Chiefs capture third-straight MSL title
For the ninth time in franchise history and third time in a row, the Six Nations Chiefs have captured the Major Series Lacrosse championship. Dhane Smith again led the way with two goals and three assists as the Chiefs brought home a 12-7 victory to win the best-of-seven MSL final 4-1. The Chiefs came out flying, with Ryan Smith, Josh Byrne, Shayne Jackson and Lyle Thompson giving their team a first-period lead. Jordan Stouros had the lone response for the Lakers. Dhane Smith and Ryan Smith each scored two goals in the second period, while Justin Sykes and Braedon Saris replied for the Lakers. Ian MacKay, Matt Marinier, Byrne and Tyson Bell gave the Chiefs some insu rance. Sykes added two more goals for the Lakers, with Taite Cattoni netting one. Warren Hill again had a strong game in the pipes making 27 saves. After the game, Dhane Smith was named the Shooter Davis Award winner for MSL Most Valuable Player. With the win, the Chiefs now advance to the Mann Cup against the We...