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The Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) has unveiled its rosters for the highly anticipated MJHL/SJHL Showcase, set to take place later this month at Winnipeg's Seven Oaks Sportsplex. Among the league’s brightest stars, five standout players from the Dauphin Kings have earned their spots on the rosters, ready to represent their team and league.

Here’s a closer look at the Kings heading to the Showcase:

Gavin Nemis – Team 18U White

Skating on a line with Cayden Glover and Madden Murray, Nemis has transformed into a game-changer. With his electrifying speed and relentless work ethic, Nemis consistently dominates shifts and makes his presence felt. His poise and determination promise an exciting second half of the season as he continues to elevate his play.
2024-25 Stats: 8 goals, 21 assists – 29 points

Cayden Glover – Team 20U Black

Glover has been a scoring machine, leading the league with 28 goals. With 45 points, he’s solidified his spot among the MJHL’s top 10 scorers. Known for his accurate shot, Glover has recorded nine multi-goal games and remains a constant threat on the ice. Expect him to keep lighting it up as the season progresses.
2024-25 Stats: 28 goals, 17 assists – 45 points

Naaman Hofer – Team 20U Black

With a future locked in at NCAA Division I’s University of Alaska-Anchorage, Hofer has been dominant on the blue line. Leading all MJHL defenders with 41 points, Hofer’s smooth skating and ability to navigate pressure make him a key playmaker. A dynamic and electrifying player, Hofer is a name to watch in the Showcase.
2024-25 Stats: 5 goals, 36 assists – 41 points

Matthew Thomas – Team 20U Black

At just 18, Thomas is making an impact on both ends of the ice. Averaging nearly a point per game, his power-play precision and defensive improvements have made him a crucial player for the Kings. His razor-sharp shot keeps opponents on edge, and his development shows no signs of slowing down.
2024-25 Stats: 11 goals, 15 assists – 26 points

Cole Sheffield – Team 20U Black

The backbone of the Kings, Sheffield has been nothing short of stellar. Leading the league in minutes played (1,697) and tied for second with 19 wins, the 20-year-old goalie continues to dominate. After a spectacular playoff performance last season, Sheffield’s form remains elite as he ranks near the top of every statistical category.
2024-25 Stats: 19-8-1 (2.44 GAA, .920 SV%)

 

Swan Valley Bright Spots

Despite a challenging season, Landen Gulutzan and Will Brown have been key contributors for Swan Valley. The 20-year-olds will represent the Stampeders on Team 20U Black, bringing their skill and leadership to the Showcase.

  • Landen Gulutzan: 15 goals, 24 assists
  • Will Brown: 13 goals, 23 assists

Each MJHL team will play two games against all-star teams from the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL). The event takes place on January 28-29 and you can get your tickets here. They will also be available at the door. 

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The countdown to the 2025 Canadian Football League season continues.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have announced their schedule for the upcoming season, starting with a preseason home game against Saskatchewan on May 24 at 3:00 p.m. before heading to Regina for a rematch the following week on May 30 at 8:30 to conclude their preseason.

The team's home opener and first game will be on Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m.

FULL SCHEDULE:

Week 3) Saturday, June 21 @ British Columbia - 6:00 p.m.
Week 4) Thursday, June 26 vs Edmonton - 7:30 p.m.
Week 5) Thursday, July 3 @ Calgary - 8:00 p.m.
Week 6) BYE WEEK 
Week 7) Friday, July 18 vs Calgary - 7:30 p.m.
Week 8) Saturday, July 26 @ Toronto - 6:00 p.m.
Week 9) Friday, August 1 vs Toronto - 7:30 p.m.
Week 10) Saturday, August 9 @ Calgary - 6:00 p.m.
Week 11) Thursday, August 14 vs Ottawa - 7:30 p.m.
Week 12) Thursday, August 21 @ Montreal - 6:30 p.m.
Week 13) Sunday, August 31 @ Saskatchewan - 6:00 p.m. (Labour Day Classic)
Week 14) Saturday, September 6 vs Saskatchewan - 3:00 p.m. (Banjo Bowl)
Week 15) Friday, September 12 @ Hamilton - 6:00 p.m.
Week 16) Saturday, September 20 @ Ottawa (2:00 p.m.
Week 17) Saturday, September 27 vs Hamilton - 2:00 p.m.
Week 18) BYE WEEK
Week 19) Saturday, October 11 @ Edmonton - 6:00 p.m.
Week 20) Friday, October 17 vs Saskatchewan - 7:00 p.m.
Week 21) Saturday, October 25 vs Montreal - 2:00 p.m. 

