1996 Regular Season
It was another long season in York Mills as Christopher Carr led the Bulls to a brutal 2-16 season and a dead last finish in the league. With no signs of improvement, Carr was relieved of his duties at the end of the year.
The Attack from Pleasantview faltered down the stretch, missing the playoffs along with Brooklynn who failed to maintain momentum from 1995. The Eastdale Sting would finish 7th, just missing the playoffs on a tie-breaker. Sting fans were pleased that the team made improvements and can sense a playoff berth coming if everything falls into place.
The reigning champions just squeaked into the playoffs with a 9-9 record and will travel to Lake Hope to open the playoffs. In the other wild card game, Lake Phoenix will host the Bentley Evergreens at Peachwood Field.
At the top of the standings were the Bayleigh Bluejays who had a great season finishing 12-6 and improving upon a great start from 95. They finish ahead of Calcolo Creek who also get the bye but missed out on top spot going 0-2 against Bayleigh during the regular season.
With the matchups set, it’s time for the 1996 AYF Playoffs! Lake Hope vs. Battlefield and Lake Phoenix vs. Bentley!