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Calgary, Alta. \u2013<\/strong> The Western Hockey League announced today the 2025-26 finalists for the Lloyd Saunders Memorial Trophy, presented annually to the WHL\u2019s Executive of the Year.<\/p>\n

Lloyd Saunders was recognized and honoured for his outstanding contribution to sports, including his continuous support of junior hockey in Western Canada. Saunders was known as the \u201cDean\u201d of sportscasters in Western Canada, covering everything from the Olympics to the World Series, the Grey Cup to Memorial Cup and more.<\/p>\n

Finalists for WHL Awards are voted upon by WHL General Managers.<\/p>\n

Winners of 2026 WHL Awards will be announced from Tuesday, April 21, through Wednesday, May 6.<\/p>\n

Lloyd Saunders Memorial Trophy<\/u><\/strong> \u2013 Eastern Conference Finalists<\/p>\n

Curtis Hunt, Prince Albert Raiders
\nWillie Desjardins, Medicine Hat Tigers
\nGarry Davidson, Calgary Hitmen<\/p>\n

Lloyd Saunders Memorial Trophy<\/u><\/strong> \u2013 Western Conference Finalists<\/p>\n

Mike Fraser, Everett Silvertips
\nFred Harbinson, Penticton Vees
\nBruce Hamilton, Kelowna Rockets<\/p>\n

Curtis Hunt, Prince Albert Raiders<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his 11th season as General Manager of the Prince Albert Raiders, 59-year-old Curtis Hunt constructed a Club that went 52-10-5-1 en route to winning the WHL\u2019s East Division and the No. 1 seed in the WHL\u2019s Eastern Conference. From hiring WHL Coach of the Year finalist Ryan McDonald to acquiring the likes of Vancouver Canucks prospect Braeden Cootes and Dallas Stars prospect Brandon Gorzynski ahead of the 2026 WHL Trade Deadline. Through savvy drafting, Hunt and his team landed star defenceman Daxon Rudolph along with starting netminder Michal Orsulak and many others. Hunt\u2019s work includes the recruitment of San Jose Sharks prospect Max Heise during the offseason. In 2018-19, Hunt was named WHL Executive of the Year as his Raiders won the WHL Championship. Prior to his time in the front office, Hunt played three seasons in the WHL, winning a WHL Championship with the Raiders in 1985.<\/p>\n

Willie Desjardins, Medicine Hat Tigers<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his seventh consecutive season and 15th overall at the helm of the Medicine Hat Tigers, the 69-year-old Desjardins led his squad to a second consecutive Central Division crown on the strength of a record of 50-10-5-3. Desjardins and his team oversaw the recruitment of key U.S.-born players this past offseason, including Noah Davidson, Gavin Kor, Kade Stengrim, and Carter Casey. The 2025 CHL Import Draft saw Desjardins add Belarusian forward Yaroslav Bryzgalov, who has been a tremendous contributor this season. Desjardins, a three-time WHL Champion, has yet to be named WHL Executive of the Year.<\/p>\n

Garry Davidson, Calgary Hitmen<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his third season as builder of the Calgary Hitmen, 74-year-old Garry Davidson built a squad that finished fourth in the WHL\u2019s Eastern Conference with a record of 38-21-8-1. Davidson tinkered with the Hitmen roster throughout the season, adding scoring veteran Julien Maze, Ottawa Senators prospect Blake Vanek, and veterans Harrison Lodewyk and Ty Meunier, among others. Prior to the start of the campaign, Davidson and his team recruited Pittsburgh Penguins prospect Kale Dach, along with key U.S.-born players, including Landon Amrhein, Keaton Jundt, and Aidan Hesse. The 2025 CHL Import Draft saw Davidson add Russian scorer Andrei Molgachev. Prior to joining the Hitmen, Davidson spent nine seasons as GM of the Everett Silvertips. He was named WHL Executive of the Year in 2017-18, as his Silvertips advanced to Game 6 of the WHL Championship Series.<\/p>\n

