In a dominant display of teamwork and offensive precision, the TASA U13C Ducks Black soared to a perfect 5-0-0 record this past weekend to capture the championship at the 2025 Kyle Henneberry Memorial Tournament. The victory marks a major milestone for the squad, extending their incredible winning streak to ten consecutive games across regular season and tournament play.

The Road to the Finals

The Ducks Black left no doubt about their intentions from the opening puck drop, combining a high-octane offense with a disciplined defensive unit.

• Game 1 (Round Robin): The Ducks opened the tournament with a statement 7-3 victory, setting the tone for the weekend.

• Game 2 (Round Robin): The offense found another gear, overwhelming the opposition in a commanding 12-3 win.

• Game 3 (Round Robin): The team secured the #1 seed for the playoffs by sweeping the round robin stage with their third straight victory.

• The Semi-Final: Facing the Chebucto Attack—a team they had narrowly lost to 3-2 earlier in the season—the Ducks Black showed immense grit. In a back-and-forth battle, they displayed championship composure to edge out a 4-3 win and punch their ticket to the dance.

• The Championship: In an all-TASA final against TASA Flight, the Ducks Black delivered their most complete performance of the weekend. With a clinical 6-1 victory, they claimed the gold and cemented their status as the tournament’s top team.

Dominance by the Numbers

The statistical breakdown of the weekend highlights the efficiency of this Ducks Black squad:

• Offensive Firepower: 30 goals scored over 5 games.

• Precision: 126 shots on net, averaging a goal for every 4.2 shots.

• Defensive Wall: Only 12 goals against throughout the entire tournament.

• Goaltending: Faced with 92 shots, the Ducks’ goaltending posted a stellar 86.957% save percentage.

A New Year’s Celebration

As the Ducks Black look toward 2026, the coaching staff and families are beaming with pride. This tournament run was a testament to the players' hard work and their ability to play for the name on the front of the jersey.

"We are super proud of all our players," said the team management. "This weekend was the result of everyone pulling in the same direction. Happy New Year to all our players and families!"

With a 10-game winning streak now in hand, the Ducks Black have established themselves as the team to beat heading into the second half of the season.