Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Ex Viper Csabi Named 3rd Star Of The Week:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Adam Csabi was named the BCHL 3rd

Star of the Week.

Image credit: BCHL

Source: www.bchl.ca


Csabi & the Cranbrook Bucks lost in 5 games to the Brooks Bandits in the Interior Conference Finals.

Csabi is in his first season with the Cranbrook Bucks. In 53 regular season games, Casabi collected (22-goals-27-assists-49-points). In 17 playoff games, Csabi has (11-goals-4-assists-15-points).

Csabi split the 2024-25 season with the Vernon Vipers, playing in Czechia and the North American Hockey League Johnstown Tomahawks.

Csabi played parts of two seasons in Vernon with the 2023-24 & 2024-25 Vernon Vipers. Csabi committed to the Vernon Vipers July 20th 2023 for the 2023-24 season. The Vipers traded Csabi to Cranbrook December 4th 2024 for future considerations. In 57 games with the Vernon Vipers, Csabi collected (20-goals-20-assists-40-points).

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Ex Vipers Bussmann, Kallay & Pappas Meet In BCHL League Finals:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Leon Bussmann and the Brooks

Bandits will take on former Vernon Vipers forward Finn Kallay and former Vernon Vipers defenceman Landon Pappas and the Nanaimo Clippers in the BC Hockey League Finals.

Source: https://www.brooksbandits.net/


Bandits Clinch Spot In BCHL Final With 4-1 Win | Brooks Bandits


Source: https://www.nanaimoclippers.com/


Post Game Recap – May 6th, 2026 | Nanaimo Clippers


Bussmann is in his first season with the Brooks Bandits. In 18 regular season games, Bussmann collected (5-goals-3-assists-8-points), In 14 playoff games, Bussmann has (2-goals-3-assists-5-points).


Bussmann started the 2025-26 season playing in Germany with Iserlohner EC U20 before signing with the Vernon Vipers November 14th 2025. The Vipers traded Bussmann to the Brooks Bandits Januray 1st 2026 for forward Connor Paronuzzi. Paronuzzi didn't report to Vernon and signed with the Manitoba Junior Hockey League Steinbach Pistons. In 13 games with the Vipers, Bussmann collected (2-goals-5-assists-7-points).


Leon Bussmann's Player Profile:


Leon Bußmann - Stats, Contract, Salary & More


Kallay started the 2025-26 season with the Langley Rivermen, was traded to Nanaimo October 9th 2025. In 47 regular season games, Kallay collected (0-goals-7-assists-7-points).


Kallay split the 2024-25 season with the Victoria Grizzlies & Vernon Vipers.

The Victoria Grizzlies traded Ryan Watt & Finn Kallay to the Vernon Vipers February 10th 2025 for Will Schumacher, Georgios Stavrianeas and future considerations.

Kallay started the 2025-26 season with the Vernon Vipers. Kallay didn't attend the Vernon Vipers training camp, played one preseason game, was traded along with a Player Development Fee to the Langley Rivermen September 11th 2025 for Davids Livsics.

Finn Kallay's Player Profile:

Finn Kallay - Stats, Contract, Salary & More


Pappas is in his first season with the Nanaimo Clippers. In 49 regular season games, Pappas collected (8-goals-31-assists-39-points). In 16 playoff games, Pappas has (2-goals-4-assists-6-points).


Pappas split the 2024-25 season with the Alberta Junior Hockey League Calgary Canucks, United States Hockey League Fargo Force & BCHL Vernon Vipers. Pappas & the Calgary Canucks won the 2025 Centennial Cup.


Pappas started the 2024-25 season with the United States Hockey League Fargo Force before signing with the Vernon Vipers October 29th 2024. Pappas left the Vipers in early February 2025 before signing with the Alberta Junior Hockey League Calgary Canucks in early February. In 24 games with the Vernon Vipers, Pappas collected (0-goals-4-assists-4-points).