The playoffs open with the East and West Semifinals on Saturday, November 1, followed by the divisional finals on November 8. The Bombers will host the Grey Cup at Princess Auto Stadium on November 16th. They'll be looking to make their sixth straight appearance in the championship game and end a three-game championship game-losing skid.

Of Winnipeg's schedule above, three home games are on Thursday, three on Friday and three Saturday afternoon matinees. 

Piet Mierau's goal was to make the Dauphin Kings this season.

After playing the past three years with the Pilot Mound Academy program and becoming one of the Kings' top prospects, Mierau was ready to come in and earn his spot. 

While he didn't make it, Piet was presented with a great opportunity. Stay in Dauphin and play with the Parkland U-18 Rangers and while doing so, practice with the Kings during the week. It was an offer that was too good to pass up for Piet and now, he's thrilled to be a Parkland Ranger while practicing with the Kings upwards of four times per week.

"It's great being a Ranger. We have sponsorships from so many places in town and it seems like everyone who likes hockey knows who the Rangers are," said Mierau. "I know this is only my first year with the program but I'm enjoying it and I love the decision I made."

When practicing with the Kings, Mierau gets top-notch coaching from Dan Keeping and gets to work alongside one of the best goalies in the league Cole Sheffield while also working alongside Bryson Yaschyshyn. 

"Being able to be on the ice with Dan Keeping every day alongside Cole and Bryson is an incredible opportunity for me," continued Mierau. "I get to practice against top junior players every day, I can take my game to the next level."

With the Rangers, Piet is guiding the team as they're in an epic playoff race. Sitting in seventh at 18-15-1, the Rangers are two points ahead of Interlake who are in eighth, yet the Rangers are just two points behind Eastman who are in fifth. 

The push to make it to the final eight will be a thrilling ride as the Rangers look to make their return to the playoffs after missing last year.

"We have a great group of guys and my billeting situation is absolutely incredible," said Mierau. "Everyone is excited about this chase. Every practice and game, guys are coming prepared. We're treating every game as if it's do or die at this point, it's about being ready to compete every day."

Mierau has been a workhorse in the net for the Rangers this year. He's played 26 games and his 1500 minutes played is nearly 200 more than Dylan McFadyen of the Lightning. While fatigue could be a factor for some who play as often as Mierau, he wouldn't change it for anything.

"It's great, I love playing," said Mierau. "When I'm playing consistently, I feel like I can build my confidence. Whenever my number gets called, I'll be ready to go."

Mierau has come to play with 13 wins. He has a .901 save percentage and he's made 40 or more saves 10 times this season. He's coming off an incredible 49-save performance in the team's overtime win against Interlake and posted 50 saves in the team's win over Pembina Valley on December 14.

Mierau is a gamer and if the Rangers are to make the playoffs, he will be a major reason.

"I'm feeling great about my game. I believe I have been getting better every game," ended Mierau. "I love being a Ranger and I'm pushing myself to be the best goalie that I can be."

Mierau and the crew are back in action twice this weekend against the Winnipeg Bruins. On Saturday, they'll lock horns at 7:30 before hitting the ice again on Sunday at 1:30, both games are at Credit Union Place. 

The Swan Valley Tigers varsity girls' basketball team is feeling great after a solid weekend.

They played in the Neepawa Tigers' Classic and came home with a bronze medal after beating the host Tigers in a thrilling third-place match, 54-49. The Tigers advanced to the A-side semi-finals after beating Ste. Rose, 48-43. 

While they lost to a powerhouse Vincent Massey Brandon squad in their following match, the Tigers finished the event perfectly with a third-place finish. 

Talon Hogg is all about the Interlake Lightning program and will soon be all about the Dauphin Kings. 

The 17-year-old from Warren is in his fourth season with the program, dating back to the 2021-22 campaign when he played 28 games with the U-15 team and eight with the U-17 team.

For the past three years, Hogg has been with the U-18 team in the Manitoba U-18 AAA Hockey League and he has certainly made a name for himself. Hogg has played 119 regular season games with the U-18 team, scoring 16 times and posting 53 points along with 110 penalty minutes. He's now 32 games into his final season with the team as Interlake is locked into an intense playoff race.

"Things are going pretty good, our goal was to be higher in the standings at this point but we're battling it out," said Hogg. "We have a great group of guys that are committed to making a serious push, so it's fun to be a part of."

After a nail-biting 3-2 overtime loss to the Parkland Rangers on Sunday, the Lightning sit at 15-12-2-3 with 35 points, clinging to the eighth and final playoff spot. They’re holding a four-point lead over Pembina Valley but are also just four points behind Eastman, who currently holds the fifth spot.

