Chase Sunflower - February 16, 2018

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Issue for the week of Friday, February 16th, 2018 • Vol. 23, Issue 7

HEAT AWARDS BANQUET 2017-18

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by Scott Koch, Chase Heat

unday Night the 11th of February, the Chase HEAT Annual Awards Banquet was held at the Adams Lake Indian Band Conference Centre.

The evening commenced with a succulent chicken and pasta dinner complete with delicious desserts from the kitchen of Colleen Patterson. The Players were introduced in their fire red jerseys to the applause of 180 in attendance. After dinner, Guest Speaker Dave Chyzowski from the Kamloops Blazers, provided stories from his hockey history as well as providing a message regarding the day to day commitment it requires to excel at the junior level. The lessons learned and the commitment it takes to be successful carry over into success in life later on… when the best times are over.

The first award of the event the Rhonda Kenoras Volunteer of the Year was awarded to Jane Herman. Her “Never Quit” attitude to life sets the example for

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all the Heater Volunteers to follow, and she is always up for a challenge, including some less than desirable tasks and duties.

Director of Player Development/Head Coach Brad Fox noted that all the players deserved awards for their dedication to the team and its goals. (List of awards on page 5) The 20 year old Graduating Players, Zachary Fournier, Kolten Moore, Pat Brady, Grady Musgrave and Darion Nordick were then presented with a special HEAT tote bag with name number and team logo on it, a logo’d golf shirt, a framed and logo’d action photo and their game worn red jersey.

The evening wrapped up with an excellent video provided by the season long photography of Andrea Stelter. The Captains, Musgrave, Moore, Fournier and Brady gave a heartfelt thank you to one and all, for making the Chase HEAT and the Community a first class experience.

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You Are Invited To

REAL ESTATE INFO NIGHTS PART II Second Session Tuesday, February 20th

Buying? Selling? Investing?

What do I need to be an investor?

What is happening on Aylmer Road in Chase?

When will it be for sale?

Can it be an investment? OR If I buy and fix up, should I sell or rent?

Ask the Experts!

EVERYONE WELCOME

Chase Creekside Seniors Hall Info Seminar starts @ 7 pm Doors Open @ 6:30 pm for coffee & goodies & **door prize**

Hosted by Brenda Patterson Fair Realty Sorrento

BRENDA PATTERSON BrendaPatterson@hhre.ca

Direct: 778-220-1822

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Community Bulletin Board Public Skating at Art Holding Memorial Arena - Monday 5-6, Friday 3:304:30, Sunday 5:30-6:30.

Sometimes Sat midday when no tournaments. Cost $2 for kids $3 for adults .

Gospel Meetings will be continuing for February 25th @ 3:30p.m. and Feb. 18th @ 7p.m. Come and learn about Jesus.

“From Head to Toe”.

Chase Excellence Program Fundraiser. Sell your gently used clothing, shoes, purses and Accessories. Rent a table $20.00. Chase Community Hall. March 24, 2018 10-3pm.

Contact Jacquie Everett 250675-2574 for more information

“Lift the Lip” is a dental program to help prevent tooth decay. This Dental *The Kamloops Family Public Health program is free History Society* meetings and available for children 1 take place at *Heritage House* to 3 years of age at the Chase To book an in Riverside Park on the *fourth Health Unit. appointment please call the Thursday* of each month from Chase Health Unit at 250-679*7:00 to 9:00 P.M*. (September to May, except December).​ 1393.

NEXT meeting Thurs Feb 22, Story time at Chase Library is 2018 for further information back Wednesdays at 11:15. contact Connie at 250-852- More on page 3...

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Chase Rotary Box 73

Pres: Terri Mindel 250-819-0428 Sec: Doug Everett 675-2574 Meeting at Chase Creekside Centre Thursday 5:30 pm For info/hours phone 250-679-3536

The Variety Telethon Auction & Mixed Triple Dart Tourney Held Saturday February 10th As in the past the community & The Chase Legion made this event a huge success. $3,381.80 was raised for the children.

Whenever The cause is Important This community and area Of Chase Never Fails to meet the challenge.