Landon Pappas's Player Profile:

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Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Former Vipers Sim & Hayes Combine For 4 Points In Win Over North Stars:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Lane Sim (1 goal & 1 assist) &

former Vernon Vipers defenceman Maverick Hayes (2 assists) combined for four points tonight as the host Summerside Capitals defeated the Superior International Junior Hockey League Thunder Bay North Stars 5-3 at the 2026 Centennial Cup in Summerside P.E.I 

With the win, the Capitals improve to 2-1-1 while the North Stars fall to 0-4-0

Boxscore-Game Summary,


Centennial Cup website,


Sim is in his first season with the Maritime Junior Hockey League Summerside Capitals. In 16 regular season games, Sim collected (3-goals-7-assists-10-points). In 14 playoff games, Sim collected (2-goals-2-assists-4-points).

Sim started the 2025-26 season with the Vernon Vipers. Sim attended the Vernon Vipers training camp before making the teams opening day roster. Sim left the Vernon Vipers December 31st 2025 to join the Summerside Capitals.

Lane Simm's Player Profile:


Hayes is in his first season with the Maritime Junior Hockey League Summerside Capitals. In 9 regular season games, Hayes collected (1-goal-2-assists-3-points). In 14 playoff games, Hayes collected (1-goal-3-assists-4-points).

Hayes started the 2025-26 season with the Vernon Vipers. Hayes played parts of the previous three seasons with the CCHL Pembroke Lumber Kings.

Hayes attended the Vernon Vipers training camp in August 2025, made opening night roster, was no longer listed on the teams roster in late January 2026 signed with the Summerside Capitals February 5th 2026. In 26 games with the Vernon Vipers, Hayes collected (1-goal-3-assists-4-points).

Maverick Hayes Player Profile:

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On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Thirty years ago today (May 12th 1996) The Vernon

Vipers made their fifth trip to the National Championship, winning their third National Championship with a 2-0 victory over the Melfort Mustangs in Melfort, Saskatchewan

Source: www.en.wikipedia.org

1996 Royal Bank Cup - Wikipedia

Source: www.vernonmorningstar.com

30 years ago: Vernon Vipers pair look back at 3rd national championship | Vernon Morning Star

Vernon Junior Hockey History,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

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On This Day In Vernon Lakers History:

Thirty five years ago today (May 12th 1991) The

Vernon Lakers made their third straight National Championship, winning back to back Centennial Cups with a 8-4 victory over the Sudbury Cubs in Sudbury, Ontario

Source: www.en.wikipedia.org

1991 Centennial Cup - Wikipedia

Vernon Junior Hockey History,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

The Vernon Lakers were one of seven different team names Vernon's junior hockey team had since joining the league in 1961. The Vernon Lakers were around from 1980-1995 before changing their name to the Vernon Vipers in 1995.

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On This Day In Vernon Lakers History:

Thirty six years ago today (May 12th 1990) The Vernon Lakers

made their second straight trip to the National Championship, winning their first National Championship as the host team with a 6-5 overtime victory over the New Westminster Royals in Vernon, BC

Source: www.en.wikipedia.org

1990 Centennial Cup - Wikipedia

1990 Centennial Cup Highlights,

1990 Centennial Cup

Vernon Junior Hockey History,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

The Vernon Lakers were one of seven different team names Vernon's junior hockey team had since joining the league in 1961. The Vernon Lakers were around from 1980-1995 before changing their name to the Vernon Vipers in 1995.

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Monday, May 11, 2026

BCHL News & Trades:

BCHL News & Trades:

Saints Sign Osland For 2026-27 Season:

NEWS: Saints Add Noah Osland To Roster for 2026-27 Season | Spruce Grove Saints

Keith Named 2025-26 Coach of The Year:

Cowichan Valley’s Cam Keith named 2025-26 Coach of the Year | BCHL League Site

Silverbacks Name Aiken US Scout:

Silverbacks name August Aiken as U.S. Scout | Salmon Arm Silverbacks

Borin Named 2025-26 Rookie Of The Year:

Chilliwack’s Boris Borin named 2025-26 Rookie of the Year | BCHL League Site

Why 2005 Hockey Players Are Being Left Behind?

