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I think a perception exists is that playing in the ECHL is a very good paying job and glamorous at the same time...well both of those assumptions are not correct. Salaries range from $575.00 to $1,100.00 USD per week.   Players do get free rent included in their contracts. Brandon’s Jordan Stallard, a former Winnipeg Jets… December 27, 2023

The Portland Winterhawks November 30 announced the signing of defensemen Cole Slobodian to a Western Hockey League (WHL) Scholarship and Development Agreement. The 2006 born Slobodian has 4 points (2g, 2a) in 24 games to date this season with the MJHL's Virden Oil Capitals. Prior to joining Virden, he spent two seasons patrolling the blueline… December 4, 2023

The Brandon Wheat Kings, a renowned hockey team deeply rooted in the community, are thrilled to announce a unique and exciting event that will pay homage to the rich fishing heritage of the region. For one night only, the team will be known as the Wheat City Walleye. On Friday night, the Wheat City Walleye… November 28, 2023

The Brandon Wheat Kings have announced that the team is partnering with four local minor hockey teams once again to raise funds to support player development through the the second Brandon Wheat Kings Progressive 50/50 of the season. The first Progressive 50/50 pot of $52,730 was won by 21-year-old Mackenzie Phillips who planned to make… November 8, 2023

The Vincent Massey Vikings AAAA Varsity Boys football team recently captured the 2023 VIDRUK BOWL PLAYOFF-AAAA DIVISION title with a convincing 30-0 victory over the Sturgeon Heights Huskies. The win helped the Vikings claim their third consecutive 4A division 2 Vidruk Provincial Championship. Prior to advancing to Thursday finals, they defeated the Garden City Gophers… November 4, 2023