Sask First Hockey: Athletes & Chris Kunitz on the Power of the Program – WATCH
Oct 01
2025
By Hockey Saskatchewan
Hockey Saskatchewan’s Sask First Program is where the province’s best young hockey players test themselves, grow their game, and have the opportunity to represent their province. In this video, seven voices, including Sask First alumnus and four-time Stanley Cup champion Chris Kunitz, share what the program has meant to them. From learning resilience to competing against the best, Sask First continues to shape Saskatchewan athletes on and off the ice.
SASK FIRST PROGRAM: https://hockeysask.ca/programs/sask-first
About SASK FIRST
The Sask First Program was introduced by Hockey Saskatchewan in 1988 and since that time the high-performance program has brought great pride and accomplishment within our province. Sask First was designed to provide a better understanding of the game as well as to promote the development of quality players, coaches, trainers, officials and administrators. The participants are enriched as individuals and can achieve self-satisfaction and enjoyment as part of the hockey community.
About HOCKEY SASKATCHEWAN
Hockey Saskatchewan was established in 1912 and is the governing body for organized hockey in the province. With a mission to advance hockey through innovation, engagement and participation, Hockey Saskatchewan encourages competition at all levels – from recreational to high performance. Hockey Saskatchewan has grown through the years and is Saskatchewan’s largest sports organization with over 53,400 members comprised of players, coaches and officials. For more information, please visit www.hockeysask.ca or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.
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