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The Dauphin Clippers varsity boys basketball team wrapped up their season over the weekend at the AAA provincial championships.
In the team's first game, Nick Hudyma had 28 points, seven rebounds, three assists, and three steals, but it wasn't enough, as Dauphin was downed against Lorette, 82-63.
Ronin Mouck had 16 points, six rebounds, three assists, three steals, and three blocks.
Dauphin was back on the court in the consolation semifinals and they weren't denied. Hudyma had 41 points, 13 rebounds, seven assists, and three steals as the Clippers hammered RD Parker, 76-63. Mouck had another six points while Gabe Beaudin had four points, eight rebounds, four steals, and two blocks.
In the consolation finals, Dauphin came up short, 86-77, against Elmwood. Beaudin had 10 points, 16 rebounds, two assists, one steal, and five blocks. Hudyma 26 points, 16 rebounds, eight steals, and three assists. Mouck added 21 points.
While they didn't complete their ultimate goal of winning a provincial title, this is a group that should be very proud of themselves. They were ranked inside the top five all season and were a force to be reckoned with.
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The Dauphin Clippers hockey team will play for a championship in the Westman High School Hockey League.
In front of an incredible crowd at the Centennial Arena on Sunday afternoon, Dauphin downed the Swan Valley Tigers, 4-1, to win the best-of-three series in three games. Dauphin won back-to-back games to win the series.
Ethan Carnegie scored twice for Dauphin while Cody Zurba and Ronin Mouck also lit the twine for the Clippers.
A daunting test now awaits the Clippers with a title on the line as they'll play the Vincent Massey Vikings. They scored 10 goals and gave up just two in a two-game sweep against the Huskies. Dating back to the regular season, Vincent Massey has won 38 straight games and have not lost one in league play.
Game one is Tuesday in Brandon before the Clippers host game two on Wednesday. Stay tuned to hear from Jason Alf on Monday morning.
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Their journey has come to an end.
Butch Mouck and his team did an incredible job of qualifying for the playoffs at the senior men's provincial curling championships, however, they lost to a powerhouse team on Sunday afternoon and have been eliminated from contention.
After winning four of their seven round-robin games, Mouck, third Glenn Parrott, second Brad Edwards, lead Fred Scott, and alternate Warren Erickson, advanced to the page playoff.
Tied heading into the eighth against Team Dunstone, Mouck's team needed to generate a steal, but it wasn't to be. Dunstone scored twice in the eighth end to secure a 5-3 win.
It was a great weekend for Mouck and his team.
They needed a steal in the eighth end, however, it wasn't to be.
Butch Mouck and his team dropped their second game at the senior men's provincial championships. This time, it was by a 5-4 scoreline against Team Randy Neufeld.
At 2-2, Mouck, Parrott, Edwards, and Scott are in a five-way tie for third place at 2-2.
They'll play two more games on Saturday.
Good teams bounce back after tough losses and that's exactly what Butch Mouck of Gilbert Plains and his team did.
Butch, Glenn Parrott, Brad Edwards, and Fred Scott won their second game of the tournament to move to 2-1. They beat Team MacKay, 6-3 on Friday morning.
Starting with a two in the first end and another two in the fourth, Butch and his team converted their third multiple-point end of the night with two in the seventh. They then ran Team MacKay out of rocks.
Mouck and his team are in a four-way tie for second place in the Asham Group. Their next game is on Friday afternoon at 4.
After a dramatic comeback in their first game of the day, Butch Mouck and his team couldn't pull off a perfect opening day.
They lost to Team Scinocca, 6-3. They ran away with the game with two steals of two in the fifth and six ends, and while Team Mouck scored two in the seventh, they ran out of rocks in the eighth.
Two more games for the team will be played Friday.
Butch Mouck and his foursome are competing in the Strathcona Trust Senior Men's Provincial Championships this weekend at the East. St Paul Curling Club.
In the Asham Group, it was a perfect start for Mouck as they downed Team Warren, 5-4, on Thursday morning. Butch is skipping, joined by third Glenn Parrott, second Brad Edwards, lead Fred Scott, and alternate Warren Erickson.
