As the British Columbia Hockey League continues to be a home for emerging hockey talent, the 2023-24 season showcases a cohort of players born in 2003 who are leaving an indelible mark on the league. In this ranking, we highlight the top 20 players whose skills and performance set them […]
Tag: Victoria Grizzlies
Five BCHL alumni in action at this year’s Spengler Cup
I’m not sure why, but I’ve always been drawn to watching the Spengler Cup. Maybe it’s the majestic imagery of the tournament being held during the magical holiday season in a gorgeous Alpine resort in the Swiss Alps. Maybe it’s the fact that the tournament doesn’t attract the same stakes […]
Eight current, former BCHL players representing their countries at World Junior Championships
(British Columbia Hockey League official media release) With the IIHF U20 World Championship just a few days away, rosters are now set for the tournament and there will be three current BCHL players and one league alumnus suiting up for their countries. In addition, four other current BCHLers took part […]
No holiday trade freeze in the BCHL this year
Although customary in previous years, the British Columbia Hockey League’s departure from the Canadian Junior Hockey League and Hockey Canada this past spring means there’s no holiday trade freeze this year. In the past BCHL clubs weren’t permitted to make trades with CJHL teams between Dec. 10 and New Year’s […]
The final season of the Williams Lake Timberwolves
In the 2009-10 season, the Williams Lake Timberwolves played their final season in the British Columbia Hockey League. It came after the T-Wolves had taken a two-season leave of absence from the league. After their final season ended, the franchise was suspended by the BCHL for not being in good […]
Connections between the BCHL and the Maine Nordiques
Since the COVID-19 pandemic ended, the British Columbia Hockey League has developed a unique tie with one North American Hockey League team. This relationship has resulted in several BCHL teams recruiting players from the Maine Nordiques and the Nords U18 AAA squad. Likewise, the NAHL’s Nords have added several players […]
The BCHL Road Show and the future of junior hockey in Quesnel
Last month, the BCHL announced details for its 2023 Road Show Series. On Nov. 25-26, the BCHL will host two regular season games in Quesnel, BC. Playing those two games are the Victoria Grizzlies and the Cowichan Valley Capitals. It’s the first time the Grizzlies and Capitals participate in the Road […]
2023-24 BCHL jersey watch
Well, it’s that time of year again when I bring you the next installment of my jersey watch series for the 2023-24 B.C. Hockey League season. In addition to it being a monumental time for the BCHL as the first season without being governed by Hockey Canada, it’s also a […]
Victoria Grizzlies 2023-24 schedule breakdown
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 […]
Examining Cowichan Valley’s 2007 playoff run
In a past article, I wrote about the recent history of the Cowichan Valley Capitals because the past several seasons were pretty eventful for the team. Related: The recent history of the Cowichan Valley Capitals In their history, the Capitals have had two deep playoff runs. In 1994, they advanced […]