be accepted at the doors upon entry.
The game format will be periods of 10, 10, and 12 minutes.
Holy Trinity won the inaugural 2018 event, 3-1, over the Panthers.
On November 22 and 23, the Lancaster Curling Club hosted a charity bonspiel that raised funds for Hospice Cornwall. Some 64 curlers took part in the action on the ice that ran Friday evening and through the day Saturday. There was also a silent auction.
It was a defensive struggle with just five points scored – all in the first half – as the St. Joseph’s Panthers successfully defended their Charity Bowl championship tonight at Joe St. Denis Field in Cornwall, shutting down their Catholic rivals, the Holy Trinity Falcons.
The Panthers moved the ball early in the game for what would turn out to be the only offensive points mustered by either side, with their drive culminating in a field goal.
Late in the first half, with Holy Trinity struggling and pinned deep in their own end of the field, the punter opted to surrender a safety, making it a 5-0 lead for St. Joseph’s.
The third quarter saw the Falcons offence come to life, as the Green and Gold got its ground game going and moved into Panthers territory, but the period ended scoreless.
The teams traded possessions in the fourth quarter. Late, inside the final two minutes, Holy Trinity again found itself on the move, as the passing game started to click.
Holy Trinity quarterback Ryan Stephens, carrying the ball, attempts to hurdle St. Joseph’s defender Tanner Keenan, during a late-game drive at the 2019 Charity Bowl. (Sean Bray photo)
With 17 seconds remaining, the Falcons were threatening, with a first-and-goal at the six-yard line, but they were unable to punch it home. A run netted two yards, and two successive passes went for nought, as the clock wound to zero.
And the celebration was on for the Panthers, winners of the 2019 Charity Bowl, a fundraiser for the Good Samaritan Trust Fund.
The victory improves St. Joseph’s league record to 2-0 on the season, while Holy Trinity drops to 2-1. This was the first time in three SDGAA outings that the Falcons have allowed points against. The Panthers still have yet to allow any opposition scoring.
The 2019 edition of the Glengarry Hearts / Brian Filion Memorial Soccer Tournament will be held at Alexandria’s Island Park on Saturday, October 12, beginning at 9 a.m., with matches continuing throughout the day.
The annual gathering over the Thanksgiving weekend marks the 40th anniversary of the Hearts of Glengarry. The name “Hearts” lives on today in the competitive youth teams that compete in the ERSL.
This tournament each year sees many Glengarrians reunite, especially those returning to the area for the holiday weekend, enjoying the spirit of the beautiful game, whilst raising funds for the Brian Filion Memorial Fund.
Individuals looking to play or volunteer as referees should let organizers know through the event Facebook page here or by calling Laurie Filion at 613-525-5570. Each team will play three matches.
At noon, all participants will gather for a group photo. There will also be a gift table.
New this year, at 1 p.m., the younger set (children under age 11) is invited to join in the fun with family games on the smaller fields.
The lone high school football game this week will take place at Cornwall’s Joe St. Denis Field under the lights Wednesday night, as Catholic rivals Holy Trinity and St. Joseph’s collide in the annual Charity Game.
The Falcons enter the contest sporting a 2-0 record. In fact, Holy Trinity has yet to allow any opposition scoring, whilst collectively putting up 48 points against the CCVS Raiders (0-1) and the Glengarry Gaels (1-1). The Panthers (1-0) also haven’t been scored against, having trounced La Citadelle in their only game thus far, 41-0.
The Charity Bowl is a fundraiser for the Good Samaritan Trust Fund. Admission is $2. Kickoff to the October 2 gridiron contest is set for 6 p.m.
The 37th annual AJK Highland Travellers men’s recreational hockey tournament, which raises funds for the local Cancer Society, will be held at Maxville’s arena on Saturday, January 25, 2020.
The event is popular every year, so those interested in entering a team are encouraged to contact one of the organizers, Bubba Wensink or Brad Quaile, as early as possible to reserve a spot.
The fourth annual CommUNITY RUN in support of Community Living Glengarry takes over the streets of Alexandria on Saturday, September 28, offering professionally timed 1 km, 5 km, and 10 km in-town running circuits.
