The Flin Flon Bombers are excited to announce that they will be selling season tickets starting tomorrow for the up coming season.

Things will lok a lot different this year with all the protocols that need to be followed by the hockey club, SJHL, City Of Flin Flon, and health authorities.

Due to COVID-19, the Bombers will be selling 450 season tickets and with capacity restrictions it might be the only way to see hockey this winter.

Ticket prices are $370.00 for adults, $320.00 for Seniors, $200.00 for students and $150.00 for children 6-12.

Starting tomorrow (October the 1st), you can call the Bomber office at 204-687-4404 to reserve tickets.

Season ticket reservations will be availavle for existing season ticket holders, Thursday and Friday October the 1st and 2nd, and again on Tuesday October the 6th.

Wednesday October the 7th for everybody else.

You can contact the Bomber office for more information at 204-687-4404.

The Phantom Lake Golf Club will be hosting their Fall AGM on Wednesday October the 14th, 7 pm at the club house.

The agenda will include a report from the President, Golf Pro and Greens- Superintendant.

There will also be a financial statement provided and election of officers.

This meeting is open to the general public but only members will be able to vote.

If you are interested in something new and competitive ,  RSAC karate is looking at setting up in Flin Flon.

This is something that can be enjoyed by all age groups starting at 7 and over.

Some of the other benefits include competitive training and self defense, low fees, great exercise, high level coaching and something that the whole family can try together.

They also still take part in competitions.

If you are interested in joining,  you can message them on facebook and they will give you more information.

Due to the recent upswing of Covid cases around the country and in  Saskatchewan, the Northern Saskatchewan Football season will not happen.

The league officials met with the Saskatchewan Health Authority and the different school boards from the northern centers and decided not to put anyone's health at risk and will not pursue a season this fall.

This was tough news for the Creighton Kodiaks who were returning a strong contingent of players from last season and now many seniors will graduate without a chance to compete for a league title.

Ryan Karakochuk, the Head Coach of the Kodiaks was in the CFAR studio this past Friday and talked about the cancellation of the season and how the league will go further from here.

We also had a chance to out our two cents in for everything else happening in the sports world right now.

Ryan is always a great guest and you can hear the full interview here: https://soundcloud.com/102-9-cfar-podcasts

The Flin Flon Bombers wrapped up a very successful cash draw fundraiser at the Whitney Forum last night with all their draws announced live on facebook.

Congratulations to Joseph Bouchard who was the big winner, collecting $20,000.00 with winning ticket number 330, in the final draw announced last night.

Other winners were Rick Jackson, Keith Rumak, Kim Etherington, Daryl Bauman, Ashton Crone, Jolene Gardner,Brian and Holenna Furber, Paul and Lori Bada, Al Kohlenberg and Erica Husberg and June Hoglander who all won $200.00

Bob Gogal, Brenda and Gail Neaufeld, Adrienne Petryk, Brian Danko and Laurie Stephenson. Diane Lebel, Darren Campbell, Mavis Strom, 777 Miners McBurnie, Landi Raymond and R and R Biberdorf for winning $500.00.

Cindy and Murray, Myron Nordick and Duane Davis all took home $1000.00.

Tara Anderson was the 50/50 winner which came out to $5,200.00.

The Flin Flon Bomber Hockey Club want to thank everybody who purhased a ticket.

The Flin Flon Curling Club is looking at starting their season following all the Covid regulations.

They are waiting to get word from the city as to when they can start.

They would like to get an idea as to how many people would like to curl this winter, so please sign up if you are interested.

You can sign up for Mixed, Hot Stove Afternoon Men's, Ladies and league curling. You can sign up to play on a regular basis or as a spare.

Any questions can be directed to Sue at 204-687-5560 or Della at 306-688-6663.

It was a great day at the Phantom Lake Golf Club as 86 golfers came out to take part in the Closing Day Event and Club Championship.

Darcy Salamondra carried over his fine play from Labour day to take the Men's Championship with a sizzling 63.

Jeff Woods and Cole Slipp finished second with a 69, followed by Ray Shirran with a 70.

Brad Fox took the second flight with an 81. Congratulations to Laurie Salahub who continues to dominate the Ladies Division and win this event year after year with a 73 yesterday.