The Forgotten Class: Why 2005 Hockey Players Are Being Left Behind

Eagles Name Benson New Assistant Coach:

Former Bronco defenceman named assistant coach in BCHL - SwiftCurrentOnline.com - Local news, Weather, Sports, Free Classifieds and Job Listings

Plandowski Named 2025-26 Most Sportsmanlike Player:

Chilliwack’s Jack Plandowski named 2025-26 Most Sportsmanlike Player | BCHL League Site

Zol Named 2025-26 Top Goaltender:

West Kelowna’s Angelo Zol named 2025-26 Top Goaltender | BCHL League Site

442 Small Colleges At Risk Of Closing Over Next Ten Years:

The Death Pool – 442 Small Colleges At Risk Of Closing Over Next Ten Years

Bulldogs Sign Vantine For 2026-27 Season:

Bulldogs Sign Theo Vantine | Blackfalds Bulldogs

Rep Named 2025-26 Top Defenceman:

Prince George’s Ozbej Rep named 2025-26 Top Defenceman | BCHL League Site

Zol Named MVP:

West Kelowna’s Angelo Zol named 2025-26 Most Valuable Player | BCHL League Site

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Sunday, May 10, 2026

On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Seventeen years ago today (May 10th 2009) The Vernon Vipers

made their seventh trip to the National Championship, winning their fifth National Championship with a 2-0 victory over the Humbolt Broncos in Victoria, BC

Source: www.en.wikipedia.org

2009 Royal Bank Cup - Wikipedia

2009 Royal Bank Cup Highlights,

RBC 2009 Highlights

Vernon Junior Hockey History,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

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Saturday, May 9, 2026

On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Sixteen years ago today (May 9th 2010) The Vernon

Vipers made their eighth trip to the National Championship, winning their sixth National Championship with a 8-1 victory over the Dauphin Kings in Dauphin, Manitoba.

Source: www.en.wikipedia.org

2010 Royal Bank Cup - Wikipedia

2010 Royal Bank Cup Highlights,

2010 RBC Highlights

Vernon Vipers celebrate RBC Cup victory downtown Vernon,

Paint The Town Greene - Webisode 6

Vernon Junior Hockey History,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

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On This Day In Vernon Vipers History:

Twenty seven years ago today (May 9th 1999) The Vernon Vipers made their sixth trip to the National Championship, winning their fourth National Championship with a 9-3 victory over the Charlottetown Abbies in Yorkton, Saskatchewan.

Source: www.en.wikipedia.org

1999 Royal Bank Cup - Wikipedia

1999 Vernon Vipers Tribute Video,

1999 RBC Vernon Vipers

Former Vernon Vipers owner Duncan Wray & former Vernon Vipers Head Coach/GM Troy Mick talk about the 1999 Vernon Vipers and their run to the Royal Bank Cup.

1999 Vernon Vipers RBC Cup Memories

Vernon Junior Hockey History,

VernonJrAHockey.CA

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Friday, May 8, 2026

Former Viper Blanck Records Three Points In Game 3:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Talan Blanck recored three points tonight

in a 6-4 victory over the Wisconsin Windigo in Game 3 of the Midwest Division Finals. The Windigo lead the best of 5 playoff series 2-1

Boxscore-Game Summary,


Scoreboard | North American Hockey League | NAHL


Blanck is in his first season with the North American Hockey League Minnesota Wilderness. The Wilderness seletced Blanck 16th overall in the 1st round of the 2025 NAHL Entry Draft. In 58 regular season games, Blanck collected (28-goals-38-assists-66-points). In 7 playoff games, Blanck has 7-goals-7-assists-14-points).


Blanck had previously committed to the University of Alaska-Fairbanks for the 2025-26 season, has committed to the University of Wisconsin for the 2026-27 season.

Blanck split the 2024-25 season with the United States Hockey League Sioux City Musketeers and the Vernon Vipers.

The Vernon Vipers signed Blanck December 23rd 2024. In 27 games with the Vernon Vipers, Blanck collected (11-goals-21-assists-32-points).

Talan Blanck's Player Profile:

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Ex Viper Bydal Nominated For NAHL Most Valuable Player:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Luc Bydal is one of three players up for the

North American Hockey League Most Valuable Player.

