2026 5th Annual

Pucks, ice, and a whole lot of heart—the 2026 Braestone Winter Classic was one for the history books.

On February 15, Braestone Farm transformed into a hub of community spirit as folks of all ages gathered under cloudy skies with the temperature just below freezing.

Between the echoes of skates on the pond and the constant hum of laughter and music, the day was a beautiful reminder of what happens when small-town Canada gathers together for the greater good.

We are thrilled to announce that this year’s event was our most successful to date. The online auction shattered every previous record—seeing the highest volume of items, the most bids, and the largest final tally we’ve ever seen. Our corporate sponsors continue to believe in us – starting with Title Sponsor, Sun Belt Rentals. And player donations set a new standard with almost every team getting involved and setting a new record.

An event of this scale simply doesn’t happen without the army of volunteers from our local community and beyond. Whether you were registering, managing fire pits, monitoring, scorekeeping, flipping pancakes, emptying garbage cans, organizing auction items, feeding hungry players, or helping to “FILL THE NET,” you are the backbone of this day!

To our sponsors, players, donors, and fans: thank you for making new friends and keeping the pond hockey tradition alive. We’ll see you back on the ice next year!

Ted Markle, Event Organizer