With the stakes higher than ever, the Lightning have turned up the heat, securing points in all three of their last games and winning two of those contests. As team captain, Hogg is fully embracing the challenge ahead, knowing the next few months will be a battle for a playoff berth.

After a decade-long playoff drought, previous to last year, the Lightning are hungry to return to the postseason, and Hogg’s leadership will be key to their success. Last year, they pushed the powerhouse Winnipeg Wild to a thrilling fifth game in what was widely regarded as one of the most exciting playoff series in recent memory. The hunger for redemption is real, and the Lightning are poised to fight tooth and nail for another shot at glory.

"It was great making the playoffs last year for the first time in 10 years, that was a special achievement for our group," said Hogg. "It would be great to lock up a playoff spot again this year to show how this program has evolved over the years. It's really cool to be a part of and I'm looking forward to being a part of our playoff push."

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This weekend, the Lightning head to Brandon for a showdown against the league-leading Wheat Kings. As the captain and a key leader both on and off the ice, Talon is proving his worth with an outstanding season. With six goals and 14 assists, he’s sixth in team scoring and on track for the best year of his AAA career. His two power-play goals are just the tip of the iceberg as Hogg eyes a career-high, sitting just one point shy of last season’s total of 21 points.

Known for his relentless defensive work, Hogg takes immense pride in shutting down opposing players, but it’s his all-around game that truly stands out. His rock-solid play on the back end is allowing him to transition the puck up the ice to create offensive chances with consistency. As the regular season enters its final stretch, Hogg is poised to finish strong and leave it all on the ice.

"Looking forward to next year and what's to come, I knew that I needed to have a good year," commented Hogg. "I want to work very hard and do anything in my power to help our group make the playoffs this year. That's what is driving me this year."
Talon was drafted in the third round, 39th overall by the Swan Valley Stampeders in the 2023 Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) Draft and he made his debut in the league on November 23 when the Stampeders were in Selkirk to play the Steelers.
On a night filled with many emotions, Hogg looks back on the night.
"It was really cool. I definitely was looking forward to it and the experience was great," continued Hogg. "I had fun and the guys welcomed me with open arms. It was a day that I will never forget."
While Talon made his MJHL debut with Swan Valley, that's not where he will head next year following his U-18 career. With much excitement, Doug Hedley has announced that Talon has signed his Letter of Intent with the Dauphin Kings for the 2025-26 season. Hogg was thrilled to sign with Dauphin and he's now City of Sunshine bound.
"That definitely relieved some stress, I wasn't sure coming into the season where I would be next year," ended Hogg. "Knowing I will be in Dauphin is very exciting for me. Doug and I talked about my roles next year, the program, and the facility. It was a no-brainer for me to sign. I'm looking forward to the development and starting my junior career in Dauphin."
Talon also says he's looking forward to watching some Kings' action the rest of this year as Dauphin is tied for the top spot in the MGEU West Division. 

The Dauphin Clippers hockey team has hit a dozen wins.

Competing in the Westman High School Hockey League, Dauphin made their way to Minnedosa to play the Chancellors on Tuesday night and are coming back to Dauphin after a dominating 6-2 win.

Dauphin never trailed, leading 2-1 after 20 minutes, 4-2 after 40 minutes, and 6-2 after the final buzzer. Josh Yakielashek led the way for Dauphin with two goals. Layne Wolfenden, Julien Lopez, Noah Hanneson, and Norman Lacquette also scored for the Clippers in the win.

With the victory, Dauphin is now 12-4 on the season and are competing for the top few spots in the league. It's now time for some home cooking as Dauphin hosts Crocus Plains on Friday night at 7:30 at Credit Union Place before hosting the league-leading and undefeated Vincent Massey Vikings on Saturday afternoon at 4:30.

You can pull off a double header of hockey action at Credit Union Place on Saturday. Following the Clippers game, the Parkland U-18 Rangers welcome the Winnipeg Bruins to town at 7:30. The Rangers are coming off a great weekend as they secured three of a possible four points. They're going up against a Bruins team that is in third place, three points behind the Wheat Kings for first overall. Six Dauphin Kings prospects are on the Bruins.

It was a sluggish start but when they hit their stide, they never looked back.

Dauphin scored five unanswered goals as they downed their Parkland rival, Swan Valley Stampeders on Tuesday night, 5-2, at Credit Union Place. It was Dauphin's 24th win of the season and they've now scored 18 goals in their last two games.

