Kindersley clipping through provincial playoffs

By Jordan Parker

The Kindersley Senior Klippers have reached the Provincial B Finals.

They’re readying to embark on a best-of-three series with the Outlook Ice Hawks next week.

“Obviously the league playoffs didn’t go how we planned, but we’re happy to be in the provincial finals,” said Coach Chris Forsman.

“We’re excited. It’s always strange to play in two playoffs, and it’s challenging physically. We’re playing a game-a-week, so we’ll have more energy.”

Forsman says the team is playing competitive playoff hockey in a short amount of time. With a successful series against the Hafford Hawks, they’re now in the final stretch.

“We played Hafford during the year, and it was always competitive. We were surprised the series wasn’t more hard-fought. They picked up good players, and we’re lucky we got a good start the first game,” said Forsman.

“The second game was close at the end. We scored goals and it ended up positive.”

The team is getting prepared for a big series against the Ice Hawks, and they’re so close to a championship.

“The Ice Hawks are really good. They’re one of the best teams in the province. We need to be aware of their high-powered offence,” he said. “We need to stay out of the penalty box, stay aware and have a good series. I hope the guys are ready for it.”