Local Sports

In many ways, J.D. Watt is on the doorstep of a fresh start. Later this month, the hulking Cremona-raised forward will be in California, looking to turn heads at Los Angeles Kings training camp.

Two local hockey players are expected to hit the ice at the Innisfail Arena this Friday when the Western Hockey League's Red Deer Rebels host their division rivals, the Lethbridge Hurricanes, in an exhibition game.

Despite a 3-1 loss for the Olds Grizzlys last Tuesday evening against the Drumheller Dragons, head coach Kevin Willison said he is encouraged by the potential of this year's rookie-filled team. “It was actually a pretty good game.

Coaches Don McCullough and Garret Dichrow worked with the Sundre Capital Pressure Bison nine-man football team during practice last week. The team was scheduled to open the season in Edmonton on Sept. 2, but that game was postponed.

In total 230 people are ready to make a splash Saturday morning — right into the pool. The Innisfail Triathlon is scheduled to start at 8 a.m.

For the first time in nine years, the Cyclones high school football team won’t be storming out onto the fields.

Football training a big hit Sundre Capital Pressure Bison football players take part in full-contact training at the High School Field last week. The team opens its fourth season on Sept. 2 in Edmonton, with the home opener on Sept.

The Olds High School Spartans football team is rounding into form heading into the season beginning on Sept. 3. “I've really been impressed.

Innisfail’s Darius Ramrattan and Levi Stevenson are making a splash at whitewater canoe and kayak competitions. Returning from the national whitewater championships earlier this month with three medals, Ramrattan is on track for his goals.

Innisfail 590 Slo-Pitch wrapped up the season last weekend with a final tourney. Wolf Pack took first place for the A-side with the Cruisers taking second in a 16-7 game. Got the Runs took winning title for the B-side with Raiders following behind.