Heading into the 2020-21 season, the Vernon Vipers are a young team. Only six players returned from last year and are looked upon to lead a new core. In previous articles this fall, I looked at Jojo Tanaka- Campbell and Trey Taylor. Now it’s time to get reacquainted with the […]
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Vees in the season: November 2020
It was a November to remember in another edition of Vees in the season. Traditionally, the Vees would be in the thick of the BCHL season. Still, with COVID-19, the league took a different approach in playing tournament-style for teams within close proximity, which in essence was an extended […]
Conducting the offense: the best Express forwards of the 2000s
(This article was originally published on Nov. 27, 2020.) After examining the best Express goalies and defensemen of all time, it’s time to take a look at the best forwards in Express history. Let’s start at the beginning with a look at the first decade of the franchise’s existence. […]
Meet the Salmon Arm Silverbacks: Logan Shaw
Logan Shaw is one of the veteran forwards returning to play for the Salmon Arm Silverbacks this season. He is entering his third year with the team and his veteran expertise is imperative heading into such an unusual season. Shaw grew up in Calgary, Alberta, and began his hockey […]
BCHL 2020-21 jersey watch
I got this idea from a website the watches for jersey leaks and rumors on the NHL called Icethetics.com. With BC Hockey League teams, I’ll look at some of the jersey changes coming this season that you might not have noticed. I did do an article earlier this year […]
Life as a BCHL mascot
(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 […]
A look at the career of Penticton alum Tanner Glass
(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 […]
Defending the zone: the top Express defensemen of all time
(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 […]
Bowie and Reeves enjoying life with the Spruce Kings
A pair of Prince George Cougars are looking to take a bite out of the BC Hockey League. Thanks to the temporary player transfer agreement between the Western Hockey League and junior A, junior B, and U18 levels, Connor Bowie and Aiden Reeves find themselves with the Prince George […]
The Cents best single-season offensive performance of the last 10 years
(This article was originally published on Nov. 11, 2020.) Merritt Centennials franchise history is dotted with outstanding offensive performances. Whether it was the likes of Darrell Zelinski and Ken Stroud tearing it up in the 70s, Brent Demerais and Pat Ryan dominating in the 80s, Joe Rybar and Bill […]