Captain, Cooper Brown plays his 150th career AJHL game

It’s a big week for our Captain!   Not only did he commit to the Concordia University Wisconsin in the NCAA this week but tonight #9 Cooper Brown is playing in his 150th AJHL game. Cooper in his 150 games thus far has tallied 65 points (27G, 38A).   Congratulations Cooper!

Drayton Valley Thunder Captain Cooper Brown Commits to Concordia University Wisconsin

Drayton Valley Thunder Captain Cooper Brown Commits to Concordia University Wisconsin The Drayton Valley Thunder are thrilled to announce that team captain Cooper Brown, a forward from Airdrie, Alberta, has committed to Concordia University Wisconsin (NCAA) for the 2025/2026 season. Cooper joined the Thunder during the 2022/2023 season, quickly establishing himself as a key player […]

Thunder add to Hockey Operations Department

Thunder Add to Hockey Operations Department We are excited to announce a realignment of the Drayton Valley Thunder Hockey Operations department, effective immediately. Scott Pimblott has been promoted to Director of Player Personnel. In this new role, Pimblott will oversee all aspects of roster management and recruitment, reporting directly to Eric Schneider, Vice-President of Operations. […]

Anton Yatsyshin named Canalta Hotels AJHL Player of the week

The Canalta Hotels AJHL Player of the Week is Drayton Valley Thunder forward Anton Yatsyshin with a league leading four points (2G, 2A) in two games from January 13th-19th.   Yatsyshin (2004) recorded an assist on January 17th in a 4-3 overtime loss to the visiting Calgary Canucks. On January 18th, he posted a career […]

Hudson Perry named Alberta Ford Dealers AJHL Defensive Player of the week

The Alberta Ford Dealers AJHL Defensive Player of the Week is 2007-born goaltender Hudson Perry of the Drayton Valley Thunder.  Perry (Brandon Wheat Kings) posted a 3-0 record and 1.33 GAA in three road wins. Perry made 35 saves on January 7th in Olds to defeat the Grizzlys 3-2 in overtime.  On January 11th, he […]

Thunder welcome Reid, Daniel and Jack to the team

Thunder Welcomes New Players to the Team! Following yesterday’s trade deadline, the Drayton Valley Thunder are excited to welcome Reid, Daniel, Jack, and their families to the team! We are thrilled to have them on board as they join the team on their 3-game road trip up north. Catch them in the lineup as we […]

Thunder’s defenceman Matthew Gallant called up to the Seattle Thunderbirds

The Thunder are excited to announce that defenceman Matthew Gallant has been called up to join the Seattle Thunderbirds of the Western Hockey League (WHL).   Gallant, since joining the Thunder has accumulated 7 points (1G, 6A) in his 12 games played. Matthew, will be in the lineup for the Thunderbird’s tonight in Prince George […]

AJHL Approves ownership change of Drayton Valley Thunder

December 12th, 2024 – The Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) has approved the sale of the Drayton Valley Thunder effective immediately. A local ownership group comprised of a consortium of business owners has purchased a majority stake in the team resulting in 100% local ownership. The new ownership group is committed to maintaining the Drayton […]