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Official Twitter of the Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League | '02 AJHL Champions. Celebrating 25 years. #ThunderRolls #Capturethenorth
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Happy Birthday Parker💚💛
We will be forever grateful to have had you as a part of our Thunder Family. Forever in our hearts
#PT31
#HumboltStrong
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Drayton Valley Thunder appoint new Head Coach and GM.
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The entire Thunder team loaded the bus this past Monday and headed to the city to see Associate Coach Bill Rotheisler in the hospital. This visit was great one for the team as well for Bill. It definitely lifted Bill's spirits.
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Eric Ward solid between the pipes tonight, earned him the Team MVP!
Eric had a first of many’s in tonight’s first playoff game.
Not only did he get his first playoff game win, he got his first playoff overtime win and his first shutout!
Congratulations Eric!
#Thunderrolls
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The Drayton Valley Thunder Family is deeply saddened to hear of Parker Tobin’s passing in the horrific bus crash in Saskatchewan. Parker Tobin was a member of the Drayton Valley Thunder Junior A Hockey Family for the 2016-2017 season.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder are pleased and proud to announce the extension of Eric Thurston’s contract as our Head Coach & GM.
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It is official! Coach Eric Thurston delivered the papers to Luke Lush to sign making it official for Luke to play at Scared Heart University in Fairfield, Connecticut. Luke plans on heading to Connecticut to join his new team, the Pioneers in August. Good Luck Luke!
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Congratulations to Thunder Head Coach/GM Eric Thurston on being nominated for the
@finningcanada
AJHL Coach of the Year. Joining him are finalists, Ryan Papaioannou (Brooks Bandits), Kevin Hasselberg (Drumheller Dragons), & Rick Swan (Bonnyville Pontiacs)
#ThunderRolls
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the AJHL are excited to announce the signing from, Sherwood Park Alberta 2004 forward Jack Silverberg.
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Congratulations to
#44
@BlochaTyler
who scored his first
#AJHL
goal tonight.
Tyler also picked up tonight’s Team Star ⭐️ and received a $25.00 gift certificate from White Bull Cafe.
Thank you to Sam and his staff at The for the generous donation.
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Signing Alert!🚨
The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are proud to announce that ‘04 Goaltender Jari Kykkanen has signed a Letter of Intent for the 2021/22 season.
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With all the tragedy, it’s good to hear some positive news. We’re thinking of you
@LittleSmitty269
Injured Humboldt Broncos' Tyler Smith able to 'talk and swallow'
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The Drayton Valley Thunder is devastated by the sudden passing of Owner Monte Waronek.
Our sincerest condolences go out to Cindy and the Waronek family.
Further information on funeral services will be shared when available.
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Drayton Valley Thunder Board are excited to welcome 2 new Members, Leighton Grey and Grant Fuhr.
Welcome to the Drayton Valley Thunder Organization!
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DV Thunders
#23
Rylan Brown, son of former NHL
@EdmontonOilers
Sean Brown, celebrates Black History Month by wearing a pair of Bauer custom graphic skates honouring the life and achievements of Hockey Legend and first Black NHL player Willie O'Ree.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the AJHL are proud to announce defenceman
@Brett_bamber
from St Albert, Alberta has been named team Captain for the 2021-22 season.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the AJHL are pleased to announce that Captain Kabe Bleay has committed to Iowa State University for the 2021-2022 season.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder are very pleased to announce the hiring of Eric Thurston as our New Head Coach & GM
#AJHL
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Stay strong Parker! We are all thinking of you and your teammates
#PrayersForHumboldt
This is one of the hardest posts I have ever had to make. Parker is stable at the moment and being airlifted to Saskatoon hospital. Thank you all for your kind words and messages. Please continue to pray for his Humboldt family.
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Congratulations to our Captain
@Brett_bamber
with his commitment to
@UAAHockey
for the 2022/2023 season.
Congrats Brett Bamber (
@Brett_bamber
) on committing to
@UAAHockey
. You earned this Brett.
@DVThunder
@TheAJHL
@serdachnyhockey
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Currently with the
@HumboldtBroncos
and former players of the
@DVThunder
are Tyler Smith and Parker Tobin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your teammates and families.
#PrayersForHumboldt
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Thunder win round 1!!!!!
Thunder win Game 6 and Round 1 of the 2020 Inter Pipeline AJHL playoffs.
For the 2nd time in the series Eric Ward picked up tonight’s game star.
Was a hard fought series vs
@BPontiacs
Thunder are moving onto Round 2,
details will be announced shortly
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are proud to announce 03 forward Joe
Kelly (Eau Claire, WI) has signed with the team for the 2021/22 season.
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Thunder win game 2 of the 7 game series vs
@bpontiacsjra
That means the The Thunder are coming home for games 3 & 4 Wednesday March 4th and Thursday March 5th up 2-0 In round 1 of the playoffs!
