The Nanaimo Buccaneers opened the VIJHL North Division Final with a 4–2 loss to the Comox Valley Glacier Kings in front of 410 fans at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. Nanaimo started strong, leading 1–0 after the first period and extending the lead to 2–0 early in the second on goals from Curtis Freeman, who was …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers delivered a dominant performance Saturday night, shutting out the Campbell River Storm 7–0 to complete a four-game series sweep in front of 912 fans at Rod Brind’Amour Arena. First star Madden Cruickshank and third star Jack Barrett each scored twice to lead the offensive charge for Nanaimo. Nate Barclay, Casey Rutland, and …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers powered their way to a 5–2 victory over the Campbell River Storm Thursday night at the Nanaimo Ice Centre, jumping out to an early four-goal first period and taking a commanding 3–0 lead in their North Division playoff series. Nate Barclay opened the scoring for Nanaimo, setting the tone for a dominant …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers had two players recognized as the VIJHL announced its 2025–26 season award winners, highlighting the impact the team had during a strong regular season. Nate Barclay was named the league’s Top Defenseman, earning the Clayton Stoner Trophy after an outstanding season on the Buccaneers blue line. Barclay played a key role in …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers defeated the Campbell River Storm 3–0 on the road Tuesday night, taking a 2–0 lead in their North Division playoff series. Goaltender Aaron Pichette delivered another stellar performance, stopping all 25 shots he faced to record his second consecutive shutout and earn first star honours. The Bucs opened the scoring with a …
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The Nanaimo Buccaneers opened their playoff series in dominant fashion, shutting out the Campbell River Storm 3–0 in Game One at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. Veteran goaltender Aaron Pichette was unbeatable, turning aside every shot he faced to earn the shutout. Boston McDonald opened the scoring and delivered the eventual game-winner early on. Captain Kai …
Despite a strong battle on the road, the Nanaimo Buccaneers came up just short in a 4-2 decision against the Oceanside Generals on Saturday night. Nanaimo (33-13-2, 68 points, 1st in the North) struck twice on the power play, with goals coming from second star Jack Barrett and Dreyton Hayward. Goaltender Tanner Ferrill was outstanding, …
First star Jack Barrett powered the Nanaimo Buccaneers to a 5–3 home-ice victory with a standout performance, scoring two goals and adding an assist to lead the way in front of 265 fans at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. Nanaimo (33-12-2 for 68 points, first in the North Division) controlled the game with period leads of …
Full-time Goalie Coach Marcus Beesley is proving to be one of the Nanaimo Buccaneers’ most impactful additions this season, paying major dividends in his first full campaign behind the bench. Beesley joined the Bucs in September after relocating from Alberta, where he spent more than 12 years developing elite netminders with World Pro Goaltending. His …
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The Nanaimo Buccaneers battled back for a thrilling 5–4 OT victory Sunday night at the Nanaimo Ice Centre, powered by a dominant performance from first star Nate Barclay, who recorded a hat trick, including the third-period equalizer and the winner at 1:55 of overtime. Nanaimo (32-12-2, first in the North Division) jumped out to a …
