This is a short article about the Westhaver brothers and their history with the Victoria Grizzlies.
Author: Clifford Hofferd
Major junior transplants in the BCHL
Over the years, many players with major junior experience have come to play in the BCHL. On the flip side, a number of BCHL players have moved on to major junior teams. Current Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn is a famous example of this. He played parts of three seasons […]
Examining several Victoria Grizzlies’ starting goaltenders over the years
In 26 seasons, the Victoria Grizzlies have seen over a dozen starting goalies play for them. The latest to take the starting job is Carter Woodside. Woodside emerged as Victoria’s number one goalie during the Port Alberni Pod last season. He helped backstop the team to the pod championship. […]
Powell River Kings upcoming 2021-22 season
The Powell River Kings’ upcoming 2021-22 season is a welcome return to normal. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Kings have dealt with the effects of numerous restrictions. The team hasn’t played a game at Hap Parker Arena since Mar. 4, 2020. It was game four of its […]
A look back at 30 years of BCHL hockey in Surrey
The Surrey Eagles are approaching 30 years in the BC Hockey League, as the team arrived in South Surrey in 1991. In that time, the Eagles have accomplished many things. They’ve won several league championships and also changed their name twice. The Eagles also produced several players who’ve played […]
New den members: Fresh faces for the Victoria Grizzlies
The Victoria Grizzlies continue to recruit new players for the 2021-22 season. Through trades and signings, Victoria has spent the entire off-season building its roster. Forward Timothy Kim and goaltender Kyle Kelsey are among the newest to join the Grizzlies, and both come from the BC U18 AAA League. Kim played for […]
Cowichan Valley Capitals upcoming 2021-22 season
The Cowichan Valley Capitals are experiencing several changes ahead of the upcoming 2021-22 season. Several players from last season’s team have moved on. Capitals general manager and head coach Brian Passmore has been busy building next season’s roster. While their roster is under construction, the Capitals are also welcoming […]
The Alberni Valley Bulldogs upcoming 2021-22 season
Like other BCHL teams, the Alberni Valley Bulldogs are preparing for the upcoming season. Their first regular season game is Oct. 8 against the Victoria Grizzlies at The Q Centre. The Bulldogs home opener is Oct. 15 against Victoria. While acquiring new players, this Bulldogs season is unlike any […]
Canada Winter Games represent a look at the BCHL’s future
Recently acquired Grizzlies defenseman Eli Barnett comes to Victoria having played in Maritime Junior Hockey League in 2020-21. But one team that might not jump out to you in Barnett’s playing history is Team New Brunswick at the 2019 Canada Winter Games in Red Deer, AB. Barnett played seven games […]
Visiting the Den: Attending a Victoria Grizzlies game
With the COVID-19 pandemic winding down, it’s time to write about attending a Victoria Grizzlies game in person. Mar. 3, 2020, was the last time the Grizzlies hosted fans at The Q Centre. WIth pandemic restrictions easing, fans will return this fall to watch the Grizzlies again. With that […]
