The name Niedermayer is well respected in the hockey world. Hockey Hall of Fame member Scott Niedermayer is arguably one of the best defensemen to play internationally and in the NHL. He won everything along the way during his 18-year career, a Western Hockey League championship, a Memorial Cup, […]
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From the music booth, a DJ is born
(This article was originally published on Oct. 7, 2020.) From the moment the doors open until the last fan leaves the building after a well contested BCHL game, the game-day disc jockey plays an integral role in creating a great atmosphere for players and fans. I have been in […]
BCHL Today: Caps name 2020-21 captain, Gurney officially joins Smokies, Benn and the Stars fall short, and more
Capitals name McIntyre captain for 2020-21 There’s a new sheriff in town. Meet your 2020/21 Capitals Team Captain, Dan McIntyre! @Danmcintyre12 #BlueCollar pic.twitter.com/3kqAdZ1Y1U — Cowichan Capitals (@cowichancaps) September 28, 2020 The Cowichan Valley Capitals announced on Monday that 2000-born forward Dan McIntyre will serve as captain for 2020-21. The […]
BCHL Today: Warriors and Centennials add new recruits, Kings alumnus signs in Switzerland, and more
Warriors nab Boston University commit Legault NEWS: The Warriors want to welcome incoming blue line commit Charles Alexis Legault ('03) for the 2020-21 season. Welcome to the Warriors Family C.A! DETAILS: https://t.co/4KHjtcWhpK#BCHL pic.twitter.com/FqU8JXnO3c — West Kelowna Warriors (@BCHLWarriors) September 5, 2020 The West Kelowna Warriors announced the commitment of […]
Moving from junior hockey to university
(This article was originally published on Aug. 16, 2020.) From the mid-2000s until 2016, the BC Hockey League used the moniker “Smart Hockey” as part of its marketing campaign for league promotion. For years, the league has been noted as a fast track to NCAA hockey for its players, […]
BCHL Today: 29 BCHL alumni on NHL Stanley Cup qualifier rosters, Chayka resigns as Coyotes GM, and more
NHL Phase 4 rosters feature 29 former BCHL players NHL announces team rosters for Phase 4. https://t.co/J7SuBDfmFM — NHL.com (@NHLdotcom) July 26, 2020 The National Hockey League announced the rosters for Phase 4 of the league’s Return to Play plan and 29 BCHL alumni are featured on the rosters […]
Dawson commits to SFU
Nanaimo Clippers defenceman Jordan Dawson will be staying close to home next year as the Delta, B.C. native has announced his commitment to Simon Fraser University (SFU) for the 2019-20 season. Dawson, 21, played two years in the BCHL, starting with the Langley Rivermen in 2017-18 and joining the Clippers […]