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43 Friday , D ecem ber 24, 2010 O A KVILLE BEA V ER w w w .o akvillebeaver .co m (RBC Cup) and everyones working hard. When we get to the arena, everyone knows what were doing. Pat Sitko, a defenceman acquired from the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey Leagues Flin Flon Bombers recently, has also sparked the offence, particularly on the power play. Hes a big asset. A great offen- sively-skilled player and real well liked in the dressing room, Jooris added. Defensively, the Blades remain one of the stingiest teams in the entire league. Oakville has allowed just 96 goals so far, 31 less than any other of its division rivals and the fourth-fewest in the 31-team loop. We have two (goalies) that can play, Thompson said, referring to Daniel Savelli and James Prigione. And our defence knows whats up. They do video work every day and any mistake there is, they correct. Defensively, theyre great. With things going so well, the Christmas break doesnt come at an ideal time. The Blades arent sched- uled to play again until Jan. 6, when they visit the Brampton Capitals. Yeah, but it will be good for guys to go home with their families and take a little break, Rivait said. NOTES: Lysaght scored twice in Wednesdays victory, while Josh Ranalli, Karius and Thompson added singles... Oakville was whis- tled for three minor penalties while the Raiders took nine. Two of the Blades goals came on the power play... Georgetown (23-10- 3) has lost four of its last six games... The Raiders donated pro- ceeds from Wednesdays ticket sales to the Georgetown Hospital Foundation. Defence continues to rank among the leagues best Continued from page 41 After a several-year hiatus, the Oakville Blades are bringing back their mascot, Bandit. And theyre looking for some- one to fill the role. Bandit, a cross between a lov- able bear and mischievous rac- coon, will lead the Blades into bat- tle at their home games, entertain fans and be available for communi- ty and sponsorship appearances. The mascot went missing when the Blades home rink switched names from Dominion Twin Rinks to Joshuas Creek Arenas several years ago. For more information or to book a tryout, contact Dave Robinson at 416-347-3845 or Joe Laise at 647-998-6137. Blades searching for BanditLEADING THE CHARGE: Defenceman Pat Sitko (right), has helped the Oakville Blades generate more offence lately, par- ticularly on the power play. Meanwhile, goal- tenders Daniel Savelli (bottom photo, in blue) and James Prigione have backstopped the Blades to the con- ferences lowest goals-against total this season. PHOTOS BY MICHELLE SIU / OAKVILLE BEAVER