The Battlefords North Stars have acquired defenceman Jacob Chiblow (1990) from the Orangeville Crushers of the OJHL (Junior A) in exchange for future considerations.
Two years ago Chiblow played in the R.B.C. tournament, and will bring some much needed experience and depth to the North Star's blueline. In 2008-2009, Chiblow tallied 22 points in 45 games. Chiblow is listed at 5'8, and 178lbs.
Monday, August 16, 2010
Lebreton Off to Europe.
The Battlefords North Stars Junior A Hockey Club is pleased to announce that graduating player and assistant captain Jesse Lebreton has signed a contract with Neuilly-sur-marne Bisons, based in Paris France and play in the 1st division in France.
Lebreton will leave this Wednesday August 18th to begin training camp.
Last season with the North Stars Lebreton compiled 13 goals along with 23 helpers and had 28 PIM in 56 games.
The North Stars organization would like to congratulate Lebreton and thank him for his 3 years in the Battlefords.
Wall and Malek Sign Pro Deals.
The Battlefords North Stars Junior A Hockey Club is pleased to announce that graduating players, captain Mitch Wall, and assistant captain Brody Malek have signed contracts with the Columbus Cottonmouths of the Southern Professional Hockey League.
Both Wall and Malek will begin the task of playing pro starting at training camp October 9th, with their season opening October 22 in Columbus vs the Pensecola Ice Flyers.
Last season with the North Stars Wall compiled 14 goals along with 22 helpers and had 93 PIM in 46 games, while Malek had 7 goals and 6 assists in 52 games, along with 37 PIM.
The North Stars organization would like to congratulate both Mitch and Brody and thank them for their 3 years in the Battlefords.
***All Photos By Julie Larson.***
Sports Fix Tonight.
I am really excited for tonight's program.
Guest one will be a good friend of the show: The head-coach of the Battlefords Midget AAA Stars, Martin Smith.
Smith and his staff held training camp this weekend for the AAA Stars which wrapped up yesterday with the Black and White game. It's an important season for the Stars, who are trying to get back into the playoff picture. Smith is adamant that expectations are higher this year, and that simply getting to the playoffs won't be good enough.
Together we'll recap training camp, and get his take on some of the players who really impressed. We'll also talk about some of the veterans, and who he feels could be due for a breakout season.
Guest two will be the play-by-play voice of the AJHL's Bonnyville Pontiacs, Robb Hunter. Hunter has covered the Pontiacs for the last handful of seasons, and really knows his stuff when it comes to Junior Hockey across Canada. Together we'll tee up the upcoming season from an Alberta perspective and give you a glimpse of how Junior Hockey works outside of Saskatchewan. I've had the good fortune of watching some AJHL in recent years, and I've always been impressed with their product.
Finally, I'll be talking CFL - More specifically about the struggles of the Edmonton Eskimos and the BC Lions.
The poll-question for tonight's program is:
At this point of the season, would you rather be The BC Lions or the Edmonton Eskimos?
Which of these two teams has the better 'upside?' Is there one team who's glass is half-full? Does either team have a chance at making the playoffs in your opinion?
I know this blog is usually reserved for hockey, but if you feel compelled, I'd love to read your answers.
BC or Edmonton - Who would you rather be right now, if you had to choose?
Send me your responses quickly, and I'll do my best to read them on the program. You can also e-mail me a response at cjnbnews@rawlco.com
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Late last week I reported that the Battlefords North Stars had acquired a veteran defenceman from out-of province. I can tell you that the deal has been approved by the SJHL, but we are still waiting on approval from the other league that's involved. I apologize for the lengthy delay in making this news public, but surely you can understand where I'm coming
from.
North Star fans can also look forward to another announcement coming soon involving three 20-year-olds from year's club.
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In closing, I want to commend the many fans, parents and friends who came out to the Civic Center yesterday in the afternoon to watch the Black vs. White game at AAA Camp. People don't always realize it, but fan support can make a huge difference to a player's comfort level and motivation.
