2014 TPWHL Registration Day October 4th!

Source: TPWHL  

Get ready for another exciting season of TPWHL PowerHockey! Come out for registration day next Saturday, October 4 from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Three exhibition games will be played on that day. New players are always welcome to try out!

The games are as follows:
12:30 PM to 1:30 PM Lake Raiders v. Bulldogs
1:30 PM to 2:30 PM Saints v. Mustangs
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM Kings v. Wolves

If you love hockey and have a physical disability then PowerHockey is the game for you! We play out of Sunnyview Public School at 450 Blythwood Road. Hope to see you there!

For more information regarding the hockey league go to http://www.tpwhl.com/

Para Sports at 2014 Commonwealth Games

Source: Wikipedia.org

UPDATE: In the final days, the para athletes won two more medals from Diane Roy and Alex Dupont taking home silver and bronze in their respective wheelchair racing events. It was great to see more para medal events were included in this years Commonwealth Games, I hope it continues to grow in the future.

Source: Canadian Paralympic Committee Facebook Page

The 2014 Commonwealth Games started one week ago on July 23rd and will end on August 3rd in Glasgow, Scotland. This is the 20th Commonwealth Games and it runs every four years just like the Olympics, it features 71 countries from the Commonwealth nations competing in 18 sports. In these games, the para sports are integrated with the rest of the competitions. Glasgow is featuring the most para sports medals ever in Commonwealth history with 22 medals (at the 2010 games there were only 15 medals) in 5 sports, including Athletics, Swimming, Weightlifting, Lawn Bowl (similar to Boccia), and for the first time Track Cycling.

Team Canada is led by the Chef de Mission, Chantal Petitclerc who is a 14 time Paralympic champion in Wheelchair Racing.

Source: CBC.ca

Team Canada will be represented by 10 para sports athletes:

Athletics: Josh Cassidy (Ottawa, Ont.), Diane Roy (Sherbrooke, Que.), Alexandre Dupont (Bradwell, Sask.)
Swimming: Morgan Bird (Calgary, Alta.), Aurélie Rivard (Montreal, Que), Katarina Roxon (Kippens, N.L.)
Lawn Bowls: Heather Hanett (Calgary, Alta.) and guide Susan Acorn (Calgary, Alta.), Al Hanet (Kelowna, B.C.) and guide Viola Hanet (Kelowna, B.C.)

The first medal won by a para athlete at this years Commonwealth games is Aurélie Rivard of Montreal, Que, winning bronze in the women's 200m individual medley SM10.

Source: Canadian Paralympic Committee Facebook Page

You can watch it online or on television through CBC.

2014 Power Hockey Cup Finals!

Day 4 is the final day of the tournament with the championship and semi finals taking place.

Championship Game

In the championship game between the Philadelphia PowerPlay and the Minnesota Saints. It was a battle between the two top scoring teams. The PowerPlay got off to the quick start with a goal from Liam Miller scoring on the short side of Saints goalie Sarah Heinsch. However, Saints, Chad Wilson answered with two goals late in the first period for the 2-1 lead. The Saints would continue with more offence in the second period, scoring three more goals to take a commanding 5-1 lead midway through the game. But there was no quit in the young PowerPlay team, Jake Saxton would finish the period strong with two beautiful goals to cut the lead to 5-3 for the Saints after two periods. PowerPlay would pull within one at the nine minute mark in the third period for what would be an exciting finish in the finals! They would continue to put on pressure, but the Saints would hang on for their third consecutive championship. It was truly one of the most exciting PowerHockey Cup finals and the atmosphere was amazing.

Bronze Medal Game

In the all Canadian bronze medal game between the Ottawa Capitals and Calgary Selects, it was a very defensive battle. Calgary's Shawn Pahl would score two goals 50 seconds apart to give the Selects an early 2-0 lead, but the Capitals would answer with a goal of their own by Moses Yorke to cut the lead in half. It would be a scoreless second period. Ottawa would get into penalty trouble in the third period where Calgary would capitalize by scoring a power play goal to take a two goal lead and winning the bronze medal 3-1.

Consolation Games

In the fifth place game the Michigan Mustangs would dominate the Minnesota Selects 6-0. Toronto Lake Raiders would finish seventh with a 4-2 loss to the Michigan Mustangs while the Carolina Fury finishes in eighth place with a 6-2 loss to the Minnesota Selects.