It was a come-from-behind victory in their first game. Trailing 4-1 after four ends, Butch and his team stole singles in four straight ends for the nail-biting win.
Stay tuned over the next few days to find out how the team does.
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The Dauphin Kings used an outstanding third period to earn a lead in their best-of-seven series with the Waywayseecappo Wolverines.
The Wolverines had no answers for the Kings in the third period as Dauphin scored three times in the final 20 minutes as they ran away with a 4-1 win. Sebastian Stone opened up the scoring in the game as the Wolverines held a 1-0 lead after 22 minutes.
Ty Pratte scored early in the second to tie it and Dauphin opened up the game in the third. Gavin Nemis (1) scored the game-winner early in the third while Sheldon Shyiak (1) and Ethan Stewart (1) also scored for Dauphin.
Cole Sheffield made 20 saves in the victory. Dauphin takes a 1-0 lead in the best-of-seven. Game two will be played on Sunday night from the Arena Complex in Waywayseecappo.
Darnell Duff and Jeff Henson have the Parkland Source for Sports pregame show, starting at 7:15.
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When the Dauphin Kings dealt away a few of their veteran blueliners last year, younger players had an opportunity to get more ice time and step up.
One of those players was Aiden Murray. Murray was thrust into action consistently after the trade deadline and quickly made a name for himself after playing his AAA hockey with the Notre Dame Hounds. Murray finished last season with three goals and nine assists in 36 regular season contests, before notching a pair of assists in seven playoff games.
He was relied on in any situation and always came to the rink with his work boots on, ready to help the Kings in any way possible. When his season ended in early April after Dauphin lost in game seven against the Blizzard, Murray immediately turned his focus to this year.
He had a great summer in the gym and skated when he could. Back with the Kings this year, Murray has become a fan favourite.
"It's been a great time in Dauphin, I love being here and playing for the Kings," offered Murray. "I went through some injuries early in the season which was tough, but it's playoff time, and everyone is excited."
Aiden's last game of 2024 was on November 10. He had one assist as Dauphin downed the Selkirk Steelers, 4-1. Murray did not play again until January 4 after suffering an injury that forced him to miss 12 games.
Frustrated with the situation, Murray stayed positive.
"Injuries suck for anyone, it's never fun, but there's nothing you can really do about it, it's part of the game," continued Murray. "I stayed in the gym and in shape while I was out so I could come back ready to go when I could."
When in the lineup, Murray is one of the top defenders in the league. He'll go in the corner, come out with the puck, and quickly move it up the ice. He's also very disciplined with just 30 penalty minutes in 40 games while posting one goal and 11 points.
"The biggest part of my game is moving the puck up the ice quickly and making smart plays," continued Murray. "I know my role and play it to the best of my ability. I'm happy with how the year has gone for the team and personally."
The Kings won 37 games this year and were one of only four teams to lose fewer than 20 games (Portage, Steinbach, and Winkler). Dauphin clinched first place in the West Division last Tuesday when they beat Waywayseecappo. It was Dauphin's first West Division regular season pennant since 2021-22.
"We had a lot of ups and downs last year, we've been more consistent this year in my opinion," said Murray. "We have battled through injuries and stuck with it. Securing first place in our division was awesome, a great achievement."
Dauphin has remained consistent despite missing some key personnel during the second half of the season. Cayden Glover hasn't played since January 31, Madden Murray last played on February 8, Gavin Nemis missed the final four games of the regular season and Havryil Simchuk missed the last nine games of the campaign.
Madden remains day-to-day, however, Nemis, Glover, and Simchuk are projected to return on Friday for game one of the Turnbull Cup playoffs.
"Having them back in terms of their play will be huge," continued Murray. "I think it will also inspire the boys to get fired up, having them back is going to be huge for us."
Dauphin opens the playoffs on Friday when the Waywayseecappo Wolverines come to town. The two teams played twice during the last week of the regular season and will now play in a best-of-seven. It's the first time the two teams have played in a playoff series since 2015, when the Wolverines swept the Kings in the Survivor Series.
