Team BC played Ontario on Thursday evening at the Midget Box Lacrosse Nationals.
Just another lacrosse game? Nope.
Firstly, Ontario is always favoured. Consider this. Based on population alone, Ontario (at 13 million+) could have three lacrosse teams for every one from BC (population 4.5 million).
Do I want some cheese with this ‘whine’?
The point is Ontario is always big, strong, tough, confident and ready to win.
The Iroquois had just beaten Alberta in the late afternoon game setting the stage for BC to get into serious medal contention and relegating Ontario to a bronze finish at best. That alone provided a huge motivation factor for the Ontario team, but it was BC who seemed inspired.
BC hit hard, but weren’t stupid.
BC played strong defence which leads to goals.
BC scored when they had chances to score.
BC played like a team!
In the end, BC won the game 7-4, pulling away in the 3rd period.
FANTASTIC. That’s Be The Best!
I think of Chris often when I watch. He LOVED this game. He loved the passion that it evoked. He loved playing for his local team and club teams, but there was always something special about representing your Province.
As the boys get ready for a showdown at 11:30 this morning (Aug 20), I will be thinking of them.
Depending on the outcome of the late morning game against Alberta, BC will go for gold or bronze later tonight.
The bronze and gold medal games are at 6pm and 8pm.
Have a great day.
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2pm update! Team BC lost a close one with Alberta so they play Ontario for Bronze at 6pm.
Be The Best. 