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STRATHMORE WHEATLAND KINGS JUNIOR HOCKEY
2015-2016
RECRUITING
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Building Traditions and Setting
New Standards
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Our Program
The Strathmore Wheatland Kings organization prides ourselves on offering players a first-class Junior B hockey
experience. Our organization provides a wide range of resources that we believe are above and beyond what many other
Junior B programs offer. Playing junior in Strathmore is an experience unlike any other in the Heritage Junior Hockey
League. Kings’ fans have earned a reputation for being loyal and passionate. The Strathmore Twin Arena has become
both the most feared arena for opponents to play in while being the most fun and exhilarating for the home team. Our
Coaches, Organization and Community place a high value on character, commitment, and accountability, while we all
work together towards our collective goal of capturing the HJHL Arnusch Championship trophy.
Below is a summary of the first-class benefits and development opportunities that players are offered from the
Strathmore Wheatland Kings Hockey Club:
• Professional Coaching and on-ice/ off-ice training
• Quality hockey
• Custom dressing room coming 2015-2016 season
• Set practice ice times, which will help the athlete
organize their study and or work schedule.
• Equipment manager as well as a Certified Trainer.
• Quality brand name, including helmet/visor,
gloves and pant shells.
• DVSport Video Program, to review & assist players
in development and hockey instruction.
• StatsGuy™ Reports - Advanced stats, give away /
take away, blocked shots, FO%, + more: provides
quantifiable feedback to players.
• Value, lower fees compared to other
Junior B leagues.
• Home Ice Advantage of 300 to 500 fans per game;
Players play in front of a spirited fan base.
• Community Involvement - Players will help at youth
practices, participate in the annual Heritage Day Parade,
as well as other community minded initiatives.
• Paid meals and hotel accommodations while traveling
with the Kings on the road.
• Discounts on: gym membership, hair cuts, and movie
rentals by local businesses for our players from
August through the end of the season
(As available by sponsors).
• Nutrition/supplies during practices and games, including
snacks, fruit, granola bars, Gatorade, tape, wax, laces.
• Free skate sharpening services, as required.
• Scholarship opportunities for student athletes:
see page 6
• Team building and Life Experiences, such as the
Parade Day, Season Kick-off Golf Tournament,
and other events.
• Team Jersey Presentation upon retirement as a
21 year old (As jersey availability).
• Opportunity to play at higher levels: Strathmore is
strategically located within an hour and a half of the
following AJHL teams: Brooks Bandits, Drumheller
Dragons, Okotoks Oilers, Calgary Canucks, Calgary
Mustangs, and Olds Grizzlies. The Kings will work with
players to advance further their hockey careers. We will
work diligently to help prepare and promote them to the
next level.
• In depth local newspaper coverage.
The Pride of Being a Strathmore Wheatland King!
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win the seven game series.
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“We see what we’re capable of when we
put our mind to it and approach the series against Coaldale with passion, discipline and focus.”
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The Wheatland Kings returned for the 2014-15 season, after a one season sabbatical from the Heritage League. We put
together a good team and learned many valuable lessons along the way. I believe we are poised to take the next step in
our teams evolution. We are looking for players with ability and character. As the Head Coach I believe I have two very
simple objectives:
1. Player & Team Development: To coach players’ development and aid them in improving their skill set as well as
their citizenship. Also, to create a team environment where all members understand their role in our success. We will
accomplish these goals by establishing a level for our expectations, holding players accountable for their actions, and
rewarding and disciplining players in accordance with the situation.
2. Win the HJHL Arnusch Championship trophy: I believe if we are diligent in our approach with objective number 1,
objective number 2 will be the fortuitous by-product.
One of the critical tasks before us is player identification. This is why you find this document in your hands today. As the
head coach, I am looking for competitive, intelligent, skilled players with strong character. I firmly believe the primary
strength of our success will be the players who represent our team. Our decisions will be based on your capabilities and
performance. All ice time and roles will be earned from the start of our Conditioning camp that opens on August 17, 2015.
There are opportunities to play large roles within our team, it is up to you to earn those roles.
I believe a balanced team is a difficult team to defend
against. We are not looking for 23 identical players, nor are
we looking for the 23 most technically skilled players. We
are looking for the right players.