Mike Fraser, Everett Silvertips<\/strong><\/p>\n

In two seasons as the General Manager of the Everett Silvertips, Mike Fraser has watched his team claim back-to-back Scotty Munro Memorial Trophies as WHL Regular Season Champions. In 2025-26, Fraser\u2019s Silvertips went 57-8-2-1 \u2013 the best season in franchise history. Fraser\u2019s key acquisition in 2025-26 include Philadelphia Flyers defenceman Luke Vlooswyk and veteran blueliner Kayd Ruedig, along with Alaskan netminder Anders Miller. Prior to the start of the season, Fraser added 20-year-old forward Rylan Gould via trade. During the 2025 CHL Import Draft, Fraser\u2019s group identified and selection 2026 NHL Draft-eligible forward Matias Vanhanen, who has been a revelation alongside Seattle Kraken prospect Julius Miettinen.<\/p>\n

Fred Harbinson, Penticton Vees<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his first season as a WHL head coach and general manager, Harbinson guided the Penticton Vees to a B.C. Division title as an expansion team. The 54-year-old product of Port Alberni, B.C., led Penticton to a record of 44-14-6-4. Building the roster from the ground up, Harbinson\u2019s work began during the 2025 WHL Expansion Draft, where he acquired the likes of veterans Brady Birnie, Matteo Danis, and others. Harbinson\u2019s roster construction took shape through recruitment, as he welcomed the likes of New York Islanders prospect Jacob Kvasnicka, Seattle Kraken prospect Ryden Evers, Brittan Alstead, Ethan Weber and more to the WHL. Harbinson bolstered his crease with the acquisition of netminder Ethan McCallum and also added Czech veteran Samuel Drancak up front. Prior to joining the WHL, Harbinson spent 18 seasons at the helm of the BCHL Vees, winning six BCHL titles.<\/p>\n

Bruce Hamilton, Kelowna Rockets<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his 35th season as the ultimate architect of the Kelowna Rockets, 68-year-old Bruce Hamilton designed a team worthy of hosting the 2026 Memorial Cup. Hamilton\u2019s Rockets finished fourth in the WHL\u2019s Western Conference, going 38-21-6-3. Prior to puck drop this season, Hamilton added San Jose Sharks prospect Carson Wetsch, along with veteran blueliner Mazden Leslie. Before the 2026 WHL Trade Deadline passed, Hamilton had bolstered his depth and veteran presence with the addition of Vancouver Canucks prospect Parker Alcos, Shane Smith, Ty Halaburda, and others. Two of Hamilton\u2019s savviest moves came in the form of imports \u2013 during the 2025 CHL Import Draft, he selected New York Islanders prospect Tomas Polentin with the first-overall pick; later in the campaign, he acquired Los Angeles Kings prospect Vojtech Cihar via trade and was successful in recruiting him to Kelowna following the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship. The offseason also saw Hamilton recruit U.S.-born netminder Harrison Boettiger, who is on the radar for the 2026 NHL Draft. Over his WHL career, Hamilton has won four WHL Championships, one Memorial Cup, and has been named WHL Executive of the Year on two occasions (1992-93, 2002-03).<\/p>\n

About the Western Hockey League<\/strong><\/p>\n

Regarded as the world\u2019s finest development league for junior hockey players, the Western Hockey League (WHL) head office is based in Calgary, Alberta. The WHL consists of 23 member Clubs with 17 located in Western Canada and six in the U.S. Pacific Northwest. A member of the Canadian Hockey League, the WHL has been a leading supplier of talent for the National Hockey League for over 50 years. The WHL is also the leading provider of hockey scholarships with over 375 graduates each year receiving WHL Scholarships to pursue a post-secondary education of their choice. Each season, WHL players also form the nucleus of Canada\u2019s National Junior Hockey Team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Calgary, Alta. \u2013<\/strong> The Western Hockey League announced today the 2025-26 finalists for the Dunc McCallum Memorial Trophy, presented annually to the WHL\u2019s Coach of the Year.<\/p>\n

The Dunc McCallum Memorial Trophy honours the outstanding record and contribution of Dunc McCallum, who coached the Brandon Wheat Kings from 1976 to 1981. McCallum compiled an impressive coaching record over six WHL season going 251-123-41.<\/p>\n

Finalists for WHL Awards are voted upon by WHL General Managers.<\/p>\n

Winners of 2026 WHL Awards will be announced from Tuesday, April 21, through Wednesday, May 6.<\/p>\n

Dunc McCallum Memorial Trophy<\/u><\/strong> \u2013 Eastern Conference Finalists<\/p>\n

