The return of intermediate, or "Town Team,” hockey, after the 2nd World War was appropriately sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion; as the lineup was almost entirely made of veterans. The club played on outdoor rinks until the Woodstock Indoor Community Arena became a reality in the season of 1954-1955. As Legionnaires the club won Valley League honors, were N.B. finalists in 1959-1960, and Provincial Champions from 1960-1962.

In 1963-1964 Karnes Bakery became involved with the club. With this sponsorship, the support of local radio, print media, the local player base, players transferring to the area in their employment, and a dedicated management team, the team enjoyed much success through the 1960’s, 70’s to club disbandment during the early 1980’s. Most prominent of seasons for the Karnes were N.B./P.E.I. Championship in 1963-1964 and the repeat Provincial title in 1964-1965.

The 1963-1964 club fell short of a Maritime title, being defeated by a strong Cornwallis Navy squad 10 to 8 in a total goal series.

1963-1964 Season Summary

Karnes played the regular season in the Central N.B. League with Fredericton Capitals, U.N.B. Red Devils, and St. Andrews Senators. Karnes won the league pennant. Post-season play saw the Capitals on to senior play, the Red Devils to Intercollegiate, and Senators and Karnes take the intermediate trail.

N.B. Semi Finals - First Round

·   Woodstock defeated Silverwood Colts 3 games to 1

·   Andrews defeated Lancaster Martello’s 3 games to 2

 N.B. Finals

·   Woodstock defeated St. Andrews 3 games to 1

N.B./P.E.I. Finals at Summerside

·   Woodstock Borden Nationals tied at 9

At Woodstock

·   Woodstock 10 - Borden 6, Woodstock wins the two game total series 19-15

Maritime Finals

·   Cornwallis Naval Base Cougars 8 - Woodstock 5

·   Woodstock 3 Cornwallis 2

·   Cornwallis wins the two game total goal series 10 to 8