LANTZ: Packed stands, big goals and a rink full of hockey excitement are on the horizon as the Trevor Ettinger-Jeff Smith Memorial Tournament returns to the East Hants Sportsplex March 4-15, 2027.
With the tournament falling during the March break period, it promises to be a great opportunity for hockey families to hit the rink and make memories while honouring two names that remain part of the local hockey community.
“Honour the Name. Honour the Game.”
That message remains at the heart of the annual memorial tournament, which brings teams, families and fans together to celebrate hockey while remembering Trevor Ettinger and Jeff Smith.
Their legacy lives on through the event, with their jerseys — Jeff Smith’s No. 16 and Trevor Ettinger’s No. 15 — proudly displayed at the Sportsplex.
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Organizers are already looking forward to bringing the tournament back in a big way, with packed stands, plenty of goals and the usual lively atmosphere, including, as the announcement playfully promises, a few too many Penguin Flippers from Roxi’s.
Registration information will be announced soon, giving teams plenty of reason to start looking ahead to March.
For now, hockey fans can save the dates and get ready for another celebration of the game, the community and the memories that bring everyone together.
Honour the Name. Honour the Game.
