Vernon Vipers Lose Both Final Road Games:

The Vernon Vipers lost both of their final two regular season road games over the weekend.

Here is the story from castanet.net,

Vernon Vipers lose two games during penultimate weekend of the 2024/25 season - BCHL - Castanet.net

Living the Dream in the BCHL | Erik Pastro & Vernon Vipers

Born and raised in Vernon, BC Erik Pastro is living out his childhood

dream being the captain of his hometown Vernon Vipers.

Here is the video from the BCHL YouTube page,

Living the Dream in the BCHL | Erik Pastro & Vernon Vipers

On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Fourteen years ago today (March 24th 2011) Vernon Vipers forward Aaron

Hadley scored at 5:43 of overtime, giving the Vernon Vipers a 3-2 overtime win over the Salmon Arm Silverbacks in front of 2,315 fans at Wesbild Centre. Kirby Halcrow made 24 saves in the win, while Kris Moore made 32 saves in the loss in Game 5 of the 2nd round of the playoffs. Vernon went on to win the best of seven series 4-2.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Salmon Arm Silverbacks @ Vernon Vipers Thursday, March 24, 2011 | BCHL League Site

Here are the highlights from Patrick Haas's YouTube page,

Salmon Arm Silverbacks 2 @ Vernon Vipers 3 (OT) (Game 5/Round 3)

Aaron Hadley's Player Profile:

Aaron Hadley - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

BCHL News & Trades:

BCHL News & Trades:

Extending The Pipeline: Coy Pighin

Extending the Pipeline: Coy Pighin | Okotoks Oilers

WHL To Announce Expansion This Week:

WHL to announce expansion this week - Sportsnet.ca

2025 BCHL Futures Series Camp:

Registration now open for 2025 Futures Series camps in Toronto and Gatineau | BCHL League Site

Clippers Clinch Playoff Spot:

The Clippers clinched a BCHL playoff spot with a win over the Capitals | NanaimoNewsNOW | Nanaimo news, sports, weather, real estate, classifieds and more

Bulldogs Sign DeLaurentis For 2025-26 Season:

Bulldogs announce signing of Joseph DeLaurentis for 2025-2026 | Alberni Valley Bulldogs

Vees Making Announcement On Monday:

Vees making an announcement Monday morning | Sports | pentictonherald.ca

Extending The Pipeline: Ryan Boyce

Extending the Pipeline: Ryan Boyce | Okotoks Oilers

Szczygiel Commits To Spruce Kings For 2025-26 Season:

Spruce Kings Commit to Dominic Szczygiel | Prince George Spruce Kings

Community Still Key For Cranbrook Bucks:

Community still key for Cranbrook Bucks - My East Kootenay Now

How The New NCAA Eligibility Rule Is Affecting The SJHL:

How the new NCAA eligibility rule is affecting the SJHL | battlefordsNOW

Silverbacks Clinch Playoff Spot:

Salmon Arm Silverbacks cinch playoff berth with 7-3 win over Cranbrook Bucks - BCHL - Castanet.net

WHL Adding Penticton Next Season & Chilliwack For 2026-27 Season:

WHL adding Penticton Vees next season and Chilliwack team for 2026-27 | Sports | pentictonherald.ca

Extending The Pipeline: Jamie Hikida

Extending the Pipeline: Jamie Hikida | Okotoks Oilers

On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Twenty years ago today (March 23rd 2005) Vernon Vipers forward/captain Mark

Nelson scores at 5:57 of the fourth overtime, giving the Vernon Vipers a 3-2 overtime win over the Penticton Vees in front of 1933 fans at the Penticton Memorial Arena in Game 4 of the 1st round of the playoffs. Jon Olthuis made 62 saves in the win, while Corey Milan made 60 saves in the loss. With the win, Vernon would win the best of seven series 4-0.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Vernon Vipers @ Penticton Vees Wednesday, March 23, 2005 | BCHL League Site

Mark Nelson's Player Profile:

Mark Nelson - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Sherwood Park Crusaders Postgame Interview With Jeremy Loranger:

Sherwood Park Crusaders forward Jeremy Loranger opens the scoring at 5:05 of

the 1st period.

