Smoky River Minor Hockey is gearing up for a full day of hockey, welcoming people from around the region to watch seven games ranging from U7 to North Peace Hockey League action.
The Smoky River Minor Hockey Association Showcase is being held on Dec. 20 at the Falher Regional Recreation Complex starting at 8:45 a.m.
U15 manager Pauline Therriault says it will be a day hockey enthusiasts will not want to miss.
“It is a one-stop shop of hockey,” says Therriault. “Our community can come spend the day with us, parents, grandparents, friends and family can all come out and watch their favourite athletes all in one place. It’ll be a great day of local hockey.”
Games will begin with Smoky River versus Peace River U7 at 8:45 a.m. Smoky River U9 will follow with action against Manning at 9:45 a.m.. High Prairie U11 will then match up against the home team at 11 a.m., followed by Spirit River and Smoky River U13 at 1:15 p.m.. Grimshaw will then take the ice against the home team for a battle of U15 at 3:30 p.m. Smoky River versus Valleyview U18 will round out the youth hockey with a match at 5:45 p.m. To cap off the evening, Falher Pirates will take on the High Prairie Regals of the North Peace Hockey League at 8:30 p.m.
“This is a super-popular event in the community because family, friends and neighbours all get to come out and support their favourite hockey players,” explains Therriault.
“Nothing brings people together like sports do. Come cheer on and support your favourite athletes, big or small, every player loves to have fans in the stands.”
The showcase has been an integral part of the community for over 10 years and the teams will also be collecting food for the Smoky River Regional Food Bank throughout the day.
Therriault says Donna’s Kitchen will be open at the arena for everyone to get warm drinks and meals.
Therriault urges any hockey fans to attend throughout the day to see great hockey, help build community spirit, support youth development, encourage healthy living and staying active, help create positive memories for kids and help provide economic benefit to the community.
Emily Plihal
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