The Kings will be skilled, intelligent, disciplined, and always
hard to play against. As well with the cooperation of our
veteran leadership group, we will create an environment
where we all have fun and enjoy coming to the rink each
day. I look forward to meeting you and being a part of your
ongoing development.
Jeremy Blumes
Ph: 403.999.4700
email:coach@wheatlandkings.com
Staff
Shaun NORRIE
- Assistant Coach - Born in Calgary, AB, Shaun Norrie played his minor hockey in the Calgary Royals before
being selected by the Calgary Hitmen in the WHL Bantam Draft. Shaun played two seasons for the Hitmen
amassing 73 points and 200 PIM’s. Shaun then played with the Kootenay Ice in 2002, winning Kootenays first ever
Memorial Cup . The following season, Shaun headed west to wrap up his WHL career with the Vancouver Giants.
After a successful tour of duty in the WHL which saw Shaun play for 3 teams, bring home 1 Memorial Cup, collect
129 points plus 452 PIMS, he headed back to Alberta to seek a business management degree from University of
Lethbridge. He suited up for the Pronghorns for four years, where he served as captain in his final season. Following his tenure at
U of L and completion of his degree, Shaun traveled to Tennessee to play for the Knoxville Ice Bears of the SPHL where he helped
lead his team to a league championship, completing his hockey career with yet another ring. Following Shaun’s successful playing
career, he turned to coaching where he has spent the last four seasons with a dominant Calgary Royals Midget AA Blue team, where
he coached with Head Coach Blumes, and is now looking forward to a new challenge with the Kings. Away from the arena, Shaun
recently married his longtime girlfriend Lauren. He is also the President of “Rebel Outdoor Inc.”
Dale Peters
Manager - Brings a wealth of experience and knowledge from his various roles as player, coach, manager, and owner, which he
gained through his numerous years of being involved in the game throughout Western Canada. Dale began work with the RCMP
in 1963 and was originally stationed in Cranbrook where he began playing with the Cranbrook Royals in the WIHL. Following his
playing career, Dale served as an official in that same league, before moving on to officiate in the Western Hockey League (WHL)
and Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL). Following Dale’s time as an official, he served as Coach and General Manager of the
Portage Terriers. The team would later appear that year in the league final versus the Selkirk Steelers. Following his time with the
Terriers, Dale moved to Saskatoon and became the Coach and General Manager of the North Battleford Barrons. He also coached
the Warman Diggers AAA Midgets and owned the Delisle Bruins and the Dundurn Wheatkings of the NSJHL. Dale has managed and
coached many midget, bantam hockey team over the years, as well as serving as a scout with the Medicine Hat Tigers, Saskatoon
Blades and Brandon WheatKings. Dale is the owner operator of Save My Licence and resides in Chestermere, Alberta with his wife
Cathy. Son Jeffrey works in the company business while his younger son, Dalynne, has recently graduated from medical school.
EXECUTIVE
Mike Langen
Nolan Frese
Mark Bishop
Blair Wilson
President
VP Operations
Secretary/Treasurer
SMHA Liason
Director of Community and Team Relations
Game Day and Other
Dr. David Piesas
Dr Elizabeth Robinson
Matt Narajiwsky
Doug Taylor
Graydon Pease
Gerald Mihalus Team Physician
Team Dentist
Equipment Manager
Photographer
Announcer
Music
Kevin Brelis
President of Strathmore Minor Hockey
Dale Peters
Director of Hockey Operations
Gord Jones
Director of Advertising
Jody Schneider
Administrator/Graphic Design
Off Ice Officials
Richard Wegener
Off Ice Coordinator
Gary Michielsen
Off Ice Official
Bruce Johansen
Off Ice Official
Gary Geerhaert
Off Ice Official
Larry Stirling
Off Ice Official
Dave McKinnon
Off Ice Official
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Heritage Junior Hockey League
The Heritage Junior Hockey League (HJHL) is a Junior “B” hockey league in Alberta, Canada, sanctioned by Hockey
Alberta and Hockey Canada. The HJHL was founded in 1987 and is made up of teams from southern and central Alberta
and, currently, is the largest Junior B league in the province of Alberta. The HJHL has a long history of providing quality
hockey and has helped to develop and prepare players for advancement to higher levels such as Jr.A, WHL, ACAC,
CIS and the NCAA.
