Arnprior Rivermen

A few of our players will be on hand at Arnprior for Mchappy day today from 4-6PM. Please come by, say hello and try not to yell at us if we don't put your fries in the bag. Come out and support a great cause. .hockey

🚨 WE ARE HIRING! 🚨

​The Arnprior Rivermen are officially on the hunt for a new Coach to lead our squad! 🏒🪓
​Are you passionate about senior hockey? Do you have previous experience coaching at a high level? If you have what it takes to guide our team to success, we want to hear from you!

​How to Apply:
Please send an email outlining your background and coaching experience to:
📧 [email protected]

​We look forward to connecting with some great potential candidates. Let's go Rivermen!

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JOIN THE CREW: THE RIVERMEN ARE HIRING! 🪵🏒

​Do you live for game days? Are you always on TikTok or Instagram, and looking for a way to break into the sports world? The Arnprior Rivermen are looking for a creative, hockey-obsessed Social Media Manager to join the team for the 2026 season!

​This is a paid, part-time position perfect for a student looking to build a portfolio and get behind-the-scenes experience with a competitive hockey club.

​WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
​Hype the Crowd: Create posts that get the fans buzzing for every home game.
​Live Game Coverage: Keep the community updated on game days.
​Digital Design: Create clean, engaging graphics to promote the team.
​Content Creation: You’ll have the freedom to film reels, interview players and coaches, or jump on the latest TikTok trends to showcase the team's personality.

​WHO YOU ARE:
​A hockey fan with a great sense of humor.
​Creative, reliable, and ready to learn.
​Someone who knows how to make content scroll-stopping.

​HOW TO APPLY:
​Ready to suit up? Don’t leave us on the bench!
​📩 DM us directly OR
📧 Email your interest to: [email protected]
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🚨 BIG NEWS, RIVERMEN FANS (And no, we aren’t folding!) 🚨

​First off, you can all exhale. We know that somber teaser had some of you sweating bullets, thinking this was the end of the line for the Rivermen. Far from it. But we do have a massive shift coming to the organization.
​After an incredible run, Mike Byrne is officially stepping down as Head Coach of the Arnprior Rivermen.

​Mike is a Day 1 guy. He has been the absolute backbone behind our bench since the very beginning, holding down the title as the longest-serving head coach in the entire league. Over his 6 seasons at the helm, his impact on the ice has been undeniable, earning him League Coach of the Year honors an incredible 3 times. He built the foundation and the culture of what this team is today.

​For Team Owner Adrian Moyes, Mike’s impact goes far beyond the stats and the accolades.

​"If it weren't for Mike, the Rivermen likely never would have existed, and we definitely would have folded years ago," Moyes shared. "I am very, very thankful for the countless hours Mike puts into this team. Honestly, our daily hockey messages are the highlight of my day some days. Beyond the rink, the friendship we’ve made running this adventure together will last forever, and I’ll always be super thankful for that."

​But before anyone hits the panic button—he isn’t going anywhere.

​Mike is staying right here in Arnprior and will be dedicating his full focus to his role as the team’s General Manager. He’s going to keep grinding, recruiting, and pulling the strings from the front office to make sure we ice the best possible roster.

​Why the change? Sometimes you need to inject some new fuel behind the bench. Stepping aside allows us to bring in a fresh voice and new energy to lead the boys on the ice, while Mike continues to mastermind the ultimate squad off the ice.

​Join us in thanking Mike for his absolute dedication, grit, and loyalty as Head Coach, and get ready for a huge new chapter for Rivermen hockey!

​Drop your favorite Coach Byrne memories or a quick thank you down below. 👇🏒

RIVERMEN TAKE DOWN THE RANGERS: 5-2 VICTORY! 🏒

​What a night at the rink! The Rivermen put on a clinic, securing a massive 5-2 win over the Rangers as we wrap up our 6th regular season in franchise history. If you weren’t there, you missed a masterclass in grit and skill.

​The Standouts

• ​The Brick Wall: Carlen Lyle was an absolute animal between the pipes. Same story, different night—Lyle’s consistency is the backbone of this team.

• ​The Offensive Engine: Former Carleton Place Canadian Anthony Mcveigh was unstoppable, racking up a massive 5-point night.
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​Tonight, we did things a little differently. For our 3 Stars of the Game, we honored the three men who have been the heartbeat of this franchise. Combined, they represent 368 Games Played of pure sacrifice and dedication

Games Played (Reg + Playoffs)
Alex Hulford
115 GP
Matt Denis
Captain
121 GP
Adrian Moyes
Team Owner / Player
132 GP

These three show up week in and week out, putting everything on the line for the Rivermen jersey. Respect. 🫡

​THE SEASON IS ON THE LINE 🚨
​The regular season is in the books, and now it’s "win or go home." We head into a 1-game elimination showdown this Tuesday night.
• ​Opponent: The Rapids
• ​Location: Low, QC
• ​Time: 7:45 PM
• ​The Stakes: Win, and we move on to a home-and-home series against Manotick next weekend. Lose, and the season is over.

​WE NEED YOU IN LOW! 📣
Rivermen fans, we’re calling on you to make the trip, pack the stands, and be our 7th man on the ice. Let’s keep this season alive!
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Lots of empty seats in the stands still and still time to get to the NSC for puckdrop.
If you cant catch the game feel free to join us on the BT Hockey patreon for the livestream

https://www.patreon.com/BTHockey?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator

Arnprior, we need to have a serious conversation. Tonight at 7:30 PM against the South Grenville Rangers might be the last time you see the Rivermen on home ice.

​Beyond just the scoreboard, tonight is about something bigger. We need to see 350+ people in the Nick Smith Centre to prove that Arnprior is still a hockey town that actually wants a team here. It is a massive struggle to keep local hockey alive without the community's energy and presence in the stands.

​The Reality:
​Tuesday Night: We head to Low for a do-or-die, one-game play-in. If we don’t win that, our season is officially over.

​Tonight: This is your chance to show the league, the players, and the town that the Rivermen belong in Arnprior.

​It’s freezing outside, but it’s warm in the rink and the action will be fast. If you’ve been "meaning to get to a game," tonight is the night. No more excuses.
​SHARE this post and tag a friend who needs to be there. Let’s fill the barn, make some noise, and show everyone that we aren't ready to say goodbye to Rivermen hockey. ⚓🔥

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If you cant catch the game live tonight. Please join us on our livestream on the BT Hockey patreon.

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🏒 GAME DAY IN ARNPRIOR! 🏒
​The Arnprior Rivermen are back on home ice tonight, and we’ve got a massive matchup on our hands! We’re taking on the 4-time NPHL champions, the North Dundas Rockets. 🚀

​Our crowds have been getting bigger and louder every single week, and we want to keep that momentum rolling! Tonight, we have a goal: Can we hit that magic number of 300 fans in the stands? 🏟️🙌

​Expect high-paced, heart-pounding hockey from the first whistle to the last. We need you there to be our 7th man and bring the noise!

​The Details:
​⏰ Puck Drops: 6:30 PM
📍 Where: Arnprior Nick Smith Centre
🔥 The Mission: Fill the stands and get LOUD!

​Tag a friend below who needs to come out and see the best team in the NPHL! This is the Rockets' only visit to Arnprior this year—you do not want to miss this one! 🦅🏒
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