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February 4, 2010

Alumni Named Atlantic Hockey Goalie of the Week

OHA Alumni Steven Legatto was named the Atlantic Hockey Association’s Goalie of the Month for January... [full story]

January 22, 2010

Tyler Love Signs With Blues

OHA Goaltending Coach, Tyler Love, has been named the St. Louis Blue’s Goaltending Consultant. Love, a co-founder of World Pro Goaltending, joined OHA this past season. Tyler has worked with... [full story]

January 19, 2010

Persley Joins Chilliwack Bruins

The Okanagan Hockey Academy is proud to announce the signing of Brendan Persley by the Chilliwack Bruins of the Western Hockey League. A fierce competitor, Brendan brings a combination... [full story]

January 18, 2010

Junior Varsity Weekend Recap

January 14, 2010 vs. Banff Result: 3-3 Tie OHA started their weekend swing through Calgary with a hard fought game against Banff Academy. Sasha Hahn got OHA on the board when... [full story]

January 18, 2010

Varsity Weekend Recap

January 17, 2010 vs. Salmon Arm Result: 6-3 Win Steven Killey lead the way with two goals as OHA downed Salmon Arm. Killey opened the scoring in the first for OHA, on... [full story]

January 18, 2010

Prep Weekend Recap

January 15, 2010 vs. Banff Result: 4-3 Loss OHA kicked off their CSSHL weekend with a tough loss to Banff Academy. Jake Plant took advantage of the Banff goaltender mis-handling... [full story]

January 18, 2010

Alumni Equals Feat Not Seen Since Kyle Turris

OHA Alumni, Mitch MacMillan, scored his 50th goal this season while playing for the Alberni Valley Bulldogs of the BCHL in just... [full story]

January 18, 2010

Bulldogs Crack Top 10 in National Rankings

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs continue their ascent through the National rankings of CJHL teams, breaking into the top 10 this week. Ranked 9th in the country, the Bulldogs have steadily improved their ranking as their solid... [full story]

January 12, 2010

Chapman Ranked by Central Scouting

Former Okanagan Hockey Academy defenseman, Mitch Chapman, has been ranked 151st overall by central scouting for the 2010 NHL entry draft. Mitch's projected ranking would make him a 6th round selection. Mitch,... [full story]

January 11, 2010

Bulldogs Ranked 11th Nationally

January 6, 2010

Walker Wins World Junior Gold

Luke Walker, a former OHA student, has captured a Gold Medal in the 2010 World Junior Hockey Championships with Team USA.  Walker, who's club team is the Portland Winter Hawks of the Western Hockey League,... [full story]

January 4, 2010

Alumni to Compete for Gold Medal

OHA Alumni, Luke Walker, will compete for a gold medal as his Team USA takes on Team Canada in the World Junior Hockey Championship gold medal game on Tuesday.  Walker, a Portland Winter Hawk scoring... [full story]

December 23, 2009

Bulldogs Rank 15th in the Nation

December 22, 2009

Alumni Named Rookie of the Week

OHA Alumni, Steven Legatto, has been named the Rookie of the Week in Atlantic Hockey of the NCAA Division I. The former OHA netminder plays for the Sacred Heart Pioneers after a successful career with the Drumheller... [full story]

December 19, 2009

Alumni Named to Team USA

OHA Alumni, Luke Walker, has been named to the USA Hockey World Junior Team. Walker who returned to the ice just 7 days after a serious injury with a plate inserted in his jaw, joins the team that will compete... [full story]

December 14, 2009

Bulldogs Remain Nationally Ranked

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs have remained amongst the Nations best Junior A teams this week, holding onto the 18th spot in the weekly CJHL rankings. For a full list of the rankings, please visit:  ... [full story]

December 14, 2009

Junior Varsity Weekend Recap

December 12, 2009 vs. Summerland Result: 4-3 Win The Junior Varsity squad kicked off their weekend with an exciting come from behind win against Summerland. Despite running... [full story]

December 14, 2009

Varsity Weekend Recap

December 11th, 2009 vs. Penticton Result: 7-2 Loss OHA started off their weekend against a strong Penticton squad. Kolbi O’Brien put the Varsity boys up 1-0... [full story]

