Mascot Naming Contest Announced

The Pontiacs are getting a Mascot and we want your help naming it! Tell us what you would like the new face of the franchise to be named and tell us your Mascots backstory! The winning Candidate will receive Gift Cards, tickets to the home opener, and more – all brought to you by Marci […]

Ayrton Nikkel Hired as Head Coach

As of May 13th, 2024, Ayrton Nikkel has been hired as the Head Coach of the Bonnyville Jr A Pontiacs. Coach Nikkel hails from Kelowna, BC and joined the West Kelowna Warriors as an assistant coach in 2019. He was later promoted to assistant general manager with the Warriors in 2022, while retaining his coaching […]

Now Hiring: Athletic Therapist

  The Bonnyville Jr A Pontiacs are looking for a motivated individual to fill the role of Athletic Therapist for the 2024/2025 Season. The Pontiacs are a member of the Alberta Junior Hockey League for the past 32 seasons. This is a fast-paced work environment that encourages equal opportunity and is teamwork oriented. The Successful […]

Pontiacs Bolster Coaching Staff Heading Into Playoffs

The Bonnyville Pontiacs are pleased to announce that they have added Devan Praught to the Coaching Staff as the team prepares for the first round of the 2024 AJHL Inter Pipeline Playoffs.  After coach Pouliot departed in order to coach professional hockey in Switzerland in January, the Pontiacs have been looking to shore up their […]

Beaudoin Wins Most Dedicated In AJHL Awards

Nicolas Beaudoin has been named the AJHL’s Most Dedicated Player for the 23/24 season. Beaudoin makes it a two-year sweep for the Yaks captain’s as last years winner was Pontiacs Alumni and former captain, Trey Funk. Pontiacs associate general manager Neil Langridge noted this award is one of the toughest to judge and capture. “You […]

Sukovic Takes Home League MVP & Top Forward in AJHL Awards

Luka Sukovic has been named the AJHL’s Most Valuable Player and Top Forward as voted on by all 11 teams in the league. Sukovic lead the entire league with 35 goals paired with 32 assists for third place in league scoring, only 2 points away from tying for first place. Luka has been physically dominant […]

Pontiacs Head Coach Turns Pro

  The Bonnyville Pontiacs have announced that Head Coach Mario Pouliot will be leaving the team to coach professional hockey overseas in Switzerland effective Thursday January 11th, 2024.  “From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank all the board members, Pontiacs staff, and all the players I had the chance to meet and […]

Pontiacs Announce 2nd Annual Sportsman Dinner

February 23rd: 2nd Annual Victor Ringuette Sportsman Dinner   Join us on February 23rd for the 2nd Annual Victor Ringuette Sportsman Dinner!  The Junior & Senior Pontiacs along with the Bonnyville Minor Hockey Association have joined forces to present an evening of storytelling, food, music, games, and fundraising.  Now in it’s second year, the Sportsman […]

Ashmead Commits To Robert Morris University

Bonnyville Pontiacs defenceman JR Ashmead has announced his commitment to Robert Morris University as of Tuesday, Dec. 5th, 2023. “My family and I would like to thank coach Schooley and the entire staff at Robert Morris University for bringing me into their family,” said Ashmead. “I look forward to competing on the ice, meeting new […]

Pontiacs Acquire Gauld from Kodiaks

  The Bonnyville Pontiacs have acquired forward (’04) Myles Gauld from the Camrose Kodiaks in exchange for forward (’04) Ludovik Tardif.    Gauld played 54 games with the Kodiaks last season, earning 16 goals and 21 assists for 37 points. This season, the Calgary native has produced five goals and six assists for 14 points […]