CondolencesDecember 17, 2008 We had the honor and the pleasure to knowing Cody and were very sorry to hear about his passing. The Jr. 'A' Timbermen wish to extend our sympathies to the Ainey family and friends; you are in our thoughts and prayers. NLL Insider Poll ResultsAugust 30, 2008 Click this link to see the fans final votes. Congratulations to Cody Bremner for being voted as Canada'a Top Jr. "A" Rookie of the Year. Colton Clark was a close second in the National balloting. Congratulations to both Nanaimo Jr. A Timbermen players. Summer Slam Success for TimbermenAugust 24, 2008 Russ Thomas, Jon Diplock, Kevin Lohr, Ryan Dietterle, Nick Agius, Morgan Mitchell and Curt Brown from the Junior Timbermen joined forces with members of the Under 19 Pacific Rim Field Lacrosse Association; those members are: Trevor Gains, Brandon Gains, Jon Browning, Glenn Foley and Cody Boon. Doug White from the Masters team (Victoria Guzzlers) did double duty for both the Pacific Rim/Timbermen squad and the Masters Division Guzzlers. Facing Team 'Blown Potential', the squad put up some impressive numbers defeating the Senior aged players by the score of 8-1. Saturday morning, tehy faced the Pacific Northwest Champion Team Kavu, leading 4-1 at halftime, the squad maintained thier composure but could not hold off the quick and potent attack of the Kavu team, eventually losing 8-6. Later that afternoon, they faced Team Victoria and needed a victory to advance to the semi-final round. They played hard for the two 20 minute halves and held the Victoria team at bay for the remainder of their game and defeated them 7-5 to advance to the semi's. Their opponent on Sunday morning was a formidable one. Facing Team Sweep; comprised of the Victoria Senior 'A' Shamrocks, our team was winning at halftime 4-3 but could not hold the likes of Lewis Ratcliff, Ryder Bateman and Curt Morwick for the entire second half, losing to the eventually tournament Champions by a score of 9-6. Summer Slam Field TournamentAugust 21, 2008 To keep their stick skills and athleticism up, they have joined up with players from the Pacific Rim Under 19 Field Lacrosse Association and have entered into the 2008 Victoria Summer Slam Field Lacrosse Tournament; hosted by Victoria's Summer Slam Committee. They've been entered into the Men's Elite Division which is comprised of players and teams from Nanaimo, Victoria, Vancouver and the Pacific Northwest, USA. Visit www.victoriasummerslamlacrosse.com for the game schedules and events. Members playing are: Brent Curry, Jon Diplock, Kevin Lohr, Ryan Forslund, Nick Agius, Matt Maughan, Russ Thomas, Morgan Mitchell, Ryan Dietterle, Joel Pelletier, Andrew Kelly and Curt Brown. NLL Insider PollAugust 14, 2008 Click this link to see the fans final votes. Congratulations to Colton Clark and Cody Bremner for being nominated as National Junior 'A' Lacrosse Player "Rookie of the Year". Camp CancelledAugust 5, 2008 Unfortunately due to the fabulous weather, we have had minimal players register. It is at this time that the Nanaimo Intermediate and Junior 'A' Timbermen are advising you that we are cancelling the event to be held this weekend. The new date will be early in 2009. Jr. Timbermen Power PollsJuly 28, 2008 Visit the 'Polls Section' of the website by hovering on the "Home" button in the navigation area and click on the appropriate poll. Only 1 selection per day is allowed.
