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A family legacy in the making: Tigers prospect Aidan Brook boasts impressive Western Hockey League ties
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on September 14th, 2019
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken Aidan Brook is hoping one day he can keep the family tradition alive. While 16-year-old defenceman was released from the Medicine Hat Tigers earlier this week, if and when he does return for a spot on the roster, Brook will help fulfill an incredibly rare piece of family history. “My dad (Dwayne) played here ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Fradette gets chance to shine with start against Rebels
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on September 13th, 2019
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken Evan Fradette will get his chance to shine when the Medicine Hat Tigers drop the puck against the Red Deer Rebels tonight at Westerner Park Centrium. Fradette joined up with the Tigers in a trade with the Portland Winterhawks last week, but the 18-year-old St. Albert product hasn’t been able to show the team ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hamblin, Kemp return to Tigers
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on September 13th, 2019
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken The Medicine Hat Tigers are nearing full strength with the returns of James Hamblin and Brett Kemp from pro camps Thursday. While neither achieved their goal of earning an invitation to main camp with the Toronto Maple Leafs or New York Rangers, respectively, the pair of Tabby forwards still left their mark on the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Slice of the Game: Know when to apply the right swing mechanics
By Trevor Moore on September 12th, 2019
The goal of your golf swing should be to move the club back and through on the same relative path; however, this is not to suggest you should attempt to move your body the same way in both directions to achieve this. Far too often players will hear information about how the arms, shoulders, hips ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Rattlers glowing with confidence ahead of golf season
By Medicine Hat News on September 12th, 2019
There was a lot of chatter between players at Medicine Hat College’s golf team practice Wednesday, and for good reason. After all, this is a team that has the pedigree to get people talking the next few weeks. “For me personally it’s just get out there and play,” said returning player Nicole Schultz. “I’m not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McCoy eying another provincial golf title
By Medicine Hat News on September 12th, 2019
Monsignor McCoy won a provincial golf title last year, and they’re well positioned to repeat after winning the South Zone tournament Wednesday. At Vulcan Golf and Country Club, the boys team of Ryan Hodgins, Jacob Dortin, Sam Bratvold and Owen Burzminski claimed the 3A/4A banner with a score of 211, with the top three scores ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Chyzowski impresses at Jets camp
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on September 12th, 2019
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken He may not have earned a trip to main camp, but Ryan Chyzowski still turned a few heads with the Winnipeg Jets. The 19-year-old Medicine Hat Tigers centre returned to the Gas City Wednesday after competing in all three of Winnipeg’s games at the NHLPA Rookie Showcase in Belleville, Ont. Chyzowski says he’s fired ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!FAME: Project Play aims to keep kids in sport for the long run
By Sonya Brown on September 11th, 2019
The Aspen Institute, an educational and policy studies organization based out of Washington, D.C., recently started an initiative called Project Play. Project Play is a multi-stage effort to provide the thought leadership to build opportunities for all individuals to participate in sport, and encourage active communities that foster a culture of health. You might not ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Derby teams hosting the province
By Medicine Hat News on September 11th, 2019
For all the games they’ve played over the years, roller derby athletes in Alberta have never truly had a provincial championship trophy to gun for. Until now. And wouldn’t you know it, the first squad that gets to hoist it will do so in Medicine Hat. Teams from Calgary, Red Deer, Fort McMurray and Lethbridge ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hat volunteer to get provincial softball award
By Medicine Hat News on September 10th, 2019
A year of growth for the Medicine Hat Minor Softball Association is wrapping up with some well-earned accolades. MHMSA vice-president Jenn Matt has been named a merit award winner by Softball Alberta, having added the role of fundraising coordinator to her plate this year. Meanwhile, the association announced its players, coaches and official of the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Inside the CFL: Labour Day rematches showcased discipline problems
By Graham Kelly on September 10th, 2019
I was recently asked about the origin of the Banjo Bowl. The night before the 2003 West semifinal between the Bombers and Roughriders, Winnipeg placekicker Troy Westwood called the good folks of the land of living skies “banjo-pickin’ inbreds.” Later he said, “I referred to the people of Saskatchewan as a bunch of banjo-pickin’ inbreds. ... Read More »
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