Cochrane’s own Dylan Pighin helped lead the Zone 2 Blaze 19AA ringette team to a national title at the Canadian Ringette Championships in Ottawa this past weekend.
The championships, which began with opening ceremonies on March 30 and concluded on April 5, saw the Blaze go undefeated in eight games.
18-year-old Pighin is a former Cochrane High student and long-time Cochrane Ringette Association player who now leads the 19AA team says it was an unforgettable experience.
“We played teams from all over Canada. It was super fun.”
The Blaze defeated the Quebec Cyclones 6-2 in the gold medal final, capping off an impressive week of competition.
Not only did the Blaze take home the gold, but Pighin also showcased her skills at the championships' skills competition, winning the hardest shot with a powerful 74 mph ring.
She was also named athlete of the game in the gold medal final.
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Pighin’s career in ringette began at a young age when she started playing for the Cochrane Ringette Association in Grade 1.
“My dad didn’t want me to play hockey because I was so small, so my mom put me in ringette,” Pighin recalls.
Looking ahead, Pighin has her sights set on the newly introduced National Ringette League team the Rocky Mountain Rage coming to Cochrane for the 2025/26 season.
“It’s the best of the best. I’m definitely hoping for that opportunity.”