December 14, 2009

Prep Team Dallas Trip Recap

December 11th, 2009 vs. Dallas Stars Result: 2-1 Loss The OHA Prep Team travelled to Dallas this past weekend for a series of exhibition games against the Dallas... [full story]

December 11, 2009

Bulldogs Named to BCHL All-Star Team

Alberni Valley Bulldogs forward, Mitch MacMillan, has been named to the BCHL All-Star Team Starting Line-Up. The current league leader in goals, will be joined by Bulldog’s goaltender, Frank Slubowski in the starting... [full story]

December 7, 2009

Bulldogs Earn National Ranking

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs, after three weeks as an honorable mention, have been ranked amongst the top 20 Junior A teams in Canada. After a strong weekend which saw the Bulldogs defeat the Victoria Grizzlies... [full story]

December 7, 2009

Prep Team Weekend Recap

Prep Team Weekend Recap December 6th, 2009 vs. POE Result 5-2 Win To close out their weekend of CSSHL play, the Prep Squad... [full story]

December 7, 2009

Junior Varsity Weekend Recap

December 6th, 2009 vs. Trail Result: 6-3 Loss (Tournament Gold Medal Game) In Nelson, BC, the Junior Varsity squad competed hard all weekend, and found themselves playing Trail in the tournament... [full story]

December 2, 2009

Walker Invited to Team USA Junior Camp

OHA Alumni, Luke Walker, has been invited to take part in the US World Junior Mini-Camp in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The camp begins on December 16th at the Ralph Englestad Arena, home of the UND Fighting... [full story]

December 2, 2009

Dirk Joins Kootenay Ice

OHA Alumni, Jagger Dirk, has joined the Kootenay Ice of the Western Hockey League. Dirk started this season with the Salmon Arm Silverbacks of the BCHL, but made the decision to jump to the WHL. Dirk, who fielded... [full story]

November 30, 2009

Junior Varsity Weekend Recap

November 27th, 2009 vs. POE Result 3-2 Loss In a late afternoon matchup, the Junior Varsity squad took on Pursuit of Excellence in the South Okanagan Events Centre. After... [full story]

November 25, 2009

OHA Alumni Have Record Nights

Okanagan Hockey Academy alumni, Mitch MacMillan and Nick Sandor, set personal records on the weekend. MacMillan continued his torrid scoring pace with a 4 goal performance against the Cowichan Valley Capitals. Mitch continues... [full story]

November 25, 2009

Kerr Scores First BCHL Goal

Nick Kerr notched his first BCHL goal this past weekend when he was called up with the Quesnel Millionaires. Nick converted a pass from Tyson Price and cousin Chris Kerr to open the scoring Friday night when the Millionaires... [full story]

November 24, 2009

Prep Team Weekend Recap

November 20th, 2009 vs. Chadders Result: 1-1 Tie The Prep Team kicked off their weekend in Salt Lake City with a 1-1 tie against the host Chadders team. Chadders... [full story]

November 24, 2009

Varsity Weekend Recap

November 22nd, 2009 vs. Pursuit of Excellence Result: 6-3 Win A strong first period put OHA up for good, going into the first intermission up 5-0. POE replied with... [full story]

November 24, 2009

Junior Varsity Weekend Recap

November 21, 2009 vs. Summerland Result: 3-2 Loss OHA kicked off their weekend with a loss to Summerland. The JV’s came out flat and Summerland took advantage, handing... [full story]

November 23, 2009

Gill Commits to Boston University

OHA Alumni, Sahir Gill, commits to Boston University for the 2010-2011 season. Gill, who is currently playing for the Chicago Steel of the USHL, adds this to a growing list of accomplishments which include... [full story]

November 18, 2009

Okanagan Hockey Academy Europe to Host Austrian - Russian Challenge Games

In preparation for the World Junior Championships this December in Saskatoon, Canada, the Austrian Under-20 national team will play a two game exhibition series... [full story]

November 14, 2009

Game Action Pictures

Any parents or players interested in game action pictures throughout the season, please visit www.yougottalovethisgame.com. Currently there are pictures of our Junior Varsity... [full story]

November 13, 2009

Alumni Brothers Strike in OT

The MacMillan connection clicked again for the Alberni Valley Bulldogs in a Friday night matchup with the Powell River Kings. Mitch MacMillan converted a pass from brother Mark 2:41 into the first overtime to seal... [full story]

