The Bandits and the Mighty T’weas played a thrilling ball hockey game on the evening of August 29, 2025, at the BHi Brantford 1. The tightly contested match, part of the exciting semis, was ultimately clinched by the Bandits in a nail-biting shootout conclusion.
In the second period, the crowd cheered as Mitchell Hartman of the Mighty T’weas broke the silence, scoring a spectacular even-strength goal, with Jeremy Hunchak and Scott Riley assisting. However, the Bandits quickly responded with Ryan Court tying the game, thanks to a brilliant assist by Alyssa Smith. The game further heated up as Cody Summers brought the Mighty T’weas back into the lead, only for Ryan Court of the Bandits to score again, making the score 2-2.
Amid the intense back-and-forth, Mitchell Hartman of the Mighty T’weas was served a two-minute penalty for high sticking in the first period, adding to the drama of the game.
In the end, it was Connor Maclean from the Bandits who emerged as the hero of the night. He scored the decisive goal in the shootout, securing victory for the Bandits. The excitement in the venue was palpable as the Bandits celebrated their hard-fought victory.
This game was surely a treat for all ball hockey fans and a fitting highlight of the semis. Both teams put up a great show, but it was the Bandits who had the last laugh on this thrilling August night. Congratulations to the Bandits!