The female team’s route to the title included just one draw, with victories in every other match, the report says. That performance also maintains the group’s recent qualifying form after last year’s run to the final and tournament triumph.
The male team went unbeaten in Sudbury. Without losing a match, the side combined consistency with the collective play highlighted by the club throughout the tournament.
Three-a-side football creates a different test from the traditional game. With fewer players on the court, every possession carries more weight and players must contribute in attack and defence.
For young teams, that pressure can accelerate decision-making, movement and communication. The club has also emphasised the value of relationships within the group, making the tournament success about development as well as trophies.
The female team’s campaign carried an added emotional dimension, with the players dedicating part of their journey to two important people connected to the group. Their names were not disclosed.
The National 3v3 event will move the teams beyond local competition. Facing opponents from different regions of Canada should test whether the habits that delivered titles in Sudbury can withstand unfamiliar styles and stronger variation in opposition.
For now, the next step is preparation. The winter tournament in Toronto will provide the 2016 squads with a national stage, and their unbeaten or near-perfect qualifying form has set a clear standard to carry forward.