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Volume 19, Issue 7 | Wed., February 18, 2026
Iatridis challenges Moose Jaw to pack the arena for the Warriors on Mar. 7 Aaron Walker - Moose Jaw Express
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With the Moose Jaw Warriors locked in a tight playoff race, local restaurant owner John Iatridis is challenging the community to “pack the arena” on March 7 for the home game against the Lethbridge Hurricanes. Iatridis, owner of The Mad Greek restaurant in downtown Moose Jaw, said the idea came to him after attending a recent weeknight game and noticing how quiet the rink felt compared to the city’s electric playoff atmosphere two years ago. The Warriors are currently dealing with a difficult stretch of injuries, but they remain in the mix for a WHL playoff spot. The March 7 matchup against the Hurricanes was chosen intentionally, Iatridis said, because of how close the playoff race has become. “We’re in a tight playoff battle right now with Lethbridge and Red Deer — there are two playoff spots up for grabs for those three teams…,” Iatridis said, “…and we have a lot of young guys (playing) that they just signed come up.” He said watching younger players compete in a half-empty arena compared to the difference a full crowd can make and “it’s like a win … when you’re coming out on the ice and you see a full arena, you hear how loud it is”…. recalling the atmosphere during the 2024 playoff run.
Moose Jaw Warriors fans line Main Street North during playoffs in 2024 — a level of community support Iatridis hopes to see again as the team pushes for a playoff spot this season. Photo by: Randy Palmer
Iatridis hopes the initiative highlights that the Warriors are communityowned and depend on strong local support. “It’s a community-owned team,” he said. “The reality is there are 17 cities in Western Canada that have one of these teams, and I think we’re really lucky to be one of them.” To help get people through the doors, Iatridis said The Mad Greek will buy tickets and give them away through social media, and he is encouraging other businesses to do the same. “I don’t expect anything (in return). I don’t want any money or business for
it,” he added. Community members echoed Iatridis’ message in the comments. Mark Pakula, a season ticket holder for more than 30 years, also urged residents to show up. “Let’s show these young men that we care and appreciate the entertainment they are giving us.” Iatridis said he hopes the Warriors can count on the city’s support even during the hard stretches. “It’s easy to get on the wagon and support them when they’re playing well,” he said. “But it’s like anything in life … your real friends are (also) there when you’re down.” He added that the team consistently shows up for the community and said it’s time for the community to return that support. “It’d be really nice if we are there for them.” The Mad Greek Restaurant is located at 925 Main Street North and can be reached at 306-693-4333. For more information, visit “I ate at The Mad Greek” on Facebook.
To purchase tickets for upcoming Warriors games, stop by the Temple Gardens Centre at 110 First Avenue Northwest or visit SaskTix.Evenue.net. A full season schedule is available at CHL.ca.