For the love of the game. That is the motivation for most players who took part in the 31st annual Battlefords 50s oldtimers tournament.
The 50s beat the Wilkie X-Outlaws, Edmonton Panthers and Prince Albert Chiefs to earn the B pool championship.
In pool A, it was another 3-0 team winning the trophy, as the Leduc Blades beat the Saskatoon Icemen, Paradise Valley Hawks and Battlefords Rams.
The Rams and Blades played Sunday morning in a battle between 2-0 teams, but it was the Rams coming out with a 3-0 win.
The rams scored two of three penalty shots, while the Rams scored one of three, which was ultimately the difference.
In pool C, the Biggar Hawks finished 3-0. The Edmonton Raiders, Manville Road Runners and Lloydminster Shauddahaddens were 2-1 in pool C. Calihoo Elders and Saskatoon Rangers were 0-3 in pool C.
Along with the action on the ice, the players had a chance to attend the social Friday evening and the supper and dance Saturday at the Knights of Columbus Hall.
Another well-run tournament with good hockey and better company helped the Battlefords 50s raise money, which they plan to donate to the CUPlex before the 32nd annual tournament.