Final Thoughts

It was in my opinion, one of the best PowerHockey Cup tournaments in their six year history. There was tons of exciting games with lots of scoring. Every team was really close in terms of their competitive level. The organizers did a fantastic job with the live stream with very professional commentators. Having players as guest commentators was a nice touch. I look forward to the next PowerHockey Cup which will be hosted in Philadelphia in 2016!

http://powerhockeycup.com/

2014 Power Hockey Cup: Day 3 Quarter and Semi Finals Recap

Day 3 displayed intense battles in both the quarter and semi finals.

Quarter Finals

In a rematch of the 2010 and 2012 championship games, the Minnesota Saints faced off against the Michigan Mustangs. In the past two championship games the Saints took home the cup. Today's game was no different with the Saints winning a wild 4-3 game. Kevin Konfara of the Mustangs and Chad Wilson of the Saints scored three goals for their teams.

In the second quarter finals game, Philadelphia PowerPlay won 9-3 over the Carolina Fury. It was a balanced offence for the PowerPlay with each forward amassing at least one point. The Fury was led by Jim Thompson scoring two goals.

In the third quarter finals game, it was the Battle of Ontario! Where the Ottawa Capitals defeated the Toronto Lake Raiders 4-2 in a penalty filled game (24 minutes in total between both teams). Moses Yorke and Johnson Wilson scored two goals each for the Capitals while Saverio Romano and Jeremy Schofield responded with one a piece. Meghan Hines of the Lake Raiders played an excellent defensively keeping her team in the game.

In the final quarter finals game, it was a defensive battle where Calgary Selects won 2-1 in overtime against the Minnesota Selects. It was a truly exciting game where Minnesota tied the game with two minutes left in regulation time to force the overtime on a power play goal from Chris Kram. In the end, Ben Thorne of Calgary was the hero in this game scoring with less than three left in overtime to win the game.

Semi Finals

In the first semi finals, it was Ottawa Capitals against the Minnesota Saints. The first period started off with the Saints scoring early and the Capitals answered quickly with a goal from Moses Yorke. The Capitals had early chances in the second, however the Saints took over from there to win 8-1 to advance to their third consecutive PowerHockey Cup finals.

The second semi finals featured a young team in the Philadelphia PowerPlay against a veteran squad Calgary Selects. The Selects got off to a great start with two goals from Mike Falconer to lead after two periods. In the third period the Selects got into penalty trouble which gave the PowerPlay an opportunity where the capitalized on to cut lead in half. And with 1:24 to go in the third, the PowerPlay completed their comeback with a thrilling goal by Liam Miller to force overtime. With momentum on PowerPlay's side, their star player Jake Saxton scored in overtime to send them to their first ever PowerHockey Cup finals!

Will the defending champions Minnesota Saints win their third title? Or will the young guns Philadelphia PowerPlay be crowned the new champions? You'll have to tune in tomorrow for:

• Consolation Games: 10:00AM CDT (11:00AM EST)
• Bronze medal Game: 5:00PM CDT (6:00PM EST) 
• Championship Game: 7:00PM CDT (8:00PM EST)

Broadcast live streaming video on Ustream

2014 Power Hockey Cup: Day 2 Recap

Day 2 at the 2014 PowerHockey Cup provided amazing games to wrap up pool play with each team playing twice.

Pool A consists of Calgary Selects, Carolina Fury, Toronto Lake Raiders, and hosts Minnesota Saints.

Calgary Selects played Toronto and Carolina, showing dominance in their 10-1 and 7-2 victories respectively. In the first game against Toronto, Mike Falconer scored six goals and Nathan Grossklaus scored two and assisted six. In the second game against Carolina, Shawn Pahl scored a hat trick. Calgary will now play Minnesota Selects in the quarter finals.

Carolina Fury played Calgary and Minnesota. In the first game they lost 7-2 to Calgary. George Silvey scored his second and third goals of the tournament. In the second game, they played a strong game in the 5-3 loss with a hat trick by Jim Thompson. The goalie Jonathan Greeson was great in net once again. Carolina will play Philadelphia in the quarter finals.

Toronto Lake Raiders played Calgary and Minnesota. In the first game they lost a tough 10-1 game to Calgary. Jerry Mariano scored his first goal of the tournament and Leo Xu played like a beast even with the lop-sided loss. The second game they loss 7-3 to Minnesota, Saverio scored two goals.

Minnesota Saints played Toronto and Carolina. In the first game they played great against Toronto winning 7-3, led by their top player Chad Wilson with five goals and one assist. In the second game Minnesota came back in an edged the Carolina Fury 5-3 led by Chad Wilson with three goals and two assists. Minnesota will now play Michigan Mustangs in the quarter finals.

