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Chenier excited to face former team
By Lethbridge Herald on January 16th, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Oli Chenier won’t have to wait long to face his former team for the first time. The Lethbridge Hurricanes acquired Chenier back on Jan. 5 ahead of the WHL trade deadline from the Prince Albert Raiders in exchange for a fourth round pick in the upcoming 2026 WHL Prospects Draft. Lethbridge ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pronghorns preparing to host Saskatchewan in final home weekend
By Lethbridge Herald on January 15th, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald For the final time this season, the University of Lethbridge Pronghorns will take to home court. The Horns will complete their home basketball schedule this weekend as they welcome the University of Saskatchewan Huskies to the Co-op Centre for Sports & Wellness. Lethbridge will be on the road for the final ... Read More »
1 responseWaknuk becomes winningest coach in Pronghorn women’s basketball history
By Lethbridge Herald on January 14th, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns has a new name in their women’s basketball record book. Following the Pronghorns 63-53 win over the MacEwan Griffins on Saturday, Dave Waknuk became the winningest head coach in program history with his 66th career Canada West victory and 87th U SPORTS win. Waknuk received a ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Heger looking to prove himself with Hurricanes
By Lethbridge Herald on January 14th, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald It’s not often that the Lethbridge Hurricanes and Medicine Hat Tigers link up for a trade, but that’s what happened ahead of the WHL trade deadline last week. On Wednesday Jan. 8, the Hurricanes shipped 19-year-old forward Luke Cozens to the Tigers in exchange for 18-year-old defenceman Kyle Heger. The teams ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge Hurricanes GM Peter Anholt resigns following WHL investigation
By Lethbridge Herald on January 9th, 2026
Alexandra Noad Lethbridge Herald Following a WHL disciplinary investigation, the Lethbridge Hurricanes have accepted the resignation of GM Peter Anholt. This decision was made following the conclusion of the investigation of a claim with allegations stating that Anholt breached the WHL Standard of Conduct with respect to threatening and intimidating language. Doug Paisley, president ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Lethbridge joining Strong Cities Network
By Lethbridge Herald on January 9th, 2026
By Alexandra Noad, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter- Lethbridge Herald Yesterday, The City of Lethbridge joined the Strong Cities Network, a global coalition of over 270 municipalities working together to reduce hate, extremism and polarization. Strong Cities Network supports governments by providing training, expertise and practical tools. One of the resources Strong Cities hosts is the ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Pronghorns basketball announces new title sponsor
By Lethbridge Herald on January 8th, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald The University of Lethbridge Pronghorns will have a new title sponsor moving forward. Ward Bros. Construction will be investing $150,000 into the Pronghorn basketball programs and scholarship endowment over the next five years. The U of L Board of Governors will match $25,000 to double the endowment. During a media availability ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Mistakes loom large as Hurricanes fall to Seattle
By Lethbridge Herald on January 7th, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Hurricanes couldn’t overcome a slow start on Wednesday night, falling 6-3 to the Seattle Thunderbirds at the VisitLethbridge.com Arena. “There’s lots of good things in that game.” Matt Anholt said in an interview following the game. “Obviously, again, giving up five goals, take away the empty netter. It’s hard ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Petruk, Leonard relishing WHL second chance in Lethbridge
By Lethbridge Herald on January 7th, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald Nothing is a guarantee in the Western Hockey League, but both Andrew Petruk and Fraser Leonard are thankful for a second chance with the Lethbridge Hurricanes. Lethbridge signed both players from the BCHL on Dec. 12 while the Hurricanes were on a road trip through Saskatchewan. Leonard was with the Prince ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!McFadden impresses in WHL debut for Hurricanes
By Lethbridge Herald on January 6th, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Hurricanes got a glimpse at the future over the weekend. 15-year-old defenceman Liam McFadden made his WHL debut for the Hurricanes on Friday night in a 4-3 Lethbridge win over the Swift Current Broncos at the VisitLethbridge.com Arena. McFadden was selected in the third round, 54th overall by Lethbridge ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Cozens OT winner lifts Hurricanes past Swift Current
By Lethbridge Herald on January 2nd, 2026
Nathan Reiter Lethbridge Herald The Lethbridge Hurricanes started off the new calendar year on the right foot picking up a 4-3 win in overtime over the Swift Current Broncos on Friday night. “I liked our response in the third.” Hurricanes head coach Matt Anholt said in a postgame interview. “I think for the most part, ... Read More »
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