We Thank You

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CHASE CURLING CLUB Annual General Meeting - Sat. March 10, 2018 5 PM UPSTAIRS. Election of officers & special resolution to amend bylaws of the club

End of Curling Season Fun Spiel 10 am Sat. March 10. $20 for curling inc. lunch. Everyone welcome to come join us & try curling.

FMI Norm 250-463-1753 or admin@chasecurling.ca

Churches of Chase & Area Blessed Sacrament

OFFICE: 838 Shuswap Avenue, Chase BC Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Monday - Thursday PHONE: (250) 679-8880 EMAIL: info@chasesunflower.ca WEB: www.chasesunflower.ca ** Alternate drop-off location at Willows Natural Foods ** MAIL: Box 524, Chase BC, V0E 1M0 Publisher/Editor: Kelsey Snelgrove

The Light of Life Native Fellowship Every Sun 3

Parish welcomes you to pm @ Chase Evangelical Free Church Friendly fellowship Sunday Mass @ 9 am. + Please join us every 3rd with food, family & friends after service. Everyone is welcome.

Sunday at 10 am for the K Light of Life Mission- OPENof C Breakfast Shuswap Ave Pastor Joseph (250) 679-7656

Chase Evangelical Free Church

295 Shuswap ave, Chase Sunday service 10am Kids Hour 10:30 Pastoral office hours: Monday 9-5, Tuesday 12-5 The door is open, coffee is on -- come for conversation, council, or prayer

Chase Lions

Box 12, Chase, BC V0E1M0 250-679-8470* chaselions67@gmail.com Call 250-679-8470 for all Chase Lions projects: *Chase Lions RV Park *Lions Community Calendar *Medical Equipment *Water Splash Pad Tickets

400 Club Winner: Date: February 14, 2018 Winner: Grant Currie Chase B.C. - $100.00

CHASE COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP Everyone welcome

Sundays at Creekside Centre, 542 Shuswap Exploring Christianity 9:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Email: chasefellowship@gmail.com

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Community Bulletin Board Music ministry with Garth & Gail. Every 2nd Sun. Feb 11/18 (Valentine’s Day special) - 2:00-3:00 pm @Chase Parkside Estates (743 Okanagan Ave, Chase). Everyone is welcome - take time to visit with the seniors.

FREE ONE-ON-ONE COMPUTER CLASSES at Chase Public Library.

Thursday, February 15, from 2-6pm. Call

or drop by the library to sign up for a ½-1hr session (length of session depends on number of attendees). Next classes to be held in April. 614 Shuswap Ave, 250679-3331.

Chase Minor Baseball AGM - 6:00 Feb 20th Location TBA - New executive will be elected. Lots of positions to fill! Please contact meegkennedy@yahoo.ca FMI

Chase Museum News Some may have noticed the ongoing project in front of the building, We were so pleased to have been awarded a Grant from the British Columbia/ Canada 150 : Celebrating B . C .

Communities and their Contributions to Canada g r a n t program.

Thanks to this grant, the Museum has been able to create an appealing attraction on Shuswap Ave, giving tourists a positive view of the Arts and Culture sector of Chase and a spot for photo opportunities even outside

regular Museum hours.

Due to the onset of winter the project will be completed at the end of April. The Theme of our project under the Building Lasting Legacies theme is “ To g e t h e r we are Stronger” celebrating C a n a d a’s 1 5 0 t h birthday by promoting unity and reconciliation between the First Nations Peoples and all Canadians. Mark May 5th on your calendar to attend our dedication ceremony!

Trial Dates For 2016 Hit-and-Run; Charge is Second-Degree Murder A trial date has been set for a Sorrento 2016, crash on Squilax-Anglemont Road man charged with murder in relation to that killed 60-year-old Brian Watson. a hit-and-run crash that Prosecutors laid an killed Brian Watson who additional charge of was riding his motorcycle near second-degree murder Chase two years ago. last year.

Raymond Edward Swann’s fourBrian’s wife Ila week B.C. Supreme Court trial is Watson requested scheduled to begin on July 16 in this information be front of a Kamloops jury. included in the Chase Swann was originally charged Sunflower to update the Brian Watson with criminal negligence causing community. death in connection to the April 3,

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Chase Weight Support Group

Chase Country X-mas Committee Distributes Funds to local groups

- Meet at Illahee Lodge. 333 Wilson St. Chase.

