MacDonald Named Honourable Mention For 3 Stars Of The Week:

Vernon Vipers forward Landon MacDonald was named Honourable

mention for the BCHL 3 Stars of the Week.

Image credit: BCHL

Here is the press release from the BCHL website,

Gill, Free, MacIntosh named NAPA Auto Parts 3 Stars of the Week | BCHL League Site

Landon MacDonald's Player Profile:

Landon MacDonald - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Lions de Trois-Rivières Sign Former Vernon Viper Brushett:

The ECHL Lions de Trois-Rivières have signed former Vernon Vipers forward

Ryan Brushett.

Here is the press release from the Lions de Trois-Rivières website,

Trois-Rivières Lions | Lions add Verdun native Brushett (lions3r.com)

Brushett originally committed to Providence College for the 2018-19 season, played the past five seasons with the University of Nebraska-Omaha, UMass-Lowell & RPI (Rensselaer Polytech. Inst.) from 2019-2024.

Brushett played one season in Vernon with the 2016-17 Vernon Vipers. The Vipers signed Brushett September 22nd 2016 after playing the previous two seasons in the United States Hockey League with Sioux Falls Stampede & Bloomington Thunder. The Vipers traded Brushett to the Surrey Eagles September 6th 2017 for future considerations. In 50 games with the Vipers Brushett collected (10-goals-16-assists-26-points). 

The Surrey Eagles traded Brushett back to the Vernon Vipers June 14th 2018 for future considerations. The Vipers traded Brushett to the Alberta Junior Hockey League Bonnyville Pontiacs June 1st 2018. Brushett was the future considerations in the Derek Brown trade. The Pontiacs traded Derek Brown to Vernon January 9th 2018 for Sol Seibel & future considerations. Seibel never reported to Bonnyville was later traded to Salmon Arm January 10th 2018 for future considerations. 

Ryan Brushett's Player Profile:

Ryan Brushett - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Komets Re-Sign Former Viper Defenceman Andres:

The ECHL Fort Wayne Komets have re-signed former Vernon Vipers

defenceman Mitch Andres.

Here is the article from thehockeynews.com,

ECHL: Komets Bring Back Three Defensemen, Add Rookie Forward - The ECHL News, Analysis and More (thehockeynews.com)

Andres played the 2023-24 season at Robert Morris University before signing his first professional contract with the ECHL Fort Wayne Komets March 14th 2024. Andres went pointless in 1 game with the Komets before being suspended/removed from the Komets roster April 1st 2024.

Andres spent four seasons at Boston College from 2019-2023 before transferring to Robert Morris University for the 2023-24 season.

Andres played parts of two seasons in Vernon from 2017-2019. Andres and his four younger brothers all attended the Vernon Vipers training camp in 2018. The Vipers traded Andres to the Chilliwack Chiefs at the BCHL trade deadline January 10th 2019 for Will Dow Kenny. In 88 games with the Vipers, Andres collected (4-goals-22-assists-26-points).

Mitch Andres Player Profile:

Mitch Andres - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Everblades Re-Sign Vipers Alumni Lansdell:

The ECHL Florida Everblades have re-signed former Vernon Vipers forward

Jesse Lansdell.

Here is the press release from the Florida Everblades website,

Florida Everblades | Everblades Agree to Terms with Jesse Lansdell

Lansdell split the 2023-24 season with the University of Nebraska-Omaha & the ECHL Florida Everblades. 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 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. Lansdell played the previous 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 (eliteprospects.com)

Jacksonville Icemen Sign Ex Viper Coughlin:

The ECHL Jacksonville Icemen have signed former Vernon Vipers forward

Liam Coughlin.

Here is the press release from the Jacksonville Icemen website,

Jacksonville Icemen | Icemen Add Experienced Forward Liam Coughlin

Coughlin played the 2023-24 season with the ECHL Iowa Heartlanders, signing as a free agent August 14th 2023. Coughlin and two teammates were arrested in April 2024. In 47 games last season, Coughlin collected (6-goals-7-assists-13-points). Coughlin played the previous two seasons with the ECHL Worcester Railers.

