(This article was originally published on Dec. 21, 2020.) The National Hockey League came out with a set of reverse retro jerseys for all 31 of its teams earlier this fall. Some came out fantastic, others not so much. It got me thinking about what BC Hockey League versions […]
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Changing tracks: The best Express forwards of the 2010s
(This article was originally published on Dec. 20, 2020.) The 2010 calendar year loomed large in the local Greater Vancouver hockey scene. Most of the world will recollect Sidney Crosby’s dramatic gold medal overtime goal for Canada against Ryan Miller and Team USA during the 2010 Winter Olympics. Down the […]
BCHL Today: Chiefs add new goaltending coach, a number of alumni look to make a mark in the SPHL, and more
Chiefs bring in Skapski as new goalie coach NEWS: Chiefs hire Mackenzie Skapski as new goaltending coach “He is a very well respected young coach with a bright future and an eagerness to continue to improve. He has a clear vision for what he can bring to our goaltenders.” […]
BCHL Today: Clippers forward Washe commits to WMU, Wild continues to add recruits for 2021-22, and more
Washe jumps to WMU #22 Tim Washe, Clippers graduating player, is headed to Western Michigan University to join his brother, Paul, and the Broncos for the 2020-2021 season! pic.twitter.com/puYMZilQyi — Nanaimo Clippers (@ClippersHockey) December 17, 2020 The Nanaimo Clippers suffered a big blow to their forward group on Thursday […]
BCHL Today: Grizzlies MacDonald secures NCAA future, Calgary names Sigalet to new role, Hammond signs a contract in Minnesota, and more
MacDonald is off to Dartmouth The Victoria Grizzlies are happy to announce that defenceman @bradymac9 has committed to @Dartmouth_MIH Ivy League School for next season! Congratulations Brady!#BCHL|#Smarthockey|#NCAA pic.twitter.com/kykU6O7xLD — Victoria Grizzlies (@BCHLGrizzlies) December 17, 2020 Defenseman Brady MacDonald, who only played one game for the Victoria Grizzlies during the […]
BCHL Today: Alberni Valley’s Pearson commits to Yale, Wenatchee adds twin brothers for 2021-22, and more
Pearson goes from Bulldogs to Bulldogs Proud to announce my commitment to play Division 1 college hockey at Yale University. I would like to thank my family, friends, coaches and teammates for helping me along the way pic.twitter.com/A6U8sWtxpp — Luke Pearson (@lukepearson30) December 16, 2020 Alberni Valley Bulldogs goaltender Luke […]
BCHL Today: Eagles defenseman Ross commits to Dartmouth, Clippers appeal to MLA, Wild recruits Lipinski for 2021-22, and more
Tait heads to Dartmouth in 2023-24 I am extremely excited and honoured to announce my commitment to play Division 1 hockey at Dartmouth College. Thank you to coaches, friends, and family who have supported me along this journey. @Dartmouth_MIH pic.twitter.com/yCkRu04ikV — Tait Ross (@taitross23) December 13, 2020 Surrey Eagles defenseman […]
Ranking memorable recent BCHL teddy bear tosses
(This article was originally published on Dec. 14, 2020.) As if 2020 wasn’t memorable enough, it also marks the first season in a very long time that BC Hockey League teams aren’t able to hold their annual teddy bear toss, which usually benefits the less fortunate in their communities. […]
Victoria Grizzlies Island Cup aftermath
The Island Cup has come and gone after the Nanaimo Clippers defeated the Victoria Grizzlies 5-4. In a close matchup, the Clippers captured the inaugural title for a tournament created because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. While the BCHL waits to begin its regular season, there were some surprises […]
BCHL Today: Smokies lose captain Schiavon to NCAA, Warriors forward Finley signs NHL contract, and more
Smoke Eaters captain Schiavon commits to Vermont Proud to announce my commitment to play NCAA Division I hockey at the University of Vermont. Thanks to all of my teammates, coaches, friends, billets and everyone else along the way. But most importantly, thank you to my family! #Catamounts pic.twitter.com/biVdYR2e8D — […]