Here are the rest of the results from yesterday:

Mens Senior (50-64)—1^st Flight

1^st      Dave Salahub              74     

Mens Senior (50-64)—2^nd Flight

2^nd     Scott Greenwood        83  

Mens Super Senior 65+-1^st Flight

1^st      Brett Davie                   76             

Mens Super Senior 65+ 2^nd Flight

1^st      Garry Long           86

Ladies Club Champ

1^st      Lori Salahub                73    

Ladies Senior (50-64)

1^st      Sue Murray         81       

Super Senior Ladies 65+

1^st Judy Freeborn   104-Club Champ

Juniors

1^st      Gage Gogal        84      

Despite a lack of atmosphere, a spirited affair went down at the Whitney Forum Sunday afternoon for the annual Flin Flon Bomber Maroon and White intersquad game.

In front of a crowd of approximately 20 fans composed of billet parents -  lineups entirely composed of newcomers showed off their ability. The game featured a unique format of two 30 minute halves.

Hunter Lolacher (03) got the start in net for Team White while Max Hildebrand (04) was in between the pipes for Team Maroon.

Team White’s Nathan Flodde(03) kicked off the scoring with a marker just before the midway point of the first half assisted by Jakin Lawrence (04). Jordan Pfoh (02) responded for Team Maroon approximately three minutes later with a feed from Adam Beamin (05) who has been a defensive stand out during camp.

If crunch of the game awards were to be handed out, one would have to go to a hip check late in the 1st half as Marek Schneider (03) of Team Maroon almost sent Nate Gagne into his own Team White Bench.

New netminders were brought in for the 2nd half with Jared Thompson (02)  in goal for Team White and Justin Duck (03) being the netminder for Team Maroon.

Things opened up early  with Cole Duerreault (02) scoring for Team White, assisted by Ashton Ferstrer (03)  which was quickly responded by Nate Gagne’s (02) goal for the Maroons with assists from Kylynn Olafson (04) and Morgan Daneiluk (03).

Fireworks flew with the game’s lone fight as Hassen Himour (02) of Team White dropped the gloves with Justin Lies of Team Maroon in a short but energetic scrap. Lies went on to score moments later  with an assist from Jordan Pfoh (02)

The highlight reel goal of the game came from Ashton Ferster of Team White who was able to put a breakaway goal past Dueck for the game winner. Himour added an empty netter before time ran out to give Team White the 5-3 victory.

The SJHL season remains in limbo, but it will be back to buisiness for the Flin Flon Bombers who kick off Main Camp tomorrow with registration starting at 10 am.

Once again camp will be closed to the general public, but the hockey club will have video highlights and information on their website and facebook page.

Scrimmages will take place throughout the weekend with the big Maroon and White game to wrap it up on Sunday afternoon at 1:30.

I caught up with the Head Coach and GM, Mike Reagan last night at the Whitney Forum and we talked about what to expect at this year's camp and how they are preparing for a season with an undetermined start date.

You can hear that interview here: https://soundcloud.com/102-9-cfar-podcasts

FLIN FLON SKATING CLUB'S SKATING SEASON is gearing up for another great year and is open to anybody in Flin Flon, Creighton, Denare Beach and the surrounding areas.

Registration for the Flin Flon Skating Club is ONLINE!

Register Early As  some of their  programs are filled up already and some others are close to capacity.

To Register go to flinflonskatingclub.com

Questions can be  emailed to the club at flinflonskatingclub@gmail.com

They will also be at the rink this week Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 5pm to 630pm to take any payments.

The Flin Flon Bombers will open up Main Camp with registration this Friday starting at 10 am at the Whitney Forum.

The Bombers are looking forward to their most competitive camp in a long time. In other years some of their younger list players couldn't take part because of WHL camps, but those camps have been delayed til December due to Covid 19.

Unfortunately, Main Camp will be closed to the public due to Covid 19, but the Bombers will show highlights and details on their facebook page and web-site.

The players will be split up on three different teams and will scrimmage through out the weekend with the Maroon and White game, Sunday at 1:30.

I will also have an interview with Head Coach and GM, Mike Reagan before and after the camp on 102.9 CFAR and flinflononline.com.

