The Bucs delivered a memorable Parents Night victory, skating to a 5–3 win over the Campbell River Storm while outshooting their opponents 33–23. Nanaimo jumped out fast with goals from Dreyton Heyward (4th) and Jaxin Karst (9th), before Campbell River answered twice to send the teams to the room tied 2–2 after one. The second …
Bucs Owner Nicole Brandenburg is pleased to announce that the upcoming Shaun Peet Presentation is officially SOLD OUT! The Nanaimo Buccaneers are thrilled to share that the community’s excitement has filled every seat for this special event. Born and raised in Nanaimo, Shaun Peet is a proud product of local minor hockey, a former Nanaimo …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers took a modest winning streak on the road to Victoria to face the Cougars. Porter Williamson (5th) opened the scoring for Nanaimo in the first period, but the teams went to the dressing room tied 1–1 after one. In the second period, Koen Gauthier netted his 9th of the season, and Jack …
Buccaneers GM Bill Bestwick is pleased to announce the return and signing of forward Nate Hughes. Hughes, a former Buc, brings a mature presence, size, and valuable experience to the lineup. “We are excited to add a player and person of Nate’s character and look forward to seeing him in action this weekend,” said Bestwick. …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers kept their point streak alive with a thrilling 4–3 home-ice victory over the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. First star Porter Williamson led the charge offensively, recording a goal (4th) and two assists in a standout performance. Defensemen Dreyton Heyward (3rd) and Davis Young (who netted his first goal of the season and …
It was a big week for the Nanaimo Buccaneers in the VIJHL! Veteran goaltender Aaron Pichette was named Goaltender of the Week after back-to-back wins over Port Alberni and Kerry Park, posting a stellar .976 save percentage in two starts. Meanwhile, rookie defenseman Nate Barclay capped off a strong October by earning Rookie of the …
Rising talent making a big impact in his first season with the Bucs! At just 17 years old, forward Madden Cruickshank has quickly become one of the most exciting young players in the Nanaimo Buccaneers lineup. With 9 goals and 12 assists for 21 points in 15 games, the rookie has made an immediate impact and proven he can compete with …
The Nanaimo Buccaneers hit the road Friday night and skated away with a dominant 7–0 shutout victory over the Kerry Park Islanders. Veteran goaltender Aaron Pichette was unbeatable between the pipes, turning aside every shot to earn his first shutout as a Buccaneer. Offensively, the Bucs were firing on all cylinders. Nate Barclay opened the …
Two rookies — Rhys Wilcox (3rd) and Nate Barclay (3rd) — led the way as the Buccaneers skated to a 3–1 home-ice win over their rivals, the Port Alberni Bombers. Veteran forward Porter Williamson buried the game-winner and his second of the season, while goaltender Aaron Pichette was solid between the pipes, stopping 26 shots …
The Bucs play host to the Port Alberni Bombers this Thursday at 7:15 PM at the Nanaimo Ice Centre. Nanaimo is coming off a thrilling Sunday matinee that ended in an overtime defeat to the defending VIJHL Champions. The team will look to stay unbeaten in their last three home games while seeking redemption for …
