Friday night out at the Don Henderson Memorial Arena, the Wings hit the road for a special exhibition tilt against the South Colchester Elks—an all-new squad pulled together from a mix of local teams and skill levels. This wasn’t your typical matchup. The South Colchester Minor Hockey Association reached out to give their players a rare shot at competing at a higher pace, and the Wings were all in.
For the Elks, it was their first-ever game as a unit, and they showed serious promise. You could see the leadership on their bench, the energy in their chatter, and the buy-in from every kid wearing that logo. They battled hard, stayed positive, and never stopped grinding. It’s clear this group has the potential to grow into something strong.
The Wings came away with the win, but honestly—this was one of those nights where the scoreboard just didn’t matter. What mattered was the experience. The Elks got valuable reps against a faster pace, and the Wings had the chance to adjust their game, stretch their creativity, and play in situations they don’t usually get in regular league action.
On top of that, the three 15-minute periods added a full extra 30 minutes of hockey compared to what the Wings are used to. It pushed both benches to dig deeper, communicate better, and stay dialed in. The result? An all-around awesome night for everyone involved. The Wings welcome another meeting with this Elks team anytime —because hockey communities grow stronger when they lift each other up.
While we’re not talking numbers on the scoreboard, one performance deserves a shoutout. Number 9, Colton Campbell, rolled into Brookfield absolutely buzzing and walked out with a clean hat trick. His compete level, timing, and team-first play made him impossible to miss. He earned himself Player of the Game, proudly sponsored by MacPhee Ford.
Another night, another step forward—for both teams.
Until next time… keep your sticks on the ice and your hearts in the game.
GrayJay Sports
Cole Harbour 