2025-26 Thunder Captain’s Announced

The Drayton Valley Thunder are proud to present the 2025-26 Leadership Group.   From left to right: Assistant Captain #16 Daniel Zhou, Assistant Captain #29 Dryden Tomkow, Captain #28 Billy Hooson and Assistant Captain #11 Jack Sears.

’07 goaltender Hudson Perry signs in WHL with the Brandon Wheat Kings.

The Drayton Valley Thunder are proud to share that ‘07 goaltender Hudson Perry has signed with the Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL)!   The Sexsmith native suited up in 16 games for the Thunder during the 2024/25 season, posting an impressive 0.899 save percentage between the pipes.   Congrats, Hudson! We can’t wait to watch you […]

Drayton Valley Thunder Acquire Forward Will Jamieson from Camrose Kodiaks

DRAYTON VALLEY, AB – The Drayton Valley Thunder have completed a trade with the Camrose Kodiaks, acquiring 2006-born forward Will Jamieson in exchange for forward Tucker Tullikopf. Jamieson, a native of Delburne, brings an offensive skill set and much-needed experience to the Thunder lineup. Jamieson is known for his speed, offensive ability, and for playing […]

Drayton Valley Thunder Sign Local Product Cohen Carter for Upcoming Season 

 Drayton Valley Thunder Sign Local Product Cohen Carter for Upcoming Season  DRAYTON VALLEY, AB – The Drayton Valley Thunder are proud to announce the signing of Drayton Valley native, Cohen Carter, for the upcoming 2025-2026 AJHL season. The 2007-born right-handed defenseman has committed to playing for his hometown team, bringing his skill and passion to […]

Drayton Valley Thunder Acquire Forward Loughlan McMullan

Drayton Valley Thunder Acquire Forward Loughlan McMullan Drayton Valley, AB – The Drayton Valley Thunder have acquired 2007-born, left-handed forward Loughlan McMullan from the Northern Manitoba Blizzard of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) in exchange for a player development fee. McMullan, a 6’0″ player from Brandon, MB, has a championship pedigree.  Last season with the Blizzard, he […]

Thunder Announce Five-Year Lease Extension with Town of Drayton Valley

 Thunder Announce Five-Year Lease Extension with Town of Drayton Valley  DRAYTON VALLEY, AB – August 13, 2025 – The Drayton Valley Thunder are excited to announce a five-year lease extension with the Town of Drayton Valley for the Omniplex facilities. This agreement secures the Thunder’s home ice until the 2029-2030 hockey season, solidifying the team’s […]

Drayton Valley Thunder name Mark Mogus as Equipment Manager

DRAYTON VALLEY THUNDER NAME MARK MOGUS AS EQUIPMENT MANAGER DRAYTON VALLEY, AB – August 5, 2025 – The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) are excited to announce Mark Mogus as the team’s Equipment Manager, effective immediately. The equipment manager role is new to the Thunder organization.  Mogus brings a strong […]

Drayton Valley Thunder Announce Desiree Koggel as Head Athletic Therapist

Drayton Valley Thunder Announce Desiree Koggel as Head Athletic Therapist DRAYTON VALLEY, AB – August 1st, 2025 – The Drayton Valley Thunder are thrilled to announce Desiree Koggel as the team’s new Head Athletic Therapist effective August 1, 2025. This appointment, aligning with recent key hires of GM/Head Coach Jeff Truitt and Assistant GM/Assistant Coach […]

Daryl Winter Promoted to Director of Player Personnel

Daryl Winter Promoted to Director of Player Personnel for the Drayton Valley Thunder Drayton Valley, AB – July 24th, 2025 – The Drayton Valley Thunder is pleased to announce the promotion of Daryl Winter to the role of Director of Player Personnel, effective immediately, replacing the outgoing Scott Pimblott. Winter has been an integral part […]

Thunder acquire ’06 defenseman Keston Beagle from the Canmore Eagles

The Drayton Valley Thunder are thrilled to announce the acquisition of 2006 born defenseman Keston Beagle from the Canmore Eagles. Beagle was acquired earlier this month in a trade that sent 2005 born defenseman Reid Larson to Canmore. The Thunder extend a warm welcome to Keston and his family who hail from just down the […]