Pool B consists of Philadelphia PowerPlay, Ottawa Capitals, Michigan Mustangs, and Minnesota Selects.

Philadelphia PowerPlay played Minnesota and Ottawa, playing two strong games winning 10-7 and 6-1 respectively. In the first game, they fended off a late comeback by Minnesota. Once again Jake Saxton, their star player, scored an astounding seven goals and three assists. In the second game Jake continued his offensive number with three goals and three assists. They've been fun to watch with their tremendous speed and teamwork. They will be playing Carolina Fury in the quarter finals.

Ottawa Capitals played Michigan and Philadelphia. In the first game, they won 6-4 led by Mohammed Awad with a hat trick and two assists and Moses Yorke with a another hat trick and an assist. In my opinion it was the best game of the tournament so far. In the second game, they battled Philadelphia for first place in their pool but lost 6-1 with the lone goal scored by Moses Yorke. Ottawa will now face Toronto Lake Raiders in the quarter finals.

Michigan Mustangs played two really close games against Ottawa and Minnesota losing 6-4 in both matches. Kevin Konfora scored four goals in both games and goalie Dean Olivas was solid. Michigan will now face Minnesota Saints which will be a great game in the quarter finals because these two teams were the finalists in the 2010 and 2012 PowerHockey Cup opponents.

Minnesota Selects played Philadelphia and Michigan. In the first game they nearly came back in the third period to loose 10-7 led by veteran Chris Kram with five goals and one assist, and Jacob Ritter with two goals and three assists. In the second game, they won 6-4 led by Chris Kram with a hat trick and an assist, and Lucas Braun with two goals and an assist. Goalie Marty Braun played an amazing game. It was former player, Craig McClellan's first win as a coach! Minnesota will now face Calgary Selects in the quarter finals.

Don't miss tomorrow's action starts at 11:00AM CDT (12:00PM EST) with the Minnesota Saints vs. Michigan Mustangs. You can watch the game below!

Broadcast live streaming video on Ustream

2014 Power Hockey Cup: Day 1 Recap

It was an exciting opening day of the 2014 PowerHockey Cup in St. Paul Minnesota! This tournament brings together 8 teams and 80 players from across North America.

There were four games played today. The first game between Ottawa Capitals and host Minnesota Selects made for a great opening game of the tournament. Both teams played a great game, with the much improved Capitals team winning the game 3 to 1, led by Roddey Harb with two goals and one assist. It was a valiant effort by the Selects as most were playing in their first tournament.

The second game between the Toronto Lake Raiders and the Carolina Fury was dominated by Saverio Romano with three goals and one assist. George Silvey of the Fury scored the lone goal. Jonathan Greeson stood on his head in goal for the Fury, even though they lost 6 to 1.

The third game between the Michigan Mustangs and the Philadelphia PowerPlay where the PowerPlay shut out the Mustangs 4 to 0. One the youngest players in the tournament, Jake Saxton scored a hat trick, in his first tournament game. Both goalies Dean Olivas and Erin Gordon were solid in net.

The final game between the defending champs, Minnesota Saints and the Calgary Selects played a tight game with the Saints winning 3 to 1. Chad Wilson of the Saints once again dominated with two goals and one assist. Shawn Pahl of the Selects scored the lone goal for the selects. The Selects goalie Jeff Barrett kept his team in the game.

UPDATE: Chris Lemieux of Michigan Mustangs provides his take on their first game of the tournament.

"Michigan got shut out on Monday as they fell to the defending United States champion Philadelphia Poweplay 4-0. Philly came out strong to take 2-0 lead in the first period and held the lead through the 3rd when as they led 3-0 Michigan pulled their goalie to make a push to score but Jake Saxton scored an empty net goal to seal the win 4-0."

Don't miss tomorrow's action starts at 10:00AM CDT (11:00AM EST) with the Toronto Lake Raiders vs. Calgary Selects. You can watch the game below!


Broadcast live streaming video on Ustream

Help support the Toronto Lake Raiders as they compete at the 2014 Power Hockey Cup!

UPDATE: You can watch the tournament through live streaming here and check the full schedule here.

Please donate (Click here) and help Support the Toronto Lake Raiders at the 2014 Power Hockey Cup hosted by Minnesota starting July 21st to 24th against talented teams from Canada and USA.

The Toronto team is an All-Star team representing the Toronto power wheelchair hockey league! You can like Them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter, & to learn more about the league go to tpwhl.com!