BCJrALL Announces Award WinnersJuly 24, 2008 The award winners are as followed: LEADING SCORER Jr. Timbermen Fall ShortJuly 21, 2008 The Salmonbellies came in to the Harbour City with a 2-1 lead and the determination to end the series in four games. The Timbermen were looking to tie the series at 2 and force a 5th and deciding game but that would not happen on this day. Taking a commanding 5-1 lead into the 2nd, it was a mountain that the hometown Timbermen could not climb for the 2nd day in as many contests. The 'Bellies won the 2nd period 2-0 and had a 7-1 lead after two periods; the game wasn't out of reach but proved to much for the young T-Men. The final score was 9-2 and marked the end of another positive season for the 4 year old franchise. In the first year, the Timbermen finished with an 0-21 record, year two they got their first victory and ended with a 2-19 record. Year 3, the Timbermen finished at 5-16 and made the playoffs for the first time. This season; their record was 7-14, made the playoffs and tallied a victory on the road. All steps to becoming a promising franchise. The Jr. A Timbermen would like to thank their 2008 sponsors and the lacrosse fans of Nanaimo for their support as attendance increased dramatically in the 2008 season; something the team needs in hopes to build a stong relationship with the surrounding lacrosse communities as it prepares now for the 2009 campaign and a possible bid to host the 2010 Canadian National Junior "A" Championship (Minto Cup). First Playoff Victory for Timbermen's Record BooksBCJr.ALL Game Write-Up: Timbermen Raise Stakes: by Jen MutasJuly 19, 2008 The Timbermen traveled to Queens Park and opened up a 1-0 lead after 7 minutes gone in the first period. New West answered back with 4 straight goals over 4 minutes to take a 4-1 lead. The T-Men needed a momentum shift and switched goalies; and the Timbermen came back with under a minute to go to cut the lead to 4-2 but the home team scored 20 seconds later to re-establish a 3 goal lead, 5-2. Down by 3, the Timbermen came out focused for the 2nd period as they took better shots and made the best of opportunities by scoring on approximately 25% of thier shots and shut out the Salmonbellies in the middle frame 4-0. The 2nd is traditionally the hardest period for the T-Men and with the effort they put forth in the second, the team carried all that momentum into the 3rd. Ryan Forslund began the third period with a great cut through the middle to beat the New West 'keeper and take a 2 goal lead. New West came right back to take it to one goal and both teams traded until the home team tied the game at 8 goals a piece. The game got tighter after that but with about 5 minutes left in the tie game, game standout Colton Clark buried his 5th of the game to put the visiting Timbermen up 9-8. New West pulled their goalie for an extra attacker for about 90 seconds but still couldn't penetrate Nanaimo's 'heart'. Robbie Pierson played stellar ball when called upon. After a couple of saves, a loose ball ensued near centre and before a Salmonbellie player could leave the floor in exchange for the 'keeper, Russ Thomas picked up the ball and outran the New West goalie to the 24' dotted line and buried the ball into the open net to seal the 10-8 victory. Next up is Game #4; Sunday July 20th, at 5:00pm at the Frank Crane Arena. Experience the Key!July 14, 2008 The Timbermen led the majority of both the first and second periods of play but it was the beginning of the third period that sank the T-Men this date. Allowing 3 unanswered goals to start the 3rd perid, the Timbermen fell behind 8-6 and couldn't surmount a comeback. A good outing for the young and budding Timbermen squad but the playoff inexperience did show... just for a few minutes. Leading Nanaimo was Cody Bremner (3g, 3a), Jon Diplock (1g, 2a) and Joel Pelletier (1g, 1a); singles from Kevin Lohr, Ryan Forslund and Ryan Dietterle rounded out the Timbermen scoring. Next game for the Timbermen will be Saturday July 19th at 5:00pm as they travel the Strait of Georgia to visit Queens Park Arena. Your Timbermen will look to extend the series to another game; with a victory Saturday, Game #4 will be Sunday July 20th at 5:00pm at the Frank Crane Arena. Fish Swim Away with Game #1July 13, 2008 The Timbermen travelled to Queens Park yesterday to play the fish; what they found was, an arena of sharks. Nananimo's Brent Curry received a questionable 4 minute backchecking penalty to start the 2nd period but the rag team responded by putting 2 by the New West 'keeper, killing off the penalty and causing them to call a time-out to regroup. They did so by responding with 2 of their own and keeping the period tied at 6 to 6; the end of two periods being 12-7. It appeared that Nanaimo's starting off slow had been turned about and they were back into 'playoff' mode but the chain on the saw