Here are the results of the 2026 Crystal Cup Photo Contest sponsored by Canadian Brewhouse!!!
1: Back to the Shack – Calvin Dempsey
Now, you’re probably wondering what the heck does an old camper have to do with pond hockey. Well, this just isn’t any ordinary camper, this camper has stories… many of them. This is home to none other than long time members of The Crystal Cup, The Cunning Stunts. The moment it was posted it probably caught the eyes of many. The taillights of a truck lighting up one side while the lights of the event catching the rest. Such a great angle with great colours and a feel for the history embedded in the event that often goes unnoticed. A big congrats to Calvin Dempsey and the boys on this one, and Calvin, Noel, we would love to hear the history on this camper and how long you’ve been attending the event. We believe it was 2012 or 2013, but would love for you to confirm and maybe tell a story or two for us in the comments!!!
2: Not a Good Day for a Bubble – Shaylene Carter
We couldn’t agree with more! It was definitely a cold one this time around, but fun still seemed to be had by all, even if you’re behind a bubble with limited vision and frosted eyelashes. Great shot Shaylene Carter!!
3: The Handshake – Candice Berrett
The team handshake! Despite a few tense games over the weekend, for most it was about friends and fun. After any tough game win or loss, it’s always great to see such sportsmanship.
4: Play for Trace – Tiffany Laclaire
Capturing a great shot at “Play for Trace”, named after the late, great Trace Morrell and the two U15 teams that came out to the cup this year. The teams played out a best of 3 and the Inaugural U15 Trave Morrell Heart and Hustle went to Marshall Alcock.
5: Put Me in Coach – Cody Shepherd
A sweet shot with not only Pavel Barber as his ringer, but one of the sweetest buckets we’ve ever seen. Between that tint, flames and hanging with Barber, that’s one heck of a shot Cody!!
6: Balaclava – Elizabeth Pritchard
A great solo shot of two little eyes poking through a cage covered by a balaclava. Although it was frosty, many found a way to beat the cold and still have a good time.
7: Digging In – Meesh Mazur
A great shot of the U7’s digging in as hard as they could in one of the most exciting games the Sid Davis Memorial has ever seen. Both teams played their heart out and gave it all they had. It was an amazing game to witness!!!
8: Pavel Barber Showcase – Lauralee Schonenburger
A fantastic moment was captured when our special guest set up shop behind the food vendor tent as a wind break and several gathered around to learn some sorcery. Barber was an absolute gem the entire weekend and it was a pleasure having him out.
9: Team Celebration – Dana Gunson
It’s always so awesome seeing this with teams, not only building memories, but building friendships that may last a lifetime through fun times on the pond.
10: “6-7” – Bobbi-Lee Woodward
We’re not really sure what’s going on in this photo, but we think it was maybe some flexing or perhaps praying to the sun Gods? Regardless, we had to fit 6-7 in there somewhere.
Thanks to all who participated, and a reminder to the winners of the photo contest to pick up your prizes at the City of Fort St. John Visitor’s Information Centre.