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 …
Nanaimo Grabs Early Lead, Settles for Single Point Read More »
The Nanaimo Clippers have added two exciting young talents to their roster for the 2026–2027 British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) season, announcing that defenseman Nate Barclay and forward Madden Cruickshank have each signed their letters of intent to join the club. Both players made a significant impact in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League (VIJHL) with the Nanaimo Buccaneers, and their transitions will mark a big …
Nate Barclay & Madden Cruickshank Ink with Nanaimo Clippers for 2026–2027 Read More »
It was a big week for the Nanaimo Buccaneers, with two players recognized in the VIJHL’s Week 20 Stars. Nate Barclay was named Defenseman of the Week after a strong two-game stretch, recording 2 goals and 1 assist while leading the Bucs on both sides of the puck. In the crease, Aaron Pichette earned Goaltender …
For the first time since the 2019–20 season, the Nanaimo Buccaneers are officially heading back to the VIJHL postseason — a milestone moment for a team that has rebuilt its identity from the ground up. With their latest victories, the Buccaneers locked in a playoff spot and completed a remarkable turnaround year, one defined by veteran leadership, …
BUCCANEERS CLINCH PLAYOFF BERTH FOR THE FIRST TIME IN SIX YEARS Read More »
A dominant performance from the Nanaimo Buccaneers powered a 5–0 road victory Friday night, highlighted by a 29-save shutout from second star Aaron Pichette — closing out January with a perfect performance between the pipes — and two goals from Jaxin Karst, bringing him to 19 on the season. Nanaimo (28-10-1 for 57 points, first …
PICHETTE’S SHUTOUT CAPS OFF STRONG JANUARY FOR BUCS Read More »
The Nanaimo Buccaneers delivered a statement game at the Nanaimo Ice Centre, skating to a commanding 7–1 victory over the Oceanside Generals in a battle for top spot in the North Division. Newcomer Dylan Honschuh made an immediate impact in his Bucs debut, scoring twice in the second period to help break the game wide …
