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WHL Cup cancelled
By Medicine Hat News on November 26th, 2020
The 2020 WHL Cup has been called off. The Western Hockey League announced the decision to cancel the U16 provincial tournament Wednesday, stating it was made in partnership with BC Hockey, Hockey Alberta, the Saskatchewan Hockey Association and Hockey Manitoba. “With the uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus pandemic, the decision was made with the health and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Svejkovsky to open eCup against Hodder
By Medicine Hat News on November 26th, 2020
Medicine Hat Tigers forward Lukas Svejkovsky will be in the limelight when the virtual puck drops on the Memorial eCup this Saturday. The 18-year-old Point Roberts, Wash., product will be the first to face off against one of the e-sports hockey tournament’s four special guests in WHL graduate Zach Hodder – who spent 35 games ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Getting noticed: SAHA goalie Andres listed by Hitmen days after Weiss listed by Winterhawks
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on November 26th, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken South Alberta Hockey Academy’s Marek Andres became the second goaltender on his team to be listed by a Western Hockey League club last week. The Calgary Hitmen officially added the 17-year-old Hatter to their system just a few days after Andres’ SAHA tandem partner, Bodee Weiss, was listed by the Portland Winterhawks. “It feels ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McGough camp postponed
By Medicine Hat News on November 25th, 2020
Connor McGough’s charity camp for defensive linemen has been postponed due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases. The Calgary Stampeders defensive end and Crescent Heights alumnus made the decision Tuesday afternoon, but indicated it will still be held down the road. “With the rise in cases in Medicine Hat and each high school possessing ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hockey Fans in Training aims to get middle-aged male Tiger supporters in shape together
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on November 25th, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken Male Medicine Hat Tigers fans between the ages of 35 and 65 will have the chance to improve their health and achieve an active lifestyle within a community of like-minded sports nuts through Hockey Fans in Training. The free 12-week program is currently operating a research study through the University of Western Ontario, and ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!The bears just want to fly: Parking lot Teddy Bear Toss slated for Sunday at Co-op Place
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on November 24th, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken There won’t be any bears flying onto the ice, but fans can still toss those teddies they’ve been saving for a good cause this weekend. A special drive-thru teddy bear toss is lined up for Sunday afternoon from 2-4 p.m. in the parking lot at Co-op Place – formerly the Canalta Centre. It may ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Inside the CFL: All that could have been
By Graham Kelly on November 21st, 2020
My beautiful wife Lorena and I were planning to enjoy the sights and culinary delights of Hamilton this week, culminating in the playing of the 108th Grey Cup between the hometown Tabbies and the Saskatchewan Roughriders. I covered Grey Cups 1974-77 and 1979 through 2019 for the News, a 40-year streak ended by COVID-19. Tonight ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Svejkovsky ready to grab controller for Memorial eCup
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on November 21st, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken Lukas Svejkovsky may be known best for his skill with a stick, but his thumbs might be as quick as his hands. The Medicine Hat Tigers centre has been selected to represent his Tabbies at the Canadian Hockey League’s Memorial eCup – a 64-team e-sports hockey tournament featuring a player from all 60 CHL ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!A future in the game: Vikings middle linebacker Brian Davies commits to University of Alberta
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on November 21st, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken Brian Davies is following in his coach’s footsteps. The Crescent Heights Vikings middle linebacker and defensive end signed a letter of intent with the University of Alberta Golden Bears this week, putting Davies down the same path as his high school head coach, Sean Davis – and there’s no place he’d rather be. “I ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rroary to the rescue: Tabby mascot helping raise money for Santa Claus Fund through WHL T’s for Toys
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on November 20th, 2020
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken There may be no Teddy Bear Toss this December, but fans of the Medicine Hat Tigers can still help make Christmas a little brighter for local families by participating in the Western Hockey League T’s for Toys campaign. The initiative puts all 22 of the league’s mascots front and centre with their very own ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Tigers mourn passing of Dean McArthur
By Medicine Hat News on November 20th, 2020
Former Medicine Hat Tigers alternate captain Dean McArthur passed away last Thursday at White Bear First Nation, Sask. He was 57 years old. McArthur spent parts of three seasons with the Tigers from 1981-82 to 83-84. Over that span, the imposing right-winger registered 31 goals and 34 assists while racking up 195 penalty minutes in ... Read More »
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