November 11, 2009

Alumni Explode for 11 Points

Okanagan Hockey Alumni, Mitch MacMillan, Mark MacMillan, Sam Mitchell, Josh Mitchell and Tyler Berkholtz combined last night to notch 11 points in an 8-3 Alberni Valley Bulldog win over the Cowichan Valley Capitals. ... [full story]

November 9, 2009

Bulldogs Receive Honourable Mention

 The Canadian Junior Hockey League (CJHL) announced today its Weekly Top 20 rankings in conjunction with NHL Central Scouting. Last week's... [full story]

November 8, 2009

Follow OHA on Twitter

The Okanagan Hockey Academy will now be sending out updates via Twitter. To keep up to date on the latest scores from all our teams, just follow us at www.twitter.com/OHAhockey.... [full story]

November 8, 2009

Alumni Commits to Northeastern

Okanagan Hockey Academy Alumni Mitch MacMillan has committed to attend the Northeastern University in 2010. Mitch will suit up for the Northeastern Huskies of the NCAA Division I Hockey East. Mitch has had... [full story]

November 7, 2009

Junior Varsity Weekend Recap

November 6th, 2009 vs Kelowna Result: 7-2 Loss The Junior Varsity squad travelled to Kelowna for a Friday night affair. Trailing 2-1 after the 1st, penalty trouble cost OHA in the second as they headed into... [full story]

November 6, 2009

Position Specific Practices Start

The Okanagan Hockey Academy is beginning our position specific practices, starting Monday November 9th, 2009.  Blake Wesley, Robert Dirk and Rob McLaughlin will be running each ice time which will focus on the following: Defenseman 1.... [full story]

November 5, 2009

Alumni Watch!

Okanagan Hockey Academy Alumni, Sahir Gill, is currently tied for top spot amonst scorers in the United States Hockey League. Gill, a Terrace BC native, joined the Chicago Steel of the USHL this season after capturing... [full story]

November 3, 2009

Varsity Team Weekend Recap

November 1st, 2009 vs. Penticton AAA Midget Result 4-3 Loss The Varsity team closed out the weekend with a spirited game against rival Penticton. Lead by strong... [full story]

November 3, 2009

Prep Team Weekend Recap

November 1st, 2009 vs. Edge Academy The Prep Team closed out their weekend against a very strong Edge Academy team. Despite the shots being close Edge took the game 10-0.... [full story]

November 3, 2009

An Entire School Will Learn to Skate!

Coaches and staff of Okanagan Hockey School along with players of the Penticton Lakers Hockey team are donating their time and talent to teach an entire elementary school... [full story]

November 3, 2009

Dixon Ward Inducted in UND Hall of Fame

  This past weekend Okanagan Hockey School and Academy Vice-President, Dixon Ward, took his place in the University of North Dakota Hall of Fame. Dixon joined three other... [full story]

November 3, 2009

Bulldogs Highlights

November 1, 2009

OHA Alumni Playing in the BCHL

The Okanagan Hockey Academy Alumni are finding success in the BCHL this season. The following is an update on the 18 players currently suiting up for BCHL teams. Salmon Arm Silverbacks... [full story]

October 28, 2009

Okanagan Hockey Academy U19 Lakers Attend Beantown Classic and More

The OHA U-19 Lakers travelled to Boston this past week and participated in the Beantown Classic midget tournament. The tournament featured 24 of the top midget teams from... [full story]

October 26, 2009

Junior Varsity Winfield Tournament Recap

Friday October 23, 2009 vs. Winfield Result 4-1 Loss The Okanagan Hockey Academy Junior Varsity Squad kicked off their weekend tournament in Winfield with a loss to the host... [full story]

October 26, 2009

Varsity Team Tagged With Loss

The Okanagan Hockey Academy Varsity team travelled to Kelowna to take on a strong squad. Despite some positive signs, OHA eventually dropped 7-0 to the home team. "Our guys got off to a slow start and it cost... [full story]

October 21, 2009

Walker Commits to NCAA

Former Okanagan Hockey Academy defenseman Eric Walker has committed to the NCAA Division 1 Northern Michigan Wildcats. Walker, a 16 year old rookie with the Trail Smoke Eaters... [full story]