Dauphin split their six regular-season meetings with the Wolverines and finished 24 points ahead of them in the standings. There's no doubt that the Kings enter the series as favourites, however, Murray knows they can't them the Wolverines lightly.
"I think it's going to be a good test for us," offered Murray. "We've had a good week of practice. Guys are coming back from injuries and sickness, so we're ready to go."
All year long, the word 'special' has been used to describe Dauphin. From top to bottom, Aiden says this team has been tight since day one and believes that'll be beneficial come Friday.
"It's the best team that I've ever been a part of, we're super tight," said Murray. "We have a ton of offensive firepower and excellent on the back end, with great goaltending. We have a complete team and we'll be ready to go every night."
Eight teams qualified for the Turnbull Cup playoffs. The Dauphin Kings are ranked fourth overall, behind Winkler, Steinbach, and Portage. Murray has helped Dauphin qualify for the big dance in both of his years in the City of Sunshine and as the 19-year-old star says, there's nothing like playoff hockey.
"The regular season is a great time," ended Murray. "With that said, everyone is waiting for the playoffs, this is what you play for. I've been waiting for this moment and I know everyone else on the team is."
You can hear Aiden's full chat with Darnell Duff during the Dauphin Kings Power Play Show on Friday afternoon on 730CKDM at 4 p.m. Then head to Credit Union Place for game one at 7:30 and you can also hear the game with Darnell Duff, starting with the Parkland Source for Sports pregame show at 7:00 p.m.
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He is by far the youngest head coach and general manager in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL).
While he may lack some experience, his passion and commitment to the game are why he got a chance. He's made the most of that chance and is ready to lead his club into the Turnbull Cup playoffs on Friday night. Landyn Cochrane spent last season as an assistant coach on Taylor Harnett's coaching staff for the Waywayseecappo Wolverines.
When Taylor left the organization to pursue other opportunities, the door was open. Landyn stepped in and has done great things in his first year as a bench boss. Cochrane is only a few years removed from winning a national championship with the Minot State Beavers in the American Collegiate Hockey Association.
"It's been a whirlwind. I came in as a first-year head coach and was tasked with learning what style we wanted to play and how to go about things," said Cochrane. "We found our groove in December and the guys settled into our defence first, simple hard-nosed game. We've been a very bought-in team."
Waywayseecappo dramatically punched their playoff ticket, sealing the final spot on the last day of the season. Ryley Cyca’s clutch goal with 0.1 seconds left lifted the Wolverines to a 2-1 win over Dauphin, capping off a late-season surge.
Goaltender Mariko Bercier was a wall, stopping 32 shots in a crucial 1-0 shutout against Virden on February 25. The Wolverines also edged Portage on March 1, winning three of their last four to stay ahead of Virden by two points. Coach Cochrane praised the team’s grit and resilience in the playoff push.
"We've been playing some carefree, aggressive hockey down the stretch," continued Cochrane. "The pressure is off us now, we're in. We're going to play some aggressive, underdog hockey."
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Waywayseecappo opens the playoffs on Friday at Credit Union Place as they play the Kings in a best-of-seven series. These two teams haven't met in a playoff series for a decade and Cochrane was also a part of that one.
The Wolverines swept the Kings in two games in the 2015 Survivor Series and Cochrane was a player on the team. He was on the ice as the Wolverines won game one in overtime, 3-2, at the Arena Complex.
"I remember being just as excited back then as I was when we clinched on Saturday," offered Cochrane. "The crowd was amazing and we had posters all over the place. It was surreal and I'm looking to share that same experience with the guys on this year's team."
The season series between Dauphin and the Wolverines was a tight one. After Dauphin pounded Wayway, 8-0, in their first meeting of the year, the Wolverines won three of the next five games against Dauphin. They split six games and now, it's the first team to four wins.