Here is Jeremy Loranger's opening goal from the BCHL X page,

BCHL on X: "Dach and Loranger connect to get the bears flying in Sherwood Park! 🤜🤛 🎙️ @Bmsob2 #BCHL | @SPcrusaders https://t.co/7CPPxjFApB" / X

Brett Sobchyshyn talks with Sherwood Park Crusaders forward Jeremy Loranger after Saturday's Sherwood Park Crusaders/Vernon Vipers game. Loranger had four points in a 7-3 victory over the Vipers.

Here is the Crusaders post game interview from the Sherwood Park Crusaders YouTube page,

Postgame Interview - Saturday March 22 - Vernon - YouTube

Jeremy Loranger's Player Profile:

Jérémy Loranger - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Everblades Place Ex Viper Forward Lansdell On 14-Day Injured Reserve:

The ECHL Florida Everblades have placed former Vernon Vipers

forward Jesse Lansdell on the 14-day injured reserve.

Here is the transaction from the ECHL website,

Official Site of The ECHL | ECHL Transactions - Feb. 19

Lansdell is in his second season with the ECHL Florida Everblades. In 51 games, Lansdell has (12-goals-21-assists-33-points).

Lansdell split the 2023-24 season with the University of Nebraska-Omaha & the ECHL Florida Everblades. Lansdell started the 2023-24 season at the University of Nebraska-Omaha before signing his first professional contract with the ECHL Florida Everblades April 1st 2024.In 6 games with the Everblades last season, Lansdell collected (2-goals-0-assists-2-points). Lansdell and the Everblades won the 2024 Kelly Cup. 

Lansdell played four seasons at the University of Notre Dame from 2019-2023.

Lansdell played parts of three seasons with the Vernon Vipers from 2016-2019. The Vipers traded defenceman Mitch Oliver October 15th 2016 to the Chilliwack Chiefs for Jesse Lansdell. In 127 games with the Vipers, Lansdell collected (31-goals-60-assists-91-points).

Jesse Lansdell's Player Profile:

Jesse Lansdell - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Game Recap - "Teddy Bear Toss Night" Sherwood Park Crusaders 7 Vernon Vipers 3

The Sherwood Park Crusaders improve to 32-19-1-0 after a 7-3 win over the 15-31-6-0 Vernon Vipers in front of 903 fans at the Sherwood Park arena in Sherwood Park, Alberta.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Vernon Vipers @ Sherwood Park Crusaders Saturday, March 22, 2025 | BCHL League Site

Game Report,

Game Report

Text Box Score,

Official statistics powered by LeagueStat.com

Vernon Junior Hockey History website,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Eleven years ago today (March 22nd 2014) Vernon Vipers forward Michael

McNicholas scores at 2:00 of overtime, giving the Vernon Vipers a 4-3 overtime victory over the Penticton Vees in front of 3,142 fans at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Game 7 of the Interior Division Finals. Austin Smith made 23 saves in the win, while Olivier Mantha made 23 saves in the loss. Vernon would win the best of seven series 4-3.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Vernon Vipers @ Penticton Vees Saturday, March 22, 2014 | BCHL League Site

Here is Michael McNicholas's overtime winning goal,

Michael McNicholas Game 7 OT Winner Vipers vs Penticton Vees

Here are the highlights from Game 7,

2014-03-22 Penticton Vees Vs Vernon Vipers - Fred Page Cup - Interior Finals - Game 7

Michael McNicholas's Player Profile:

Michael McNicholas - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Vernon Vipers-Spruce Grove Saints Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Spruce Grove Saints highlights from March 21st 2025 in front of 781 fans at the Grant Fuhr Arena in Spruce Grove, Alberta.

