London Knights Win Memorial Cup 2024 | Championship Recap
The London Knights dominated the 2024 Memorial Cup, securing their third championship title with a decisive 4-1 victory over the Medicine Hat Tigers. denver Barkey’s explosive performance, including two goals in the second period, propelled the Knights to victory.Dale hunter matched the record for the most Memorial Cup wins as coach. Jacob Julien and Easton Cowan also contributed, showcasing the team’s extensive talent.Goalie Austin elliott’s stellar performance further solidified the win for the Ontario Hockey League champions. This triumph underscores the Knights’ commitment and marks a meaningful junior hockey championship milestone. For more details on this exciting victory, check out News Directory 3. Discover what’s next for this dynamic team.
London Knights Capture Memorial Cup Title with Dominant Performance
Updated June 3, 2025
RIMOUSKI, Quebec – The London Knights are the 2024 Memorial Cup champions. Philadelphia Flyers prospect Denver Barkey led the charge with two second-period goals as the Knights defeated the Medicine Hat Tigers 4-1 on Saturday.
Jacob Julien and Easton Cowan also scored for London. Goalie Austin Elliott stopped 31 shots, securing the victory for the Ontario Hockey League champions. This marks the Knights’ third memorial Cup title,adding to their wins in 2005 and 2016. They are owned by former NHL players Dale and Mark Hunter, along with Basil McRae. Dale Hunter also serves as president and coach, while Mark Hunter is the general manager.
The Knights’ road to the championship included a 5-2 semifinal victory against Moncton, avenging an earlier 3-1 loss to Medicine Hat in round-robin play. This win gives Dale Hunter his third title, tying Don Hay’s record for most memorial Cup wins as a coach.
Barkey, London’s captain, expressed his excitement. “This is something I’ll never forget,” Barkey said.”We worked all year toward this, and this is the tightest team I’ve ever played on. To be able to do it with these guys. It’s so surreal. Going to remember this for life.”
Medicine Hat’s Gavin McKenna broke Elliott’s shutout bid in the third period. Harrison Meneghin made 20 saves for the Tigers, who previously won the Memorial Cup in 1987 and 1988.
Tigers coach Willie Desjardins acknowledged the strength of their opponent. “They cared, they tried,” Desjardins said. “Coming in, we only have one problem, that’s London’s a really good hockey team. It wasn’t that we didn’t want it, wasn’t that we didn’t try. They’re just a good team.”
Julien initiated the scoring midway through the first period. Cowan, a Toronto first-round pick, and Barkey then scored within a 1:40 span early in the second. Barkey’s power-play goal with 7:52 remaining in the second period extended london’s lead to 4-0.
The London Knights’ Memorial Cup victory highlights their extraordinary teamwork and skill, solidifying their place in junior hockey history. Denver Barkey’s leadership and scoring ability were crucial to their success in the junior hockey championship.
What’s next
The London Knights will celebrate their Memorial Cup victory and prepare for the upcoming season, aiming to continue their dominance in the Ontario Hockey League.