WHL adds expansion franchise in Penticton BC, beneficial move for Chiefs travel schedule
A couple of years ago, the Winnipeg Ice won the Western Hockey League’s Eastern Conference, lost the WHL final to the Seattle ...
Western Hockey League's Strategic Expansion in British Columbia: A New Era for Junior Hockey
In addition to Penticton's new franchise, the WHL has initiated a franchise application process in Chilliwack, signaling further growth in the region. By potentially adding Chilliwack as its 24th team ...
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Penticton Vees expand to Western Hockey League
The WHL made the announcement Monday, in addition to initiating a franchise application process for Chilliwack, B.C., to ...
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Cougars' travel schedule will improve slightly with Penticton joining WHL next season
The Chilliwack Chiefs plan to play one more season in Chilliwack under current owner Moray Keith, then move to allow the WHL ...
Western Hockey League Expands its Reach in British Columbia
Expansion in a sports league often reflects broader ambitions and market assessments, and the WHL’s latest decisions are no exception. By introducing the Penticton Vees as its 23rd team, the league ...
By-election Q&A: Meet Aaron Baisarowicz, one of seven running for Penticton city council
Aaron Baisarowicz describes himself as "semi-retired. After working years in a number of jobs in the sales, retail management ...
Two B.C. cities are getting WHL expansion teams, including Chilliwack
The Western Hockey League is expanding, and that's good news for a pair of British Columbia cities, Penticton and Chilliwack.
Penticton Vees hockey team leaving BCHL to join Western Hockey League
In addition to Penticton, B.C., the Western Hockey League is hoping to add a team in Chilliwack at a later date.
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B.C. nonagenarian looks back on his March Madness basketball glory
Jon-Lee Kootnekoff spent parts of four seasons at Seattle University before launching his Hall of Fame coaching career ...