Madden Daneault selected first overall, 50 Albertans selected at 2026 WHL Draft

CALGARY - 50 players from Alberta, participating in a Hockey Alberta/Hockey Canada sanctioned program, were selected over the course of two days at the 2026 WHL Draft.

Madden Daneault (Red Deer) was selected first overall by the Kelowna Rockets on day one of the 2026 WHL Draft. Daneault had a historic season in the Alberta Elite Hockey League, putting up a record point total of 149 points (65G-84A) during the 2025-2026 season and earning a silver medal at the U15AAA Provincial Championships with the Red Deer U15AAA Rebels. Daneault proceeded to have fantastic showing at the Alberta Cup, putting up 13 points (7G-6A) in six games for Team Alberta Black and earning an invite to the U16 Team Alberta Male Summer Camp.

Jevin Morrison (Sylvan Lake), also a member of the U15AAA Rebels, was selected fifth overall by the Wenatchee Wild. Wyatt Jolleys (Calgary - Seattle Thunderbirds), Micah Montgomery (Edmonton - Kamloops Blazers) and Fletcher MacDonald (Edmonton - Regina Pats) were picked consecutively, all landing in the top 10 of the draft. Brody Antignani (Calgary) was selected 12th by the Spokane Chiefs, and Artello Forestal (Edmonton) was selected 14th by the Lethbridge Hurricanes, leaving a total of seven players from Alberta selected in the first round.

Hockey Alberta congratulates all of their players on this milestone in their lives - to see the full list of players selected in the 2026 WHL Draft, click the button below.

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The 2026 Hockey Alberta Spring Showcase presented by Direct Energy celebrates the future of the game, it also serves as an opportunity to honour a volunteer whose impact on hockey in our communities will be felt for years to come.

This year, we proudly recognize the legacy of Theodore “Ted” Hutchings.

Ted’s life was defined by dedication, leadership, and an unwavering passion for both education and hockey. Ted built his life in Red Deer alongside his wife, Lori, and their two sons, Connor and Jeffrey. Over the course of his career, he touched the lives of countless students as a teacher, administrator, and principal. Whether at Eastview, Glendale, Grandview, Delburne, Innisfail, or Penhold Crossing, Ted was known for his commitment to helping young people grow, succeed, and find their path.

Hockey, however, was always at the heart of Ted’s story.

From his early days with the Strathcona Warriors to competing in the WHL with the Portland Winterhawks and Lethbridge Hurricanes, Ted’s love for the game ran deep. He carried that passion forward into decades of coaching with Red Deer College, Red Deer Minor Hockey, and various hockey schools. He also gave his time generously as an off-ice official with the Red Deer Rebels and at Hockey Alberta events, always finding ways to stay connected to the game and give back.

Ted believed in the power of hockey to shape character, build community, and create lifelong memories.

“Ted meant so much to the hockey community and to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. Ted was someone who gave so much to hockey, but even more to his community. He had a way of making everyone feel valued and connected through the game. We will deeply miss having him at the Spring Showcase, but naming this space ‘Hutches House’ is such a fitting tribute to the passion, energy, and generosity he brought to the rink every single day” expressed Michelle Skilnick, Manager Events for Hockey Alberta.

To honour Ted’s enduring impact and love for the game, the volunteer room at the Hockey Alberta Spring Showcase will be named Hutch’s House, a tribute to a man who gave so much to hockey, his community, and the people around him. His legacy will continue to be felt in every staff and volunteer who shares in the spirit of the game he loved so deeply.

RED DEER – Hockey Alberta has announced the 46 athletes invited to the 2026 Team Alberta Female Under 18 Summer Camp.

Six goalies,16 defence and 24 forwards born in 2009 or later have been invited to attend the camp at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in Red Deer. Players attending this camp are competing to earn a spot on Team Alberta U16 Male, who are attending the 2027 Canada Winter Games in Quebec City from March 8-14, 2027.

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Hockey Alberta previously announced the coaching staff for the U18 Female squad in February, with head coach Craig Perrett leading the way on the bench alongside assistant coaches Erin O’Toole and Izzy Cropper, and goalie coach Jamond Cardinal.

Selections were determined based on the Team Alberta scouting process throughout the 2025-2026 season. From summer camp, players continue to be scouted with their club teams until the 20 player-roster is named.

RED DEER – Hockey Alberta has announced the 80 athletes invited to the 2026 Team Alberta Male Under-16 Summer Camp.

Eight goalies, 24 defence and 48 forwards born in 2011 have been invited to attend the camp scheduled for June 30 to July 4 at the Gary W. Harris Canada Games Centre in Red Deer. Players attending this camp are competing to earn a spot on Team Alberta U16 Male, who are attending the 2027 Canada Winter Games in Quebec City from February 27 to March 6, 2027.

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Hockey Alberta previously announced the coaching staff for the U16 Male squad in February, with head coach James Poole leading the way on the bench alongside assistant coaches Ryan Allen and Jack Redlick, video coach Justin Ostertag and goalie coach Theo Zubot.

Selections were determined based on the Team Alberta scouting process throughout the 2025-2026 season and the 2026 Alberta Cup. From summer camp, a short list of players for Team Alberta is set, and players continue to be scouted with their club teams until the 20 player-roster is named.