Weigh-in Thursdays from 3:30 - 4 pm with a meeting and open discussion to 5 pm. We are a support group to help lose weight by eating healthy and exercise. No fad diets. FMI contact Wanda @ 778220-2788 or Chris at 250-679-5302.

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From left to right: Anne Lamoreux (Chase Museum), Guy Ramsay (Program Manager, Chase Victim Services), Ella Duheme (Citizens on Patrol), Billie Phillips (Chase Museum), Suzanne Foster (Treasurer Chase Country Christmas) Photo Supplied

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Left to Right: Val Atcheson with Auctioneer/ New Country 103.1 radio personality Big Rig McIvor, and the Legion’s President Paul Lamoureux Photo by Dave Smith Submitted by Dave Smith The Chase Legion Br. 107, totalled up the Legion Variety Telethon / Dart Tourney / Auction Event with a cheque for $3,135.15 Over the 21 years Val and Ron have coordinated this annual Telethon event at the Chase Legion Br. # 107, which has raised over $ 42,400.00 in the past 2 decades.

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WHY CHASE? submitted by Wilf Bennett

My Dad and Mom stayed and worked up at Chase Creek for a rancher named Jack Hepburn in the 50’s then. Later moved to Kamloops and work at different ranches then when mom passed on. Dad came back to chase and got a job at Matty Ranch in the Lo Bear Creek Valley. This was 1974 and I followed him to the town of Chase.

I loved the beautiful scenery of the lakes, mountains, the back roads and a different lifestyle in a little town that was real busy back then. Oh yeah, Fridays and Saturdays was always something going on. There was always work, sawmills, forestry, and logging and a variety of stores, cafes, and shopping.

I met a lot of folks around Chase and I still pick up my mail in the same post box since 1974. Chase was a real bustling town back then. Wilf Bennett

Chase Heat Awards 2017-2018

Most Valuable Player (tie): Kolten Moore and Zachary Fournier

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The Sunflower is collecting stories of how people ended up in the Village of Chase.

What’s your story?!

Email, drop off, or mail yours to the Chase Sunflower. info@chasesunflower.ca 250-679-8880

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WHO ARE CHASE CITIZENS ON PATROL? SUBMITTED BY CHASE CITIZENS ON PATROL

Citizens on Patrol is a volunteer organization which operates in a large number of communities throughout Canada. In all cases, Citizens on Patrol operates under the direct supervision of the local police. Our organization welcomes members over the age of 19 who have successfully passed a current criminal record check. Members are required to attend training presented by local police officers and to participate actively and regularly in at least one aspect of COP duties.

In Chase, Citizens on Patrol has been actively involved in the community for more than 20 years.

The group was formed in response to a need for more “eyes

and ears” on the ground throughout the community. In this capacity, we provide a number of valuable services to the citizens of Chase and area.

Trained members working in pairs conduct vehicle patrols throughout the Village of Chase and VLA Road from May through the end of October. The patrols are conducted at random hours but particularly during peak hours for criminal behaviours.

The majority of the patrols take place after 10:00 p.m. and continue well into the morning hours. During each patrol, every street and alley in the village is covered repeatedly on a totally random pattern.

Careful notes are taken of all activities observed during the patrols and these logs

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are then submitted to the RCMP. Incidents requiring police or other emergency personnel are reported immediately thus ensuring prompt response.

In addition, Chase Citizens on Patrol provide traffic control for events such as parades. We also monitor crowds at local events such as Music in the Park, CornStock, Canada Day and Chase Country Christmas. At various times throughout the year, groups ask us to monitor parking lots and/or private events taking place in the community. Our presence ensures that the local RCMP members are kept apprised of potential problems and prevents issues from developing.

Chase Citizens on Patrol also works with ICBC to provide Road Safety education and to conduct regular Speed Watch and Cell Watch events at key locations throughout the Village. When invited to do so, we also conduct these events at various rural locations in the surrounding area. Last year, COP worked closely with local RCMP and ICBC to conduct a bicycle safety event for local elementary school children. When we have enough members, we also conduct foot patrols focusing on Crime Prevention.

