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Express fans will see a lot of new faces when they return to the Poirier Sports and Leisure Complex – which looks like it will happen this fall. Changes have occurred on and off the ice, making this off-season a tumultuous and busy one for the club. Former Express […]
Born October 18, 2002, in the affluent neighbourhood of North Vancouver, BC, is prospect Kent Johnson. Johnson, a potential lottery pick in the upcoming 2021 National Hockey League draft, has been turning heads on the West Coast with his talent since he was 15 years old. Making a mark […]
The Doyle Cup was the annual event held between the BC Hockey League champions and the Alberta Junior Hockey League champions. The BCHL holds an overall record of 24-18 over the AJHL. In this article, I’ll look at the 2000 edition between the Fort McMurray Oil Barons and the […]
The NHL’s Stanley Cup Playoffs are where the greatest hockey players on the planet look to create or cement their hockey legacies. From the moment they pick up a hockey stick for the very first time as a kid to stepping on the ice for a win-or-go-home game seven, […]
As we continue our relay through the multitude of European nations that players have represented in the BC Hockey League throughout league history, our stops today include one of Canada’s biggest rivals in hockey, Mother Russia. Next, we’ll look at “The Happiest Country in the World” – Denmark, and […]
We have finally gotten to the exciting continent of Europe, which by far produces the most international talent in the BCHL. With at least 152 players representing Europe throughout the league’s history, it is best to have multiple articles highlighting different European countries. On our destinations shortlist today, the […]
For players in the BC Hockey League, the ultimate goal is to utilize their talent and hard work to eventually make their way into the NCAA ranks and pursue a pro career through college hockey. For examples of the success when it comes to the BCHL and the work […]
The Doyle Cup was the annual series held between the BC Hockey League and Alberta Junior Hockey League champions. The BCHL holds an overall record of 24-18 over their Alberta counterparts. In this article, I will look at the 1995 edition between the Chilliwack Chiefs and the Calgary Canucks. […]
Continuing on our world travels through BC Hockey League players past and present, our journey stops over in the wonderous continent of Asia. The BCHL has had at least nine players from three of Asia’s most prominent countries. Some had long-lasting careers in both league and international play, while […]
For young men growing up in St. John’s, Newfoundland, there aren’t many pro hockey success stories to immediately model and aspire towards. Of course, see the magnificent careers of Michael Ryder and Ryane Clowe for context, it isn’t an impossible feat, but the scouting exposure is difficult to attract […]
