Author - Jason Winders
Jason Winders, PhD, is a journalist and sport historian who lives in London, Ont. You can follow him on Twitter @Jason_Winders.
Knight Watch: Two straight 3-game weekends on tap for London; Elliott continues to dominate; Hawery impresses; Barkey sets shorthanded mark; It’s Brampton, Erie, Kitchener this weekend …
Around the Perimeter: London needs wins. Will it happen this weekend?; JR Holder, Jaylon Tate join the fold; Who is the real James Towns?; Up next: Home vs. Windsor, then another tough back-to-back …
Knight Watch: London clinches early playoff spot; Woolley’s winners sweep week; Remarkable run for Cowan comes to an end; Cam Allen faces suspension; It’s Barrie Thursday, then back home for long weekend …
Around the Perimeter: Parity a plus for league; Nothing ‘free’ from the line for London; Godfrey an impact add; We’re at the midpoint; Up next: It’s two straight against rival Sudbury …
Jachai Taylor, aka Turbo, the uber athletic London Lightning guard, is embracing creativity — on the court and in all facets of his life. It’s been freeing — and fun.
Knight Watch: London looks to rebound from Windsor loss; Can clinch playoff spot — already — with win Tuesday; Julien picking things up; Medvedev Goalie of the Month; It’s Kitchener Tuesday, Petes Friday …
Knight Watch: London spreading out the scoring; Sim kicking things off; Dickinson continues to roll; Elliott earns Goaltender of the Week honours; It’s Erie at home Friday and Windsor on the road Sunday …
Around the Perimeter: Lightning play three in four days — including a wildly quick turnaround for a game in the U.S. Sunday. London leads league in scoring, but is last in defense. Is their style sustainable?
How hot has Blake Montgomery been? Try 38 points in his last 22 games (1.73 PPG). His transition to the OHL is complete, and he’s eyeing a championship to match his brother’s 2024 win.
Around the Perimeter: Hobbled London squad sit middle of the pack; Good first impression for Godfrey. Lightning film session opens eyes; James Towns III hasn’t lit world on fire — yet; But Paul Parks has …
Knight Watch: London streak deja vu from last year; Medvedev sizzling in net; Cowan point run at 60 G; Road stint starts Tuesday in Kitchener. Then, Knights head north (North Bay, Sudbury, Sault Ste. Marie) …
Knight Watch: Three months of dominance; Medvedev stymies Windsor, plays in Prospects Game; It’s a weekend at home — Friday vs. Guelph, Sunday vs. Sudbury …
Around the Perimeter: With departure of Chris Jones, will Billy White be focal point on offense?; Or … will it be newcomer James Towns?; London also adds big; Ottey promoted to starting PG; Filling Jones’ production …
Denver Barkey is captaining an initiative that is helping those less fortunate in London — with game tickets, team merchandise, and hockey equipment to make it possible for youngsters to try the sport.
Chris Jones, the star point guard for the London Lightning, has been suspended indefinitely by the BSL after a series of incidents — most recently a postgame altercation in Newfoundland on Jan. 3.
Knight Watch: The gang is back together; O’Reilly, Van Gorp step up with stars away; Will Windsor (Friday) be up to challenge?; Knights stand pat at deadline, but … Catch up on OHL trades …
After a very challenging 2023-24 season, Marcus Ottey chose to return to London this year when the Lightning hired a new coach. Now, he’s playing more, scoring more, and enjoying the game again.
Around the Perimeter: London (7-4) escapes ‘The Rock’ with two wins; Emotional return for Coach Williams; Getting technical; Searching for long-range efficiency; Lengthy layoff to aid ailments; Jan. 16 return at home …
Around the Perimeter: Up next … trip to Newfoundland; Unfamiliar growing pains for London (5-4); Parks behind the arc; Leadership needed; Columnist Jason Winders’ latest Lightning news & notes …
Knight Watch: London continues to win with star players away; Blake Montgomery in a groove; Cam Allen makes immediate impact; On tap: In Flint, home-and-home vs. Sarnia, showdown vs. Niagara …
Around the Perimeter: London falling short from three, free throw line; Busy stretch to close out 2024; Will Bolts add to roster?; Fun with math. Columnist Jason Winders’ latest Lightning news & notes …
Knight Watch: London won two of three last weekend without its stars; Big trade brings key defenceman to the Forest City; Goaltending duo continues to shine; It’s Erie Wednesday, Sarnia at home Friday …
A latecomer to the game, Corey Boyd didn’t play college hoops. An opportunity off the beaten path opened doors — to the TBL, the G League and, now, the London Lightning.
Knight Watch: London to play three-game weekend — against tough foes — down four players. Who will step up?; Andoni Fimis a big blueline add; It’s a home-and home vs. Windsor, then Kitchener Sunday …
Undrafted (twice) in an OHL Priority Selection, Evan Van Gorp has burst onto the scene this year as a valuable offensive contributor to the first-place London Knights.
Around the Perimeter: Home opening win a tale of two halves; Balanced effort on offense; The threes aren’t flying … yet; Broadcast snafus, attendance hurdles. Columnist Jason Winders’ Lightning news & notes …
Fifty-five straight games with a point. The one-year anniversary is known to many as the ‘paper anniversary,’ and the last calendar year has been a great one on paper for Easton Cowan ...
Around the Perimeter: London Lightning home opener set for Sunday, Dec. 8 (2pm) vs. Windsor; Roster down to 10; BSL playoff format revealed; Columnist Jason Winders has the latest Lightning news & notes …
Knight Watch: London win streak at 18, team sits No. 1 in CHL Ranks; Medvedev named top OHL goalie for November; Four headed to Canada camp; It’s Owen Sound for Teddy Bear Toss Wednesday, Oshawa Friday …
The London Lightning have long rostered Canadian players. But that number has never been lower. Are Canucks pursuing opportunities overseas instead? Will the BSL see more Canadians in the future?