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Vees add WJAC silver medallist Chapleau NEWS: The Vees have acquired D Philippe Chapleau ('00) from the @cflongueuilaaa in exchange for future considerations! Welcome to Penticton, Philippe! DETAILS 📝 | https://t.co/8qYYsqv1hD#BCHL pic.twitter.com/BKw9LRIwsa — Penticton Vees (@PentictonVees) November 21, 2020 The Penticton Vees made a trade on Friday that sees […]
(This article was originally published on Nov. 20, 2020.) Before coming to BCHLNetwork, I spent two seasons as the Chilliwack Chiefs mascot. I had the honor of portraying the legendary Chief Wannawin and the very first Belle the Cow. One of the most difficult things to do is follow […]
BCHL cancels weekend games due to COVID-19 restrictions Due to the increased restrictions announced by the PHO, the BCHL has cancelled all exhibition games this weekend. We are seeking further clarification on how this affects us going forward and will provide an update as soon as possible. Tonight's game […]
On October 23, the Cranbrook Bucks announced a commitment from 2003-born goaltender Nathan Airey for the upcoming season. Airey was the second goalie committed to by the Bucks after Jacob Zacharewicz was added back in March. The 17-year-old Cochrane, Alberta product spent last season with International Hockey Academy in […]
(This article was originally published on Nov. 19, 2020.) Regina, Saskatchewan native Tanner Glass had a lengthy playing career. From junior hockey to the pros, he’s experienced a lot, but where is he now? Glass played two seasons in the BCHL from 2001-03, splitting time with the Penticton Panthers […]
Silverbacks defenseman Sansbury commits to Sacred Heart NEWS: We're thrilled to announce that Hunter Sansbury has committed to @SHUHockey! Congrats Hunter! "I felt like SHU was somewhere I could call home for four years. The program has only been going up." Details 📎 | https://t.co/llfDXO4M2o#GoBacksGo | #BCHL — Salmon […]
(This article was originally published on Nov. 17, 2020.) Fellow BCHLNetwork contributor Clifford Hofferd recently penned an article examining the current defense corps for the Victoria Grizzlies. In a salute to Clifford, let’s take a gander at the best of the Express defensemen. Who are the greatest defensemen in […]
(This article was originally published on Nov.16, 2020.) Rob Short is a Vernon Vipers legend who played with the team from 2006-10. He also played in seven games as an affiliate player during the 2005-06 BC Hockey League season. During his career, he won two national junior A titles […]
Bulldogs name leadership corps Bulldogs Announce Leadership Group The Alberni Valley Bulldogs unveiled their captains for the 2020-21 season on Thursday. Wearing the ‘C’ for the Bulldogs is 2000-born defenseman Mattias Dal Monte. The Nanaimo product is entering his fourth season of junior A hockey. Alberni Valley’s alternate captains […]
The Cranbrook Bucks recently completed their first month of game action, albeit in the form of exhibition games. Still, seeing the expansion team hit the ice for the first time was a fulfilling moment for all involved. October featured five games for the Bucks, all against the Trail Smoke […]