came off and the 'Bellies responded with 4 more goals in the 3rd to cap off a 16-7 score for Game #1. Next up is Game #2; today, at 5:00pm at the NIC. This will be the last game in this venue for the Timbermen this season. More games being required will take place at the Frank Crane Arena. Playoff Opponent SetJuly 10, 2008 The Salmonbellies will host your Timbermen on Saturday July 12th at the Queens Park Arena at 4:00pm. As always, the 'Bellies will not try to be hospitable hosts, nor will the Timbermen care to roll over for the 3rd place BCJrALL finishers. On Sunday, the Timbemren will return home to face the same New West squad in the last home game at the NIC for 2008. Game time will be 5:00pm. This day will be 'FAN APPRECIATION DAY' where after the game, fans can get autographs from your 2008 Nanaimo Jr. A Timbermen. The floor will be opened up to you, the fans; players will return to the floor in jersey to sign autographs. Close but no VictoriesJuly 6, 2008 The Shamrocks came to town on Friday night and were welcomed by a near packed house as the home team jumped out to a 2-0 lead early in the game. Victoria tied it up later in the period and took a 2 goal lead into the 3rd, 6-4. The Timbermen would not lay down as they tied the game 6-6. Victoria snuck ahead 8-6 before each team got one more to end the game 9-7. On Saturday, the Timbermen visited the 'Bog in Burnaby' and tried to keep up the same intensity throughout the entire game. The Lakers slowed the play down whenever they could and took the first period 3-2. The Timbermen kept up the pressure in the 2nd period and tied the game 4-4. The Lakers slowly crept ahead in the 3rd and the Timbermen just couldn't muster any more goals. Final score was 6-4 for the Lakers. Timbermen Involved in Deadline DealsJune 30, 2008 Tanner is a 3rd and final year veteran of the BCJr.ALL and a great left handed defender. His leadership on and off the floor, and his passion for the game of lacrosse and his playing ability will assist the Timbermen during their second straight playoff run. Lemire will suit up for the T-Men in their home game against their Island rivals, Victoria Shamrocks. Next home game is Friday July 4th at the NIC as the Timbermen face the Victoria Shamrocks at 8:00pm. This night will be 'theme night'. The theme is "Hawaain Beach Night"; all fans are asked to come wearing shorts, sandals and Hawaiian shirts, Beach shirts will be acceptable. More details to follow. Playoff Bound!June 29, 2008 The Timbermen came out strong carrying a 5-2 margin over the host Saints but it was the Saints whom prevailed with a 10-8 victory, securing a 'no lower' than 5th place finish and a possible playoff match-up with the Burnaby Lakers. The Timbermen on the other hand, now had to travel home to face the constant nemisis, South Fraser Stickmen. Nanaimo came out 'guns a blazin' with Colton Clark firing the first 3 Timbermen goals past Graham Chandler. With a 5-3 first period lead, it was evident to S.F. that they had to come out hard. The Stickemen did just that and caught the hosts with their guards down as they scored 4 straight goals to make Nanaimo change goalies for a momentum change; after doing so the Stickmen scored quickly to make the score 7-5, Stickmen. The Timbermen dug down deep to eliminate the 2 goal deficit and take an 8-7 lead into the third. Action went back and forth and it was 11-10 Timbermen with just over a minute left when South Fraser tied the game after going 6 on 5. A 10 minute Overtime ensued and Jon Diplock put the home team ahead 12-11. Frantically, the Stickmen tried to surmount a comeback again but the Timbermen wouldn't allow them another opportunity. Colton Clark ragged the ball for most of the 30 second shot clock and with S.F. putting on extra pressure with their 'tender pulled, Clark found Bremner for the empty net goal with just seconds remaining. Final score 13-11 and the Timbermen again take 6th place and enter the playoffs again, awaiting two games left in their season. Next home game is Friday July 4th at the NIC as the Timbermen face the Victoria Shamrocks at 8:00pm. This night will be 'theme night and fan appreciation night'. The theme is "Hawaain Beach Night"; all fans are asked to come wearing shorts, sandals and Hawaiian shirts, Beach shirts will be acceptable. More details to follow. Weekend SplitJune 23, 2008 Starting out slow, the 'Loggers' could not manage a fast exit from their own end but did manage to outshoot the host Delta club. Unfortunately, the visitors could not put any of their 28 shots past the Islanders Scott Lowe and the Timbermen found themselves down 3-0 at the end of the first period. In the second period, the Islanders were thwarted on the dismall 5 shots on goal that they had; the Timbermen absolutely controlled the second period of play and dominated that period with Bremner scoring twice and Forslund and