EPH Tools Trophy winner – Team Zamboni Drivers pose at The Ferndale/Lion’s Head and District Lions Club Hockey Tournament held over March Break. Twelve teams competed in three divisions. The tournament, which has been a staple in the community for years, was well-organized and well-attended, with the support of about fifty local merchants and businesses who sponsored trophies and prizes.

Submitted by Tom Boyle, Secretary, Ferndale/Lion’s Head and District Lions Club 

March 13, 2023 – Lion’s Head, ON: The Ferndale/Lion’s Head and District Lions Club Hockey Tournament returned with a bang this year, after being suddenly cancelled since 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The annual event, held over March Break, saw twelve teams compete in three divisions, with the support of the Lions Club members and local businesses.

L-R: Lion President Wes Bailey presents the Best Goalie Trophy to winner Kevin Furgal.

The tournament, which has been a staple in the community for years, was once again well-organized and well-attended, with the support of about fifty local merchants and businesses who sponsored trophies and prizes. The Heat n’ Eat Meal Co. also provided steaks for the popular meat draw raffle.

Lion President Wes Bailey chats with future tournament players.

“The Ferndale/Lion’s Head and District Lions Club Hockey Tournament is a much-anticipated event in our community, and we’re thrilled to have it back,” said Lions Club member Wes Bailey, Club President and Co-Chair of the event . “It’s a great opportunity for local hockey players and their families to come together and enjoy the sport, and we’re grateful for the long time support of everyone involved.”

The tournament was split into three divisions, with teams competing over three days for the top prize trophy in each. The games were competitive and exciting, with many close matches and impressive performances from the players.


Lion Delbert Richardson (far left) distributes prizes to the division winners. Everyone is a winner this weekend. 

The Division trophy winners:

• Rydall Contracting Trophy – Harbour Cats

• Walsh’s Garage Trophy – Mielhausens

• EPH Tools Trophy – Zamboni Drivers

• Best Goalie Trophy – Kevin Furgal

• Fair Play Trophy – Bridges


Walsh’s Garage Trophy winner – Team Mielhausens.

“We were thrilled to see such a great turnout and so much support from the community for this year’s tournament,” said Lions Club member Rick Shearer who organized the teams. “We’d like to extend our thanks to all the participants, supporters, and sponsors who made this year’s event such a success.”

Rydall Contracting Trophy winner – Team Harbour Cats.

The Ferndale/Lion’s Head and District Lions Club Hockey Tournament is a highlight of the local community, and its return after the pandemic shutdown is welcome. The Lions Club looks forward to continuing the tradition for many years to come. Proceeds from the tournament will be dedicated to various community needs.

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