The Alberta Sports Hall of Fame has announced its class of 2026."Each year, the Alberta Sports Hall of Fame has the honour of recognizing remarkable individuals who have shaped sport in our province. The Class of 2026 is no exception," said Alberta Sports Hall of Fame Board Chair Murray Cunningham. "This...

A short track speed skater from Lethbridge is celebrating a successful weekend after competing at an international event. Mikka Eaves competed at the Elite International event in Montreal. Eaves was 3rd overall, and won a silver medal in the 1000m event (only 0.017 seconds away from taking the gold). She also placed 5t...

Below are the scores of the games played this weekend that led to the Alberta Bowl, School Sport Alberta's high school football championship weekend, next week in Edmonton.5A (School Pop. 1400+)Saturday, November 22#4 Ernest Manning Griffins 23 #1 Harry Ainlay Titans 20 (FINAL in OT)#3 Notre Dame (CGY) Pride 31 #2 Raym...

A local company is investing in the future of student-athletes in Lethbridge.The University of Lethbridge (U of L) has announced a five-year partnership with KB Heating, Plumbing & Air Conditioning Ltd. (KB Heating).They will become the new Community Corner sponsor for Pronghorn Athletics.As part of the agreement, ...

Hockey Canada announced that Edmonton and Red Deer will host the 2027 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Junior Championship.The announcement was made on Tuesday morning in Edmonton in partnership with the Canadian Hockey League and the IIHF.The tournament is set to take place from Dec. 26, 2026, to Jan. ...

The road to the Alberta Bowl began on Saturday, officially. Below are the results of the games played at all five levels of high school football as regulated by School Sport Alberta, and their path past this point. Also included are the results of the Bantam (age 15 or less) Minor Provincial Tier I Championship Game.5A...

The Western Hockey League (WHL) is taking disciplinary action against two hockey officials.Lethbridge Hurricanes General Manager Peter Anholt has been suspended.An investigation by the league found that Anholt breached the WHL Standards of Conduct.It says he used "intimidating behaviour and language" during a...

The FIFA stars of tomorrow can get some hands-on experience from Lethbridge's collegiate soccer players.The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns, in partnership with Building Safer Communities and the City of Lethbridge, is hosting a free soccer camp for local youth.Those aged 12-17 can take part in a two-hour session o...

If you know of any locals who have made significant contributions to the world of sport, now is your chance to give them the recognition they deserve.The Lethbridge Sport Council (LSC) has opened nominations for its 16th Annual Achievement Awards.Susan Eymann, executive director of the LSC, says that the stories of ded...

PROMOTIONS/EVENTS Next Home Game: The Hurricanes will return to the VisitLethbridge.com Arena on Friday, Nov. 28, when they welcome Lynden Lakovic and the Moose Jaw Warriors at 7:00 p.m.. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the VisitLethbridge.com Arena Ticket Centre, by calling 403-329-SEAT (7328) or online by visiti...

The Lethbridge Hurricanes Hockey Club has announced the acquisition of 2006-born forward Kayden Longley, the WHL playing rights to 2010-born forward Grayson Bauer, a third-round pick in 2027 (SPO), a fourth-round pick in 2026 (REG), a sixth-round pick in 2026 (LET), a conditional first-round pick in 2026 (REG) and a co...

The University of Lethbridge is hosting the 2025 Canada West Swimming Championships later this month.The U of L Pronghorns will be competing against some of the fastest swimmers in western Canada, including Olympians, after the university previously hosted the championships in 2023.Pronghorns Athletics Director Spencer...

Next Home Game: The Hurricanes continue a four-game homestand on Wednesday against Daxon Rudolph and the Prince Albert Raiders at 7:00 p.m. before hosting the Brandon Wheat Kings on Friday at 7:00 p.m.! Tickets can be purchased by visiting the VisitLethbridge.com Arena Ticket Centre, by calling 403-329-SEAT (7328) or o...

All information below is courtesy Football Alberta:Aaaaaaaaaaaaaand, we're back. After a long four week hiatus, high school football is back. Unfortunately, the break was long enough to make the resumption of the regular season impossible, so most leagues have gone straight to abbreviated playoffs. Some leagues or divi...

