On September 20th, the Brandon Disc Golf Club (BDGC) hosted the grand opening of Assiniboine Ridge Disc Golf Course at Canada Games Park. Over 30 players from across Manitoba competed on the newly installed 9-hole course, marking a milestone for recreational sport in Brandon. The event welcomed players, families, and community members with a free BBQ, games, and chances to try disc golf firsthand. Spectators enjoyed tournament action and learned more about the accessibility and appeal of the sport. The course was made possible through generous community support, led by Assiniboine Credit Union (ACU), whose major financial contribution laid the groundwork for the course’s completion. Representatives from ACU attended the opening, underscoring their commitment to investing in inclusive, community-driven recreation. ACU Board Member Jane Brown reflected on how support for this project represents the credit union principles in action. “Supporting organizations like the Brandon Disc Golf Club and the installation of the Assiniboine Ridge Disc Golf Course, invests in the health of our community; it provides equitable access to recreation and offers an opportunity for people to connect and build friendships,” said Brown.     Westman Ultimate Disc League (WUDL) also contributed significantly, joining a notable group of local organizations, businesses, and individuals who helped fund the project. The City of Brandon Parks & Recreation Services played an instrumental role from start to finish. Their enthusiasm, hands-on support, and collaboration were key to the successful installation of the course. “This course is the result of community coming together,” said Sharon Enns, President of the Brandon Disc Golf Club. “We are so grateful to our supporters for making this dream a reality and for helping create a space that’s already bringing people together.” The Assiniboine Ridge Disc Golf Course is free to play and open to all, offering an easy way for families and individuals to stay active and enjoy the outdoors. “The response has been incredible. Every week, more people are out playing, and it’s clear the sport is gaining momentum in Brandon,” Enns said. BDGC looks forward to hosting future tournaments and events, and encourages newcomers to give the sport a try. For more information, visit brandondgc.ca or contact info@brandondgc.ca.

Next Trimester Nursing Co. Opens First Feeding Studio in Westman Brandon families now have a new resource for expert prenatal and infant feeding support, thanks to the expansion of Next Trimester Nursing Co. Founded by local Registered Nurses Adrienne McNish and Jaiclyn Parsonage, Next Trimester Nursing Co. (formerly Baby Bump Prenatal) has been a leading source of education and support for expectant and new parents across Manitoba for the past decade. Next Trimester Nursing Co. has opened the region’s first Feeding Studio inside Dynamic Physiotherapy Clinic at 1100 Richmond Avenue, in Brandon. The studio offers a private, welcoming space where families can receive personalized lactation support from a nursing team of Certified Breastfeeding Specialists and International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs). The Feeding Studio is now officially open and welcoming bookings from families across Westman. “We know how many families in our community have been needing this kind of support, and we’re so excited to finally be able to offer it,” says McNish. “Feeding can be one of the more stressful parts of early parenting, and our goal is to ensure families feel supported, cared for, and confident every step of the way.” In addition to the Feeding Studio, Next Trimester Nursing Co. continues to offer a wide range of prenatal and postpartum services. These include prenatal classes offered in both small-group and private settings, for both the first-time and experienced parents. Offerings also include workshops focused on newborn safety and emergency care, as well as feeding education through group workshops and one-on-one sessions. Parsonage emphasizes that accessibility and community connection are at the heart of their work. “Having support that is flexible and accessible can make all the difference in those early days. Our passion has always been supporting families through the big transitions of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Our Feeding Studio is an extension of that — a space built entirely around supporting parents and their babies.” For more information about Westman’s first Feeding Studio, please visit: https://www.nexttrimester.com/feedingstudio or by following Next Trimester Nursing Co. on social media.