You can read more about what the power hockey cup is all about here.

Go Lake Raiders Go!

2014 Sochi Paralympics wrap up (was there enough Canadian coverage?)

Now that the Paralympic in Sochi have been over for more then a Month. The question is, "Was there enough coverage in Canada?". In my opinion there was still not enough coverage, especially on TV. The two-hour daily highlight show on CBC was just not enough to showcase our talented athletes. Being able to watch it online is great, but I would have loved to watch wheelchair curling and sledge hockey in its entirety on the television. I believe the Paralympians work just as hard as the Olympians, and they deserve the same coverage and respect. I know that TV stations probably need sponsors and thinks about TV ratings, but that is just an excuse.

Furthermore, if there was more television coverage, it would inspire children and people with different abilities to believe in themselves that they can accomplish anything they put their minds to. It would also inspire people to go pursue sports that helps them gain confidence in their life.

Even though the Paralympic coverage in Canada has improved over the last three winter games, starting with Turin in 2006, which had terrible coverage with only 5 minute packages on the weekdays and on CBC Sports Saturday on the Weekend. In Vancouver 2010 the coverage drastically improved with 60 hours on CTV with 13.6 million viewers tuning in, but drew criticism when they almost did not broadcast the opening ceremony live throughout Canada. For Sochi this year, CBC provided the most Paralympic coverage ever with 90 hours of TV broadcast and 250 hours online which averaged 8.8 million viewers per day.

Comparing to the Olympics in Turin in 2006 which had 557 hours on CBC (including TSN coverage), Vancouver 2010 had 4,500 hours on CTV where Canadians watched 1.25 billion hours, and Sochi had 1,519 hours of coverage on CBC with 33.35 million viewers. The Olympic broadcast repeats all day long with daytime and prime time coverage, why can't it be the same for the Paralympics?

What would need to happen for the Paralympics to receive more media attention and television coverage?

Merger
There have been talk about the Paralympics merging with the Olympics from the International Paralympic Committee, according to this BBC article. I would support this if it can help provide the Paralympics with more media attention. What do you think? Is it a good idea or not? Read about what retired Paralympic Gold medalist skier Jeff Dickson thinks about the idea in this CBC article.

Call to Action
Are you in favour of bringing back the petition "CTV, CBC Provide Paralympics Now" that was started after the 2012 London Paralympic games to the forefront? Especially with the Pan-American and Para-Pan American Games coming to Toronto in 2015?

Do we need more Paralympics coverage?
	Yes
	No
pollcode.com free polls

2014 TPWHL Finals: Wolves are the Champions!

In game three of the championship series, the Wolves won 3 – 2 over the Bulldogs to clinch the 2014 championship in a thrilling final game!

In the first, the Bulldogs got off to a fast start 2:30 into the game with a goal from Donnelly, who was on the receiving end of a great pass from Jerry for the 1 – 0.

In the second, Saverio replied for the wolves at 6:28 to tie the game 1 – 1, who got a pass from Sharmin after winning the face-off.

In the third, Donnelly gave the Bulldogs their second lead of the game at 5:45 off the misplay from wolves goalie Torrance. However there was no quit in the wolves who tied the game 2 – 2 with five minutes left at 10:36. On the play Saverio tucked his shot behind the goalie for the goal, assisted by Sharmin. And with momentum on their side the wolves took their first lead of the game two minutes later at 12:00 on a goal from Sharmin , assisted by Saverio. It would eventually stand up as the game-winner giving the Wolves the 2014 MD Memorial Championship cup.

It was the closest championship series ever with both teams scoring eight goals each. The Bulldogs should be proud of themselves this season, battling back from Last place and into the playoffs. They were a tough team to play against this season, with some of the best team defense that I have ever seen and great goaltending from Eli.

It was truly a great TPWHL season with clutch goals, huge saves, close games and exciting playoff races. Come out and support our hockey league or even become a player in the 2014/15 season. For more info go to their website or Facebook page.

2014 TPWHL Finals, Game 3 this Saturday!

With the wolves winning in game two to tie the series at one game apiece. That means there will be a final game three, where the winner takes it all! Will it be the Bulldogs or the wolves? Come and find out who we crown our 2014 champions at Sunnyview school 450 Blythwood Road. (Bayview Ave. & Eglington Ave. East) and check out the action this Saturday May 3rd @ 1:00pm!

