(British Columbia Hockey League official media release) The BC Hockey League (BCHL) has announced that five Alberta-based teams have signed franchise agreements and are now officially members of the league, as of yesterday. Prior to this, the teams had agreed to terms on a framework of what joining the BCHL […]
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Eight current, former BCHL players representing their countries at World Junior Championships
(British Columbia Hockey League official media release) With the IIHF U20 World Championship just a few days away, rosters are now set for the tournament and there will be three current BCHL players and one league alumnus suiting up for their countries. In addition, four other current BCHLers took part […]
BCHL sets new league record for NCAA Division I commitments
(British Columbia Hockey League official media release) With a flurry of recent NCAA Division I commitments, the BC Hockey League (BCHL) has set a new benchmark for committed players with 193, with many more expected in the coming months. The previous high of 190 was set in June of last […]
BCHL updates Frequently Asked Questions document regarding status as independent league
(B.C. Hockey League official media release) After the BCHL announced its independence on May 1, fans, players, families, and other stakeholders have had additional questions, not included in the original Frequently Asked Questions document produced by the league. To clarify these points and dispel any rumours, the league has updated its FAQ […]
BCHL announces roster rules and important dates for 2023-24
(B.C. Hockey League official media release) With the BC Hockey League becoming an independent league as of June 1, the league will operate under different regulations when it comes to team rosters. Many of the previous rules will remain the same, but others will change as part of the BCHL’s […]
BCHL to become independent league
(B.C. Hockey League official media release) The British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) has announced a new path, continuing its mission to build a world class college-track junior league for players seeking NCAA and U Sports Scholarships and to establish a tier of hockey that to date has not been seen […]
BCHL produces document to modernize Canadian junior hockey system
(BC Hockey League official media release) The BC Hockey League’s Executive Committee and League Office have produced a document outlining various ways to improve junior hockey in our country, entitled: Modernizing Junior Hockey in Canada. It has been sent to Hockey Canada, BC Hockey and the Governance Review Committee overseeing the […]
BCHL introduces Kyle Turris Community Award
(BC Hockey League official media release) At the most recent BCHL Annual General Meeting, the Board of Governors unanimously voted in favour of updating the names of several year-end awards, as well as adding a pair of new trophies. This week, the league will unveil the two new awards. The […]
Wood, Lacroix set to represent their countries at Hlinka Gretzky Cup
(BC Hockey League official media release) Victoria Grizzlies forward Matthew Wood has been selected to play for Team Canada at the 2022 Hlinka Gretzky Cup under-18 tournament, while Chilliwack Chiefs forward A.J. Lacroix has been chosen to play for Team USA. The tournament goes from July 31 to Aug. 6 […]
Top Defenceman Award renamed Campbell Blair Trophy
(BC Hockey League official media release) At the most recent BCHL Annual General Meeting, the Board of Governors unanimously voted in favour of updating the names of several year-end awards, as well as adding a pair of new trophies. Over the next two weeks, the league will unveil these changes. […]