The Nanaimo Buccaneers’ solid road victory involved several key factors:
Game Statistics:
Nanaimo Buccaneers:
Goals: Jaxin Karst (1), Bostyn MacDonald (1), Koen Gauthier (1)
Assists: Kai Verbrugge (1), Casey Rutland (1), Ethan Nordli (1), Jaxin Karst (1)
Penalties: Bostyn MacDonald (7 minutes), Jaxin Karst (2 minutes)
Westshore Wolves:
Goals: Sam Spring (1), Linkin Niedoba (1)
Assists: Parker Atkinson (2), Linkin Niedoba (1)
Penalties: Kaden Ryan (7 minutes), Aiden Wilson (5 minutes), Kansys Seney (2 minutes)
Shots on Goal:
Nanaimo Buccaneers: 34 shots
Westshore Wolves: 33 shots
Goaltending:
Adam Ranger (Nanaimo): 31 saves out of 33 shots, making several key stops to preserve the win
Ander Reyes (Westshore): 31 saves out of 34 shots, stopping several high-quality scoring chances
Game Details:
Score: Nanaimo Buccaneers 3, Westshore Wolves 2 (OT)
Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Location: Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre
Assistant Coach Brett Bestwick's Thoughts:
A/C Brett Bestwick on the OT win: “Good character builder getting our first win on the road. A team win. (Adam) Ranger in net was outstanding, and our new addition (Koen) Gauthier scored the winner in his first game.”
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50-50 Tickets:
Don’t forget to purchase 50-50 tickets at our home games! Last weekend’s pot was exceptional, and we’re expecting another big one soon. Get your game and 50/50 tickets and support the Buccaneers, while having a chance to win a great prize.
Next Games:
Nanaimo Buccaneers:
September 13, 2025: Nanaimo vs Port Alberni at Alberni Valley Multiplex, 7:00 pm PDT
September 18, 2025: Victoria vs Nanaimo at Nanaimo Ice Centre, 7:15 pm PDT
September 25, 2025: Peninsula vs Nanaimo at Nanaimo Ice Centre, 7:15 pm PDT
September 27, 2025: Nanaimo vs Comox Valley at Comox Valley Sports Centre, 6:30 pm PDT
