2018 Memorial Cup facts for kids
| Regina, Saskatchewan | |
| Host team | Regina Pats |
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| Venue | Brandt Centre |
| Champions | Acadie–Bathurst Titan |
| Duration | May 18–27, 2018 |
| Number of teams | 4 |
| Total attendance | 49,091 |
| Television | Sportsnet, TVA Sports |
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The 2018 Memorial Cup was a big ice hockey tournament for junior teams. It happened in Regina, Saskatchewan, from May 18 to May 27, 2018. This was a very special year because it was the 100th time this championship was held! The tournament decided the best junior hockey team in Canada. Four teams competed to win the famous Memorial Cup trophy. The games took place at the Brandt Centre in Regina.
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What is the Memorial Cup?
The Memorial Cup is one of the oldest and most important trophies in junior ice hockey. It is awarded every year to the champion team of the Canadian Hockey League (CHL). The CHL is made up of three major junior hockey leagues across Canada. These leagues are the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League (QMJHL), and the Western Hockey League (WHL).
Why is it called the Memorial Cup?
The trophy was first given out in 1919. It was created to honor the Canadian soldiers who died during World War I. Later, it also honored those who died in other wars. It is a way to remember their bravery and sacrifice.
How the Tournament Works
The Memorial Cup tournament brings together four top junior hockey teams. One team is the host team, which means they get to play in their home city. The other three teams are the champions from each of Canada's major junior leagues: the OHL, QMJHL, and WHL.
Playing the Games
The tournament uses a "round-robin" format. This means every team plays against every other team once. After these games, the teams are ranked based on how many wins they have. The top teams then move on to the playoff rounds.
The Final Game
The two best teams play in the championship game. The winner of this final game gets to lift the Memorial Cup trophy! It is a very exciting event for young hockey players and fans.
The 2018 Memorial Cup Teams
The 2018 tournament was the 100th time the Memorial Cup was played. It was hosted by the Regina Pats from the WHL. The other teams were the champions of their leagues:
- The Acadie–Bathurst Titan from the QMJHL
- The Hamilton Bulldogs from the OHL
- The Swift Current Broncos from the WHL
Who Won the 2018 Cup?
The Acadie–Bathurst Titan won the 2018 Memorial Cup! They played very well throughout the tournament. Their victory was a big moment for their team and their fans.
Images for kids
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The Memorial Cup trophy, on display at the 2015 Memorial Cup tournament in Quebec City
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The Brandt Centre, host arena of the 100th Memorial Cup tournament
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The J. Ross Robertson Cup, championship trophy of the OHL
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The President's Cup, championship trophy of the QMJHL
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The Ed Chynoweth Cup, championship trophy of the WHL
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Hap Emms Memorial Trophy, awarded to Kaden Fulcher as the best goaltender in the Memorial Cup tournament