Coughlin played four seasons at Vermont University from 2015-2019 before signing his first professional contract with the American Hockey League Rockford IceHogs May 19th 2019.

Coughlin was drafted 130th overall by the Edmonton Oilers in Round 5 at the 2014 NHL Entry Draft. Coughlin didn't play a game with the Oilers, was traded to the Chicago Blackhawks July 6th 2015. Coughlin has yet to play a game with the Blackhawks.

Coughlin played two seasons in Vernon from 2013-2015. In 107 games with the Vipers, Coughlin collected (38-goals-67-assists-105-points).

Liam Coughlin's Player Profile:

Liam Coughlin - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Vernon Vipers-Blackfalds Bulldogs Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Blackfalds Bulldogs highlights from the BCHL Showcase October 14th 2024 from the Abbotsford Centre.

Image credit: Blackfalds Bulldogs

Here are the highlights from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gy6BHb516UU

Here are the highlights from the Blackfalds Bulldogs YouTube page,

Blackfalds Bulldogs vs Vernon Vipers | Oct 14, 2024 (youtube.com)

Game Recap - BCHL Showcase - Vernon Vipers 6 Blackfalds Bulldogs 4

The Vernon Vipers improve to 2-6-1-0 after a 6-4 victory over the 0-8-0-0 Blackfalds Bulldogs at the BCHL Showcase from the Abbotsford Centre.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Vernon Vipers @ Blackfalds Bulldogs Monday, October 14, 2024 | BCHL League Site

Game Report,

Game Report (hockeytech.com)

Text Box Score,

Official statistics powered by LeagueStat.com (hockeytech.com)

Vernon Junior Hockey History website,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

MacDonald Suspended:

Vernon Vipers forward Landon MacDonald has been suspended one game

for receiving a major penalty and a game misconduct for Boarding. 

Here is the transaction from the BCHL website,

Discipline | BCHL League Site

Landon MacDonald's Player Profile:

Landon MacDonald - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Vernon Vipers-Cowichan Capitals Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Cowichan Capitals highlights from the BCHL Showcase October 13th 2024 from the Abbotsford Centre.

Image credit: Cowichan Capitals

Here are the highlights from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Vernon vs Cowichan Valley Highlights [10-13-2024] (youtube.com)

Game Preview: BCHL Showcase - Vernon Vipers vs Blackfalds Bulldogs:

BCHL Showcase: 1-6-1-0 Vernon Vipers vs 0-

7-0-0 Blackfalds Bulldogs 10am

Today is the first of four regular season meetings between the Vernon Vipers & Blackfalds Bulldogs.

Vernon Vipers Regular Season Record/Stats vs the Blackfalds Bulldogs since 2024 (The Blackfalds Bulldogs franchise joined
the BCHL in February 2024)

Games Played: 0

Wins: 0

Losses: 0

Overtime Wins: 0

Overtime Losses: 0

Shootout Wins: 0

Shootout Losses: 0

Overtime Record: 0-0

Shootout Record: 0-0

Home Record: 0-0-0-0

Road Record: 0-0-0-0

Vernon Vipers BCHL Showcase Record/Stats at the BCHL Showcase. (BCHL Showcase started in 2012)

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Game Recap - BCHL Showcase - Cowichan Capitals 4 Vernon Vipers 2

The Cowichan Capitals improve to 3-5-0-0 after a 4-2 victory over the 1-6-1-0 Vernon Vipers at the BCHL Showcase from the Abbotsford Centre.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Cowichan Valley Capitals @ Vernon Vipers Sunday, October 13, 2024 | BCHL League Site

Game Report,

Game Report (hockeytech.com)

Text Box Score,

Official statistics powered by LeagueStat.com (hockeytech.com)

Vernon Junior Hockey History website,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

Game Preview: BCHL Showcase - Cowichan Capitals vs Vernon Vipers:

BCHL Showcase: 2-5-0-0 Cowichan Capitals vs 1-5-1-0

Vernon Vipers 1pm

Today is the first and only regular season meeting between the Vernon Vipers & Cowichan Capitals.

