Hutcheon Named SMAAAHL November Goalie of the Month

PHOTO: Wanda Harron Photography After a November to remember for Evan Hutcheon and the Innovex Estevan Bears, the 17-year-old netminder has been recognized by the league for his strong play. Hutcheon was named the ‘Goalie of the Month’ after backstopping the Bears to a (7-0-0-1) record in 8 appearances in November. Hutcheon posted a sterling […]

Schmidt; Boehm Star As Point Streak Continues

PHOTO: Wanda Harron Photography The Innovex Estevan Bears have started December the same way they dominated November: scoring goals, winning games and climbing the SMAAAHL standings. The Bears entered last week on a 10-game point streak and after three more contests, including a showdown against the league-leaders and defending national champions, the streak is now […]

Bears Finish First Half Riding A 10-Game Point Streak

After the first 22 games, it’s been a tale of two seasons so far for the Innovex Estevan Bears. The Bears have reached the midway point of the 2025/26 regular season as the calendar flips to December with an overall record of (11-9-0-2). After a slow start with only 3 wins in their first 12 […]

Former Bears Defenceman To Play In World Junior A Challenge

Less than two years since starring with the Innovex Estevan Bears, standout defenceman Thomas Ries will wear the Maple Leaf at the World Junior A Challenge this December. Ries, who is currently a top defenceman in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) with the Yorkton Terriers, was one of six SJHL players named to Team […]

Bears Hot: SMAAAHL Monday Confidential

Photo: Wanda Harron Photography BY Jonathan Huntington (Originally posted on SMAAAHL website) SASKATOON – The Estevan Innovex Bears started the year with three wins in 12 games. The dressing room didn’t crumble. The sky didn’t fall. The ship didn’t sink. “You got to give the guys credit,” said Estevan head coach Ryan Pilon. “They stayed […]

Bears Gameday 50/50…Every Home Game!

You can support the Innovex Estevan Bears (and WIN CASH!) from anywhere in Saskatchewan anytime the Bears play a home game in the 2025/26 season! Purchase tickets by following the link below. Tickets can be purchased anytime on the day of the game until the 2nd intermission (approximately 1.5 hours after the game’s scheduled start). […]

Gunner Moore Becomes Franchise Leader In Points

Gunner Moore is now the all-time leader in points for the Innovex Estevan Bears! 👏 The Bears’ current captain had three points during the October 29th 7-2 win over Yorkton, giving him a total of 94 PTS (42G, 52A) in 102 regular season games. His 1st period goal moved Moore past the previous leader and […]

Bears Part of Inaugural Saskatchewan Hockey Classic

BY Jonathan Huntington (Originally Posted on SMAAAHL Website) SASKATOON – The inaugural U18AAA Saskatchewan Hockey Classic tournament is set for December 26-31 at Merlis Belsher Place in Saskatoon. The new tournament – which is designed to showcase U18AAA players at a world-class facility in Saskatoon – will debut with teams from Saskatchewan, Manitoba and Alberta. […]

Strong Support At Bears Scramble Golf Tournament

The Innovex Estevan Bears teed up the 2025/26 season on a beautiful fall day with their annual Scramble Golf Tournament at the TS&M Woodlawn Golf Club. With 24 teams and 94 golfers, including the Bears’ players and coaches, there was a great turnout ahead of the new year. Thanks to our sponsors for helping put […]

Estevan Bears Proud of Strong Bid for 2026 TELUS Cup West Regionals; Regina Selected as Host

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Estevan, SK – The Innovex Estevan Bears U18 AAA Hockey Club is proud of the strong bid submitted to host the 2026 TELUS Cup West Regionals, despite the announcement that the Regina Pat Canadians have been awarded hosting rights. Regina’s successful submission secured $80,000 in funding support, including $50,000 in corporate sponsorships, […]