Sports Round-Up: Thursday, December 5

The Swift Current Legionnaires came into Moose Jaw and beat the Winmar AAA Warriors 4-3 in overtime last night. Wesley Olson tied it up late in the 3rd period AND scored the OT winner. 

Carson Deichert, Ryan Gibbs and Jonah Pinel scored the goals for Moose Jaw. The Legionnaires are now in a tie for 2nd place with Moose Jaw.

The AAAs head to Prince Albert to play two against the Mintos this weekend.

Same people, same products, same help for producers at re-branded McDougall Acres Grainex Inc.

When you have a century-old family farm that has evolved into a seed company with one of the largest portfolios in Saskatchewan, you simply don’t mess with a good thing. You do, however, have to plan for the future, as a new generation prepares to extend the operation’s success into the next hundred years.

‘A park for all seasons’: GM gives update on Wakamow Valley

With 500 acres of park land and 20 kilometres of trails, Moose Jaw’s Wakamow Valley offers plenty of space for locals and visitors alike to enjoy the outdoors.  

Donna MacQuarrie-Bye, general manager of Wakamow Valley Authority, spoke about highlights for the valley in 2024, including the completion of their 3-year strategic plan back in April. 

“Through this process, it gave the organization the ability to develop and strengthen relationships with other nonprofits, which will assist with program development for 2025.” 

Sports Round-Up: Wednesday, December 4

The Moose Jaw Warriors fell 5-3 to the Hurricanes in Lethbridge last night, with former Moose Jaw Warrior Brayden Yager getting his first goal for his new team on an empty net with one second on the clock. And former Warriors' goalie Jackson Unger got the win in the nets, stopping 18 of 21 shots.

The Warriors are back on home ice this Friday at the Moose Jaw Events Centre as they host Swift Current. 

The Winmar AAA Warriors are at the Moose Jaw Events Centre tonight, facing off against the visiting Swift Current Legionnaires, with puck drop at 7.

Sports Round-Up: Tuesday, December 3

It was a blockbuster trade yesterday as the Moose Jaw Warriors sent captain Brayden Yager and goalie Jackson Unger to the Lethbridge Hurricanes.

In exchange, the Warriors got three players and 6 draft picks, including two first-round selections - one next spring and another in 2028. The players coming to Moose Jaw are 18-year-old forward Landen Ward, 19-year-old goaltender Brady Smith, and 15-year-old prospect Colt Carter.

Mickleborough procedural conference call happening today

Today will see former Moose Jaw Superintendent Taylor Mickleborough attending a Saskatchewan Police Commission procedural conference call starting at 9:30 a.m.

In October, Police Chief Rick Bourassa said that Mickleborough had been dismissed from the local police force under Section 60 of the Police Act, 1990. Bourassa provided no other details on the reason for the dismissal and indicated that he would not do so outside of the hearing process.

Jay Watson is the hearing officer. We will have more information as the hearing progresses.

 

Sports Round-Up: Monday, December 2

The Moose Jaw Warriors fell hard in the first of their two-game road trip in Alberta, getting shutout 9-0 by the Calgary Hitmen. 

The Warriors are headed to Lethbridge tomorrow to face the Hurricanes - puck drop is at 8, and you can catch all the action on Country 100.

The Winmar AAA Warriors won both their home games against the Battleford Stars over the weekend, 5-2 on Saturday and 7-1 on Sunday. The team next hosts the Swift Current Legionnaires at the Moose Jaw Events Centre on Wednesday. 

‘Helping Hands’ one of Downtown Moose Jaw Association’s planned initiatives

During budget discussions at City Hall on Wednesday, the Downtown Moose Jaw Association gave an update on what they’ve been up to, and their 2025 plans. 

“Our mission is a downtown that encourages local spending, boosts tourism, honours our history, and facilitates events that create a welcoming atmosphere for all,” said Alex Carleton, chair of the Downtown Moose Jaw Association. 

He outlined DMJA activities this year, including: 

Sports Round-Up: Friday, November 29

The Moose Jaw Warriors are off to Alberta starting this weekend for a 2-game road trip. Sunday they play the Calgary Hitmen, with puck drop at 5, and Tuesday they’ll be in Lethbridge to face the Hurricanes.

You can catch all the action for both games on Country 100 with James Gallo.

The Warriors will be back in Moose Jaw a week from tonight against the Swift Current Broncos.

The Winmar AAA Warriors are at the Moose Jaw Events Centre tomorrow, where they’ll play the Battleford Stars. Puck drop at 7.