Edmonton, Treaty 6 Territory – At the 2025 Alberta Native Hockey Championships in Edmonton, the Kapawe’no Muskwak U15 Elite faced off in Game 2 against Edmonton Voyagers Canada on Friday, April 4 at the Bill Hunter Arena. Following three days of tryouts across Edmonton, Calgary, and North Battleford, over 250 kids competed, with the team heading to Germany to represent Canada’s First Nations.The game started with Edmonton Voyagers Canada scoring first, taking an early lead with a nice shot off the rush. However, the Muskwak quickly equalized with a great passing play within 30 seconds, never trailing again. The speed and strategic play had them chasing the Muskwak relentlessly, culminating in a 2-1 lead.
In the second period, the Muskwak quick footwork drew a penalty, and the powerplay capitalized, increasing the lead to 3-1. Despite Canada’s pressure in the third period, the stellar defense and goaltending of the Muskwak kept them at bay. The persistent efforts forced another penalty, and the powerplay struck again, making it 4-1. Edmonton Voyagers Canada managed a late goal, bringing it to 4-2.
“Demonstrating true grit and skill, we closed out the game, even against their pulled goalie in a last-ditch effort.”, said Coach Ross Willier.
Recap of games:
Game 1 vs Sunchild 4-3 OT W
Game 2 vs Edmonton Voyageurs Canada 4-2 W
Game 3 vs Gift Lake Knights – Friday @ Bill Hunter 11:00am
Game 4 vs Edmonton Hawks – Today @ Millwoods Arena 6:30pm
Last modified: April 10, 2025