Source: https://x.com/NAHLHockey

NAHL on X: "Think you are seeing double? This trio is up for the 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 honors as well! 🔥 The 2026 recipient will be announced live on NATV on Thursday, May 7! 📸: James Harding for Harrison Smith https://t.co/190UZx5Qxd" / X


Bydal recently finished his first season with the Anchorage Wolverines, finished 4th in regular season league scoring. Bydal signed a tender agreement with the Wolverines May 23rd 2025. In 58 regular season games, Bydal collected (43-goals-40-assists-83-points). In 4 playoff games, Bydal collected (3-goals-0-assists-3-points).


Bydal and the Wolverines lost in the first round of the NAHL playoffs to the Minnesota Wilderness.

Bydal has committed to Long Island University for the 2026-27 season.

Bydal split the 2024-25 season with the North American Hockey League Minot Minotauros, North American Hockey League Colorado Grit and the Vernon Vipers. The Vernon Vipers signed Bydal January 23rd 2025. In 17 games with the Vernon Vipers, Bydal collected (5-goals-4-assists-9-points).

Luc Bydal's Player Profile:

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Thursday, May 7, 2026

Ex Vipers Sim, Hayes & Ward Compete For Centennial Cup:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Lane Sim, defenceman Maverick Hayes and defenceman Sam Ward will compete for a National Championship. All three players will be playing in the 2026 Centennial Cup in Summerside, P.E.I. 

The 2026 Centennial Cup begins today.

Centennial Cup Schedule:


2026 Centennial Cup Schedule.pdf


Centennial Cup Preview:


Centennial Cup preview | Canadian Junior Hockey League


Centennial Cup Preview:


Centennial Cup begins May 7th in Summerside | Maritime Junior Hockey League


Sim is in his first season with the Maritime Junior Hockey League Summerside Capitals. In 16 regular season games, Sim collected (3-goals-7-assists-10-points). In 14 playoff games, Sim collected (2-goals-2-assists-4-points).


Sim started the 2025-26 season with the Vernon Vipers. Sim attended the Vernon Vipers training camp before making the teams opening day roster. Sim left the Vernon Vipers December 31st 2025 to join the Summerside Capitals.


Lane Simm's Player Profile:


Lane Sim - Stats, Contract, Salary & More


Hayes is in his first season with the Maritime Junior Hockey League Summerside Capitals. In 9 regular season games, Hayes collected (1-goal-2-assists-3-points). In 14 playoff games, Hayes collected (1-goal-3-assists-4-points).


Hayes started the 2025-26 season with the Vernon Vipers. Hayes played parts of the previous three seasons with the CCHL Pembroke Lumber Kings.


Hayes attended the Vernon Vipers training camp in August 2025, made opening night roster, was no longer listed on the teams roster in late January 2026 signed with the Summerside Capitals February 5th 2026. In 26 games with the Vernon Vipers, Hayes collected (1-goal-3-assists-4-points).

Maverick Hayes Player Profile:

Maverick Hayes - Stats, Contract, Salary & More


Ward is in his first season with the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League Flin Flon Bombers. The Bombers signed Ward October 17th 2025. In 35 regular season games, Ward collected (8-goals-15-assists-23-points) In 3 playoff games, Ward collected (2-goals-0-assists-2-points).

Ward split the 2024-25 season with the Western Hockey League Wenatchee Wild, BCHL Vernon Vipers & Victoria Grizzlies.

The Vernon Vipers signed Ward November 13th 2024. The Vernon Vipers traded Ward to the Victoria Grizzlies January 4th 2025 for future considerations. In 10 games with the Vernon Vipers, Ward collected (0-goals-3-assists-3-points).

Sam Ward's Player Profile:

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Former Viper Heidecker - Posse Lose In Game 7 KIJHL League Finals:

Former Vernon Vipers defenceman Brock Heidecker & the Princeton Posse lost 4-3

in double overtime to the Kimberley Dynamiters April 30th 2026 in Game 7 of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League League Finals.

