Ron Robison News Today

According to the city, a decision was made to maximize the rink’s life “and ensure that it continues to provide the greatest benefit to our community.”

“When Kelowna hosted the Memorial Cup in 2004, it really raised the bar for the standard of the event, both on and off the ice,” said Ron Robison.

WHL commissioner Ron Robison is leaving his position on Feb. 15, retiring at season’s end

Ag producers get competitive in UNLs annual TAPS program.

CALGARY — Dan Near is set to become the next commissioner of the Western Hockey League. The 43-year-old Adidas executive was introduced at a press conference today.

Dan Near was introduced as the Western Hockey Leagues next commissioner at a Calgary press conference Thursday in a move that takes the Markham, Ont., product from one side of the boardroom table to the other.

The Western Hockey League (WHL) announced on Thursday the appointment of Dan Near as the league's next commiss...

Outgoing commissioner Ron Robison saw the WHL expand from 18 to 22 teams. Incoming commissioner Dan Near says he's thrilled to join 'the best development league in the world.' 

It appears the Western Hockey League has found a new commissioner. According to TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger, the WHL is expected to name Dan Near as the successor for longtime commissioner Ron Robison on Thursday.

D.J. Smith is in his fifth season behind the bench for the Ottawa Senators. Under his watch, the club has never made the playoffs… And the club continues to disappoint year after year, even though there are so many talented players in the Ottawa lineup. He arrived when the team was rebuilding, but there’s been […]