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If the Wolverines are to have success, Jaxon Grosdidier will have to carry over his regular-season success. The 20-year-old from Sioux Falls, SD., led the team with 25 goals and 51 points in 57 games. After failing to record a point in the team's first game against Dauphin, Grosdidier went on to torch the Kings.
He had five goals and eight points in the next five meetings, including a goal in the season finale. Grosdidier has an elite shot, he's crafty and can take over a shift.
"He's a skilled grinder. He has a lethal shot and can make plays off the rush," continued Cochrane. "He's also a guy that will dig deep in the corners and go low to high. He's the first one on the ice and the last one off. Whether it's on or off the ice, he's leading by example."
To start the series, it will be the Mariko Bercier show. He played two games with the Notre Dame Hounds of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League to start the season. Since arriving in Waywayseecappo, Bercier has stolen the number-one job from Jase Wareham.
Bercier has won 14 games with the White & Yellow, his finest was a 32-save performance in last month's key win over Virden. Bercier also made several brilliant saves against Dauphin last Saturday and finished the night with 28 saves. Mariko has earned the right to start game one and he'll need to be rock solid to give the Wolverines their best chance.
"He's cool as a cucumber, he doesn't get too worked up, and you love to see that trait from your goaltender," commented Cochrane. "I know he's ready for playoffs, just like everyone on our team is."
When the Wolverines hit the ice for game one on Friday, they'll have plenty of fan support. Hundreds of fans were in Dauphin last Saturday to cheer on the Wolverines and much of the same is expected on Friday and for the entire series.
Come Sunday, the Arena Complex will be rocking as the Wolverines host game two. Fans have embraced the Wolverines run and they're ready for playoff hockey.
"You see people driving by and they roll down their windows to say good luck, it's pretty great to be a part of," ended Cochrane. "We're very grateful for the support and appreciate it, the community is excited for this. Our rink crew is putting some playoff logos on the ice, everyone is ready to get down to business."
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The rivalry is as heated as it ever has been and the stage is set for one more round as the Clippers Ship is heading to Swan River with a chance to play in the championship series.
Ethan Carnegie scored in the second, and Ronin Mouck scored a beautiful goal in the third as the Clippers downed the Swan Valley Tigers, 3-0, on Tuesday night inside Credit Union Place. Jorden Braun scored Dauphin's third goal in the game and got the crowd going with a sweet celebration as he skated to the bench.
Chase Glover was outstanding, making several incredible saves, including the save of the year when he dove across the blue paint to keep the puck out in the third.
The best-of-three series is now tied at a game apiece. The Tigers will host the deciding game on Sunday afternoon at 4 at the Centennial Arena. The winner of that game has a ticket to the championship series.
A massive shoutout to the fans.
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The Goose Lake Raiders junior varsity boys basketball team out of Roblin is looking back on a successful season full of highs and success stories.
Eight young basketball stars suited up for the Raiders this season and finished fourth in the Carman Collegiate tournament. They beat the Dufferin Christian Stingers in a thrilling round-robin game, 59-55, before playing the Prairie Mountain Predators in the bronze medal match.
In another game that came down to the wire, the Raiders came up just short, 61-57. Next up for the group was their home tournament at Goose Lake and the Raiders won two of their three games, dominating Neepawa and the Oscar Lathlin Wolverines. The team earned their first podium finish of the season after falling against a very strong Virden Golden Bears team.
Ryan Wiesner is the team's head coach and was proud of how the group came together.
"It was an incredible group of young men to work with," said Wiesner. "They worked extremely hard."
The team's most important game at the time came on March 3 in Russell as they played the Birdtail Sioux Eagles at Major Pratt School. The equation was simple for the Raiders, win and they were off to the provincial championships. Not only did Goose Lake win, they dominated. The Raiders led from start to finish and posted a 93-35 win.
"We didn't really know what to expect coming into that game," continued Wiesner. "The boys played very well and earned a spot in the provincial championships, it was a big win for our group."
Entering the A/AA provincial championships as the underdog ninth seed, the Raiders wasted no time making their presence felt. They stormed into the tournament with a statement win, toppling the eighth-ranked Carman Cougars 72-60 in a commanding opening-round performance. But they were just getting started.
