In Memoriam of Paul Kokelj 25 July 1987 - 1 September 2010
We are deeply saddened by theloss of our friend and team mate Paul Kokelj, who passed away quietly in his sleep Wednesday morning after a courageous battle with cancer. Although his body was failing him, his spirit, faith and compassion continued to help all around him even in his final hours.
Paul played in the BBHL since 2001 and during that time endeared himself to everyone whom he played with. He was the consummate team mate, a fierce competitor and a friend both on and off the floor. Always selfless in his play and demeanour, Paul played at an elite level, competing with the Xtreme team at the Provincial and National levels. He travelled to the Men’s Nationals in Calgary in 2005 (as an 18 year old and the youngest player in the tournament) and then again to Saint John, NB in 2007. He also helped lead the Xtreme Junior team to a Bronze Medal in the 2006 Nationals.
On behalf of the entire BBHL family, we would like to extend our deepest sympathies to his family, especially his parents, Andrew and Emma, brother Thomas, and sister Maria.
2010 NATIONALS RESULTS KITCHENER/ WATERLOO, July 29 to Aug 1st:
U17's gain the BBHL's First Jr National Silver Medal. U19's Lose a very tight match to Penetang 5-4 in OT, for the Bronze Medal. Check out the Nationals Section of ballhockey.net for more details on the Nationals
in OT, facing a horrible call for a penalty shot call that was scored...
The U14 Girls played well and had fun!
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Penetang
P E E W E E AA
U16 G I R L S
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3
1
Brampton
Xtreme
0
0
Penetang
Xtreme
2
2
Withrow Pk
Xtreme
2
0
Kitchener
Xtreme
4
1
Belleville
Xtreme
0
6
Oshawa
AA SEMI'S
SEMI'S
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Xtreme
8
0
Penetang
Xtreme
0
1
Penetang
AA FINAL (in OT)
Lost a nial-biter to Rival Penetang that could have been anyone's game...
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Belleville
Another GOLD for the Xtreme!! After a bit of a slow start, the team really picked up steam and played their hearts out! Well deserved TEAM!!
P E E W E E BB
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Xtreme
1
6
Mississauga
Xtreme
5
2
Vaughan
Xtreme
1
1
Cambridge
CC SEMI'S
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Xtreme
3
0
Withrow
CC FINAL
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6
1
Oshawa
CC Gold for our late-entry team that had barely 1 practice together... Way to go Guys!
TYKE AA
U12 G I R L S
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Xtreme
3
2
Kingston
Xtreme
2
0
Penetang
Xtreme
3
2
Kit-Waterloo
Xtreme
1
0
Kitchener
Xtreme
6
1
Penetang
Xtreme
0
4
Elgin-Middlesex
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SEMI'S
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5
1
Penetang
Xtreme
2
0
Elgin-Middlesex
AA FINAL
FINAL
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2
1
Belleville
Xtreme
2
1
Cambridge
Our mighty Tykes battled for wins in the Round Robin division play to earn a semi again Neighbouring rival Penetang where thy prove themselves again, only to face a tougher competitor with Belleville. Our Xtreme tykes played hard and never gave up and won AA GOLD in a nail-biter final!! TOTALLY AWESOME EVERYONE!
With our growing Girls enrollment, it showed very well at the GIRLS U12 Provincials, with the team spurred on by Coach Ron's hair-shave promises, the team came back after losing to Elgin-Middlesex in the preliminary round to face them in the semi's and battle hard for the win and date with destiny for the GOLD medal game and win that game too! FANTASTIC JOB GIRLS!!!
NOVICE AA
NOVICE BB
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Xtreme
6
0
Kit-Waterloo
Xtreme
2
3
Vaughan
Xtreme
6
0
Penetang
Xtreme
8
0
London
Xtreme
6
0
Belleville
Xtreme
7
0
Kingston
AA SEMI'S
B SEMI'S
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Xtreme
6
0
Oshawa
Xtreme
4
2
Kingston
AA FINAL
B FINAL
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Xtreme
5
0
Brampton
Xtreme
0
4
Belleville
Was this team in the wrong division? Holy cow! Outscoring opponents 29-0 in 5 games for NOVICE AA GOLD Supremecy! This was an amazing tourney result for a great group of players, coaches and parents! Way to go everyone!! NICE HAIR-SHAVE GUYS!
Our Second-entry Novice BB's showed very well, winning their division, but falling the BB Quarters to a tough Cambridge team and advanced to the B semi's versus Kingston, where they came back to advance to the B Finals vs. Belleville and capture SILVER! Awesome work team!
