The Igloo Hockey Festival 2024, hosted by the GCC Hockey Club and proudly sponsored by Igloo Ice Cream, has come to a triumphant close after a weekend filled with thrilling hockey action, community spirit, and unforgettable memories concluded on September 1.
Saints’ senior men and women claimed their senior category after overcoming Pepsi Hikers Men and Rebels in their respective finals on Sunday at the GCC artificial pitch at the Bourda ground, with both games being decided with strikes from the spot.
Clayza Bobb (Saints), along with teammate Shakeem Fausette, copped the Most Valuable Player award in the women’s category while Raoul Whittaker from SHC Conquerors and Sarah Henry from Saints took home the Best Goalkeeper award in their respective categories.
In the U21 Category, YMCA, OFHC Young Boyz prevailed over their competition forcing SHC Conquerors into second place followed by SHC Steam in third place while for individual accolades Anthony Harry (GCC Pitbulls) was deemed the Most Valuable Player and Whittaker copped the Best Goalkeeper award.
The U14 mixed category saw SHC Scorchers emerge victorious, pushing SHC Slayers into second place and HHC School Tek We into third. Jaron Isadore of the SHC Slayers and Keitanna Percival of the YMCA OFHC Gladiators were named the Most Valuable Player for the males and females, respectively.
SHC Legends took first place in the U17 Boys category, while SHC Sigmas and YMCA OFHC Bob Squad finished second and third respectively. Aaron Abrahams of the SHC Sigmas was named Most Valuable Player, and Matthew Smith of the YMCA OFHC Bob Squad was named Best Goalkeeper.
SHC Sensations with their ability to convert shots finished first ahead of GCC Her-Ricanes in second place and YMCA OFHC Stars in third place, with Makayla Poole from SHC Sensations declared Most Valuable Player and Shania Dehnert from GCC Her-Ricanes, the Best Goalkeeper.
Saints, with their ability to score goals, finished first ahead of GCC Spartans in second place, and also took home the individual accolades as Clayza Bobb was the Most Valuable Player and Sarah Harry secured the Best Goalkeeper award.
From Friday, August 30, to Sunday, September 1, the Festival brought together teams from across the region for a series of highly-competitive matches. Fans were treated to an extraordinary display of talent and sportsmanship as players of all ages and skill levels competed for glory.
The Festival was deemed more than just a tournament; it was a celebration of hockey and community. Families, friends, and fans gathered to enjoy the matches, participate in fun activities, and savour the delicious treats provided by Igloo Ice Cream.
Each club participating in the Festival had its moment of triumph, with standout performances from both seasoned players and rising stars. These victories highlight the depth of talent within the participating clubs and the high level of competition that defined this year’s Festival.
The organiser thanked the title sponsor, Igloo Ice Cream, whose support made this event possible. Their commitment to fostering community and sportsmanship has been invaluable, and their presence at the Festival provided a delightful treat for all attendees. The Festival would not have been the same without their generous support.
The GCC Hockey Club is dedicated to promoting hockey in the region, providing opportunities for players of all levels to participate and improve their skills. The club regularly hosts tournaments and events to foster community spirit and love for the game.
