The Regina Pat Canadians fell to the Halifax Macs in the 2026 Telus Cup national semi-final on Saturday, setting up a bronze medal game on Sunday. The Pat Canadians will face the loser of the other semi-final for third place at the national midget hockey championship.
The game was a hard-fought battle, with Halifax securing a 4-2 victory over Regina. The Pat Canadians showed resilience throughout the tournament but could not overcome the Macs' strong offensive performance. Regina's goals came from forward Liam Schmidt and defenceman Ethan Clark, while goaltender Jack Thompson made 28 saves in the losing effort.
Halifax opened the scoring early in the first period and maintained a lead throughout the game. Regina tied it up in the second period but Halifax responded with two quick goals to regain control. The Pat Canadians pulled their goalie in the final minutes but could not find the equalizer.
Despite the loss, the Pat Canadians have an opportunity to bring home a national medal. The bronze medal game is scheduled for Sunday afternoon at the tournament venue. Regina will need to regroup quickly and focus on finishing the season on a high note.
Head coach Mark O'Brien praised his team's effort, saying, 'We gave it everything we had, but Halifax was the better team today. We're proud of our guys for battling all season, and we're determined to come back strong for the bronze medal game.'
The Pat Canadians advanced to the semi-final after a strong round-robin performance, finishing second in their group. They defeated the host team and other regional champions to earn a spot in the national semi-final.
The Telus Cup is the premier national championship for midget hockey in Canada, featuring the top teams from each region. The Regina Pat Canadians are one of the most successful programs in Saskatchewan, with multiple provincial titles and a history of competing at the national level.
Fans can watch the bronze medal game live on Hockey Canada's streaming platform. The Pat Canadians will be looking to add a bronze medal to their storied history and end the season on a positive note.
