In Trail at Cominco Arena the Smoke Eaters took over top spot in the Interior Conference by defeating the Cowichan Valley Capitals 6-1. Trail's powerplay and top line once again led the way with three man-advantage markers and nine points combined from Travis St. Denis, Sam Mellor, and Scott Jacklin.
In Coquitlam at the Sports Centre the Express exploded in the second period to defeat the Surrey Eagles 5-1. Tied 0-0 Coquitlam tallied three consecutive power play goals and four markers in total to break the game wide open. Brad Reid and Destry Straight led the way with four point nights each.
In Nanaimo at Frank Crane Arena the Victoria Grizzlies rallied late to force extra time and defeated the Clippers 4-3 in double overtime. Leading 1-0 the Grizzlies gave up three goals in the first three minutes of the third period. The 3-1 deficit lasted until five minutes left when Victoria scored their second followed by the tying goal with a little over a minute left in the game.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Monk Returns from WJAC Camp
Salmon Arm Silverbacks second year defenceman Josh Monk has returned to Salmon Arm after attending the World Junior "A" Challenge Team Canada West Evaluation Camp on Monday and Tuesday September 27 and 28 in Penticton, British Columbia. The 1992 born Langley resident was on Team Red which lost 6-5 in overtime on Monday and won 7-3 on Tuesday. Monk recorded two assists and four penalty minutes.
With a 22 man roster it is likely Team Canada West will carry seven or eight defenseman and Monk was one of 12 rearguards invited to camp with two returning from the 2009 team in Joey LaLeggia '92 (Penticton) and Ben Gallacher '92 (Camrose). Of the 12, one was born in 1991, eight in 1992, and three in 1993. The team can have a mamimum of five 1991 born players with three 1991 goaltenders and nine 1991 forwards invited to camp. It is also still possible for a defenceman to make the team that was not invited to the evaluation.
The final Team Canada West Roster will be named on October 15th with the W.J.A.C. starting on Monday November 8th in Penticton.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
Week Three's Power Rankings
Interior Conference:
1.(2) Trail Smoke Eaters (3-1 W @ SUR, 4-2 W @ LAN, 0-1 L @ POW, 5-3 W @ NAN)
2.(3) Salmon Arm Silverbacks (5-3 W vs. PG, 6-5 W @ PEN)
3.(4) Vernon Vipers (4-5 OTL vs. MER, 1-3 L @ PG, 5-2 W @ QUE, 6-0 W @ PG)
4.(5) Penticton (3-2 OTW vs. PG, 5-6 L vs. SA, 3-1 W @ QUE, 6-2 W @ PG, 0-2 L @ QUE)
5.(1) Westside Warriors (2-3 L @ COW, 3-2 W @ NAN, 1-3 L @ VIC, 3-3 T @ ALB)
6.(6) Quesnel Millionaires (1-3 L vs. PEN, 2-5 L vs. VER, 2-0 W vs. PEN)
7.(7) PG (2-3 OTL @ PEN, 3-4 L @ SA, 3-1 W vs. VER, 2-6 L vs. PEN, 0-6 L vs. VER)
8.(8) Merritt Centennials (5-4 OTW @ VER, 0-3 L @ POW, 1-5 L vs. COQ)
Coastal Conference:
1.(3) Powell River Kings (3-0 W vs. MER, 1-0 W vs. TRA)
2.(5) Alberni Valley Bulldogs (4-3 OTW vs. LAN, 3-3 T vs. WES)
3.(1) Langley Chiefs (2-4 L vs. TRA, 3-4 OTL @ ALB, 6-3 W @ COW, 3-2 W @ VIC)
4.(2) Surrey Eagles (1-3 L vs. TRA, 2-4 L @ COQ, 7-3 W vs. COQ)
5.(7) Coquitlam Express (4-2 W vs. SUR, 5-1 W vs. MER, 3-7 L @ SUR)
6.(8) Cowichan Valley Capitals (3-2 W vs. WES, 5-4 W vs. VIC, 3-6 L vs. LAN)
7.(4) Victoria Grizzlies (4-5 L @ COW, 3-1 W vs. WES, 2-3 L vs. LAN)
8.(6) Nanaimo Clippers (2-3 L vs. WES, 3-5 L vs. TRA)
1.(2) Trail Smoke Eaters (3-1 W @ SUR, 4-2 W @ LAN, 0-1 L @ POW, 5-3 W @ NAN)
2.(3) Salmon Arm Silverbacks (5-3 W vs. PG, 6-5 W @ PEN)
3.(4) Vernon Vipers (4-5 OTL vs. MER, 1-3 L @ PG, 5-2 W @ QUE, 6-0 W @ PG)
4.(5) Penticton (3-2 OTW vs. PG, 5-6 L vs. SA, 3-1 W @ QUE, 6-2 W @ PG, 0-2 L @ QUE)
5.(1) Westside Warriors (2-3 L @ COW, 3-2 W @ NAN, 1-3 L @ VIC, 3-3 T @ ALB)
6.(6) Quesnel Millionaires (1-3 L vs. PEN, 2-5 L vs. VER, 2-0 W vs. PEN)
7.(7) PG (2-3 OTL @ PEN, 3-4 L @ SA, 3-1 W vs. VER, 2-6 L vs. PEN, 0-6 L vs. VER)
8.(8) Merritt Centennials (5-4 OTW @ VER, 0-3 L @ POW, 1-5 L vs. COQ)
Coastal Conference:
1.(3) Powell River Kings (3-0 W vs. MER, 1-0 W vs. TRA)
2.(5) Alberni Valley Bulldogs (4-3 OTW vs. LAN, 3-3 T vs. WES)
3.(1) Langley Chiefs (2-4 L vs. TRA, 3-4 OTL @ ALB, 6-3 W @ COW, 3-2 W @ VIC)
4.(2) Surrey Eagles (1-3 L vs. TRA, 2-4 L @ COQ, 7-3 W vs. COQ)
5.(7) Coquitlam Express (4-2 W vs. SUR, 5-1 W vs. MER, 3-7 L @ SUR)
6.(8) Cowichan Valley Capitals (3-2 W vs. WES, 5-4 W vs. VIC, 3-6 L vs. LAN)
7.(4) Victoria Grizzlies (4-5 L @ COW, 3-1 W vs. WES, 2-3 L vs. LAN)
8.(6) Nanaimo Clippers (2-3 L vs. WES, 3-5 L vs. TRA)
Week Three's Three Stars
1. Goaltender Michael Garteig '91 (Powell River Kings) - (2 Starts, 2 Wins, 2 Shutouts, 41 Saves)
2. Forward Sam Mellor '92 (Trail Smoke Eaters/Alaska-Anchorage) - (4 Games, 5 Goals, 4 Assists, Team Record: 3-1-0-0)
3. Forward Matt Ius '90 (Langley Chiefs) - (4 Games, 6 Goals, 3 Assists, Team Record: 2-1-0-1)
Night 11
In Quesnel at the Twin Arenas Kirby Halcrow made 28 saves as the Millionaires defeated the Penticton Vees 2-0. Tied 0-0 the Mills scored halfway through the third period to take the lead and added an empty netter late. In a game with only three penalties called the Vees netminder Joel Rumpel took the loss giving up one goal with 33 saves.
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Vernon Vipers scored 31 seconds into the game and carried that momentum throughout to defeat the Spruce Kings 6-0. Blake Voth made 16 saves for the shuout while Trevor Fitzgerald scored twice.
In Nanaimo at Frank Crane Arena the Trail Smoke Eaters recieved 43 saves from Matt Larose to defeat the Clippers 5-3. The top line was also red hot for the Smokies with two goals on the power play and five point games from both Sam Mellor and Travis St. Denis.
In Port Alberni at Weyerhaeuser Arena the Alberni Valley Bulldogs and Westside Warriors skated to a 3-3 tie thanks to 43 saves from the Bulldogs Frank Slubowski. Combining for five goals in the second period with both teams holding the lead the two teams played the final 30 minutes scoreless.
In Victoria at Bear Mountain Arena the Langley Chiefs led on three seperate occassions to defeat the Grizzlies 3-2. Responding twice to the Grizzlies tying the game up Langley took the lead for good halfway through the third period two minutes after a Victoria man advantage goal with a power play marker of thier own.
In Surrey at the South Arena the Eagles scored the last four goals of the game to defeat the Coquitlam Express 7-3. Trailing 3-1 the Express tied the game late in the second period on the power play only to have the Eagles respond short handed a minute and a half later and add three more tallies in the third to close out the scoring.
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Vernon Vipers scored 31 seconds into the game and carried that momentum throughout to defeat the Spruce Kings 6-0. Blake Voth made 16 saves for the shuout while Trevor Fitzgerald scored twice.
In Nanaimo at Frank Crane Arena the Trail Smoke Eaters recieved 43 saves from Matt Larose to defeat the Clippers 5-3. The top line was also red hot for the Smokies with two goals on the power play and five point games from both Sam Mellor and Travis St. Denis.
In Port Alberni at Weyerhaeuser Arena the Alberni Valley Bulldogs and Westside Warriors skated to a 3-3 tie thanks to 43 saves from the Bulldogs Frank Slubowski. Combining for five goals in the second period with both teams holding the lead the two teams played the final 30 minutes scoreless.