The Canadian Hockey League (CHL) has announced the full roster for Team CHL ahead of the 2025 CHL USA Prospects Challenge.The event will feature the top 2026 NHL Draft-eligible players from the Western Hockey League (WHL), Ontario Hockey League (OHL) and Quebec Maritimes Junior Hockey League (QMJHL) facing off against ...

A former University of Lethbridge athlete and member of the Kainai Nation has been named the recipient of the National Tom Longboat Award. The Tom Longboat Awards recognize Indigenous athletes for their outstanding contributions to sport in Canada. Apollo Hess, a three-time U SPORTS national champion and national recor...

Next Home Game: The Hurricanes return to the VisitLethbridge.com on Wednesday, Oct. 29 when they welcome Joe Iginla and the Edmonton Oil Kings at 7:00 p.m. before hosting the Tri-City Americans for the B93 Halloween Howler on Saturday, Nov. 1 at 6:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the VisitLethbridge.com Are...

The Lethbridge Hurricanes Hockey Club has announced the acquisition of 2006-born forward Owen Berge from the Moose Jaw Warriors in exchange for an eighth-round draft pick in the 2028 Western Hockey League Prospects Draft. Additionally, the Hurricanes have released 2007-born forward Jack Toogood. Berge, 19, was original...

We could soon see a few members of the Lethbridge Hurricanes playing in the pro league.The NHL's Central Scouting Service has released its Preliminary Players to Watch List. It provides insight into which up-and-coming players might be selected in the 2026 NHL Draft.Koen Cleaver, 18, was ranked as a "W" goalt...

A roster shakeup has been announced by the Lethbridge Hurricanes.The team has acquired a conditional eighth-round draft pick in the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft from the Kamloops Blazers in exchange for 2006-born defenceman Carson Olsen.The 19-year-old was undrafted in the WHL Draft and signed by the Hurricanes in Septembe...

A wrestler from Lethbridge will be attending a major global tournament.Angelina Ellis-Toddington has been named to Team Canada at the U23 World Wrestling Championships, set to take place Oct. 20-27, 2025, in Novi Sad, Serbia.She will compete in the women's 65-kilogram category.This will be Ellis-Toddington's second tim...

A member of the Lethbridge Hurricanes will represent Canada at a major international hockey tournament.Leif Oaten will serve as one of two goaltenders for Team Canada Red.The 16-year-old from Calgary recently attended the World U-17 Development Camp and will be the only goalie from the WHL to compete this year.Oaten wa...

The athletics and recreation building at the University of Lethbridge (U of L) is now called the Co-Op Centre for Sport & Wellness.South Country Co-Op has been announced as the facility's naming sponsor. The company will contribute $4.25 million over the 25-year agreement, or $170,000 per year.Graham Getz, CEO of S...

A group of players for the Lethbridge Bulls is being recognized for their outstanding performances this past season.The Western Canadian Baseball League (WCBL) has announced its 2025 Regular Season All-Star Teams, which include four members of the Bulls.The Bulls say the selections highlight another strong season for t...

A local baseball program is set to receive a big funding boost.Excite Lethbridge has announced that it will be donating $18,000 to the Lethbridge Longhorns.Members of the Longhorns volunteered to sell Jumbo Bites at Whoop-Up Days, and every year, proceeds from the sale of the fried Bannock products go to a local non-pr...

Some of the best swimmers in Western Canada will be in Lethbridge later this year.The University of Lethbridge (U of L) has announced that it will host the 2025 Canada West Swimming Championships from November 28-30.Collegiate swimmers will battle for conference titles and qualifying times towards the U SPORTS National...

It is a deal that was simply "Toogood" to pass up for the Lethbridge Hurricanes.The team has announced the acquisition of Edmonton Oil Kings' forward Jack Toogood in exchange for a conditional eighth-round pick in the 2028 WHL Prospects Draft.The 18-year-old was originally drafted by the Oil Kings in the 12th...

A member of the Lethbridge Hurricanes is set to do his part for charity.The Shane Scores for Maia campaign is returning for the 2025-26 season.Hurricanes forward Shane Smith will donate $25 for every point he records this season to the Canadian CMV Foundation, in honour of his niece Maia, who was diagnosed with Cytomeg...