(This article was originally published on Dec. 21, 2020.) The National Hockey League came out with a set of reverse retro jerseys for all 31 of its teams earlier this fall. Some came out fantastic, others not so much. It got me thinking about what BC Hockey League versions […]
Tag: Chilliwack Chiefs
BCHL Today: Chiefs add new goaltending coach, a number of alumni look to make a mark in the SPHL, and more
Chiefs bring in Skapski as new goalie coach NEWS: Chiefs hire Mackenzie Skapski as new goaltending coach βHe is a very well respected young coach with a bright future and an eagerness to continue to improve. He has a clear vision for what he can bring to our goaltenders.β […]
BCHL Today: Alberni Valley’s Pearson commits to Yale, Wenatchee adds twin brothers for 2021-22, and more
Pearson goes from Bulldogs to Bulldogs Proud to announce my commitment to play Division 1 college hockey at Yale University. I would like to thank my family, friends, coaches and teammates for helping me along the way pic.twitter.com/A6U8sWtxpp — Luke Pearson (@lukepearson30) December 16, 2020 Alberni Valley Bulldogs goaltender Luke […]
Victoria Grizzlies Island Cup aftermath
The Island Cup has come and gone after the Nanaimo Clippers defeated the Victoria Grizzlies 5-4. In a close matchup, the Clippers captured the inaugural title for a tournament created because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. While the BCHL waits to begin its regular season, there were some surprises […]
Age of majority a major challenge for BCHL teams
The latest order from Provincial Health Officer Dr. Bonnie Henry to combat the spread of the COVID-19 virus has certainly put a bigger wrench into BC Hockey League teams’ plans to have scrimmages – and even practices – as they get ready for the 2020-21 regular season. Prior to […]
Victoria Grizzlies vs. Powell River Kings: A decade of rivalry
In the last decade, an intense rivalry has developed between the Victoria Grizzlies and Powell River Kings. Both teams are often among the best in the league, and they have also faced each other often during the postseason. Since 2011, the Grizzlies and Kings faced off several times in […]
Chiefs alumni look: Corey deMoissac
The Chilliwack Chiefs were a very tough and rugged team in the early 1990s. Most of it came from having farm boys from Alberta on the squad. St. Paul, a town two hours northeast of Edmonton, was a pipeline of talented players for the Chiefs. The likes of Harvey […]
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 […]
BCHL Today: Vees add defenseman from Quebec, Chiefs bring back Penney, Bulldogs make Nause signing official, and more
Vees add WJAC silver medallist Chapleau NEWS: The Vees have acquired D Philippe Chapleau ('00) from the @cflongueuilaaa in exchange for future considerations! Welcome to Penticton, Philippe! DETAILS π | https://t.co/8qYYsqv1hD#BCHL pic.twitter.com/BKw9LRIwsa — Penticton Vees (@PentictonVees) November 21, 2020 The Penticton Vees made a trade on Friday that sees […]
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 […]