Bottom line: The Battlefords and surrounding area have some dynamite fans.
Enjoy your week, and don't forget to tune into the show tonight. It starts at 8:00 on 1050 CJNB/ 102.3 FM CJNS.
Guest one will be a good friend of the show: The head-coach of the Battlefords Midget AAA Stars, Martin Smith.
Smith and his staff held training camp this weekend for the AAA Stars which wrapped up yesterday with the Black and White game. It's an important season for the Stars, who are trying to get back into the playoff picture. Smith is adamant that expectations are higher this year, and that simply getting to the playoffs won't be good enough.
Together we'll recap training camp, and get his take on some of the players who really impressed. We'll also talk about some of the veterans, and who he feels could be due for a breakout season.
Guest two will be the play-by-play voice of the AJHL's Bonnyville Pontiacs, Robb Hunter. Hunter has covered the Pontiacs for the last handful of seasons, and really knows his stuff when it comes to Junior Hockey across Canada. Together we'll tee up the upcoming season from an Alberta perspective and give you a glimpse of how Junior Hockey works outside of Saskatchewan. I've had the good fortune of watching some AJHL in recent years, and I've always been impressed with their product.
Finally, I'll be talking CFL - More specifically about the struggles of the Edmonton Eskimos and the BC Lions.
The poll-question for tonight's program is:
At this point of the season, would you rather be The BC Lions or the Edmonton Eskimos?
Which of these two teams has the better 'upside?' Is there one team who's glass is half-full? Does either team have a chance at making the playoffs in your opinion?
I know this blog is usually reserved for hockey, but if you feel compelled, I'd love to read your answers.
BC or Edmonton - Who would you rather be right now, if you had to choose?
Send me your responses quickly, and I'll do my best to read them on the program. You can also e-mail me a response at cjnbnews@rawlco.com
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Late last week I reported that the Battlefords North Stars had acquired a veteran defenceman from out-of province. I can tell you that the deal has been approved by the SJHL, but we are still waiting on approval from the other league that's involved. I apologize for the lengthy delay in making this news public, but surely you can understand where I'm coming
from.
North Star fans can also look forward to another announcement coming soon involving three 20-year-olds from year's club.
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In closing, I want to commend the many fans, parents and friends who came out to the Civic Center yesterday in the afternoon to watch the Black vs. White game at AAA Camp. People don't always realize it, but fan support can make a huge difference to a player's comfort level and motivation.
Bottom line: The Battlefords and surrounding area have some dynamite fans.
Enjoy your week, and don't forget to tune into the show tonight. It starts at 8:00 on 1050 CJNB/ 102.3 FM CJNS.
Friday, August 13, 2010
Catching Up with the Coach.
Yesterday I caught up with North Star's coach and GM Ken Pearson. Here's a small transcript of our chat:
DO: Any other irons in the fire that you can give us a hint towards:
KP: With us losing the physical presence of Mitch Wall, and Troy Watt and his sand-paper type style up front - We're still maybe looking to add that type of forward to our group. We really like our skill up front, but I still think we still need to add a little more grit to our lineup. Our backend, right now that's the main thing that I've tried to hone in on. Trying to make us more experienced, and more mobile and physical back there at the same time.
DO: You want to shed some light on your own personal optimism knowing that Training Camp is just around the corner?
KP: Our Camp (for myself) starts this weekend with the AAA's. We're going to have a number of prospects there which will move onto our camp at the beginning of September. I'm really excited. I really like our 50-man list. I like some of the free-agent guys that we've attracted to our camp. I think we're sitting as best as we have in the short time that I've been apart of the organization. I think we're going to have some real battles for spots on our hockey club.
DO: Have you given any thought moving forward as to which players on the current roster you feel can fill the void of a captain or an assistant captain?
KP: I think we're going to let it play out through the pre-season. There are some obvious candidates, but until we're ready to name our four guys (our captain and three assistants), we're going to let it play out and see which guys do step up to the forefront and take on those leadership roles. I think we've got a good core of guys in that room, and there's (again) going to be some tough choices to make.