October 20, 2009

Junior Varsity Recap

October 18, 2009 vs Nelson Result 7-2 Win The Okanagan Hockey Academy Junior Varsity team had an offensive explosion, receiving multiple goals from Sasha Hahn, Turner Krechel... [full story]

October 16, 2009

OHA Prep Team Cleveland Recap

October 18th 2009 vs Michigan Elite Result 3-1 Loss Recap to Follow October 18th 2009 vs Pittsburgh Predators Result 5-2 Win ... [full story]

October 14, 2009

Alumni Leading USHL

Okanagan Hockey Academy Alumnist, Sahir Gill, is currently leading the United States Hockey League scoring leaders. Gill has amassed 2 goals and 7 assists in 4 games this season for the Chicago Steel. Prior to... [full story]

October 14, 2009

OHA Adds Bantam Program

  The Okanagan Hockey Academy is pleased to announce the addition of a Bantam program for the 2010-2011 season. This program... [full story]

October 13, 2009

Junior Varsity Recap

October 3, 2009 vs. Merritt Result 3-3 Tie The OHA JV Team kicked off their season with a tie against long time rival Merritt. OHA was led by Hayden Town with a two goal, 1... [full story]

October 13, 2009

Prep Team Recap

October 8, 2009 vs. POE Result 6-4 loss Heading into the Thanksgiving long weekend, the OHA Prep Team travelled to Kelowna to take on Pursuit of Excellence in a matinee.  Despite... [full story]

October 13, 2009

Varsity Team Recap

October 10, 2009 vs. Portland Result 4-4 Tie The OHA Varsity Team had a pair of back to back games against the Portland U18 squad. The first game featured a lot of back and... [full story]

September 29, 2009

OHA Adds Goaltending Coach

OHA President, Andy Oakes, is pleased to announce the signing of Tyler Love of World Pro Goaltending. Tyler will be joining the OHA goaltending staff this winter and working with our goaltenders... [full story]

September 23, 2009

Alumni Commits to Omaha Nebraska

OHA Alumni, Stefan Nicholishen has committed to attend the University of Omaha Nebraska beginning in 2011. The former OHA Player spent two seasons playing for OHA prior to joining the Penticton Vee's this... [full story]

September 23, 2009

Alumni Joins Redman

  Hunter Shaw, a former OHA goaltender, has joined the McGill University Redman Hockey Team. Shaw spent three seasons playing for OHA in the midget and junior B program. A strong... [full story]

September 23, 2009

Bulldogs Sign D Luke Fenske – Release 91 D Matt Hutchinson

  The Alberni Valley Bulldogs announce the signing of 93 D Luke Fenske.   Luke is a 3rd... [full story]

September 18, 2009

OHA Alumni Strong in Rangers Camp

  Luke Walker, a former Okanagan Hockey Academy sniper, is having a strong showing in his first NHL training camp with the New York Rangers. The 6’2” Walker currently... [full story]

September 9, 2009

Bulldogs Graduate Assistant Coach to NCAA, add Brown University Grad as Assistant Coach

  The Alberni Valley Bulldogs are happy to announce that Bryan Vines has been hired as the Assistant Coach of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Men’s Ice Hockey team. ... [full story]

September 4, 2009

OHA Moves Entire Major Midget Team

The Okanagan Hockey Academy is pleased to announce the advancement of all 22 players from the 2008-2009 Major Midget Team. Of the 23 players, 13 have moved onto play Jr. A, 7 have... [full story]

September 3, 2009

Chris Shaw Hired as Lakers Assistant Coach

The Penticton Lakers are pleased to announce the hiring of Chris Shaw as the Assistant Coach for the upcoming KIJHL season. Chris played in the BCHL from 1998 – 2002 with four... [full story]

August 26, 2009

OHA Hires Athletic Therapist

 The Okanagan Hockey Academy is proud to announce the hiring of Athletic Therapist, Chad Oliver. Chad joins OHA after spending the past three seasons working with the University... [full story]

August 19, 2009

Former OHA Staff Member Joins Canucks

Former Okanagan Hockey Academy Athletic Therapist, Dave Zarn, has joined the Vancouver Canucks training staff. Zarn, prior to joining the Canucks, was serving as Head Atheltic Therapist as well as Strength and Conditioning... [full story]