Willie Desjardins, Medicine Hat Tigers
\nRyan McDonald, Prince Albert Raiders
\nDustin Friesen, Calgary Hitmen<\/p>\n

Dunc McCallum Memorial Trophy<\/u><\/strong> \u2013 Western Conference Finalists<\/p>\n

Steve Hamilton, Everett Silvertips
\nMark Lamb, Prince George Cougars
\nFred Harbinson, Penticton Vees<\/p>\n

Willie Desjardins, Medicine Hat Tigers<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his seventh consecutive season and 15th overall at the helm of the Medicine Hat Tigers, the 69-year-old Desjardins led his squad to a second consecutive Central Division crown on the strength of a record of 50-10-5-3. Under Desjardins\u2019 guidance, the Tigers were the highest-scoring team in the WHL this season, recording 348 goals for an average of 5.12 goals per game. Medicine Hat outscored the next highest scoring team by 38 goals. The Tigers also owned the most lethal power play in the WHL, converting at a rate of 32.2 per cent during the regular season. Desjardins, a three-time WHL Champion, was previously named WHL Coach of the Year for the 2005-06 season.<\/p>\n

Ryan McDonald, Prince Albert Raiders<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his first full season behind the bench, 38-year-old Prince Albert Raiders coach Ryan McDonald helped his team claim the No. 1 seed in the WHL\u2019s Eastern Conference with a record of 52-10-5-1. The Raiders were the second-highest scoring team in the WHL, tallying 310 goals in 68 games (4.56 goals per game). McDonald\u2019s Raiders were the stingiest team in the WHL this season, allowing a league low 165 goals against (2.43 goals against per game). Prior to taking over coaching duties for the Raiders on an interim basis last season, McDonald served as an assistant coach from 2020-21 into 2024-25. Prior to his coaching career, the native of Prince Albert played 306 career WHL regular season games from 2003-04 to 2008-09, including 182 games with the Raiders.<\/p>\n

Dustin Friesen, Calgary Hitmen<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his first season calling the shots in Calgary, 43-year-old Hitmen coach Dustin Friesen guided his squad to a fourth-place finish in the WHL\u2019s Eastern Conference with a record of 38-21-8-1. The Hitmen owned the WHL\u2019s second best power play during the regular season, converting at a rate of 31.7 per cent. Prior to joining the Hitmen, Friesen served as an assistant coach for the Moose Jaw Warriors (2023-24) and as an associate coach with the QMJHL\u2019s Moncton Wildcats (2024-25). As a player, Friesen spent four seasons in the WHL (2000-01 to 2003-04), all as a member of the Swift Current Broncos. During his final campaign, he served as captain of the Broncos.<\/p>\n

Steve Hamilton, Everett Silvertips<\/strong><\/p>\n

In both of his seasons leading the Everett Silvertips, coach Steve Hamilton has guided the Club to back-to-back Scotty Munro Memorial Trophies as WHL Regular Season Champions. In 2025-26, Hamilton\u2019s Silvertips went 57-8-2-1 \u2013 the best season in franchise history. The Silvertips were the third highest scoring team in the WHL this season, securing 304 goals in 68 games (4.47 goals per game). On the defensive side of the puck, Everett limited opponent to the fewest goals of any team in the Western Conference, allowing a mere 173 goals against (2.54 goals against per game). Hamilton, a 52-year-old product of Edmonton, Alta., is in his 12th season as a WHL head coach, having previously served with the Edmonton Oil Kings (2014-15 to 2017-18) and Calgary Hitmen (2018-19 to 2023-24). In 2012 and 2014 he won WHL Championships with the Oil Kings as an assistant and associate coach, respectively.<\/p>\n

Mark Lamb, Prince George Cougars<\/strong><\/p>\n

A former WHL Coach of the Year (2023-24), Prince George Cougars head coach Mark Lamb led his squad to a third-place finish in the WHL\u2019s Western Conference with a record of 44-22-2-0. Lamb is in his seventh season as Head Coach and eighth season as General Manager of the Cougars. Prior to joining Prince George, he spent seven seasons as General Manager and Head Coach of the Swift Current Broncos. Lamb\u2019s playing career saw him play parts of four seasons in the WHL, including an impressive 136-point campaign (59G-77A) in 72 games with the Medicine Hat Tigers in 1983-84.<\/p>\n

