By Kaytlyn Poberznick

Cougars gain new staffing

Prince George Cougars acquire new play-by-play announcer

Jun 10, 2022 | 10:36 AM

PRINCE GEORGE – The Prince George Cougars have added a new local member the their staff. Cole Waldie is brought in as the team’s Director, Broadcasting, Communications & Public Relations person. General Manager and Head-Coach of the Cougars, Mark Lamb, believes Waldie will fit in with the organization well.

“Cole is a talented, young broadcaster who has local ties, and we feel will fit in seamlessly with our team,” said Lamb. “His enthusiasm and dedication stand out and we look forward to him delivering an exciting product to our fans.”

Waldie has a wealth of knowledge in the field of broadcast. Before entering the world of the WHL, Waldie spent three seasons with the Spruce Kings in the British Columbia Hockey League as the Director of Communications & Broadcasting. Waldie is eager to get started and is excited to be a part of this franchise.

“I could not be happier to join the Prince George Cougars’ family. This is truly a dream come true,” said Waldie, “As a young kid who used to be a season ticket holder and witness the magical playoff run in 2007, working for this franchise, in this capacity, has always been a dream of mine and I can’t wait to get started.”

Among his new responsibilities, Waldie will broadcast all 68 regular season games plus playoffs for the Cougars starting in September. The 2022-23 Western Hockey League regular season schedule will be released in July.

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