President’s Weekly Recap: RCFHA Regular Season Week 6 

Welcome back for the recap of Week 6 of the 2024/2025 season! Another weekend, another set of incredible games – this time at Grauer Elementary and McRoberts Secondary Schools! Highlights from a memorable Week 6: 

Quick Calls, Fast Setups: The Referee Squad Shines 

A huge thank you to a few of our referees Cora Mah, Griffin Hunter, and Ziv Greenberg, who helped us set up McRoberts in record time, allowing us to stay on schedule despite the challenges. Your dedication is a big part of the reason why we love having you as referees! 

When Leadership Meets Skill: A Star Emerges 

This week, we shine a light on Brayden Marcinowsky, whose leadership and playmaking abilities led his team to victory, even with a short bench. Brayden’s calm composure and ability to read the play ensured his teammates were always in the right place at the right time. His passes in the first period were a masterclass in setting up plays, leading to key goals that gave his team the momentum they needed. Leadership like Brayden’s shows that even in challenging circumstances, teamwork can achieve amazing results. 

OT Magic and Unbreakable Grit: A Game to Remember 

At Grauer, the Mavericks and Titans delivered an unforgettable game with fans on the edge of their seats. With goals flying in from Kosta Sprintzios, Isaac Yang, and Tristan Kong, it was a high-energy affair from start to finish. Both teams played with grit and determination, and goaltenders Lillian Halperin and Levi Chung made save after save to keep the game tight. When Lillian was injured in OT, Nate Simmons stepped in cold, showing poise under immense pressure. His incredible saves held off a flurry of shots and helped secure a hard-fought 7-7 tie. 

From Chaos to Coordination: A Gym Coordinator’s Touch 

A special acknowledgment to our Gym Coordinator, Eliza Ko, for her tireless efforts in securing McRoberts Secondary School for a portion of the day to accommodate our PeeWee and Bantam games. Her behind-the-scenes work made it possible for us to adapt to changing schedules and ensure that all teams had the space they needed to play. Eliza’s dedication doesn’t just stop at logistics; her willingness to step in and assist wherever needed shows her incredible commitment to the RCFHA community. We are grateful for her contributions, which are crucial to RCFHA. 

Looking Ahead 

We’re excited to return to Burnett for Week 7. Remember to bring food bank donations as we support the Richmond Food Bank Society. Let’s make a positive impact during the holiday season. 

Cheers! 

Piradeepan Uthayakumar
President, Richmond Cosom Floor Hockey Association