In Victoria at Bear Mountain Arena the Langley Chiefs led on three seperate occassions to defeat the Grizzlies 3-2. Responding twice to the Grizzlies tying the game up Langley took the lead for good halfway through the third period two minutes after a Victoria man advantage goal with a power play marker of thier own.
In Surrey at the South Arena the Eagles scored the last four goals of the game to defeat the Coquitlam Express 7-3. Trailing 3-1 the Express tied the game late in the second period on the power play only to have the Eagles respond short handed a minute and a half later and add three more tallies in the third to close out the scoring.
Night 10
In Quesnel at the Twin Arenas the Vernon Vipers scored four times on the man advantage to defeat the Millionaires 5-2. Finishing four-for-nine on the power play the Vipers also did not allow a goal while short handed in eight Quesnel oppurtunites.
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Penticton Vees broke open a close game late to defeat the Spruce Kings 6-2. Leading 3-2 the Vees scored three times in the final three minutes including twice into an empty net.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Kings scored the only goal of the game 52 seconds in to defeat the Trail Smoke Eaters 1-0. Michael Garteig recorded his second shutout in as many games with 22 saves while counterpart Kiefer Smiley turned aside 43 shots in a losing cause.
In Victoria at Bear Mountain Arena the Grizzlies scored twice on the power play to defeat the Westside Warriors 3-1. Matt Ginn was sharp in the Victoria net stopping 31 shots and only allowing a penalty shot goal against.
In Coquitlam at the Sports Centre the Express scored three times on the power play to defeat the Merritt Centennials 5-1. Luke Hernandez was strong in goal for Coquitlam making 29 saves and only having his shutout bid broken with three minutes remaining.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Langley Chiefs were the only team to score after the first period to defeat the Cowichan Valley Capitals 6-3. Tied 3-3 after 20 minutes Langley scored once in the second period and twice in the third. Matt Ius led the way for the Chiefs with two goals and two assists.
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Penticton Vees broke open a close game late to defeat the Spruce Kings 6-2. Leading 3-2 the Vees scored three times in the final three minutes including twice into an empty net.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Kings scored the only goal of the game 52 seconds in to defeat the Trail Smoke Eaters 1-0. Michael Garteig recorded his second shutout in as many games with 22 saves while counterpart Kiefer Smiley turned aside 43 shots in a losing cause.
In Victoria at Bear Mountain Arena the Grizzlies scored twice on the power play to defeat the Westside Warriors 3-1. Matt Ginn was sharp in the Victoria net stopping 31 shots and only allowing a penalty shot goal against.
In Coquitlam at the Sports Centre the Express scored three times on the power play to defeat the Merritt Centennials 5-1. Luke Hernandez was strong in goal for Coquitlam making 29 saves and only having his shutout bid broken with three minutes remaining.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Langley Chiefs were the only team to score after the first period to defeat the Cowichan Valley Capitals 6-3. Tied 3-3 after 20 minutes Langley scored once in the second period and twice in the third. Matt Ius led the way for the Chiefs with two goals and two assists.
Night 9
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Spruce Kings received 44 saves from Ryan Benitez to defeat the Vernon Vipers 3-1. A pair of first period power play goals from Chris Bodo put the Sprucies out in front for their first victory of the season.
In Quesnel at the Twin Arenas the Penticton Vees received 34 saves from Billy Faust to defeat the Millionaires 3-1. After falling behind 1-0 the Vees used a pair of late first period power play goals to take the lead.
In Nanaimo at Frank Crane Arena the Westside Warriors responded to an early goal and scored late to defeat the Clippers 3-2. After Nanaimo scored 36 seconds into the game to take the lead the Warriors responded with two late first period goals to jump out in front. In the third period the Clippers quickly tied the game only to have Westside go back out in front for good with four and a half minutes remaining.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Kings scored on the power play, while short handed, and at even strength to defeat the Merritt Centennials 3-0. Michael Garteig registered 19 saves for the blanking.
In Port Alberni at Weyerhaeuser Arena the Alberni Valley Bulldogs scored on a power play in overtime to defeat the Langley Chiefs 4-3. Leading 1-0 and 2-1 the Bulldogs found themselves trailing 3-2 with two minutes remaining in the game but scored 11 seconds later to force extra time. Cole Huggins made 52 saves for Langley in a losing cause.
In Coquitlam at the Sports Centre the Express scored first and last to defeat the Surrey Eagles 4-2. After having a 2-0 lead whitewashed by two power play goals in the second period the Express were the only team to score in the final frame.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Cowichan Valley Capitals rallied from down three goals to defeat the Victoria Grizzlies 5-4. Down 4-1 after one period the Capitals scored twice on the power play in the second stanza and twice at even strength in the final frame for four straight markers unanswered.
In Quesnel at the Twin Arenas the Penticton Vees received 34 saves from Billy Faust to defeat the Millionaires 3-1. After falling behind 1-0 the Vees used a pair of late first period power play goals to take the lead.
In Nanaimo at Frank Crane Arena the Westside Warriors responded to an early goal and scored late to defeat the Clippers 3-2. After Nanaimo scored 36 seconds into the game to take the lead the Warriors responded with two late first period goals to jump out in front. In the third period the Clippers quickly tied the game only to have Westside go back out in front for good with four and a half minutes remaining.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Kings scored on the power play, while short handed, and at even strength to defeat the Merritt Centennials 3-0. Michael Garteig registered 19 saves for the blanking.
In Port Alberni at Weyerhaeuser Arena the Alberni Valley Bulldogs scored on a power play in overtime to defeat the Langley Chiefs 4-3. Leading 1-0 and 2-1 the Bulldogs found themselves trailing 3-2 with two minutes remaining in the game but scored 11 seconds later to force extra time. Cole Huggins made 52 saves for Langley in a losing cause.
In Coquitlam at the Sports Centre the Express scored first and last to defeat the Surrey Eagles 4-2. After having a 2-0 lead whitewashed by two power play goals in the second period the Express were the only team to score in the final frame.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Cowichan Valley Capitals rallied from down three goals to defeat the Victoria Grizzlies 5-4. Down 4-1 after one period the Capitals scored twice on the power play in the second stanza and twice at even strength in the final frame for four straight markers unanswered.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Gannon & Harbinson
Salmon Arm Silverbacks' second year forward Devin Gannon is off to a terrific to the season. The Kamloops resident leads the Apes in points through seven games with four goals and five assists while also being named an Assistant Captain. Last season the 1991 born centre played in 58 games and collected eight goals and 13 assists along with 76 penalty minutes. Prior to joining the Silverbacks the 6'0" 170 pounder spend two season with the Kamloops Storm in the KIJHL where he played 47 games in his second year with 20 goals and 27 assists along with 134 penalty minutes. In his first year Gannon played in 44 games and had eight goals and assists with 54 minutes in penalties.
Penticton Vees' General Manager and Head Coach Fred Harbinson begins his fourth season and is coming off a franchise record year where the Vees finished with a 48-8-0-4 record good for 100 points. After winning the BCHL Championship in his first year at the helm Penticton has lost in the Conference Semi-Finals and Finals in the last two seasons. Night 8
In Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre the Salmon Arm Silverbacks (6-1-0-0) survived a late third period rally to defeat the Vees (3-3-0-0) by a score of 6-5. Trailing 1-0 and not yet recording a shot on goal the Silverbacks gained momentum midway through the first frame with a power play goal and added two more tallies late in the first to take the lead for good. Penticton got a goal back quickly in the second only to have Salmon Arm respond with three goals for a second straight period and a 6-2 advantage. The Vees rallied in the final stanza to pull within one but could not find the equalizer in the final two minutes.
In Langley at the Events Centre the Trail Smoke Eaters (5-2-0-0) defeated the Chiefs 4-2 for the team's third straight victory. Taking advantage of nine power play opportunities the Smoke Eaters scored twice while having to kill off three penalties of their own. Trail's top line led the way with Scott Jacklin getting in on all four goals with one tally and three assists while Sam Mellor scored twice.
