The first ever North American VOLT hockey tournament took place this weekend at Variety Village in southwest Scarborough and the Westman Volt Hockey team captured Gold in the Division 2 Championship. Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, and Boston were among the teams competing in the tournament over the weekend.  The tournament was presented by the Maple Leafs Alumni Association and both tournament play and the officiating team was organized by the Greater Toronto Hockey League (GTHL). "VOLT hockey is an inclusive, accessible form of hockey, with a specifically designed hockey sport chair played by people with a variety of disabilities, particularly those with limited upper mobility." The first Canadian VOLT hockey team launched in Toronto in 2016, while the Westman Volt Hockey program took flight in Brandon in September of 2022.

At a tournament held in Brandon, The Wheatland Wild Gold team capped off a successful weekend Sunday by defeating the PV Heat Gold 10-9 for the Dual At The Den championship title in the 2011 age group. The game went into overtime before Joshua Kohler potted his 4th goal of the game for the Wild to secure the victory. Kelson Hawreluik (3), Owen Light, Brody Young, and Bryer Loose also scored for the Wild. Seth Bennett picked up the win in net registering 41 saves.  Replying for the Heat was Mason Auger (2), Brock Vodden (2), Easton Pitz (2), Gavin Gacutan, Evan Vigier, and Mason Froese. 

The Brandon Wheat Kings Hockey Club and broadcast partner Q Country 91.5 Radio announced that they have parted ways with Director of Media Relations and Radio Play-by-Play Host Chase Johnston. A last-minute addition to our 2022-23 broadcast team, Chase worked very hard to embrace the Wheat King’s rich history and the community of fans that follow them,” offered Q Country Program Director, Rac’ Carney. “We know his vivid on-air descriptions will soon serve to raise the excitement level of broadcasts enjoyed by fans in other markets.” “I would like to thank the crew at Q Country and the Wheat Kings organization for giving me the opportunity to do what I love, and I look forward to following the Wheat Kings from a distance next season,” said Johnston. “We would like to thank Chase for his contributions to the team and wish him luck in his future endeavours,” said Wheat Kings General Manager, Marty Murray. The search for the new “voice” of the Brandon Wheat Kings begins immediately.

Brandon, MB – Today, the City of Brandon hosted an official ground-breaking ceremony to mark the beginning of major construction for the Outdoor Field Sports Complex (OFSC), located at 1st Street & Veterans Way.   The Outdoor Field Sports Complex will include: a FIFA-sized soccer field with lighting 11 x 11 soccer fields a dedicated 9 x 9 soccer field a cricket pitch a field house to include washrooms, change rooms, concession, and multi-use space a maintenance facility The Government of Canada is contributing up to $3.9 million, and the Province of Manitoba is contributing up to $4.1 million toward eligible project costs. The City of Brandon is contributing up to $3.4 million toward the Outdoor Field Sports Complex.  “Today, we are putting shovels in the ground for the start of a project that will impact Brandon in a great way. By investing in recreational infrastructure, our government is growing our country’s economy and improving the lives of Canadians in communities big and small.”  The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities.  “Our government is proud to collaborate on projects that will improve the quality of life for Manitobans and support the continued growth of our communities and economy. This world-class facility will be a welcome attraction and economic driver for the City of Brandon and the Westman region, and will provide our youth and sport enthusiasts with the opportunity to pursue their athletic dreams.”  The Honourable Heather Stefanson, Premier of Manitoba “We are excited to partner with all three levels of government to see the Outdoor Sports Field Complex come to life in Brandon. As Brandon is a regional hub for western Manitoba, this state-of-the-art facility will be a great investment for our city and beyond.”  His Worship Jeff Fawcett, Mayor of the City of Brandon   Phase 1 of the project kicked off in January 2023 and rough grading of the site is underway. Phase 1 will also see the installation of a watermain, low pressure sewer, and land drainage, including a stormwater retention pond and flood control dike. Design for Phase 2 has been ongoing simultaneously, with the tender anticipated to be released by July 2023.

Hockey Manitoba held their 2023 Male Under-16 Program of Excellence Top-40 Camp at the J&G Homes Arena this past weekend. In addition to all of the on ice instruction, the weekend also included a number of other development items including mental skills coaching, team building, and leadership. A number of Brandon players participated in the camp which will help the coaching staff select the final roster for the 2023 WHL Cup taking place in late October in Alberta. Nolan Saunderson, Graydon Taylor, Jaxon Jacobson, Jonah Lemoine, & Cole Lobreau were among the Brandon contingent to compete. Also hitting the ice was Jack Swaenepoel of Souris, Liam Chartrand from Winnipegosis, Dauphin's Hayden Shtykalo, and Kaden Allan out of Hamiota. The full camp roster can be viewed here.