Storm’s Ander signs with BCIHL’s Vikes

David Ander of the Kamloops Storm has committed to play for the UVic Vikes in the B.C. Intercollegiate Hockey League next fall. Ander, 20, had 22 points in 36 games, then added two points in six KIJHL Championship playoff games. The Calgary native played 114 career KIJHL regular season games with 25 goals, 48 assists […]

KIJHL Championship Final Game 2 recap

April 18/26 Princeton Posse (1) at Kimberley Dynamiters (2) Dynamiters lead series 2-0 Adam Kisilevich was excellent in goal for the Dynamiters with a 30-save performance in front of 1,418 spectators.  “Adam was steady,” said Dynamiters head coach Derek Stuart. Kisilevich allowed the opening goal to Simon Cecconi 1:40 into the first period. The Dynamiters […]

Wolverines like Thunder Cats’ O’Handley for his gritty style, size

Daniel O’Handley of the Creston Valley Thunder Cats has committed to play for the University of Flint-Michigan Wolverines in the American Collegiate Hockey Association Division 1 next fall. The Adelaide, Australia native had 11 points in 38 games for the Thunder Cats. Over two seasons, the 6-1, 205-pound forward played in 76 regular season games […]

KIJHL Championship Final preview

The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) Championship Final has arrived — and it brings a rematch from 2023 between the Kimberley Dynamiters and Princeton Posse. Kimberley won that series in seven games. Posse captain Jalen McRae is the lone returning player who appeared in that final, while Ben Dods suited up in two games […]

Most Valuable Player: Brady Magarrell – Beaver Valley Nitehawks

This week the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) will announce its Overall Award winners for on-ice excellence: Most Valuable Player, Top Scorer, Top Defenceman, Top Goaltender, Rookie of the Year, Most Sportsmanlike Player, Coach of the Year and General Manager of the Year.  Today we are proud to conclude those on-ice performers with the […]

Top Scorer: Levi Astill – Grand Forks Border Bruins

This week the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) will announce its Overall Award winners for on-ice excellence: Most Valuable Player, Top Scorer, Top Defenceman, Top Goaltender, Rookie of the Year, Most Sportsmanlike Player, Coach of the Year and General Manager of the Year.  Today the KIJHL is pleased to announce that Levi Astill of […]

Top Defenceman: Declan Pocock – Williams Lake Mustangs

This week the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) will announce its Overall Award winners for on-ice excellence: Most Valuable Player, Top Scorer, Top Defenceman, Top Goaltender, Rookie of the Year, Most Sportsmanlike Player, Coach of the Year and General Manager of the Year.  Today the KIJHL is pleased to announce that Declan Pocock of […]

Top Goalie: Leo den Besten – Fernie Ghostriders

This week the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) will announce its Overall Award winners for on-ice excellence: Most Valuable Player, Top Scorer, Top Defenceman, Top Goaltender, Rookie of the Year, Most Sportsmanlike Player, Coach of the Year and General Manager of the Year.  Today the KIJHL is pleased to announce that Leo den Besten […]

River Rush alum Anderson brings offence to NCAA D3 Blue Devils

Quesnel River Rush alum Cash Anderson (2022-25) completed his first season of collegiate hockey in NCAA Division 3 with the Fredonia State Blue Devils. After producing 100 points in 108 career KIJHL regular season games, the Armstrong native was able to show his offensive abilities with the Blue Devils. On Jan. 26, Anderson was named […]