In Langley at the Events Centre the Trail Smoke Eaters (5-2-0-0) defeated the Chiefs 4-2 for the team's third straight victory. Taking advantage of nine power play opportunities the Smoke Eaters scored twice while having to kill off three penalties of their own. Trail's top line led the way with Scott Jacklin getting in on all four goals with one tally and three assists while Sam Mellor scored twice.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Salmon Arm @ Penticton Lines
Salmon Arm:
TenVaanholt - Killip - Mistal
Cassidy - Gannon - Michelle
Formosa - Gervais - Manson
Muller - McKissock - Samuel
Atkinson - Monk
Reardon - Vasaturo
Krabben - Cave
Moore
Williams
Fauchoux/Hoe/Knowles/Zulinick
Penticton:
Milan - O'Donnell - Benik
Loik - Iacobellis - Polk
Johnston - Mountain - Robbins
Nicholishen - Hall - Charles
Johnson - Stecher
LaLeggia - Werbowski
Beaulieu - Hlookoff
Rumpel
Faust
Bannor/Berry/Holka/MacMillan
TenVaanholt - Killip - Mistal
Cassidy - Gannon - Michelle
Formosa - Gervais - Manson
Muller - McKissock - Samuel
Atkinson - Monk
Reardon - Vasaturo
Krabben - Cave
Moore
Williams
Fauchoux/Hoe/Knowles/Zulinick
Penticton:
Milan - O'Donnell - Benik
Loik - Iacobellis - Polk
Johnston - Mountain - Robbins
Nicholishen - Hall - Charles
Johnson - Stecher
LaLeggia - Werbowski
Beaulieu - Hlookoff
Rumpel
Faust
Bannor/Berry/Holka/MacMillan
Monk Invited to WJAC Camp
Salmon Arm Silverbacks second year defenceman Josh Monk has been invited to the World Junior "A" Challenge Team Canada West Evaluation Camp on Monday and Tuesday September 27 and 28 in Penticton, British Columbia. The 1992 born Monk is one of 12 rearguards invited to camp with two returning from the 2009 team in Joey LaLeggia (Penticton) and Ben Gallacher (Camrose).Last season in his first in Salmon Arm the Langley resident quickly progressed into a minute-eating role and finished the year as one of the team's top defenceman.
The final Team Canada West Roster will be named in late October with the W.J.A.C. starting on Monday November 8th in Penticton.
Coaches Reports
Salmon Arm Silverbacks General Manager & Head Coach Tim Kehler.
Prince George Spruce Kings General Manager and Head Coach Ed Dempsey is in his seventh season with the Sprucies. For the first time in his tenure Prince George missed the playoffs last season with an 18-37-1-4 record which was five points back of the Merritt Centennials for the final playoff position.Night 7
In Salmon Arm at the Sunwave Centre the Silverbacks (5-1-0-0) used two late first period power-play goals to defeat the Prince George Spruce Kings (0-3-0-2) 5-3. Tied 1-1 the Apes took the lead for good with three minutes left in the first frame after goals 29 seconds apart on the man advantage. The two teams swapped goals early in the first period and also in the third to round out the scoring. Salmon Arm finished two-for-two on the power-play while Devin Gannon scored twice and added an assist.
In Surrey at the South Arena the Trail Smoke Eaters (4-2-0-0) snapped the Eagles (4-2-0-0) four game winning streak with a 3-1 victory. After scoring 21 goals in their previous three games the Eagles were held to only one by Kiefer Smiley who made 27 saves. Scoring two first period goals to take the lead Trail was also solid on the penalty kill finishing seven-for-eight.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Cowichan Valley Capitals (1-3-0-0) won their first game of the season over the Westside Warriors (2-3-0-0) by a 3-2 final. Scoring a goal in each period the Capitals received 48 saves from Alexandre Peck. The only two markers to get by the goaltender were both on the power-play with Westside getting nine opportunities in total.
In Surrey at the South Arena the Trail Smoke Eaters (4-2-0-0) snapped the Eagles (4-2-0-0) four game winning streak with a 3-1 victory. After scoring 21 goals in their previous three games the Eagles were held to only one by Kiefer Smiley who made 27 saves. Scoring two first period goals to take the lead Trail was also solid on the penalty kill finishing seven-for-eight.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Cowichan Valley Capitals (1-3-0-0) won their first game of the season over the Westside Warriors (2-3-0-0) by a 3-2 final. Scoring a goal in each period the Capitals received 48 saves from Alexandre Peck. The only two markers to get by the goaltender were both on the power-play with Westside getting nine opportunities in total.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Salmon Arm vs. Prince George Lines
Salmon Arm:
TenVaanholt - Killip - Mistal
Cassidy - Gannon - Michelle
Formosa - Gervais - Manson
Muller - McKissock - Samuel
Atkinson - Monk
Reardon - Vasaturo
Krabben - Cave
Moore
Stanwood
Fauchoux/Hoe/Knowles/Williams/Zulinick
Prince George:
Manlow - Tiechko - Bodo
Khaira - DeSousa - Berra
Fornwald - Ryan - Sybil
Hannas - Earnest - Spraggs/Wiebe
Fillion - Davies
Henderson - Grimm
Datoff - Hambrook
Thompson
Benitez
Esau/Khan
TenVaanholt - Killip - Mistal
Cassidy - Gannon - Michelle
Formosa - Gervais - Manson
Muller - McKissock - Samuel
Atkinson - Monk
Reardon - Vasaturo
Krabben - Cave
Moore
Stanwood
Fauchoux/Hoe/Knowles/Williams/Zulinick
Prince George:
Manlow - Tiechko - Bodo
Khaira - DeSousa - Berra
Fornwald - Ryan - Sybil
Hannas - Earnest - Spraggs/Wiebe
Fillion - Davies
Henderson - Grimm
Datoff - Hambrook
Thompson
Benitez
Esau/Khan
Night 6
In Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre the Prince George Spruce Kings (0-2-0-2) earned a point by erasing a two-goal deficit but dropped a 3-2 double-overtime decision to the Vees (3-2-0-0). Down 2-0 seven minutes into the game the Spruce Kings made a goalie change and scored late in the first period along with halfway through the third to force extra time.
In Vernon at Wesbild Centre the Merritt Centennials (1-4-0-0) won their first game of the season with a 5-4 double-overtime victory over the Vipers (2-2-0-1). Merritt erased two one-goal deficits in the game thanks in large part to finishing three-for-four on the powerplay. Vernon also trailed twice in the game and scored with 32 seconds left to gain a point.
In Vernon at Wesbild Centre the Merritt Centennials (1-4-0-0) won their first game of the season with a 5-4 double-overtime victory over the Vipers (2-2-0-1). Merritt erased two one-goal deficits in the game thanks in large part to finishing three-for-four on the powerplay. Vernon also trailed twice in the game and scored with 32 seconds left to gain a point.
Monday, September 20, 2010
Week Two's Power Rankings
Interior Conference:
1.(4) Westside Warriors (3-2 W @ Trail, 6-3 W vs. Trail)
2.(3) Trail Smoke Eaters (2-3 L vs. Westside, 3-6 L @ Westside, 5-1 W @ Salmon)
3.(2) Salmon Arm Silverbacks (2-1 W @ Merritt, 8-4 W vs. Merritt, 1-5 L vs. Trail)
4.(5) Vernon Vipers (3-2 W @ Penticton, 4-1 W vs. Penticton)
5.(1) Penticton Vees (2-3 L vs. Vernon, 1-4 L @ Vernon)
6.(6) Quesnel Millionaires (3-1 W vs. Coquitlam, 1-8 L vs. Langley)
7.(7) Prince George Spruce Kings (3-6 L vs. Langley, 3-4 L vs. Coquitlam)
8.(8) Merritt Centennials (1-2 L vs. Salmon Arm, 4-8 L @ Salmon Arm)
Coastal Conference:
1.(3) Langley Chiefs (6-3 W @ Prince George, 8-1 W @ Quesnel)
2.(4) Surrey Eagles (8-2 W @ Nanaimo, 7-2 W @ Cowichan, 6-5 W @ Powell River)
3.(2) Powell River Kings (4-3 OTW vs. Victoria, 4-2 W @ Victoria, 5-6 L vs. Surrey)
1.(4) Westside Warriors (3-2 W @ Trail, 6-3 W vs. Trail)
2.(3) Trail Smoke Eaters (2-3 L vs. Westside, 3-6 L @ Westside, 5-1 W @ Salmon)
3.(2) Salmon Arm Silverbacks (2-1 W @ Merritt, 8-4 W vs. Merritt, 1-5 L vs. Trail)
4.(5) Vernon Vipers (3-2 W @ Penticton, 4-1 W vs. Penticton)
5.(1) Penticton Vees (2-3 L vs. Vernon, 1-4 L @ Vernon)
6.(6) Quesnel Millionaires (3-1 W vs. Coquitlam, 1-8 L vs. Langley)
7.(7) Prince George Spruce Kings (3-6 L vs. Langley, 3-4 L vs. Coquitlam)
8.(8) Merritt Centennials (1-2 L vs. Salmon Arm, 4-8 L @ Salmon Arm)
Coastal Conference:
1.(3) Langley Chiefs (6-3 W @ Prince George, 8-1 W @ Quesnel)
2.(4) Surrey Eagles (8-2 W @ Nanaimo, 7-2 W @ Cowichan, 6-5 W @ Powell River)
3.(2) Powell River Kings (4-3 OTW vs. Victoria, 4-2 W @ Victoria, 5-6 L vs. Surrey)
4.(5) Victoria Grizzlies (3-4 OTL @ Powell River, 2-4 L vs. Powell River)
5.(7) Alberni Valley Bulldogs (5-4 W vs. Cowichan, 4-3 OTW vs. Nanaimo)
6.(1) Nanaimo Clippers (2-8 L vs. Surrey, 3-4 OTL @ Alberni)
7.(6)Coquitlam Express (1-3 L @ Quesnel, 4-3 W @ Prince George)
8.(8) Cowichan Valley Capitals (4-5 L @ Alberni, 2-7 L vs. Surrey)
Week Two's Three Stars
1. Forward Richard Vanderhoek (Surrey Eagles) - 3 Games, 6 Goals, 5 Assists, Team's Record: 3-0-0-0.
2. Forward Jeff Vanderlugt (Surrey Eagles) - 3 Games, 5 Goals, 6 Assists, Team Record: 3-0-0-0.3. Forward Matt Ius (Langley Chiefs) - 2 Games, 2 Goals, 4 Assists, Team Rocord: 2-0-0-0.