Clark getting singles. Sam Corcoran was in net and was playing particularly well throughout this contest. End of two periods; 4-3 for the visiting Timbermen. Delta came alive in the third, outshooting the visitors 19-12 but managed only a 2-2 tie in the final frame as the visitors finished the game with a 6-5 victory and a 2-1 season series lead; pivotal now that both teams are fighting with Port Coquitlam for the 5th and 6th playoff spots. Game two of the weekend had the Timbermen in Coquitlam. Coming off a win in Delta, Nanaimo came out very quick and equalled the shots that the Adanacs offered. Diplock opened the scoring shorthanded as Wray sat in the sin bin for high sticking. That seemed to motivate the home team as they poured in 4 straight goals, 2 on the powerplay as the visitors fell behind 4-1 after one period. The Adanacs got 2 goals in the second period and shut out the visiting Nanaimo squad as neither team could gain a strong hold of the game. Lewis and Dickie were playing superb for their respective teams but it was the A's that managed to ripple the twine. Nanaimo got on track in the third scoring three but couldn't get enough horsepower to knock down the deficit enough. Final score; Adanacs 8 - Timbermen 4. Next game is June 28th in Port Coquitlam against the Saints. Next home game is Sunday June 29th versus the troublesome South Fraser Stickmen. Game time is 5:00pm at the NIC. T-Men; Their Own Worst EnemyJune 11, 2008 After an injury riddled start to the season, the Timbermen have shown signs of improvement and can play with the league powerhouses but consistency has been their downfall. With games in Delta on Saturday and against Port Coquitlam on Sunday at home; now is when the Timbermen need to 'Sharpen their chains' and 'Ready their Axes' so to speak, to make the late season push up the standings. Timbermen Defeat 'Bellies on the RoadMay 31, 2008 New West opened the scoring but it was quickly countered 2 shifts later with Forslund getting a loose ball at the side of the net for a one-timer. Bremner followed that with 2 goals to end the period with the T-Men holding a 3-1 lead. The 2nd period, Dietterle stood in front untouched for the slam dunk goal and then got another his next shift. New West pulled Tessarolo for Hodgkinson at that point. Thomas pulled the T-Men away even further with an outside shot over Hodgkinson before New West got their 2nd of the period to make the score 6-3 after two periods. The 'Bellies scored just 23 seconds into the 3rd period but that would all they could muster as the Timbermen's Dickie shut the door for the remainder of the period. New West pulling their keeper for an extra attacker backfired as Kelly scooped a loose ball and ran to centre before 1 bouncing his shot into an open net. Bremner (his 3rd of the night) and Pelletier added insurance goals to close out the game and give the visitors a huge win. The Timbermen are slowly getting their roster back to 100%. A few players are still injured or have been out of the line-up for one reason or another but they have turned a corner in this franchises short history. The teams 'new found' insurgence of energy and philosophy; the Timbermen have found their niche. The next game for the Timbermen is 5:00pm today at the Nanaimo Ice Centre as they face the Delta Islanders. 'Nacs Shocked but Not BeatenMay 26, 2008 The first period saw action at both ends and both 'keepers keeping the opposition at bay. Nanaimo killed off 3 minutes of a 4 minute back-checking penalty only to have a powerplay marker go past a screened Corcoran. The visiting T-Men countered with a Pelletier powerplay goal of his own to finish the first period in a 1-1 tie. Nanaimo missed a check, miscommunicated on the chaser team and found themselves in a mismatch of size on another Coquitlam possession with each resulting in an Adanac goal. Matt Wray replied with a steal to cut the lead to 4-2 at the end of the 2nd. The first 5 minutes of the third, the T-Men appeared asleep with the home team scoring 3 times and it appeared as though a 7-2 score meant the Coquitlam team was going to walk away with the game but the 'newly rejuvenated' Timbermen squad tirelessly chopped away at the lead and with goals by Mitchell, Clark and a 2nd tally from Pelletier made the score 7-5 and Nanaimo kept on coming. Coquitlam's Weber stopped the last few attempts with Nanaimo's goaltender out to seal the win. Playing with the 'Big Boys' NowMay 24, 2008 With the Jr. Timbermen depleted line-up getting a boost with many injured players returning to active play and many returning players and prospects arriving back from school; this game was the first to see virtually a full Jr. line-up. The home team would not disappoint! The Timbermen opened the scoring but the Lakers tallied two to take a 2-1 first period lead. The home team tied the game a third of the way through the 2nd