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BJ Carey takes top spot at Poundmaker

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The Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association is back. After COVID-19 halted last year’s action, the CPCA’s 2021 season officially got underway last Thursday (June 24) with four days of racing at Poundmaker Cree Nation. The event wrapped up Sunday (June 27)...

New chuckwagon event gaining in popularity

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The recent decision to cancel chuckwagon races at this year’s Calgary Stampede could mean more horsepower for the first-ever North American Chuckwagon Championship. The NACC, a new event announced for Lloydminster July 9-17, was originally booked as an alternative for...

18U baseball returns to M.L.

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Things are looking up for Midget baseball in Meadow Lake. Although a modified minor ball season did take place locally last year amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Meadow Lake Minor Baseball did not field an 18U team at that time....

Former M.L. resident makes Paralympic swim team

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From tragedy can come triumph. Former Meadow Lake resident Nikita Ens is an example of this, as seven years after a motor vehicle collision changed her life forever she will now proudly take her place as a member of Team...

Players receive their own soccer balls

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One small gesture can change a child’s life forever. Just ask Lindsay Scott, a local soccer coach who is extremely proud of the Meadow Lake and District Youth Soccer Association’s decision to provide each and every one of its athletes...

CPCA racing schedule revised for 2021

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While COVID-19 continues to cause uncertainty, it appears as though there could be an official chuckwagon racing season this year after all. Recently, the Canadian Professional Chuckwagon Association (CPCA) announced the first official show of 2021 will be held the...

Provincial ball scheduled for summer

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Provincial baseball and softball are ready to make a comeback amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Recently it was confirmed – COVID restrictions permitting – Meadow Lake would host two provincial ball tournaments this summer, a 15U ‘AA’ tournament as well...

Hockey academies increase in popularity

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Hockey development and quality education continue to be a winning combination for young prospects from Meadow Lake and area. According to Meadow Lake resident Dion Petz – a former teacher at the Edge Hockey School in Calgary – educational facilities...

WPCA cancels first two shows of season

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When it comes to the 2021 chuckwagon racing scene and the ongoing uncertainty surrounding COVID-19, the World Professional Chuckwagon Association (WPCA) has an important decision to make in terms of the upcoming season – live or let die. This is...

Youth soccer returning mid-May

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After a year of empty pitches, the Meadow Lake and District Youth Soccer Association is ready to kick off its 2021 season. Registration for the upcoming season took place recently and, according to association president Raelynn Gilroyed, the response was...