Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League

Condolences Wayne Kartusch

On behalf of the SJHL board of governors, coaches, players and administration, our sincere condolences to the Kartusch family on the passing of Wayne Kartusch. Wayne lead the SJHL as Commissioner for 26 years. The SJHL we have today is truly because of the passion, commitment, vision and stewardship of Wayne. Rest in peace Wayne.

Trades Within Past Few Weeks

There have been a number of trades in the past few weeks. For a complete list visit https://www.sjhl.ca/2022-23-transactions July 18, 2022 Notre Dame Hounds trade Eliot Dutil to Brooks Bandits (AJHL) for a PDF. Nipawin Hawks trade Evan Bortis to Niverville Nighthawks (MJHL) for a PDF. July 14, 2022 Estevan Bruins trade Caelen Fitzpatrick to […]

SJHL Welcome Jacob Faith as Director of Marketing and Partnerships

The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League is pleased to welcome Jacob Faith as its new Director of Marketing and Partnership. Jacob holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing and Communications, and a Sports Management Degree from the University of Regina. Additionally, Jacob possesses a degree in Broadcasting from the Western Academy Broadcasting College. Jacob previously […]

MJHL | SJHL Showcase announced for January 2023

WINNIPEG, MB – The Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) and Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) are pleased to announce the joint MJHL-SJHL Showcase presented by Alt Hotel Winnipeg will return for the 2022-23 season. The showcase event will be held in Manitoba for the first time, taking place on January 31-Feb 1, 2023 at the impressive […]

SJHL Releases 2022-23 Schedule

July 11, 2022 The Saskatchewan Junior Hockey league has released its 2022-2023 regular season schedule. There will be five games on opening night, Friday, September 16th, where the Estevan Bruins begin their defense of the SJHL title. This years’ schedule will feature 56 games and includes the SJHL Showcase which will be held September 25th-28th […]

Red Wings Busy on the Trade Front this Past Week

June 10, 2022 Weyburn Red Wings acquire the rights to Evan Pinel from La Ronge Ice Wolves in exchange for a PDF. June 9, 2022 Weyburn Red Wings acquire Sam Boldt’s SJHL rights from Notre Dame Hounds in exchange for a PDF. Weyburn Red Wings acquire the rights to Sam Boldt from the Merritt Centennials […]

SJHL Develops Strategic Plan and Department of Player Safety

The Annual General Meeting for the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League was held this past weekend in North Battleford. Kyle Adamson from the Kindersley Klippers was elected Chairman and Tim Verklan from the Nipawin Hawks was elected Vice Chair. The Board of Governors and Commissioner Kyle McIntyre developed a new strategic plan for the next five […]

Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League Job Posting

POSITION: Director, Marketing and Partnerships REPORTS TO: SJHL Commissioner | SJHL Board of Governors LOCATION: TBA STATUS: Permanent, Full Time (Base Salary & Commission) APPLICATION DEADLINE: June 30, 2022 POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the SJHL Commissioner, the Director, Marketing and Partnerships will be responsible for managing/developing the SJHL strategic marketing and partnership planning. POSITION KEY […]

CJHL appoints Bill Chow, Life Member

CALGARY, Alta. – The Canadian Junior Hockey League announced Thursday that Bill Chow has been appointed a Life Member of its organization, in recognition of his significant contributions to Jr. A hockey. The outgoing president of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League has served at the helm of the SJHL during the past 11 seasons. He […]

Centennial Cup Notebook: A Saskatchewan Flavour

ESTEVAN, Sask. – The 10 Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) clubs competing for the Centennial Cup, presented by Tim Hortons, are two days into game action at Affinity Place in Estevan. The following are notes on the Canadian Jr. A Championship, past and present, featuring a host Saskatchewan flavour. LAST TIME: The last time the […]