In a clash of division leaders, the Nanaimo Buccaneers battled back and snatched a gritty 4–3 overtime win on the road, with first star Nate Barclay burying the winner at 4:43 of the extra frame. Barclay was dominant all night, adding two assists to power Nanaimo’s comeback. The Bucs (31-12-2, 64 pts, 1st in the …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers dropped a 4–0 decision to the Comox Valley Glacier Kings in their Holiday Matinee matchup. Coming off an emotional 3–2 overtime win in Saanich on Friday, the Bucs couldn’t find their rhythm and were outplayed through all three periods. Comox jumped out to a 2–0 lead after the first and extended it …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers have officially secured 1st place in the North Division, capping off a remarkable regular season with consistency, depth, and resilience. With games still remaining on the schedule, the Buccaneers locked up the top spot and guaranteed home ice advantage heading into the playoffs — a major milestone for a team that has battled hard …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers are officially North Division Champions after grinding out a hard-fought 3–2 overtime victory in Saanich Friday night. Head Coach Tyler Gow described the win as a “hard-fought, greasy road win” — exactly the type of effort needed this time of year. At 9:25 of overtime, Tristen Bailey buried his second goal of …
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A dominant performance on home ice saw the Nanaimo Buccaneers skate away with a 6–2 victory over Lake Cowichan in front of 225 fans at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. Dylan Lazaroff led the charge with a three-point night, including two goals, pacing the Buccaneers’ offence in a statement win. After a 1–1 tie through the …
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Nanaimo Buccaneers General Manager Bill Bestwick is pleased to announce the signing of LW Curtis Freeman. Born in Mississauga, Freeman joins the Bucs after spending 48 games in the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL) with the Caledon Admirals, where he recorded an impressive 21 goals and 31 assists. A strong, powerful left wing, Freeman brings …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers are celebrating another standout week from blueliner Nate Barclay, who has been named VIJHL Defenseman of the Week for the second straight week. Barclay continued his elite form with two goals, one assist, and three points in two games, anchoring Nanaimo’s back end while contributing offensively in key moments. His consistency and …
NanaimoNewsNOW takes a closer look at the Buccaneers’ red-hot second half and two Bucs who are advancing to the BCHL’s Nanaimo Clippers. Full article available below.
The Nanaimo Buccaneers (28-11-2, first in the North Division) battled hard in a tough matchup at the Panorama Recreation Centre, getting goals from Kane Law and Madden Cruickshank, but ultimately came up short in a 5–2 decision. Goaltender Tanner Ferrill earned third-star honours, turning aside 32 shots and keeping the Bucs competitive throughout the night. …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers battled hard Thursday night at the Nanaimo Ice Centre, picking up a point in a tight 4–3 overtime finish against the visiting Westshore Wolves. Nanaimo (28-10-2, 58 points) came out flying, lighting up the scoreboard just 1:42 into the game. First star Nate Barclay led the charge with two goals, while newly-acquired …
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