Red Deer
One more chance to catch pre season action as Red Deer Rebels race toward season opener
News release from the Red Deer Rebels
“REBELS THIS WEEK” PRESEASON EDITION
PRESEASON PLAY UNDERWAY!
The 2022 WHL Preseason is underway with the Rebels playing two games this past weekend versus the Calgary Hitmen.
On Friday (Sept 9) the Rebels travelled to the T’suut Ina Nation [soo-TIN-uh]and the Seven Chiefs Sportsplex where they fell to the Hitmen by a score of 6-3. A veteran Calgary lineup scored three times on the power play in their victory. Hunter Mayo, Jhett Larson and Kalan Lind scored for the Rebels while Kyle Kelsey and Chase Wutzke each saw time between the pipes.
Saturday at the Peavey Mart Centrium, the Hitmen defeated the Rebels 4-2. Mathew Gard and Arjun Bawa scored for the Rebels while newly signed netminder Rhett Stoesser went the distance in net.
The Rebels and Lethbridge Hurricanes wrap up preseason play with a home and home series this coming weekend – Friday (Sept. 16) in Lethbridge and Saturday, Sept. 17 at the Peavey Mart Centrium. Both games start at 7 p.m.
PLENTY OF PLAYER SIGNINGS
The Rebels were busy last week agreeing to terms with a number of prospects. This includes highly touted first-round U.S. Priority Draft pick Jeramiah Roberts. The Colorado native is eligible to play with the Rebels starting in 2023-24. Also signing with the Rebels last week were forward Escalus Burlock and goaltender Rhett Stoesser.
GOIN’ CAMPING
Several Rebels players are away this week attending camps with NHL clubs. This includes Jayden Grubbe – New York Rangers (Drafted 2021), Ben King – Anaheim Ducks (Drafted 2022), Mats Lindgren – Buffalo Sabres (Drafted 2022), Christoffer Sedoff – Calgary Flames (Invitee), Jace Weir – Vegas Golden Knights (Invitee).
RED DEER ADVOCATE HOME OPENER
Regular Season play kicks off for the Rebels on Friday, Sept. 23 when they visit the Edmonton Oil Kings (7 p.m.). The Rebels will then host the Oil Kings for the Red Deer Advocate Home Opener at the Peavey Mart Centrium on Saturday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. More details will be announced in the coming weeks.
SINGLE-GAME TICKETS
Single-game tickets for 2022 WHL Regular Season games at the Peavey Mart Centrium are now available. Corporate packages and Birthday Packs are also available. Visit reddeerrebels.com for details.
City of Red Deer
City of Red Deer Employee Honoured with Bob Stollings Memorial Award for Outstanding Contributions
Annette Scheper, Community & Program Facilitator in the Safe & Healthy Communities Department is The City’s 2025 recipient of the Bob Stollings Memorial Award.
The Bob Stollings Memorial Award is given out each year to a City employee who displays outstanding performance in alignment with The City’s RISE cornerstone values – respect, integrity, service and excellence. Nominations for the award are submitted by fellow coworkers detailing the employee’s achievements professionally and interpersonally, along with letters of support. The award is considered a great honour among City staff.
With an impressive 22-year career, Annette has played a pivotal role in shaping Red Deer’s cultural and special events landscape. Her leadership and innovation have brought thousands of successful events to life, creating lasting traditions that enrich the lives of residents. Her commitment to excellence and resourcefulness has ensured that community initiatives are inclusive, accessible, and impactful.
One of Annette’s most notable achievements is the development of the Community Loan Program, which provides essential resources for local groups, contributing an annual value of $86,778.95 back into the community. In addition, she has successfully led and executed a variety of large-scale events, demonstrating remarkable problem-solving skills and a dedication to sustainability. From creating elaborate event designs with repurposed materials to managing complex logistics, she continuously sets the standard for excellence.
“Annette exemplifies the best of our organization,” said City Manager, Tara Lodewyk. “Her unwavering dedication, innovative thinking, and ability to bring people together has made a profound impact on our city. This award is a testament to her hard work and passion for creating meaningful experiences for our community.”
The Bob Stollings Memorial Award was first established in 1985 and is presented every year to honour Robert (Bob) E. Stollings, a loyal and dedicated City employee from 1960-1984.
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