Even though they have never played each other neither team is taking the other lightly.
Thistles team captain Sean Hughes says he expects some very talented competition.
Meanwhile, Kenora head coach John Tressor says that offense is Brantford's specialty.
The same level of respect towards the Thistles is being offered by Chad Spurr who is captain of the Blast, and played with a number of Kenora players while in Junior.
The Renwick Cup gets underway at the Thistles Arena tomorrow night at 7:00.
Games 2 and 3 are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday
The winner will advance to the national championship Allan Cup.