Last Night's Audio
Cody Michelle is in his rookie season with the Salmon Arm Silverbacks after two years with the Prince Albert Mintos. Last season as the Captain he collected 19 goals and 49 points in 43 games. In his first campaign with the Mintos the Prince Albert, Saskatchewan resident finished with 13 goals and 38 points in 43 games. Salmon Arm Silverbacks General Manager & Head Coach Tim Kehler.
Trail Smoke Eaters General Manager and Head Coach Jim Ingram is in his fourth season with the Smokies. In his three seasons Trail has finished with similar records of 23-30-1-6, 25-31-2-2, and 20-32-1-7.Night 5
In Salmon Arm at the Sunwave Centre the Trail Smoke Eaters (3-2-0-0) handed the Silverbacks (4-1-0-0) their first loss of the season with a 5-1 victory. Making his first British Columbia Hockey League start Matt LaRose was excellent making 27 saves but unfortunately had his shutout bid spoiled with three minutes remaining. Up front Trail's top line was solid with Scott Jacklin collected three assists and Sam Mellor potting two goals.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Surrey Eagles (4-1-0-0) completed a weekend sweep with a 6-5 victory over the Kings (3-2-0-0). Once again the Eagles' power-play and top line were terrific with Surrey finishing three-for-three on the man advantage and Richard Vanderhoek recording a hat trick along with one assist. Scoring 21 goals the Eagles collected three wins over as many days and have now won four games in a row.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Surrey Eagles (4-1-0-0) completed a weekend sweep with a 6-5 victory over the Kings (3-2-0-0). Once again the Eagles' power-play and top line were terrific with Surrey finishing three-for-three on the man advantage and Richard Vanderhoek recording a hat trick along with one assist. Scoring 21 goals the Eagles collected three wins over as many days and have now won four games in a row.
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Last Night's Audio
Kris Moore has started the season 3-0 with a 1.00 Goals Against Average and a .971 Save Percentage. The Calgary, Alberta resident was aquired in an offseason trade from the Camrose Kodiaks where he spent two seasons. Last season the 6'0" 200 pounder appeared in 41 games and posted a 2.34 G.A.A. with a .921 save percentage. In his rookie campaign the 1990 born netminder saw action in 35 games and had a 2.69 G.A.A. and .904 save percentage. Salmon Arm Silverbacks General Manager & Head Coach Tim Kehler.
Merritt Centennials General Manager & Head Coach Luke Pierce.Night 4
In Salmon Arm at the Sunwave Centre the Silverbacks scored six times in the first 26 minutes on only 15 shots to coast to an 8-4 victory over the Merritt Centennials. Cody Michelle was the only Silverback to score twice as seven different players tallied with 13 in total registering a point. Using three power-play goals Merritt outscored the Silverbacks 4-2 in the last half of the game. With the win Salmon Arm swept the home-and-home series with the Centennials.
In Vernon at the Wesbild Centre the Vipers retired Rob Short's jersey in style with a 4-1 victory over the Pentiction Vees. Down 1-0 heading into the second period Vernon scored three times to take over the game. Captain David Robinson contributed to three of the Vipers' goals. With the win Vernon swept the home-and-home series with the Vees.
In West Kelowna at Royal LePage Place the Westside Warriors also used a second period outburst to defeat the Trail Smoke Eaters 6-3. Down 3-1 after giving up three goals in a little over a minute in the first period the Warriors responded with three of their own in a little over a minute in the second frame to take the lead. With the win Westside swept the home-and-home series with the Smoke Eaters.
In Quesnel at the Twin Arenas the Langley Chiefs broke open a close game with five third period goals to defeat the Millionaires 8-1. Scoring 28 seconds into the game Langley took an early lead and used strong goaltending from Wyatt Galley who made 39 saves to carry a narrow 3-1 advantage into the final frame. Matt Ius recorded four points in the victory.
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Coquitlam Express recieved 44 saves from Luke Hernandez to defeat the Spruce Kings 4-3. Trailing 3-1 Prince George rallied to tie the game early in the third period only to have the Express retake the lead two and a half minutes later. Zac Ashdown scored twice for the visitors.
In Victoria at Bear Mountain Arena the Powell River Kings took advantage on the power-play to defeat the Grizzlies 4-2. Handed four oppurtunites on the man-advantage the Kings scored on three of them to improve their league best power-play to 40%. Matt Garbowsky led the way with a hattrick and also an assist on the other Powell River goal. With the win the Kings won both games against Victoria in the home-and-home series.
In Port Alberni at Weyerhaeuser Arena the Alberni Valley Bulldogs ended a back and forth game in overtime with a 4-3 victory over the Nanaimo Clippers. During regulation the Bulldogs could not put the Clippers away as three seperate times Nanaimo came back to tie the game after 1-0, 2-1, and 3-2 leads. Finally Lars Hepso scored his second of the game in extra time to secure the win.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Surrey Eagles continued an offensive onslaught from the night before and defeated the Cowichan Valley Capitals 7-2. After eight goals including seven on the power-play the night before in Nanaimo the Eagles settled for seven tallies with four coming on the man-advantage for their third straight win. Jeff Vanderlugt led the way with a hattrick.
In Vernon at the Wesbild Centre the Vipers retired Rob Short's jersey in style with a 4-1 victory over the Pentiction Vees. Down 1-0 heading into the second period Vernon scored three times to take over the game. Captain David Robinson contributed to three of the Vipers' goals. With the win Vernon swept the home-and-home series with the Vees.
In West Kelowna at Royal LePage Place the Westside Warriors also used a second period outburst to defeat the Trail Smoke Eaters 6-3. Down 3-1 after giving up three goals in a little over a minute in the first period the Warriors responded with three of their own in a little over a minute in the second frame to take the lead. With the win Westside swept the home-and-home series with the Smoke Eaters.
In Quesnel at the Twin Arenas the Langley Chiefs broke open a close game with five third period goals to defeat the Millionaires 8-1. Scoring 28 seconds into the game Langley took an early lead and used strong goaltending from Wyatt Galley who made 39 saves to carry a narrow 3-1 advantage into the final frame. Matt Ius recorded four points in the victory.
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Coquitlam Express recieved 44 saves from Luke Hernandez to defeat the Spruce Kings 4-3. Trailing 3-1 Prince George rallied to tie the game early in the third period only to have the Express retake the lead two and a half minutes later. Zac Ashdown scored twice for the visitors.
In Victoria at Bear Mountain Arena the Powell River Kings took advantage on the power-play to defeat the Grizzlies 4-2. Handed four oppurtunites on the man-advantage the Kings scored on three of them to improve their league best power-play to 40%. Matt Garbowsky led the way with a hattrick and also an assist on the other Powell River goal. With the win the Kings won both games against Victoria in the home-and-home series.
In Port Alberni at Weyerhaeuser Arena the Alberni Valley Bulldogs ended a back and forth game in overtime with a 4-3 victory over the Nanaimo Clippers. During regulation the Bulldogs could not put the Clippers away as three seperate times Nanaimo came back to tie the game after 1-0, 2-1, and 3-2 leads. Finally Lars Hepso scored his second of the game in extra time to secure the win.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Surrey Eagles continued an offensive onslaught from the night before and defeated the Cowichan Valley Capitals 7-2. After eight goals including seven on the power-play the night before in Nanaimo the Eagles settled for seven tallies with four coming on the man-advantage for their third straight win. Jeff Vanderlugt led the way with a hattrick.
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Last Night's Audio
Dave Killip enters his third season with the Silverbacks and has been appointed Captain. Last year the Kelowna resident had a breakout season with 32 goals and 74 points in 60 games. In his first season the 1991 born forward recorded eight goals and 14 points in 46 games. Prior to Salmon Arm the center iceman played in the KIJHL with Chase and potted 22 goals with 54 points in 50 games.Luke Pierce took over the Merritt Centennials last season and under his guidence the team went 14-17-0-1 over the final three months of the season to clinch their first playoff spot in three seasons.Night 3
In Merritt at the Nicola Valley Arena the Salmon Arm Silverbacks protected a one-goal lead for the final 51 minutes of the game in defeating the Centennials 2-1. Salmon Arm opened the scoring five minutes into the first period only to have Merritt equalize three minutes later. However the Silverbacks took the lead right back 36 seconds after that and held onto it the rest of the way. After three goals in the first and only 22 seconds combined on the power play in that period the teams combined for over 15 minutes on the man-advantage in the final two frames but either could score again. Kris Moore was again sharp for Salmon Arm making 42 saves in front of 950 Merritt fans.
In Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre the Vernon Vipers used two early goals to take the lead and held on for a 3-2 victory over the Vees. The Vipers scored goals 45 seconds part in the first eight minutes of the game in defensive battle which featured 48 shots combined and only two power plays a piece. The result was both Vernon's first win and Penticton's first loss.
