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Rebels record win streak rolls to 10!

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RECORD-SETTING WIN STREAK!

The Red Deer Rebels have set a new franchise record by winning 10 games in a row to begin the season!

The record-setting win came last Wednesday, October 19 when the Rebels doubled up the Calgary Hitmen 5-2 at the Peavey Mart Centrium. The Rebels followed up with 4-2 road win Friday night at Medicine Hat then capped off a perfect three-win week with a 3-0 blanking of the Prince Albert Raiders in front of a season-high 5,223 fans at the Peavey Mart Centrium. 

The previous franchise record of seven wins in a row to begin a season was set by the 2000-01 Red Deer Rebels squad that won the Memorial Cup.

BUSY WEEK!

The Rebels welcome B.C. Division teams to Red Deer for the first time since the 2018-19 season.

Wednesday night, October 26, the Victoria Royals come to the Peavey Mart Centrium for a 7 p.m. tilt. The Royals have not played in Red Deer since January 5, 2019.

Two nights later on Friday, October 28, it’ll be the Vancouver Giants in town for the first time since December 28, 2019 (game time 7 p.m.)

The Rebels finish the week by heading north to battle the Edmonton Oil Kings on Sunday, October 30 at 4 p.m.

WHO’S HOT?

– Goaltender Kyle Kelsey is second in the WHL in wins (8), tied for first in shutouts (1), is third in save percentage (.936) and is fifth in the league with a 1.87 goals against average

– Centre Jayden Grubbe has points in eight straight games (4 goal, 9 assists) since returning from New York Rangers camp, and leads all Rebels with 13 points this season

– Centre Ben King has 10 points (5 goals, 5 assists) in his first five games of the season

– Forwards Jhett Larson and Kai Uchacz are tied for the team lead with seven goals each

– Defenceman Christoffer Sedoff has assists in five-straight games

– The Rebels are the league’s top overall team when it comes to special teams, sitting fourth in the WHL on the power play (28.6%) and second in penalty killing (91.1%)

CORPORATE AND 9-GAME TICKETS PACKAGES

Can’t make it to every game? The Rebels have Corporate Voucher and 9-Game ticket packages available to make it easier to pick which home games work best for you. Call Shaun Richer at the Rebels office for details 403-341-6000.

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Nominations are in for the by-election to replace beloved citizen and City Councillor Michael Dawe

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Nominations are in for the 2024 By-Election

The nominations are in for the historic By-Election that will take place in Red Deer on April 22, 2024.

“This is history in the making,” said Jessica Robinson, Returning Officer for The City of Red Deer. “For the first time, Red Deer residents will take to the polls to fill a vacant Councillor seat, and these 10 candidates have added their names on the ballot.”

The 10 candidates running for Councillor in the upcoming By-Election are:

  • BUCHANAN, S.H. (Buck)
  • CHILIBECK, Jason
  • COLLINGS, Mark
  • CULLEN-SAIK, Linda
  • HUIZING, Hans
  • KRAHN, Chad
  • MACDONALD, Ashley
  • MILANEY, Liam (The Level)
  • TWEEDLE, Jaelene
  • YZERMAN, Calvin

By-Election Day is Monday, April 22, 2024, with advance voting days on April 18, 19 and 20.

Residents are encouraged to visit elections.reddeer.ca for information about the Election including the full list of candidates, voting opportunities, and frequently asked questions.

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St. Joseph High School Celebrates Brody Andrie’s National Boxing Championship Victory

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News release from Red Deer Catholic Regional Schools 

St. Joseph High School (SJHS) is thrilled to announce that Grade 12 student Brody Andrie has been crowned the National Champion in the 57 KG youth division at the prestigious Canada Cup & Junior Youth Canadian Championships. The championships were held at the Genesis Centre in Calgary from March 20 to March 24, 2024.

Brody, a dedicated member of Team Alberta and a fierce competitor from the Shadow Box Boxing Club in Lacombe, has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning gold in his division. This victory not only highlights his outstanding skills and dedication to the sport of boxing but also marks him as the first central Alberta boxer to be crowned a national champion in decades.

Reflecting on his victory, Brody shared, “This win is not just for me but for everyone who has supported me along the way. I’m proud to bring this championship back to Lacombe and hope to inspire other young athletes in our community.”

SJHS Principal, Gary Gylander, expressed his admiration for Brody’s achievement, stating, “Brody’s success is a testament to his hard work, perseverance, and the support of his coaches and community. We are incredibly proud of him and look forward to seeing what the future holds for this outstanding young athlete.”

This is a historic moment for both Brody and central Alberta, shining a spotlight on the talent and potential within our community.

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