Released December 17, 2024
WEYBURN– The City of Weyburn is pleased to announce the early reopening of Crescent Point Place and the Tom Zandee Sports Arena following the successful completion of repairs and inspections to the ice plant system. This reopening is much earlier than anticipated, thanks to the dedication and tireless efforts of our facilities staff.
“Our facilities staff went above and beyond, working 24-hour shifts to monitor preserve the ice surfaces, successfully preventing the need for removal. Their extraordinary commitment has made this early reopening possible, and we cannot thank them enough,” said Director of Leisure Services, Andrew Crowe.
The repairs to the ice plant, including all inspections and testing, have been successfully completed, and the system is now fully operational and functioning as designed.
Reopening Schedule
- Tuesday and Wednesday (Dec.17, 18): Light skates for the Weyburn Gold Wings and Weyburn Red Wings.
- Thursday (Dec. 19): Crescent Point Place will host the home game for the Weyburn Red Wings.
- Friday (Dec. 20): Both arenas will reopen for regular rentals.
“This reopening is a testament to the hard work and determination of our facilities staff. Their efforts not only saved significant time but also ensured the arenas would be ready for our community and user groups as quickly as possible,” added Mayor Jeff Richards.
The City of Weyburn looks forward to welcoming skaters, teams, and fans back to Crescent Point Place and the Tom Zandee Sports Arena. This early reopening is a true celebration of teamwork and commitment to our community.
A Special Thank You
The City of Weyburn would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the communities that stepped up to assist our user groups continue their seasons while our facilities were closed. We truly appreciate your collaboration and flexibility.
For more information on upcoming events and arena schedules, please visit www.weyburn.ca or follow us on social media.
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For media inquiries contact:
Kyle Hertes
Communications Coordinator | City of Weyburn
(306) 848-3236 | khertes@weyburn.ca