Kevin O’Keefe Scholarship
The Strathmore Wheatland Kings are proud
to offer this annual scholarship in honour of Mr.
Kevin O’Keefe who was the father the Wheat
Kings first ever captain and was the captain for
three seasons. Kevin fought a courageous battle
against Lou Gehrig’s disease before tragically
succumbing to the disease in August 2010. The
scholarship honours
Kevin’s zest for life, dedication to family and
friends and his unrelenting spirit throughout his
courageous battle.
The awarding of the scholarships will be
based on criteria identified by Kevin which
include financial need, integrity, determination
and a positive team attitude. This scholarship is
available to current Strathmore Wheatland Kings
players enrolled in a post-secondary education
program, continuing education program or
apprenticeship program.
One scholarship, valued at $500, is awarded
at the closing of each season based on a written
request submitted by a player. It consists of a
$500 cheque to be used towards educational
expenses.
Schooling, travel, or accommodations. The
successful individuals shall be chosen in part by
the coaching staff along with Kevin’s family and
is to be awarded at the end of each season.
The successful applicants will be recognized
and presented the scholarship by a member
of the O’Keefe family at this home game
sponsored by Animal Care Centre of Strathmore.
The Town of Strathmore
Strathmore is a rural community of approximately 12,300 people located on
the TransCanada highway just 40 km east of the City of Calgary, 52 km from
the Calgary International Airport, and near the picturesque Bow River.
Originally a farming community along the Canadian Pacific Railway, now all
the amenities of a larger city can be found in the Town of Strathmore: from
well known restaurants to the Joyland Movie Theatre.
The Town has a full range of recreational and competitive sports activities
to develop and maintain an active lifestyle for players. Along with the twin ice
arena, home to the Wheatland Kings, there is an indoor aquatic centre, four
sheet curling rink, tennis courts, baseball diamonds, soccer pitches, 18-hole
golf course, bike paths and parks.
Strathmore also hosts its own Stampede in early August, this year from
August 1st - 4th, which boasts a very exciting event, Canada’s only ‘Running
of the Bulls’.
Strathmore is home to a number of other elite hockey programs, PeeWee
AA, Bantam AA, Midget AA and Midget AAA.
Above all, Strathmore loves their Kings and shows great support with 400+
fans attending home games.
Thank You to our Major Sponsors
STRATHMORE
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
TIMES
Mark Bishop 403-863-9947
Gord Jones 403.934-8426
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INVITE to the 2015 Strathmore Wheatland Kings
2015 Summer Preparation/ Identification Camp
The Strathmore Wheatland Kings, a proud member of the Heritage Junior Hockey League (HJHL), would like to
congratulate you on your past season!
The Kings’ Staff have identified you as a player with the necessary commitment, ability, and
character and would like to extend to you an INVITATION to our Summer
Conditioning
Camp being held August 17, 18, 19 & 20, 2015, in Strathmore, AB
at the Strathmore Twin Arena, located at 160 Brent Blvd, Strathmore, AB T1P 1E9.
Players please register online at: www.wheatlandkings.com
and click on the “2015 Summer Conditioning Camp” link at the centre of the page.
This camp is for players who are eager to earn a spot on the Kings, while also serving as an opportunity to prepare
for other camps and tryouts later in August and September. The Camp allows the Kings’ Coaching staff the opportunity
to assess your abilities as a player, while the players become familiar with the Kings organization, as well as the
team’s philosophy and expectations. As well players will receive an exit meeting with the coaching staff. This is a great
opportunity to showcase your talent and skills against other players your age. The Kings believe this Camp will serve as a
critical part of our success this season.
Along with the Kings organization, coaches and scouts from other AJHL and BCHL teams will be in attendance. Being
identified by one of these organizations may lead to opportunities for players attending our camp in the future.
Players participating in our Camp will be exposed to high tempo ice times, fitness testing, evaluations, special teams
drills and competitive games officiated by professional referees.
All of our attendees are by invitation only, space will be limited in order to maintain a high quality camp. Registration
is strictly on a first-come, first-serve basis, so we urge interested players to register as soon as possible. Please come
prepared with full protective gear and gym attire for off ice training.
For any further information please contact:
Jeremy Blumes - Head Coach, p. 403 999 4700,
e. coach@wheatlandkings.com
Players that perform well will be invited to the
Kings Main Camp which opens September 8, 2015.