Vernon Vipers Regular Season Record/Stats vs the Cowichan Capitals (League website only back as far as the 2003-04

regular season)

Games Played: 37

Wins: 24

Losses: 12

Ties: 1

Overtime Wins: 5

Overtime Losses: 1

Shootout Wins: 0

Shootout Losses: 0

Overtime Record: 5-1

Shootout Record: 0-0

Home Record: 12-4-0-0-1

Road Record: 10-7-1-0-0

Vernon Vipers BCHL Showcase Record/Stats vs the Cowichan Capitals. (BCHL Showcase started in 2012)

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Vernon Vipers-West Kelowna Warriors Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-West Kelowna Warriors highlights from October 11th 2024 in front of 2,167 fans at Kal Tire Place.

Image credit: Vernon Vipers

Here are the highlights from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Vernon vs West Kelowna Highlights [10-11-2024] (youtube.com)

On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Eleven years ago today (October 12th 2013) Vernon Vipers defenceman Jason

Bird scores at 3:09 of overtime, giving the Vernon Vipers a 5-4 overtime victory over the Chilliwack Chiefs in front of 1,549 fans at Prospera Centre. Danny Todosychuk made 28 saves in the win, while Lyndon Stanwood made 36 saves in the loss.

Boxscore-Game Summary,

Vernon Vipers @ Chilliwack Chiefs Saturday, October 12, 2013 | BCHL League Site

Jason Bird's Player Profile:

Jason Bird - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Vernon Vipers Collision Of The Week - Isaac Holt

This weeks CSN Franks Collision of the Week is from Vernon Vipers

defenceman Isaac Holt with three hits in a 4-3 loss to the Penticton Vees October 5th 2024.

Here is the CSN Franks Collision of the Week from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

CSN Collision Of The Week - #4 Isaac Holt (youtube.com)

Dunn Gives Vipers 2-0 Lead:

Vernon Vipers forward Keeghan Dunn scores at 11:08 giving the Vipers

a 2-0 1st period lead.

Here is Keeghan Dunn's goal from the BCHL X page,

BCHL on X: "Keeghan Dunn that was gross! 🤮 🎙️ @GrahamT_Vipers #BCHL | @VernonVipers https://t.co/maz29VfcC8" / X

Keeghan Dunn's Player Profile:

Keeghan Dunn - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Busch Shorthanded Goal:

Vernon Vipers forward Shea Busch scores shorthanded at 10:04 of the

1st period.

Here is Shea Busch's shorthanded goal from the BCHL X page,

BCHL on X: "(SH)ea Busch with a shorty in Vernon! 🎯 🎙️ @GrahamT_Vipers #BCHL | @VernonVipers https://t.co/Srd1u4LEqH" / X

Shea Busch's Player Profile:

Shea Busch - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Game Recap - Vernon Vipers 6 West Kelowna Warriors 3

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 & West Kelowna Warriors as the Vipers defeated the Warriors 6-3 in front of 2,167 fans at Kal Tire Place.

Starting Goaltenders:

Vernon Vipers: Marko Bilic

West Kelowna Warriors: Dawson Labre

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Game Preview: West Kelowna Warriors @ Vernon Vipers:

3-2-1-0 West Kelowna Warriors @ 0-5-1-0 Vernon Vipers 7pm

Tonight is the third of six regular season meetings between the Vernon Vipers & West Kelowna Warriors.