Game times are 7:00pm at the Omniplex.
Bring the family!
#Thunderrolls
#Playoffs
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Eric ward getting ready for Game ✌️
Puck drop 5:00pm
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the AJHL is excited to announce the signing of St. Albert Raiders forward
@tyhodge11
For more —->
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The Drayton Valley Thunder announce that Sean Brown is appointed Interim Head Coach & General Manager, effective immediately.
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Signing Alert!
The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are proud to announce that ‘05 Defenseman Rylan Brown has signed a Letter of Intent for the 2021/22 season.
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Tonight in the big 2-0 win over the
@WolverinesJrA
goaltender
#70
@ericward70
got his 1st regular season shutout!
#DVT
#ajhl
#congratseric
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It is with a heavy heart we share this news. You may have noticed we have been missing Associate Coach Bill Rotheisler behind the bench the past few games. Please help us pull together to help Bill on this journey. We're rooting for you, Boots!!
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Congratulations to
#4
Jesse Pomeroy who played his 150th AJHL Career game tonight in Lloydminster vs the
@lloydbobcats
#150
#AJHL
#Thunder
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Congrats to Thunder goaltender Luke Lush on being named as one of the finalists for the AJHL’s Most Valuable Player of the 2018-19 season! He joins other finalists, Dylan Holloway (Okotoks Oilers), William Lemay (Brooks Bandits), & Reed Morison (Fort Mac Oil Barons)
#ThunderRolls
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Big night tonight in Grande Prairie for Defenseman
#22
Adam Oates , he scored his 1st AJHL goal.
Congrats Adam!
#Thunderrolls
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The Thunder are excited to introduce you to our 6 new players joining our active roster for the remainder of the 2020/2021 season.
#DVThunder
#ajhl
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We would like to congratulate Thunders goalie coach
@chryniw
and Fiancé Kelsey on their engagement. 💍
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Happy birthday goes out today to Thunder's Head Coach and General Manager Eric Thurston.
Happy birthday Eric!
#DVT
#thunderbirthday
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Thank you to our 20-year-olds for your dedication and commitment on the ice and making us proud of your contributions in the community.
We wish you all all the best in your future endeavors.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder are pleased to introduce you to our New Head Coach and GM Jeff Shantz.
Jeff Shantz former NHL player, comes from Edge Academy where he has coached for the past 5 seasons.
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Congratulations to tonight’s Star of the game and also winning his first AJHL game Thunders goaltender
#30
@LoganFalk31
.
Congratulations Logan and great game!
Thank you to our player of the game sponsor Khal's Steakhouse and Lounge.
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Thank you to all the players and their families that visited Leduc this weekend for the Thunder Spring ID camp.
Thunder’s main camp will take place August 20th on home ice in Drayton Valley.
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Congratulations to Thunder goaltender
@aboylukelush
on committing to
@SHUHockey
! Luke was a key component to our success this season. Thank you for your dedication and best of luck from your Thunder family!
#ThunderRolls
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Today we said good bye to Associate Coach & GM Matt Keillor.
Matt has accepted a position as an Assistant Coach with the Swift Current Broncos in the WHL.
We would like to thank Matt for all he did for the Thunder & our community. We wish Matt and his family all the best.
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The Thunders season has come to an end this evening after a 1-0 lose to Spruce Grove
This is the first time in 17 years the Thunder made it to the North Division Finals. The Thunder Organization are proud of the players & the coaching staff for all their hard work & dedication
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Wisconsin center signs with the Thunder!
The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are proud to announce that 03
forward Drew Sutton has signed for the 2021/22 season.
For more information click the link below:
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Thunder Name New Associate Coach and Assistant General Manager
The Thunder are pleased to announce they have hired Bill Rotheisler to the position Associate Coach and Assistant General Manager.
For more please click the link below:
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are pleased to announce the signing of '05 born 6'2" 182 lbs Defenseman from International Hockey Academy Kyle Federico.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey is pleased to announce the signing of 2003 born defensemen Ethan Casper.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder are pleased to announce the hiring of Geoff Walker as our new Head Coach and Hockey Operations General Manager, effective immediately.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are pleased to announce the Commitment of Defensemen Adam Oates to
@TWUHockey
of U-Sports.
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A NEW annual tradition has been started at this years Thunder Team Awards.
This seasons Captain
@Brett_bamber
has handed over the "C" to fellow friend and teammate
#18
@kadynchabot
naming him Captain for the upcoming 2022/23 season.
Congratulations Kadyn!
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Finishing up his 3rd season with The Thunder and being named this years Captain,
#4
Jesse Pomeroy is this years recipient of the Top Defenseman Award 🏆
Pomeroy this fall will be playing NCAA Div l Hockey for the Niagara Purple Eagles at Niagara University
Congratulations Jesse!
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are proud to announce that '05 Defenseman Justice Christensen has signed with the team for the 2022/2023 season.
