What an NCAA rule change might mean for junior hockey in Sask.
Nov 18, 2024
Previously, WHL players were declared ineligible to play NCAA hockey in the U.S.
A new lease agreement for the Brandt Centre at Evraz Place was reached Friday between Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) and Regina Pats ownership group Queen City Sports and Entertainment Group (QCSEG).
In a news release, Mark Allan, REAL President and CEO said “we’re pleased to see this positive step forward and look forward to building our partnership with the Pats ownership group.”
Regina Pats Governor Anthony Marquart said “we are pleased that a new lease arrangement has been struck. We are also looking forward to making our 2018 MasterCard Memorial Cup bid presentation led by the Chairperson, Shaun Semple. The prospects of celebrating our 100th birthday and the 100th Memorial Cup in the same year is indeed a momentous occasion for hockey fans.”
Pats President Todd Lumbard said in a statement “both parties are pleased with where we are today. Achieving a new lease arrangement is positive for our organization. We continue to move forward and focus on the future.”
No details were released regarding the agreement, however, it is based on WHL mid-market guidelines.