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PHOTOS: Oceanside Shark Attack tyke lacrosse tournament action

Event draws teams from Vancouver Island

The future of lacrosse took centre stage in Parksville at the annual Shark Attack Tournament, organized by the Oceanside Minor Lacrosse Association.

The tyke tournament for U-9 players drew teams from all over Vancouver Island — Juan De Fuca, Saanich, Nanaimo and Comox. It is one of the OMLA's big events of the season and also its largest fundraiser every year. It was held at the Parksville Community Park lacrosse box.

Despite the searing heat, the players enjoyed some good, friendly and fun competition. To protect players from the sun's rays, a tarp was set up in the middle of the lacrosse box, which kept everyone from overheating.

OMLA indicated that it was another "huge success." 



Michael Briones

About the Author: Michael Briones

I rejoined the PQB News team in April 2017 from the Comox Valley Echo, having previously covered sports for The NEWS in 1997.
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