DRAYTON VALLEY, AB — The Drayton Valley Thunder are pleased to announce the appointment of Marshall Plandowski as Assistant Director of Player Personnel, effective immediately. Plandowski brings hockey experience, business expertise, and an analytics-driven approach to support the Thunder’s player identification, recruiting, and development efforts. Currently a Marketing Analyst supporting Western Canadian oil and gas […]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Drayton Valley Thunder & the Town of Drayton Valley Announce $1 Million Naming Rights Investment for Team Auction Centre Drayton Valley, Alberta — June 30, 2026 — The Drayton Valley Thunder, in partnership with the Town of Drayton Valley and the Drayton Valley Community Foundation (DVCF), are proud to announce a transformative […]

THUNDER HOME OPENER! The wait is over! Thunder hockey returns to the Team Auctions Centre on Sunday, September 20th at 2:00 PM as the Drayton Valley Thunder battle the Calgary Canucks in the 2026-27 Home Opener! Pre-Game Ceremony Drayton Valley Thunder vs. Calgary Canucks Nelson Bros Arena (Team Auctions Centre) Puck Drop: 2:00 PM Be […]

The Drayton Valley Thunder would like to welcome Hayden Duncan to the Thunder organization. Hayden was recently acquired from the Milton Menace of the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL). During the 2025-26 season, Hayden appeared in seven games, posting a 2.67 goals-against average and a .899 save percentage.   We are excited to add Hayden […]

Congratulations to Thunder alumnus Jordan Martinook and the Carolina Hurricanes on becoming Stanley Cup Champions. Your journey is a reflection of what this program stands for — work ethic, resilience, and earning everything. Once a Thunder. Always a Thunder. #ThunderPride #BuiltHere #StanleyCup

The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) have completed a trade with the Weyburn Red Wings of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL), acquiring a Player Development Fee in exchange for 2008-born forward Nash Nicolay.   The Drayton Valley Thunder would like to thank Nash for his commitment and contributions to […]

The Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) is proud to announce the Inter Pipeline AJHL All-Academic Team for the 2025-26 season. The All-Academic Team recognizes players regarded as having commendable dedication to their studies at either the high school or post-secondary level, along with a grade score reflective of their academic success. Players selected to the […]

Who’s ready for another Thunder hockey season?! 🏒⚡️   Get your Early Bird Thunder Season Tickets while they’re on sale until May 31st, 2026! For more information, contact the Thunder Office at (780) 542-7845 or by email at Leah.emmett@draytonvalleythunder.ca

AJHL Announces Bunge Salute to Service Award Recipients The Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) and Bunge are pleased to announce the recipients of the 2025-26 Salute to Service Awards, which recognize individuals for their service and commitment to the AJHL. This year’s recipients were nominated by their respective team for long-standing volunteerism that has spanned […]

The Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) today announced the 2025-26 Bunge AJHL All-League Teams as selected by the General Managers and Coaches of the Alberta Junior Hockey League. The selected teams include one goalie, two defencemen and three forwards from each division. Bunge AJHL North Division All-League Team G     Brendan Gee – Fort McMurray Oil […]