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Ready for some great matchups at the rodeo
By RYAN MCCRACKEN on July 25th, 2019
rmccracken@medicinehatnews.com@MHNMcCracken Wacey Finkbeiner has been watching Pink Panther for a while. No, not the cartoon, or the Peter Sellers classic – one of the rankest bulls that stock contractor Kesler Championship Rodeo has to offer. After keeping tabs on the beast for some time, Finkbeiner will finally get the chance to ride Pink Panther when ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mavericks win rain-shortened game in Edmonton
By Medicine Hat News on July 25th, 2019
A scary moment, a couple laughable ones and an early finish were all part of the Medicine Hat Mavericks’ 8-2 win in Edmonton Wednesday. Rain shortened the game to just six innings before being called official, a boon considering the Mavs had to drive all the way to Swift Current tonight for their next game. ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Martin middle of the pack at golf nationals in Red Deer
By Medicine Hat News on July 24th, 2019
Alberta champion Becky Martin began her Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship well Tuesday, but a rough back nine has her mid-way down the leaderboard. The Medicine Hat golfer shot a 2-over par 74 at Red Deer Golf and Country Club, tied for 46th in the 155-player field. She was 2-under through five holes but four bogeys ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Majors all-stars in must-win mode
By Medicine Hat News on July 24th, 2019
It’s crunch time for the Medicine Hat all-stars at Alberta Little League baseball championships. The 12-under majors division team lost 8-2 to Fish Creek Tuesday in Calgary, falling to 2-3 in the seven-team round robin with one game left. They need to win it to crack the top-four and remain in the hunt for a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!FAME: Lots of options to get out in the sun this summer
By Kristina Segall on July 24th, 2019
One of the main reasons I love living in the city of Medicine Hat is the amount of sunshine we receive! In one year we get 2,544 hours of sunshine! You know what that means? Lots of opportunities to get outside and get active! I’m going to share with you 10 outdoor activities you can ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mavericks fall to Prospects in Edmonton Tuesday night
By Medicine Hat News on July 24th, 2019
The Medicine Hat Mavericks dropped a 9-5 decision in Edmonton Tuesday after a couple days off. No official statistics were available from the game, which saw the Prospects get out of some key jams and take advantage of their chances. Starter Evan Sutta took the loss for the Mavs, giving up four runs on four ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Drag strip’s National Open weekend winners reported by association
By Medicine Hat News on July 24th, 2019
The Medicine Hat Drag Racing Association released winners from this past weekend’s National Open Tuesday. Saturday’s winners were: Todd Fleck (super quick), Darrel Deitz (stock/SS combo), Kurt Schultz (super comp), Rory Moser (super gas), James Elliott (super street), Danny Holmedal (S/pro), Braydan Heroux (pro), Janice Vessey (sportsman), Adam Hettler (bike), Tanner Gaetz (junior lightning), Kiandra ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Peterson a referee on the rise
By SEAN ROONEY on July 24th, 2019
srooney@medicinehatnews.com@MHNRooney Of all the places boxing has taken Wade Peterson, being in the centre of the ring with Vladimir Putin looking on has got to be one of the most unexpected. The 53-year-old from Medicine Hat is off to Peru this week to referee at the Pan-American Games, fresh off a busy time at the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Hat lawn bowling teams do well at home tourney
By Medicine Hat News on July 23rd, 2019
Showcasing a club on the rise, the Medicine Hat Memorial Lawn Bowling Tournament was dominated by host teams even if they weren’t in the majority. Despite nine of 14 squads coming from out of town, two sets of locals battled for the championship trophy Sunday. The family team of Barb, Curt and their son Eric ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Watson faster at London meet
By Medicine Hat News on July 23rd, 2019
Sage Watson continued her summer at the Diamond League event in London, England Sunday with a season-best time. The SevSage Watson continued her summer at the Diamond League event in London, England Sunday with a season-best time. The Seven Persons-born 400 metre hurdles specialist wound up seventh in the eight-woman race in a time of ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cubs unveil jerseys, captain
By SEAN ROONEY on July 23rd, 2019
Edit: The original version of this story incorrectly spelled Tavin Stadnicki’s name. srooney@medicinehatnews.com@MHNRooney Last year the Medicine Hat Cubs had a new attitude. This fall they’re adding new duds. The junior B hockey team unveiled orange and black jerseys Monday to accompany their recently redone logo, along with the announcement of Tavin Stadnicki as the ... Read More »
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