The Markham Thunder’s opening day festivities started with the Clarkson Cup banner-raising ceremony. In attendance were Markham mayor Frank Scarpitti, MP for Thornhill Mary Ng - and former and current commissioners Brenda Andress and Jayna Hefford. Also present for the ceremony were former members who helped them get the win - Devon Skeats, Jessica Hartwick, elusive 3rd goalie, Jaime Miller and former assistant coach, Candice Moxley.
Erin Kickham took the ceremonial puck drop for the Blades alongside Dania Simmonds for the Thunder.
For the Thunder, Jess Jones, and Nicoles Brown and Kosta were the forwards with Laura Fortino and Daniella Matteucci on defense.