July 30, 2009

Gallagher Commits to Grizzlies

  OHA defenceman Rylie Gallagher has signed with the Revelstoke Grizzlies of the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League. The 5’10”,... [full story]

July 27, 2009

McGill Commits to Minot State

Okanagan Hockey Academy goaltender, Colin McGill, has committed to play for the Minot State University Beavers in the 2009-2010 season. McGill, a native of Prestwick Scotland, played for the OHA AAA... [full story]

July 15, 2009

Kromm Commits to Bandits

The OkanaganHockey Academy is pleased to announce that Summerland Sting forward, Alex Kromm, has signed with the Brooks Bandits of the Alberta Junior Hockey... [full story]

July 10, 2009

OHA to Join Sports School League

(Penticton, July 8, 2009) Four of Canada’s largest sport schools have formed the Canadian Sport Schools Hockey League (CSSHL), with league... [full story]

July 7, 2009

OHS Partners With Penticton Minor Hockey

The Okanagan Hockey School is pleased to announce, in conjunction with Penticton Minor Hockey, the launch of the Penticton Minor Hockey Skills Academy.  The Skills Academy is... [full story]

July 6, 2009

OHA Coach Jumps to Professional Ranks

  Okanagan Hockey Academy coach, Steve O’Rourke, has been named an assistant coach of the Abbotsford Heat of the American Hockey League. ... [full story]

June 26, 2009

Head Athletic Therapist/Trainer Position

Okanagan Hockey Academy is a division of the world-renowned Okanagan Hockey School. OHS is the longest... [full story]

June 11, 2009

Manning Commits to Canmore

The Okanagan Hockey Academy is pleased to announce that Cole Manning has committed to the Canmore Eagles of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) ... [full story]

June 11, 2009

Alberni Valley Sign Matt Hutchison

  Alberni Valley Bulldogs are pleased to announce the signing of 91 D Matt Hutchinson.   The... [full story]

June 10, 2009

Sam Smith Commits to Bismarck

The Okanagan Hockey Academy (OHA) is pleased to announce that Sam Smith has committed to the Bismarck Bobcats of the North American Hockey League. Sam is from Cardiff, UK... [full story]

June 10, 2009

Oakes Named Executive of the Year

Alberni Valley Bulldogs’ President and Governor Andy Oakes has been named the British Columbia... [full story]

June 9, 2009

Eagles Sign Primeau

  Summerland Sting forward Josh Primeau has signed with the Surrey Eagles of the BCHL. The 6’4” 190 lb Primeau put up 27 points in 50 games for the Sting. Josh brings... [full story]

June 5, 2009

Alberni Valley Bulldogs Sign Forward Josh Mitchell

Alberni Valley Bulldogs GM/Head Coach Nolan Graham announces the signing of (91) Forward Josh Mitchell.   Josh Mitchell, brother of current... [full story]

June 4, 2009

Okanagan Hockey Academy is Developing Players

The Okanagan Hockey Academy is developing players to compete at next the level. Here are the players that played Junior hockey last season and have commitments to play in... [full story]

May 30, 2009

Nicholishen Listed by Kootenay

OHA Forward Stefan Nicholishen has had his playing rights listed by the Kootenay Ice of the Western Hockey League.  The 6’2, 195 lb Nicholishen scored 6 goals and added... [full story]

May 29, 2009

5 Players Selected to BC Hockey U17 Development Camp

The Okanagan Hockey Academy is proud to announce 5 players being selected to attend the 2009 Under 17 Provincial Development Camp. Jagger Dirk, Luke Fenske, Eric Walker, Brenden Persley... [full story]

May 22, 2009

Alberni Valley Bulldogs Sign Forward Matt Hatch

GM/Head Coach Nolan Graham is excited to announce that (90) Forward Matt Hatch has committed to play for the Alberni Valley Bulldogs for the 2009 – 2010 season.   ... [full story]

May 21, 2009

OHA Alumni Commits to UAF

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs are proud to announce that goaltender Colin Rundell has committed to attend the University of Alaska – Fairbanks to play for their NCAA Division 1 Nanooks next season. ... [full story]

