The Halifax McDonald’s have captured the 2026 U18 Atlantic Championship, edging the Fredericton Caps 2-0 in the championship game.
The McDonald’s will now represent the Atlantic Region at the TELUS Cup, taking place April 20–26 in Peterborough, Ontario.
Halifax McDonanld’s 2 – Fredericton Caps 0 (BOXSCORE)
Prior to the championship game, tournament award winners were recognized:
Top Scorer
• Drew Murphy – Kensington Wild
• Reed Chafe – Nissan Growlers
Top Forward
• Dax Fraser – Saint John Vito’s
Top Defence
• Jax Ginnish – Halifax McDonald’s
Top Goaltender
• Dax Robichaud – Fredericton Caps
Most Valuable Player
• Jax Ginnish – Halifax McDonald’s
Esso Kids Scholarship Program
• Connor Leblanc – Saint John Vito’s
Statistics, standings, and full game summaries are available on the official tournament website:
https://u18-male.atlanticaaahockey.ca/index_2024.php
For more information, contact:
Brogan Bailey
Hockey New Brunswick, Event Manager