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🚨 Senior Game

This Saturday, the Saint John Rapids will take a moment to honour our senior players.

Ben Alchorn
Chase Aldridge
Nate Williams
Ryan Johnston
Zack O’Meara
Ayden McCaustlin
Morgan MacKinnon
Drew Mason
Hudson Scaplen

These men have been far more than athletes in a Rapids jersey. They have been leaders, mentors, teammates, and a driving force behind the growth of our club. Through their commitment, hard work, and passion for the game, they have helped build the Rapids into the dominant and competitive force we are proud to be today 🌊

They showed up for every practice, every battle, and every challenge. They helped set the standard for what it means to wear the Rapids crest with pride, and they have inspired the next generation of players who will follow in their footsteps.

To our seniors: thank you for the countless hours, the sacrifices, the leadership, and the memories. Your impact on this organization goes far beyond the scoresheet, and your legacy will remain a part of the Rapids long after the final whistle.

Join us Saturday as we celebrate and thank these outstanding players for everything they have given to the Saint John Rapids.

🌊 WE DIDN’T COME THIS FAR TO STOP NOW. 🌊

The regular season is over.

The Saint John Rapids are your FIRST PLACE team.

Every practice. Every hit. Every sacrifice. Every battle led us here.

Now… it’s win or go home.

The rest of the league is still fighting to earn the right to face us. We’ll find out our first-round opponent soon, but one thing is already decided…

The road to the championship starts in Saint John.

🏆 Best-of-5 Series
📍 Home-floor advantage belongs to the Rapids
📅 Game 1 begins this Saturday
👊 Opponent: TBD

This isn’t regular-season lacrosse anymore.

This is where legends are made.

This is where every loose ball, every save, every goal, and every roar from the crowd can change a season.

We aren’t chasing first place anymore.

We’re chasing a championship.

So wear your Rapids colours. Fill the stands. Bring the noise.

Ride the Wave. Believe the Wave. Become the Wave. 🌊

Congrats 👏to our Female Rapids on another great season.

This team continues to grow and show they are contenders in the ECWJLL. Finishing 3rd in the league, the team fought to the last seconds in playoffs against the Eastern Shore Breakers.

We want to thank everyone for their support - Coaching staff, volunteers, parents, friends, and fans! We couldn't do it with all of you 💙

We also want to wish the best for our senior players. Once a Rapid, always a Rapid.

Join us at our next home game this Saturday, June 20th at 7:30 as we recognize a special group of players who have helped build the foundation of the Saint John Rapids - Macey Hatfield, Morgan Daley, Kiley Brow and Kat Garland

These seniors have been with us since the beginning, wearing the Rapids jersey with pride and helping to shape the culture and identity of our organization. Their dedication, leadership, and passion for the game will leave a lasting impact on teammates, coaches and the Rapids family.

We are incredibly grateful for everything they have given on and off the floor. Join us as we celebrate these remarkable athletes. Wear blue and be loud!

Once a Rapid, always a Rapid 🌊

This is bigger than a game.

The 2026 Founders Cup is a national event, and we’ve still got limited sponsor opportunities left for businesses ready to show up in a big way.

Email [email protected] to get on board!

Come play by the bay 🌊
📍TD Station, Saint John
🗓️ August 16-22, 2026

Here is our link to register for the Female Making Waves Program.

https://www.rampregistrations.com/a/clinic/default?v3=8ac4c19c&dGd1aWQ1=ODYyMjE0REEtRDRGRS00OTM4LUFFRDgtQkFDQ0EyQ0E1NDMw0

Female Box Lacrosse for U15/U17

Monday Nights starting April 13th
6:30-7:30
Peter Murray Arena

$50 registration fee

All skills levels are welcome.

🥍 Calling All Female Lacrosse Players!

The Saint John Rapids Women’s Team is gearing up for the upcoming ECJLL (East Coast Junior Lacrosse League) season and we’re looking for dedicated athletes to join the squad!

🔥 TRYOUTS – Next 3 Saturdays in March 2:30-4:30
📍 Hampton Community Center

Whether you’re a seasoned player or looking to compete at the next level, this is your chance to represent the Female Saint John Rapids when the ECJLL season kicks off in May!

💥 Fast-paced. Competitive. Team-first.
💥 Train hard, compete harder, and be part of something big.

Grab your gear, bring your hustle, and come show us what you’ve got!

📩 Message us for more details or to confirm your spot.

The Canada Games Council is pleased to congratulate the 2029 Canada Games Host Society on the appointment of Tracy Clinch as Chief Executive Officer and the unveiling of its inaugural Board of Directors.

With an accomplished CEO now in place and a Board drawn from across New Brunswick’s sport, business, government, and community sectors, the Host Society is fully positioned to begin the operational work required to deliver a world-class Games.

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Le Conseil des Jeux du Canada est heureux de féliciter la Société hôtesse des Jeux du Canada 2029 pour la nomination de Tracy Clinch au poste de chef de la direction, ainsi que pour le dévoilement de son premier conseil d’administration.

Avec une PDG accomplie désormais en poste et un conseil composé de représentants des secteurs du sport, des affaires, du gouvernement et de la communauté de partout au Nouveau-Brunswick, la Société hôtesse est pleinement positionnée pour entreprendre le travail opérationnel nécessaire à la réalisation de Jeux de calibre mondial.

🔗 Full Announcement / Annonce complète: https://www.canadagames.ca/news/2029-canada-games-host-society-names-ceo-and-unveils-board-of-directors

ECJLL Announces Massive Western Expansion in Jr B for 2026

The landscape of junior lacrosse in Atlantic Canada is shifting. Today, the East Coast Junior Lacrosse League (ECJLL) officially announces a landmark expansion that will see the Jr B Division circuit double in size, growing from four teams to eight for the upcoming 2026 season.

After being centered primarily in Nova Scotia, the league is heading west to capture the growing passion for the sport across the Maritimes.

A New Era: The Western Division
This move marks the ECJLL’s second expansion in just two years, signaling an unprecedented era of growth for the sport. The 2026 season will see the introduction of a brand-new Western Division within Jr B, featuring four powerhouse communities ready to make their mark on the floor:

• Fredericton, NB
• Moncton, NB
• Saint John, NB
• Prince Edward Island

By establishing a permanent footprint in New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island, the league is creating a true regional identity. This expansion not only reduces travel burdens for new clubs, but also fosters natural, cross-border rivalries that are expected to draw massive crowds.

The Road to the Hamilton Cup
With the Jr B league now split into two four-team conferences, the stakes have never been higher. The ECJLL also unveils a revamped post-season format designed to crown a definitive Maritime champion. At the conclusion of the divisional post season, the top teams from the Eastern and Western Conferences will collide in a high-stakes Championship Weekend for the prestigious Hamilton Cup.
"This isn't just about adding teams; it's about elevating the standard of lacrosse in Atlantic Canada," says league commissioner Brendon Smithson. "Bringing the Hamilton Cup to a neutral-site championship weekend creates the kind of atmosphere these athletes deserve."

2026: The Year of Lacrosse
The 2026 season is shaping up to be the most competitive in the league's history. Fans can expect:

• Increased Talent Pool: More teams mean more roster spots for the region's elite young athletes.
• New Rivalries: Traditional city rivalries from other sports (like the Moncton-Saint John-Fredericton triangle) will finally move onto the turf.
• Greater Visibility: With games spanning three provinces, the ECJLL is now a premier destination for scouts and fans alike.

As the winter months fade, the excitement in the Atlantic lacrosse community is reaching a fever pitch. Whether you're in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick or Prince Edward Island, the road to the Hamilton Cup begins this spring.