When conducting any of our services in the community, our vehicles and members are clearly identifiable. Any legitimate on duty COP member will be wearing either a bright yellow t-shirt with a Chase COP logo or a bright yellow jacket emblazoned with the RCMP crest and the name Chase COP. All members carry photo ID signed by a local RCMP Commanding Officer. Our vehicles are marked on both the driver and passenger sides.

Over the years, our members have been instrumental in preventing crimes, facilitating arrests and providing testimony resulting in convictions.

We wish we could do much more for the community. To do so, we need many, many more members, especially younger ones.

If you are concerned about maintaining the peace and safety of our community, please join us and become a trained and authorized part of the solution. We meet on the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm at Creekside Seniors Centre. We’ll see you there and welcome you with open arms!

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NEW STORE HOURS Grocery: 8 am to 6 pm* • 7 days per week

Pharmacy: Hours remain the same 9 am to 6pm • Monday - Saturday 10 am to 4 pm • Sundays/Holidays *Until further notice

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Secwepemcstin Word of the Week submitted by Sekwaw Matthew, Chief Atahm Language Nest

Business Listings HALL’S KENNELS - Pritchard *First time boarders receive one free day. *Special rates for long term boarders. Transportation available.

250-318-8367 Small engine maintenance and repairs - Certified technician Call 250-320-6082 all outdoor power equipment serviced. Lawnmower, weed whackers, rototiller, quads, motorcycle, generators, boat motors etc. Ask for Jarrett.

The Language Nest is an immersion program for children ages 6 months-4 years. See our new website at www.chiefatahmnest.webnode.com/

Horoscopes

for the week

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Stop being the wool-gathering Lamb, and start turning that dream project into reality. You have the ideas, the drive and the charisma to persuade others to follow your lead. So do it.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) You’ve scored some big successes.

But remember that all hard-working Ferdinands and Ferdinandas need some time to restore their energies and refresh their spirits.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You’re gaining a stronger mental image of what you’re trying to achieve. Now look for the facts that will help get this to develop from a concept into a solid proposal.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) LEO (July 23 to August 22) VIRGO (Aug 23 to Sept 22) Some of you eager-to-please Moon A new business venture seems A volatile situation needs the kind Children might want to delay some to offer everything you’ve been of thoughtful and considerate care decisions until midweek, when you looking for. But be careful that that you can provide right now. There’ll can again think more rosy picture doesn’t betray be plenty of time later to with your head than traces of red ink under the analyze what might have your heart. surface. gone wrong.

LIBRA (Sept 23 to Oct 22) SCORPIO (Oct 23 to Nov 21) SAGITTARIUS (Nov 22 to Dec 21) Your loyalty to a friend in a tough Your strong work ethic is rewarded A legal matter you thought had situation earns you respect from with the kind of challenging been finally resolved could require people you care about. Those opportunity you love to tackle. Now, a second look. But don’t make any go ahead and celebrate with moves without consulting who criticize you don’t family and/or close friends. your lawyer. understand what friendship is all about.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22 to Jan 19) Taking charge is what you like to do, and since you do it so well, expect to be asked to lead a special group. This could open an exciting new vista for you.

AQUARIUS (Jan 20 to Feb 18) An important matter might wind up being entrusted to you for handling.

The responsibility is heavy, but you’ll have support from people able and eager to help.

PISCES (Feb 19 to March 20) A spouse or partner might make an important, even life-changing, suggestion. Consider it carefully. It could hold some of the answers you’ve both been looking for.

You always try to do the right thing, and for the right reasons. No wonder people have come to depend on you.

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Thank You to the Fish & Game Club for the donation to Illahe Lodge.

Much appreciated by those who partook. - Louise Rhodes

THANK YOU

For a surprise 84th birthday party.

Thank you to my family and friends from Summerland, Sorrento, Scotch Creek and Chase. The flowers, food, and much more. -Lucy Blomgren

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Classifieds FOR SALE

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SERVICES OFFERED

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Reasonable rates. 250-679-1153.

