Tag: KIJHL

KIJHL calls departure of eight teams a ‘disappointing outcome’

The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League says the planned departure of eight teams is a “disappointing outcome” for community-based junior hockey in British Columbia.

Breakaway junior hockey league to reshape Kootenay teams

Several junior hockey teams in southeastern B.C. are breaking away from the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League to form a new independent circuit starting in the 2026-27 season.

Community to help shape Thundercats rebrand

The Creston Valley Thundercats are preparing to usher in a new era, announcing plans to rebrand the junior hockey club after 25 years under the Thundercats name.

Thunder Cats’ Smith commits to ACAC’s Briercrest College

Creston Valley Thunder Cats' Brendan Smith has committed to play collegiate hockey for Briercrest College in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference.

KIJHL announces new league structure for 2026-27 season

The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) has announced major changes to its future structure that will see the...

Teck Cup enters round 2

The second round of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League Teck Cup playoffs begins tonight, with Grand Forks Border...

BCHC and BC Hockey announce 2025 Mowat Cup

The British Columbia Hockey Conference (BCHC) and BC Hockey are pleased to announce details for the 2025 Mowat Cup...

KIJHL weekend wrap

The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League completed its eighth week of regular season action for the 2024-25 season. The Merritt...

Thunder Cat makes roster for 2024 BCHC Prospects Game

The British Columbia Hockey Conference (BCHC) has announced the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) roster that will compete...

KIJHL weekend wrap up

The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League completed its sixth week of regular season action for the 2024-25 season. The Beaver...

KIJHL weekend wrap up

The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League completed its fifth week of regular season action for the 2024-25 season. The Beaver...

KIJHL Thankgiving weekend wrap up

The Castlegar Rebels split up their games over the long weekend, as Golden forced a shootout, where the Rebels...

KIJHL weekend wrap up

Beaver Valley has started their season off with a big win over Spokane 10-0, followed by Saturday's defeat Creston...

KIJHL weekend wrap up

The Thunder Cats split up their games against the Nelson Leafs, falling short 4-2 at home but scoring 2...

KIJHL Wednesday night wrap up

After a week of preseason action, the Beaver Valley Nitehawks lead the Neil Murdoch division with four wins. Grand...

KIJHL hockey highlights

It was mixed bag of results for the KIJHL’s exhibition games across the region. Friday Night Match Up Revelstoke defeated Nelson...
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