frame but Burnaby retook the lead one shift later and appeared to be taking another lead into the 3rd but Thomas let a howey go from 40 feet t secure a 3-3 tied going into the final frame. The T-Men took the lead 1:26 into the 3rd and a frustrated Laker team could not tie it up until halfway through the period. Higgs then scored to give the Timbermen a 5-4 lead and goaltender Dickie shut the door and wouldn't allow another goal. With the visitors net empty and extra attacker on the floor, Kelly then grabbed a loose ball and outran two Laker players to score on the open net and then again one minute later to secure the 7-4 victory and the teams first over the Burnaby Lakers. Weekend SplitMay 22, 2008 The Jr. Timbermen have had more than its share of ups and downs so far this season. A promising beginning to the season has quickly turned into 'fingers in the dyke' so to speak with a number of players being hit with the injury bug since April 27th. Players slowly returned from school beginning with Evoy and this week include: Thomas, Dietterle, Lawson, Stewart, Brown and Diplock. All hope to make the return to box a quick and seemless transition to assist in improving the 2-5 Timbermen climb back up the standings. Nanaimo hasn't had a favourable schedule to begin the year but isn't using that as an excuse for the lack of wins. Numerous players have been asked for their opinions and the same answers keep coming up. "Not enough communication on the floor between players", "Lack of discipline", "Blaming others for personal or team mistakes" are just a few reasons that are mentioned when players were asked. Burnaby comes to town tomorrow night at 7:00pm and then the Timbermen 'hop on a log' and sail the Straight of Georgia on Sunday to face the Adanacs of Coquitlam. Check back to this website for more information as the season progresses. Jr's Get First Victory!May 5, 2008 Getting his first start of the 2008 Jr. A lacrosse season, rookie netminder Robbie Pierson turned away 44 of Port Coquitlam's 49 shots to get his first victory as a Jr. and the teams first victory of the 2008 campaign. The veteran defence guided many of the rookie defenders during the game and led by example, only allowing a marginal number of good shooting opportunities for the visiting Saints. Tyson Humpherville won 10 of 18 faceoffs in the absence of Morgan Mitchell (U19 Team Scotland) in the winning cause. Leading the way was Colton Clark (3g, 1a), Cody Bremner (2g, 5a), Kyle Noble (2g, 2a), Ryan Forslund (1g, 1a) and assists going to Matt Wray (2a), Nick Agius (1a) and Ethan Jones (1a). Don't worry about dinner this night! The Jr. Timbermen are having a tailgate party beginning at 5:30pm at the NIC Arena. The BBQ will be a blazin' and the beverages a flowin' in preparation for the Harewood Dinner Jacket Night. Come dressed in blue jeans, work boots and your 'best' Harewood Dinner Jacket to qualify for prizes throughout the game! 'Bellies Spoil Home OpenerApril 28, 2008 The Nananimo Jr. A Timbermen would like to thank those whom attended their home opener, especially those whom are brand new to lacrosse. Sean Krause (Owner of the Timbermen) was stopped a number of times throughout the game and was given comments about his teams play during their home opener. Exciting, entertaining, face-paced, clean and energetic; were just some of the analogies used when listening to fans. To those 500+ fans whom attended... "Thank you!" We hope to see you again on Sunday! Captains & Roster Announced for 2008April 23, 2008 Lohr is in his 3rd yr., Whittaker is in his 2nd yr. and Wray is in his 3rd season with the Timbermen but still has 2 more seasons of eligibility. The Jr. Timbermen will be looking to these 4 players to help lead this team on and off the floor as it looks to build on their first playoff appearance in team history and improve on its 5-16 regular season record from 2007. #1 Robbie Pierson (G), #4 Russell Thomas, #6 Matt Maughan, Nanaimo Lacrosse Fun DayApril 19, 2008 EXHIBITION GAME INFORMATION- To all Junior 'A' players; the Junior Timbermen will be meeting at the NIC at 4:30 PM. We will be leaving for our exhibition game at 5:00 PM, the bus will be loaded and leaving the NIC Arena at 5:00 PM sharp to travel to the Duncan arena. To all Timbermen players driving from Victoria, please meet at the Cowichan Community Centre (Duncan Arena) by 6:00 PM. The exhibition game will continue as scheduled. Check back to this website each hour for more information. Exhibition Game / Nanaimo Lacrosse Fun DayApril 14, 2008 After the on-floor festivities, the focus will move out to the ground surrounding the NIC as a concession (BBQ) lunch and numerous fun events will commence. The kids in attendance will enjoy games such as 'The Bean Bag - Tic Tac Toe', 'Wheel of Fortune', 'Bowling', 'Golf', 'Basketball Shoot', 'Fastest Shot Competition (Radar Gun)', 'Jr. Timbermen