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Obituary Ronald (aka Ronnie) Ian Jackson of Chase, BC passed away peacefully in his home at the age of 69.

Ronnie is survived by his daughters, Robyn (Terry), Brandy (Mike) and his three grand children (Nathan, Kiera and Leland) and extended family. He has now been reunited with the love of his life, Denita (Pete) who he lost in 1996.

Ronnie was born December 22, 1948 in Adams Lake, BC to Dan and Dorothy Jackson.

He was the youngest of seven children.

Ronnie loved his family, Craig’s Bakery and walking. Ronnie will be missed by his family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at a later time.

Memorial donations can be made to the Chase Lions Club.

Classifieds are $5 for 20 words. Email info@chasesunflower.ca or drop off at 838 Shuswap Avenue or Willows Health Food Store.

Obituary

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of

William “Ness” Valentine Joseph Trouton

Ness passed away peacefully on January 29, 2018, with his loving family by his side.

Memories of Ness will forever be cherished by his family. He is remembered by his son Bill, daughter-inlaw Sharen of Chase, B.C. and his granddaughters; Jaimi (Brendan), and Jenna (Brett) of Kelowna, B.C. Ness was predeceased by Merle, his loving wife, best friend and partner for 67 years.

Ness was Born on Valentine’s Day, 1922, in Cedarkine (now Milner Ridge), Manitoba. It was here where he grew up and was raised by Grampy and Grannie Trouton. In 1942 moved the family to New Westminster, B.C. where Ness started his own logging business and worked throughout the province. While in the lower mainland, Ness would eventually go to work for his father’s gravel company in Surrey, working hard to help build the business. In 1946 Ness met the love of his life, Merle, and in 1948 they were married.

Together they shared many wonderful experiences of baseball, playing cards, and barn dances.

In 1964, Ness bought his father’s gravel company.

With his dedication, Ness & Son’s Construction grew to be very successful, so in 1969 Ness sold it to buy the BCNU motel in Sicamous. In the Shuswap, Ness found a love for boating and bowling and, in 1973, he retired and moved to Salmon Arm at the young of age of 51.

Ness loved his family and in 2000 he and Merle moved to Chase to be closer to them. Here he spent his time watching Jaimi and Jenna grow up. Ness helped them through 4H, watched them perform ballet and took them fishing and camping, whenever they could fit it in.

Anyone that knew Ness also knew what a kind and loving man he was, he always told the best stories, and never had a bad word to say about anyone. He had a ten gallon heart, and he gave all of its capacity to the people he loved. He had a nick-name for everyone, but to play it safe he would call everyone by “m’girl” or “m’boy”, it didn’t matter the age. Always a gentleman, and ever the romantic, we can find comfort knowing that Ness is smiling ear to ear right now - together again with his Merle, dancing amongst the stars.

Ness’ family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to Interior Health Services, and to the Health-care professionals that were so good to Ness over the past few years. We would also like to thank our friends and family for their support.

If friends so desire, a donation in lieu of flowers, may be made in his memory to the Chase and District Health Unit.

Obituary Pamela Lepsoe January 11, 1926 - February 7, 2018

Pamela Lepsoe of Chase, BC died on February 7, 2018 at the age of 92. She will be dearly missed by her daughter Barbara, son David, stepsons Bob (Cora), Chris (Janet), and daughterin-law June Lepsoe, grand dog Buddie, grandchildren; Disa, Mike, Christina, Karen, Stephanie, Rob and Kevin, her sister Pat Dockerty of England, numerous nieces and nephews, as well as her many friends. Pam was predeceased by her husband Gunnar, stepson Derek, and grandson Dan. Pam was born in Coates (near Cirencester) Gloucestershire England. She came to Canada with one of her brothers where she taught school in Saskatchewan, then Grand Forks where she met her husband Gunnar who was also a teacher.

They moved to Silverton, then New Denver. In 1965 they moved to Chase. Pam taught at the Adams Lake Indian Band School, Adams Lake one-room school and at Chase Primary until she retired in 1985. Pam was a very active member in her community. She was involved in her church, the museum and the Chase Creekside Centre, to name a few. She loved singing with the Kitchen Band, the Belles and Beaux, and the Church choir. One of the things Pam was known for was her daily long walks all around the village. Pam travelled the world and always said Chase was the best place on earth.

