For the Victoria Grizzlies, their 2023-24 season is officially underway. It is a season of changes for Victoria and the British Columbia Hockey League. For the Grizzlies, 2023-24 is their 30th season in the BCHL. The team’s inaugural season was 1994-95 when they were known as the Victoria Salsa. This […]
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BCHL Bulletin: Davidson hopes to impress Norway U20 brass, Eagles fly in Bonkowski for 2022-23, and more!
Cents defender Davidson goes camping with Norway 2004-born Merritt Centennials defender Liam Davidson has been invited to camp with Norway’s U20 national team. Davidson, who played for Norway in April’s World U18 Division I Group A Hockey Championship, had a goal and three assists in 40 games for the Cents […]
Victoria Grizzlies 2022-23 schedule profile
With the 2022-23 BC Hockey League season fast approaching, the Victoria Grizzlies are looking for a better result after suffering a first-round exit against the Langley Rivermen. In the off-season, Rylan Ferster became the Grizzlies’ new head coach and general manager, replacing Craig Didmon in both roles. With this article, […]
Examining recent Victoria Grizzlies alumni to play in the American Hockey League
Over its history, the Victoria Grizzlies have seen several alumni play professional hockey. While some players made the National Hockey League, others skated in the minor leagues. Players like Jamie and Jordie Benn, Alex Newhook, and Tyler Bozak are currently on NHL teams while others like Myles, Gerry, and Leo […]
Grizzlies’ Den Members: The Westhaver brothers
This is a short article about the Westhaver brothers and their history with the Victoria Grizzlies.
BCHL Today: 10 with BCHL ties selected in NAHL Draft, Clippers bring in Morozoff, and more!
10 current, former and incoming BCHL players selected in NAHL Entry Draft By my count, here are the #BCHL related numbers from today's #NAHLDraft ➡ Six current or former BCHL players selected➡ Four incoming players for 2021-22 selected Of the 10 incoming, current, or former BCHL players drafted, two are […]
Former Grizzlies’ den members: Tyler Bozak
Of the several former Victoria Grizzlies to make the National Hockey League, Tyler Bozak is one of the greatest. A prolific point producer, Bozak often led Victoria in scoring during his three seasons. Bozak is part of two groups with the franchise. He started as a member of the […]
BCHL awards history dotted with Grizzlies and Salsa players
In their 26 year history, the Victoria Grizzlies players have racked up an impressive amount of awards. Everyone from coaches to players was awarded hardware during their time with the team. Some of these awards were given to players who are now in the National Hockey League. Others were […]
Former Grizzlies’ den members: The Fitzgerald brothers
(This article was originally published on Mar. 14, 2021) When looking at Victoria Grizzlies alumni, the Fitzgerald brothers stand out. They stand out for their skill and because they’re unique. The brothers are identical triplets who played for Victoria from 2012-14. Aside from putting up impressive points totals, the […]
BCHL Today: Bottini, Fust, and Switzerland win at World Juniors, Chiefs add Tanner for 2021-22, and more
Bottini notches an assist in Switzerland’s World Juniors win An 🍎 for Stefano Bottini helps @SwissIceHockey to a 2-1 lead in the 2nd period!#BCHL | #WorldJuniors https://t.co/OAKB78N9cS — Penticton Vees (@PentictonVees) December 23, 2020 Penticton Vees forward Stefano Bottini had an assist on a second period goal for Switzerland […]