Image credit: Spruce Grove Saints

Here are the highlights from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Vernon at Spruce Grove [3-21-2025]

Here are the highlights from the Spruce Grove Saints YouTube page,

Highlights vs. Vernon (Mar. 21)

Post Game interview with Saints defenceman James Richards from the Spruce Grove Saints X page,

Spruce Grove Saints on X: ""That one feels really good tonight, the boys battled hard for that one" James Richards spoke post-game following the Saints win over the Vipers! #BCHL https://t.co/ri8QngUBSf" / X

Spruce Grove Saints Hit Of The Game Provided By Ryan Johnstone:

Spruce Grove Saints forward Ryan Johnstone with the Hit of the Game on

Vernon Vipers defenceman Eric Johnston during the Saints 3-2 victory over the visiting Vernon Vipers March 21st 2025.

Here is the Hit of the Game from the Spruce Grove Saints X page,

Spruce Grove Saints on X: "Tonight's Hit of the Game provided by Ryan Johnstone! @ATHXperformance https://t.co/cAFGepXRob" / X

Ryan Jonstone's Player Profile:

Ryan Johnstone - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Game Preview: "Teddy Bear Toss Night" Vernon Vipers @ Sherwood Park Crusaders:

15-30-6-0 Vernon Vipers @ 31-19-1-0 Sherwood Park Crusaders 6pm

Tonight is the fourth and final regular season meeting between the Vernon Vipers & Sherwood Park Crusaders.

Vernon Vipers Regular Season Record/Stats vs the Sherwood Park Crusaders since the 2024-25 regular season. (The Sherwood Park Crusaders franchise joined the BCHL in February 2024)

Games Played: 3

Wins: 0

Losses: 2

Overtime Wins: 0

Overtime Losses: 1

Shootout Wins: 0

Shootout Losses: 0

Overtime Record: 0-1

Shootout Record: 0-0

Home Record: 0-1-1-0

Road Record: 0-1-0-0

Vernon Junior Hockey Franchise History:

1961-1962 Vernon Jr Canadians

1962-1967 Vernon Blades

1967-1973 Vernon Essos

1973-1978 Vernon Vikings

1979-1980 No team

1980-1995 Vernon Lakers

1995-Present Vernon Vipers

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Game Recap - Spruce Grove Saints 3 Vernon Vipers 2

The Spruce Grove Saints improve to 18-27-6-0 after a 3-2 victory over the 15-30-6-0 Vernon Vipers in front of 781 fans at the Grant Fuhr Arena in Spruce Grove, Alberta.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Vernon Vipers @ Spruce Grove Saints Friday, March 21, 2025 | BCHL League Site

Game Report,

Game Report

Text Box Score,

Official statistics powered by LeagueStat.com

Vernon Junior Hockey History website,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

Vipers Alumni Taylor/Golden Knights Advance To ECAC Hockey Championship Game:

Former Vernon Vipers defenceman Trey Taylor had a goal & an assist

in the Clarkson Golden Knights 4-1 victory over Dartmouth on Friday to advance to the ECAC Hockey Championship game Saturday vs Cornell.

Here is the press release from the Clarkson Golden Knights website,

Knights Advance to ECAC Title Tilt with 4-1 Win Over Dartmouth - Clarkson University Athletics

Taylor is in his third season at Clarkson University. Taylor has been nominated for the 2025 Hobey Baker Memorial Award. In 38 games, Taylor has (9-goals-20-assists-29-points).

Taylor was invited to the Philadelphia Flyers Development Camp in July 2024.

Taylor played three seasons in Vernon with the Vipers from 2018-2021 before leaving for the United States Hockey League Youngstown Phantoms. The Phantoms selected Taylor 31st overall May 28th 2021 in Round 3 in Phase 2 of the Unites States Hockey League Draft. Taylor played the 2021-22 season with the Phantoms before joining Clarkson University in 2022. 

Taylor played three seasons in Vernon with the Vipers from 2018-2021. In 125 games with the Vipers, Taylor collected (8-goals-32-assists-40-points). 

