Team Play propels the Waxers to the South Division Final

From www.markhamwaxers.ca
The Waxers have come together as a team to win two postseason match-ups. In the first round the Waxers faced the Dixie Beehives. Solid performances from all team members enabled the Waxers to take Dixie in three straight.
In the second round the Waxers went to work against a tough opponent from Vaughan. During the regular season the two teams were only a goal apart in all games. The Vipers added to their season roster at or near the trading deadline and very much a veteran team. Anchored by former Waxer midget Kori Coelho in goal they presented a daunting challenge for the Waxers. The Waxers added a few parts of their own at the trading deadline.
Vaughan finished second in the standing and received a first round “bye”. Most of the “hockey pundits” picked Vaughan to win a close series. The Waxers were focused however, and their team play and determination surprised and overcame the squad from Vaughan. Every player contributed to a Waxer victory. The final and fourth game was won Friday night at the “under construction for three years” Markham Centennial Arena with many Minor Waxers on hand; this was the Waxers Minor Hockey Night. The supporters overcame a nasty wintry night to come and support the Waxers.
At the game end the Viper players and management demonstrated class and showed the young Minor Hockey players that once competition ends appreciation and respect for your opponents is a must. The game was lost and with their season over the Vipers lined-up to congratulate the Waxers. Daniel Agozzino who was ejected from the game in the middle of the third period donned his jersey and skated with the rest of the team to demonstrate his appreciation for his opponents. The Vipers extended their congratulations to Waxers bench staff as well. True Class, and Al Doria should be congratulated.
The Waxers and the rest of the league will miss Frank Carnevale and his fiery and combative disposition next year. Frank announced his retirement and no doubt, will spend more time enjoying his son’s play. Good Luck Frank.

Car Slams Into Hydro Pole

York Regional Police have charged a 32-year-old man from Toronto with dangerous driving, after his car crashed into a hydro pole early yesterday morning.
The incident occurred around 2am, Tuesday, on Warden Avenue near Denison Street. Parts of Warden were closed down for the majority of the day as Police conducted their investigation.
The driver suffered minor injuries, while his passenger, a 33-year-old male, was taken to hospital with critical injuries.
Anyone with information on the crash is asked to call police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7703, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS or leave a tip at www.1800222tips.com.

- Eric Rosenhek

Sports Report

MLB Pre-Season: Toronto 6 Cleveland 2

Today/Tonight

NHL: Toronto vs. New Jersey; 7:30pm, Air Canada Centre

NBA: Toronto at Orlando; 7:00pm

MLB Pre-Season: Toronto vs. NY Yankees; 1:05pm, Dunedin FLA

OHL: Oshawa at Windsor; 7:05pm

OPJHL Playoffs: Stouffville at Huntsville; 7:30pm (Series tied 3-3)

- Eric Rosenhek