May 15, 2009

Sting Relocate to Penticton

The Okanagan Hockey School Ltd. & Kootenay International Junior Hockey League are proud to announce the relocation of the Summerland Sting. The Sting, after playing four seasons in Summerland will move to Penticton... [full story]

May 14, 2009

Giants List Walker

The Vancouver Giants of the Western Hockey League have listed the rights to OHA defenceman Eric Walker. The 6’, 175 lbs Walker, played in 48 games this season, scoring twice and adding ten assists. The Castlegar,... [full story]

May 14, 2009

Bulldogs Add Assistant GM/Assistant Coach

  The Alberni Valley Bulldogs announce the hiring of Bryan Vines as Assistant General Manager/Assistant Coach of the Alberni Valley Bulldogs. ... [full story]

May 13, 2009

Dirk Selected in USHL Futures Draft

  OHA Defenseman Jagger Dirk was selected by the Chicago Steel of the USHL. Chicago, which plays out of the East Division of the USHL, drafted Dirk in the 5th... [full story]

May 13, 2009

OHA Alumni Selected in USHL Draft

  Sahir Gill has been selected by the Chicago Steel in the USHL Entry Draft in the 5th round. This accomplishment caps... [full story]

May 10, 2009

Alumni Win National Championship

James Kerr and Sahir Gill have helped the Vernon Vipers capture the Royal Bank Cup as the 2009 Junior A National Champions. The Vipers were a perfect 6-0 throughout the tournament, defeating the Central... [full story]

May 5, 2009

Cetnarowski Goes to NCAA

The Tulsa Rampage are pleased to announce that RJ Cetnarowski will advance to the NCAA in the upcoming season.  Cetnarowski, who was traded to the Rampage in early February, will join the Concordia College Cobbers... [full story]

April 23, 2009

Alumni Win Doyle Cup

Two OHA Alumni, Sahir Gill and James Kerr, helped the Vernon Vipers sweep the Grande Prairie Storm to capture the 2009 Doyle Cup as the Champions of the Alberta Junior Hockey League vs the British Columbia Hockey League.... [full story]

April 21, 2009

Bulldog Wins National Scholarship

Alberni Valley Bulldog’s defenceman, Kevin Ross, has added a few more awards to his growing collection of accolades. Ross was awarded the 2009 Hockey Canada RBC National Scholarship ($5,000), as well as the... [full story]

April 16, 2009

Alumni Wins Award

April 16, 2009

Former Play Captures Superior International League

  Joel Langevin, a former OHA player, and his Fort William North Stars, have captured the Superior International Junior Hockey League. The 6’ Langevin contributed 6 goals... [full story]

April 15, 2009

Gill Named Player of The Week

Sahir Gill, a former Okanagan Hockey Academy player and current Vernon Viper, was named the BCHL player of the week. Sahir had a strong week, scoring twice including the game winner... [full story]

April 14, 2009

Alumni Win BCHL Championship

Sahir Gill and James Kerr, have helped the Vernon Vipers win the British Columbia Hockey League Championship. With a 2-1 win over the Powell River Kings, the Vipers won the Fred Page Cup, winning the... [full story]

April 9, 2009

Gill Scores OT Winner

Vernon Vipers forward, Sahir Gill, has helped put the Vipers in the drivers seat with his overtime goal in game 4 of the BCHL championship series. Vernon now holds a 3-1 lead over the Powell River Kings in the best of... [full story]

April 6, 2009

BCHL Leads West in NCAA Commitments

The British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) has more college commitments than the Alberta, Saskatchewan and the Manitoba Junior A leagues combined. The BCHL is sitting at 82 compared to the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL)... [full story]

March 27, 2009

OHA Players Help Less Fortunate

Two Okanagan Hockey Academy Players, Chris Kerr and Kenny Whitford, have travelled to Mexico to help provide assistance for people in need. The two players are helping a family in... [full story]

March 24, 2009

OHA Alumni Wins ECAC Championship

  Former Okanagan Hockey Academy player Kevin Richardson and his Nichols College Bison, won the ECAC-NE Championship and a place in the NCAA Division III National Championship... [full story]

March 13, 2009

OHA Travels To Calgary

The OHA Hitmen travelled to Calgary on the weekend to play a trio of games with Edge Academy out of Calgary.   Friday, March 6: ... [full story]