Vernon Vipers Regular Season Record/Stats vs the Westside Warriors/West Kelowna Warriors since 2009 (The Langley Hornets franchise moved to West Kelowna in 2006)

Games Played:103

Wins:48

Losses:43

Overtime Wins: 8

Overtime Losses: 7

Shootout Wins: 0

Shootout Losses: 3

Tie: 2

Overtime Record: 8-7

Shootout Record: 0-3

Home Record: 28-18-4-0-2

Road Record: 20-26-3-3-0

Vernon Vipers BCHL Showcase Record/Stats vs the West Kelowna Warriors. (BCHL Showcase started in 2012)

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Kalamazoo Wings Re-Sign Ex Viper Forward MacDonald:

The ECHL Kalamazoo Wings have re-signed former Vernon Vipers forward

Ayden MacDonald.

Here is the press release from the Kalamazoo Wings website,

Kalamazoo Wings | K-WINGS RE-SIGN FORWARD AYDEN MACDONALD (kwings.com)

MacDonald is entering his third season with the ECHL Kalamazoo Wings, after re-signing with the Wings August 29th 2023. In 64 regular season games last season, MacDonald collected (13-goals-9-assists-22-points).

MacDonald split the 2022-23  season with the ECHL Greenville Swamp Rabbits & ECHL Kalamazoo Wings. MacDonald started the 2022-23 season with the Swamp Rabbits before being traded to Kalamazoo March 16th 2023.

MacDonald played five years at Brock University from 2017-2022 before signing his first professional contract with the ECHL Greenville Swamp Rabbits January 4th 2022.

MacDonald committed to the Vernon Vipers for the 2014-15 season. The Vipers traded MacDonald & Jake Emilio to the Victoria Grizzlies October 8th 2014 for Brandon Egli, Mitch Meek and future considerations. MacDonald went pointless in 5 games with the Vipers. MacDonald played parts of four years in the BCHL with Surrey, Vernon, Victoria and Cowichan from 2013-2017. 

Ayden MacDonald's Player Profile:

Ayden MacDonald - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

The New Vernon Vipers 3rd Jerseys Are Coming!

The Vernon Vipers will debut their new powder blue 3rd jerseys on Friday vs the visiting West Kelowna Warriors.

Here is the promo video from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

The New Blues Are Coming! - YouTube

Former Viper Singleton Named AJHL Player Of The Week:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Bowden Singleton was named the AJHL

Player of the Week.

Image credit: AJHL

Here is the press release from the AJHL website,

SINGLETON, FISCHER AND CUNNINGHAM SELECTED AS WEEKLY AWARD WINNERS | Alberta Junior Hockey League (ajhl.ca)

Singleton is in his third season with the Alberta Junior Hockey League Calgary Canucks and second as captain. In 7 games Singleton has (5-goals-5-assists-10-points). 

Singleton and the Canucks are hosting the 2025 Centennial Cup.

Here is the press release from the Calgary Canucks website,

Calgary Canucks Win Bid to Host 2025 Centennial Cup | Calgary Canucks - Over 50 Years of Junior Hockey Excellence

Singleton played parts of the 2022-23 season with the Vernon Vipers. The Vipers acquired Singleton September 26th 2022 from the Alberta Junior Hockey League Okotoks Oilers for future considerations. The Vipers traded Singleton November 23rd 2022 to the Alberta Junior Hockey League Calgary Canucks for future considerations. In 16 games with the Vipers, Singleton collected (0-goals-0-assists-0-points).

Bowden Singleton's Player Profile:

Bowden Singleton - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Capitals Add Ex Viper Streek To Roster:

The Cowichan Capitals have added former Vernon Vipers forward

Carter Streek to their roster. No official press release from the Cowichan Capitals, but Streek is listed on the Cowichan Capitals roster.

Cowichan Capitals Roster,

Cowichan Valley Capitals Roster 2024-25 Regular Season | BCHL League Site

Streek was an "AP" with the 2019-20 Vernon Vipers. Streek went pointless in 1 game with the Vipers. Streek played parts of the past four seasons in the Western Hockey League with Saskatoon & Spokane from 2020-2024 before signing with the Vernon Vipers June 28th 2024. Streek went pointless in 2 games with the Vernon Vipers before being removed from the Vernon Vipers roster September 28th 2024.

