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 […]
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Clippers Confidential with Mike Vandekamp (Part 2)
From the grittiness of Prince George and Grande Prairie to the scenic laid back lifestyle of Vancouver Island, Mike Vandekamp enjoyed a new lease on life in the BCHL. After a four-year run with the Alberta Junior Hockey League’s Storm, which culminated in a league championship, “Iron Mike” brought […]
Clippers Confidential with Mike Vandekamp (Part 1)
When longtime junior A coaches come to mind, Mike Vandekamp is at or near the top of the list when it comes to name recognition and reputation. The Fort St. John, BC product has been behind the bench for nearly three decades with several stops and successes at each […]
Clippers Confidential with Sheldon Rempal
When you look up sharpshooter in the dictionary, Sheldon Rempal’s name isn’t very hard to find. The Calgary, Alberta product brought Nanaimo Clippers fans to their feet during his three years on Vancouver Island, lighting the lamp 106 times in three seasons. After finishing his final year of midget […]
Clippers Confidential with Will Reilly
(This article was originally published on February 7, 2021) A star-studded team always requires a last line of defense. Enter Will Reilly. The 23-year-old enjoyed a rock-solid season with the Nanaimo Clippers playing alongside standouts like Sheldon Rempal, Devin Brosseau, Matt Hoover, and Yanni Kaldis. Reilly’s journey to Vancouver […]
Clippers Confidential with Cole Maier
From the coastline of Vancouver Island to the Manitoba capital, Cole Maier makes an impact wherever he goes. The 25-year-old from Pequannock, New Jersey is gearing up for his second pro season with the Manitoba Moose of the American Hockey League. Like most athletes, the COVID-19 pandemic has turned their […]
Clippers Confidential with Jayson Argue
When Jayson Argue reflects back on his time with the Nanaimo Clippers, a sense of excitement still enters his voice. The Swan River, Manitoba product spent two seasons with the orange and black from 2012-14 after lighting it up with the Swan Valley Stampeders of the Manitoba Junior Hockey […]
BCHL Today: Cowichan Valley trades captain to Alberta, Wild add defenseman Clarke, and more
Capitals trade McIntyre to Grande Prairie The Capitals have acquired 18 year old Union commit Nathan Morgan from the Grande Prairie Storm in exchange for 20 year old Dan McIntyre. Welcome to Cowichan Nathan! #BlueCollarhttps://t.co/sNhVmaxGeN — Cowichan Capitals (@cowichancaps) October 4, 2020 The Cowichan Valley Capitals made a significant […]
BCHL Today: Caps make a deal, sign four new players, Eagles confirm King’s commitment to Denver
Johnny Howie, Grande Prairie Storm, Mike Vandekamp, Geoff Grimwood, BCHL, AJHL, Jackson Murphy-Johnson, Vincent Bernier, QCHL, Sorel-Tracy Rebels, Daron Cyr, Fort Saskatchewan Rangers, Shawn Milord, Matt Mazzocchi, Calgary Flames U18 AAA Capitals make three-player trade with Grande Prairie TRADE: The Capitals have acquired 2002 born D Jackson Murphy-Johnson and Future […]
Cowichan Valley Capitals continue to navigate unusual offseason
The Cowichan Valley Capitals had an impressive 2019-20 season. They held first place in the Island Division for much of the season, before ultimately finishing second. The second place finish awarded them home ice advantage and a date with the Powell River Kings in the first round of the […]