Tyler McGregor led Canada to a strong start in the 2025 Para Cup by scoring three goals in a 7-0 victory over China in Dawson Creek, B.C. Liam Hickey contributed two goals, one of which was short-handed, while Dominic Cozzolino and Micah Kovacevich also found the net for Canada.
Expressing his satisfaction with the team’s performance, McGregor praised the physicality and early lead they established. He highlighted the significance of scoring two short-handed goals in the first period and commended the team’s overall success throughout the game.
Corbin Watson, the Canadian goalie, made nine saves to earn a shutout at the Ovintiv Events Centre. With this achievement, Watson became the first goaltender to reach 100 games for Canada’s national Para hockey team, a milestone he deeply cherishes.
Following this victory, the United States defeated the Czech Republic 3-1 in the same tournament. Canada is set to face the Czech team next on Monday at 1 p.m. ET in their upcoming match.