Finishing first overall following the regular season, the Preds earned a spot in the semi-final best of 5 series versus the Twins. A convincing 9-3 win in the first game led to a second win in game two in overtime. Game three they came up short, losing 3-1 but came back in game four to secure their spot in the championship series beating the Twins 4-3.

The final best of five series versus the Vics began with a 2-1 loss. They rebounded in game two winning 3-2. Game three saw another loss against a very tough competitor, with the Vics edging out the Preds 2-1. Game four saw the Preds come back with a 3-2 win to force the series to a deciding fifth game.

The Preds dominated in game 5, gaining the lead early on in the first period and held a 1-0 advantage well into the third period. With 5 minutes remaining in regulation time, the Vics came back to score, evening the game at 1-1. The Preds answered with 52.4 seconds left in the third to go ahead 2-1 and then scored an empty net goal to end the game with a 3-1 victory.

The team wishes to thank all of the fans who came out for every game of the series held at Gateway. It was often difficult to hear their coaches because their fans were so loud! Go Preds Go!!!

Hockey Winnipeg is excited to announce the creation of our U11 Recreational Program in hopes of providing an accessible and inclusive introduction to the sport of hockey for youth ages 9-10 years old.

The recreational program is a co-ed, 20-week program beginning in October and runs until the middle of March. It will consist of 1 game per week, played every Saturday at St. Vital arena with an emphasis on basic skill development and games in a fun and relaxed environment.

All skill levels are welcomed with no previous hockey experience needed. Due to limited space availability, players cannot simultaneously play organized hockey and participate in the recreational program.

Registration will begin on Tuesday, August 16th.  The cost of the program is approximately $350 per player.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Grassroots Program Coordinator, Janelle Forcand at grassroots@hockeywinnipeg.ca or 204-784-5454 ext 4.

Election Results of REMHA Annual Meeting are as follows:

• President - Jarred Dolyniuk
• Vice President A Direct Entry - Kevin Hill
• Vice President A East League - Paul Dyrland
• Development Director - Nolan Shortridge
• Communication Director - Allan Chan
• Secretary - Cheryl Morrow

The Proposed motion to combine the positions of Vice President of Female A and Female AA was carried.