Author Archives: Rob Mahon
Johnson's Hat Trick Gives Wheat Kings Second Straight Win
For the second night in a row, the Brandon Wheat Kings got a natural hat trick, played a strong third period, and held their opponent to 25 shots. After last night's home opening win, they put togethe...
Sep 21, 2024 Nick Johnson might've missed on this backhand, but he got his revenge three times as the game went on. (Photo by Keither Hershmiller)
McQueen's four goals steer Wheat Kings to opening night win
Much of the talk about the Brandon Wheat Kings this offseason was about their depth up front. While that was on display at the home opener, it was one man who did much of the scoring. Roger McQueen sc...
Sep 20, 2024 Roger McQueen was invited to Canada' summer camp for the World Juniors but won't take part as he recovers from injury. (Photo by Scramble Studio)
Season Preview: Forwards anchor expectations for 2024-25 Wheat Kings
The 2024-25 season is just hours away, and when it begins the Brandon Wheat Kings are going to be a team in a lot of other teams' crosshairs. It will be an adjustment, but the team is ready for the ch...
Sep 20, 2024 Image - A new season begins tonight for the Wheat Kings as they host Moose Jaw. (Photo by Scramble Studio)
Shamattawa RCMP searching for missing child
RCMP are asking for the public's help and any tips they might be able to provide in locating a missing child. In a release, Shamattawa RCMP said they first received the report of a missing child on Se...
Sep 19, 2024 Johnson Redhead is missing and police are asking for help finding him. (Photo courtesy RCMP)
In The Field: Brandon Wheat Kings Blog September 18
All summer long, I've been saying there will be expectations on this season's edition of the Brandon Wheat Kings. A bevy of returning talent at all positions, an ultra-talented crop of rookies that's ...
Sep 19, 2024 The Wheat Kings open the season against the Moose Jaw Warriors, and they owe Moose Jaw one from last year's playoffs. (Photo by Arthur Ward)
Environment Canada places Brandon under severe thunderstorm watch
Cloudy, rainy skies might give way to something more serious this evening in the Brandon area, according to Environment Canada. They've placed Brandon and area under a severe thunderstorm watch. Accor...
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Nguyen back with Wheat Kings, eager to make debut
The more he learned about the Brandon Wheat Kings, the more eager forward Marcus Nguyen became to get his final season of WHL action underway with them. Now, the moment he skates in a game for his new...
Sep 18, 2024 Marcus Nguyen, shown here with the Portland Winterhawks, is back in Brandon and raring to go for his Wheat Kings debut. (Photo by Megan Connelly)
Hamiota RCMP track down stolen side-by-side
A stolen Polaris side-by-side has been recovered thanks to a tip sent to Hamiota RCMP. In a release this afternoon, RCMP said along with assistance from the Manitoba West District Crime Reduction Enfo...
Sep 18, 2024 Some of the stolen vehicles Hamiota RCMP have recently recovered. (Photo courtesy RCMP)
Drones, dog help RCMP in Swan River bust
Swan River RCMP pulled out all the stops for a huge bust earlier this month, and now they're releasing details to the public that show a sizable seizure of drugs and guns. According to a release, 0n S...
Sep 18, 2024 A cache of weapons seized by RCMP during a raid in Swan River. (Photo courtesy RCMP)
"The end goal is to win the league": McQueen offers high standard for himself, Wheat Kings ahead of season
The 2024-25 season is going to be the biggest of Roger McQueen's career so far. He's up for the NHL draft (and listed as a possible top-ten pick on many lists) but it's the potential for team success ...
Sep 18, 2024 Roger McQueen has high expectations for the Wheat Kings and for himself this season. (Photo by Scramble Studio)