Boxscore-Game Summary,


Game 7 Highlights,


Source: www.vernonmorningstar.com


Heidecker is in his first season with the Princeton Posse. In 35 regular season games this season, Heidecker had (3-goals-14-assists-17-points). In 23 playoff games, Heidecker has (1-goal-4-assists-5-points).

Heidecker split the 2024-25 season with the Okanagan Rockets U18 AAA, Sicamous Eagles and Vernon Vipers.

The Vernon Vipers added Heidecker to their roster in late February 2025. In 5 games with the Vernon Vipers Heidecker went pointless.

Heidecker attended the Vernon Vipers training camp in August 2025 played in 2 preseason games before being released before the start of the 2025-26 regular season.

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Former Vipers McGinley & Stavrianeas Collect Awards At Express Year End Awards Banquet:

The Coquitlam Express held their year end team awards at the

end of the regular season. Former Vernon Vipers forward Carson McGinley was named Unsung Hero while former Vernon Vipers forward Georgios Stavrianeas was named Most Improved Player. 


Source: www.coquitlamexpress.ca



The Express lost in 5 games to the Chilliwack Chiefs in the opening round of the BCHL Playoffs.

McGinley recently finished his second season with the Coquitlam Express. In 49 games this season, McGinley collected (17-goals-18-assists-35-points).

The Express is McGinley's third team the past two seasons. McGinley started the 2024-25 season with the Vernon Vipers, was traded to Sherwood Park November 14th 2024. The Crusaders traded McGinley to Coquitlam December 30th 2024.

McGinley played parts of two seasons with the 2023-24 & 2024-25 Vernon Vipers. The Vernon Vipers signed McGinley January 11th 2024. The Vipers traded McGinley to Sherwood Park November 14th 2024 for defenceman Jordan Gudridge. In 37 games with the Vipers, McGinley collected (6-goals-11-assists-17-points).

Carson McGinley's Player Profile:

Carson McGinley - Stats, Contract, Salary & More


Stavrianeas recently finished his first season with the Coquitlam Express. In 42 games this season, Stavrianeas collected (18-goals-14-assists-32-points).


Stavrianeas started the 2025-26 season with the Trail Smoke Eaters. The Smoke Eaters signed Stavrianeas June 10th 2025 was traded to Coquitlam October 23rd 2025. 


The Express is Stavrianeas's fifth team the past two seasons.


Stavrianeas split the 2024-25 season with the North American Hockey League New Hampshire Mountain Kings, BCHL Vernon Vipers & BCHL Penticton Vees.

Stavrianeas committed to the Vernon Vipers May 4th 2023 for the 2023-24 season. Stavrianeas played with the 2023-24 & 2024-25 Vernon Vipers. The Vipers announced January 3rd 2025 Stavrianeas left the team to pursue other opportunities. Shortly after Stavrianeas joined the North American Hockey League New Hampshire Mountain Kings. The Vernon Vipers traded forward Will Schumacher, Georgios Stavrianeas and future considerations to the Victoria Grizzlies February 10th 2025 for forwards Ryan Watt and Finn Kallay. In 76 games with the Vernon Vipers, Stavrianeas collected (12-goals-21-assists-33-points).

Georgios Stavrianeas's Player Profile:

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Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Former Viper Csabi Scores Twice In Bucks Win:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Adam Csabi scored twice, was named

2nd Star as the Cranbrook Bucks defeated the Brooks Bandits 4-1 in Game 3 tonight in front of 1,619 fans at Western Financial Place. The Bandits lead the best of seven playoff series 2-1 

Boxscore-Game Summary,


Csabi is in his first season with the Cranbrook Bucks. In 53 regular season games, Casabi collected (22-goals-27-assists-49-points). In 14 playoff games, Csabi has (8-goals-3-assists-11-points).

Csabi split the 2024-25 season with the Vernon Vipers, playing in Czechia and the North American Hockey League Johnstown Tomahawks.

