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Kings and Queens hockey teams crowned ACAC Champions – Queens go back to back!

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The Kings and Queens Hockey Teams are ACAC Champions

The Red Deer Polytechnic Queens win in overtime and become back-to-back champions in women’s hockey as they swept the Ooks in the best-of-five-game series with a 2-1 victory. After the Ooks dominated the majority of the period, the Queens would strike first with 46 seconds to go in the opening frame. On a two-on-two rush, forward Brenna Reid (Bachelor of Kinesiology) slid the puck over to her teammate Natalie Buttle (Bachelor of Kinesiology), who would wrist it past the NAIT goaltender for their third straight opening goal of the series.

At the end of the first 20 minutes, the Ooks outshot the Queens 10-4 as once again goaltender Tanya Disotell-Dunsmore (Bachelor of Science in Pre-Opt) was helping her team out in the pack of the net. The Ooks would tie it up at one after a misplayed puck in the Queens end landed on the stick of forward Jessica Engelbrecht (Bachelor of Business Administration) who would wrist it over the blocker of Disotell-Dunsmore.

The Ooks continued to dominate the game as they held the Polytechnic to six shots in the middle frame and put up 12 more to give them a total of 22 shots in the 40 minutes played.

This game would need overtime, but it sure did not take long for the Queens to become back-to-back champions as forward Avery Lajeunnesse (Bachelor of Education) wrapped the puck around and snuck it between the pad and the post to defeat the Ooks 2-1, 45 seconds into the overtime period. It was a delayed call, but the Polytechnic is now back-to-back champions.

Queens goaltender Tanya Disotell-Dunsmore stopped 30 of 31 shots on her way to being named the player of the game as they clinched the gold medal in the 2022/2023 Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference Women’s Hockey Season.

What a way to end the 2022/2023 RDP Athletics schedule with the Kings also winning the championship on Friday night.

The Red Deer Polytechnic Kings swept the NAIT Ooks in the best-of-five-game championship series and win their first championship since the 1993/1994 season.

The first period went uneventful for the second straight game. But the Kings were surely making Ooks goaltender Ryley Osland (Business Administration) sweat a little as they fired 17 shots on goal in the first 20 minutes. NAIT, on the other hand, had just three shots and would start the second period on the penalty kill. But the Ooks would kill it off and moments later would open up the scoring of Game 3. Off a faceoff, in their own zone, the Kings could not clear the puck as the Ooks were forechecking. This led to the puck landing on the stick of forward Dylan Stewart (Open Studies), who would rifle it past Kings goaltender Arik Weersink (Bachelor of Business Administration) for the early lead.

The Kings would return the favour with under two minutes to go. Defenseman Layne Toder (Management Certificate Skywing) sauced over a pass to forward Holden Knights (Bachelor of Education), who finished it off with a highlight reel goal as he backhanded the puck over the glove of Osland into the top corner of the net to tie it up at one.

After the second period, the Kings still were outshooting the Ooks 24-19 but NAIT controlled the pace of the game in the middle frame as they made Weersink work for all 14 saves in the 20 minutes and just held the
Polytechnic to seven shots.

Under two minutes into the final period, forward Erik Miller (Business Administration) would walk into the Ooks zone beat a diving defenseman and sneak one past Osland for their first lead of the hockey game. This would ultimately be the series-clinching and game-winning goal as the Kings defeated the Ooks 2-1. At the end of the game, the Polytechnic outshot NAIT 28-24.

As he stopped 26 of 28 shots, Ryley Osland was named the player of the game with the Kings goaltender Arik Weersink also being honored with the player of the game award.

This would end the RDP Athletics schedule for the 2022/2023 season with the Awards Banquet happening on Wednesday, April 5 to recap all the amazing moments that happened across all the sports teams and recognize all the student-athletes who contributed to an incredible year at the Polytechnic.

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Westerner Days Attraction pass and New Experiences!

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Don’t forget to get your RAD Passes before July 16th! When you purchase them early, it includes admission!
RAD Passes are available online through

Tickets Alberta

AND in person at

Central Alberta Co-op Grocery Stores and Gas Bar!

