Senior Girls & Boys CAIS Soccer Tournament Recap
The Senior Girls’ Soccer team travelled to Rothesay, New Brunswick, October 15–17 to compete in the CAIS National Tournament. After pool play, CDS was seeded into Division 2, where the Cyclones made an impressive run to the finals, dominating their competition along the way. The girls defeated former league opponents St. Clement’s 6–2 and Branksome Hall 5–0 to earn their spot in the championship game.
In the final, CDS faced St. John’s-Ravenscourt for the second time in the tournament after previously defeating them 3–2. The Cyclones struck first, but St. John’s-Ravenscourt found an equalizer, sending the game into overtime and eventually penalty kicks. In a heartbreaking finish, CDS fell in the sixth round of shooters.
Over the course of the tournament, the girls played an incredible six games, showing determination, resilience, and a commitment to one another every step of the way. When they weren’t on the field, the team had the opportunity to explore Saint John and indulge in plenty of fresh seafood! The only downside? The freezing temperatures and rainy weather had us missing home.
Despite the tough finish, the girls should be incredibly proud of their performance. They battled hard, demonstrated outstanding sportsmanship and respect throughout the tournament, and continued to improve with every game. Most importantly, they represented CDS with tremendous pride both on and off the field. We are so proud of this group and the way they came together, competed, and represented what it means to be a Cyclone!
Meanwhile, the same week our Senior Boys’ Soccer team travelled to Trinity College School in Port Hope, ON, to participate in the CAIS Senior Boys National Soccer Championships. The Cyclones faced incredibly stiff competition and demonstrated some remarkable resilience over the course of the tournament.
After a difficult group stage, the Cyclones were drawn against Trinity College School for the Bronze Tier quarterfinal. It was here where the Cyclones gave their best performance of the tournament, holding the hosts to a scoreless draw in what could only be described as “all hands on deck” defending throughout the course of the 70-minute regulation time.
In the penalty shootout, goalkeeper Sam Pizzale was the hero, making two sensational saves that stunned the hosts and secured the Cyclones’ place in the semi-final the following day.
On a cold and frosty Saturday morning, CDS battled valiantly against Lower Canada College, but unfortunately were not able to make the breakthrough that would have put them in the final.
Coaches Mejia and Dermody were nevertheless extremely proud of the lads; an enjoyable and memorable time was had by all.
Land Acknowledgment
The Country Day School wishes to recognize and acknowledge the land on which the school operates. Our nearest Indigenous Nations are now the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and the Chippewas of Georgina Island. The Dish with One Spoon Wampum covenant is often cited as an example of the shared responsibility for caring for these lands among the Huron-Wendat, Anishinaabe and Haudenosaunee peoples who would call these their traditional territories. CDS respects the relationship with these lands and recognizes that our connection to this land can be strengthened by our continued relationship with all First Nations, by acknowledging our shared responsibility to respect and care for the land and waters for future generations.
School Information
Junior, Middle and Senior Schools
13415 Dufferin Street, King, Ontario L7B 1K5
(905) 833-1220
communications@cds.on.ca
admissions@cds.on.ca
Founded in 1972, The Country Day School is a co-educational private school offering programs in JK-12 and located on 100 acres north of Toronto in King.
13415 Dufferin Street, King, Ontario L7B 1K5
(905) 833-1220
communications@cds.on.ca
admissions@cds.on.ca
Founded in 1972, The Country Day School is a co-educational private school offering programs in JK-12 and located on 100 acres north of Toronto in King.