Flin Flon Minor Hockey will start their season on September the 21st and want to make sure every body is up to speed on what will be happening with Covid 19.

Minor Hockey will be hosting information sessions this Thursday September the 17th at the Creighton Sportex.

One parent is recommemded to attend your players division session.

5:30- U-7 (Hockey D), and U9(Novice)

6:30- U11(Atom), and U-13( Pee Wee)

7:30- U15( Bantam) and U-18 (Midget)

Following the information sessions any coach's that plan on coaching this year, there will be a brief coach's meeting.

Everyone will be rerquired to wear a mask and you will have to maintain 6 ft of distancing.

The Norman Bantam Triple A Wolves held their try-outs in Thompson this past weekend with 46 kids from right across the North trying out.

There will be a good contingent of players from Flin Flon and Creighton with 5 locals making the cut.

They include Nole Pearson, Ryder Mucha, Reid Slugoski, Gage Gogal and goaltender Paxton Moore.

Norman is waiting to see what will happen with phase three for Covid with the Manitoba government and hope to start playing exhibition games the next couple of weeks.

They are also expecting to be able to play a full season starting in mid- October.

The Flin Flon Bombers made a major acquisition on Saturday with the announcement of a 3 year Whl veteran, Zach Huber.

Huber played with the Saskatoon Blades last year where he potted 23 points in 61 games.

He picked up 10 points with the Calgary Hitmen in the two seasons previous.

Huber hails from Millarville Alberta and Head Coach and GM of the Bombers is very excited about the signing. "We are very happy to announce the signing of Zach. We saw the impact Cole Rafuse had on our team last year and we feel Huber will have the same. He's tough to play against, has a great shot and plays like a Bomber."

Registration for Flin Flon Minor Hockey is now open for the up coming season which will start on September the 21st.

Click on the link at hockeycanada.ca/registration.

First year Hockey D registration will be free.

Season information sessions will be held September the 16th, so watch their facebook page and website for more information.

The Phantom Lake Golf Club will officially wrap up their season with the Closing Day Event and Club Championship on Sunday September the 20th.

This event is open to everyone including members and non-members. Cost is $30,00 for members and $40.00 for non-members.

It all starts at 11 with 18 holes of golf, a steak dinner and a great day of fun.

The Club Championship will be open to Men. Ladies, Seniors and Juniors.

The Flin Fon Bombers announced about a month ago that Jacob Delorme would not be returning to finish his 20 year old season in the SJHL.

Delorme has decided to go to college and will be suiting up with the Concordia Stingers in his native Quebec.

I had a chance to interview Jacob from his home in Drummondville yesterday and he reflected on his time in the SJHL and what it meant for him to be a bomber.

He enjoyed the community and the history of this great franchise and will miss Flin Flon very much.

You can hear his entire interview from yesterday right here. https://soundcloud.com/102-9-cfar-podcasts

The Walt Cunningham Labour Day Classic took place at the Phantom Lake Golf Club this past weekend with 85 golfers taking part.

Congratulations to Flin Flon's Darcy Salamondra for winning the Championship Flight.

Ray Shirran, Trevor Fox and DJ Wilson rounded out the top 4.

Here are the rest of the results:

First Flight- Dave Salahub

Second Flight- Bob Davis

Third Flight- Shaun Frazer

Fourth Flight- Ryan Bortis

Fifth Flight- Blake Alexander

Sixth Flight- Chris Reynolds

Seventh Flight- Wayme Macdougall

Eighth Flight- Dwayne Highmoor

Ninth Flight- Mike Jones

Tenth Flight- Chris Halpin

Congratulations to former OCN Blizzard standout, Brady Keeper who has re-signed with the Florida Panthers on a one year deal.

Keeper suited up in 61 games last season for the Springfield Thunderbirds of the AHL where he picked up 18 points including 6 goals.

Keeper played three full  seasons for the Blizzard, suiting up in 160 games and amassing 133 points. 

The Former MJHL Defenseman Of The Year and league MVP  picked up a full scholarship to the University Of Maine before making his NHL debut in 2019 in a game against the Ottawa Senators.

He also appeared in one game against the New York Islanders in this past summer's  qualifying round series.