\u201cI was hurt a couple of times, which was disappointing,\u201d he said. \u201cThat took me out most of the year, but I think I made the most of it. I still worked out almost every day, and I put on 20 pounds during that time. So, it paid off and I made a decent situation out of a bad situation.\u201d<\/p>\n
He did play 29 games with the Flyers, scoring twice and adding 15 helpers. He played four playoff games before a return call to the Rebels. He got a chance to be around the team in the playoffs and dressed for a pair of games against the Prince Albert Raiders.<\/p>\n
\u201cThat was definitely nice,\u201d he said. \u201cIt was challenging hockey, quick paced but it was nice to get a couple of playoffs games under my belt and yes it was a challenge.\u201d<\/p>\n
Besides returning home last year to add size and strength, the smooth-skating rearguard had one other thing on his mind.<\/p>\n
\u201cI learned the most important thing is to play in the D zone first. I\u2019m more of an offensive player but I have to be solid in the defensive zone before I can go up in the offensive zone. That was something I worked on too.\u201d<\/p>\n
Pickering showed some of his skills as the Rebels opened camp Friday.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s nice to be back,\u201d added Pickering, who will take his Grade 12 this year. \u201cIt was a quick summer but really nice to be back.\u201d<\/p>\n
He teamed with the Zeb Lindgren for the first scrimmage. Lindgren was selected in this year\u2019s Import Draft and was selected in the fifth round of the 2025 NHL Draft by the New York Rangers.<\/p>\n
\u201cHe is a real good player, a good skater, very quick,\u201d said Pickering. \u201cIt was bit of a challenge for me to keep up with him, but I thought it went well., Next game we\u2019ll be on the same page.\u201d<\/p>\n
The veterans scrimmage again Saturday and Sunday at 5 p.m. and Monday at 4:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
The rookies have two scrimmages Saturday and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. and one Monday at 8 a.m.<\/p>\n
The veterans and rookies will be combined for the annual Black and White Game on Tuesday at 7 p.m. with the Mikel McIver Cup up for grabs.<\/p>\n
Fans are asked to donate to the Red Deer Food Bank and the CARSTAR school supplies campaign.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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On-ice testing is set for Thursday morning. Practice and scrimmage sessions at the Marchant Crane Centrium begin Friday.<\/p>\n Rookie Camp starts with registration Friday with scrimmages starting Saturday.<\/p>\n All practices and scrimmages through Monday, August 31 are open to the public. Times throughout camp are subject to change.<\/p>\n 2026 Training Camp wraps up Tuesday, Sept. 1 with the Black and White Game at 7 p.m. at the Marchant Crane Centrium with the winning team being presented the Mikel McIver Cup. Fans attending the Black and White Game are encouraged to bring donations for the Red Deer Food Bank or CARSTAR Drive for Success school supplies campaign. Fans can also check out Season Seats that are available for the 2026-27 season.<\/p>\n The Rebels Authentix team store will also be open during 2026 Training Camp giving fans their first chance to load up on fresh gear for the new season.<\/p>\n Training Camp Store Hours Training Camp On-ice Schedule<\/strong> Saturday, August 29 Sunday, August 30 Monday, August 31 Tuesday, September 1 Following the conclusion of Training Camp, the Rebels will play four preseason games (click here for schedule<\/strong><\/a>).<\/p>\n The Red Deer Rebels being their 35th season of Western Hockey League play when they visit the Edmonton Oil Kings on Friday, September 18 followed by the Red Deer Advocate Home Opener at the Marchant Crane Centrium Saturday, September 19 at 7 p.m. versus the Oil Kings. 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\n<\/strong>Saturday, August 29 \u2013 9 a.m. to Noon
\nSunday, August 30 \u2013 2:30 to 5:30 p.m.
\nTuesday, September 1 \u2013 Starting at 6 p.m. for Black & White Game<\/p>\n
\nFriday, August 28
\n4:00 pm \u2013 5:30 pm Main Scrimmage<\/p>\n
\n9:30 am \u2013 11:00 am Rookie Scrimmage
\n11:15 am \u2013 12:30 pm Main Practice \u2013 Group A
\n3:00 pm \u2013 4:30 pm Rookie Scrimmage
\n5:00 pm \u2013 6:30 pm Main Scrimmage<\/p>\n
\n8:00 am \u2013 9:15 am Main Practice \u2013 Group A
\n9:30 am \u2013 10:45 am Rookie Scrimmage
\n11:15am \u2013 12:30pm Main Practice \u2013 Group B
\n3:00 pm \u2013 4:30 pm Rookie Scrimmage
\n5:00 pm \u2013 6:30 pm Main Scrimmage<\/p>\n
\n8:00 am \u2013 9:15 am Rookie Scrimmage
\n9:45 am \u2013 10:45 am Main Practice \u2013 Group B
\n11:00 am \u2013 12:00 pm Main Practice \u2013 Group A
\n4:00 pm \u2013 5:30 pm Main Scrimmage<\/p>\n
\n7:00 pm Black vs White Game<\/p>\n