Shoot-Out' (Shooting on a Jr. Goalie), and the ever popular 'Dunk Tank'. Come on out to dunk your favorite Timbermen family member. Persons to be dunked will be posted at the event. The events will conclude at 2:30pm. Later this same evening, the Jr. Timbermen head south to the Duncan Arena to play their only exhibition game of the preseason versus the Victoria Jr. Shamrocks. The Shamrocks are coming off a preseason victory over the Surrey Stickmen and this game will prove to be a good test to see where your Jr. A Timbermen stand as the 2008 Jr. lacrosse season prepares to open. For more information, go to Reaction Sports or check back to the Jr. Timbermen website (www.jrtimbermen.com) for more news. Trade AnnouncementApril 7, 2008 The elder of the two Wray's, Tom is a 21 year old, 6' 7", 220 lb. wall of a goaltender. Coming into his final season of Jr. eligibility, Tom will be taking the starting goalie position for the defending BC Champion Lakers; a position left vacant with the graduation of Adam Meakes and with Angus Goodleaf not returning to the 'Bog'. Tom dressed in all 21 regular season games in the 2007 season making 631 saves on 761 shots in 888 minutes played; boasting an 8.78 GAA and an 82.92 save percentage. The Timbermen have come along way in their 3 years of existance and Tom Wray was a big part of the last 2 seasons. With 4 quality goaltenders in training camp this season, there isn't room for that many goaltenders. The Nanaimo Jr. 'A' Timbermen felt that being a final year goaltender, Tom would and deserves more playing time than could be had. Although Tom is now an opponent, the Timbermen wish him the best of luck in his future endeavours. Tom is a fine young man and he has been a pleasure to have within the organization; the Burnaby Lakers are quite thrilled to have been able to acquire a goalie such as Tom. Check back to the Jr. Timbermen website (www.jrtimbermen.com) for more news and upcoming signings. Training Camp - Day 1April 2, 2008 Notables such as Jon Diplock, Ryan Dietterle, James Lawson (Lindenwood University); Curt Brown, Dean Stewart, Russell Thomas (Simon Fraser University); and Brent Curry (family engagement) were not in attendance due to noted commitments. Billets Required for April 2008March 9, 2008 Remuneration of $400.00 per month as well as season passes are available to anyone willing to help out in this manner. Training camp begins April 1st and accomodations are quickly needed. Timbermen Offer More to the WorldMarch 7, 2008 For a full schedule, click this link http://www.2008worldlax.com/pdfs/Schedule.pdf Note: Morgan Mitchell now joins Timbermen prospect Steve Higgs in the tournament. Cedar Fun Fair; Huge Success!March 1, 2008 Goaltender, Tom Wray received approximately 4 hours of shots! Other members of the team participating were Nick Agius, Kyle Noble, Colton Clark, Ryan Forslund, Morgan Mitchell, Matt Maughan, Kevin Lohr and Brent Curry. If you have a community event that you wish to have a member or members of the Jr. A Timbermen attend, please feel free to contact Tyson Leies (tyson@jrtimbermen.com) or Forbes Mitchell (forbes@jrtimbermen.com). Join the Jr. Timbermen TeamFebruary 23, 2008 Please go to the Recruitment page to view positions that require filling prior to the seasons start. New Vision for the Future.February 10, 2008 With members of the media present (A Channel, Nanaimo Bulletin, and the Nanaimo Daily News), and distinguished guests from Nanaimo lacrosse; including Earl Nicholson - G.M. Sr. A Timbermen, Bruce Clark - G.M. Intermediate A Timbermen, Gord Cawthorne - President of Nanaimo District Lacrosse Association, Farren Ferguson and Don Ashbee - Member of the Canadian Lacrosse Hall of Fame), the Jr. A Timbermen unveiled thier new logo (seen left). Special thanks were given to the 2007 Jr. A Timbermen sponsors for their outstanding contributions and support as well as to those sponsors who've already come on board for 2008. "Our logo is just an updated adaptation of the original", stated Sean Krause; the ReactionSports Jr. A Timbermen owner. "The logo keeps with the tradition of the original but updates it to what we've traditionally envisioned a 'lumberjack' to be. He is a rugged, backwoods, muscular man with a physique you would come to expect a hard-working logger to have." It's selling point to Nanaimo and to our fans, young and old is that it is appealing to all ages. To those whom stayed shortly after the conference concluded received a number of promotional t-shirts sporting the new logo. The Jr. A Timbermen's Fan Club was also announced. If your son or daughter is 12 or under (1996 born or later) and they wish to join the Jr. Fan Club, follow the link below. Note: Membership is limited to children 12 yrs. and under. They also must be accompanied by an adult to home games. Midget Draft 2008February 10, 2008 We are extremely happy with our picks during this years draft. Here are our selections in this years draft
