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Volleyball Success Highlights Busy Weekend For RDC Kings And Queens

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This past weekend, both Red Deer College Volleyball teams were once again perfect. The RDC Queens Basketball team split the series with the SAIT Trojans, the Kings Basketball squad was shorthanded and dropped a pair of games and the RDC Kings Hockey team lost an exhibition game.

Queens Volleyball | Friday, Jan. 13 | Ambrose University

In Calgary, the RDC Queens defeated the Ambrose University Lions in 5 sets. After winning the opening set 25-16, the Queens dropped the next 2 sets (23-25 and 20-25). The RDC Queens maintained their composure, won the 4th set 25-22 and capped off the match with a 15-10 victory. Miranda Dawe finished with 17 kills, 1 service ace and 23 digs for the Queens. Queens Head Coach Chris Wandler liked the persistence and composure Friday. “We faced a motivated Ambrose team tonight which was important for us,” said Wandler. “We needed to get into a grind-it-out game. Throughout the match, we remained composed because we continued to focus on our process and the way that we play the game.” With the win, the Red Deer College Queens remain tied for 1st place in the ACAC Women’s Volleyball South Division with 24 points.

Queens Volleyball | Saturday, Jan. 14 | RDC

In a weekend rematch, the Queens swept the Lions in 3 sets (25-16, 25-14 and 25-20). For the Queens, McKenna Barthel finished with 7 kills, 1 assist, 2 service aces and 13 digs. With the win, the RDC Queens (13-3) share 1st place in the ACAC Women’s Volleyball South Division with Briercrest College and SAIT. All 3 teams have 26 points.

Kings Volleyball | Friday, Jan. 13 | Ambrose University

In Calgary, the Red Deer College Kings swept the Ambrose University Lions in straight sets (25-22, 25-16 and 25-12). For the Kings, Regan Fathers totalled 14 kills and 5 digs. Kings Head Coach Aaron Schulha liked the team’s effort and in particular the passing. “We were pretty solid tonight and our passing was very strong,” said Schulha. “In fact, our passing in this match was the best that it has been all season against a pretty good serving team.” The RDC Kings (13-2) retain the top spot in the ACAC Men’s Volleyball South Division with 26 points.

Kings Volleyball | Saturday, Jan. 14 | RDC

Following the Queens, the RDC Kings swept the Ambrose University Lions in straight sets
(25-15, 25-19 and 25-21). Matthew Lofren totalled 7 kills, 1 assist, 3 service aces, 6 digs and
1 stuff block for RDC. With the win, the Kings (14-2) have won 9 matches in a row and remain in 1st place in the ACAC Men’s Volleyball South Division with 28 points.

Queens Basketball | Friday, Jan. 13 | SAIT

In Calgary, the RDC Queens worked hard but dropped a 74-65 decision to the SAIT Trojans.
Maya Parker finished with 19 points, 3 assists and 9 rebounds for the Queens. Queens Head Coach Ken King wanted to see a consistent defensive effort in Saturday’s rematch. “I was pleased that that was no 3rd quarter lull,” said King. “But Saturday, we need to stick to our defensive plan and do it for a full 4 quarters.”

Queens Basketball | Saturday, Jan. 14 | RDC

In an afternoon contest, the Queens defeated the SAIT Trojans 80-49. It was one of the Queens best games of the season and they displayed a relentless work ethic. For RDC, Emily White finished with 28 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 3 steals and 5 blocks. Queens Head Coach Ken King was pleased with the effort and in particular the defensive play. “We can look at the score and be happy that we scored 80 points, but I feel better that we held them to 49 points,” said King. “The defence that we played today is our biggest victory on the day. Our big thing today was to see 40 minutes of defence and the student-athletes did a really good job of that this afternoon.” The Queens (4-7) sit in 5th place (of 8 teams) in the ACAC Women’s Basketball South Division and will look to build on Saturday’s outstanding performance.

Kings Basketball | Friday, Jan. 13 | SAIT

With a shorthanded lineup due to injury and illness, the Red Deer College Kings faced the SAIT Trojans in Calgary. The Kings started strongly, eventually fatigue took over late and the Trojans won 89-79. Kings Head Coach Clayton Pottinger praised the strong effort of Matt Matear. “Matt was once again rock solid for us,” said Pottinger. “His level of consistency was there and he finished with 11 boards.” The Business Administration student finished with 14 points, 1 steal, 1 assist, 11 rebounds
and connected on 6-of-9 shots from the field. The RDC Kings remain in top spot in the ACAC
Men’s Basketball South Division with 16 points.