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I can also confirm that the North Stars have acquired a veteran defenceman from out-of-province. Details to come once everything has been approved by the league.
Happy Friday the 13th. Don't forget to buy a lotto ticket!
DO: Any other irons in the fire that you can give us a hint towards:
KP: With us losing the physical presence of Mitch Wall, and Troy Watt and his sand-paper type style up front - We're still maybe looking to add that type of forward to our group. We really like our skill up front, but I still think we still need to add a little more grit to our lineup. Our backend, right now that's the main thing that I've tried to hone in on. Trying to make us more experienced, and more mobile and physical back there at the same time.
DO: You want to shed some light on your own personal optimism knowing that Training Camp is just around the corner?
KP: Our Camp (for myself) starts this weekend with the AAA's. We're going to have a number of prospects there which will move onto our camp at the beginning of September. I'm really excited. I really like our 50-man list. I like some of the free-agent guys that we've attracted to our camp. I think we're sitting as best as we have in the short time that I've been apart of the organization. I think we're going to have some real battles for spots on our hockey club.
DO: Have you given any thought moving forward as to which players on the current roster you feel can fill the void of a captain or an assistant captain?
KP: I think we're going to let it play out through the pre-season. There are some obvious candidates, but until we're ready to name our four guys (our captain and three assistants), we're going to let it play out and see which guys do step up to the forefront and take on those leadership roles. I think we've got a good core of guys in that room, and there's (again) going to be some tough choices to make.
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I can also confirm that the North Stars have acquired a veteran defenceman from out-of-province. Details to come once everything has been approved by the league.
Happy Friday the 13th. Don't forget to buy a lotto ticket!
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Thursday Thoughts
Good morning.
I am back from vacation, and read to rock. It may sound strange, but I am elated to be back, knowing full well that hockey season will soon be upon us. Don't get me wrong, I love the summer - But once the fall strikes, I'm back in my element and at my happiest.
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Battlefords North Stars season-tickets are on sale now. Adult tickets are $239, Students are $145 and a children's pass is $100. This may seemed biased, but I defy anybody to find 'better value' anywhere else in the area. The Stars front-office has worked tirelessly over the last handful of years to improve the game-day presentation for the fan, and given how promising this season appears to be, you won't want to miss out.
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The 2010/2011 Broadcasting Schedule is posted below this entry. I apologize for the delay in posting it, but it's up now, and we can begin the analysis. Is there a particular game or section of the schedule that you're especially looking forward to?
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A former Battlefords North Star has been rewarded for his strong play at the NHL level.
Defenceman Jordan Hendry has resigned with the Chicago Blackhawks for another year. The 26-year-old recorded eight points for the Blackhawks. In 43 games last season, and also dressed in 15 playoff games during their run to the Stanley Cup.
Hendry has been a three-time guest on the Co-Op Leisure Time Sports Fix.
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I want to thank Yorkton Terrier's Head-Coach and Associate GM Trent
Cassan for taking the time to come on the Co-Op Leisure Time Sports Fix on Monday. It was the first time I've had him on the program, but it won't be the last. Cassan led the Terriers on a tremendous run to the SJHL Finals, and it'll be interesting to see how the Sherwood Conference plays out this season. It's always hard to analyze teams on paper, but I feel like the Sherwood (one through six) may be the stronger division this season.
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That's all for now, but don't be surprised if you get another entry from me later today. I know for a fact that coach Ken Pearson has some 'irons in the fire' and there could be a player announcement on the blog before the week ends.
Thanks for stopping by.
I am back from vacation, and read to rock. It may sound strange, but I am elated to be back, knowing full well that hockey season will soon be upon us. Don't get me wrong, I love the summer - But once the fall strikes, I'm back in my element and at my happiest.