Media Announcement - Press ConferenceFebruary 9, 2008 At this event, the Jr. “A” Timbermen will introduce our vision for the 2008 BC Jr. “A” Lacrosse season. Our plan is to be more involved in the community and with the Nanaimo Minor Lacrosse Association. The game of lacrosse has been part of the City of Nanaimo for over 50 years and we need to be able to count on volunteers if we want to see Junior lacrosse continue to grow in Nanaimo, as well as surrounding areas on Vancouver Island. All of our special events and game day activities will be impossible to carry out without the help of dedicated volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, or would like more information on the roles and responsibilities that are required for the operation of the Nanaimo Jr. “A” Timbermen, we welcome you to attend our media conference. One of our new programs that we will be launching this season, that we hope will help to build our fan base, is the introduction of our “JUNIOR TIMBERMEN FAN CLUB” for children 12 and under. During the course of the evening, you will be able to register for your 2008 season tickets and the Junior Fan Club. Prizes will be given out throughout the event, and snacks and refreshments will be on hand. The highlight of the evening will be the introduction of the new team logo! We will also be introducing some of your returning 2007 favourite players, and give you a sneak peek at some of our new hopefuls who are ready to help in our quest to bring home a Minto Cup for the 2008 Lacrosse season! Come out and join us in welcoming our new and improved Junior “A” Timbermen to the community of Nanaimo! For more information, please contact a team representative. 2008 Jr. Timbermen Schedule ReleasedFebruary 2, 2008 Get Your Sunglasses, Here Come the Wrays!February 3, 2008 The Jr. Timbermen are pleased to announce the signing of Tom and Matt Wray back with the T-Men for 2008. Products of the Oceanside Minor Lacrosse Association, the brother duo are excited about the 2008 BCJrALL season. The elder of the two, Tom is a 21 year old, 6' 7", 220 lb. wall of a goaltender. Coming into his final season of Jr. eligibility, Tom will be joining other 'tenders whom are also looking to make their mark with the Timbermen. Tom dressed in all 21 regular season games in the 2007 season making 631 saves on 761 shots in 888 minutes played; boasting an 8.78 GAA and an 82.92 save percentage. The Timbermen have come along way involving all aspects of this team and Tom is prepared to be a big part of it. Matt is 18 years old and is currently playing hockey for the Kamploops Blazers of the WHL. His 6' 3", 212 lb. frame will help the Timbermen in both ends of the floor in 2008. In 2006, Matt got 4 assists in 21 games followed by 62 penalty minutes. In 2007, his role changed with the team and Matt's personal statistics followed suit. He played in 20 of 21 games and scored 10g / 24a / 34pts and received 73 mintues in penalties. He will be looked upon to be a young leader on the squad in '08. The Timbermen welcome back the Wray brothers! Check back to the Jr. Timbermen website (www.jrtimbermen.com) for more news and upcoming signings. Free Agents Now TimbermenJanuary 29, 2008 The Jr. Timbermen are pleased to announce the two more free agent Intermediate player signings. Graduates of the Intermediate Timbermen, and Intermediate Sharmocks respectively; Morgan Mitchell and Robbie Pierson are ecstatic to be members of the Timbermen. Morgan Mitchell played the past 2 seasons for the Int. Timbermen and posted 5g / 13a / 18 pts in 18 games. Morgan is a phenominal face-off artist and will likely assume a role as one of the draw-men for the 2008 season. Morgan has assumed many roles within his playing career in Nanaimo, his diverse style of play will be an asset to the Timbermen in '08. Robbie Pierson is coming off a silver medal win with the Int. Shamrocks in 2007. boasting a 7.07 goals against average in 18 regular season games last season for the regular season champs, Pierson will be included in the goaltending group looking to find his position with the Timbermen this season. Pierson who is a product of the Peninsula Minor Lacrosse association is looking forward to helping backstop the Timbermen in their goal of winning the BCJr.ALL. Local Product Proud to be TimbermenJanuary 25, 2008 The Nanaimo Jr. Timbermen are proud to announce the first 2 local Intermediate player signings. Graduates of the Intermediate Timbermen, Colton Clark and Ryan Forslund are proud to be members of the Timbermen. Clark is a 6' 2", 205 lb. right handed sniper who in the Intermediate League in 2007 totalled 25g / 41a / 66pts and finished 1st overall in points. His big, strong frame, fast legs and accurate outside shot will assist the Timbermen on the right hand offensive side in 