Winnipeg, MB – PLAY Hockey and Sask Lotteries agree on sponsorship to fuel the continued growth of youth hockey in Saskatchewan through support of the following Girls and Boys team events.

Queen City Challenger

Girls Event

April 10, 2025, to April 13, 2025

Regina, Saskatchewan

Gordie Howe Memorial

Boys Event

May 16, 2025, to May 19, 2025

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

The Sask Lotteries sponsorship program supports sport, culture and recreation organizations planning local, regional and national events within Saskatchewan. These events are another way that lottery proceeds make a positive impact and contribute to lively, vibrant communities across the province.

“PLAY Hockey believes in the importance of growing the game in all markets and has a proud history in Saskatchewan so it was a natural fit to partner with Sask Lotteries” said Rhys van Kemenade, PLAY Hockey’s Chief Hockey Officer. “Both organizations share the same values and we are excited to work together to bring first class girls and boys youth hockey events to the communities of Regina and Saskatoon.”

About PLAY Hockey

PLAY Hockey is a global leader in youth hockey events, teams, tours and development programs. Headquartered in Winnipeg, MB with regional operations across North America and Europe, the company is growing the game for male and female players of all skill levels at over 110 annual events in seven countries. PLAY Hockey is focused on providing best-in-class experiences for players, families, and community partners. The organization provides opportunities for young players to build friendships, have fun, and create family memories that last a lifetime. Learn more at www.playhockey.com or follow us on all social media platforms at @playhockeyna.

About Sask Lotteries

For more than 50 years Sask Lotteries has been the main fundraiser for more than 12,000 sport, culture and recreation groups in communities across the province! Since 1974, through an agreement with the Government of Saskatchewan, lottery sales in Saskatchewan have been used to provide more than $1.4 billion to support athletes from the grassroots level to the international stage, connect youth to artistic experiences, help residents experience the beauty of the parks that cover the province and so much more. Learn more about lottery beneficiaries, as well as games, jackpots, winning numbers and more at sasklotteries.ca.