Submitted article.
As with many organizations, finances and active volunteers are always at a premium.
The Yorkton Harvest AAA Hockey Club reached a point where their dressing room, in the Farrell Agencies Arena, needed a complete makeover.
Thanks to the volunteer efforts of team trainer Johnny Ronn and the ideas of former player and assistant coach Lee Rusnak, a completely new look for the room is ready for this year's team.
With the financial assistance of the Gallagher Center, Deneschuk Homes and Integrity Builders the walls are repainted, new and improved flooring was been installed and new stalls for the players' equipment have been constructed and put in place.
The crowning touch is a "Wall of Fame" that honours the people who have brought glory to our franchise. Two team pictures are honored, The 1993 Air Canada Cup Champions and the 2003 League Champions who were national semi-finalists.
The "Wall" includes photos of team founder Reg Kachanowski. Also included are Al Harrison, Coach of the 1993 Air Canada Cup Champions and longtime equipment manager Scoop Hansen, and Brad Harrison, former trainer, who now works as the assistant equipment manager for the Edmonton Oilers.
The young members of our team are amazed and motivated by the 10 former players who made it to the NHL. Pictured on the wall are Tim Cheveldae, Peter Schaefer, Darcy Hordichuk, Chris Kunitz, Nick Schultz, Nolan Schaefer, Matt Zaba, Tanner Glass, Riley Armstrong and Brett Carson.
The Harvest organization is quite proud of its history. Many fans are unaware of the sucess the team has had. It's possible that this year's team may include a future NHLer.
For $6 per game or a $80 for a season ticket (22 games) hockey fans are guaranteed some entertaining hockey played by young men who are "living the dream". We look forward to seeing you in the rink.
The regular season begins September 28 against the Notre Dame Hounds.
On a final note, the Harvest are still looking for three billet homes for players. Anyone who might be able to help should call Garth at 783-0789 or 641-6200.
