What league does Kelowna Rockets play in?

Kelowna Rockets play in the WHL.

When was Kelowna Rockets founded?

Kelowna Rockets was founded in 1995 in Kelowna, BC, CAN, Canada.

Where is Kelowna Rockets based?

Kelowna Rockets is based in Kelowna, BC, CAN.

Who is the head coach of Kelowna Rockets?

The head coach of Kelowna Rockets is Jason Smith.

Who is the captain of Kelowna Rockets?

The captain of Kelowna Rockets is Cal Foote.

What arena does Kelowna Rockets play in?

Kelowna Rockets play their home games at Prospera Place in Kelowna, BC, CAN.

Who is the general manager of Kelowna Rockets?

The general manager of Kelowna Rockets is Bruce Hamilton.

What are the team colors of Kelowna Rockets?

The team colors of Kelowna Rockets are Teal + Copper + Red + White + Black.

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2017-2018 Kelowna Rockets Roster

	#	Player	A	Born	Birthplace	HT	WT	S
GOALTENDERS
	#30	Roman Basran (G)	24	2001	Delta, BC, CAN	6'2"	201	L
	#1	James Porter (G)	25	2000	Bonners Ferry, ID, USA	5'11"	170	R
	#31	Brodan Salmond (G)	27	1998	Calgary, AB, CAN	5'11"	196	L
	#30	Cole Tisdale (G)	23	2002	Lethbridge, AB, CAN	6'0"	176	L
DEFENSEMEN
	#5	Cayde Augustine (D)	24	2001	Airdrie, AB, CAN	6'2"	225	L
	#4	Gordie Ballhorn (D)"A"	28	1997	Wetaskiwin, AB, CAN	6'1"	194	L
	#5	Konrad Belcourt (D)	25	2000	Sherwood Park, AB, CAN	6'1"	174	R
	#22	Braydyn Chizen (D)	27	1998	St. Albert, AB, CAN	6'9"	209	R
	#25	Cal Foote (D)"C"	27	1998	Englewood, CO, USA	6'4"	225	R
	#3	Kelvin Hair (D)	25	2000	North Vancouver, BC, CAN	6'3"	192	R
	#2	James Hilsendager (D)"A"	28	1997	Lloydminster, AB, CAN	6'1"	181	L
	#6	Kaedan Korczak (D)	25	2001	Yorkton, SK, CAN	6'4"	201	R
	#21	Kyle Pow (D)	25	2000	Nanaimo, BC, CAN	6'6"	225	L
	#7	Libor Zábranský (D)	25	2000	Brno, CZE	6'0"	203	R
FORWARDS
	#10	Ted Brennan (F)	26	2000	Victoria, BC, CAN	6'1"	203	L
	#20	Conner Bruggen-Cate (LW)	26	1999	Langley, BC, CAN	6'2"	196	L
	#8	Jack Cowell (LW)	26	1999	Winnipeg, MB, CAN	6'2"	170	L
	#17	Kyle Crosbie (F)	24	2001	Didsbury, AB, CAN	5'9"	154	R
	#19	Dillon Dubé (LW/C)"A"	27	1998	Golden, BC, CAN	5'11"	185	L
	#29	Nolan Foote (LW/RW)	25	2000	Denver, CO, USA	6'3"	201	L
	#12	Erik Gardiner (C/LW)	26	1999	Humboldt, SK, CAN	6'1"	183	L
	#26	Liam Kindree (W/C)	26	2000	North Vancouver, BC, CAN	5'11"	190	L
	#14	Wil Kushniryk (LW)	26	2000	Chilliwack, BC, CAN	6'5"	209	L
	#16	Kole Lind (RW/LW)	27	1998	Shaunavon, SK, CAN	6'1"	192	R
	#28	Leif Mattson (RW)	26	1999	Thompson, MB, CAN	6'0"	201	R
	#23	Colum McGauley (LW)	25	2000	Wilcox, SK, CAN	5'11"	174	L
	#9	Marek Skvrne (RW)	26	1999	Brno, CZE	6'0"	174	L
	#15	Tomas Soustal (C/RW)	28	1997	Sternberk, CZE	6'3"	198	R
	#24	Kyle Topping (C)	26	1999	Ganges, BC, CAN	6'0"	194	L
	#18	Carsen Twarynski (LW/RW)	28	1997	Calgary, AB, CAN	6'2"	198	L
	#15	Dallon Wilton (F)	24	2001	Beausejour, MB, CAN	6'2"	218	L

Position: G: 3, D: 9, F: 14Av Age: 18.04 yearsAv Ht: 6'1"Av Wt: 192 lbsCompare with other teams »

2017-2018 Kelowna Rockets Staff

Head CoachJason Smith
Asst. CoachTravis Crickard
Asst. CoachKris Mallette
Goaltending CoachAdam Brown
General ManagerBruce Hamilton
Franchise OwnerBruce Hamilton
PresidentBruce Hamilton
Video CoachAdam Brown

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2017-2018 Kelowna Rockets Captains

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Cal Foote

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Kelowna Rockets Facts

Plays in: Western Hockey League
Team Colors: Teal + Copper + Red + White + Black
Town: Kelowna, BC, CAN Map
Founded: 1995

