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Inside the CFL: Stampeders looks to bounce back from frustrating season
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 1st, 2023
sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews If one word could sum up the Calgary Stampeders 2022 season it would be ‘frustrating.’ After a slow start in 2021, head coach Dave Dickenson was determined to get out of the starting gate quickly. They won their first four games, ultimately finishing 12-6. But among those six losses were three to first-place Winnipeg ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Steen signs WHL deal with Tigers
By JAMES TUBB on June 1st, 2023
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb Riley Steen had one goal for the Medicine Hat Tigers prospects camp – make an impression. It’s safe to say the defenceman achieved it. The WHL club announced Wednesday they had signed Steen to a WHL Scholarship & Development Agreement. The Penticton product was selected in the sixth round, 127th overall by the Tigers ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mavericks beat Weyburn on Wednesday for second straight victory
By James Tubb on May 31st, 2023
After not winning their first three games, the Medicine Hat Mavericks have strung together a pari of wins. The Mavericks won 6-4 in Weyburn for their second straight win against the Beavers. Medicine Hat entered the contest off the heels of a 13-7 victory on Tuesday in Weyburn. Both team’s pitchers took over the first ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Colts hope to carry momentum into postseason action
By JAMES TUBB on May 31st, 2023
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The McCoy Colts look to continue their hot play as they enter the playoffs. The Colts won their last three Alberta Premiere Baseball League regular season contests and look to continue that momentum as they get their playoffs started tonight. The Colts, who finished the regular season in a three-way tie for second place ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!First place Hawks look to repeat as provincial champs
By JAMES TUBB on May 31st, 2023
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Medicine Hat High Hawks senior baseball team has been eying up the opportunity to repeat as provincial champions, and they take the first step tonight. The Hawks open their Alberta Premiere Baseball League playoffs tonight at 5:30 p.m. at Jeffries field against the Chinook High School Coyotes. Head coach Cam Rittinger says they ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Talons approach playoffs with ‘Last Dance’ mentality
By JAMES TUBB on May 31st, 2023
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Eagle Butte Talons senior baseball team is gearing up to give their seniors one last taste of action. The Talons head into the Alberta Premiere Baseball League playoffs in the sixth seed and are set to face the Lethbridge Collegiate Institute Rams. Talons head coach Austin Bonnet says he’s excited for his seniors. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Monarchs win championship at locally held tournament
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 31st, 2023
sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The Medicine Hat Moose Monarchs added a new medal to their trophy case this weekend. The U18 American Legion baseball team took first place in a locally held tournament this weekend, beating the Webber Wildcats prep team 8-6 in the finals on Sunday. The Monarchs overcame a first inning 4-0 lead from the Wildcats ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!YMCA setting up June 17th events
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on May 31st, 2023
sports@medicinehatnews.com@MedicineHatNews The YMCA of Medicine Hat tee’d up some fundraising events for June 17. The YMCA is hosting its 38th annual River Run and the second annual Sticks on First Street Hockey tournament. The River Run, which offers runs of 3 km, 5 km, 10 km or a half marathon, is held to support the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rucks signing with Tigers a family affair
By JAMES TUBB on May 31st, 2023
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb Much like the Fast and Furious movie franchise, Sunday was a day all about family for the two newest Medicine Hat Tigers. Twin brothers Liam and Markus Ruck signed their WHL Scholarship and Development Agreements with the Tigers following the club’s prospects camp over the weekend. The duo of first-round picks in the 2023 ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mavericks pick up first win of season
By James Tubb on May 30th, 2023
Get rid of the goose egg, the Medicine Hat Mavericks have their first victory of 2023. The Mavericks got themselves in the win column Tuesday with a 13-8 victory in Weyburn against the Beavers to kick off their three-game Saskatchewan road trip. Medicine Hat hit the road coming off the heels of a winless opening ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers prospect camp a successful weekend
By JAMES TUBB on May 30th, 2023
jtubb@medicinehatnews.com@ReporterTubb The Medicine Hat Tigers had their first opportunity to see their 2023 WHL draft class in person and in their colours. The Tigers had 24 players take part in the camp, with participants from their most recent draft, U.S. drafts and other rookies showcase their skills and take in the presentations. Head coach and ... Read More »
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