Two of the Red River Rage ringette teams won gold in their playoff games in the Winnipeg Ringette League on March 12.
The U10 team (consisting of players in Grades Three and Four) defeated McDonald 5–4 in an exciting early morning game. Goalie Piper Trippier was recognized as player of the game, as she worked hard to keep the Rage on top. The U10s had also won gold in the Eastman playoffs a few weeks earlier.
“It was a very enjoyable year,” says head coach Kerri Ginter. “I enjoyed watching the girls have fun and develop a love for the sport. We grew as a team and learned a lot along the way. The girls’ new favourite colour is gold!”
The U12 team (consisting of players in Grades Five and Six) also won gold, defeating Dakota 11–4. Entering the playoffs in second place, the U12s proved to be a force to be reckoned with. The girls played their best game of the season. Player of the Game, goalie Rhyan Beardy, pulled out all the stops to keep the Rage in a winning position.
U12 head coach Mel Hall felt the girls were relaxed going into the last game. “I am super proud of this team,” she says. “They are a great group of girls, super easy to coach. We had a remarkable season and I am lucky to have been able to coach them.”
The U14 team (consisting of players in Grades Seven and Eight) also had a great season, but unfortunately they did not medal this year.
