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As the spring weather heat sweeps through Ontario, the (3 – 0) Sault U16 Sabercats and (1 – 1) Sault U18 Sabercats football programs gear up for another exhilarating week of gridiron action.
Week 4 brings a new set of challenges as teams hit the road, ready to clash over the June 8th and 9th weekend lights in familiar territory. From the roar of the crowd to the adrenaline-fueled anticipation, each game becomes a test of skill, strategy, and sheer determination.
Players lace up their cleats, coaches fine-tune their game plans, and fans eagerly follow their teams to distant stadiums, united in their love for the sport. It’s a spectacle that transcends the boundaries of mere competition, embodying the spirit of community and camaraderie that defines high school football.
As buses roll out and the players board the buses with excitement, the stage is set for another unforgettable chapter in the storied tradition of Sault Sabercat football.
Sabercat U18 coach Jamie Antonello told Saultsports that “my biggest takeaway from our last game versus Vaughn with a 13 – 0 loss is that we need to start executing and playing better fundamental football. Our effort was fantastic but we missed some opportunities. Ultimately that falls on me as the head coach, I need to do a better job getting our athletes prepared and in a position to succeed.”
“This weekend versus Quinte will be our first road trip of the year so we need to make sure we are focused. We’ve had a good week of practice and our players are excited about another challenge. They’ve responded well and I know our effort will remain high,” added Antonello.
After a 42 – 7 win over the Clarington Knights on June 1st, Sabercat U16 coach Will Basawa told Saultsports that “looking back on this past weekend’s game, we’ve identified key areas for improvement and strengths to capitalize on in preparation for our upcoming road matchups. Looking over our performance allows us to adapt strategies to better tackle the unique challenges of away games and leverage our strengths effectively.”
OSFL ‘AA’ U16 East
Sault Sabercats (3-0)
May 18 Sudbury Spartans (8) @ (16) Sault Sabercats
May 25 Sault Sabercats (41) @ (7) Durham Dolphins
June 1 Clarington Knights (7) @ (42) Sault Sabercats
June 9 Sault Sabercats @ York Lions
York Lions (3-0)
May 18 York Lions (40) @ (6) North Bay Bulldogs
May 25 York Lions (41) @ (0) Clarington Knights
June 1 Sudbury Spartans (10) @ (35) York Lions
June 9 Sault Sabercats @ York Lions
OSFL ‘AA’ U18 East
Sault Sabercats (1-1)
May 18 York Lions (21) @ (35) Sault Sabercats
June 1 Vaughan Rebels (13) @ (0) Sault Sabercats
June 8 Sault Sabercats @ Quinte Skyhawks
Quinte Skyhawks (2-1)
May 18 Quinte Skyhawks (21) @ (8) Peterborough Wolverines
May 26 Vaughan Rebels (28) @ (7) Quinte Skyhawks
June 1 Quinte Skyhawks (33) @ (29) Toronto Jr Argos
June 8 Sault Sabercats @ Quinte Skyhawks