In Trail at the Cominco Arena the Westside Warriors scored two goals halfway through the third period to defeat the Smoke Eaters 3-2. Early in the third frame Trail took a 2-1 lead but the Warriors responded with two markers in two and a half minutes to go ahead for good. Granted only two power plays Westside had to kill of six and Cam Gorchynski was solid making 36 saves. The result was both the Warriors first win and the Smoke Eaters first loss.
In Quesnel at the Twin Arenas the Millionaires stayed undefeated with a 3-1 victory over the Coquitlam Express. Quesnel got two goals from Clayton Chessa and 35 saves from Kirby Halcrow for their second win of the season.
In Prince George at the Coliseum in a penalty filled affair the Langley Chiefs defeated the Spruce Kings 6-3. Langley scored all six of their goals on special teams, finishing four-for-nine on the power play and adding two shorties. Prince George meanwhile scored two man-advantage goals in the first period to take an early lead but for a second straight game squandered a multi-goal advantage after the Chiefs potted all six markers in the final two periods.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Kings would not go away and defeated the Victoria Grizzlies 4-3 in double-overtime. The Grizzlies held three different leads in the game but on three separate occasions the Kings tied the contest, eventually forcing overtime where they took the only lead they needed. Handed the final seven penalties of the game, including two in overtime, Powell River finished eight-for-nine on the penalty kill.
In Nanaimo at the Frank Crane Arena the Surrey Eagles exploded on the power play to defeat the Clippers 8-2. Finishing seven-for-11 with the man-advantage the Eagles took a commanding 8-0 lead before allowing a pair of third period power-play goals of their own. Offensively Richard Vanderhoek, Jeff Vanderlugt, and Bradley McGowen finished with six, five, and four points respectively.
In Port Alberni at the Weyerhaeuser Arena the Bulldogs scored a late shorthanded goal to defeat the Cowichan Valley Capitals 5-4. Scoring shorthanded with four and a half minutes left the Bulldogs recorded their first win of the season. Along with the shorty the Bulldogs also had three power play goals while surrendering two of them. After trailing 3-1 a late second period rally got Alberni Valley back in the game thanks to eight points from Trent Dorais and the Mitchell brothers (Josh & Sam).
In Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre the Vernon Vipers used two early goals to take the lead and held on for a 3-2 victory over the Vees. The Vipers scored goals 45 seconds part in the first eight minutes of the game in defensive battle which featured 48 shots combined and only two power plays a piece. The result was both Vernon's first win and Penticton's first loss.
In Trail at the Cominco Arena the Westside Warriors scored two goals halfway through the third period to defeat the Smoke Eaters 3-2. Early in the third frame Trail took a 2-1 lead but the Warriors responded with two markers in two and a half minutes to go ahead for good. Granted only two power plays Westside had to kill of six and Cam Gorchynski was solid making 36 saves. The result was both the Warriors first win and the Smoke Eaters first loss.
In Quesnel at the Twin Arenas the Millionaires stayed undefeated with a 3-1 victory over the Coquitlam Express. Quesnel got two goals from Clayton Chessa and 35 saves from Kirby Halcrow for their second win of the season.
In Prince George at the Coliseum in a penalty filled affair the Langley Chiefs defeated the Spruce Kings 6-3. Langley scored all six of their goals on special teams, finishing four-for-nine on the power play and adding two shorties. Prince George meanwhile scored two man-advantage goals in the first period to take an early lead but for a second straight game squandered a multi-goal advantage after the Chiefs potted all six markers in the final two periods.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Kings would not go away and defeated the Victoria Grizzlies 4-3 in double-overtime. The Grizzlies held three different leads in the game but on three separate occasions the Kings tied the contest, eventually forcing overtime where they took the only lead they needed. Handed the final seven penalties of the game, including two in overtime, Powell River finished eight-for-nine on the penalty kill.
In Nanaimo at the Frank Crane Arena the Surrey Eagles exploded on the power play to defeat the Clippers 8-2. Finishing seven-for-11 with the man-advantage the Eagles took a commanding 8-0 lead before allowing a pair of third period power-play goals of their own. Offensively Richard Vanderhoek, Jeff Vanderlugt, and Bradley McGowen finished with six, five, and four points respectively.
In Port Alberni at the Weyerhaeuser Arena the Bulldogs scored a late shorthanded goal to defeat the Cowichan Valley Capitals 5-4. Scoring shorthanded with four and a half minutes left the Bulldogs recorded their first win of the season. Along with the shorty the Bulldogs also had three power play goals while surrendering two of them. After trailing 3-1 a late second period rally got Alberni Valley back in the game thanks to eight points from Trent Dorais and the Mitchell brothers (Josh & Sam).
Friday, September 17, 2010
Salmon Arm Silverbacks @ Merritt Centennials
Starting Lineup:
Brett Knowles - Dave Killip - Jarryd Ten Vaanholt
Matt Cassidy - Devin Gannon - Cody Michelle
Brandon Mistal - Bryce Gervais - Josh Manson
Devin Muller - Spencer Samuel - Taylor Fauchoux
Clinton Atkinson - Josh Monk
Jayson Reardon - Charlie Vasaturo
Justin Krabben - Dustin Cave
Kris Moore
Brett Knowles - Dave Killip - Jarryd Ten Vaanholt
Matt Cassidy - Devin Gannon - Cody Michelle
Brandon Mistal - Bryce Gervais - Josh Manson
Devin Muller - Spencer Samuel - Taylor Fauchoux
Clinton Atkinson - Josh Monk
Jayson Reardon - Charlie Vasaturo
Justin Krabben - Dustin Cave
Kris Moore
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Associate Coach Colin O'Hara
New Associate Coach Colin O'Hara joined the team at the start of September and takes over for the departed Dave Erickson who was with the club for a couple of weeks in August.O'Hara comes to Salmon Arm after two seasons as the General Manager and Head Coach of the Nipawin Hawks of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League. Last season the Hawks missed the playoffs and finished last in the Itech Conference with a 20-31-6-1 record. In 2008/2009 Nipawin finished fourth at 26-26-2-2 and lost out in the first round of the playoffs.
Back in 2007/2008 O'Hara was an Assistant Coach with the Vernon Vipers and also assumed the same position with the Quesnel Millionaires in 2005/2006.
As a player the defenceman was drafted by the New Jersey Devils in 1995 after an All-Star rookie season with the Winnipeg South Blues of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. From there he went on to play 104 games in two years with the Swift Current Broncos and Medicine Hat Tigers in the Western Hockey League.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Week One's Power Rankings
Interior Conference:
1. Penticton Vees (1-0 W @ Westside, 4-2 W vs. Westside)
2. Salmon Arm Silverbacks (4-1 W @ Vernon, 4-1 W vs. Vernon)
3. Trail Smoke Eaters (8-2 W vs. Merritt, 6-4 W vs. Merritt)
4. Westside Warriors (0-1 L vs. Penticton, 2-4 L @ Penticton)
5. Vernon Vipers (1-4 L vs. Salmon Arm, 1-4 L @ Salmon Arm)
6. Quesnel Millionaires (4-3 OTW @ Prince George)
7. Prince George Spruce Kings (3-4 OTL vs. Quesnel)
8. Merritt Centennials (2-8 L @ Trail, 4-6 L @ Trail)
Coastal Conference:
1. Nanaimo Clippers (4-3 W @ Powell River)
2. Powell River Kings (3-0 W vs. Alberni Valley, 3-4 L vs. Nanaimo)
3. Langley Chiefs (5-3 W @ Surrey, 3-4 OTL vs. Surrey)
1. Penticton Vees (1-0 W @ Westside, 4-2 W vs. Westside)
2. Salmon Arm Silverbacks (4-1 W @ Vernon, 4-1 W vs. Vernon)
3. Trail Smoke Eaters (8-2 W vs. Merritt, 6-4 W vs. Merritt)
4. Westside Warriors (0-1 L vs. Penticton, 2-4 L @ Penticton)
5. Vernon Vipers (1-4 L vs. Salmon Arm, 1-4 L @ Salmon Arm)
6. Quesnel Millionaires (4-3 OTW @ Prince George)
7. Prince George Spruce Kings (3-4 OTL vs. Quesnel)
8. Merritt Centennials (2-8 L @ Trail, 4-6 L @ Trail)
Coastal Conference:
1. Nanaimo Clippers (4-3 W @ Powell River)
2. Powell River Kings (3-0 W vs. Alberni Valley, 3-4 L vs. Nanaimo)
3. Langley Chiefs (5-3 W @ Surrey, 3-4 OTL vs. Surrey)
4. Surrey Eagles (3-5 L vs. Langley, 4-3 OTW @ Langley)
5. Victoria Grizzlies (6-5 OTW vs. Coquitlam)
6. Coquitlam Express (5-6 OTL @ Victoria, 5-3 W @ Cowichan Valley)
7. Alberni Valley Bulldogs (0-3 L @ Powell River)
8. Cowichan Valley Capitals (3-5 L vs. Coquitlam)
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Week One's Three Stars
1. Goaltender Joel Rumpel '91 (Penticton Vees/Wisconsin Badgers) - 2 Starts, 2 Wins, 1 Shutout, 68 Saves, 1.00 G.A.A, .971 Save Percentage.