Westerner Days Attraction Pass

From July 7-20, collect points through checking-in at Westerner Days Parade, Pancake Breakfasts, Best Dressed Businesses, Kick Off to Westerner Days Drive-in Movie, and specific Westerner Days events to redeem for BOGO admission and other rewards at Westerner Days.

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RCMP Musical Ride

Access to the show is INCLUDED with your admission!

Showtimes:

Friday, July 18 at 2:00 p.m.

Saturday, July 19 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 20 at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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Petting Zoo

Get up close with friendly farm animals in this hands-on, family-favorite attraction. Perfect for kids (and kids at heart) looking to meet goats, lambs, bunnies, and more.

 

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New Rides

This year’s midway is bigger and better, with brand-new rides joining the classics. Whether you’re chasing thrills or just along for the view, there’s something for every level of brave.

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Rival Gellyball

Gellyball has the same concept as paintball just lower impact and we use gel orbes instead, similar to water orbeeze as a comparison! Head to The Junction (Neeralta Pavilion) to play!

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Escape room

Red Deer Lockdown Escape Rooms is bringing the challenge to Westerner Days at The Junction (Neeralta Pavilion)

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Illusionist – Aaron Matthews

Aaron Matthews is coming to Westerner Days with mind-blowing magic, big laughs, and nonstop fun! As one of Canada’s top family entertainers, Aaron brings wild illusions, hilarious moments, and unforgettable audience surprises!

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Lumberjacks

Get ready for the action packed timbersport show with Extreme Lumberjacks. Showcasing these amazing world class atheletes that compete head to head.

 

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Selfie Hall

Step into the Selfie Museum, an interactive photo experience inside The Junction. Strike a pose in front of creative, Instagram-worthy backdrops designed for snapping and sharing.

Do It For The Memories!

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Beer Gardens LIVE MUSIC LINEUP

We’ve got some incredible talent lined up for this year’s Westerner Days! Get ready for unforgettable performances, big energy, and good vibes all around.

The Beer Gardens Stage is the place to be!!!

Access to all the shows is INCLUDED with your admission!

WEDNESDAY

Mariya Stokes 8:00 PM
Dawson Gray 9:00 PM

THURSDAY

Kyle McKearney 8:00 PM
Drew Gregory 9:00 PM

FRIDAY

Martin Kerr 8:00 PM
Sass Jordan 9:00 PM

SATURDAY

Julia Vos 8:00 PM
Corb Lund 9:00 PM
To help keep everyone safe, we’ve added a new security check at the gates for Westerner Days. Main gates open daily at 11:30 am for parking, with access to the grounds starting at 12:00 pm.

Feel free to bring a few snacks or a packed lunch—especially for the little ones. But please leave the hibachi grill, cooler, and crock pot at home (yes, we’ve seen it all).

Reusable water bottles are welcome and may be checked at the gate. Thanks for helping us keep things safe, simple, and fun for everyone!

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Join SPARC in spreading kindness by July 14th

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Let’s paint the town positive this summer! SPARC invites you to take part in our Rock Garden Giveaway at Oxbows Dog Park and Capstone 150 Square.

Here’s how to join the fun:

  1. Paint an uplifting rock with a kind, creative message
  2. Place it in one of the Rock Gardens
  3. Snap a photo and tag us at SPARCRD or enter here 👉 https://buff.ly/nc1Fi78

You’ll be entered for a chance to win in our summer giveaway!

Need some inspiration? Try these themed ideas:

Pet-Themed Kindness for Oxbows:
• Anything is paws-ible with love
• Don’t worry, be yappy
• Choose kindness fur-ever
• You’re doggone awesome
• You’re labrador-able

Sparkly Encouragements for Capstone:
• Hello sunshine
• Kindness is magic
• Make today sparkle
• You’re a star
• Kindness is my superpower

Let’s fill our city with color, connection, and kindness—one rock at a time!

 

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