For the Cowichan Valley Capitals, their recent history has been eventful. During the 2019 playoffs, the Capitals pulled off an upset win against the powerhouse Penticton Vees. In 2020, the Caps were ready for a deep playoff run. However, the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic robbed Cowichan Valley of the […]
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BCHL Bulletin: Grizzlies add four new recruits, Murray commits to Merritt for 2022-23, and more!
Grizzlies bring in Hardy for 2022-23 The Victoria Grizzlies have added 2003-born forward Owen Hardy for the 2022-23 BC Hockey League season. The Stittsville, ON native is into his second season at Lake Forest Academy in Illinois. Through 16 games this season, Hardy has nine goals and 18 points. Andonovski […]
BCHL Bulletin: Nanaimo snags Kotylak from Calgary for Forfellow, Good commits to the University of Vermont, and more!
Nanaimo adds Kotylak from Calgary for Forfellow The Nanaimo Clippers have acquired 2002-born forward Ben Kotylak from the Calgary Canucks of the Alberta Junior Hockey League in exchange for 2002-born defenseman Owen Forfellow. The deal represents a return to his home province for Kotylak as he hails from North Vancouver, […]
BCHL Bulletin: Kings bring in goaltender Smith, BCHL DOPS suspends Klassen and Rickwood, and more!
Kings sign MJHL veteran netminder Smith The Powell River Kings have added a third goaltender to their crease with the signing of 2001-born Matthias Smith, who hails from Courtenay, BC. His signing was a necessity after 2002-born Thomas Wardle and 2003-born Zak Brice both recently went down with injuries. Smith […]
BCHL Bulletin: Express, Vees, and Caps swing a three-way deal, Cowichan adds Bidewell to its crease, and more!
Express, Vees, and Capitals connect on a three-way trade The Coquitlam Express, Penticton Vees, and Cowichan Valley Capitals hooked up on a three-way trade on Friday. First, the Express sent 2001-born forward Shane LaVelle to the Capitals for 2003-born defenseman Owen Simpson. Then Coquitlam moved Simpson to the Vees for […]
Major junior transplants in the BCHL
Over the years, many players with major junior experience have come to play in the BCHL. On the flip side, a number of BCHL players have moved on to major junior teams. Current Dallas Stars captain Jamie Benn is a famous example of this. He played parts of three seasons […]
New den members: Fresh faces for the Victoria Grizzlies
The Victoria Grizzlies continue to recruit new players for the 2021-22 season. Through trades and signings, Victoria has spent the entire off-season building its roster. Forward Timothy Kim and goaltender Kyle Kelsey are among the newest to join the Grizzlies, and both come from the BC U18 AAA League. Kim played for […]
BCHL Today: Eagles and Clippers add new recruits, Smokies bring Lowe back to the BCHL, and more!
Surrey signs forward Plante NEWS: The Eagles are delighted to announce the commitment of @YHA_Lions forward Joel Plante! The 16-year-old registered 7 points in 5 games last season. #SoarWithUs 🔗: https://t.co/tWZUnVqDVy pic.twitter.com/B9YpotdFjT — Surrey Eagles (@SurreyEagles) September 1, 2021 The Surrey Eagles announced the signing of 2005-born forward Joel […]
BCHL Today: Grizzlies sign OHL defenseman Hiebert, Vipers blueliner Donohoe commits to MacEwan University, and more!
Grizzlies add Hiebert from the Ontario Hockey League The Victoria Grizzlies are thrilled to announce the signing of 2001 born defenceman Clark Hiebert from the Guelph Storm of the #OHL Welcome to the team Clark #WeAreGrizzlies pic.twitter.com/xA3a7HY7Pq — Victoria Grizzlies (@BCHLGrizzlies) September 1, 2021 The Victoria Grizzlies have signed […]
Cowichan Valley Capitals upcoming 2021-22 season
The Cowichan Valley Capitals are experiencing several changes ahead of the upcoming 2021-22 season. Several players from last season’s team have moved on. Capitals general manager and head coach Brian Passmore has been busy building next season’s roster. While their roster is under construction, the Capitals are also welcoming […]


