jack Bionda shootout

About the Tournament

The Jack Bionda Shootout has been welcoming teams from across Ontario for many years and is traditionally held on the second weekend of July. The tournament is named in honour of John Arthur James “Jack” Bionda (1933–1999), one of the most dominant players in the history of Canadian lacrosse.

Born in Huntsville, Ontario, Bionda developed a passion for lacrosse at a young age, often practicing for hours each day. His talent quickly set him apart, leading the Brampton Excelsiors to a 1952 Minto Cup victory before his 19th birthday. Throughout the 1950s and early 1960s, Bionda was a true superstar, earning multiple league scoring titles and starring for elite teams including the Victoria Shamrocks, New Westminster Salmonbellies, and Nanaimo Timbermen.

Bionda won the Mann Cup multiple times and was twice named series MVP, cementing his legacy as one of the game’s all-time greats. He later returned to Ontario to play for the Huntsville Hawks and remained a proud member of his hometown community.