Created by Neil

TPWHL Playoffs Finals: Wolves Ties the series with Game 2 Victory

Created by Neil

In game two of the championship series, the wolves won a close 3 – 2 game to tie the series 1 – 1 and force a final game three!

In the first, the Bulldogs got off to the early start with a goal from Jerry at 4:29, assisted by Lorne for the 1 – 0 lead. Saverio Replied for the wolves at the 10 minute mark with a high looping shot that beat the goalie Eli to tie the game at one. On a goal assisted by Sharmin.

In the second, Lorne scored off his own rebound to give the Bulldogs a 2 – 1 lead at 7:50, assisted by Jerry. The wolves had a few chances but were unable to score.

In the third, the wolves got out to a strong start with a tap in goal from Sharmin to tie the game at 1:10, assisted by saverio. Four minutes later off a mad scramble in front of the Bulldogs net, Matt gave the wolves their first lead in a must win game at 5:30. On the play the shot just squeaked through the goalie. The Bulldogs had one more chance at the end to tie the game, but was turned aside by the wolves goalie Torrance.

Game three will be played this Saturday May 3rd at 1 PM. Come out and support our hockey league one more time this season, as we crown our 2014 champions!

2014 TPWHL Final round Continues!

With Bulldogs leading the series 1 – 0 over the wolves after game one. Will the Bulldogs close out the series and Win the championship? Or will the wolves come back and force a final game 3? Come on out to Sunnyview school 450 Blythwood Road. (Bayview Ave. & Eglington Ave. East) and check out the action this Saturday April 26th @ 1:00pm!

Created by Neil

TPWHL Playoffs Finals: Bulldogs Win Game 1 Over Wolves

Created by Neil

In game one of the championship series, the Bulldogs doubled up on the wolves 4 – 2 to lead the series 1 – 0.

In the first, the Bulldogs got off to a great start with two goals from Lorne at 5:27 and 9:56, one of them assisted by Meghan. Saverio pulled the wolves within one two minutes later at 11:41. However the Bulldogs answered one minute later with Lorne's hat trick goal, on a shot that went off the post and into the net.

In the second, there was no scoring. The wolves goalie Torrance made a few huge stops to try to keep them in the game.

In the third, Lorne scored his fourth goal for the Bulldogs to extend the lead to three. Saverio tried to keep his team in the game by scoring his second goal at 4:30.The wolves had a chance to score late on the power play, but was turned aside by the Bulldogs goalie Eli and their stingy defense.

Game two will be played on April 26 at 1 PM, where either the Bulldogs will win the championship or the wolves will force a final game 3.

TPWHL Final round starts Saturday April 12th 1:00pm

With both teams sweeping their respective first rounds,  the hunt is on for the hardware!
Will it be the offensive powerhouse of the Wolves? Or the stingy, defensive minded
Bulldogs?  Come on out to Sunnyview school 450 Blythwood Road. (Bayview Ave. & Eglington Ave. East) and check out the action this Saturday April 12th @ 1:00pm!

TPWHL Playoffs semifinal: Bulldogs advanced to the finals with game 2 victory

Created by Neil

In game two of the semifinal, The Bulldogs come from behind to win 3 – 2 over the Kings and sweep the series 2 games to 0.

In the first, Lorne opened the scoring for the Bulldogs from a great pass from Jerry to lead 1 – 0 at 7:23. Kings goalie Leo made a few great saves to keep the game a one goal game.

In the second, the Kings who needed a win took their game up a notch and battled for two goals to take the lead. The first goal was scored by Jordan who poked in a loose ball pass the goalie Eli to tie the game, assisted by Kirk at 5:55. For the second one, with Jerry in the penalty box Kirk gave the Kings their first lead of the game on the power play, assisted by Isaac at 13:40.

In the third, in an intense game the Bulldogs tied the game at 2 – 2 on a goal from Jerry assisted by a beautiful pass from Meghan at 7:24. Three minutes later Lorne scored his second goal of the game to give the Bulldogs the lead on a shot that just got by the goalie.

The Bulldogs will now face the wolves in the finals, Game one starts this Saturday, April 12 at 1 PM.

TPWHL Playoffs semifinal: Bulldogs upset Kings in game 1

In Game 1 of the semifinals, the #4 Bulldogs upset the #1 Kings in a close 2 – 1 win for the 1 – 0 series lead.

In the first, with the Bulldogs Jerry in the penalty box for boarding, the Kings opened the scoring on the power play with Kirk's first goal of the playoffs assisted by Bill at 14:35 for the 1 – 0 lead.