Carter Streek's Player Profile:

Carter Streek - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Hicks Named Fortis BC 3rd Star Of The Month:

Goaltender Johnny Hicks was named the Fortis BC 3rd Star of the Month for

September.

Image credit: BCHL

Here is the press release from the BCHL website,

Lalonde, Hockley, Hicks named Fortis BC 3 Stars of the Month | BCHL League Site

Hicks is in his second season with the Brooks Bandits. In 4 games this season, Hicks is 4-0 with 1 shutout and a 1.00 GAA

Hicks played two seasons with the Merritt Centennials from 2021-2023. Hicks left the Centennials and signed with the Alberta Junior Hockey League Brooks Bandits June 29th 2023. 

The Centennials traded the BCHL Playing Rights of Johnny Hicks to the Vernon Vipers January 10th 2024 for future considerations. At the time of the trade, the Bandits were in the Alberta Junior Hockey League, eventually joining the BCHL January 20th 2024.

Here is the press release on the Vipers-Hicks trade from January,

Vipers And Cents Swing Another Deal | Vernon Vipers

Johnny Hicks Player Profile:

Johnny Hicks - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

BCHL News & Trades:

BCHL News & Trades:

Clippers Add Van Tassel To Lineup:

Makaio Van Tassel added to Nanaimo Clippers | Nanaimo Clippers

Oilers Name Rowland Captain:

Oilers name Jackson Rowland team captain | Okotoks Oilers

Coquitlam Express 2023-24 Top 3 Goals:

Coquitlam Express Best Goals - 2023-24 Season (youtube.com)

The Tattle Of Hastings: Sons Of Rusty

THE TATTLE OF HASTINGS: Sons of Rusty | CFJC Today Kamloops

Penticton Vees Name Rego Alternate Captain:

Vees name Anselmo Rego Alternate Captain | Penticton Vees

Spruce Grove New Arena To Be Called Thompson Family Arena:

NEWS: New Saints Rink To Be Called Thompson Family Arena | Spruce Grove Saints (sgsaints.ca)

Nanaimo Clippers Add Ludwig To Roster:

Clippers add D-Man Garin Ludwig | Nanaimo Clippers

Brooks-Blackfalds Trade:

Bandits trade goaltender Ian Mills to Blackfalds for futures.  | Brooks Bandits

Chiefs Sign Campion:

CHIEFS ADD ’07 DEFENDER AHEAD OF FIRST ROAD TRIP | Chilliwack Chiefs

Smoke Eaters Sign Johnson For 2025-26 Season:

Smokies Sign Chayse Johnson | Trail Smoke Eaters

Nanaimo Clippers Add Larioza To Roster:

Clippers add D-Man Nathan Larioza | Nanaimo Clippers

Saints Sign Kronewitt:

NEWS: Saints Commit To Cole Kronewitt For 2024-25 Season | Spruce Grove Saints (sgsaints.ca)

BCHL Showcase Promises Enhanced Fan Experience:

BCHL Showcase promises enhanced fan experience in Abbotsford, Chilliwack - Vernon Morning Star

Gibson Suspended:

Vernon Vipers forward Koji Gibson has been suspended 1 game for an

Illegal Check to the Head on Saturday vs the Penticton Vees.

Here is the report from the BCHL website,

Discipline | BCHL League Site

Koji Gibson's Player Profile:

Koji Gibson - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees highlights from October 5th 2024 in front of 2,263 fans at Kal Tire Place.

Image credit: Vernon Vipers

Here are the highlights from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Vernon vs Penticton Highlights [10-5-2024] (youtube.com)

Vernon Vipers Still Searching For First Win:

The Vernon Vipers are still looking for their first win of the 2024-25 regular season after losses to Salmon Arm & Penticton over the weekend.

Here is the story from castanet.net,

'We are way better than our record shows': Vernon Vipers still searching for first win - BCHL - Castanet.net