Right in the centre - 55 years in the making
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- Published on Thursday, October 10, 2024
By Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner & Press
Fifty-five years ago on Oct. 11, it was a Saturday and it was a bit cool and blustery. It can easily be said that it was the most important day in my life. Christine and I got married that day in the Virden Presbyterian church. Our wedding reception was at the former Scarth School which, by 1969, had been converted into a community centre.
Neepawa Tigers 2024 Spread
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- Published on Thursday, October 10, 2024
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Neepawa Banner and Press Announces Annual Neepawa Tigers Hockey Team Feature for the Slasher Showdown!
Neepawa, MB – The Neepawa Tigers high school hockey team is set to hit the ice this season, and local supporters have a unique opportunity to get involved! The Neepawa Banner and Press will feature a special sponsorship initiative aimed at showcasing the talented roster of the Tigers and fostering community spirit.
For just $75, hockey fans and local businesses can sponsor individual players from the team, helping to support their journey both on and off the ice. This initiative aims to not only bolster team morale but also strengthen the connection between the players and the community that rallies behind them.
Meet the Neepawa Tigers
The roster boasts a mix of skilled players across various grades, each bringing their unique style and determination to the game. Here are the players available for sponsorship:
Player | Photo | Position | Grade | Available |
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Austin Michaluk | Goalie | 12 | Yes | |
Harley Smith-Bellisle | Goalie | 11 | Taken | |
Jase Eros | Goalie | 10 | Yes | |
Kane Lapointe | Defenseman | 11 | TAKEN | |
Jett Turner | Defenseman | 12 | Yes | |
Tyson Terin | Defenseman | 10 | Yes | |
Brooklyn Boersma | Forward | 11 | Yes | |
Ben Richard | Forward | 11 | Yes | |
Brock Pasloski | Forward | 11 | Yes | |
Zac Plett | Forward | 11 | Taken | |
Ian Foster | Forward | 11 | Yes | |
Cohen Kulbacki | Forward | 12 | Taken | |
James North | Forward | 12 | Taken | |
Carter Cruickshanks | Forward | 10 | Yes | |
Luke Nicholson | Forward | 10 | Yes | |
Wyatt Njegovan | Forward | 10 | Yes | |
Mike Adams |
Coach |
Taken | ||
Troy Brister |
Coach |
Taken | ||
Chis Kulbacki | Coach | Taken | ||
Jalin Adams |
Coach | Yes | ||
Cole Krutkewich |
Coach | Yes |
Important Details
The deadline for player sponsorship is October 18th, . This is an excellent opportunity for community members to not only showcase their support for local youth sports but also to gain visibility in the community.
The sponsorship initiative is expected to attract significant interest, and those interested are encouraged to act quickly once the details are finalized.
Stay tuned for further updates on this exciting opportunity to support the Neepawa Tigers as they prepare for an action-packed hockey season. Together, let's cheer on our local team and show them they have the community behind them!
For more information and to express your interest in sponsoring a player, please contact the Neepawa Banner and Press at 476-3401 or by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Go Tigers!
October 4, 2024 - Neepawa Banner & Press
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Neepawa Banner & Press
Right in the centre - Keep them poor & uninformed
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- Published on Thursday, October 3, 2024
By Ken Waddell
Neepawa Banner & Press
Last year, about this time I wrote about the danger of the elites and allowing an elite group of people run organizations. I hope you think it’s a topic worth re-visiting. One of the organizations in question was the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba. I outlined how, over a few decades, a once vibrant, grassroots party let its organization and leadership to become, at best, mediocre. I got some definite feedback on that subject.
Another thought came to me today and that is, “Why do governments like keeping people poor and uninformed?”
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