Former Brandon Wheat King, from Roblin and now calls Brandon home ,Jayce Hawryluk has made a mid season change in Europe. Jayce started the year in Slovakia in Nove Zamky and recently his contract was bought out by EHC Kloten in the top league in Switzerland. Kloten is roughly 15 minutes away from Zurich. Of note Hawryluk informed BDNMB.CA while we were in Europe his favorite meal is seaweed. The staff and mgmt of BDNMB.CA DO NOT agree with his meal preference.

Brandon's Brad Schoonbaert has left Kansas City in the ECHL and has made a deal with one of the top teams in the UK called Cardiff Devils. Former Steinbach Piston and U OF C forward has had a decent start to his pro career in the ECHL with Kansas City. Click on this story from Cardiff Devils https://www.cardiffdevils.com/news/devils-add-forward-brad-schoonbaert/

The Brandon Wheat Kings have completed a trade with the Tri-City Americans, acquiring forward Jordan Gavin and Defenceman Merrek Arpin, in exchange for 2006-born defenceman Charlie Elick and a 3rd round pick in the 2026 Western Hockey League (WHL) Draft. Jordan Gavin, a former 2nd overall WHL draft pick, has 14 goals and 16 assists for 30 points in 35 games this season. A dynamic forward known for his offensive ability, he has a point per game player in 2023-24. Gavin also won a Gold Medal with Team Canada at the 2023-24 Hlinka Gretzky Cup. His speed and playmaking skills will add depth to the Wheat Kings’ forward corps. Standing a towering 6 foot 4 inches, Merrek Arpin, a versatile player with a strong two-way game, brings a solid presence to the ice and is expected to provide valuable contributions at both ends of the rink. “We’re thrilled to add Jordan and Merrek to our team,” said Brandon Wheat Kings General Manager and Head Coach, Marty Murray. “Both players have a lot of upside and will complement the style of play we’re looking to build. This trade strengthens our roster as we focus on the rest of this season and beyond.” In return, the Wheat Kings part ways with Charlie Elick, a 2006-born defenceman who has been a steady presence on the blue line. Drafted 3rd overall in the same draft as Jordan Gavin, Charlie has suited up for the Wheat Kings in 171 regular season and playoff games, putting up 50 points. The Wheat Kings thank Charlie for his contributions to the team and wish him the best of luck with the Tri-City Americans. “This was a difficult decision, but we believe it’s a trade that benefits both teams, and all players involved” said Marty Murray. “We wish Charlie all the best as he moves forward in his development with Tri-City. He’s a skilled player, and we are confident he will continue to grow. We are also extremely excited for the future this trade brings to our team in adding Jordan and Merrek.” The Wheat Kings also send a 3rd round pick in the 2026 WHL Draft to Tri-City as part of the deal. WHL Trade Deadline is Thursday, January 9th. Next on-ice action for the team is Friday night, when the new look Wheat Kings take on the Portland Winterhawks.

Carson Bjarnason, the standout goaltender for the Brandon Wheat Kings, has earned a prestigious spot on Canada’s National Junior Team roster for the 2025 IIHF World Junior Championship. The tournament takes place  in Ottawa from December 26 to January 5. Bjarnason’s selection comes as no surprise to those who have followed his meteoric rise in the hockey world. The 19-year-old goaltender from Carberry, Manitoba, has consistently impressed scouts and fans alike with his agility, poise, and game-changing saves. This season with the Wheat Kings, Bjarnason has been a cornerstone of his team’s success, boasting a stellar save percentage and several highlight-reel performances. Bjarnason, drafted in the second round, 51st overall, by the Philadelphia Flyers in the 2024 NHL Draft, has continued to develop his skills in the Western Hockey League. His leadership and consistent play have made him a fan favorite in Brandon and a respected figure in Canadian junior hockey circles. Team Canada opens their campaign against Finland on Thursday, December 26. Check out the 2⃣5⃣ players who will wear the 🍁 at the #WorldJuniors in Ottawa! 🇨🇦 Voici les 2⃣5⃣ joueurs qui arboreront la 🍁 au #MondialJunior à Ottawa! 🇨🇦 ROSTER: https://t.co/rkEYGrNFYr FORMATION : https://t.co/aaliYCMONH pic.twitter.com/JFDvmr9tYG — Hockey Canada (@HockeyCanada) December 13, 2024

Vincent Massey High School is proud to congratulate our Varsity Girls Volleyball team on their outstanding win and becoming the 2024 Provincial Volleyball Champions! In the past two decades, Vincent Massey has competed in the finals four times but have never been successful in bringing home the win. This year, they not only held the #1 spot in the 4A division but also had a 50-2 record for the season and for the first time in school history, they are the Provincial Champions. Grade 12 student, Jersey Hansen-Young was named the MVP. Hannah McGregor, grade 10, and Zoe Price, grade 12, both received all-star awards. Leila Bekkering served up an ace to clinch the second set 28-26. Kypling Black finished the third set with an ace for the Vikings. While Payton Oakden dished out the sets and put pressure on the Collège Jeanne-Sauvé's Olympiens with her tough serves. Georgia Hall was relentless on defense and did not let CJS's left side score in the fourth set. The team would like to thank everyone who travelling to Winnipeg to cheer them on during provincials, the fan support was amazing! A special thank you to Mr. DeGroot and Mrs. Redekop for organizing the fan bus for the semi-finals and finals. Congratulations on a hard-fought season and a well-deserved victory!