2. Goaltender Kris Moore '90 (Salmon Arm Silverbacks) - 2 Starts, 2 Wins, 59 Saves, 1.00 G.A.A., .967 Save Percentage.
3. Forward Travis St. Denis '92 (Trail Smoke Eaters/Quinnipiac Bobcats) - 2 Games, 3 Goals, 2 Assists, Team's Record: 2-0-0-0.
Night 2
In Salmon Arm at the Sunwave Centre it was a different venue, 24 hours later, same two teams, and the same 4-1 victory for the Silverbacks (2-0-0-0) over the Vernon Vipers (0-2-0-0). Scoring 24 seconds apart in the first two minutes of the game the Backs took an early lead and thanks to 33 saves from Kris Moore they held onto it. Salmon Arm was outshot 34-13 but controlled the special with a 25% power play and 100% penalty kill plus another tally two seconds after a penalty had expired.
In Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre the Vees (2-0-0-0) used three third period goals to defeat the Westside Warriors (0-2-0-0) 4-2. Down 2-1 the Peaches scored an early third period goal to tie the game and a late marker to go ahead for the first time in the contest. After a shutout the previous night, Joel Rumpel was excellent again stopping 36 shots to defeat the Warriors for a second straight night.
In Trail at Cominco Arena the Smoke Eaters (2-0-0-0) protected three seperate one-goal leads to defeat the Merritt Centennials (0-2-0-0) 6-4. Battling back three times to make the score 2-1, 3-2, and 5-4 the Centennails could not find the equalizer and lost for a second straight night in Trail, giving up 14 total goals in the process.
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Quesnel Millionaires (1-0-0-0) scored four unanswered goals to defeat the Spruce Kings (0-0-0-1) 4-3 in overtime. Down 3-0 early in the second period the Mills scored twice, once more in the third to tie the game, and finally potted the winner with a minute and a half left in 4-on-4 hockey to start their season off in style.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Nanaimo Clippers (1-0-0-0) held off a barrage of power play goals to defeat the Kings (1-1-0-0) 4-3. With Nanaimo leading 3-1 the Kings scored their second and third power play markers of the game to tie the contest before the Clippers scored with three and a half minutes remaining to open up their season with a victory.
In Langley at the Events Centre the Chiefs (1-0-0-1) tied the game with four minutes remaining only to have the Surrey Eagles (1-1-0-0) score 25 seconds into overtime to finish off a home-and-home series. Down 2-0 heading into the third Langley's Josh Myers scored twice to tie the game and with his team later trailing 3-2 Myers set up the tying marker.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Coquitlam Express (1-0-0-1) broke open a tie game with three third period goals for a 5-3 victory over the Cowichan Valley Capitals (0-1-0-0). With only seven penalties called the two teams combined for four power play goals including three from the Express alone.
In Penticton at the South Okanagan Events Centre the Vees (2-0-0-0) used three third period goals to defeat the Westside Warriors (0-2-0-0) 4-2. Down 2-1 the Peaches scored an early third period goal to tie the game and a late marker to go ahead for the first time in the contest. After a shutout the previous night, Joel Rumpel was excellent again stopping 36 shots to defeat the Warriors for a second straight night.
In Trail at Cominco Arena the Smoke Eaters (2-0-0-0) protected three seperate one-goal leads to defeat the Merritt Centennials (0-2-0-0) 6-4. Battling back three times to make the score 2-1, 3-2, and 5-4 the Centennails could not find the equalizer and lost for a second straight night in Trail, giving up 14 total goals in the process.
In Prince George at the Coliseum the Quesnel Millionaires (1-0-0-0) scored four unanswered goals to defeat the Spruce Kings (0-0-0-1) 4-3 in overtime. Down 3-0 early in the second period the Mills scored twice, once more in the third to tie the game, and finally potted the winner with a minute and a half left in 4-on-4 hockey to start their season off in style.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the Nanaimo Clippers (1-0-0-0) held off a barrage of power play goals to defeat the Kings (1-1-0-0) 4-3. With Nanaimo leading 3-1 the Kings scored their second and third power play markers of the game to tie the contest before the Clippers scored with three and a half minutes remaining to open up their season with a victory.
In Langley at the Events Centre the Chiefs (1-0-0-1) tied the game with four minutes remaining only to have the Surrey Eagles (1-1-0-0) score 25 seconds into overtime to finish off a home-and-home series. Down 2-0 heading into the third Langley's Josh Myers scored twice to tie the game and with his team later trailing 3-2 Myers set up the tying marker.
In Duncan at Island Savings Centre the Coquitlam Express (1-0-0-1) broke open a tie game with three third period goals for a 5-3 victory over the Cowichan Valley Capitals (0-1-0-0). With only seven penalties called the two teams combined for four power play goals including three from the Express alone.
Friday, September 10, 2010
Night 1
In Vernon at the Wesbild Centre the Salmon Arm Silverbacks answered a Vipers' first period power play goal with an even strength marker 50 seconds later to tie the game at 1-1. Three minutes later the 'Backs took the lead for good and in the third period they added two insurance goals a minute apart for a 4-1 final. Kris Moore turned aside 26 shots and the penalty kill went 86% for the victory.
In West Kelowna at Royal LePage Place the Penticton Vees used 32 saves from Joel Rumpel for a 1-0 shutout victory over the Warriors. Kevin Boyle stopped 27 shots but a late second period goal stood up as the winner.
In Trail at Cominco Arena the Smoke Eaters scored seven goals in the first 29 minutes to cruise to a 8-2 victory over the Merritt Centennials. Sam Mellor and Scott Jacklin led the way with four and three points respectively. Jared Anderson was chased from the net after 20 shots and five goals in 21 minutes.
In Victoria at Bear Mountain Arena the Coquitlam Express earned a 6-5 overtime loss to the Grizzlies after three third period goals. The game ended with 17 seconds left in 4-on-4 hockey. Joel Lowry recorded three points including two power play goals as the Grizz finished 2-2 on the man advantage.
In Surrey at South Surrey Areana the Langley Chiefs picked up a 5-3 victory over the Eagles in a penalty filled game which featured three power play goals for both teams in ten opportunities. Only the first and last (empty net) goals of the game were scored at full strength. Wyatt Galley made 40 saves for the victory.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the defending Coastal Conference Champion Kings opened with a 3-0 shutout victory over the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. Michael Garteig turned aside 20 shots for the blanking.
In West Kelowna at Royal LePage Place the Penticton Vees used 32 saves from Joel Rumpel for a 1-0 shutout victory over the Warriors. Kevin Boyle stopped 27 shots but a late second period goal stood up as the winner.
In Trail at Cominco Arena the Smoke Eaters scored seven goals in the first 29 minutes to cruise to a 8-2 victory over the Merritt Centennials. Sam Mellor and Scott Jacklin led the way with four and three points respectively. Jared Anderson was chased from the net after 20 shots and five goals in 21 minutes.
In Victoria at Bear Mountain Arena the Coquitlam Express earned a 6-5 overtime loss to the Grizzlies after three third period goals. The game ended with 17 seconds left in 4-on-4 hockey. Joel Lowry recorded three points including two power play goals as the Grizz finished 2-2 on the man advantage.
In Surrey at South Surrey Areana the Langley Chiefs picked up a 5-3 victory over the Eagles in a penalty filled game which featured three power play goals for both teams in ten opportunities. Only the first and last (empty net) goals of the game were scored at full strength. Wyatt Galley made 40 saves for the victory.
In Powell River at Hap Parker Arena the defending Coastal Conference Champion Kings opened with a 3-0 shutout victory over the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. Michael Garteig turned aside 20 shots for the blanking.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Vernon Vipers' GM & Head Coach Mark Ferner
The Vernon Vipers are the defending back-to-back national champions. This season's team will feature 16 new regulars and has 12 players born in 1992 or 1993 as opposed to 11 players born in 1991 or 1990. Known for their defence, three of their six "20-year-olds" are blueliners and will play infront of a 1991 second-year netminder who last season set the British Columbia Hockey League record for lowest goals against average.Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Chattin' with Tim Kehler
Recent news from 'Backsland is that forward Rick Soo will not be returning for his second season with the club. In his first campaign the Tokyo, Japan resident played in 36 games potting six goals and adding three helpers.Sunday, September 5, 2010
Vasaturo Committed!
Second year Silverbacks defenceman Charlie Vasaturo has committed to Union College. About to start his 20-year-old season the Sewell, New Jersey resident will be off to Schenectady, New York for the 2011/2012 campaign. Last year the 6'3" 210 pound rearguard played in all 60 games scoring seven goals with 19 helpers and 70 penalty minutes.The Dutchmen play in the NCAA Division I Eastern College Athletic Conference where they finished third in the regular season behind Yale and Cornell last season. In the Conference tournament Union lost to Cornell in the Championship game. Former Silverbacks' Luke Cain, Ryan Forgaard, and Kelly Zajac currently play for Union.
