HARVESTERS REBOUND WITH FOUR-GAME SURGE TO CLIMB CONFERENCE STANDINGS
By Adrianna McGinnis,
After a tough loss in their home opener, the Elmvale Harvesters have bounced back with determination and a renewed offensive spark, stringing together four straight victories to climb into second place in the North Conference. What began as a slow start has quickly transformed into one of the league’s strongest early-season surges.
The turnaround began on November 8 when the Harvesters welcomed the Georgian Bay Applekings to the Elmvale Arena for a highly anticipated local matchup. The hometown crowd was treated to an offensive showcase as Elmvale poured in 11 goals en route to an 11–7 victory. The Will Marshall Insurance Brokers 3 Stars of the Game highlighted top-tier performances from across the ice: 1st Star Jacob Kelly, 2nd Star Jacob Robitaille (GB), and 3rd Star Dylan Palomaki.
The following night, November 9, Elmvale travelled to Minto for a gritty back-and-forth battle against the 81’s. Neither side could pull away as momentum swung repeatedly, forcing the game into overtime. The Harvesters showed poise and resilience, securing a 6–5 OT win. The Will Marshall Insurance Brokers 3 Stars of the Game were led by 1st Star Noah Featherstonhaugh Gowe, with 2nd Star Ryan Young and 3rd Star Austin Pope rounding out the honours.
On November 15, the Harvesters hit the road once again, this time to face the Lucknow Lancers. Elmvale took control and maintained steady pressure throughout the game, ultimately earning a commanding 9–6 win. The Will Marshall Insurance Brokers 3 Stars of the Game recognized another balanced effort with 1st Star Brad Keupfer, 2nd Star Jacob Kelly, and 3rd Star Riley Pitt.
The strong road play continued on November 16 as the Harvesters made a short trip to Shelburne to face the Muskies. Elmvale controlled the game from start to finish, executing a steady, structured performance that resulted in a convincing 4–1 victory, extending their win streak to four straight. The Will Marshall Insurance Brokers 3 Stars of the Game for this matchup featured standout efforts from 1st Star Andrew Best, 2nd Star David Pearce, and 3rd Star Devin Shoreman.
This recent winning stretch has solidified Elmvale’s position near the top of the standings. The team now sits second in the North Conference, trailing only the Saugeen Shores Winterhawks. Offensively, forward #9 Jacob Kelly has been unstoppable, currently leading the entire league with 24 points, a performance that has made him one of the league’s most dynamic and dangerous players. The Harvesters now hold a 6-3-0 record on the season.
Looking ahead, fans will return to the Elmvale Arena on November 23 at 4:30 for a special Youth Night and Teddy Bear Toss. All fans; young and old, are encouraged to wear any team jersey to show their spirit, whether it represents a local sports program, a school team, or an organization they’re proud of. The crowd will also take part in the beloved Teddy Bear Toss by bringing a new or gently used stuffed animal to throw onto the ice after the Harvesters score their first goal, with all collected items donated to local families in need.
After the final buzzer, fans will have the opportunity to meet the players, take photos, and get their programs or merchandise signed, making it a memorable night for supporters of all ages.
With momentum building and the community rallying behind them, the Harvesters look poised to continue their climb as the season unfolds.
Penetang Wins 3 of 4 Remain in 4th Place –Â Submitted by Jamie Robillard, Nov 17, 2025
The Penetang Kings played four games between November 7th and November 16th winning three and losing by one goal in the other game in the Provincial Junior Hockey League. With the three wins the Kings have solidified their possession of fourth place in the Carruthers Division and have moved within two points of the third place Orillia Terriers.
On Friday November 7th on home ice the Kings doubled the score on the Muskoka Bears winning by a 6-3 margin. Lucas Dubois scored two goals for Penetang while Matthew Laframboise, Cole Rumbolt, Wyndam Brownlee and Camron Hutchinson each scored once. Carter Wilson and Caiden Pattenden had three assists each for the Kings. Owen Moreau turned aside 26 shots in the Penetang net. The Kings fired 38 shots on the Bears netminder Kyle Downey. Dubois collected the Kings Canadoor Garage Doors player of the game award.
On Sunday November 9th the Kings made the short trip to Midland and got past the Flyers by a narrow 201 score. Cole Rumbolt and Pattenden scored one goal each for Penetang while Nathan Schaap spoiled Landon Simec’s shutout bid with the Midland tally. Simec was named the Canadoor Garage Door Kings player of the game making 28 saves in the match-up. Penetang fired 25 shots on Flyers netminder Jack Pinder.
The Kings continued their winning ways on Friday November 14th when they shut out the first place Alliston Hornets 3-0. Simec led the team turning aside all 42 shots he faced in goal for the Kings and was again named the Kings Canadoor Garage Door player of the game. Wyndam Brownlee scored twice to lead the Penetang offence with Camron Hutchinson scoring the other Kings marker.
The Kings had a chance to move into a tie in the standing with the Stayner Siskins on Sunday November 16th in Stayner but came out on the short end a 6-5 score. Once again Dubois scored twice for Penetang while Rumbolt, Wilson and Jacob Bundey netted single goals. Penetang peppered Siskin’s goaltender Aiden Jerry with 50 shots while Simec turned aside 27 in the Penetang goal.
Notes: Kings Defenseman, Blake Weicker, was selected to play in the PJHL Prospect Game representing the Carruthers Division on Saturday November 8th in Wingham collecting an assist in the contest.
Alliston continues to lead the division with 28 points in 17 games followed by Stayner with 24 points in 17 outings, Orillia 22 points in just 14 games and Penetang with 20 points in 16 games in fourth place. Midland is in 5th place with 16 points; Muskoka sits 6th with 14 points while Huntsville with 10 points and Innisfil with 9 points round out the standings.
The Kings continue the regular season on Friday November 21st at home when they face off against the Muskoka Bears before travelling to Orillia on November 22nd to meet the Terriers and then are home on Friday November 28th when they play host the Innisfil Spartans followed by another home date on Saturday November 29th against Alliston.