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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 …

BARCLAY & PICHETTE EARN VIJHL WEEKLY HONOURS Read More »

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 …

NANAIMO POWERS PAST OCEANSIDE TO STAY ON TOP Read More »

The Nanaimo Buccaneers powered past the Saanich Predators with a strong third-period push, scoring the final three goals to lock down a 5–2 win at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. Nanaimo (26-10-1 – 53 points) grabbed sole possession of first place in the North Division thanks to goals from Lukas Needham, Jaxin Karst, Madden Cruickshank, Rhys …

NANAIMO POWERS TO THE TOP SPOT Read More »

First star Dreyton Hayward led the way with two goals as the Nanaimo Buccaneers earned a 5–3 victory on the road at the Cowichan Lake Sports Arena. Nanaimo (25-10-1 for 51 points) climbed into first place in the North Division, holding the edge over Oceanside with two games in hand. The Bucs rounded out the …

BUCS TAKE OVER FIRST PLACE Read More »

First star Tristen Bailey continued his hot start in a Buccaneers uniform, scoring twice to reach 4 goals with Nanaimo.Second star Jaxin Karst also scored a pair, pushing his impressive season total to 16 goals. Jack Barrett added the other tally—his 9th of the season—while Kane Law chipped in two assists and earned third-star recognition. …

Buccaneers Stay Hot at the NIC Read More »

The Nanaimo Buccaneers All-Stars and Prospects have returned home after an exciting weekend of festivities in Spruce Grove, Alberta. Representing the organization were Aaron Pichette, Ethan Nordli, Boston Cripps, Jaxin Karst, Madden Cruickshank, Nate Barclay, and Coach Tyler Gow—each making strong contributions to the North Island squads. The North defeated the South 6–4 in the …

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Pairs of goals from newcomer Kane Law and Nate Barclay powered the Nanaimo Buccaneers to a dominant 9–2 road victory Tuesday night at Kerry Park Arena. Law made an immediate impact in a Buccaneers uniform, scoring twice and earning third star honours, while Barclay matched him with a pair of goals to fuel Nanaimo’s offensive …

Bucs Explode for Nine in Dominant Road Win Read More »