B A N T A M AA
J U N I O R AA
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4
0
Oshawa
Xtreme
6
0
London
Xtreme
3
0
Kit-Waterloo
Xtreme
2
0
North York
Xtreme
1
1
Penetang
Xtreme
0
2
Barrie
AA SEMI'S
AA SEMI'S
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Xtreme
3
1
Barrie
AA FINAL
AA FINAL
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2
4
Penetang
Xtreme
0
4
Belleville
Xtreme Bantam AA's finish very strong and were up 2-1 going into the final period, but were not able to hold on for the Gold and earn a very respectable Silver and a seat at the Nationals again next year!
After a very tough revenge match versus Barrie in the Semi's, our Xtreme Junior AA's were over-tired and out gunned for the finals. THe team played with the BBHL's text-book class and earned a SIlver and a seat at the Nationals again next year!
B A N T A M BB
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1
3
Kingston
Xtreme
1
1
Cambridge
Xtreme
2
4
North York
Our Xtreme Bantam BB's had the unlucky draw of being in the toughest division, but Competed very well in every game! Way to go guys (and girl)!!
Team Canada U16's Capture Gold... Again! BBHL's contingent were well represented! Brendan Fetting scores OT Winner to capture the Gold. Justin Maiolino clinches MVP of the Tournament! Strong play and production from Zach Skubnik and Cameron Nicoll help pave the way, all under the leadership of U16 Head Coach Carlo Carlucci, and GM Steve Dockerty!! Congrats to the Players, families and Team Officials from all the Ball Hockey Centres across the Nation!
U18's Kory Brown and Matt Carlucci bring home Silver as they roll through the tournament winning every game... yet lose a heartbreaker against Slovakia 3-2 in OT for the Gold Medal Game... Both Kory and Matt did the BBHL Proud! Way to go guys!
"It's official - Girls league convenor Mike Jerry drops the ball to officially kick off the girls division of the BBHL. Representing each of the teams in the new division are from left, Katie-Lynn Nieleszeruk, Melissa Archibald, Hope Mitchell and Mardi Jerry." -Sports Review
The BBHL had 10 Players who went to the World Championships this year! Congratulations go to: U16 GOLD Medalists: Brendan Fetting, Justin Maiolino, Cameron Nicoll, Zach Skubnik U18 SILVER Medalists: Kory Brown, Matt Carlucci U20 GOLD Medalists: Randy Cox, Pat McCarron, Dan Stamcos, and Matt Stuart! Click Picture below to view full size: Top (L-R): Pat McCarron, Randy Cox, Kory Brown, Dan Stamcos, Matt Stuart Bottom (L-R): Zach Skubnik, Matthew Carlucci, Brendan Fetting, Justin Maiolino, Cameron Nicoll
The BBHL will be sending our XTREME teams again to the Nationals this year! This time all 3 age groups, U15, U17 and U19 will be represented!!
Ball Hockey is an organized form of the great game we grew up playing on the street. It is an energetic game played with a plastic ball, instead of puck, on a rink with no ice. There is NO body contact - it is just for fun! It is excellent for developing stamina, coordination and encourages team play. It's great "dry land" training for those ice hockey players wishing to keep fit during the off season, while developing passing, stick handling shooting and play-making skills. Affiliation with the Ontario Ball Hockey Association (OBHA) leads to exciting tournaments against the best in the province.
In Memoriam:
Kevin Lord 16 April 1986 - 29 April 2006"Strength and Courage to Live Strong’’ The 4th Annual Kevin Lord Memorial Fundraiser was Sat. May 8th, 2010
On April 29th, 2006 one of Beeton’s most skilled and noted Ball Hockey Players, Kevin Lord passed away after a courageous battle against cancer. Kevin was a dedicated player, team mate and friend to many in the organization and was involved in playing, coaching and refereeing throughout the years. He set the bench mark for participation, dedication and sportsmanship. Kevin was involved in every level of the league at one time or another. He played as a minor, coached both the minors and the women’s team, refereed in minor and women’s league, and played a big role in helping the men’s team reach the Nationals. His smile, competitive spirit and contribution will be truly missed….but his memory will be with us always.
Some of his many accomplishments include:
1999 Beeton Ball Hockey Peewee A Finalist (first medal for Beeton Ball Hockey)
2002 Gold Medalist - Canadian Junior Championship held in St John's, Newfoundland
2003 Silver Medalist - Canadian Junior Championship held in Mississauga, Ontario
2004 Silver Medalist - Canadian Junior Championship held in Edmonton, Alberta
2004 Bronze Medalist – World Junior Championship held in Slovakia
2005 Bronze Medalist – Canadian Junior Championship held in Charlottetown, PEI
2005 MVP – National Qualifier for Canadian Men’s Championship
2006 Participant – Canadian Men’s Championship held in Calgary, Alberta