Fred Harbinson, Penticton Vees<\/strong><\/p>\n

In his first season as a WHL head coach, Harbinson guided the Penticton Vees to a B.C. Division title as an expansion team. The 54-year-old product of Port Alberni, B.C., led Penticton to a record of 44-14-6-4. Part of the team\u2019s success can be attributed to a WHL-best penalty kill, which rejected opponent power plays at a rate of 81.8 per cent. Prior to joining the WHL, Harbinson spent 18 seasons at the helm of the BCHL Vees, winning six BCHL titles and earning BCHL Coach of the Year recognition twice (2015-16 and 2021-22).<\/p>\n

About the Western Hockey League<\/strong><\/p>\n

Regarded as the world\u2019s finest development league for junior hockey players, the Western Hockey League (WHL) head office is based in Calgary, Alberta. The WHL consists of 23 member Clubs with 17 located in Western Canada and six in the U.S. Pacific Northwest. A member of the Canadian Hockey League, the WHL has been a leading supplier of talent for the National Hockey League for over 50 years. The WHL is also the leading provider of hockey scholarships with over 375 graduates each year receiving WHL Scholarships to pursue a post-secondary education of their choice. Each season, WHL players also form the nucleus of Canada\u2019s National Junior Hockey Team.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The Dunc McCallum Memorial Trophy honours the outstanding record and contribution of Dunc McCallum, who coached the Brandon Wheat Kings from 1976 to 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Medicine Hat, AB \u2013 <\/strong>The Tigers took on the Pats for game five of the first round on Saturday, April 4th in Co-op Place.<\/p>\n

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Coming into the game with a 3-1 series lead the Tigers were looking for one more win to close out the series and advance to the second round of the 2026 WHL Playoffs.<\/p>\n

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Tigers players came out to Co-op Place on their feet and their flashlights in the air, showing that Tiger fans were ready to cheer on their team as they chased a series clinching win.<\/p>\n

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Both teams put double digit shots on goal in the first period with Medicine Hat outshooting Regina 11-10.<\/p>\n

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While the Tigers were putting shots on net and turning up the offensive pressure, Regina was the first on the board with an early goal from Dayton Deschamps at 1:20.<\/p>\n

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Marek Schlenker and Jordan Switzer<\/strong> kept their respective creases locked down for the rest of the first frame, and the Pats went into the first intermission with a 1-0 lead.<\/p>\n

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Regina was the first on the board for the second period in a row as Zachary Lansard scored his third goal of the playoffs at 1:54.<\/p>\n

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Ruslan Karimov scored the third consecutive unanswered Pats goal at 2:17 to make it 3-0 Regina.<\/p>\n

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The Tigers began their climb back with a power play goal from Andrew Basha<\/strong> at 6:07. Basha finished off a gritty battle in the Pats\u2019 crease as three Tigers players tried to bang the puck in at 6:07.<\/p>\n

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Regina responded later in the period with Ellis Mieyette\u2019s first goal of the playoffs at 12:07.<\/p>\n

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The Tigers made a huge push in the dying minutes of the middle frame to tied the game with two late goals.<\/p>\n

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Noah Davids<\/strong>on muscled in a centering pass in Regina\u2019s crease from Luke Cozens<\/strong> to bring the Tigers within two at 18:18.<\/p>\n

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With five seconds left Bryce Pickford<\/strong> buried a one-timer from Shaeffer Gordon-Carroll<\/strong> to make it a one goal game before the second intermission.<\/p>\n

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After outshooting their opponent 13-8 in the middle frame, The Tigers spent practically the entire third period in Regina\u2019s end outshooting them 12-3.<\/p>\n

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Schlenker continued to stand on his head and keep the Tigers out of the back of the net and Regina held onto their lead.<\/p>\n

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Until Liam Ruck tied the game with 15:36 off of a dumped-in puck bounced off of a stanchion out to the front of the net. Ruck jumped on the opportunity and sent the Tigers to overtime.<\/p>\n

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One goal away from finishing the series, the Tigers were looking for a hero to send them to round two. 0:51 into the overtime period, Cam Parr<\/strong> sent a low wrist shot from the point to the front of the net and the puck found it\u2019s way through the five-hole of Schlenker to finish the series.<\/p>\n

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The Tigers won the series 4-1 with a final score of 5-4 in game five.<\/p>\n

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