Minor Hockey

“What a season so far,” says Geoff Pearson, proud parent of U13 A1 player Ernie Pearson. “It’s pretty special that these players get to experience so much success with the teammates they get to see at the Club all year long, not just through the hockey season,” he continues.

Across the Avalanche Minor Hockey U11, U13, U15, and U18 programs, the Club had teams competing for Championship Banners at all levels – a feat that is a testament to the skill, hard work, and dedication from the players to the coaches.

The collective effort is not lost on Fothergill, “We want to thank all of the coaches, managers, safety people, timekeepers, scorekeepers, referees, and all that contribute to the

Like an actual Avalanche, some teams in particular illustrated what a force of nature they can truly be. Our U11 A1 took 2nd place in the Pacific Coast Amateur Hockey Association (PCAHA) Flight 1 Final 4 and were winners of the OneHockey Invitational Tournament in Las Vegas held in February. "It was pretty exciting...We were on a roll after the first one [goal]," said Ethan Godwin, Assistant Captain and Right Defence following the win. “It was a team effort for sure!” Echoing the sentiment of his teammate, Lucas Wesik, Left Defence, added "I thought we weren't going to get an opportunity to win it, but then we

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The wins kept coming too. Capping off a phenomenal year, the Avalanche U13 A1 team were crowned Flight 3 Banner Champions with a walloping 5-1 win over New Westminster. The team’s prowess is and has earned them a coveted spot representing the Club in the BC Hockey Provincials, taking place in West Vancouver from March 19-23. The team worked hard in preparation for the tournament and everyone in The Ar butus Club community has cheered them on with vigor. Kudos to everyone who played a part in Minor Hockey, including the players, parents, and coaches. Hockey is a team effort, and the dedication and effort put in by all is greatly appreciated and acknowledged. Now, let's hope things keep snowballing for our players next season – there ain't no slowing them down! ♦