-----------------------------
Battlefords North Stars season-tickets are on sale now. Adult tickets are $239, Students are $145 and a children's pass is $100. This may seemed biased, but I defy anybody to find 'better value' anywhere else in the area. The Stars front-office has worked tirelessly over the last handful of years to improve the game-day presentation for the fan, and given how promising this season appears to be, you won't want to miss out.
-----------------------------
The 2010/2011 Broadcasting Schedule is posted below this entry. I apologize for the delay in posting it, but it's up now, and we can begin the analysis. Is there a particular game or section of the schedule that you're especially looking forward to?
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A former Battlefords North Star has been rewarded for his strong play at the NHL level.
Defenceman Jordan Hendry has resigned with the Chicago Blackhawks for another year. The 26-year-old recorded eight points for the Blackhawks. In 43 games last season, and also dressed in 15 playoff games during their run to the Stanley Cup.
Hendry has been a three-time guest on the Co-Op Leisure Time Sports Fix.
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I want to thank Yorkton Terrier's Head-Coach and Associate GM Trent
Cassan for taking the time to come on the Co-Op Leisure Time Sports Fix on Monday. It was the first time I've had him on the program, but it won't be the last. Cassan led the Terriers on a tremendous run to the SJHL Finals, and it'll be interesting to see how the Sherwood Conference plays out this season. It's always hard to analyze teams on paper, but I feel like the Sherwood (one through six) may be the stronger division this season.
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That's all for now, but don't be surprised if you get another entry from me later today. I know for a fact that coach Ken Pearson has some 'irons in the fire' and there could be a player announcement on the blog before the week ends.
Thanks for stopping by.
North Star's Radio Broadcast Schedule (2010-2011)
PRE-SEASON:
Sept. 14 Battlefords North Stars @ Humboldt Broncos
Regular Season Schedule
Sept. 18 Kindersley Klippers @ Battlefords North Stars
Sept. 24 Battlefords North Stars @ Melfort Mustangs
Oct. 2 Battlefords North Stars @ Kindersley Klippers
Oct. 8 La Ronge Ice Wolves @ Battlefords North Stars
Oct. 12 Battlefords North Stars @ Humboldt Broncos
Oct. 15 Battlefords North Stars @ Weyburn Red Wings
Oct. 16 Battlefords North Stars @ Estevan Bruins
Oct. 17 Battlefords North Stars @ Notre Dame Hounds @ 2:00 p.m.
Oct. 19 Battlefords North Stars @ La Ronge Ice Wolves
Oct. 23 Battlefords North Stars @ Humboldt Broncos
Oct. 27 La Ronge Ice Wolves @ Battlefords North Stars
Nov. 3 Battlefords North Stars @ Kindersley Klippers
Nov. 6 Nipawin Hawks @ Battlefords North Stars
Nov. 9 Battlefords North Stars @ Estevan Bruins
Nov. 10 Battlefords North Stars @ Weyburn Red Wings
Nov. 17 Battlefords North Stars @ Melfort Mustangs
Nov. 25 Battlefords North Stars @ La Ronge Ice Wolves
Nov. 26 Battlefords North Stars @ Nipawin Hawks
Nov. 27 Battlefords North Stars @ Flin Flon Bombers
Nov. 30 Battlefords North Stars @ Yorkton Terriers
Dec. 1 Battlefords North Stars @ Melville Millionaires
Dec. 3 Kindersley Klippers vs. Battlefords North Stars @ 5:00 p.m. SHOWCASE IN WEYBURN, SK
Dec. 4 Battlefords North Stars vs. La Ronge Ice Wolves @ 2:00 p.m. SHOWCASE IN WEYBURN, SK
Dec. 12 Battlefords North Stars @ Humboldt Broncos @ 6:00 p.m.