Trey Taylor's Player Profile:

Trey Taylor - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Game Preview: Vernon Vipers @ Spruce Grove Saints:

15-29-6-0 Vernon Vipers @ 17-27-6-0 Spruce Grove Saints 6pm

Tonight is the fourth and final regular season meeting between the Vernon Vipers & Spruce Grove Saints. 

Vernon Vipers Regular Season Record/Stats vs the Spruce Grove Saints since the 2024-25 regular season. (The Spruce Grove Saints franchise joined the BCHL in February 2024)

Games Played: 3

Wins: 2

Losses: 1

Overtime Wins: 0

Overtime Losses: 0

Shootout Wins: 0

Shootout Losses: 0

Overtime Record: 0-0

Shootout Record: 0-0

Home Record: 2-0-0-0

Road Record: 0-1-0-0

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On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Eighteen years ago today ( March 20th 2007) Vernon Vipers forward Hunter

Bishop tied the game 3-3 with his second goal of the game at 19:02 of the 3rd period, before scoring at 4:23 of the third overtime, giving the Vernon Vipers a 4-3 triple overtime victory over the Trail Smoke Eaters in front of 1117 fans at Cominco Arena in Game 4 of the 2nd round of the playoffs. Nick Olynyk made 45 saves in the win, while Cole Anderson made 50 saves in the loss. Vernon would win the best of seven series 4-3.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Vernon Vipers @ Trail Smoke Eaters Tuesday, March 20, 2007 | BCHL League Site

Hunter Bishop's Player Profile:

Hunter Bishop - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Fifteen years ago today (March 20th 2010) Vernon Vipers forward Rob Short scored at 2:20 of overtime, giving the Vernon Vipers a 3-2 overtime win over the Penticton Vees in front of 1853 fans at Wesbild Centre in Game 2 of the 2nd round of the playoffs. Graeme Gordon made 18 saves in the win, while Sean Bonar made 34 saves in the loss. Vernon would win the best of seven series 4-2.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Penticton Vees @ Vernon Vipers Saturday, March 20, 2010 | BCHL League Site

Rob Short's Player Profile:

Rob Short - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Ten years ago today (March 20th 2015) Vernon Vipers forward Luke Voltin scored at 5:37 of double overtime, giving the Vernon Vipers a 4-3 double overtime win over the Penticton Vees in front of 2,747 fans at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Game 5 of the 2nd round of the playoffs. Danny Todosychuk made 48 saves in the win, while Hunter Miska made 36 saves in the loss. Penticton would win the best of seven series 4-3.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Vernon Vipers @ Penticton Vees Friday, March 20, 2015 | BCHL League Site

Luke Voltin's Player Profile:

Luke Voltin - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

City Of Vernon Requesting Proposals For New Scoreboard Project:

The City of Vernon opens bids for the new video scoreboard at Kal Tire Place.

Here is the story from castanet.net,

City of Vernon requesting proposals for new scoreboard project - Vernon News - Castanet.net

On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Twenty years ago today (March 19th 2005) Vernon Vipers forward Matt

Swerhone scores at 7:00 of double overtime giving the Vernon Vipers a 1-0 double overtime win over the Penticton Vees in front of 2,423 fans at the Vernon Multi-Plex in Game 2 of the 1st round of the playoffs. Jon Olthuis made 27 saves in the win, while Corey Milan made 43 saves in the loss. Vernon would sweep the best of seven series 4-0.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Penticton Vees @ Vernon Vipers Saturday, March 19, 2005 | BCHL League Site

Matt Swerhone's Player Profile:

Matt Swerhone - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Vernon Vipers Still Have Reasons To Play Despite No Chance At Playoffs:

The Vernon Vipers were officially eliminated from playoff contentions after splitting both home games over the weekend.

Here is the story from castanet.net,

Vernon Vipers still have reasons to play despite no chance at playoffs - BCHL - Castanet.net

Abbotsford Canucks Recall Former Vernon Viper Felton From ECHL:

The American Hockey League Abbotsford Canucks have recalled

former Vernon Vipers defenceman Christian Felton from the ECHL Kalamazoo Wings.

