On January 11th, 2026, the Galaxy and Lions squared off in an edge-of-your-seat ball hockey showdown at the Woodman Park Community Centre. The action was non-stop and full of surprises, as both teams displayed great skill and sportsmanship throughout the match.
The Galaxy began the game with a bang, with Jaze Foster-Clarkson scoring an even strength goal in the 13th minute of the first period. Carter Hamilton quickly followed suit, propelling the Galaxy into a quick 2-0 lead. The Lions roared back, however, with Brayson Longboat and Reid Cole scoring back-to-back goals. By the end of the first period, both teams had traded goals back and forth, leaving the score delicately balanced at 7-6 in favor of the Galaxy.
The second period was just as electric as the first, with the Galaxy expanding their lead. Foster-Clarkson and Xaiver Hycza lead the charge, each scoring twice in the second period. Despite a late surge from the Lions, including a goal from Claire Hall, the Galaxy held on to their hard-fought lead.
At the final whistle, the Galaxy emerged victorious with an impressive 11-7 win. Despite the loss, the Lions put up a valiant fight, providing some thrilling moments and promising signs for their upcoming games. We look forward to seeing what these two teams bring to the rink in their future match-ups!