Swan Valley came out firing with 10 of the first 11 shots in the game and Dobie Unrau and Ben Groome scored for the Stampeders to take a 2-0 lead for the road team. Dauphin started to hit their stride with about eight minutes left in the first and ended up with 10 shots in the opening period, racking up nine of the final 13 in the period.

That's when Dauphin started firing things up offensively as the second period started, Ty Pratte opened up the scoring with his second of the season and his were followed up by Naaman Hofer's fifth of the season and Cayden Glovers 28th of the year. Glover's goal was scored on the man advantage as Dauphin took a 3-2 lead into the third period.

Gavin Nemis doubled up the lead on a beautiful breakaway shot with less than 10 minutes left and the newest King, Nolan Masson iced the game into an empty net as the 19-year-old, acquired at the Trade Deadline, scored his first as a King in his first game with the team.

With the win, Dauphin is now alone atop the MGEU West Division with a record of 24-9-1. They're two points up on the Northern Manitoba Blizzard, with four games in hand. Paired with this loss from Swan Valley and Virden beating Selkirk, the Oil Capitals are now 10 points up on them. Virden holds the fourth and final playoff spot. Waywayseecappo lost to Winkler and are now four points back of Virden for fourth.

King Notes:

  • Doug Hedley is eligible to return to practice on Wednesday. Tuesday's game concluded his eight-game suspension and he will be behind the bench on Friday night when the Kings head south to Winkler to play Jayce Legaarden and the Flyers;
  • You can hear Friday's game right here on 730CKDM with Darnell Duff and Jeff Henson, starting with the Parkland Source for Sports pregame show at 7:20;
  • Prior to that, stay tuned for the Dauphin Kings Power Play Show on Friday afternoon at 4 to hear from the team's head goach and general manager on his return;
  • Dauphin will play three straight games away from home starting on Friday in Winkler before heading to Winnipeg to play the Blues on Saturday and next Tuesday, they're in Swan River to play the Stampeders. Dauphin returns home to Credit Union Place next Saturday, January 25 as Dauphin hosts Virden in Ukrainian Night. You can get your tickets at the CNUF Office, they're just $5;
  • And Cayden Glover's 28 goals on the season are most in the league, four more than Adam Vigfusson of the Niverville Nighthawks, who Dauphin will play four times during the second half of the season. Glover is sixth in the league scoring race. his 45 points are eight fewer than Connor Paronuzzi of the Steinbach Pistons. 

The Dauphin Clippers junior varsity girls basketball team went on a run and defended their home court over the weekend.

Hosting the Clipper Classic, Dauphin won three straight games to win the championship in front of their home crowds at the DRCSS. 

A great crowd was on hand at the gym as Dauphin opened their tournament with a dominating win over their Parkland rival Swan Valley Tigers, 70-14, and the crowds continued to flock to the school to support the home team.

In their next game, Dauphin secured a 22-point victory in a 52-30 final against Neelin and in a thrilling final against Crocus Plains, the Clippers got some key stops late and came up clutch offensively in a 55-50 win. 

The Dauphin U-15A Kings have earned the right to compete in the Tournament of Champions in Brandon next month.

Playing in a qualifier over the weekend in Souris, the Kings put together a fantastic weekend, wrapping it up with a decisive 5-2 win over the Prairie Storm to book their spot in next month's event, which will feature the top teams in the province.

In the round-robin, Dauphin beat Prairie Storm, 5-1, and Warren, 19-2. 

They carried that momentum into their quarter-final in an 8-3 win against Transcona and then doubled up Central Plains, 4-2. That led to their win against the Storm in the finals. 

The Grand Plains U-13 Hawks soared to victory over the weekend, delivering a thrilling revenge performance to claim the championship title.

In a high-stakes showdown at the Portage Cup final, the Hawks triumphed 7-2 over the Boissevain Kings, securing their redemption after a tough loss in the round-robin. With the championship on the line, Grand Plains came out with unmatched intensity and skill, dominating their rivals in the rematch.

Earlier in the tournament, the Hawks also made their mark with dominant wins: a stunning 26-0 victory over the Brandon Predators, a 6-1 win over the Whiteshell Wolverines, and a 6-2 victory over the Warren Mercury.

Ronin Mouck was a happy man when he got home on Sunday night.

Finally taking a moment to relax, Ronin reflected on a weekend to remember and an incredible athletic school year so far. The Gilbert Plains native and senior at Dauphin Regional Comprehensive Secondary School (DRCSS) kicked off his year on the gridiron, joining the school’s football team at 17.

