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Connor Primeau Recognized as a 2018 All-Canadian by

the Canadian University Field Lacrosse Association

By Molly Kett This is the second time Primeau
has earned this title.
ach year, teams nominate
“I have been fortunate enough
Eplayers they feel stood out in
to have been an honourable
their respective positions. These
mention in my first two years,
groups of players are then voted
and a selection these past two.
on by the coaches in the league.
It’s quite an honour, but I believe
They usually select three players
it speaks to the calibre of our
at each position, followed by defensive unit as a whole,” says
an honourable mention at each Primeau. “We’ve been a solid
position. This year, Connor group and I’m excited to see
Primeau, originally from what the younger guys will do
Cornwall and currently playing over these next few years.”
for Ottawa of University, was
Primeau grew up in Cornwall
selected as one of the defencemen playing both hockey and lacrosse.
to be named a 2018 All-Canadian He stopped playing lacrosse for a
by the Canadian University Field brief moment when he hit junior
Lacrosse Association. age, as hockey became too big of

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a commitment. lacrosse.”
The “Team” has just completed Issue # 73, and as always, I
would like to thank Lynn (Graphic Design), Margo (Editor), Bernadette “I came back to box lacrosse In terms of what’s next for
(Website); our writers, Molly, Victoria, Carrie, Thom, Casey, Jim; our in my last two years of junior Primeau when it comes to
editorial columnists, Jim, Jorge, Dave, Gord, Peter, Justin and Perry. where I played for the Celtics,” lacrosse, he doesn’t think he
The Sports Panel, Gilles, Jake, Jim; our distribution manager Rene, says Primeau. “I took up field will be playing field lacrosse any
our distribution locations, our advertisers and of course the people lacrosse when I got to Ottawa U. longer.
who are featured in our stories. I hope you enjoy # 73 I had never played growing up. “I think I’m finished playing

5 reasons I started watching NHL Hockey again: 1- Mitch Our coach and GM, Brett Perras, filed lacrosse, it’s been quite a
Marner, 2- Elias Pettersson, 3- Connor McDavid, 4- Patrik Laine, 5- asked me to try playing long pole ride. This said, I believe I will
Jack Eichel and I was hooked.”
continue to play box lacrosse with

Green Valley native Remi Elie seems to be fitting in nicely With this being Primeau’s last the Capital Region Axemen in the
with the Buffalo Sabres. Elie was claimed off waivers last month year of playing for Ottawa U, summer,” says Primeau. “I now
from the Dallas Stars. Elie is a former Hawkesbury Hawk (CCHL) this award was a great way to have my sights set on started my
graduate. finish off the year. career come graduation in May.

Biggest surprises in the NHL to date: Buffalo Sabres and “It was nice to be recognized Sport has always been a part of
Pittsburg Penguins. in my senior year, it’s a good my life, and I’m so fortunate that
way to go out. Team play is a my career path will allow me to
The community spirit and friendly rivalry continues between
crucial part of field lacrosse, stay involved in a new way.”
St Joe’s and Holy Trinity with the 1st annual “Sisters’ Cup” hockey
so I definitely could not have
game between the Panthers and Falcons girls’ hockey teams being Primeau is looking forward
held Dec 10th. Proceeds for this event are going to Baldwin House. achieved anything without the to spending time working with
support of those around me,” athletes off the field/floor/ice.
Are you looking for stocking stuffers? Colts and Prowlers says Primeau. “A lot of time
tickets will get the hockey fan in your family out of the house. and hard work has paid off, from “Being a part of the sport

myself and the rest of the guys community has taught me a lot
Congrats to Tony Luis on another win in the ring last month. over the years, which I think helps
If any boxer deserves a shot at a World Championship belt it’s Tony. on the team,” says Primeau. “We
had another player named to the me relate to my clients,” says
On behalf of myself and wife Shirley, I would like to wish list, as well as a freshman named Primeau. “Although lacrosse has
everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. come to an end, I look forward to
honourable mention. I was
Winners never Quit, and Quitters Never Win, excited to see that, it shows how keeping my foot in the door and
Signing out, Until next Month giving back in any way I can.”
Mike Piquette, Publisher bright the future is for Gee-Gees