Boys Conference Bball

After one of the most successful regular seasons in recent memory, the RJC boys basketball team bowed out in the conference playoffs to their rival VCA.  In an unfortunate twist of events, RJC was pitted against one of only two teams they lost to the entire year in the first round.  Despite their hard play, the boys were unable to earn the victory in what turned out to be a very physical contest.  The final score was 68-58 for the Lions.  The RJC boys can still hold their heads high after sporting a final record of 19-4 on the season, and seeing significant improvements in their level of play.  Thanks to all the parents, students, and fans who came out to support us throughout the season, and of course to our photographer Bev.  We will be back strong again next season.

Parker in transition.

Mikey lays it in.

Dan clears the glass.

Jordan and Luke double down in the post.

Luke drives hard to the cup.

Luke blows by his man.

Jordan in the heart of the D.

David puts one back.

Evan clearing the paint.

The bench looks on.

Coach Joel surveys the action.

Our loyal fans!

Girls Conference BBall

The ladies won their basketball conference playoffs this weekend at Stobart School in Duck Lake. Their first game was a big win against Blaine Lake/Hafford. Their final game was a physical one versus Stobart, but our ball handling and smart passes prevailed! The girls will head to regional playoffs this weekend. Good Luck!

Emily checks for Hillary, our guard.

Hailey looks for an opportunity to drive it home.

Kirstin goes for the rebound.

Hillary pushes past Blaine Lake's defence.

Tracy takes a look for a smart pass.

Laurel crashes the boards.

Nicole and Emily eye up the rebound.

Long-arms Alannah steals the ball.

Wheat Kings Midget Champions

The Rosthern Midget Wheat Kings finished their season in fine style winning the SVMHL League and Playoff Championships with a convincing 2-0 series win over Aberdeen.  The Wheat Kings dominated their league with an undefeated regular season and playoff record.  Overall, the team only lost two games all season!

The Wheat King season was a success not only because of their won-loss record and first place finish.  It was a season of hard work, discipline, strong team play and good effort.  The players are to be commended for their willingness to work as a team and for their commitment to good sportsmanship!  Way to go!!!

Tyler pins his check against the boards.

Sam locks on to the Aberdeen forward, preventing him from advancing.  Penalty for holding perhaps?

Brenden lets loose a shot from the slot.

Michael fires a "one timer" on goal as linemate Brenden looks on.

Jared mixes it up with the Aberdeen forward along the boards as they battle for position.

Paul winds up and fires a slapshot from the point.

Brenden out hustles the Aberdeen forward to the puck along the boards.

Ryan beats the Aberdeen defenceman to the outside as he carries the puck into the Aberdeen zone.

Luke stickhandles past the Aberdeen forward, carrying the puck out of harm's way.

Boys Basketball Wraps up Regular Season and Prepares for Playoffs

The boys basketball team wraps up their regular season tonight (Mar. 8) with a home game against Waldheim.  The boys currently sport a record of 18-4 on the season and recently took home their 3rd tournament championship at Prince Albert Collegiate Institute this past weekend.  On Saturday, April 12, the boys travel to VCA for the conference championships, where they need to finish top 2 to move onto the regional round the following weekend.  The conference semi-final tips off at 11:45 am, featuring our RJC boys facing the VCA Lions.

Evan finds Dan in the Paint

Evan and Jordan Crash the Boards

Luke skies for the rebound.

Jordan looks to pass out of a double team in the post.

Girls Basketball vs SCS

The girls won this game versus SCS and  headed into the weekend of Hague's tournament strong. After a couple of hard games and a couple of injuries, the team still managed to win the tournament. This weekend the girls will head to Stobart to duke it out in the conference play-offs.

Nicole for two points.

Emily protects the ball.

Hard D!

Alannah is on the ball.

Kayla protects her space.

 Tracy Crashing the boards!

Laurel takes a shot.

Kirstin with the set shot.

Hailey passes it to Kirstin.

Hillary goes for a drive.

Curling

The RJC boys curling team stopped at the Red Bull gas station in Radisson to refuel on their way to Regionals on Feb. 18 & 19 in Neilburg.  It was an important stop.  'Rubbing the bull's head is considered good luck', said Ryan, the coach.  But, due to heavy winds, team member Luke Z. didn't hear the coach's advice and neglected to rub the bull's head.  As a result of this unfortunate oversight the boys had some bad luck and did not advance to provincial playoffs as they hoped.  'If only I had rubbed the bull's head', lamented Luke.  'I knew I should have repeated myself in Radisson,' said coach Ryan 'I should have spoken louder.  That was a rookie coaching mistake; I know better than that.'  The misfortune continued.  Cole F. was only given a single quarter-pounder, not the double that he ordered, at the McDonald's in North Battleford.  'I was crushed,' said the dejected second, 'and I knew it was a bad omen'.  But after the team's final defeat to Ile le Crosse the team's spirits were lifted by the comforting words of their skip, Matthew H. 'Next year boys, next year'.  And so ends the 2011 curling season, a good year, and a hint of new adventures to come with four of the five members returning for the 2012 season. 

The RJC Boys Curling Team (left to right): Cole, Luke, Matthew, Ryan, Paul, and Wade