In his debut season, Mouck made a massive impact. Dauphin dominated the regular season, finishing first with six wins in seven games and racking up 288 points. Ronin proved unstoppable, tallying 121 rushing yards, 516 receiving yards, and six touchdowns. He was a defensive powerhouse too, adding 16 tackles, two sacks, and a fumble recovery.

Though the team’s playoff run ended in a shocking upset to Moosomin, Mouck looks back on his football experience with pride and gratitude, calling it an unforgettable chapter in his athletic journey.

"It was a successful year, I know our coaches were happy with us, we had a great group of guys," commented Mouck. "Although we lost, it was still a very fun year and I'm happy that I was a part of the team."

When the football season ended, he traded his pads for a hockey stick and basketball. Mouck is now shining bright with the Dauphin Clippers varsity boys' basketball team and hockey team. On the court, the Clippers have played two tournaments in Brandon and over the weekend at the Big Cat Invitational.

At the Brandon Sun Spartan Invitational (BSSI), the team finished in third place after beating Carberry, 76-64. Over the weekend in Sanford, Dauphin finished as finalists after a defeat against Linden Christian in the final. Before that loss, Dauphin dominated in wins against Westgate and Stonewall.

The team has won six of their eight tournament games this year.

"Our team is coming together very well, we practiced over the Christmas break to stay sharp," said Mouck. "We didn't shoot very well in that final against Linden Christian and that happens at times. I'm looking forward to the rest of the season, our goal is to win a provincial championship."

Mouck is delivering a season to remember, determined to make his mark and unlock future opportunities as graduation looms. The Gilbert Plains standout shined at the Brandon tournament, averaging an impressive 20.6 points per game with 43 rebounds, eight assists, and nine steals. He capped it off with a stellar 24-point, six-rebound, five-assist performance in the team's third-place triumph over Carberry.

Not slowing down, Mouck turned heads again in Sanford, averaging 23.3 points per game alongside 19 rebounds, 18 assists, and five steals. A relentless competitor, Ronin thrives under pressure, proving he’s the go-to player when it matters most.

"I'm an all-around type of player. When my team needs me to get points or rebounds, I do what I can to help," said Mouck. "I'm also a strong defensive player, I just try to do anything I can to help the team win."

Mouck commented on being one of the team's leaders alongside Nick Hudyma. The dynamic duo has given their opponents fits to start the season and much of the same can be expected moving forward.

"It feels great, knowing that they can depend on me, I like knowing that," continued Mouck. "People depend on Nick and I to execute and I enjoy that type of pressure."

After wrapping up his basketball duties in Sanford, Ronin wasted no time, hitting the road to join his hockey squad in Winnipeg for the B-side final of the Piper Classic Tournament of Champions.

Although the Clippers fell short against the John Taylor Pipers, the weekend was a success as Dauphin battled well against some of Manitoba’s top teams and secured key victories along the way.

Now back home, the Clippers are gearing up to continue their strong campaign in the Westman High School Hockey League. With an impressive 11-4 record, Dauphin boasts the league's third-best goal differential, netting 96 goals while conceding just 37. They closed out 2024 on a high with a Christmas Classic win over Neepawa and roared into 2025 by dismantling Major Pratt in a 12-2 victory.

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Next up, the Clippers hit the road to face Minnedosa on Tuesday before returning to the friendly confines of Credit Union Place. They’ll host Crocus Plains on Friday night at 7:30 and face the league-leading Vincent Massey Vikings on Saturday at 4:30. The undefeated Vikings, riding a 20-game win streak, have racked up a jaw-dropping 163 goals this season, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown.

"We're having a blast this year. If you're not having fun, things can go wrong but that's not the case with this group, we have a great team," commented Mouck. "We have a ton of skill and great coaches leading us. We believe we can beat anyone if we stick to the game plan and compete for an entire 60 minutes every game."

Just like he's dominating on the basketball court, it's been an outstanding season on the ice personally for Ronin. He's second in team scoring with 19 goals and 32 points with his 19 goals being the most of any player on the team. Playing on a line with Ethan Carnegie and Julien Lopez, the tremendous trio has combined for 98 points in regular season play. 

Mouck had two goals and three assists in the team's recent league win against Major Pratt and his best game of the season was a four-goal, one-assist performance against Birtle on November 15. He also secured a hat-trick on October 27 against Neepawa. 

"I like to put the puck in the back of the net, it's what I do," ended Mouck. "I have to give a ton of credit to Julien and Ethan as well, we have some great chemistry and we work together to be efficient."

Ronin has his sights set on playing basketball at the next level, but for now, his focus remains firmly on leading his teams to victory. Whether it’s dominating on the court or lighting up the ice, he’s determined to give it his all and help his teammates succeed every step of the way.