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Tuesday, 28 April 2026 06:00
Paint the ice event on Thursday
Our 1st Annual Paint the Ice Event is Thursday, April 30th from 6:00-7:30pm at the Russell Memorial Multiplex! Come join us to say “goodbye” to the ice for another season! We will have paint and brushes for you, but feel free to bring your washable kids paint, brushes, stencils, etc.…
Tuesday, 28 April 2026 06:00
Nighthawks capture MJHL title with ease
By Derek HoltomIn the end, the Niverville Nighthawks would not be denied their destiny.The Nighthawks clinched their first-ever league championship Thursday night in Virden as they beat the Oil Capitals 6-2, to win the Turnbull Cup in four straight games.Niverville dominated the playoffs, posting a 12-1 record over three rounds.…
Tuesday, 07 April 2026 06:00
Outdoor rink now closed
Pickleball is in the GPB Hall in Russell!Tuesdays from 1-3pm and Thursdays from 9-11am and again from 7-9pm! Pickleball is still ongoing at the Binscarth school on Monday evenings from 7-9pm! Pickleball is FREE and we have all equipment needed. Clean, indoor shoes required.Badminton is in Russell at the GPB…
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
No Gym Kids during school spring break
Pickleball is back on in the GPB Hall in Russell! Tuesdays from 1-3pm and Thursdays from 9-11am and again from 7-9pm! Pickleball is still ongoing at the Binscarth school on Monday evenings from 7-9pm! Pickleball is FREE and we have all equipment needed. Clean, indoor shoes required.Badminton is back on…
Tuesday, 31 March 2026 06:00
MJHL final four set for puck drop
By Derek HoltomWell that was quick, wasn’t it?Three of the four first-round series were completed in as short a time as possible as the Virden Oil Capitals, Waywayseecappo Wolverines and the Niverville Nighthawks all swept their first-round series.As a result the second round matchups are set, both featuring East Division…
Tuesday, 24 March 2026 06:00
MJHL playoffs well underway now
By Derek HoltomThe MJHL playoffs are well under way as the first round started this past weekend. Here’s a quick recap of the four series as of Monday morning.Titans versus Oil CapitalsNeepawa is in big trouble following the first two games, after being out-scored 10-1 in their first two games…
Tuesday, 17 March 2026 06:00
Wolverines tested and ready for MJHL post season
By Derek HoltomThe Manitoba Junior Hockey League playoffs get under way this week, and the Waywayseecappo Wolverines have a chance to create some history by winning their first-ever best-of-seven series.The Wolverines have won a best-of-three survivor series to get into the final eight, though have never advanced to the final…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
Hickman makes Team West go to Manitoba Winter Games
Drew Hickman, daughter of Troy Hickman and Mattie Braden, who lives in Brandon made Team West to go to Manitoba Winter Games held in Thompson. These games have only been hosted in Thompson three times, 1994, 2018 and now in 2026. Drew’s dad Troy had the opportunity to be on…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
All GPB activities on hold while floor replacement continues
Pickleball, Badminton and Indoor Walking are still on hold at the GPB Hall as we finish installing the new floor. There is pickleball in Binscarth at the school on Mondays from 7-9 pm! You are welcome to walk indoors at the Russell Memorial Multiplex. We thank you for your patience!Adults…
Tuesday, 10 March 2026 06:00
Roulette and Wolverines ready for post season
By Derek HoltomThe Waywayseecappo Wolverines are one of the hottest teams in the MJHL in 2026, even with some recent setbacks against the top team in the MJHL.As the Wolverines peak for the playoffs, the veteran-filled team is enjoying what they’ve accomplished so far, but realize there is still so…
Tuesday, 03 March 2026 06:00
No Adults and Tots until March 11th
Pickleball, Badminton and Indoor Walking are still on hold at the GPB Hall as we finish installing the new floor. There is pickleball in Binscarth at the school on Mondays from 7-9 pm! You are welcome to walk indoors at the Russell Memorial Multiplex. We thank you for your patience!NO…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
First Aid Class coming soon
Pickleball, Badminton and Indoor Walking are still on hold at the GPB Hall as we finish installing the new floor. Thank you for your continued patience! I promise, it will be worth it! There is pickleball in Binscarth at the school on Mondays from 7-9 pm! The RMM is available…
Tuesday, 24 February 2026 06:00
Manitoba Junior Hockey League playoff positioning heating up
By Derek HoltomWith less than 10 games left on the schedule for most teams, the playoff picture remains unclear at best in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League.The league-leading Niverville Nighthawks have stumbled of late, going a modest 6-4-0-0 in their last 10 games and barely scraped by two non-playoff teams…
Tuesday, 17 February 2026 06:00
Binscarth Winterfest coming March 1st
A HUGE thank you to the ACC Youth Employment Skills Strategy Russell Cohort of 2026 and their instructor Duane Klimack who built and donated a beautiful warming shed for our community outdoor rink! Our community members will now be able to sit inside, away from the elements to get their…
Tuesday, 17 February 2026 06:00
Wolverines’ Hicks confident in teams’ chances
By Derek HoltomWayway Wolverines skater Sebastien Hicks is dominating the MJHL, just as you would expect a 20-year-old forward to do. The team’s leading scorer entered last week on an 11-game point scoring heater, which coincides with the Wayway’s run which has seen them only lose one regulation game in…