https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:44:15 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/warriors-announce-2026-extreme-hockey-training-camp-itinerary Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:00:47 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/warriors-announce-2026-extreme-hockey-training-camp-itinerary MOOSE JAW, Sask. - The Moose Jaw Warriors will begin their 2026 Training Camp, presented by Extreme Hockey, on Wednesday, August 26.  After completing registration and fitness testing on Wednesday, on-ice sessions will begin on Thursday at 8 am. Ice sessions will continue throughout the rest of the week and the weekend. All ice times are open to the public.  2026 Extreme Hockey Moose Jaw Warriors Training Camp wraps up with the annual Intrasquad game on Monday, August 31st with puck drop scheduled for 5 pm. Admission to the game is by donation to the CMHA in memory of Warriors’ prospect Ethan Williams and alum Rob Trumbley.  Tickets are on sale for the Warriors preseason games through the SaskTix Temple Gardens Box Office or online.  

]]> https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/news-warriors-finalize-coaching-staff-with-four-additions-ahead-of-2026-2027-season Thu, 20 Aug 2026 17:00:38 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/news-warriors-finalize-coaching-staff-with-four-additions-ahead-of-2026-2027-season MOOSE JAW, Sask. - General Manager Jason Ripplinger has finalized the organization’s coaching staff for the 2026 – 2027 season.  Darrin McKechnie and Rob Holoien have been hired as Assistant Coaches, Brett Clark joins the Warriors as the new Skills and Development Coach, and Ryan Pollock has been named Recruiting and Prospect Development Coach.  “We would like to welcome Darrin, Rob, Brett, and Ryan to the Moose Jaw Warriors.  All four bring a different hockey mind to our program, which will help our players and organization continue to grow, as we keep building to become an elite hockey club,” commented General Manager Jason Ripplinger.  From Mossbank, Saskatchewan, McKechnie was an assistant coach with the Regina Pats during the 2014 2015 season.  From 2015 to 2023, he was the head coach of the Regina Pat Canadians (SMAAHLU18).  During his time with the Pat Canadians, the team made the playoffs every year; they captured the 2016 – 2017 league championship, advanced to the TELUS Cup, and won the 2017 – 2018 Circle K Classic.  He served as an assistant coach with the University of Regina Cougars in 2024 – 2025.  From Melfort, Saskatchewan, Holoien was an assistant coach with the Battleford North Stars from 2018 to 2021, and was part of their 2018 – 2019 championship.  In 2022 – 2023, he joined the Prairie Hockey Academy, where he was a head coach and director of player personnel for the U17 Prep team.  In 2025 – 2026, he was an assistant coach with the Moose Jaw U18 Winmar Warriors.  From Wapella, Saskatchewan, Clark was selected by the Montreal Canadiens with the 154th overall pick in the 1996 NHL Entry Draft.  He went on to play in 689 games over 14 years in the NHL with Montreal, Atlanta, Colorado, Tampa Bay, and Minnesota.  After his playing career, he joined the Avalanche as a team consultant from 2014 to 2019 and then as a development coach from 2019 to 2021.  He worked with the Colorado Rampage 18UAAA program as an assistant coach and Head coach from 2021 to 2026.  He is currently the head coach of the Okanagan Hockey Academy (Colorado) 18UAAA team.  From Regina, Saskatchewan, Pollock played five seasons with the University of Regina Cougars from 2000 to 2005 before heading overseas to Sweden for the 2005 – 2006 season.  Upon returning to Canada, he served as the associate head coach and assistant general manager of the Bonnyville Pontiacs (AJHL) from 2007 to 2012.  He spent nine seasons with the Saskatchewan Roughriders in multiple positions within football operations.  In November 2025, he was contracted by the NHL to attend the Global Series in Stockholm, Sweden, to present on player and coach development and to meet with the Swedish Ice Hockey Federation.  The Moose Jaw Warriors open their 2026 Training Camp on Wednesday, August 26.  The 2026 – 2027 regular season opens on Saturday, September 19.  Contact the Warriors Office for ticket information. ]]> https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/signing-warriors-ink-import-forward-kamarainen-to-whl-scholarship-and-development-agreement Thu, 06 Aug 2026 19:30:45 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/signing-warriors-ink-import-forward-kamarainen-to-whl-scholarship-and-development-agreement MOOSE JAW, Sask. - The Moose Jaw Warriors have signed 2026 CHL Import Draft first-round selection Rasmus Kamarainen to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.  “We are excited to add Rasmus to our forward group,” said General Manager Jason Ripplinger. “He will bring us speed and skill up front.” In 43 games last season with Assat U20 in Finland, Kamarainen recorded 16 goals, 36 points, and 20 penalty minutes. Named to Team Finland for the 2026 World Junior Summer Showcase, Kamarainen recorded an assist and four penalty minutes in five games. The Finnish team completed the tournament with a record of 2-3. Kamarainen will make his first trek to Moose Jaw ahead of 2026 training camp at the end of August. Season tickets for the 2026/2027 season are still available online or by visiting the Moose Jaw Warriors Business Office.   ]]> https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/news-king-promoted-to-head-coach Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:00:52 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/news-king-promoted-to-head-coach https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/trade-warriors-add-veteran-goaltender-switzer-from-tigers Tue, 28 Jul 2026 17:00:08 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/trade-warriors-add-veteran-goaltender-switzer-from-tigers MOOSE JAW, Sask. - The Moose Jaw Warriors have acquired 2007-born goaltender and 2025 WHL Champion Jordan Switzer from the Medicine Hat Tigers in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round pick, a 2029 second-round pick, and a conditional sixth-round pick in 2030.  “Adding a goalie with the experience Jordan has will help our team keep building from the backend out,” said General Manager Jason Ripplinger. In 44 games last season with the Tigers, Switzer (6’1, 185lbs) posted a record of 30-7-2-2 with a 2.85 goals-against average and .889 save percentage.  In 10 appearances in the 2026 WHL Playoffs, Switzer registered a 2.70 goals-against average and .898 save percentage along with a 7-2 record, including one shutout victory.  In 78 career regular-season appearances in the WHL, Switzer has earned a record of 54-14-4-2, a 2.78 goals-against average, and a .894 save percentage.  Switzer was drafted by the Medicine Hat Tigers 111th overall at the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft.  Season tickets for the 2026/2027 season are on sale now at the Warriors Business Office or online. ]]> https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/warriors-add-hlady-karapita-to-hockey-staff Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:08 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/warriors-add-hlady-karapita-to-hockey-staff Moose Jaw, SK – Moose Jaw Warriors General Manager Jason Ripplinger has announced the additions of Mitchell Karapita as the organization's new Athletic Therapist and Scott Hlady as the new Equipment Manager. “With their experience, adding Scott and Mitch to the organization will help with our player experience and continue to build the culture and environment that we strive for in Moose Jaw,” commented General Manager Jason Ripplinger. Originally from Jedburgh, Saskatchewan, Karapita spent the last two years as the Assistant Athletic Therapist with the Calgary Wranglers in the American Hockey League.  Before joining the Wranglers, he spent two years as the Head Athletic Therapist and Strength and Conditioning Coach with the Prince George Cougars.  In 2024, he was an Athletic Therapist for Hockey Canada at the National U17 Development Camp. From Brandon, Manitoba, Scott Hlady spent last season as the Assistant Equipment Manager with the Manitoba Moose in the American Hockey League.  Before joining the Moose, he spent 22 years as the Equipment Manager for the Brandon Wheat Kings. Karapita and Hlady take over for Layne Richardson and Tanner Arnold, both of whom have accepted jobs in the American Hockey League. “Not only do we feel our organization does a great job helping players prepare for the next stage of their careers, but the development of our staff is also just as important,” commented Ripplinger.  “Tanner and Layne have done a great job for us over the years.  They have worked hard to earn this opportunity, and we are excited for them.  We would like to thank them for all that they have done for the Warriors.” Season tickets for the 2026/2027 season are on sale now at the Warriors Business Office or online.  ]]> https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/warriors-goaltending-prospect-mingo-named-to-canadas-u17-summer-selection-camp-roster Tue, 14 Jul 2026 15:00:06 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/warriors-goaltending-prospect-mingo-named-to-canadas-u17-summer-selection-camp-roster MOOSE JAW, Sask. - Warriors signed goaltending prospect Dylan Mingo has been named to the Team Canada U17 Summer Selection Camp roster. Mingo was drafted 41st overall at the 2025 WHL Prospects Draft. Following training camp, the product of Peachland, British Columbia, signed his WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.  Playing with RHA Kelowna’s U17 Prep team last season, Mingo recorded a .922 save percentage, a 3.11 goals-against average, and a record of 11-3-0. In three playoff appearances, Mingo earned a 1.67 goals-against average, a save percentage of .955, and a perfect 3-0 record, helping the team win the CSSHL U17 Prep title.  