2008. Ryan Forslund is a 6' 1", 205 lb. left handed power forward who owns the play in the corners and near the crease. His ability to maintain possession while driving from the corner and to the net with one or more players checking him will assist the Jr. Timbermen now and years to come. Do to injury, Ryan missed a few games last season but managed an impressive 7th place in the points standings posting 35g / 10a / 45pts in 15 games. The Timbermen are pleased to announce these fine local players for this upcoming season. Veterans ReturningJanuary 19, 2008 The Nanaimo Junior ‘A’ Timbermen have shored up some key pieces to their defensive core by re-signing 3 players whom will help in the defensive end in 2008. Andrew Kelly returns to the Timbermen for his 2nd season after an impressive rookie campaign. His 1 goal and 6 assists for 7 points are just an added bonus to what this young man can do on the floor. Shutting down offensive opponents is his forte; and with only 16 minutes in penalties last season, he is expected to continue this defensive dominance in 2008. Andrew is a product of the Peninsula Minor Lacrosse Association and played Intermediate for the Victoria Shamrocks. Kevin Lohr returns for his final season. Lohr is considered to be one of the best loose ball specialists in the league. His ability to take the ball from end to end in transition is highly touted and will be counted on again for the T-Men in '08. His 4 goals, 3 assists for 7 points and only 26 minutes in penalties is just another key reason for the success of the Timbermen back-end last season. Kevin is also a product from Peninsula Minor Lacrosse and the Intermediate Shamrocks. Brent Curry returns to anchor the defensive core of the Timbermen for '08. Curry only managed 1 assist in 9 games last season due to an injury but is 100% healthy and prepared to lead this Timbermen squad to the next level of Junior ‘A’ lacrosse. Returning to captain this team in 2008 'is an honour' Curry stated when he signed. His leadership in all facets of lacrosse pertaining to the T-Men is second to none. The Timbermen are pleased to announce the return of all 3 players for this upcoming season. 2008 NewsJack Crosby - Remarkable Lacrosse Icon LostJanuary 22, 2008 Jack Crosby - Burnaby LakersJanuary 20, 2008 Free Agent Signing - Tim EvoyJanuary 14, 2008
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The NLL Insider has conducted a 'fan wide' vote for players of the year awards on their website.
The Junior Timbermen were well represented and played extremely well during the Summer Slam Field Tournament in Victoria on the weekend.
The Nanaimo Junior and Intermediate Timbermen take great pride in community lacrosse development and actively being involved with tomorrows talented lacrosse athletes.
The British Columbia Junior "A" Lacrosse League Commissioner Al Lang has released the leagues award winners for the 2008 BCJrALL season.
The Nanaimo Jr. A Timbermen would like to announce the acquisition of Tanner Lemire from the Delta Islanders.
NANAIMO- The Timbermen are looking to improve their team and so are the Burnaby Lakers. Goaltender Tom Wray was acquired by the Lakers on the weekend; in exchange, the Lakers sent their 3rd Round draft pick in 2009 and their 3rd Round draft pick in the 2010 Midget Drafts.
Last Wednesday Morgan Mitchell left for Edinburgh, Scotland to try out for that country’s Under 19 field lacrosse team; (Morgan is eligible to play for the team because his father was born there). Current Lacrosse Scotland eligibility requirements 1. Born in Scotland 2. One or both parents born in Scotland 3. Have lived in Scotland for 1 year immediately prior to the match 4. Have lived in Scotland for any 5 consecutive years 5. Have acquired Scottish nationality by naturalisation or marriage Morgan received a phone call just days ago, announcing that he has made Team Scotland's field lacrosse roster for the 2008 World Under 19 Field Lacrosse Championships in Coquitlam, British Columbia starting July 3rd to July 12th, 2008.
Please join the Nanaimo Jr. “A” Timbermen Lacrosse Club welcome and congratulate the following players whom were selected by our club in the 2008 Midget Draft.
The Nanaimo Jr. ‘A’ Timbermen are pleased to announce a 'key' free agent signing. Tim Evoy came to the Timbermen in a trade in 2006 with the Victoria Shamrocks along with Brent Curry and Kevin Lohr. An injury sidelined Tim for the 2007 season which consequently made him a free agent for 2008. After evaluating his options, he chose to return to the Nanaimo Timbermen for his fnial season in hopes to assist us in our quest of winning the BCJr.ALL and advancing to the Minto Cup hosted by Alberta.
The Nanaimo Jr A Timbermen are pleased to announce that the Timbermens very own Ryan Clark was selected 82nd overall by the Colorado Mammoth in the 2007 National Lacrosse Leagues Entry Draft.