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Salmon Arm 3 vs. Vernon 4 (Exhibition)
Despite a furious third period the Salmon Arm Silverbacks (1-3) fell 4-3 to the Vernon Vipers (4-0) at the Sunwave Centre in Salmon Arm, British Columbia. After a back and forth first period the Vipers carried the momentum from a late first period goal to three tallies in the second frame and a 4-1 lead. Salmon Arm responded in the final stanza though getting to within one goal in the first five minutes but were denied the tying marker through the rest of the third period.
Scoring Summary:
1st - 17:00 - SA - Charlie Vasaturo from Brett Knowles and Morgan Zulinick (PP)
1st - 18:32 - VR - Gus Correale from Tanner Cochrane and Taylor Love
2nd - 2:35 - VR - Mike Zalewski from Trevor Fitzgerald and Aaron Hadley
2nd - 8:17 - VR - Dave Robinson from Dylan Walchuk
2nd - 13:58 - VR - Mike Zalewski (2) from Trevor Fitzgerald
3rd - 0:58 - SA - Dave Killip from Jarryd Ten Vaanholt and Brett Knowles
3rd - 4:44 - SA - Cody Michelle from Brandon Mistal
Penalty Summary:
1st - 3:36 - SA - Jayson Readon for Roughing.
1st - 8:24 - VR - Mike Zalewski for Hooking.
1st - 15:17 - VR - Bryce Kakoske for Roughing.
1st - 15:38 - VR - Malcolm Lyles for Roughing.
2nd - 3:55 - SA - Chris Hoe for Hooking.
2nd - 18:14 - SA - Charlie Vasaturo for Elbowing.
3rd - 5:06 - VR - Aaron Hadley for Roughing.
3rd - 9:52 - SA - Dustin Cave for Tripping.
3rd - 15:11 - SA - Jayson Reardon for Tripping.
Shots:
S 20/5/13/38
V 12/12/5/29
Haas' Hub 3 Stars:
1. VR Mike Zalewski
2. VR Aaron Hadley
3. SA Brett Knowles
Scoring Summary:
1st - 17:00 - SA - Charlie Vasaturo from Brett Knowles and Morgan Zulinick (PP)
1st - 18:32 - VR - Gus Correale from Tanner Cochrane and Taylor Love
2nd - 2:35 - VR - Mike Zalewski from Trevor Fitzgerald and Aaron Hadley
2nd - 8:17 - VR - Dave Robinson from Dylan Walchuk
2nd - 13:58 - VR - Mike Zalewski (2) from Trevor Fitzgerald
3rd - 0:58 - SA - Dave Killip from Jarryd Ten Vaanholt and Brett Knowles
3rd - 4:44 - SA - Cody Michelle from Brandon Mistal
Penalty Summary:
1st - 3:36 - SA - Jayson Readon for Roughing.
1st - 8:24 - VR - Mike Zalewski for Hooking.
1st - 15:17 - VR - Bryce Kakoske for Roughing.
1st - 15:38 - VR - Malcolm Lyles for Roughing.
2nd - 3:55 - SA - Chris Hoe for Hooking.
2nd - 18:14 - SA - Charlie Vasaturo for Elbowing.
3rd - 5:06 - VR - Aaron Hadley for Roughing.
3rd - 9:52 - SA - Dustin Cave for Tripping.
3rd - 15:11 - SA - Jayson Reardon for Tripping.
Shots:
S 20/5/13/38
V 12/12/5/29
Haas' Hub 3 Stars:
1. VR Mike Zalewski
2. VR Aaron Hadley
3. SA Brett Knowles
Salmon Arm vs. Vernon (Exhibition)
Silverbacks Lineup:
Brett Knowles - Dave Killip - Jarryd Ten Vaanholt
Matt Cassidy - Devin Gannon - Cody Michelle
Devin Muller - Spencer Samuel - Chris Hoe
Taylor Fauchoux - Morgan Zulinick - Brandon Mistal
Clinton Atkinson - Josh Monk
Jayson Reardon - Charlie Vasaturo
Justin Krabben - Dustin Cave
Kris Moore
Kurt Williams
Scratches: Bryce Gervais, Josh Manson, Josh McKissock, Matt Ridley.
Vipers Lineup:
Dave Robinson - Dylan Walchuk - Marcus Basara
Bryce Kakoske - Darren Nowick - Gus Correale
Mike Zalewski - Trevor Fitzgerald - Aaron Hadley
Tanner Cochrane - Todd Skirving - Colton Sparrow
Malcom Lyles - Phil Patenaude
Steve Weinstein - Bennett Hambrook
Elliot Richardson - Taylor Love
Blake Voth
Tyler Steel
Scratches: Brett Corkey, John Knisley, Pat McGillis, Adriano Munglioni, Kyle Murphy, Austin Sture, Adam Thompson, Bryton Udy.
Brett Knowles - Dave Killip - Jarryd Ten Vaanholt
Matt Cassidy - Devin Gannon - Cody Michelle
Devin Muller - Spencer Samuel - Chris Hoe
Taylor Fauchoux - Morgan Zulinick - Brandon Mistal
Clinton Atkinson - Josh Monk
Jayson Reardon - Charlie Vasaturo
Justin Krabben - Dustin Cave
Kris Moore
Kurt Williams
Scratches: Bryce Gervais, Josh Manson, Josh McKissock, Matt Ridley.
Vipers Lineup:
Dave Robinson - Dylan Walchuk - Marcus Basara
Bryce Kakoske - Darren Nowick - Gus Correale
Mike Zalewski - Trevor Fitzgerald - Aaron Hadley
Tanner Cochrane - Todd Skirving - Colton Sparrow
Malcom Lyles - Phil Patenaude
Steve Weinstein - Bennett Hambrook
Elliot Richardson - Taylor Love
Blake Voth
Tyler Steel
Scratches: Brett Corkey, John Knisley, Pat McGillis, Adriano Munglioni, Kyle Murphy, Austin Sture, Adam Thompson, Bryton Udy.
Friday, September 3, 2010
Salmon Arm 0 @ Vernon Vipers 3 - (Exhibition)
Struggling to find offence the Salmon Arm Silverbacks were shutout 3-0 by the Vernon Vipers at Wesbild Centre in Vernon, British Columbia. The Apes finished 0-7 on the power play while managing only 18 shots on goal in total. After a first period power play goal Vernon carried a 1-0 lead until halfway through the third period when they put the game away with goals two and a half minutes apart. The first half of the game was highlighted by a parade to the penalty box with 22 of the first 33 minutes spent with one team on the man advantage. Despite the lack of firepower the 'Backs did supply several boisterous body checks.
