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The Scarborough Ice Raiders U11 AA team put together an unforgettable weekend in Kingston, skating their way to a tournament championship at the Kingston Canadian Tournament Series through grit, belief, and a whole lot of heart. Facing strong competition throughout the weekend, the Raiders showed exactly what it means to play as a team, rising to every challenge and delivering when it mattered most.

Goaltending was a cornerstone of the Ice Raiders’ success, with both goalies delivering outstanding performances all weekend long. Calm, composed, and confident, they made timely saves in key moments, keeping the team in every game and giving the Raiders a chance to push forward when momentum swung. Their consistency and resilience between the pipes set the tone for the group and were instrumental in the team’s deep run.

The playoffs showcased the Ice Raiders at their very best. Trailing in games and facing pressure situations, the team never wavered, displaying incredible resiliency and trust in one another. That determination was on full display with two dramatic overtime victories—first in the semifinal and then again in the championship final—where the Ice Raiders battled until the final whistle to secure the title. It was a championship earned through perseverance, teamwork, and belief, and a weekend this group will remember for a long time.

The 2010 Scarborough Ice Raiders delivered an unforgettable showing at this year’s GTHL A Challenge Cup, powering their way to a flawless 6–0 record and securing the championship in dramatic fashion in a high-stakes rematch of the 2024 A Challenge Cup final against the Toronto Eagles. Showcasing resilience, skill, and true team character, the Ice Raiders battled through three come-from-behind wins, proving that no deficit was too great and no moment too tense for this determined squad. They now sit at an outstanding 23–1 across all games this season.

From the opening faceoff of the tournament to the overtime winner in the championship game, the Ice Raiders demonstrated why they are one of the most exciting teams in their age group. Their ability to stay composed under pressure and elevate their game in crucial moments defined their championship run.

Notable Performances

Several players stood out throughout the tournament, each contributing to the team’s success with grit, heart, and exceptional play:

Benjamin Heffron – Team Captain. Provided a consistent offensive spark, relentless energy, and timely goals in key moments. A true driver of the team’s pace and compete level.

Ethan Ciccanti – A reliable, high-IQ two-way player with the uncanny ability to raise his game in the biggest situations.

Nate Pittman – Delivered strong offensive presence from the blue line and stepped up with key plays throughout the tournament. Scored the winner with 2:00 left in Overtime.

Alexander Tsimidis & Justin Soumvalis – The backbone of the Ice Raiders’ defense, delivering clutch stops and shutdown performances when the team needed them most.

Additional strong contributions came from:
Nathan Baranov, Jared DeLeo, Aaron Takatori-Choi, Dimitri Copsas, Jonathan Linsley, Luke Nippard, Conn Sryja, Dylan Carter, Jesse O'Reilly, and Jarri Nummi, Lucas Mandarino— each playing a crucial role in the team’s depth and tournament success.

A True Team Triumph

With meaningful contributions from every line and every position, the Ice Raiders’ Challenge Cup championship is a testament to their preparation, depth, and belief in one another. Every player embraced their role, supported their teammates, and rose to the occasion under tournament pressure.

Congratulations to the 2010 Scarborough Ice Raiders on their remarkable run and well-earned GTHL A Challenge Cup Championship!

Approved June 19, 2025

SHA Hockey Club Policy: Use of Third-Party Instructors and Skills Coaches

 To ensure consistency, transparency, and compliance with governing regulations, the following policy outlines the requirements and procedures for Teams within the SHA Hockey Club (Scarborough Ice Raiders) when engaging Third Party Instructors and/or Skills Coaches.

1. OHF Registration Requirement

All Third-Party Instructors or Skills Coaches must be registered and approved by the Ontario Hockey Federation (OHF) prior to being contracted by any Team affiliated with the SHA Hockey Club.

2. Club Approval Process

Once OHF approval has been secured, the Team must submit a formal request to the SHA Hockey Club Board of Directors for approval.

• Upon approval, the Third-Party Instructor will be registered with the Club’s Registrar and permitted to work with the Team.
• No engagement may begin until written approval is confirmed by the Club.

3. Conflict of Interest and Tampering Prevention

If a proposed Third-Party Instructor is concurrently registered as a Team Official with another OHF-affiliated organization during the current playing season, the Board of Directors reserves the sole right to approve or deny their involvement with the Team.

• This safeguard is in place to minimize the risk of tampering or inappropriate influence across organizations.

4. Financial Documentation and Receipts

All payments made to approved Third Party Instructors must be supported by official receipts issued on the instructor’s business letterhead.

• These receipts are required for accurate financial reporting and for the Team’s budget to be approved by the Club.

5. Disciplinary Consequences

Failure to comply with any aspect of this policy will result in disciplinary action:

• First Offense: 5-game suspension for the responsible Coaching Staff member.
• Second Offense: Permanent removal of the Coaching Staff member from the SHA Hockey Club program.

For questions or to apply for instructor approval, please contact the SHA Hockey Club Board of Directors.

The S.H.A. Hockey Club (Scarborough Ice Raiders) is a Community based program that is operated on a "not for profit", cost recovery system by volunteer Directors, Coaches, Managers and Trainers. 

This organization prides itself as being totally inclusive, respectful and able to give every playing member and their families an equal opportunity to succeed. This includes any gender, race or any visible or non visible disability that a playing member may have.
Should any person need help obtaining or meeting our organization's goals, please do not hesitate to inform a Coach, Manager or a Director of the S.H.A. Hockey Club. 

As always, I can be reached directly at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and will accommodate any requests regarding these issues.

Ed Wahl 
President 
S.H.A. Hockey Club 
Scarborough Ice Raiders