Renfrew Wolves
| Renfrew Wolves | |
|---|---|
 | |
| City | Renfrew, Ontario |
| League | CCHL |
| Division | Robinson |
| Founded | 2020 |
| Home arena | myFM Centre |
| Colours | |
| General manager | Jerrett DeFazio |
| Head coach | Jason Gould |
| Website | renfrewwolves |
The Renfrew Wolves are a Junior ice hockey team in the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL) based in Renfrew, Ontario.
Arena
[edit]The team plays its home games at the myFM Centre in Ma-te-way Park, Renfrew, Ontario. The arena underwent significant renovations in the years leading up to the Wolves' arrival, with the project ultimately going significantly over budget and becoming the subject of controversy and investigations.[1]
History
[edit]The Wolves formed from the sale and relocation of the Kanata Lasers in 2020. The 2020–21 CCHL season was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Consequently, the Wolves debuted in the 2021–22 CCHL season, making the playoffs in their inaugural season.[2][3]
In the 2024 off-season, the team saw significant changes to its management and coaching staff. General Manager and Coach Ryan Leonard was relieved of his duties in April 2024.[4] He was replaced by Pat Norton, who was then himself replaced by Jerrett DeFazio in June 2024.[5] Jason Gould was subsequently hired as head coach.[6]
| Season | GP | W | L | OTL | SOL | Pts | Finish | Playoffs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–22 | 55 | 35 | 17 | 1 | 2 | 73 | 2nd in division 3rd overall |
Won 1st round, 4-2 (Kemptville 73's) Lost 2nd round, 4-1 (Ottawa Jr. Senators) |
| 2022–23 | 55 | 30 | 18 | 4 | 3 | 67 | 2nd in division 5th overall |
Won 1st round, 4-1 (Hawkesbury Hawks) Lost 2nd round, 4-1 (Smiths Falls Bears) |
| 2023–24 | 55 | 32 | 20 | 3 | 0 | 67 | 2nd in division 5th overall |
Lost 1st round, 4-2 (Rockland Nationals) |
Source: "Renfrew Wolves hockey team statistics and history". hockeydb.com. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
References
[edit]- ^ Harford, Evelyn (17 August 2024). "'Makes my stomach sick': Final report after third-party review into Renfrew Ma-te-Way Recreation Centre expansion mismanagement paints sobering picture". InsideOttawaValley.com. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- ^ "Cornwall Jr. A Colts host Renfrew Wolves for first time, lose 6-2". Standard-Freeholder. Postmedia. 5 November 2021. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- ^ Mulvihill, Jonathan (7 April 2022). "Renfrew Wolves pumped for playoffs following successful premier season". InsideOttawaValley.com. Metroland Media Group. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- ^ "Renfrew Wolves general manager/coach relieved of duties". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 29 April 2024. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- ^ "Junior A Renfrew Wolves part ways with GM Norton, welcome DeFazio". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 28 June 2024. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- ^ "Renfrew Wolves begin to answer offseason questions with latest bench hire". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 21 May 2024.
Sources
[edit]- "Renfrew Wolves hockey team statistics and history". hockeydb.com. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "Renfrew Wolves to make big announcement". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 23 July 2020. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "Renfrew Wolves Preparing". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 18 September 2020. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "CCHL considering February 11th return date for the Renfrew Wolves". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 14 January 2021. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "Renfrew Wolves open preseason schedule at home against Lumber Kings". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 10 September 2021. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "Renfrew Wolves first home opener is Saturday". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 24 September 2021. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- McIntyre, Bruce (21 December 2023). "Renfrew's Ma-Te-Way expansion was grossly under-estimated from the time shovels hit the ground". The Hamilton Spectator. Metroland Media Group. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- Hwang, Priscilla Ki Sun (27 March 2024). "Council calls for Renfrew mayor to resign over project mismanagement". CBC News. CBC/Radio-Canada. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "Nationals tame Wolves in six games". Les éditions André Paquette (in Canadian French). 3 April 2024. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- Panico, Giacomo (11 April 2024). "Renfrew to call in OPP over suspected rec centre fraud". CBC News. CBC/Radio-Canada. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "'Joining the flock': Former Renfrew Wolves GM finds new home in CCHL". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 3 May 2024. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- Raymond, Ted (14 August 2024). "Renfrew, Ont. town council failed to properly scrutinize Ma-Te-Way expansion: report". CTV News Ottawa. Bell Media. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- McIntyre, R. Bruce (20 August 2024). "Renfrew's Ma-te-Way expansion was 115 percent over budget for a total of $38.7 million | The Eganville Leader". Eganville Leader. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "New leadership, new energy: Renfrew Wolves ready to kick off exciting hockey season". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 19 September 2024. Retrieved 4 December 2024.
- "Former Renfrew Wolves coach Todd Clarke remembered for his legacy and passion". 96.1 Renfrew Today. 30 September 2024. Retrieved 4 December 2024.