Brooks, Alberta – The Brooks Bandits congratulate Frantisek Albrecht on his commitment to Hobart College in Geneva, New York. “Frantisek was a tremendous player for our team last season and someone our coaching staff could really rely on every night. His competitiveness, work ethic, and commitment to winning were a key component to our team […]
The Brooks Bandits update on recently acquired 2007-born forward Koby Francis, along with future considerations, from the Chilliwack Chiefs in exchange for the BCHL rights to 2006-born goaltender Noah Tegelaar. Francis, a native of Gatineau, QC, was a point-per-game player as a BCHL rookie last season with the Chiefs, registering 6 goals and 17 assists for 23 points in […]
Brooks, Alberta – The Brooks Bandits are extremely excited to welcome former Bandits standout Pierce Charleson back to the organization as a member of our scouting staff. Pierce brings a tremendous hockey background to the role, having played two seasons in Brooks before going on to compete for five seasons of NCAA Division I hockey, followed by a […]
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 […]
Brooks, Alberta – The Brooks Bandits would like to congratulate Assistant Coach and Director of Player Development Cole McCaig on accepting the Head Coach/GM position with the Flin Flon Bombers of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL). McCaig was an integral part of the Bandits organization last season, playing a key role in the development of our players while […]
Brooks, Alberta – The Brooks Bandits are pleased to announce that forward Jack Rosensteel has committed to play NCAA Division I hockey at Niagara University and will become a member of the Purple Eagles for the 2026-27 season. Rosensteel finished the 2025-26 season with 50 points (26g-24a) in 46 games adding another 17 points (9g-8a) in […]
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