OLDS GRIZZLYS 2021 ROSTER Update
The 2021 Olds Grizzlys roster is now set for the upcoming cohort games being played March to May 2021. The roster can be seen on our website at www.oldsgrizzlys.com .
Changes to the roster are as follows:
Leaving the Grizzlys
Captain Josh McNeil – Josh has been the longest serving Grizzly in the Friends of the Grizzlys Ownership era. Josh has decided to retire and move into other interests which includes employment opportunity and School. Josh was the ultimate professional, leader and team first guy. Josh battled through some tough years in Olds and was always proud every time he put the Grizzlys Jersey on. Josh will be missed not only on the ice, in the dressing room but in the community of Olds as he represented the Grizzlys at many community events. We wish Josh all the best in his future and he will always be welcome back to the Sportsplex as a Grizzlys Alumni.
Brendan Rude ““ Ruder as he is known in the Dressing room and in the community has decided to retire. But even in retirement, Ruder can still be seen at the arena helping Scott Atkinson with the skill development sessions run by the Grizzlys. Ruder was the ultimate warrior and teammate who will be missed on the ice, in Dressing room and all his work in the community while representing the Grizzlys. Now a new member of the Grizzly Alumni, we wish Ruder all the best in his future.
Payton MacDonald-Corea ““ Payton has left the team for personal reasons for the rest of this season. Payton is expected to be back with the team for training camp in late August.
Joining the Grizzlys
Stephen Rosier ““ A forward, Stephen last season played for the Calgary Buffaloes U18AAA where he scored 8 goals, 16 assists in 31 games last season. Stephen joined the Grizzlys right before the AJHL season was put on pause. Stephen will wear jersey #22
Parker Scherr ““ Grizzlys LOI signing, Defenceman Parker Scherr, joins the Grizzlys from OHA Edmonton. Playing in 5 games this season with OHA Edmonton, Parker had 2 goals and 3 assists. Parker will wear jersey #14
Lowen Kenyon ““ A goaltender with Lloydminster U18AAA, the 16-year-old was called up to the Grizzlys as the 3rd goaltender as allowed by the AJHL & Hockey Alberta. Last season Lowen played in 19 games with Lloydminster U16AAA sporting a 1.55 GAA and .950 save%. Lowen will wear jersey #1
Watch the Grizzlys website and social media for updates on game schedule and times. Fans will not be permitted into the building but all Grizzlys games will be broadcast live on HockeyTV.
The Grizzlys wish to thank all their Sponsors, advertising partners, billet parents, parents and of course the players for their continued support during these difficult times. We hope everyone stays safe and healthy.
Go Grizzlys