2017-2018 Kelowna Rockets Roster Facts

Nationalities

27 players
3 players
1 player

Experience

Kelowna Rockets: 2 685 GP
Czechia: 15 GP
AHL: 23 GP

Affiliated Team(s)

Arena Information

Arena Name: Prospera Place
Location: Kelowna, BC, CAN
Capacity: 6 886
Construction Year: 1999

Kelowna Rockets Games

date	home	visiting	score	league
02/14/2026 03:00 AM UTC	Wenatchee Wild	Kelowna Rockets	-	WHL
02/12/2026 03:05 AM UTC	Kelowna Rockets	Wenatchee Wild	-	WHL
02/08/2026 02:00 AM UTC	Prince George Cougars	Kelowna Rockets	4 - 1	WHL
02/07/2026 03:00 AM UTC	Prince George Cougars	Kelowna Rockets	2 - 3	WHL
02/04/2026 03:05 AM UTC	Kelowna Rockets	Portland Winterhawks	3 - 4 (OT 61:51)	WHL

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Daniel Pekar (F)

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Levi Benson (F)

Leaving forWenatchee Wild

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Ty Halaburda (F)

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Will Sharpe (D)

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Parker Alcos (D)

Joining fromEdmonton Oil Kings

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Keith McInnis (D)

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Kalder Varga (F)

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Kelowna Rockets History and Standings

season	league	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2025-2026	WHL	50	26	17	-	-	7	184	174	59	1.18	4	-
2024-2025	WHL	68	18	44	-	-	6	213	311	42	0.62	5	Did not make playoffs
2023-2024	WHL	68	33	30	-	-	5	250	258	71	1.04	2	Conference SF loss
2022-2023	WHL	68	27	37	-	-	4	210	256	58	0.85	4	First round loss
2021-2022	WHL	68	42	20	-	-	6	250	207	90	1.32	2	First round loss
2020-2021	WHL	16	10	5	-	-	1	58	53	21	1.31	2	No playoffs held
2019-2020	WHL	63	29	28	-	-	6	181	208	64	1.02	4	Playoffs Cancelled
2018-2019	WHL	68	28	32	-	-	8	169	209	64	0.94	4	Did not make playoffs
2017-2018	WHL	72	43	22	-	-	7	280	249	93	1.29	1	First round loss
2016-2017	WHL	72	45	22	-	-	5	283	206	95	1.32	2	Conference Final loss
2015-2016	WHL	72	48	20	-	-	4	269	218	100	1.39	2	Conference Final loss
2014-2015	WHL	72	53	13	-	-	6	305	183	112	1.56	1	Champion
2013-2014	WHL	72	57	11	-	-	4	310	182	118	1.64	1	Conference Final loss
2012-2013	WHL	72	52	16	-	-	4	309	178	108	1.5	1	Conference SF loss
2011-2012	WHL	72	31	31	-	-	10	217	242	72	1	3	Conference QF loss
2010-2011	WHL	72	43	28	1	-	0	240	201	87	1.21	1	Conference SF loss
2009-2010	WHL	72	35	31	-	-	6	224	225	76	1.06	14	Conference SF loss
2008-2009	WHL	72	47	21	-	-	4	267	178	98	1.36	6	Champion
2007-2008	WHL	72	38	26	-	-	8	248	215	84	1.17	13	Conference QF loss
2006-2007	WHL	72	22	41	-	-	9	156	245	53	0.74	20	Did not make playoffs
2005-2006	WHL	72	46	22	-	-	4	243	188	96	1.33	5	Conference SF loss
2004-2005	WHL	72	45	13	12	-	2	215	139	104	1.44	2	Champion
2003-2004	WHL	72	47	21	4	-	0	185	125	98	1.36	1	Conference Final loss
2002-2003	WHL	72	51	14	6	-	1	311	164	109	1.51	1	Champion
2001-2002	WHL	72	31	26	10	-	5	257	232	77	1.07	10	Conference Final loss
2000-2001	WHL	72	37	23	7	-	5	259	240	86	1.19	4	Conference QF loss
1999-2000	WHL	72	25	40	4	-	3	193	228	57	0.79	15	Conference QF loss
1998-1999	WHL	72	25	42	5	-	-	241	282	55	0.76	14	Conference QF loss
1997-1998	WHL	72	33	35	4	-	-	313	290	70	0.97	10	Conference QF loss
1996-1997	WHL	72	35	35	2	-	-	298	314	72	1	11	Conference QF loss

Kelowna Rockets Tournament Statistics

season	tournament	GP	W	L	T	OTW	OTL	GF	GA	PTS	PPG	rank	postseason
2014-2015	Memorial Cup	3	1	2	-	-	-	11	9	2	0.67	2	Final loss
2008-2009	Memorial Cup	3	2	1	-	-	-	11	7	4	1.33	1	Final loss
2004-2005	Memorial Cup	3	0	3	-	-	-	7	11	0	0	4	Did not make playoffs
2003-2004	Memorial Cup	3	3	0	-	-	-	7	2	6	2	1	Champion
2002-2003	Memorial Cup	3	1	2	-	-	-	6	10	2	0.67	3	Semifinal loss

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