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Congratulations to
#1
Jackson Berry on your 1st AJHL shutout.
#congratsjackson
#AJHL
#Thunder
#firstshutout
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Congratulations to
@wardo____31
for being selected for the AJHL 2019-2020 Viterra North All-Rookie Team.
#Thunderrolls
#AJHL
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Tyler Blocha commits to University of Northern Michigan for 2023/2024 season.
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We may not have a fancy neon light like our good friends the
@AJHLBulldogs
but we do have the best fire pit in the
#AJHL
to relax enjoy the long weekend by. 🔥
#cheers
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Our thoughts are prayers are with the players, families And staff of the
@HumboldtBroncos
organization.
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Congratulations to
@dkernie10
for scoring his 1st AJHL goal in today’s game against the
@sgsaints
.
#DVT
#AJHL
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So great to see
@LittleSmitty269
is out of the hospital
"He’s a wonderful human being": Humboldt Bronco who survived crash surprises supporters at Leduc hockey game
#SmittyStrong
#HumboldtStrong
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Assistant Captain Jeremy Klessens played his 275th career AJHL game vs The Bonnyville Pontiacs this past Monday.
Congratulations Jeremy!
#275games
#Thunderrolls
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are pleased to announce the signing of ’04 born 6’2 175lbs Goalie from the NWCAA U18 AAA Flames Logan Falk.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder are excited to introduce our new bus “Monte’s Express”.
The players are heading down south on a 3 game road trip this weekend and what better way is there to send them off.
Thank you to Sign-Tific for the amazing job you did on the bus.
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The Drayton Valley thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are excited to announce the signings of 2002 forward Daniel Kernaghan and 2002 defenceman Langley Kruggel.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder are pleased to announce the return of Head Coach/GM Corey Bricknell.
Joining Corey on the bench is Assistant Coach/Assistant GM Joey McEwan and Assistant Coach Kabe Bleay.
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are pleased to announce that Forward Ethan Browne has committed to the University of Western Ontario Mustangs for the upcoming 2022/2023 season.
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The guys surprised
@JackBeelby
with a brand new Thunder jacket today before heading off in style to today’s game in Lloydminster.
Thank you
@JackBeelby
for all you do and making sure the team arrives safe and sound to all their games.
#Thunderrolls
#bestbusdriver
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Congratulations to
#7
Reilly McKinnon for scoring his 1st AJHL goal.
Not only did Reilly score his 1st AJHL Goal but scored his 2nd and received the Star of The Game ⭐️
#congratsReilly
#AJHL
#firstofmain
#Thunder
.
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Not a sight we usually see. Following a serious on-ice injury, the boys stand together to say good luck to one of our best as he is taken away by stretcher in Olds. We will have more information to follow once the proper people have been notified. Thank you to everyone who helped
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The Thunder Organization would like to wish The
@HumboldtBroncos
good luck tonight at their season Home Opener.
💛💚💛💚
Our thoughts and support are with you and the Hawks tonight.
#Humboldtstrong
#ForeverInOurHearts
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Who’s excited for the Hockey season to start!
You know it’s getting close when the lines are starting to go down and ice logos will be on in a few days!
Hockey can’t come soon enough!
#letsgettheseasonstartedalready
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the Alberta Junior Hockey League are proud to announce 02 forward Mason Marcellus has committed to play Division I hockey for the University of Alaska Fairbanks.
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It was a night for our rookies tonight congratulations to Thunder’s goaltender
@EthanKadatz
on his first
#AJHL
win.
#DVT
#AJHL
#Thunderrolls
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The Drayton Valley Thunder of the AJHL are proud to announce the signing of 2004 6'1 forward from Sherwood Park Alberta Matthew Langdon.
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Congratulations to Thunder’s Goaltender
@ericward70
for being Alberta
@Ford
Dealers Defensive Player of the week!
Goaltender Eric Ward
@DVThunder
posted a 2-0 record over the weekend and helped out offensively with an assist as well 🥅 The Alberta
@Ford
Dealers Defensive Player of the Week leads the AJHL in save percentage at .922%
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Jeremy Klessens commits to Trinity Western University to play for the Spartans in upcoming 2020-2021 season
@TWUHockey
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The Drayton Valley Thunder are pleased to announce that forward Grayson Reid has committed to Concordia University.
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Let’s start with our first award of the day!!
Most Valuable Player for the 2019/2020 season goes to Assistant Captain
#21
Jeremy Klessens.
Congratulations Jeremy 🏆
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Heres your chance to meet our newly named captain! Jesse Pomeroy will dawn the 'C' this year for the Drayton Valley Thunder!
Hit the link to see the full interview!
#AJHL
#rollThunder
#captaincaptaincaptain
#hammertime
#bringtheThunder
#getupDV
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WE ARE BACK!!!
#gameon
Alberta Junior Hockey League Granted Approval for Return to Play
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