The London Knights are heading to Saginaw, Michigan for the Memorial Cup Championship, after clinching a championship berth with their OHL win last week. This marks their fifth J Ross Robertson cup win, and the sixth time the Knights have made it to the Memorial Cup in the last two decades. London has previously won the cup twice, in 2005 and 2016. Dozens of Knights fans gathered at Budweiser Gardens to cheer on the team as they packed up and headed to the States. Sav Neth, the president of the London Knights Fan Club, was thrilled with the turnout of fans and the excitement surrounding the team.
Neth has secured over 100 tickets for fan club members to attend the sold-out Knights games in Saginaw. The group, known as the Knights of the Round Table, aims to provide tickets for fans who may not have the means to attend the games. The sense of community and family among the fans is a key aspect of the club’s activities. Local fans are confident in the team’s ability to perform well in the tournament, especially considering their dominant OHL playoff run. Long-time fan Mike Hendricks believes the Knights have the potential to come out on top and add a Memorial Cup win to their impressive record.
Nine-year-old fan Callie Haugh also expresses her admiration for the Knights, particularly mentioning defenceman Isaiah George as a standout player. When asked if she believes the Knights can win the Memorial Cup, Haugh enthusiastically responds, “Yeah, definitely!” The first game of the four-team round robin will see the Knights facing off against the Drummondville Voltigeurs, followed by matches against the Moose Jaw Warriors and the host team, the Saginaw Spirit. The Championship game is scheduled for June 2, at 7 p.m. Fans are eager to see how the Knights will perform in the tournament and are hopeful for a successful outcome.
Neth shares his excitement for the upcoming games and plans to travel to Saginaw with his son to watch the Knights in action. He hopes to bring a strong presence of green and support the team as they compete for the Memorial Cup. The fan club is organizing viewing parties and other Knights-related events to keep the energy and excitement going among supporters. The Knights have a strong following in London and are considered a favorite for the cup, given their impressive track record and recent playoff success. Fans are looking forward to seeing how the team will fare against tough competition in the Memorial Cup Championship.
Overall, the London Knights have garnered significant support from their fans as they prepare for the Memorial Cup Championship. The sense of community and unity among fans is evident through efforts to secure tickets for those who may not have the means to attend games. The team’s strong performance in the OHL playoffs has fans feeling optimistic about their chances in the upcoming tournament. With a loyal fan base and a talented roster, the Knights are aiming to add another Memorial Cup win to their trophy case. The anticipation and excitement surrounding the team’s journey to Saginaw have fans eagerly awaiting the outcome of the championship games.