A Celebration of Life will be held in the Chase Community Hall on Saturday March 17th, 2018 at 11am. Refreshments to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements entrusted to Alternatives Funeral & Cremation Services 250-554-2324 Condolences may be expressed to the family from www.myalternatives.ca

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Instant Pot Hawaiian Pineapple Pork Ingredients 1 can (20 oz) Pineapple chunks in pineapple juice 2 tablespoons water 1 tablespoon cornstarch 3 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon grated ginger 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 tablespoons olive oil, separated 1 onion, chopped 1 red pepper, chopped 2 lb boneless pork stew meat Kosher salt and black pepper 1 teaspoon oregano Parsley for garnishing Instructions Drain the pineapple chunks and reserve the juice.

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Turn the Instant Pot ON and select

“saute” mode, adjust heat to more. When hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Add onion and red peppers and saute for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are vibrant in color and just tender. Remove from Instant Pot and reserve.

Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the Instant Pot. When hot, add pork meat and saute until no longer pink. Add pineapple chunks and oregano. Season with salt and black pepper to taste; mix to combine. Add the sauce. Secure the lid to the instant pot and cook for 10 minutes.

When the time is over, let the pressure release on its own for 5 minutes. Then, carefully turn the valve to “Venting,” to release any extra pressure that might still be in there. Then remove the lid.

Add the reserved onions and red peppers to pot and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning adding more salt and black pepper, if necessary.

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately over rice or steamed vegetables.

Always remember that you are absolutely unique.

Just like everyone else.

- Margaret Mead

Sudoku

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EAT, SLEEP, HOCKEY, REPEAT- The HEAT

by Scott Koch, Chase Heat The Family Day Weekend was chock Fournier from Brayden Haskell and Jay full of Hockey related activities for the Schweizer. The 2nd saw…guess who…

16-20 year old HEAT. The weekend Nikiforuk score from Brady and Fidanza started with the HEAT rumbling on the man advantage, then Mattey from through avalanche alley to the Mountain Black and Hughes. The EAGLES caught Mecca of Revelstoke. The top two the hungry HEAT asleep at the table and teams in their Division were facing each scored a shorthanded counter. Next up other for the 2nd time in 7 days. The was history, as Kolten Moore went end to GRIZZLIES could be considered rude by end on the powerplay from Fournier and Ms. Manners standards, as they helped Brady. It was the Franchise Record 200th themselves to the first four goals, before point for the 4 year Veteran. The end the Chase crew received a portion. In result a 5-1 home ice win, backstopped the 1st the Mad Bears popped in two by Conor Webb who denied 28 of 29 and they added two more in the 2nd. shots by Sicamous.

Then the hot Colton Nikiforuk flicked The Head Coach Brad Fox and the in a counter from Michael Fidanza and Players held a Hot Stove Social after the Zachary Fournier. The 3rd put a scare in game and invited Volunteers, Parents the Bears as Chase fired in two more, first and Billet Parents for a question and Gavin Mattey from Evan Hughes and answer casual get together. Tall tales, Darion Nordick, and then the red hot jokes and laughs were exchanged to sum Nikiforuk again from Jackson Marshall up the year todate. and Fidanza. However Revelstoke was On Sunday at the Adams Lake Indian the only team to get dessert scoring the Band Conference Centre the Annual last goal to leave the ice table with a 5-3 Awards Banquet was held. The evenings victory.

Guest Speaker was Dave Chyzowski Saturday Night the 10th of February from the WHL Kamloops BLAZERS. in the confines of the Art Holding There are two games left in the Regular Memorial Arena filled with 350 fans, Season for the Chase crew, a home date was a kettle full of different fish…and Friday the 16th versus the Kamloops result. The Sicamous EAGLES were the STORM and a Saturday trip to 100 Mile guests and the HEAT scored four in a House to face the WRANGLERS. The row after learning bad manners in the Playoffs commence Friday, February Stoke. In the 1st it was Pat Brady from 23rd and a schedule of the first round Marshall and Kaden Black, followed by series will be provided next week.

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