Mingo made his first start on February 20th at Temple Gardens Centre in Moose Jaw against the Prince George Cougars. In his two combined appearances, Mingo posted a 3.18 goals-against average and a .923 save percentage.  Mingo joins Warriors’ alumnus and goaltending coach Adam Evanoff, who was named a camp goaltending coach.  The final U17 Team Canada prospects will represent their country at the U17 World Challenge in Oakville, Ontario, from November 1-7, 2026.  Season tickets for the 2026/2027 season are on sale now at the Warriors Business Office or online. ]]> https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/a-letter-from-golf-tournament-chair-todd-hudson Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:25 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/a-letter-from-golf-tournament-chair-todd-hudson Media Partners Golden West Radio Moose Jaw Express I also want to thank every golfer who took part, the alumni and current Warriors who joined us, the volunteers, Hillcrest Golf Club, Moose Jaw WA WA Shrine Club, and our entire golf committee. The dedication of this committee is a major part of what makes this tournament successful. Their continued support, energy, and time behind the scenes make the event better every year. It is truly a pleasure to work with and be part of a community like Moose Jaw, where our businesses and community members continue to step up and give their support in so many ways. On behalf of the Warrior Golf Committee and the Moose Jaw Warriors, thank you again for your continued support. Todd Hudson Warrior Golf Committee Chair]]> https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/pro-signing-moose-jaws-calvert-signs-two-year-elc-with-pittsburgh-penguins Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:38:09 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/pro-signing-moose-jaws-calvert-signs-two-year-elc-with-pittsburgh-penguins PITTSBURGH, PA. - Moose Jaw’s own Atley Calvert has signed an NHL entry-level contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins. Calvert recorded 13 goals and 36 points through 38 games with the Wheeling Nailers of the ECHL in the 2024/2025 season before being called up to join the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins of the AHL. Over parts of two seasons, Calvert tallied 25 goals and 52 points through 96 regular-season games with the club. Calvert was part of the Moose Jaw Warriors' historic run to the 2024 WHL Championship, where he became part of the franchise’s first league title in their 40-year existence. On the run to the Memorial Cup, where the team placed third, Calvert tallied eight goals and 20 points through 20 games.  During his final season, Calvert earned the title of highest-scoring Moose Jaw-born Warrior with 105 goals and 220 points through 237 regular-season games.  Calvert will return to Moose Jaw for the upcoming HK Henderson | Navacord Moose Jaw Warriors’ Alumni golf tournament coming up on July 3rd. ]]> https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/draft-warriors-add-forward-goaltender-at-2026-chl-import-draft Tue, 30 Jun 2026 17:53:43 +0000 Elizabeth Black https://chl.ca/whl-warriors/article/draft-warriors-add-forward-goaltender-at-2026-chl-import-draft MOOSE JAW, Sask. - The Moose Jaw Warriors have completed the 2026 CHL Import Draft by making two selections ahead of the 2026-2027 season.  With their first round selection, the Moose Jaw Warriors selected Finnish skater Rasmus Kamarainen 15th overall. In the second round, the Warriors took Slovakian goaltender Samuel Hrenak 76th overall. Hrenak was drafted 71st overall by the Winnipeg Jets at the 2026 NHL Entry Draft.  Playing last season with the Assat U20 team in Finland, Kamarainen recorded 16 goals and 36 points through 43 games. Kamarainen (5’11", 176 lbs) has represented Finland at the U16, U17, U18, U19, and U20 levels, totalling 13 goals and 31 points in international competition. “We wanted to add an older forward this year,” said General Manager Jason Ripplinger. “He’s really highly skilled, [he] competes, and scores goals.” Kamarainen is the first Finnish player to be drafted by the Moose Jaw Warriors.  In nine games with the Fargo Force of the USHL, Hrenak (6’3”, 190lbs) posted a 7-1-1 record with a goals against average of 2.20 and a .918 save percentage. With team Slovakia at the U18 Championship, Hrenak earned a 1.62 goals against average, a .925 save percentage, and a record of 4-1-0.  “He’s a big goalie; he moves well, [we] watched a lot of video on him,” said Ripplinger. “We’re looking forward to him hopefully joining us [for the upcoming season].” Hrenak is the third goaltender ever selected by the Moose Jaw Warriors at the CHL Import Draft.  Ripplinger notes that the team has had good communication with both players’ representation after they were drafted earlier today.  Season tickets for the 2026/2027 season are on sale now at the Warriors Business Office or online.   ]]>