Kings Basketball | Saturday, Jan. 14 | RDC

In a weekend rematch, the undermanned RDC Kings dropped a home game to the SAIT
Trojans 91-87. With several student-athletes out of the lineup due to injuries, a few 1st year Kings got
valuable playing time. “Cody (White) played phenomenal in the minutes that he got and probably earned himself more time if he continues to play like that,” said Head Coach Clayton Pottinger. “Darryl (Broderick) played well and hit his 1st shot in his 1st ACAC game, a 3-pointer from the
corner.” Kai Greene finished with 20 points, 1 steal, 6 assists and 2 rebounds for the Kings. The RDC Kings (8-3) share top spot in the ACAC Men’s Basketball South Division with Medicine Hat College. Both teams have 16 points.

Kings Hockey | Saturday, Jan. 14 | Penhold Multiplex
In exhibition action, the Red Deer College Kings dropped a 4-1 decision to the University of Alberta (Augustana Campus) Vikings. Tyler Berkholtz scored on the power play for the Kings. The RDC Kings aren’t back in action until Friday, Jan. 27 when they face the SAIT Trojans in Calgary. In the meantime, the Kings will hit the ice often and partake in high intensity training to keep in game shape. In 18 games, the RDC Kings have 19 points and hold 5th place (of 8 teams) in ACAC Men’s Hockey.

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End of an era for Red Deer Minor baseball Braves

Published on December 6, 2023

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From Red Deer Minor Baseball Board of Directors

Following many discussions within the Red Deer community, the baseball community, our association members, as well as our board of directors we have made the decision to move forward with rebranding our teams, currently known as the Braves. For our association the Braves name symbolized warrior strength, bravery and resilience, all qualities we were proud to align with; and although the initial moniker of our teams was never intended to carry a derogatory or disrespectful connotation, for some, it has. The topic of our rebrand has been polarizing and arguments both for and against have been passionately presented. We have made the decision to move forward in the direction we feel is best for our association.

In alignment with the membership majority vote, the Red Deer Minor Baseball Board of Directors is excited to announce that we will now be known as the Red Deer Rangers.

The Red Deer Rangers will retain our current navy and crimson colors and will not adopt the colors or logo of the MLB, NHL, or any other Rangers franchise. We are looking forward to forging our own identity and embracing our own look.

As you can appreciate this is a complex initiative that will take time. We will remain the Braves for the 2024 season and aim to have our rebrand complete for the 2025 season.

All participants that submitted the Rangers name during our rebranding poll, will be entered into a draw to receive the first Red Deer Rangers jersey.

We hope you will join us in celebrating this positive endeavor as we create a new inclusive legacy for our association that all can be proud of.

RDMBA Board of Directors

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Red Deer Minor Hockey is proud to announce our new General Manager Lane Moore

Published on December 1, 2023

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From Red Deer Minor Hockey

The Red Deer Minor Hockey Board of Directors is pleased & honored to announce, after an extensive search, that Lane Moore has accepted the position of General Manager of Red Deer Minor Hockey. Lane will start his new role early in the new year & is very excited about leading our organization into the future as we aim to provide a positive learning and maturing experience for all of our young athletes & coaches in a minor hockey setting.

Lane comes into the role of General Manager with an extensive resume, in both hockey and administration. Lane has led the Bentley school as principal for the last 17 years & was an educator prior to that. On the hockey side, Lane’s passion for coaching & engaging with young athletes, dates back to 2002. His most recent involvement as a coach with Red Deer Minor Hockey saw Lane lead the U17AAA North Star Chiefs for 2 seasons (21-22, 22-23). Prior to his work with Red Deer Minor Hockey Lane served as President of Rimbey Minor Hockey for several seasons.

One of Lane’s biggest strengths is his ability to create highly effective teams by building a common mission & vision & then executing on those through visionary leadership. These attributes shone through during this General Manager search and we are thrilled for Lane to lead this organization now & into the future as we aim to be one of the premier Minor Hockey Associations in the province.

Lane, his wife Kathleen & their three children Easton, Cooper & Lexi call Red Deer home. His son Cooper is the captain of Red Deer U18AAA Optimist Chiefs & his older son Easton is pursuing his hockey career and post-secondary studies in Massachusetts. Please join us in congratulating Lane Moore as the new General Manager of the Red Deer Minor Hockey Commission, welcome Lane!