Csabi played parts of two seasons in Vernon with the 2023-24 & 2024-25 Vernon Vipers. Csabi committed to the Vernon Vipers July 20th 2023 for the 2023-24 season. The Vipers traded Csabi to Cranbrook December 4th 2024 for future considerations. In 57 games with the Vernon Vipers, Csabi collected (20-goals-20-assists-40-points).

Adam Csabi's Player Profile:

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John Tortorella Discusses His History With Former Vernon Laker Jackson:

Las Vegas Golden Knights Head Coach John Tortorella discusses his history with former Vernon Lakers forward Dane Jackson.

Source: https://www.grandforksherald.com/


Jackson recently finished his first season as Head Coach at the University of North Dakota was named National Collegiate Hockey Conference Herb Brooks Coach of the Year March 18th 2026 & named finalist for the Spencer Penrose Award in March 2026. Jackson has spent the past nineteen seasons at North Dakota as an Assistant Coach & Associate Head Coach.

Jackson played four seasons at North Dakota from 1988-1992 before signing his first professional contract with the American Hockey League Hamilton Canucks in 1992. Jackson was drafted 44th overall by the Vancouver Canucks in Round 3 at the 1988 NHL Entry Draft. Jackson played four seasons in the NHL with Vancouver, Buffalo & the New York Islanders from 1993-1998 before retiring from professional hockey in 2003.

Jackson played one season in Vernon with the 1987-88 Vernon Lakers. In 49 games with the Lakers, Jackson collected (24-goals-30-assists-54-points).

The Vernon Lakers were one of seven different names Vernon's junior hockey team has had since 1961. The Vernon Lakers were around from 1980-1995 before changing their name to the Vernon Vipers in 1995.

Dane Jackson's Player Profile:


Dane Jackson's Coaching Profile:

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Monday, May 4, 2026

BCHL News & Trades:

BCHL News & Trades:

Alberni Valley Bulldogs Sign Newans:

Braeyan Newans 2008 Defenceman Signed to Bulldogs | Alberni Valley Bulldogs

Davis, Kald, Rep Named Finalists For Top Defenceman Award:

Davis, Kald, Rep named 2025-26 finalists for Top Defenceman Award | BCHL League Site

Powell River Kings Will Return For 2026-27 Season:

Kings commit to 2026-27 season | Powell River Kings Junior Hockey Club

Express Fire Head Coach/GM Wagner:

Coquitlam Express Coaching Staff Update | Coquitlam Express

Saints Sign Erickson For 2026-27 Season:

NEWS: Saints Welcome Blueliner Blair Erickson For 2026-27 Season | Spruce Grove Saints

Borin, Kubantsev, Mertz Named Finalists For Rookie Of The Year:

Borin, Kubantsev, Mertz named finalists for 2025-26 Rookie of the Year | BCHL League Site

Eagles Name Rutherford New Head Coach-GM:

Surrey Eagles Hire David Rutherford as GM & Head Coach | Surrey Eagles

Stone Leaves Express-Named Head Coach/GM Of Campbell River Storm:

Coquitlam Express Coaching Staff Update | Coquitlam Express

Grabas, Ivashchenko, Zol Named Finalists For MVP:

Grabas, Ivashchenko, Zol named finalists for 2025-26 Most Valuable Player | BCHL League Site

Former Penticton Panthers Goaltender Shares Road To Sobriety:

Former BCHL player shares his road to sobriety | Life | kelownadailycourier.ca

Spruce Grove Saints Sign Cronan For 2026-27 Season:

NEWS: Saints Add Forward Owen Cronan For 2026-27 Season | Spruce Grove Saints

Year End BCHL All-Stars:

BCHL announces 2025-26 Year-End All-Stars | BCHL League Site

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Sunday, May 3, 2026

Silverbacks Name Former Vipers Head Coach/GM Ferner Special Advisor To President Of Hockey Operations:

The Salmon Arm Silverbacks have named former Vernon Vipers Head
 Coach/GM Mark Ferner Special Advisor to the President of Hockey Operations.

Source: https://www.sasilverbacks.com/


Source: https://vernonmorningstar.com/


Ferner spent the past two seasons coaching in Los Angeles with the LA Jr. Kings 16U AAA team.

