ASSINIBOIA — Sept. 7 was a big event at Southland Co-op Centre in Assiniboia. A tailgate party to watch the Banjo Bowl was accompanied by a beer gardens, Bud’s BBQ food truck, and lawn games.
The outdoor activity led up to the sold-out Western Hockey League pre-season game featuring the Moose Jaw Warriors and the Regina Pats.
“We had a sold-out crowd, the facility was full of great energy for the pre-season games,” Stephanie VanDeSype, Assiniboia’s recreation and wellness manager said.
“Both teams appreciated the crowd and had a fantastic time playing here. The Pats pulled off the win. Both teams went upstairs following the game to sign autographs for the fans.”
Hockey wasn’t the only entertainment provided as an inflatable three-legged race took place during the first intermission that had the crowd roaring in laughter at the expense of the eight men dressed as either a dinosaur, chicken, shark or unicorn.
“The crowd had a great night, the compliments were many on our facility, our ice, the food, drinks and service received.”
VanDeSype says they are thankful Moose Jaw Warriors chose Assiniboia to host a pre-season game and they are hopeful the team considers doing this again to kick off the 2025-2026 season.
