Dresden bank to become new youth and community hub
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Preds win Silver Stick
December 18, 2025
The Independent
Lambton Shores Predators start the celebration after winning the under-13 B tier-one championship at the regional Silver Stick in Watford on the weekend.
The Preds defeated Sarnia, 3-2 in the final with the overtime winner coming eight minutes into the extra period.
After going 1-1 in pool play, Lambton Shores beat Mooretown and South Huron on its way to the championship game. Sarnia defeated Petrolia 4-3 in the semi-finals.
In the tier-two playoffs, Mt. Brydges doubled East Lambton 4-2 in the semi-finals. The under-15 teams take over Watford beginning Thursday.
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