Riding that wave of momentum, the Raiders stepped onto the court for a showdown that would be etched in the history books. Facing the top-ranked Souris Sabres—an overwhelming favourite—the Raiders delivered a fearless and inspired performance. Their offence clicked with precision, while their defence suffocated the Sabres at every turn. When the final buzzer sounded, the scoreboard told the tale of a giant slaying: Goose Lake 74, Souris 63.
"Out of all the games, that was definitely our highlight, you could feel the buzz in the room during that game," continued Wiesner. "We were able to go shot for shot with them and outlasted them."
Ryan was so proud of the group, who tamed the best team in the province at the A/AA level.
"They were emotionally excited and knew they did something very special," said Wiesner. "The boys played an almost picture-perfect game, it was so special to be a part of, and I'm so happy for the guys."
The Raiders battled hard but fell short in their final two matchups, ultimately securing a fourth-place finish—just shy of the podium. However, the tournament wasn’t without its silver lining. Tosh Johnson’s electrifying performances didn’t go unnoticed, as he earned a coveted spot on the tournament all-star team, bringing home some well-deserved hardware.
"Tosh is a high character guy, anyone that knows him recognizes how great of a guy he is," said Wiesner. "He's very athletically gifted and has a great attitude. He's very easy to coach, it's been a privilege to watch him play."
The Goose Lake Raiders roster featured Tosh, Hunter Clark, Cash Kitzul, Jack Laviolette, Ryder Newton, Zachary Rolland, Jaxson Whitehawk, and Tyson Wiesner.
"This is a very special group of young men, everyone is high character, and everyone committed," ended Wiesner. "We went into the provincials and finished higher than our ranking and beat the best team in the province, it was a successful season and one to remember."
The Goose Lake Raiders proved they were a force to be reckoned with, leaving a legacy of unforgettable upsets and relentless determination. Though the season ended, their triumphs and teamwork will be remembered for years to come.
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The Dauphin Clippers will return to Credit Union Place on Tuesday and when they do, it's a must win.
Opening a best-of-three semifinal series against the Swan Valley Tigers in the Westman High School Hockey League, Dauphin dropped a 3-2 decision in overtime on Monday night.
Ethan Carnegie had both of Dauphin's goals, including a marker late in the third period to force extra time. It was the Tigers, however, that got the last laugh in this Parkland battle.
The win gives Swan Valley an opportunity to advance to the championship series on Tuesday, when the Clippers host game two at 8:30 p.m. The Vincent Massey Vikings, meanwhile, who have still not lost a game in the league this season, play the Hamiota Huskies in the other semifinal.
Vincent Massey won all 32 regular season games and have scored 49 goals in four playoff games so far. The Huskies have scored 28 playoff goals and are 4-0. That series opens on Tuesday in Brandon.
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The Parkland 14-U Vipers lost just two sets over the weekend.
Unfortunately, they came in the same match. Despite the tough loss in their quarterfinal matchup against Big Sand, the Vipers should be very proud after finishing fifth in a tournament featuring the top teams in the province. The Vipers breezed through their round-robin, not losing a set, beating BVC, Bandits West, and the Selkirk Royals Blue.
After their loss against Big Sand, the Vipers went back into cruise control as they hammered the Westman Wild and BVC to finish fifth out of 16 teams.
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The Waywayseecappo Wolverines locked up the fourth and final playoff spot in the West Division on Saturday night.
Ryley Cyca's goal with 0.1 seconds left on the clock gave the Wolverines a 2-1 win over the Kings, who dressed a roster full of affiliate players, including Sam Swanton of Dauphin.
The Kings and Wolverines will now meet in the first round of the Turnbull Cup playoffs, which open on Friday night at Credit Union Place.
Game two will switch to the Arena Complex in Waywayseecappo on Sunday evening followed by game three on Tuesday night in Dauphin.
Here is the entire schedule.
Stay tuned for coverage ahead of the series and the Dauphin Kings Power Play Show on Friday afternoon at 4.
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