SMITHS FALLS, ON — The Smiths Falls Bears are headed to the Bogart Cup Semi-Finals! Following an electrifying opening round, the Bears have officially set their schedule for a best-of-seven showdown against the Ottawa Junior Senators.
The quest for the 2026 CCHL Championship continues this Friday, April 3rd, as the Bears host Game 1 at the Smiths Falls Memorial Centre. With home-ice advantage secured for the series, the Bears are calling on all fans to pack the arena and show the league why you shouldn’t “poke the bear.”
Semi-Final Series Schedule
| Game | Date | Time | Location |
| Game 1 | Friday, April 3 | 7:30 PM | Smiths Falls Memorial Centre |
| Game 2 | Sunday, April 5 | 7:30 PM | Jim Durrell Sports Complex |
| Game 3 | Tuesday, April 7 | 7:30 PM | Smiths Falls Memorial Centre |
| Game 4 | Wednesday, April 8 | 7:30 PM | Jim Durrell Sports Complex |
| Game 5* | Friday, April 10 | 7:30 PM | Smiths Falls Memorial Centre |
| Game 6* | TBD | TBD | Jim Durrell Sports Complex |
| Game 7* | Tuesday, April 14 | 7:30 PM | Smiths Falls Memorial Centre |
*If necessary
Ticket & Fan Information
Tickets for all home games will be available at the Smiths Falls Memorial Centre box office 1 hour prior to puckdrop. Fans are encouraged to arrive early to support the team during pre-game introductions.
“Our group is focused and ready for the challenge ahead,” said the Bears’ coaching staff. “The atmosphere in Smiths Falls during the playoffs is unmatched, and we need that energy behind us starting Friday night.”
For live updates, behind-the-scenes content, and ticket inquiries, visit the official team website or follow the Bears on social media using the hashtag #DONTPOKETHEBEAR.
