In the second week of September, the Vernon Vipers returned to Kal Tire Place for training camp. Usually, at this time of year, the team has begun their season already, but not his year. I caught up with Vipers head coach and general manager Jason McKee to discuss how training […]
Tag: BCHL
What if BCHL team names were based on wildlife from around each franchise’s region?
(This article was originally published on Sep. 16, 2020.) A lot of sports teams around the world have used, and still do use, monikers that represent animals. Most notably in the National Hockey League, there are the Bruins, Penguins, Panthers, Ducks, Sharks, Wild, Coyotes, Predators, and soon to be […]
BCHL commissioner Chris Hebb Q&A: league approves alternative scenario for 2020-21
The BCHL sent out a news release on Friday outlining the Board of Governors’ approval of an alternative scenario that sees the league be able to conduct a 2020-21 season, even without fans in the arenas. The new scenario includes a pay-to-play model for all players in the league. In […]
BCHL Today: League signs partnership with The Coaches Site, Bucks co-owner returns to the NHL, and more
League strikes partnership with The Coaches Site The BCHL and The Coaches Site announce official partnership for 2020-21 season RELEASE: https://t.co/VSBGCkGYw0 📸 @garrettjames22 pic.twitter.com/ztH5qldsu1 — BC Hockey League (@GoBCHL) September 10, 2020 The BC Hockey League announced a partnership with The Coaches Site for the 2020-21 season on Thursday. […]
BCHL Today: League governors to vote on a shortened season, full face shields coming, and more
BCHL governors voting on abbreviated season Mandatory full face shields and pay to play…just a few things BCHL is planning for potential upcoming season…Back on the ice, BCHL teams open up training camps https://t.co/XVgUk2WdbQ — JAY JANOWER (@JayJanower) September 10, 2020 Global TV sports reporter Jay Janower (nine goals, […]
Salmon Arm Silverbacks summer recap: trades, advancements, and more
With an interesting series of events capping off last season for the Salmon Arm Silverbacks, the team will have a new look this upcoming season. The advancement of three defensemen, six forwards, and their starting netminder means a total of ten players leave the Backs with some work to […]
Clippers jockeying for long-term stability
Stability in junior hockey can be tricky at the best of times, but given the time we are in with the COVID-19 pandemic, teams across the BCHL are doing everything they can to stay viable. Securing a long-term lease agreement is one of those key components, however, for the […]
Mmm Mmm bad? Campbell departs the Nanaimo Clippers
Tali Campbell lived out one of his childhood dreams working for his hometown team, the Nanaimo Clippers. After just under a year as the organization’s general manager and more than a year and a half with the team, Campbell made the decision to step down earlier a mere few […]
The history of the Spruce Kings-Chilliwack Chiefs rivalry
In July, I wrote an article about the Spruce Kings rivalry with the Quesnel Millionaires. After the Millionaires relocated to Chilliwack in 2011, that edition of the rivalry ended. While I don’t think any team can replace Quesnel as Prince George’s main rival the Chiefs have come very close […]
Catching up with Vipers great Hunter Bishop
Hunter Bishop played in two and a half seasons in Vernon between 2005 and 2008. He was known for being a goalscorer and leader, on and off the ice. It’s been 12 years since Bishop last played for the Snakes and since then he played pro in both North […]
