Penticton Vees are on fire! They just bagged a 7-1 victory against the Vernon Vipers at Kal Tire Place, marking their 38th win of the season—tying last year’s total with four games still to play.
In this game, several players shined brightly. Ryden Evers scored one goal and racked up two assists, while Simon Meier earned three assists. Ben Merrill netted two goals, and a total of 11 players contributed to the score. Evers has been especially hot against the Vipers this season, scoring five goals and eight assists over six games.
Ethan Buenaventura was solid in goal, making 16 saves to help secure the win. Just the day before, the Vees had another strong showing, defeating the Spruce Grove Saints 5-2 at home, with Wehmann, McKamey, Cataldo, Hellyer, and Ryan all finding the net. Will Ingemann was awarded the game’s top star after stopping 23 shots.
As for the Vipers, they quickly bounced back from their loss to the Vees. They claimed a thrilling 4-3 overtime victory against the Saints. Koji Gibson scored the decisive goal in overtime, while Ryan Watt was pivotal, scoring just before time expired to send the game into extra periods. Jari Kykkanen and Logan Cunningham combined for an impressive 42 saves in net.
Meanwhile, the West Kelowna Warriors secured a dominant 5-0 win over the Powell River Kings. Edouard Gauthier not only posted a shutout with 15 saves but also contributed an assist on one of the goals. Sam LeDrew led the charge with two goals, demonstrating the Warriors’ strong offensive depth.
Looking ahead, the Vees will face off against Cranbrook this Friday, while the Vipers hit the road to continue their season in Spruce Grove and Sherwood Park.
The excitement isn’t just on the ice; fan reactions have been buzzing on social media, with many praising the Vees for their teamwork and skill. A recent survey by the BCHL highlighted that fans are particularly excited about the dynamic plays and the overall competition in the league this season.
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