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INNISFAIL - The Innisfail Midget A Flyers are at the top of their game this season, sitting in third place in the Central Alberta Hockey League (CAHL) standings. The team recently returned as champs from a midget tournament Jan. 7 and 8 in Stettler.

With the season about half done, the Sundre Minor Hockey Association's president said the Huskies have enjoyed some close games. "The kids are playing very competitive hockey," Dorothy Thengs told the Round Up last week.

The Sundre Skating Club does far more than simply teach youth a range of skills on the ice. "It gives them a good work ethic," said Carla Valentine, the club's treasurer and test chair.

From Jan. 20-26, Olds College Broncos athletics teams are partnering with RBC to break the stigma around mental illness on post-secondary campuses.

It was a tough weekend for Olds College Broncos men's and women's teams. Basketball In women's basketball, St. Mary's beat the Broncos 76-57 on Jan. 13. On Jan. 14, St. Mary's laid on another beating, 97-60. In men's basketball, St.

INNISFAIL - The Rosetown Red Wings may be the newest team in the Chinook Hockey League but they are more than ready to make their mark.

Saturday, Jan. 14 was Olds College Broncos Family Fun Day and Minor Sport Night at the Ralph Klein Centre gym.

Emily McCook may be the picture of focused, disciplined resolve on the court but off there are moments when she might not be sure where to turn next. That's because she's about to make a decision that will be the envy of many teens.

INNISFAIL - The Innisfail Ski Club has opened for the season. Since beginning operations at the Innisfail Ski Hill on Dec. 26, there has been a steady stream of skiers enjoying the snow.

A Sundre constable who considers himself a "kid at heart" said the Small Hoops Basketball program provides a unique opportunity to engage youth. "On a personal level, I'm a big kid at heart.