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The Kelowna Rockets are a junior hockey team. Based in Kelowna, British Columbia, they are a member of the Western Hockey League.

Rockets Sweep Blazers and Advance to the Second Round

April 2, 2026 - The Kelowna Rockets became the first team in the WHL to punch their ticket to the second round, completing a commanding series sweep of the Kamloops Blazers with a 6-2 victory Wednesday night. Vojtech Cihar led the way once again with two goals, capping off a dominant series in which he recorded six goals and ten points in just four games. Keith McInnis also contributed offensively, picking up a pair of assists in the win. GAME SUMMARY The opening frame was a very tight checking as the Blazers controlled most of the pl... Full Story

Rockets Take 2-0 Series Lead With 5-1 Win Over Blazers

March 28, 2026 - The Kelowna Rockets took care of business on home ice, earning a 2-0 series lead as the series now shifts to the Sandman Centre in Kamloops. Tij Iginla led the way with a three-point performance, while Vojtech Cihar added a goal and an assist as the Rockets rolled to a 5-1 victory Saturday night over the Kamloops Blazers. Goaltender Harrison Boettiger was stellar once again, stopping 34 of 35 shots and continuing his dominant run against Kamloops. GAME SUMMARY The opening period featured fast-paced, back-and-forth hock... Full Story

Rockets Beat Blazers, 3-1, in Game One

March 27, 2026 - Goaltender Harrison Boettiger was the shining star for the Rockets in his postseason debut, turning aside 16 of 17 shots to earn his first career playoff victory. Vojtech Cihar scored twice in his playoff debut, while Tij Iginla recorded a goal and an assist, including the game-winner. With the win, the Rockets take a 1-0 series lead. GAME SUMMARY The opening period featured fast-paced play but limited scoring chances, as both teams settled in early. It was largely a dump-and-chase style of play, with each side recordi... Full Story

Kelowna Rockets to Select First Overall in 2026 WHL Prospects Draft

March 26, 2026 - KELOWNA, BC - The Kelowna Rockets will hold the first overall selection in the 2026 WHL Prospects Draft following the conclusion of the WHL Prospects Draft Lottery. This marks the first time that the Rockets will select first overall since joining the league in 1991. The last time Kelowna drafted within the top eight was in 2020, when they selected current Washington Capitals prospect Andrew Cristall. More recently, rookie defenceman Owen Hayden represents the club's latest top-10 selection. Last year, the Rockets held... Full Story

• Rockets Sweep Blazers and Advance to the Second Round - April 2, 2026
  
• Rockets Take 2-0 Series Lead With 5-1 Win Over Blazers - March 28, 2026
  
• Rockets Beat Blazers, 3-1, in Game One - March 27, 2026
  
• Kelowna Rockets to Select First Overall in 2026 WHL Prospects Draft - March 26, 2026
  
• Kelowna Rockets Announce First Round Playoff Schedule vs Kamloops Blazers - March 23, 2026
  
• Rockets Lose, 5-0, to Vees - March 21, 2026
  
• Rockets Lose Tight Battle to Vees - March 20, 2026
  
• Rockets Face Vees in the Final Weekend of Regular Season Action - March 19, 2026
  
• Rockets Round One Tickets On Sale Now - March 18, 2026
  
• Vojtech Cihar Records First Career Hat-Trick in Rockets' 5-1 win over Blazers - March 14, 2026
  
• Rockets Cruise Past Blazers, 4-1 - March 14, 2026
  
• Rockets Face Blazers in Home and Home Series - March 12, 2026
  
• Iginla Scores in Overtime as Rockets Edge Royals 2-1 - March 12, 2026
  
• Rockets Battle Royals in Prospera Place Rematch - March 11, 2026
  
• Rockets Fall in Shootout to Giants - March 9, 2026
  
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League: Western Hockey League
Home: Kelowna, British Columbia
Website: Kelowna Rockets site
Schedule: Full Kelowna Rockets Schedule
Statistics: Full Kelowna Rockets Statistics

Wed., Apr 1	W	Kelowna 6 at Kamloops 2 (Playoff Gm. 4)	Final
Tue., Mar 31	W	Kelowna 7 at Kamloops 4 (Playoff Gm. 3)	Final
Sat., Mar 28	W	Kamloops 1 at Kelowna 5 (Playoff Gm. 2)	Final
Fri., Mar 27	W	Kamloops 1 at Kelowna 3 (Playoff Gm. 1)	Final
Sat., Mar 21	L	Penticton 5 at Kelowna 0	Final
Fri., Mar 20	L	Kelowna 1 at Penticton 2	Final
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• Penticton Vees (WHL) - Penticton, British Columbia
  

• Ruck twins making their Mark - WHL Kelowna Daily Courier (April 4)
  
• Rockets finish the deal, four-game sweep over Blazers - WHL Kelowna Daily Courier (April 2)
  
• Moving on: Kelowna Rockets sweep Kamloops Blazers in 1st round of WHL playoffs - WHL Kelowna Capital News (April 2)
  
• It's one of the worst feelings in the world': Rockets sweep Blazers out of playoffs in Round 1 - WHL CFJC (April 2)
  
• Rockets beat Blazers 6-2 to earn sweep, advance to second round - WHL Kamloops This Week (April 2)
  
• Mighty March: Kelowna Rockets' Iginla, Cihar recognized for outstanding month - WHL Kelowna Capital News (April 1)
  
• Rockets take 3-0 series lead - WHL Kelowna Daily Courier (April 1)
  
• Iginla, Cihar lead Kelowna Rockets to victory again, up 3-0 in series against Kamloops - WHL Kelowna Capital News (April 1)
  
• Rockets dominate again in Game 3, push Blazers into must-win territory - WHL Kamloops This Week (April 1)
  
• Blazers on brink of elimination after home loss; Kelowna's prolific pairing of Iginla, Cihar dazzles - WHL CFJC (April 1)
  
• With Rockets' duo doing damage, Blazers aim to clamp down defensively in Game 3 - WHL CFJC (April 1)
  
• Kelowna Rockets forward Tij Iginla named WHL western conference 1st team all-star - WHL Kelowna Capital News (March 31)
  
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