Brooks, Alberta — The Brooks Bandits have extended Head Coach Dakota Mason for the 2026–27 season. Mason is coming off his first season as Head Coach, which saw him lead the Bandits to the BCHL Championship in five games over the Nanaimo Clippers. “It is something that me and my family don’t take lightly,” said […]

Brooks, AB — August 12, 2026 — The Brooks Bandits are pleased to announce the addition of Ryan Wilkinson to the organization as an Assistant Coach for the upcoming season. A St. Albert, Alberta native, Wilkinson brings a strong combination of playing experience, coaching experience and player-development expertise to the Bandits coaching staff. Wilkinson played five seasons in the Alberta […]

Brooks, Alberta – The Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Wayne Labrie will assume the position of General Manager. This change more accurately reflects the integral role Wayne successfully undertook throughout last season. His responsibilities extended well beyond the traditional boundaries of his previous position, and his leadership and contribution were instrumental in […]

Brooks, Alberta – The Brooks Bandits would like to congratulate local product Shane Smith and his family on his signing with the Henderson Silver Knights of the AHL. The Cessford, Alberta product played 263 WHL games across six seasons with the Medicine Hat Tigers, Lethbridge Hurricanes, and Kelowna Rockets. He participated in the Memorial Cup last […]