Here is the press release from the Kalamazoo Wings website,

Kalamazoo Wings | K-WINGS’ FELTON RECALLED BY CANUCKS (NHL), REASSIGNED TO CANUCKS (AHL)

Felton is in his first season with the American Hockey League Abbotsford Canucks. The Canucks reassigned Felton to the Kalamazoo Wings February 10th 2025. Felton is pointless in 11 games with the Canucks. In 7 games with the Wings, Felton has (0-goals-1-assist-1-point).

Felton spent the past three seasons at Merrimack College before signing his first professional contract with the Vancouver Canucks March 14th 2024. The American Hockey League Abbotsford Canucks signed Felton March 15th 2024. Felton didn't play a single game with the Vancouver Canucks or Abbotsford Canucks last season.

Felton committed to Bentley University in November 2019 transferred from Bentley University to Merrimack College in June 2021.

Felton played one season in Vernon with the 2019-20 Vernon Vipers. Felton committed to the Vipers for the 2019-20 season in June 2019. In 50 games with the Vipers, Felton collected (5-goals-10-assists-15-points).

Christian Felton's Player Profile:

Christian Felton - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Vernon Vipers-Spruce Grove Saints Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Spruce Grove Saints highlights from March 16th 2025 in front of 2,012 fans at Kal Tire Place in Vernon.

Image credit: Spruce Grove Saints

Here are the highlights from the Spruce Grove Saints YouTube page,

Highlights vs. Vernon (Mar. 16)

Here are the highlights from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Vernon vs Spruce Grove [3-16-2025]

Spruce Grove Saints Hit Of The Game Provided By Luke McCrady:

Spruce Grove Saints defenceman Luke McCrady with the Hit of the Game on

Vernon Vipers forward Talan Blanck during the Vipers 4-3 overtime win over Spruce Grove March 16th 2025.

Here is the Hit of the Game from the Spruce Grove Saints X page,

Spruce Grove Saints on X: "This afternoon's Hit of the Game provided by Luke McCrady @ATHXperformance https://t.co/ucvsUk2A0O" / X

Luke McCrady's Player Profile:

Luke McCrady - Stats, Contract, Salary & More

Game Recap - Vernon Vipers 4 Spruce Grove Saints 3 Overtime:

I was born and raised in Vernon, BC and been watching/following Junior hockey in Vernon my whole life. My family watched Senior men's hockey in Vernon in the 1950's and has been watching Junior hockey in Vernon since it started in 1961. I have two family members that played Junior hockey in Vernon. I have had season tickets since 1990 missing only 40 home games. Since 2001 I have missed 10 home games. I started and created this blog in November 2008 and have over 3 million viewers. For anyone who couldn't watch or attend tonight's Vipers game, here are my thoughts and views from tonight's hockey game. You may agree or disagree, but we all have our own opinion on the hockey game and see things differently. I try to be professional and give a fare game recap from both sides. Thank you for visiting my blog.

I was at today's game between the Vernon Vipers & Spruce Grove Saints as the Vipers defeated the Saints 4-3 in overtime in front of 2,012 fans at Kal Tire Place.

Starting Goaltenders:

Vernon Vipers: Jari Kykkanen

Spruce Grove Saints: Ryan De Kok

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Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees Highlights:

Here are a couple of highlights from the Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees game March 15th 2025. The Vees eliminated the Vipers from playoff contentions after a 7-1 victory in front of 2,017 fans at Kal Tire Place in Vernon.

Image credit: Penticton Vees

Vernon Vipers forward Kyren Gronick opens the scoring at 5:25 of the 1st period.

Here is Kyren Gronick's goal from the BCHL X page,

BCHL on X: "Check out this no-look pass by Dennis Lominac 🫣 🎙️ @GrahamT_Vipers #BCHL | @VernonVipers https://t.co/WY6qWmrWO6" / X

Penticton Vees forward Eli McKamey scores at 15:06 of the 1st period, giving the Penticton Vees a 2-1 lead.

