Listen to the full interview with 730 CKDM's Darnell Duff:
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Quinten Fisk has always been a natural on the ice, wielding his stick with precision and his skates with effortless speed.
From a young age in Dauphin, Fisk embraced leadership, setting the tone with his relentless work ethic—first on the ice, last to leave. Hockey isn’t just a passion; it’s his identity.
Plenty chase success, but few truly find it. Fisk, however, has never had that problem. During the 2022-23 season, he turned heads with the Parkland U-15 Rangers, racking up 20 goals and 44 points in 34 games, plus six more in five playoff matchups.
Fisk jumped to the U-18 team during the 2023-24 season and had a solid rookie campaign, delivering nine goals and 17 points in 44 games. Back with the U-18 team this season, the Dauphin star took his game to the next level and put the entire province on notice.
In 48 games, Fisk led the team with 29 goals and 62 points. Quinten averaged 1.29 points per game, scoring eight power-play goals and one game-winner.
"I think I played really good, I couldn't have done it without my great linemates," said Fisk. "It was a great year."
Fisk's 45-point improvement from last season to this year shows his dedication to honing his skills and pushing his limits. Quinten put in the work all offseason, grinding in the gym and hitting the ice every chance he got. Armed with a year of U-18 experience, he returned stronger, faster, and more determined—ready to dominate.
"I put in the work over the summer, I got bigger and stronger," continued Fisk. "I put everything I had into getting myself ready for the season and I'm proud of the outcome."
Quinten's 29 goals placed him among the league’s top 10, cementing his status as one of Manitoba's brightest stars. He was named the CCM Player of the Week twice and the league's Forward of the Month in October and December. Fisk broke out in October with 20 points in nine games. He had two goals, two assists in the first game of the month, and a five-point performance against Norman on October 19. He also produced his first hat-trick on October 25 while collecting four points against the Thrashers.
He failed to collect any points in the first three games of December before the Dauphin star caught fire with four goals and 10 points in a four-game span. He had four assists against Central Plains in the team's final game before the Christmas break.
Being named Player of the Month twice is rare and an accomplishment that Quinten is proud of.
"It's an honour, it shows the work I've been putting in," continued Fisk. "It's good to see that people are recognizing it, it means a lot to me."
Now that his time with the Rangers is over this year, Fisk is looking back on a historic year.
Missing the playoffs stings, but the Parkland U-18 Rangers have plenty to be proud of. With 23 wins, they posted their best season since 2014-15, when they hit 24. This team still etched its name in the program’s history.
The 2024-25 Rangers gave their fans a reason to cheer, even on the coldest winter nights. They made their community proud—proud to be a Ranger, and proud to support this team.
"We had a really good group. We started really hot and then got into some ups and downs," offered Fisk. "We always battled and had success throughout the year. It didn't end how we hoped but I still think we had a successful year."
After playing 92 games with the U-18 Rangers program, his time at that level may have ended. Fisk is expected to play at the next level in the 2025-26 season. That gives Fisk a chance to look back at what the program meant to him. He grew up in Dauphin and did whatever he could to play for the Rangers, a feat that can never be forgotten.
"It's great, I grew up going to the games and being at the rink as much as I could," commented Fisk. "The program has developed a ton of great players over the years. I'm forever grateful for the opportunity given."
Fisk also wants to give a big shoutout to Ryan Rauliuk for putting together Ukrainian Night, Quinten played the past two years in the game in front of incredible crowds at Credit Union Place.
"That was super special to play in front of so many people," said Fisk. "All the work Ryan put in and all of the parents. It's a moment that we players will never forget."
Junior A Debut:
On January 12, Fisk stepped onto the ice at Credit Union Place in the Blue & White. This time, it was a deeper shade of blue and an entirely different crest. The Dauphinite made his Manitoba Junior Hockey League (MJHL) debut with the Dauphin Kings.
Dauphin racked up 47 shots and while they came up short against Swan Valley, it was a night Fisk won't forget.
"That was amazing. I went to all of their games growing up and have always dreamt of playing with them," offered Fisk. "For it to finally happen, I appreciate the organization for giving me the chance. I'm looking forward to the future and what is to come."
Fisk has been added to Dauphin's roster for the remainder of the season and has played four games. Fisk was on the ice on Tuesday when Dauphin beat Waywayseecappo to clinch the West Division regular season title.
"It's amazing knowing that we'll go into every game with a good chance to win," commented Fisk. "It's great being on a winning team, great chance for me to learn how to get the job done."
Fisk will be back on the ice on Friday when Dauphin heads to Neepawa to play the Titans in their penultimate game of the regular season. The crew ends the regular season on Saturday against Waywayseecappo at Credit Union Place. They'll then go dancing as the Turnbull Cup playoffs open next weekend.