If you get an opportunity to get down to the NIC, on Thursday night for 7:15 PM puck drop, there is a good chance you will see a tremendous hockey game. Try to get there early because the last game was a sellout!
The decades old rivalry between countless Victoria and Nanaimo hockey teams is timeless and full of white knuckle, historic level battles. This game promises to be another exciting match as the undefeated Clippers (3-0) hosts the storied Victoria Cougars (2-1-1).
Advantages
Nanaimo Buccaneers Advantages:
1. Unbeaten Record: Nanaimo has a perfect 3-0-0-0 record, indicating strong team performance.
2. Longer Winning Streak: Nanaimo is on a threee game winning streak, showing momentum and consistency.
3. Stronger Defense: Nanaimo has allowed fewer goals (5) compared to Victoria (16).
4. Better Penalty Killing: Nanaimo’s penalty killing percentage (93.75%) is higher than Victoria’s (82.35%).
5. More Effective Power Play: Nanaimo’s power play percentage (28.57%) is significantly higher than Victoria’s (11.76%).
Victoria Cougars Advantages:
1. More Goals Scored: Victoria has scored more goals (21) than Nanaimo (11).
2. Recent Big Win: Victoria’s last game was a 6-3 win, showing potential for high-scoring games.
These advantages highlight the strengths of each team, with Nanaimo excelling in defense, penalty killing, and power play, while Victoria has shown the ability to score more goals.
WHO’S IN CHARGE
Nanaimo:
Nanaimo is coached by former NCAA players Tyler Gow (St. Norbert NCAA) and Brett Bestwick (Geneseo NCAA) who work closely with General Manager Bill Bestwick (St Louis U NCAA, NHL) to guide the team to success. With a strong leadership team in place, the Nanaimo team is believed by many to be well-positioned for a positive season.
Victoria:
The Victoria team is led by ultra experienced, perennial playoff level Head Coach and General Manager Mike Vandekamp (WHL, RMJHL, BCHL, AJHL) – who is ably assisted by Assistant Coach Brady Lynn (Nipissing USports and Marian NCAA). Together, they bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the team.
Upcoming Games:
September 18: vs Victoria at Nanaimo Ice Centre, 7:15 pm PDT
September 25: vs Peninsula at Nanaimo Ice Centre, 7:15 pm PDT
September 27: vs Comox Valley at Comox Valley Sports Centre, 6:30 pm PDT
Stay Connected with the Nanaimo Buccaneers:
Visit nanaimobuccaneers.ca for the latest news, stats, and updates.
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