The ball was flying this sunny morning of August 17, 2025, at the BHi Brantford 2 arena as the excited BDB 30+ faced off against the determined N.E.E in Game 1 of their Best 2 out of 3 Championship Series. This opener was all about skill, strategy, and teamwork, ending with BDB 30+ celebrating a well-earned victory.
The game started off strong with Nathan Feeney of BDB 30+ scoring the first goal, assisted by Brock Staley and Nolan Girard, just 7 minutes in. This set the tone for the rest of the match with BDB 30+ demonstrating their offensive prowess. By the end of Period 2, BDB 30+ had extended their lead with goals from David Locke, Nolan Girard, and Brock Staley.
N.E.E didn’t back down. Nick Delaronde, with assists from Taylor Martin and Mike Montour, made his mark by scoring twice. However, BDB 30+ kept the momentum going with Nathan Feeney and PJ Fulsom adding to the tally, securing their win.
Despite a valiant effort from N.E.E, including a late goal from Mike Montour, the final whistle blew with BDB 30+ standing victorious. The team’s stars shone bright, with standout performances from Nathan Feeney, Nolan Girard, and Brock Staley.
Referees Jacob Gerrard and Amanda Smith did a brilliant job keeping the game fair and exciting. The timekeeper, Olivia Gairns, ensured the game ran smoothly from beginning to end.
Stay tuned for the next match in this exciting championship series, because if it’s anything like today’s game, it’s set to be a thriller!