Vermilion Lacrosse Teams Make Their Mark At Provincials

It was a weekend to remember for the Vermilion Roar lacrosse program as both the U13 and U15 teams traveled to Calgary to compete in the Alberta Provincial Championships held July 11 to 13. With only five leagues across Alberta and each league sending its top team, just qualifying for Provincials was a major achievement. The Roar not only earned their spot, they made the most of it.

The U13 Roar delivered an impressive performance throughout the tournament, battling through a series of hard-fought games to reach the bronze medal final. In a dramatic matchup against the Red Deer Chiefs, the game went into overtime, with the Roar narrowly falling short in a nail-biting finish. They placed fourth overall, just off the podium, but were widely praised by coaches and fans for their tenacity, skill, and growth over the season.

Meanwhile, the U15 Roar made a powerful impression in Calgary, stringing together a series of dominant performances en route to the gold medal final. Facing the Olds Stingers in a fast-paced and fiercely contested championship game, the Roar came away with a silver medal, a significant milestone that capped off a remarkable season.

The Provincials marked a high point for both teams and underscored the strength of the Roar lacrosse program, one grounded in hard work, sportsmanship, and a passion for the game.

Adding to the celebration, three Vermilion Roar athletes were selected to compete in the Prairie Cup in Brandon, Manitoba, held July 18 to 20. This elite tournament brings together top talent from Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Vermilion’s U13 players Blake Betz (female) and Kingston Brodbin (male) both earned silver medals with their respective teams, while Harper Matthews, competing at the U17 level, took home a bronze.

As the lacrosse season winds down, these accomplishments have left the Roar with momentum and pride, and have laid the foundation for continued success. One thing is clear: the future of lacrosse in Vermilion is bright.