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The recent history of the Cowichan Valley Capitals

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 […]

BCHL Bulletin: Bentham recruited to Powell River for 2022-23, Naylor hired as GM/head coach in OCN, and more!

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Bentham joins the Kings for 2022-23 The Powell River Kings have added 2005-born defender Caleb Bentham as a new recruit for the upcoming 2022-23 season. The Victoria, BC product spent 2021-22 with the South Island Royals U18 AAA in the BC Elite Hockey League and posted five goals and 22 […]

BCHL Bulletin: Bongo is back in Surrey for 2022-23, Waldie leaves Spruce Kings broadcast booth, and more!

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Bongo back in Surrey in 2022-23 The Surrey Eagles announced on Friday that 2003-born forward Jake Bongo will return to the BC Hockey League squad for the 2022-23 season. Bongo, from Ridgefield, CT, was originally set to attend Sacred Heart University this September. He led the Eagles in scoring in […]

More major junior transplants in the BCHL

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Previously, I wrote about a handful of players with major junior experience who came to play in the BC Hockey League. These players joined BCHL teams for several reasons, but a big motivator was the opportunity to get playing time or they were squeezed out by the Western Hockey League’s […]

Cowichan Valley Capitals upcoming 2021-22 season

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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 […]

BCHL Today: Bennett commits to McGill University, Masson leaves UAA for France, and more!

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Bennett commits to McGill University NEWS: We are thrilled to announce that graduating forward @drewbennett91 has committed to play @USPORTS_Hockey for @McGillHockey, one of the oldest & most successful programs in Canadian University hockey! Congrats Drew!#GoBacksGo pic.twitter.com/mxdTNf6HcR — Salmon Arm Silverbacks (@SASilverbacks) June 18, 2021 Salmon Arm Silverbacks forward Drew […]

BCHL Today: Backs forward Poirier off to McGill, Grizzlies add Rickwood, Cents alum Granowicz wins rookie award, and more

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Silverbacks forward Poirier commits to McGill We're extremely happy to share that @wpoirier13 has committed to play @USPORTSca hockey for @McGillAthletics next season! Congrats Willy! 🔗 | https://t.co/t1GoG8E9Qh📸 | @cjaksfowler#ALLin2020 #BCHL pic.twitter.com/3laLUZEIZo — Salmon Arm Silverbacks (@SASilverbacks) April 13, 2020 Salmon Arm Silverbacks forward William Poirier has committed to McGill […]