Category Archives: Local Sports
Nick Tetz makes history winning sixth consecutive PBR Canada Cup Series event in Lethbridge
Nick Tetz (Calgary, Alberta) continued to ride in unstoppable form in Lethbridge, Alberta, this past weekend, delivering a flawless 2-for-2 performance to win his historic sixth consecutive PBR (Profe...
Mar 09, 2026 (Image Credit: Covy Moore)
Jinaye Shomachuk named U SPORTS Women's Field Athlete of the Year
A University of Lethbridge (U of L) student has received major recognition for her athletic achievements.Jinaye Shomachuk has been named the 2026 U SPORTS Women's Field Athlete of the Year and is the ...
Mar 05, 2026 Jinaye Shomachuk has been named the 2026 U SPORTS Women's Field Athlete of the Year. (Image Credit: University of Lethbridge)
Ponoka hosting Paint the Ice Night at local arena
Town of Ponoka PSA -- Get ready to unleash your inner artist at 'Paint the Ice Night' on Monday, March 23 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Ponoka Arena Complex.This community event invites everyone to transfor...
Mar 04, 2026 (Image Credit: ID 7887086 © Martinmark | Dreamstime.com)
Nick Tetz defending PBR Canada Championship in Lethbridge
Professional Bull Riders (PBR) is set to make its return to Lethbridge this week with the national championship on the line.The PBR Canada Cup Series takes place at the VisitLethbridge.com Arena on Ma...
Mar 04, 2026 Nick Tetz at the PBR South Country Co-op Showdown in 2024. (Image Credit: Covy Moore)
Town of Taber launches survey on future of recreation services
Residents of Taber can help to shape the long-term future of recreation services.The Town of Taber has launched a Recreation Facility Feasibility Study to guide future planning and decisions regarding...
Mar 04, 2026 An explosion caused significant damage to Taber's Community Centre on Dec. 17, 2025. (Image Credit: Town of Taber)
Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame announces 2026 inductees
Some of the Lethbridge area's greatest athletes, coaches and builders are being recognized for their achievements.The Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 Inductees & Kinsmen Spor...
Feb 25, 2026 Toby Boulet announces 2026 Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame Inductees. The banners for the 2026 inductees will be installed later. (Image Credit: Lethbridge Sports Hall of Fame)
Lethbridge athletes, coaches & builders honoured at Achievement Awards
The Lethbridge Sport Council (LSC) is recognizing those who have made significant contributions to the world of sports this past year. It announced the winners of the 16th Lethbridge Sport Council Ach...
Feb 18, 2026 Many of the winners of the Lethbridge Sport Council Achievement Awards, Feb. 18, 2026. (Image Credit: Lethbridge News Now)
28 Southern Albertans earn medals at Alberta Winter Games
It was a successful outing by local athletes at a major provincial competition. The 2026 Alberta Winter Games wrapped up in the northern Lakeland Region on Monday, Feb. 16. More than 100 competitors f...
Feb 17, 2026 The opening ceremonies of the 2026 Alberta Winter Games (Image Credit: Tiny Trio Photography)
Alberta Winter Games underway, over 100 from Lethbridge area competing
Alberta's top young athletes are in the northern Lakeland Region for a high-level competition.The Alberta Winter Games got underway on Friday, Feb. 13, and continue until Monday, Feb. 16.Craig Copelan...
Feb 13, 2026 The opening ceremonies at the 2026 Alberta Winter Games were held on Feb. 13, 2026. (Image Credit: Alberta Winter Games)
Two former Lethbridge Hurricanes competing at Olympics
The Milan Cortina Olympic Games have seen several CHL alumni competing.The league says 96 people who have been part of the league are taking part in the men's ice hockey tournament, running Feb. 11-12...
Feb 11, 2026 Former Lethbridge Hurricanes Oliver Okuliar (left) and Akira Schmid (right) are competing at the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics (Image Credit: Elite Prospects / SinBin.Vegas)