Story continues below advertisement “The full integration of our five new members, soon-to-be-announced event alliances and an elite group of incoming athletes are going to set the stage for an incredible year.” It marked the second time in recent memory that the BCHL had taken in teams ...
Although they played on different teams in the OJHL, MacLeod and Tverberg were friends and teammates in their minor hockey days. They are currently billeting together in the Alberni Valley. “There was already chemistry with them,” said Martin. “It was a good fit. They’re players that are...
BCHL teams rely on ticket sales, and will have limited or no gate during the first few months of the season while absorbing costs of running a junior hockey program. “We’re certainly having to re-juggle our books and figure out ways to make things work in the larger scheme of...
She also keeps track of Bulldogs’ alumni, following them and their university teams on social media then sharing any news she finds. “I was keeping the fans buzzing when I did a pair of Instagram and Facebook Live interviews with Keaton Mastrodonato and Grayson Valente,” Trott said. “I...
BCHL teams will continue operating under phase-two protocols, which allow for individual on-ice skills and drills. Although the players haven’t been able to take the ice for games or scrimmages, Alberni Valley Bulldogs head coach Joe Martin said they are still practicing Monday to Friday. ...
Sunday’s game was a relatively calm affair, as far as penalties go – Barlow and Howes called only five penalties between the two teams, including two to Surrey Eagles forward Michael Abgrall and one to Rivermen forward Riley Wallack, who is a Semiahmoo Peninsula resident. ...
Split into two teams, the veterans engaged in a three-on-three game. This year’s alumni showcase marked the first time in BCHL history such an event has been played at an outdoor facility. Niedermayer even found the back of the net, with the fans in the stands...
Beginning next season, each team will have staff member assigned to double check scoring plays, and make changes to the online box score when a goal has been incorrectly scored. In-game scoring changes will be announced by the arena’s PA announcer and will be noted on the broadcast. ...
there are unintended consequences for our younger players as well,” added BCHL Executive Director Steven Cocker. “Although they are still allowed on the ice, the fact remains that half of their teammates are not, which essentially means their teams and the league are forced to pause ...
with the NCAA considering them professionals because of the minimal expense stipend they receive from their teams. With the new Name Image Likeness rules — former Iowa hoop star