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CLAX Power Rankings—Week 10 The final weekend of the Canadian Lacrosse League season was an extremely important one. The only club not in action this past week was the already-eliminated-from-playoff-contention Niagara Lockmonsters, while the likes of Durham and Southwest did battle for the third seed, and Barrie and Ohsweken battled for the top seed and home floor throughout the 2015 playoffs. The Barrie Blizzard where able to secure the top…

We are headed to the Canadian Lacrosse League playoffs, and as we do, we have some players who have stepped up their game when needed. Third Star—Dustin Caravello—Barrie Blizzard Dustin Caravello dished out six assists in Barrie’s 17-11 win over Ohsweken on Sunday afternoon. The Orangeville product also chipped in with a goal. Second Star—Thomas Hoggarth—Durham Turfdogs Rookie Thomas Hoggarth netted four goals and an assist to help the Durham…

We are in the stretch run of the Canadian Lacrosse League season and that means teams are making their playoff runs. The Barrie Blizzard are basically in, but there are several different scenarios. First, the games this week include Southwest at Durham and Barrie at Ohsweken. At 2-6, the Niagara Lock Monsters are the only team without a playoff shot. Barrie just needs a win over the Ohsweken Demons to…

Week nine of the Canadian Lacrosse League season saw some balanced restored. As the Ohsweken Demons got revenge on the Durham Turfdogs on Friday night, defeating them by a score of 13-11, while the Barrie Blizzard continue to prove they are the top team in the Canadian Lacrosse League this season, with a 12-8 defeat of the Niagara Lockmonsters. Niagara’s loss to the Blizzard on Sunday, effectively ended their 2015 season, as…

Third Star: John St. John—Durham Turfdogs John St. John was generous on Friday night, dishing out five assists in Durham’s 13-11 loss to Ohsweken. The Ajax, ON native now has five goals and 10 assists for 15 points in five games Second Star: Caleb Wiles—Barrie Blizzard Caleb Wiles netted four goals and chipped in with a pair of assists for six points to help lift the Blizzard to a 12-8…

The Barrie Blizzard have announced the addition of Garrett Billings to the team’s coaching staff. The Toronto Rock standout has committed to act as the team’s offensive coordinator until he is able to reach a new deal with the Toronto Rock of the National Lacrosse League (NLL). “Garrett’s extensive experience is going to be very beneficial for this organization, and our players.” said Rob Blasdell, Barrie Blizzard General Manager. “We…

Week 8 of Canadian Lacrosse League action was certainly an interesting one, as the Durham Turfdogs, who had been struggling as of late, knocked off the powerhouse Ohsweken Demons, while the Barrie Blizzard dropped the last place Niagara Lockmonsters to claim sole possession of first place in the Canadian Lacrosse League. In the last couple weeks Barrie has really emerged as CLAX’s top team, and this past week’s 11-6 domination of the Niagara Lockmonsters proves the…

One thing the Canadian Lacrosse League has had going for it this season is the uniforms. The league debuted some stunning new designs for in-game wear this season, but we want you to decide which one is best. (Photos from our friend Tim Prothero and CLax)                                                …