Ferner played three seasons in the Western Hockey League with the Kamloops Junior Oilers/Kamloops Blazers from 1982-1985 before signing his first professional contract with the American Hockey League Rochester Americans in 1985 before making his NHL debut with the Buffalo Sabres in 1986. Ferner was drafted #21 by the Expansion Anaheim Mighty Ducks at the 1993 NHL Expansion Draft. Ferner played fourteen seasons in the American Hockey League and International Hockey League from 1985-2001 with nine different teams and parts of six seasons in the NHL with Buffalo, Washington, Detroit and Anaheim. 

Ferner got into coaching in 2000. Ferner joined the Vernon Vipers in 2007 after three seasons with the Western Hockey League Kamloops Blazers. Ferner spent nine seasons with the Vernon Vipers as Head Coach, General Manager and Director of Hockey Operations from 2007-2011 & 2014-2019. After four years with the Vipers Ferner left Vernon in 2011 for the Western Hockey League Everett Silvertips. After being let go in Everett, Ferner returned to Vernon in 2014 before his contract ended in 2019. Ferner spent the 2019-20 season as scout with the Buffalo Sabres before being fired after one season before coaching four seasons in Kelowna from 2020-2024 with RINK Hockey Academy.

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Saturday, May 2, 2026

Former Vipers Kresl, Bydal & Blanck Finish Top Sixteen In NAHL Scoring:

Former Vernon Vipers forwards Charlie Kresl, Luc Bydal & Talan Blanck

finished in the North American Hockey League top sixteen regular season scoring.

Source: https://nahl.com/


NAHL Skater Statistics | North American Hockey League | NAHL


Kresl is in his first season with the North American Hockey League Bismarck Bobcats. Kresl finished 16th in regular season scoring. In 51 regular season games, Kresl collected (18-goals-48-assists-66-points).In 5 playoff games, Kresl collected (0-goals-0-assists-0-points).


Kresl and the Bobcats lost in the first round of the NAHL playoffs to the Aberdeen Wings.


Kresl had previously committed to UMass-Lowell University for the 2026-27 season.


Kresl committed to the Vernon Vipers January 22nd 2024 for the 2024-25 season. In 45 games with the Vernon Vipers, Kresl collected (12-goals-15-assists-27-points).


Charlie Kresl's Player Profile:


Charles Kresl - Stats, Contract, Salary & More


Bydal is in his first season with the Anchorage Wolverines finished 4th in regular season league scoring. Bydal signed a tender agreement with the Wolverines May 23rd 2025. In 58 regular season games, Bydal collected (43-goals-40-assists-83-points). In 4 playoff games, Bydal collected (3-goals-0-assists-3-points).

Bydal and the Wolverines lost in the first round of the NAHL playoffs to the Minnesota Wilderness.

Bydal has committed to Long Island University for the 2026-27 season.

Bydal split the 2024-25 season with the North American Hockey League Minot Minotauros, North American Hockey League Colorado Grit and the Vernon Vipers. The Vernon Vipers signed Bydal January 23rd 2025. In 17 games with the Vernon Vipers, Bydal collected (5-goals-4-assists-9-points).

Luc Bydal's Player Profile:

Luc Bydal - Stats, Contract, Salary & More


Blanck is in his first season with the North American Hockey League Minnesota Wilderness. The Wilderness seletced Blanck 16th overall in the 1st round of the 2025 NAHL Entry Draft. In 58 regular season games, Blanck collected (28-goals-38-assists-66-points). In 4 playoff games, Blanck has (5-goals-5-assists-10-points).


Blanck and the Wilderness are in the second round of the NAHL playoffs facing the Wisconsin Windigo.


Blanck had previously committed to the University of Alaska-Fairbanks for the 2025-26 season, has committed for the 2026-27 season.

Blanck split the 2024-25 season with the United States Hockey League Sioux City Musketeers and the Vernon Vipers.

The Vernon Vipers signed Blanck December 23rd 2024. In 27 games with the Vernon Vipers, Blanck collected (11-goals-21-assists-32-points).

Talan Blanck's Player Profile:

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