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Tuesday, 27 January 2026 06:00
First Aid course coming in February
Pickleball and Badminton at the GPB Hall in Russell is cancelled for at least the month of January and likely most of February for floor replacement. Pickleball will still be available on Monday evenings in Binscarth at the school from 7-9 pm!There will be a First Aid Course held on…
Tuesday, 27 January 2026 06:00
Wolverines heat up, despite frigid temperatures
By Derek HoltomThree straight losses to the Dauphin Kings in the past few weeks was more than enough for the Waywayseecappo Wolverines.Wayway managed to defeat Dauphin last week, thanks, in no small part, to an outstanding defensive effort and the play of Cole Hunter. The Shoal Lake product scored a…
Tuesday, 20 January 2026 06:00
March 1st is Binscarth Winterfest and vintage snowmobile derby
Pickleball and Badminton at the GPB Hall in Russell is cancelled for at least the month of January as we make some much needed improvements to the floor! We are very excited! Keep an eye out for how you can help! Pickleball will still be available on Monday evenings in…
Tuesday, 13 January 2026 06:00
Snowshoes and a new outdoor rink
Pickleball and Badminton at the GPB Hall in Russell is cancelled for at least the month of January as we make some much needed improvements to the floor! We are very excited! Keep an eye out for how you can help! Pickleball will still be available on Monday evenings in…
Tuesday, 13 January 2026 06:00
MJHL Teams very busy at trade deadline
By Derek HoltomThe trade deadline was quite robust this year, as teams added and subtracted to better themselves for this year and for down the road. In fact, this is the busiest trade deadline in years in the MJHL – surprising given how players now have a virtual veto over…
Tuesday, 23 December 2025 06:00
Rookes happy to finish career in Waywayseecappo
By Derek HoltomThe Waywayseecappo Wolverines were bolstered this season by the return of former players for their final year of junior hockey. That includes defenseman Kurt Rookes, the most offensively dynamic blueliner in the MJHL this season.A native of Manson, Man., Rookes led all defenseman in scoring heading into the…
Tuesday, 16 December 2025 06:00
Wareham Holds High Hopes for Wolverines
By Derek HoltomThe Waywayseecappo Wolverines have perhaps the best-one-two option in goal in the MJHL this season. Whether it’s Mariko Bercier or Jase Wareham, when the Wolverines enter action, they have a solid netminder with plenty of experience to draw from.For Wareham, this will be his last year of junior…
Tuesday, 09 December 2025 06:00
Santa’s lacing Up His Skates Dec.14th
Skate with SANTA is scheduled for Sunday, December 14 from 6:00-7:30pm at the Russell Memorial Multiplex! This a FREE event sponsored by the Municipality of Russell Binscarth Recreation Department. There will also be ornaments to decorate on the concourse! Come join us! Registration for Session #2 of GYM KIDS is…
Tuesday, 02 December 2025 06:00
Major Pratt School boys bring home provincial gold
The Major Pratt Trojans delivered a truly dominant run at the Provincial Championship. They went undefeated in the round robin, showcasing consistency, focus, and high-level execution from the very first whistle.In the playoffs, Major Pratt continued their commanding form. They opened with a strong straight-set win over the Warren Wildcats…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 06:00
Outdoor Rink Almost Ready
Pickleball: In Russell on Tuesdays from 1-3pm at the GPB and Thursdays from 9-11am and again from 7-9pm at the GPB (106 Shell River Ave. S) Pickleball is FREE and we provide all equipment. Never played? No problem! We will teach you!Pickleball has been cancelled in Binscarth on Mondays, due…
Tuesday, 25 November 2025 06:00
Wolverines End Week with Solid Effort
By Derek HoltomA loss never feels great, but the Waywayseecappo Wolverines should feel pretty good about the way their team played Saturday night in Portage la Prairie.The Terriers, part of a murderer’s row of top teams in the strong MJHL East Division, have been averaging 3.7 goals a game this…
Sunday, 09 November 2025 17:51
Heimbecker happy to have found his way to Wayway
By Derek HoltomLast week we profiled one of the top two scoring rookies on the Wolverines – Cale Livingston. This week it’s Brodie Heimbecker’s turn. And just like Livingston, he’s a defenseman looking to help the Wolverines climb the standings in the MJHL’s West Division.Heimbecker, a 17-year old left-shot blueliner…
Monday, 03 November 2025 21:24
Growing by Leaps and Bounds, Baskets and Hoops
In the Philippines, basketball is considered the national sport. So it’s no surprise that a little more than 10 years ago, a group of Filipino Russell residents got together and started holdingpick up games in the senior gym at Major Pratt. “Pick-up games are every Saturday from 5pm onwards, except…
Monday, 03 November 2025 21:41
MJHL Sends Team to All-Star Challenge
By Derek HoltomThe Western All-Star Challenge is taking place in Martensville, Sask., this Monday to Wednesday (Nov. 3 to Nov. 5), a kick off of sorts to the start of the international hockey season.The MJHL recently announced the 12 forwards, six defensemen and two goaltenders who will compete against the…
Monday, 27 October 2025 13:57
Wolverines Continue to Show Improvement
By Derek HoltomThe Waywayseecappo Wolverines had an interesting week which started with a dominating victory over their division rival and expansion cousin franchise the Swan Valley Stampeders.Coming off a low-scoring weekend, the Wolverines offense roared back to life, scoring nine goals against the Stampeders. For Head Coach and General Manager…