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The Airdrie Thunder have signed former coach Art Krusel for the remainder of the season after Darryl Einarson stepped down, Jan. 11.

The Airdrie Thunder had a busy weekend. Not only did the team have to adjust to new head coach Art Krusel, but it also had to play three games in less than 48 hours.

The Airdrie Thunder had a busy weekend. Not only did the team have to adjust to new head coach Art Krusel, but it also had to play three games in less than 48 hours.

The Airdrie Lightning Midget AA hockey team struck gold over the holidays. The team beat the host Richmond Blues 6-2, Dec. 31, to win the 30th Annual Richmond International Midget Tournament in B.C.

I knew it was too good to be true. One of the biggest annual hockey events was coming to our own backyard. Getting tickets should be no problem. But thanks to Hockey Canada, my New Year’s Eve plans for this year are still open.

The Airdrie Lightning Midget AA hockey team struck gold over the holidays. The team beat the host Richmond Blues 6-2, Dec. 31, to win the 30th Annual Richmond International Midget Tournament in B.C.

The Airdrie Thunder have signed former coach Art Krusel for the remainder of the season after Darryl Einarson stepped down, Jan. 11.

Six different Xtreme players scored as Airdrie extended its winning streak to four games with a 7-5 victory over the Oilers in Okotoks, Jan. 9.

Jordon Sealock is one step closer to playing in the National Lacrosse League. The Airdrie product was one of three players named to the Calgary Roughnecks’ practice roster when the team wrapped up its training camp at Genesis Place in late December.

The Second Gear Motorcycle Club, including several local racers, will hit Chestermere Lake Jan. 16 for the first round of its 2011 ice racing championship.