Friday, June 16, 2023

Former Vipers Host Up My Hockey Invitational Tournament:

Former NHLer and Vernon Vipers color commentator Jason Podollan is hosting the Up My Hockey invitational tournament this weekend in Vernon.

Here is the story from Castanet.net,

Ex-NHLer Jason Podollan brings best of young talent to Vernon for tourney - Vernon News - Castanet.net

Former NHLers and former Vernon Vipers Aaron Volpatti, Jerred Smithson and Mark Ferner will also be involved this weekend.

Podollan was part time color commentator with the 2022-23 Vernon Vipers.

Jason Podollan's Player Profile:

Jason Podollan - Elite Prospects

Volpatti played three seasons in Vernon with the Vernon Vipers from 2003-2006. In 137 games with the Vipers, Volpatti collected (13-goals-24-assists-37-points).

Aaron Volpatti's Player Profile:

Aaron Volpatti - Elite Prospects

Smithson was an Assistant Coach with the 2017-18 Vernon Vipers.

Jerred Smithson's Player Profile:

Jerred Smithson - Elite Prospects

Ferner spent nine seasons in Vernon as Head Coach/GM from 2007-2011 & 2014-2019. Ferner lead the Vipers to three straight Royal Bank Cups from 2009-2011 winning back to back National Championships in 2009 & 2010.

Mark Ferner's Player/Coaching Profile:

Mark Ferner - Elite Prospects

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