The Sherwood Park Crusaders are entering the 2025-26 BCHL season with momentum after back-to-back pre-season wins. Article content

Led by their new captain, defenceman Stevie Grumley, the team defeated the Spruce Grove Saints 6-1 on Wednesday, Sept. 10 and edged the Blackfalds Bulldogs 3-2 on Saturday, Sept. 13, avenging two earlier pre-season losses. The Crusaders finished exhibition with a 2-2 record. Article content Article content

There have been a few changes since the last time you saw the Crusaders. Brennan Menard now serves as both head coach and general manager, the team has welcomed a wave of young talented players, and Stevie Grumley has stepped into his new role as captain.

“It’s a huge honour,” said Grumley when asked what it meant to be named captain. “Playing

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