In the second, Jerry replied for the Bulldogs on a shot that eluded Kings goaltender Leo to tie the game at 1, assisted by Meghan at 14:35.

In the third, with a mad scramble in front of the Kings net Jerry was able to get to the loose puck and score to give the Bulldogs their first lead of the game at 6:55. The goal was assisted by Meghan and Lorne. The Kings tried their hardest to tie the game, but the Bulldogs defensive game and great goaltending from Eli shut them down. Otherwise it was a close and intense playoff game for both teams.

Game 2 goes this Saturday, April 5 at 2 PM as the Kings look to tie the series and force a final game 3.

2014 Paralympics in Review

Another Winter Paralympic Games came to an end on Sunday, March 16, and everybody on Team Canada has returned home. Canada had a strong showing at these Games, winning 25 medals (includes 10 Gold), and finishing third place in the medal standings.

Among the stars was veteran Paralympic skier Brian McKeever. He won three gold medals in his three individual events. He also became the first Canadian Winter Paralympian to win 10 gold medals in a career.

Sit-skiing veteran Josh Ducek won gold in the super combined and silver in the downhill. Ducek would go on to be Canada's flag-bearer in the closing ceremony.

Mac Marcoux made his Paralympic debut by winning three medals, including a gold one in the giant slalom. It was also exciting to see Mark Arendz win silver in the biathalon. The visually impaired biathlete collected Canada's first medal of these Games. He went on to win bronze in the 12.5K three days later.

The most surprising moment may have been Chris Klebl. The alpine skier took gold in the men’s 10K sitting cross-country race. It’s surprising because almost no one predicted the 42-year-old Paralympic veteran would win after having come up short in his previous two Winter Games.

The curling team returned to claim another gold medal in one of Canada's most popular sports (the first being hockey, of course). Their victory proved to the world once again that Canada has the best wheelchair curling team. They entered as defending Paralympic champions and as world curling champions.

The most bittersweet moment for many was when the sledge hockey team was forced to take home a bronze medal. While it still counts as a moment to be proud of, expectations were high that they would win gold. Their popular rivals Team USA claimed gold when they beat Norway (who claimed silver). Canada’s Adam Dixon scored four goals, the most goals of the 2014 tournament.

Canada’s other medalists of these Games were Caleb Brousseau (bronze), Kimberly Joines (bronze) and Chris Williamson (bronze) for their respective alpine skiing events.

Round 1 of the TPWHL 2014 playoffs start Saturday March 29th!

Nothing planned this weekend? why not come on out to Sunnyview school 450 Blythwood Road. (Bayview Ave. & Eglington Ave. East) and feel the intensity as these four teams of talented, athletes roll into battle! 

First up its the Number 1 Kings facing off against The mighty Bulldogs who edged

out the Saint's to advance to the post season! Game time 12:30pm...

Next up is the 2nd place Wolves, going head to head with the 3rd place Lake Raiders!

Game time 2:00pm! Check it out!! YOU won't be disappointed!!

Canada takes Bronze in sledge hockey finals

In a rematch with Norway, Canada claimed the bronze medal in sledge hockey this afternoon, in a 3-0 score.

Team Canada came back with a vengeance at Shayba Arena after a heartbreaking loss to Team USA on Thursday. They did not allow the Norwegians to dominate the game, even in a scoreless first period.

The game caught fire when forward Brad Bowden scored the first goal 30 seconds into the second period. Canada upped the intensity when Billy Bridges got the second goal during a power play midway through the game. Bridges also scored the final goal during the third period.

Bridges, it should be noted, is the all-time leading point-getter in Canadian sledge hockey.

Canada goal Corbin Watson spent most of the game worry-free, as most of the play occurred near Norway's end of the ice. He finished the game with 10 saves to post the shutout.

Norway's loss today means it is the first time they have failed to medal since sledge hockey was introduced to the Paralympics in 1994. That year it was played in the Norwegian city of Lillehammer.

In other sledge hockey action, the US team won gold in a 1-0 final against the hosts Russia. This makes the US team back-to-back Paralympic champions.

A bittersweet victory to be sure, the Canadian team have no need to feel ashamed. They are a young team with a bright future.

You can watch this game in its entirety below.

Josh Dueck wins Canada's 3rd Gold medal on day 7!

On day seven Josh Dueck won Canada's third gold medal, adding to the silver medal he won earlier in the competition.

Gold Medal
Joshua Dueck for Para-Alpine Skiing. Watch his golden moment below: