From the Gridiron to the Goal Crease
Two generations, one drive: CFL dad, WHL son
Jeff Pilon once battled defensive linemen in the CFL. His son, 18-year-old Jake, now faces slapshots as a veteran goalie for the Kelowna Rockets. Different sports, same elite mindset. RocketFAN was interested to learn that his dad didn't push him into the sport in which he excelled. "Jake has never played a snap o...
Aug 22, 2025
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New look, with a touch of old school
Rockets unveil 30th anniversary campaign
The Kelowna Rockets are celebrating their 30th anniversary in 2025-26 with a return to their original logo and a new commemorative crest. The anniversary mark, featuring crossing rockets and the number "30," will be showcased across the season, including at center ice in Prospera Place. Branded under the slog...
Aug 21, 2025
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Big body, big talent, big impact
Rockets sign their #1 import pick
The Kelowna Rockets have signed forward Tomas Poletin, the team's first overall pick in the 2025 CHL Import Draft. Poletin, 18, is from Praha, Czechia. The 6'1", 205-pound forward was drafted by the New York Islanders in the fourth round of the 2025 NHL Draft. Last season, he played in Finland with the Pelicans pr...
Aug 19, 2025
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Between the pipes and between the ears
How Jordon Cooke mastered the mental game
Former Kelowna Rockets netminder Jordon Cooke has a smile in his voice when he talks about returning to the WHL, this time as the Spokane Chiefs' goaltending coach, which the team officially announced last week. But beneath the stories of big saves and long bus rides lies a candid look at the mental battles goalies fac...
Aug 17, 2025
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Rockets bring back local hero
Josh Gorges added to coaching staff
The Kelowna Rockets are excited to welcome former NHL defenseman and Rockets alum Josh Gorges to the coaching staff as an Assistant Coach for the 2025-26 season. Gorges will join Head Coach Derrick Martin, Associate Coach Don Hay, and Assistant Coach Brandon McMillan behind the bench, bringing pro experience, leadershi...
Aug 13, 2025
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