Dec. 18 Nipawin Hawks @ Battlefords North Stars
Jan. 5 Notre Dame Hounds @ Battlefords North Stars
Jan. 11 Battlefords North Stars @ La Ronge Ice Wolves
Jan. 20 Estevan Bruins @ Battlefords North Stars
Jan. 22 Battlefords North Stars @ Nipawin Hawks
Jan. 26 Yorkton Terriers @ Battlefords North Stars
Jan. 28 Battlefords North Stars @ Nipawin Hawks
Jan. 29 Battlefords North Stars @ Melfort Mustangs
Feb. 1 Battlefords North Stars @ Yorkton Terriers
Feb. 2 Battlefords North Stars @ Melville Millionaires
Feb. 9 Humboldt Broncos @ Battlefords North Stars
Feb. 11 Battlefords North Stars @ Flin Flon Bombers
Feb. 12 Battlefords North Stars @ Flin Flon Bombers
Feb. 15 Flin Flon Bombers @ Battlefords North Stars
Feb. 18 Kindersley Klippers @ Battlefords North Stars
Feb. 22 Battlefords North Stars @ Kindersley Klippers
Sept. 14 Battlefords North Stars @ Humboldt Broncos
Regular Season Schedule
Sept. 18 Kindersley Klippers @ Battlefords North Stars
Sept. 24 Battlefords North Stars @ Melfort Mustangs
Oct. 2 Battlefords North Stars @ Kindersley Klippers
Oct. 8 La Ronge Ice Wolves @ Battlefords North Stars
Oct. 12 Battlefords North Stars @ Humboldt Broncos
Oct. 15 Battlefords North Stars @ Weyburn Red Wings
Oct. 16 Battlefords North Stars @ Estevan Bruins
Oct. 17 Battlefords North Stars @ Notre Dame Hounds @ 2:00 p.m.
Oct. 19 Battlefords North Stars @ La Ronge Ice Wolves
Oct. 23 Battlefords North Stars @ Humboldt Broncos
Oct. 27 La Ronge Ice Wolves @ Battlefords North Stars
Nov. 3 Battlefords North Stars @ Kindersley Klippers
Nov. 6 Nipawin Hawks @ Battlefords North Stars
Nov. 9 Battlefords North Stars @ Estevan Bruins
Nov. 10 Battlefords North Stars @ Weyburn Red Wings
Nov. 17 Battlefords North Stars @ Melfort Mustangs
Nov. 25 Battlefords North Stars @ La Ronge Ice Wolves
Nov. 26 Battlefords North Stars @ Nipawin Hawks
Nov. 27 Battlefords North Stars @ Flin Flon Bombers
Nov. 30 Battlefords North Stars @ Yorkton Terriers
Dec. 1 Battlefords North Stars @ Melville Millionaires
Dec. 3 Kindersley Klippers vs. Battlefords North Stars @ 5:00 p.m. SHOWCASE IN WEYBURN, SK
Dec. 4 Battlefords North Stars vs. La Ronge Ice Wolves @ 2:00 p.m. SHOWCASE IN WEYBURN, SK
Dec. 12 Battlefords North Stars @ Humboldt Broncos @ 6:00 p.m.
Dec. 18 Nipawin Hawks @ Battlefords North Stars
Jan. 5 Notre Dame Hounds @ Battlefords North Stars
Jan. 11 Battlefords North Stars @ La Ronge Ice Wolves
Jan. 20 Estevan Bruins @ Battlefords North Stars
Jan. 22 Battlefords North Stars @ Nipawin Hawks
Jan. 26 Yorkton Terriers @ Battlefords North Stars
Jan. 28 Battlefords North Stars @ Nipawin Hawks
Jan. 29 Battlefords North Stars @ Melfort Mustangs
Feb. 1 Battlefords North Stars @ Yorkton Terriers
Feb. 2 Battlefords North Stars @ Melville Millionaires
Feb. 9 Humboldt Broncos @ Battlefords North Stars
Feb. 11 Battlefords North Stars @ Flin Flon Bombers
Feb. 12 Battlefords North Stars @ Flin Flon Bombers
Feb. 15 Flin Flon Bombers @ Battlefords North Stars
Feb. 18 Kindersley Klippers @ Battlefords North Stars
Feb. 22 Battlefords North Stars @ Kindersley Klippers
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