Scoring Summary:
1st - 11:23 - Vernon - Pat McGillis from Brett Corkey and Todd Skirving (PP)
3rd - 9:38 - Vernon - Steve Weinstein from Bryce Kakoske and Aaron Hadley
3rd - 12:10 - Vernon - Marcus Basara
Penalty Summary:
1st - 2:17 - Vernon - Trevor Fitzgerald for Boarding
1st - 7:38 - SA - Charlie Vasaturo for Boarding
1st - 10:23 - SA - Jayson Reardon for Interference
1st - 12:12 - Vernon - Tanner Cochrane for Interference
1st - 14:55 - SA - Chris Hoe for Tripping
1st - 18:56 - Vernon - Bryce Kakoske for Roughing
2nd - 1:20 - Vernon - Bryce Kakoske for Interference
2nd - 3:30 - SA - Josh Monk for Holding
2nd - 5:33 - SA - Charlie Vasaturo for Unsportsmanlike Conduct
2nd - 7:28 - Vernon - Adriano Mungioni for Interference
2nd - 9:02 - Vernon - Taylor Love for Holding
2nd - 11:20 - SA - Matt Cassidy for Hooking
3rd - 0:55 - Vernon - David Robinson for High Sticking
3rd - 12:10 - SA - Clinton Atkinson for Checking to the Head
3rd - 17:54 - SA - Devin Gannon for Goaltender Interference
Shots:
S 7/6/5/18
V 9/10/11/30
3 Stars:
1. Vernon - Pat McGillis
2. Vernon - Steve Weinstein
3. Vernon - Elliot Richardson
Haas' Hub 3 Stars:
1. Vernon - Bryton Udy (10 Saves in 31:20)
2. Vernon - Tyler Steele (8 Saves in 28:40)
3. SA - Kurt Williams (27 Saves in 60:00)
Scoring Summary:
1st - 11:23 - Vernon - Pat McGillis from Brett Corkey and Todd Skirving (PP)
3rd - 9:38 - Vernon - Steve Weinstein from Bryce Kakoske and Aaron Hadley
3rd - 12:10 - Vernon - Marcus Basara
Penalty Summary:
1st - 2:17 - Vernon - Trevor Fitzgerald for Boarding
1st - 7:38 - SA - Charlie Vasaturo for Boarding
1st - 10:23 - SA - Jayson Reardon for Interference
1st - 12:12 - Vernon - Tanner Cochrane for Interference
1st - 14:55 - SA - Chris Hoe for Tripping
1st - 18:56 - Vernon - Bryce Kakoske for Roughing
2nd - 1:20 - Vernon - Bryce Kakoske for Interference
2nd - 3:30 - SA - Josh Monk for Holding
2nd - 5:33 - SA - Charlie Vasaturo for Unsportsmanlike Conduct
2nd - 7:28 - Vernon - Adriano Mungioni for Interference
2nd - 9:02 - Vernon - Taylor Love for Holding
2nd - 11:20 - SA - Matt Cassidy for Hooking
3rd - 0:55 - Vernon - David Robinson for High Sticking
3rd - 12:10 - SA - Clinton Atkinson for Checking to the Head
3rd - 17:54 - SA - Devin Gannon for Goaltender Interference
Shots:
S 7/6/5/18
V 9/10/11/30
3 Stars:
1. Vernon - Pat McGillis
2. Vernon - Steve Weinstein
3. Vernon - Elliot Richardson
Haas' Hub 3 Stars:
1. Vernon - Bryton Udy (10 Saves in 31:20)
2. Vernon - Tyler Steele (8 Saves in 28:40)
3. SA - Kurt Williams (27 Saves in 60:00)
Salmon Arm @ Vernon (Exhibition)
Silverbacks Lineup:
Devin Muller - David Killip - Matt Cassidy
Jarryd Ten Vaanholt - Devin Gannon - Brandon Mistal
Chris Hoe - Bryce Gervais - Rick Soo
Taylor Fauchoux - Morgan Zulinick - Spencer Samuel
Clinton Atkinson - Josh Monk
Jayson Reardon - Charlie Vasaturo
Justin Krabben - Dustin Cave
Kurt Williams
Kris Moore
Scratches: Brett Knowles, Josh Manson, Josh McKissock, Cody Michele, Matt Ridley
Vipers Lineup:
Colton Sparrow - Dave Robinson - Marcus Basara
Bryce Kakoske - John Knisley - Aaron Hadley
Pat McGillis - Todd Skirving - Trevor Fitzgerald
Adriano Munglioni - Tanner Cochrane - Gus Correale
Brett Corkey - Adam Thompson
Steve Weinstein - Austin Sture
Elliot Richardson - Taylor Love
Bryton Udy
Tyler Steel
Scratches: Bennett Hambrook, Malcolm Lyles, Kyle Murphy, Darren Nowick, Phillip Patenaude, Blake Voth, Dylan Walchuk, Mike Zalewski
Devin Muller - David Killip - Matt Cassidy
Jarryd Ten Vaanholt - Devin Gannon - Brandon Mistal
Chris Hoe - Bryce Gervais - Rick Soo
Taylor Fauchoux - Morgan Zulinick - Spencer Samuel
Clinton Atkinson - Josh Monk
Jayson Reardon - Charlie Vasaturo
Justin Krabben - Dustin Cave
Kurt Williams
Kris Moore
Scratches: Brett Knowles, Josh Manson, Josh McKissock, Cody Michele, Matt Ridley
Vipers Lineup:
Colton Sparrow - Dave Robinson - Marcus Basara
Bryce Kakoske - John Knisley - Aaron Hadley
Pat McGillis - Todd Skirving - Trevor Fitzgerald
Adriano Munglioni - Tanner Cochrane - Gus Correale
Brett Corkey - Adam Thompson
Steve Weinstein - Austin Sture
Elliot Richardson - Taylor Love
Bryton Udy
Tyler Steel
Scratches: Bennett Hambrook, Malcolm Lyles, Kyle Murphy, Darren Nowick, Phillip Patenaude, Blake Voth, Dylan Walchuk, Mike Zalewski
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Current Roster
Forwards:
Matt Cassidy '90 (BCHL, 60 Games, 10 Goals, 10 Assists, 12 PIMS)
Taylor Fauchoux '92 (SMAAAHL, 43 Games, 32 Goals, 42 Assists, 24 PIMS)
Devin Gannon '91 (BCHL, 58 Games, 8 Goals, 13 Assists, 76 PIMS)
Bryce Gervais '92 (SMAAAHL, 43 Games, 36 Goals, 34 Assists, 70 PIMS)
Chris Hoe '90 (BCHL, 34 Games, 4 Goals, 18 Assists, 24 PIMS)
Dave Killip '91 (BCHL, 60 Games, 32 Goals, 42 Assists, 61 PIMS)
Brett Knowles '91 (BCHL, 41 Games, 6 Goals, 10 Assists, 58 PIMS)
Josh Manson '91 (BCHL, 54 Games, 10 Goals, 14 Assists, 75 PIMS)
Josh McKissock '92 (KIJHL, 29 Games, 6 Goals, 19 Assists, 52 PIMS)
Cody Michelle '92 (SMAAAHL, 43 Games, 19 Goals, 30 Assists, 52 PIMS)
Brandon Mistal '92 (BCHL, 27 Games, 1 Goal, 2 Assists, 4 PIMS)
Devin Muller '92 (Elite Jr. A, 37 Games, 17 Goals, 46 Assists, 32 PIMS)
Spencer Samuel '92 (SCAHL, 32 Games, 26 Goals, 23 Assists, 104 PIMS)
Rick Soo '91 (BCHL, 36 Games, 6 Goals, 3 Assists, 26 PIMS)
Jarryd Ten Vaanholt '91 (KIJHL, 47 Games, 22 Goals, 38 Assists, 66 PIMS)
Morgan Zulinick '94 (BCMML, 38 Games, 14 Goals, 26 Assists, 14 PIMS)
Defencemen:
Clinton Atkinson '91 (WHL, 40 Games, 1 Goal, 5 Assists, 44 PIMS)
Dustin Cave '94 (AMHL, 34 Games, 0 Goals, 7 Assists, 22 PIMS)
Justin Krabben '91 (BCHL, 52 Games, 1 Goal, 4 Assists, 13 PIMS)
Josh Monk '92 (BCHL, 50 Games, 2 Goals, 13 Assists, 67 PIMS)
Jayson Reardon '90 (BCHL, 51 Games, 1 Goal, 9 Assists, 83 PIMS)
Matt Ridley '90 (BCHL, 32 Games, 3 Goals, 6 Assists, 34 PIMS)
Charlie Vasaturo '90 (BCHL, 60 Games, 7 Goals, 19 Assists, 70 PIMS)
Goaltenders:
Kris Moore '90 (AJHL, 41 Games, 2.34 GAA, .921 Save Percentage)
Kurt Williams '91 (BCHL, 13 Games, 4.65 GAA, .870 Save Percentage)
Matt Cassidy '90 (BCHL, 60 Games, 10 Goals, 10 Assists, 12 PIMS)
Taylor Fauchoux '92 (SMAAAHL, 43 Games, 32 Goals, 42 Assists, 24 PIMS)
Devin Gannon '91 (BCHL, 58 Games, 8 Goals, 13 Assists, 76 PIMS)
Bryce Gervais '92 (SMAAAHL, 43 Games, 36 Goals, 34 Assists, 70 PIMS)
Chris Hoe '90 (BCHL, 34 Games, 4 Goals, 18 Assists, 24 PIMS)
Dave Killip '91 (BCHL, 60 Games, 32 Goals, 42 Assists, 61 PIMS)
Brett Knowles '91 (BCHL, 41 Games, 6 Goals, 10 Assists, 58 PIMS)
Josh Manson '91 (BCHL, 54 Games, 10 Goals, 14 Assists, 75 PIMS)
Josh McKissock '92 (KIJHL, 29 Games, 6 Goals, 19 Assists, 52 PIMS)
Cody Michelle '92 (SMAAAHL, 43 Games, 19 Goals, 30 Assists, 52 PIMS)
Brandon Mistal '92 (BCHL, 27 Games, 1 Goal, 2 Assists, 4 PIMS)
Devin Muller '92 (Elite Jr. A, 37 Games, 17 Goals, 46 Assists, 32 PIMS)
Spencer Samuel '92 (SCAHL, 32 Games, 26 Goals, 23 Assists, 104 PIMS)
Rick Soo '91 (BCHL, 36 Games, 6 Goals, 3 Assists, 26 PIMS)
Jarryd Ten Vaanholt '91 (KIJHL, 47 Games, 22 Goals, 38 Assists, 66 PIMS)
Morgan Zulinick '94 (BCMML, 38 Games, 14 Goals, 26 Assists, 14 PIMS)
Defencemen:
Clinton Atkinson '91 (WHL, 40 Games, 1 Goal, 5 Assists, 44 PIMS)
Dustin Cave '94 (AMHL, 34 Games, 0 Goals, 7 Assists, 22 PIMS)
Justin Krabben '91 (BCHL, 52 Games, 1 Goal, 4 Assists, 13 PIMS)
Josh Monk '92 (BCHL, 50 Games, 2 Goals, 13 Assists, 67 PIMS)
Jayson Reardon '90 (BCHL, 51 Games, 1 Goal, 9 Assists, 83 PIMS)
Matt Ridley '90 (BCHL, 32 Games, 3 Goals, 6 Assists, 34 PIMS)
Charlie Vasaturo '90 (BCHL, 60 Games, 7 Goals, 19 Assists, 70 PIMS)
Goaltenders:
Kris Moore '90 (AJHL, 41 Games, 2.34 GAA, .921 Save Percentage)
Kurt Williams '91 (BCHL, 13 Games, 4.65 GAA, .870 Save Percentage)
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