Loughlan McMullan has been traded to the Drayton Valley Thunder of the AJHL. Last season McMullan suited up for the Northern Manitoba Blizzard of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. Prior to joining the Blizzard, he was a part of the Brandon Wheat Kings U18AAA club that won the Manitoba Provincial Championship in 2023-24. Brandon’s Kasia Baranyk was honored as the Top Infielder at a recent national softball tournament. Baranyk (Westman Magic U15) suited up for the U15 Eastman Wildcats, helping them finish 4th in the tournament which was held in Winkler and Morden. Brandon’s own Mike Raimbault has been named the new head coach and general manager of the Winnipeg Sea Bears. Raimbault, who has built a strong reputation in basketball through his years of coaching success at the University of Winnipeg, will now take the reins of the Canadian Elite Basketball League franchise. Raimbault played his college basketball in Brandon and later joining the Brandon University coaching staff, Reese Shutte and Danica Averil have been named to Manitoba’s 2025 Women’s Under-18 Program of Excellence Top-24 roster. Shutte suited up for the U18 AAA Westman Wildcats last season while Averill spent the season with the U18 AAA Female Wheat Kings. The WSHL wrapped up their 2025 season recently and the Vionell Property Barons claimed the Division 1 title, while the College Hockey Family Advisors squad captured the 2nd division title. The Division crown was won by Wendy's. Former Brandon Wheat King forward Matt Henry has signed a pro contract with the Tulsa Oilers for the 2025-26 hockey season. The rugged forward spent two season in Brandon racking up 240 penalty minutes in just 94 games. At the Glen Lea Golf Course over the long weekend, Evan Nachtigall shoot a 60 from the white tees setting a new course record in the process. The previous course record, a 61, was recorded in June of 2006 by Ryan Robson.

Clear Lake once again played host to one of Manitoba’s most celebrated summer sporting traditions as the Tamarack Golf Tournament teed off this past week. The annual event, held at the picturesque Clear Lake Golf Course, drew hundreds of golfers and spectators to Riding Mountain National Park. Grady Chuback won the 2025 Tamarack men’s golf tournament.  Chubak defeated Ross Sheard in the final at the Clear Lake golf course. Chubak started the championship shooting a 75 and 73 in his opening qualifying rounds, leaving 7th overall. He then disposed of Kolby Day, Greg Misener, and Cal Vanderschuit prior to meeting Sheard in Saturdays championship match. Additional winners include: “Keith Fawcett” - Masters. “Jordan Trotter and Jared Jacobson” - Men’s Scramble. “Larrie Kid” - Seniors. “Jayne Toop and Jody Bieber” - Ladies Scramble, and “Hunter Oakden” - Juniors. Results for the entire tournament can be viewed here.

The Boissevain Centennials beat the Oak River Dodgers in the finals of the SouthWest Baseball League to capture their 4th consecutive league championship. Scott Beever (Rivers Comets) was voted as the leagues MVP, while Connor Martin (Boissevain Centennials) was named the rookie of the year. Additional award winners can be found at the following link. Brandon’s own Brad Schoonbaert is heading overseas once again, signing with the Dundee Stars of the Elite Ice Hockey League (EIHL) in the United Kingdom. The 27-year-old forward, known for his offensive skill and playmaking ability, most recently played for the Cardiff Devils in the EIHL. Schoonbaert’s hockey journey includes: 2 seasons with the U18AAA Wheat Kings, three seasons in Steinbach in the MJHL, 4 years at the University of Calgary, and time in the ECHL. The Wheat City Golf Course recently their club championship in a number of different divisions. The 18-hole stroke play event included divisions for men's, ladies, senior men's, and junior boys’ members. Men’s Club Champion – Matt Moore Ladies Club Champion – Shauna Danyluk Senior Club Champion – Trevor Peters Junior Club Champion – Hunter Oakden Brandon AAA Marlins Carter McCannel & Beckett Boguski were selected to represent Manitoba on the 14U Provincial Team. Brady Baranyk, Emmitt Bell, Kale Nicol, and Ari Lang are 13U Marlins players who were named Baseball Manitoba All-Stars. The Winnipeg Lightening upended Smitty's Terminators 3-2 to claim the U19 Western Canadian Softball Championship title which was held in Brandon over the weekend.