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The Olds College women's hockey program will hit the ice for its third year of action with a brand new coach, and sights set on a playoff spot.

It's going to be a two-ring circus for track and field athletes this year: thanks to coach Rachel Andres, Olds High School is now home to two brand new regulation throwing rings for their discus, shot put and hammer throwers.

The Grizzlys hit the ice this past weekend for their first regular game of the year, dropping the season opener 1-5 against the Calgary Canucks.

Hometown hero and Grizzlys captain Chase Olsen is hoping he can beat mono in time to play in the team's home opener Sept. 22 as they host the Whitecourt Wolverines. But he's not betting on it.

INNISFAIL – Preparations are well underway for a new season of the roaring game but this year there is a bit of pressure to be ready for the traditional start date after the Thanksgiving long weekend.

A Calgary company's partnership with the Olds Grizzlys will bring new opportunities for minor hockey player and coach development, as part of the company relocates to Olds this fall.

INNISFAIL - The Innisfail Triathlon drew a record number of local participants to the 2017 local race. “Overall we were thrilled with the event,” said race director Dorene Loughlin.

INNISFAIL - For Innisfail native Taryn Baumgardt, there is no better feeling than lacing up your skates to take that first push off a fresh sheet of ice.

INNISFAIL – It wasn't pretty and it's doubtful scouts are chomping at the bit over the skill shown on the field, but the defending three-peat champion Innisfail Cyclones did win their first game of the season.

The Olds Grizzlys have added another name to their staff roster, announcing last Friday that they are bringing a scout on board.