The Nanaimo Buccaneers are proud to announce that alternate captain Dreyton Hayward has committed to the Mount Royal University Cougars in Calgary, Alberta. Dreyton was a leader on and off the ice throughout his time in Nanaimo, earning the respect of teammates, coaches, and fans through his work ethic, determination, and team-first attitude. His contributions …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers are proud to announce that defenceman Ethan Nordli has committed to the Estevan Bruins of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) for the 2026-2027 season. A hometown product from Nanaimo, BC, Ethan was a cornerstone of the Buccaneers’ blue line throughout the 2025-2026 campaign. Standing at 6’5″, Ethan combined size, skill, and …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers are excited to announce the addition of three talented young players to the roster for the upcoming 2026-27 season: forwards Drew Stinka and Logan Boudot, along with defenseman Jordan Puckering. Drew Stinka, a forward from Duncan, B.C., joins the Buccaneers after playing for the Pacific Coast Academy U18 Prep program in the …
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The Nanaimo Buccaneers are excited to officially welcome a talented group of new players to the organization for the 2026–2027 season. With a strong mix of local talent and international experience, the future continues to look bright for the Buccaneers as preparations begin for another exciting year of VIJHL hockey. Joining the Buccaneers crease is …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers are proud to announce that 2025–2026 starting goaltender Aaron Pichette has committed to play Division III hockey for Beloit College. The 20-year-old Pichette appeared in 29 games this season, posting a 19-7-2 record along with a .918 save percentage, helping lead the Bucs to a North Island Division title. Aaron was also …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers’ playoff run came to a close Thursday night with a 2–0 loss, but the final score doesn’t come close to telling the story of what this group accomplished. Nanaimo battled to the very end, with Tanner Ferrill turning aside 28 shots in a strong effort between the pipes. The Bucs pushed, created …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers were shut out 5-0 by the Victoria Cougars in Game 4 of the VIJHL Playoff Championship Series Wednesday night at Frank Crane Arena. Aaron Pichette turned aside 32 shots in goal for the Bucs, while Nanaimo generated 24 shots at the other end. The Buccaneers now trail the series 3-1. Nanaimo will …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers showed serious fight Monday night, rallying late but ultimately falling 3-2 in overtime at Frank Crane Arena. After trailing 2-0 for most of the game, the Bucs came alive in the final minute of regulation with the net empty. Curtis Freeman got Nanaimo on the board before Nate Barclay buried the equalizer …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers dropped Game 2 of the VIJHL Championship Final by a 5-1 score, evening the series 1-1 as it shifts back to Nanaimo. The Bucs came out flat and surrendered four unanswered goals to the Victoria Cougars, they return home with a split and a chance to respond in front of their fans …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers opened the VIJHL Championship Final with a gritty 2-1 win over Victoria Thursday night. First star Nate Barclay led the way with a goal and an assist, while Kane Law buried the game-winner early in the third to seal it. Aaron Pichette was dialed in between the pipes, turning aside 30 shots …
