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THURSDAY AT 7:15 AT THE N I C ! Team Statistics Victoria CougarsSeason Record: 2-1-1-0Last 10 Games: 2-1-1-0Streak: 1-0-0-0Last Game: 3-6 W vs Oceanside (2025-09-14)Home Record: 1-1-0-0Away Record: 1-0-1-0Goals For: 21Goals Against: 16Power Play: 2/17 (11.76%)Penalty Killing: 3/17 (82.35%) Nanaimo BuccaneersSeason Record: 3-0-0-0Last 10 Games: 3-0-0-0Streak: 3-0-0-0Last Game: 4-1 W @ Port Alberni (2025-09-13)Home Record: 1-0-0-0Away Record: 2-0-0-0Goals …

Head-to-Head Showdown: Victoria Cougars vs Nanaimo Buccaneers Read More »

The 3-0 Nanaimo Buccaneers, on Tuesday, announced the acquisition of 17-year-old defenseman Nathan Barclay.  According to Bucs’ GM Bill Bestwick, Barclay is “a very solid and impressive player. Will upgrade us immensely.” The entire Bucs’ organization, including owner Nicole Brandenburg, would like to extend a warm Vancouver Island welcome to Nathan, his family and friends.  Facts about Nathan …

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The Nanaimo Buccaneers secured a convincing 4-1 victory over the Port Alberni Bombers on Saturday night in Port Alberni. The Buccaneers’ win was fueled by strong performances from several players, including Ethan Nordli, Kai Verbrugge, Jaxin Karst, and Ryan Christenson. The Buccaneers’ power play unit scored one goal on seven opportunities. The team’s penalty kill unit …

Anatomy of a Victory: Nanaimo Buccaneers Defeat Port Alberni Bombers 4-1 Read More »

The VIJHL’s Nanaimo Buccaneers emerged victorious on Saturday night, against their division counterpart Port Alberni Bombers, winning 4-1.  The game was played at the Alberni Valley Multiplex.  GoalsThe Buccaneers’ goals were scored by: Ethan Nordli (1) assisted by Madden Cruickshank (3) on the power play at 9:13 1st period Kai Verbrugge (1) assisted by Reese Wilcox (1) at 0:40 …

Post Game Report: Nanaimo Buccaneers Top Port Alberni Bombers 4-1 Read More »

The Nanaimo Buccaneers are set to face off against one of their Island rivals, the Port Alberni Bombers, this Saturday night at the Alberni Valley Multiplex. After a thrilling 3-2 overtime win (over the Westshore Wolves) the Buccaneers are looking to keep their momentum going against a Bombers team thats been busy building chemistry. The Bombers …

Nanaimo Buccaneers to Face Off Against Port Alberni Bombers Saturday Read More »

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 …

Anatomy of a win: Nanaimo 3 – Westshore 2 Read More »

The Nanaimo Buccaneers secured a thrilling 3-2 win over the Westshore Wolves in a closely contested Wednesday evening match. The game was marked by intense action, with both teams creating multiple high quality scoring opportunities throughout the contest. In the pre-game interview, Westshore Wolves coach Mike Nesbitt said, “Nanaimo is a big strong team,” and gave …

Buccaneers Edge Wolves in Thrilling Wednesday Overtime Victory Read More »

The Nanaimo Buccaneers (1-0-0-0) hit the road for their first away game of the 2025-26 VIJHL season. They face the Westshore Wolves (1-1-0-0) on Wednesday, September 10, at 7:00 pm PDT. Location: Juan de Fuca Recreation Centre in Colwood. Recent Action for the Buccaneers Nanaimo comes off a strong home opener. They defeated the Comox Valley …

Buccaneers Set Sail for Westshore: Previewing the Road Clash Against the Wolves Read More »

The Nanaimo Buccaneers defeated the Comox Valley Glacier Kings 4-2 on Saturday, September 6, 2025. Scoring Breakdown The game remained scoreless in the first period. In the second period, Madden Cruickshank scored his first VIJHL goal, giving the Buccaneers a 1-0 lead. However, the Glacier Kings briefly tied the game at 1-1 when Cohen Kallin scored. The …

Anatomy of a Victory: Buccaneers Defeat Glacier Kings 4-2 Read More »

The Nanaimo Buccaneers secured a 4-2 home ice victory over VIJHL rival Comox Valley Glacier Kings, in an exciting junior hockey matchup on Saturday September 6, 2025.  Nanaimo Buccaneers Defeat Comox Valley Glacier Kings 4-2 Game Summary The Nanaimo Buccaneers secured a thrilling 4-2 victory over the Comox Valley Glacier Kings on September 6, 2025.  Game Sheet Highlights Game …

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