After the 2021-22 season, three members of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs left for the same NCAA school. Forwards Stephen Castagna, Arlo Merritt, and defender Ryan Nause all currently play for the Bentley University Falcons. It’s not all that uncommon for players to play together at the same school. Karter McNarland […]
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Revisiting Alberni Valley’s acquisition of Arlo Merritt
Last season, the Alberni Valley Bulldogs were preparing for a deep playoff run and on January 5, 2022, made a trade with the Coquitlam Express. The Bulldogs acquired 2001-born forward Arlo Merritt from the Coquitlam Express for 2004-born forward Mirko Buttazzoni and future considerations. For both teams, the trade served […]
Alberni Valley Bulldogs: Graduating players and eligible returnees
The Alberni Valley Bulldogs had a fantastic season in 2021-22, finishing as Coastal Conference champions. The Bulldogs had high hopes entering the post-season, but a disappointing result. Alberni Valley topped the Cowichan Valley Capitals in a four-game sweep before being upset by the Langley Rivermen in six games in the […]
BCHL Today: Campbell commits to Quinnipiac University, Grizzlies get Schwebius’ rights from Salmon Arm, and more!
Express defenseman Campbell commits to Quinnipiac Coquitlam Express defenseman Matthew Campbell has committed to Quinnipiac University to play NCAA Division I hockey. Campbell, a 2003-born blueliner from North Vancouver, BC, has four assists in eight games with the Express this season. He had a goal and seven assists in 17 […]
BCHL Today: Vees alternate captain McDonald suspended one game, Kehler goes camping with Rapid City, and more!
BCHL suspends Vees forward Casey McDonald The BCHL Department of Player Safety has suspended Penticton Vees F Casey McDonald 1 game for receiving an Instigator penalty, a Fighting major and a game misconduct.https://t.co/xS4MiWIRj8 — BCHL Department of Player Safety (@BCHL_DOPS) October 16, 2021 The BC Hockey League department of […]
BCHL Today: Chiefs alum Tambellini wins Stanley Cup, Rivermen add Levyy for 2021-22, and more!
Chiefs alum Tambellini wins the Stanley Cup Congratulations to #ChwkChiefs alumni Jeff Tambellini and @TBLightning on their Stanley Cup win! Tambellini who played for the Chiefs from 2000-2002 now serves as a scout with the Tampa Bay! pic.twitter.com/QIlGBYnkJZ — Chilliwack Chiefs (@Chiefs_Hockey) July 8, 2021 Tampa Bay Lightning pro scout […]
BCHL Today: Season delayed at least another month, King is off to Denver, Merritt bolts from the Express to the USHL, and more
2020-21 BCHL season delayed yet again Extension of PHO restrictions pushes BCHL season start to February RELEASE: https://t.co/u8bPv62ZRP pic.twitter.com/LzHLKZs5eW — BC Hockey League (@GoBCHL) January 8, 2021 With the extension of the current Provincial Health Officer’s order to Feb. 5, which in part restricts hockey to operate under viaSport […]
BCHL Today: Chiefs and Express make a big trade, Silverbacks continue to add scoring, and more
Chiefs pick up Rizzo from Coquitlam NEWS: Chiefs Acquire Rizzo from the Coquitlam Express 🖇 https://t.co/0KYipBaCyg pic.twitter.com/WCLVUGe8iX — Chilliwack Chiefs (@Chiefs_Hockey) October 19, 2020 The Coquitlam Express made a sizeable trade on Monday, sending 2001-born forward Massimo Rizzo to the Chilliwack Chiefs for 2001-born forward Arlo Merritt and future […]
Surrey Eagles return home down 2-0 against Chilliwack
After dominating the season series against the Chiefs, the Eagles are down 2-0 against Chilliwack after losing games one and two on the road. They head home for game three on Monday and game four on Tuesday, looking to extend the series. Game One "We finally adjusted to the game […]
Caron pitches shutout as Chiefs take 2-0 series lead over Surrey
The Chilliwack Chiefs put their number one power play to work as they defeated Surrey 2-0 in game 2 to take a commanding 2-0 lead. Caron stopped 32 shots for the shutout. The first period saw Surrey come out flying, putting 14 shots on Caron. Chilliwack stuck first blood again […]