WEYBURN - The Weyburn Red Wings will have home ice advantage in the best-of-seven series against the Battleford Stars, as they prepare for round one of the SJHL playoffs.
Season ticket holders have until today, March 20 at 5 p.m. to secure their seats for playoffs.
Game one and two will both be held at Crescent Point Place, on Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22, puck dropping at 7 p.m. The series moves to Battleford for game three and game four, on Tuesday, March 25 and Wednesday, March 26. If needed, game five will be back in Weyburn on Saturday, March 29, game six will be in Battleford on Monday, March 31, and game seven will be held in Weyburn on Wednesday, April 2.
Highway 39 Cup
The Red Wings ended their regular season by splitting a home-and-home series against the Estevan Bruins on March 14 and March 15. Based on all the games these two Highway 39 rivals faced during the year, the Red Wings won the most games and claimed the Highway 39 Cup over the Bruins.
Everyday Hero award
Prestone Patenaude received the Everyday Hero award for the month of February.
Preston was nominated for this award because of his enthusiasm, and eagerness to help outside of the game of hockey. His billet mom, Kaitlyn Mysko said: “Preston is always enthusiastic when it comes to his volunteering especially when it is with future goalies. He has volunteered his time to help out with both his billet brothers hockey teams as well as help with the Grassroots Goalie sessions that happen. He shovels, helps out when people need it and it is always with a smile!”
Preston was also nominated within the organization for the energy he brings to the team: “All year Preston has been a great guy that is always willing to offer help wherever. Whether it’s cleaning the room or volunteering he is always willing to help, he shows up to the rink with a smile, and brings energy everyday to the rink,” said Wings captain Blake Betson
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