Riley Dudar

I’m excited for the challenge! I’m very grateful for the friendships, knowledge and experiences I gained while working with the Chicago steel and Winkler Flyers I’m looking forward to what we are building here in Manitoba

@Eags37 Great topic that needs a lengthy discussion

Talent gave me a start. Hard work gave me an edge. But becoming a savage — that’s what built my career. Because talent can open doors, but it won’t keep them open. Hard work sets you apart, but only for a while. It’s the mindset — the relentless, ruthless commitment to growth, pain, and pressure — that turns potential into greatness. Anyone can start with talent. Few have the guts to become a savage.

Very proud of these guys! Coached lots of players in this group since they were little rug rats. Has been fun watching them working hard to chase their goals

OMG CONOR GEEKIE 🔥🤯 (via @TBLightning)

@BSlugocki @utahmammoth Awesome news, congrats!

Couldn’t be more excited to be joining the already great @utahmammoth coaching staff this season and for the opportunity to work alongside the players and staff in such an incredible training facility. #tusksup🦣

Where Are They Now? 👀 From 05'–08', Tyler Dittmer brought skill and leadership to the Wheat Kings lineup. Now he’s giving back to the game as Director of Player Development & Mentorship (WCHA) and Skills Coach with the Wheat Kings 🏒🧠 Once a Wheat King, always a Wheat King 💛🖤

@BoltsBreakdown I can

Can you imagine a world where Conor Geekie is a dominant force in the NHL? I kinda see him comparable to Leon Draisaitl (size and skating): Draisaitl: 6’2 209lb L Geekie: 6’4 207lb L

Time’s ticking — just a couple weeks left until we welcome the WCHA Class of 25/26, and there’s still time to join. Become a WCHA student and train where school and sport actually work together. Registration is open for fall — hockey and golf programs, limited spots left!

Do you know the five elements of a good practice design? In this fantastic @IIHFHockey Coaching Symposium presentation, @usahockey’s @hmannix14 introduces non-negotiable elements of successful practice design. FULL VIDEO: hubs.la/Q03CR4K70

Well deserved Hayley!

Where Are They Now? 👀 From 2013–2017, Tyler Coulter brought grit and energy to the Wheat Kings lineup. He was just signed by Ferencvárosi TC in the ICEHL, continuing his pro career overseas! 🏒✈️ Once a Wheat King, always a Wheat King 💛🖤

Release, retrievals and quick strike offence

Next time your watching hockey practice, here are a few things to consider

“Your job is to make them love the game.” Rob Hutson has 4 boys playing high level hockey, including Lane who just won the Calder trophy as the NHL’s best rookie, Quinn who signed with Edmonton, and Cole who just led Team USA to a gold at World Juniors. His statement above is a big part of the reason why.

Grateful for another top notch @HockeyCanada experience. This time, for the national u17 camp running skills sessions for team white and black with this crew of beauties.

Challenging some agility and quickness this week while focusing on some puck protection, net drives and attacking.

Congratulations to #9 Jaxon Jacobson and #84 Giorgos Pantelas on being selected to attend Hockey Canada’s prestigious U18 Program of Excellence summer camp! We’re proud to see these two standouts represent Wheat Kings Country on the national stage! 💛🖤

More simple stuff from JR / College / Pro this week

"Skill is execution under pressure." Hear more from Coach Sullivan in the Creating Learning Environments continuing education course on the USA Hockey Learning Center. 👉 lms.usahockeylearningcenter.com