Category Archives: Local Sports
Local golf course reacts to potential May opening
It was a great day for golfers in Saskatchewan Thursday, as the province announced their plan to reopen courses next month.Saskatchewan Premier, Scott Moe revealed the news in his much anticipated pro...
Apr 23, 2020 Thursday was a great day for golfers in Saskatchewan, as the province announced the likely return of golf courses come May 15, offering a the light at the end of the fairway. (Facebook/Rustic Nine Golf Course Par 3)
Former Battlefords Star, Beckman shines bright for WHL honours
For Spokane Chiefs forward, Adam Beckman, the 2019-20 season was one he likely won't soon forget. At just 18 years of age, Beckman finished the season leading all Western Hockey League (WHL) players w...
Apr 22, 2020 Former Battlefords Stars standout, Adam Beckman has continued to turn heads at the Major Junior level. This season Beckman led all Western Hockey League players with 48 goals, 107 points. (Larry Brunt/Spokane Chiefs Facebook)
‘Something truly special’: Klimosko honoured by CJHL nomination
There soon may not be enough room on the shelf for all of Brayden Klimosko's awards and accomplishments. Since taking the reigns as head coach and general manager of the Battlefords North Stars, ahead...
Apr 22, 2020 Since joining the Stars prior to the fall of 2018, no other coach in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) has won more games than Brayden Klimosko. He led his team to a league-best, 80-24-12 record over the two years. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
SJHL taking remainder of Canalta Cup playoffs to Playstation 4
The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) announced on Tuesday, April 21 that playoffs are coming back in a virtual environment.The league said teams are currently being created on the EA Sports NH...
Apr 21, 2020 The Melfort Mustangs (blue and green) were leading the Estevan Bruins (white and yellow) 3-1 in their best-of-seven quarter-final series. (Facebook/Broad Leaf Media)
A season of destiny: Reflecting on the 2019 North Stars championship
To celebrate one year since the North Stars' 2019 Canalta Cup championship, Marty Martinson caught up with three key players from the Stars' championship roster. Forwards Braydon Buziak and Owen Lamb,...
Apr 20, 2020 The Battlefords North Stars won their third championship in franchise history one year ago Sunday, capping off a season forever frozen in time among hockey fans in the community. (Martin Martinson/battlefordsNOW Staff)
The Schwabs: a family legacy between the pipes
The apple doesn't fall far from the goal-crease. Or at least, that's the way it looks in the Schwab household.At just 18 years of age, Austin Schwab is coming off a standout rookie year with the Battl...
Apr 18, 2020 Hockey has been a big part of life in the Schwab household throughout the years. Pictured Left: Corey Schwab holding Austin in his arms after winning the Stanley Cup as a member of the New Jersey Devils in 2003. Top right: Corey and Austin, summer 2020. Bottom right: Corey and Austin circa 2013. (submitted photos/Corey Schwab)
Dale Grayston named new coach of AAA Stars
The Battlefords AAA Stars have named Dale Grayston head coach, the club announced Thursday. The U-18 AAA Stars are pleased to announce our new Head Coach! pic.twitter.com/XVftRZvoQE— Battlefords...
Apr 16, 2020 Head coach Dale Grayston brings experience and winning pedigree to the fold behind the bench for the AAA Stars (File photo/battlefordsNOW)
AAA Sharks announce team award winners for 2019-20
The Battlefords AAA Sharks announced their year-end team awards on Thursday. Goaltender, Haylie Biever took home Most Valuable Player and the Leadership Award; while Madison Glynn was named Top Defens...
Apr 16, 2020 The Battlefords AAA Sharks’ award recipients: Top (L-R): Haylie Biever, Kiana McNinch, Madison Glynn. Bottom (L-R): Ava Cole, Yelena Zaleschuk, Ryder Milne. (sfu18aaahl.com)
Battlefords gives silent but powerful support for Cave family
Thousands of Battlefords residents stood silently along Highway 16 Monday afternoon, as the convoy for Colby Cave's family made its way into their home town.Rally to honour Colby Cave. pic.twitter.com...
Apr 13, 2020 RCMP and Battlefords Fire leads the family of Colby Cave through 15 kilometres of highway filled by local residents. (angela Brown/battlefordsNOW)
Battleford and area residents invited to show support, respect for Cave family
The untimely death of NHL hockey player Colby Cave has sent shock waves through the hockey world and in particular, his home town of Battleford.The 25-year-old Edmonton Oilers forward died Saturday af...
Apr 12, 2020 (file photo/Canadian Press)