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By Regan Bartel

Hockey. Radio. Rockets.

Rockets lock in three-year deal with 104.7 The LIZARD

Sep 17, 2025 | 1:58 PM

Two NHL stars are fired up. Kelowna Rockets hockey is staying on 104.7 The LIZARD.

Alumni reaction? We’ve got it. Check out the video.

The biggest news in Rockets Nation isn’t just on the ice, it’s on the air.

104.7 The LIZARD has signed a brand-new three-year broadcast deal with the Kelowna Rockets, guaranteeing every hit, every save, and every goal will once again be called by the unmistakable Voice of the Rockets, Regan Bartel.

“This is a very exciting year for our franchise, of course ending with us hosting the 2026 Memorial Cup presented by Kubota,” said Gavin Hamilton, VP of Business Development for the Kelowna Rockets. “We’re proud to extend our exclusive play-by-play agreement with Pattison Media for another three years.”

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Word travelled quickly to some familiar names. Former NHLers and proud Rockets alumni lit up when they heard the news, celebrating the partnership as the club marks its 30th anniversary season in the Okanagan.

And while the Memorial Cup will be the crown jewel in May, the road begins now. The puck drops on another unforgettable season this Friday on 104.7 The LIZARD.