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Forward Ollie Josephson
Rebels Josephson added to Canada's National Men's Under-18 team for 2024 IIHF U18 World Championship
Hockey Canada has announced the addition of five players to Canada's National Men's Under-18 Team for the 2024 IIHF U18 World Championship, April 25-May 5, in Espoo and Vantaa, Finland. Goaltender: Jack Ivankovic (Mississauga, ON/Mississauga, OHL)Forwards: Ollie Josephson (Victoria, BC/Red Deer, WHL) and Maxim Mass&eac...
Apr 23, 2024
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"Come Try It"
Red Deer Ringette hosts free session for kids this Sunday
Red Deer Ringette is hosting a free "Come Try It" event for kids this Sunday. Held at the Servus Arena on April 28, kids aged four to 16 will have a chance at trying the "fastest game on ice".Organizers say experienced players and coaches will be on hand to provide information and instruction to int...
Apr 23, 2024
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a time for reflection
Graduating Rebels & coach talk playoff exit, gratefulness and advice
Despite the circumstances, there's a lot of appreciation pouring out of three graduating Red Deer Rebels.The end to the season was 'unfortunate,' as put by Elias Carmichael, one of three now former Rebels aged out of the WHL.Carmichael, alongside teammates Carson Latimer and captain Kai Uchacz, spoke to the media Frida...
Apr 20, 2024
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blackfalds bulldogs selected
BCHL announces 2023-24 All-Star teams
The BCHL has announced its 2023-24 All-Stars.The teams were determined after a vote was conducted with the 17 B.C. broadcasters. These All-Star Teams only include the 17 B.C. clubs, the league says.In the Alberta Division, there is also a separate First-Team, Second-Team and All-Rookie Team, but the vote was conducted ...
Apr 18, 2024
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emotional ending
Rebels' time in WHL playoffs comes to a close with 7-0 loss against the Blades
It was an emotional and somber night at the Peavey Mart Centrium on Wednesday as the Red Deer Rebels ended their time in the WHL playoffs following a 7-0 loss against the Saskatoon Blades. In a best-of-seven series for round two, the Rebels went 0-4, the final two games with goaltenders Rhett Stoesser and Chase Wutzke ...
Apr 18, 2024
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New goaltender
Rebels lose 8-5 in hard battle against the Blades for game three of playoff series
A true testament of never giving up, the Red Deer Rebels lost 8-5 in their third game of the WHL playoff series against the Saskatoon Blades on Tuesday night at the Peavey Mart Centrium. In a best-of-seven series for round two, the Rebels are now 0-3 against the Blades, a complete reversal from last season's playoff se...
Apr 17, 2024
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Game 2, Round 2
Rebels just miss the mark with 2-1 OT loss against the Blades
While the Red Deer Rebels came within a hair of their first win this playoff series against the Saskatoon Blades, they lost 2-1 in overtime on Sunday afternoon at the SaskTel Centre. Round 2 of the playoffs, the Rebels lost 4-1 on Friday in their first best-of-seven series game against the top team in the WHL. READ: Re...
Apr 15, 2024
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blades lead series 1-0
Rebels drop Eastern semi-final opener to Saskatoon 4-1
The Red Deer Rebels kept things close, but fell 4-1 to the Saskatoon Blades in game one of their WHL Eastern Conference semi-final on Friday. Emanating from the SaskTel Centre, the Rebels began their quest to right last year's wrong that was the reverse sweep inflicted on them by the very same Blades. Unfortunately for...
Apr 13, 2024
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calm before the storm
Rebels' focus is on the moment, but revenge for past playoff defeat motivation ahead of Saskatoon series
The Red Deer Rebels are relishing their opportunity to exact a measure of revenge when they battle the Saskatoon Blades in the second round of the WHL Playoffs, starting Friday, April 12.It was one year ago when the Rebels took a 3-0 second round lead over the Blades, before falling victim to the ultra-rare reverse swe...
Apr 11, 2024
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blackfalds awaits semi starting april 19
BCHL reveals playoff schedules for Alberta teams
The B.C. Hockey League (BCHL) has released the playoff schedules for its Alberta teams.First, a wildcard round will take place with the fourth and fifth place teams, the Spruce Grove Saints and Okotoks Oilers. That series runs April 10-16 and is a best-of-five.The winner of the wildcard series will face the top ranked ...
Apr 09, 2024
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