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Start of WHL season pushed back to Jan. 8

Start of WHL season pushed back to Jan. 8

The Western Hockey League will remain dark for the rest of 2020. The 2020-21 season has become simply the 2021 season as the WHL pushed back the start date to Jan. 8. This is the third time the season start has been altered.
Fairlie adds to Spruce Kings' depth in goal

Fairlie adds to Spruce Kings' depth in goal

Hockey teams often live or die by their goaltending. A hot goalie can carry a team deep into the playoffs but it’s also critical to have a capable backup around to take the place of the starter in case of sickness or injury.
COVID cans basketball season but T-wolves plan to stay busy

COVID cans basketball season but T-wolves plan to stay busy

Tyrell Laing says he’s in the best shape of his life. Pity he won’t get to show that this year in a league game.
Prince George Cougars’ Taylor Gauthier to grace limited-edition NHL 21 cover

Prince George Cougars’ Taylor Gauthier to grace limited-edition NHL 21 cover

Goaltender is second player to named team cover athlete for video game
Teams caught in COVID conundrum

Teams caught in COVID conundrum

The Cariboo under-18 triple-A Cougars are in a bit of a quandary trying to find opponents to play on Prince George ice. Teams willing to make that trip to play the defending league champions are few and far between.
Prince George Spruce Kings promote Cariboo Cougar goaltender to Junior ‘A’ level

Prince George Spruce Kings promote Cariboo Cougar goaltender to Junior ‘A’ level

Fort St. John’s Jordan Fairlie joins 2019 Fred Page Cup champions
UNBC Timberwolves lose basketball seasons after Canada West cancels winter sports amid COVID-19

UNBC Timberwolves lose basketball seasons after Canada West cancels winter sports amid COVID-19

No regular season, playoff or championships will take place
Prince George Cougars to only play BC Division teams for 2020-21 regular season amid COVID-19

Prince George Cougars to only play BC Division teams for 2020-21 regular season amid COVID-19

WHL announces Jan. 8, 2021 as start date for new season
More COVID-safe playing opportunities announced for Prince George high-school volleyballers

More COVID-safe playing opportunities announced for Prince George high-school volleyballers

Fall four-on-four event by local club will take athletes to December
Concussion policy implemented for students

Concussion policy implemented for students

Three local educators were part of creating a concussion education module for those working with student athletes within School District 57 and in the community.