Here is Eli McKamey's goal from the Penticton Vees X page,

Penticton Vees on X: "Water bottles be warned. Eli McKamey is on the scene. https://t.co/3HscitrbD9" / X

Penticton Vees forward Max Heise scores at 12:18 of the 2nd period, giving the Penticton Vees a 4-1 lead.

Here is Mx Heise's goal from the Penticton Vees X page,

Penticton Vees on X: "Max Heise b💣 https://t.co/VKRB6DbUiw" / X

Game Preview: Spruce Grove Saints @ Vernon Vipers:

17-27-5-0 Spruce Grove Saints @ 14-29-6-0 Vernon Vipers

2pm

Today is the third of four regular season meetings between the Vernon Vipers & Spruce Grove Saints. 

Vernon Vipers Regular Season Record/Stats vs the Spruce Grove Saints since the 2024-25 regular season. (The Spruce Grove Saints franchise joined the BCHL in February 2024)

Games Played: 2

Wins: 1

Losses: 1

Overtime Wins: 0

Overtime Losses: 0

Shootout Wins: 0

Shootout Losses: 0

Overtime Record: 0-0

Shootout Record: 0-0

Home Record: 1-0-0-0

Road Record: 0-1-0-0

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Vernon Vipers Eliminated From Playoffs:

For the seventh time in franchise history Vernon will not be in the playoffs after the Penticton Vees eliminated the Vernon Vipers from playoff contentions after a 7-1 win tonight.

League Standings:

British Columbia Hockey League Team Stats 2024-25 Regular Season | BCHL League Site

Previous Vernon Junior hockey teams who didn't make the playoffs:

1977-78 Vernon Vikings 10-56-0 record
1980-81 Vernon Lakers 8-48-0 record
1981-82 Vernon Lakers 10-36-1 record
2000-01 Vernon Vipers 24-26-10 record
2011-12 Vernon Vipers 30-29-1 record
2012-13 Vernon Vipers 21-34-1 record
2014-25 Vernon Vipers 14-29-6-0 record

Vernon Junior Hockey History website,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

Game Recap - Penticton Vees 7 Vernon Vipers 1

I was born and raised in Vernon, BC and been watching/following Junior hockey in Vernon my whole life. My family watched Senior men's hockey in Vernon in the 1950's and has been watching Junior hockey in Vernon since it started in 1961. I have two family members that played Junior hockey in Vernon. I have had season tickets since 1990 missing only 40 home games. Since 2001 I have missed 10 home games. I started and created this blog in November 2008 and have over 3 million viewers. For anyone who couldn't watch or attend tonight's Vipers game, here are my thoughts and views from tonight's hockey game. You may agree or disagree, but we all have our own opinion on the hockey game and see things differently. I try to be professional and give a fare game recap from both sides. Thank you for visiting my blog.

I was at tonight's game between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees as the Vees defeated the Vipers 7-1 in front of 2,017 fans at Kal Tire Place.

Starting Goaltenders:

Vernon Vipers: Jari Kykkanen

Penticton Vees: Ethan Buenaventura

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Game Preview: Penticton Vees @ Vernon Vipers:

37-7-5-0 Penticton Vees @ 14-28-6-

0 Vernon Vipers 6pm

Tonight is the sixth and final regular season meeting between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees.

Vernon Vipers Regular Season Record/Stats vs the Penticton Vees (League website only back as far as the 2003-04 regular season)

Games Played: 131

Wins: 46

Losses: 78

Ties: 5

Overtime Wins: 10

Overtime Losses: 10

Shootout Wins: 0

Shootout Losses: 1

Overtime Record: 10-12

Shootout Record: 0-1

Home Record: 26-30-5-1-2

Road Record: 22-35-5-0-3

Vernon Vipers BCHL Showcase Record/Stats vs the Penticton Vees. (BCHL Showcase started in 2012)

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