March 6, 2009

Bulldogs Hire Coach and General Manager

The Alberni Valley Bulldogs have signed Nolan Graham to a three year contract as their new GM/Head Coach. Graham joins the Bulldogs organization after 3 years of being the Assistant Coach for the Nanaimo Clippers. In his... [full story]

March 1, 2009

OHA Alumni Commits to NCAA

Former OHA goaltender, Matt Turner, has committed to attend Lebanon Valley College next season and play for the Flying Dutchmen. Turner suited up for OHA from 2005-2007 before joining the Washington Junior Nationals... [full story]

February 24, 2009

OHA Major Midgets Play 3 Games

The Okanagan Hockey Academy played 3 games over the weekend against the Pursuit of Excellence based in Kelowna. ... [full story]

February 23, 2009

Bulldogs Not Renewing Coach's Contract

  Alberni Valley Bulldogs President Andy Oakes has announced that the organization will not be renewing Bryant Perrier’s contract for the 2009 – 2010 season.  ... [full story]

February 22, 2009

AAA2 Win Pair of Games

The Hitmen would come into the weekend eager to prove that there strong play of late is something that is now a consistent part of who they are with games against Kelowna U16 and Pursuit of Excellence. ... [full story]

February 18, 2009

OHA Travels to Calgary

The Okanagan Hockey Academy major midget team travelled to Calgary over the weekend to play 2 games versus the Edge. ... [full story]

February 16, 2009

3 Former OHA Players lead their Teams in Goals

  Luke Walker, Mitch MacMillan and Dustin Johnson have 3 things in common. All 3 of them are former OHA alumni, currently lead their respective teams in goals scored this season... [full story]

February 16, 2009

Former OHA Alumni in a Select Group

Former OHA alumni players Sahir Gill and Mitch Chapman are in a select group of only ten 16 year old players competing this season at the BCHL level. ... [full story]

February 11, 2009

OHA Alumni Scores First WHL Hat Trick

Former Okanagan Hockey Academy student, Luke Walker, scored his first career WHL hat trick Tuesday night to pace the Portland Winter Hawks to a 5-1 win over the Prince George Cougars. Walker, a student for the 2006-2007... [full story]

February 11, 2009

OHA 2 Take on POE

  AAA2 Hitmen went to Winfield to take on Pursuit of Excellence on Sunday   Sunday, February... [full story]

February 4, 2009

OHA AAA2 Head to Portland

The OHA Hitmen went down to Portland to compete in a 3  game series against their U18 and U16 hockey teams.   Saturday, January... [full story]

January 27, 2009

OHA Competes at University of North Dakota Tournament

  The Okanagan Hockey Academy travelled to Grand Forks North Dakota to compete in their U-18 midget tournament. Some of the top... [full story]

January 23, 2009

Former OHA Players Dominate Scoresheet

   The Alberni Valley Bulldogs played host to the Merritt Centennials Thursday night at Weyerhaeuser Arena in Port Alberni. Thursday night’s match-up featured 5 former... [full story]

January 19, 2009

AAA2 Play Vernon

Saturday, January 17:  OHA 3 VER 3 Final.   The Hitmen came out very hard in the first period of the weekend as they would... [full story]

January 14, 2009

AAA1 Compete in Vernon Tournament

The AAA1 team competed in the Vernon Tournament this past weekend, and had some rust to still work off their game. In game 1, OHA dropped a 3-1 decision to Coquitlam, despite putting... [full story]

January 14, 2009

AAA2 Weekend Update

This weekend the OHA Hitmen hosted the Pursuit of Excellence midget team as well as the Penticton midget AAA hockey team.  Saturday, OHA took on POE team 2 (tier 1).  The... [full story]

January 12, 2009

OHA Major Midgets Compete at Tim Hortons Tournament

  The Okanagan Hockey Academy competed at the 30th annual Tim Horton’s Elite Midget Tournament over the past... [full story]

January 7, 2009

2009-2010 Coaching Staff Announced

  The Okanagan Hockey Academy is pleased to announce the return of all Head Coaches for the 2009-2010 season. Alan Kerr, Vice-President... [full story]

January 6, 2009

Former OHA Staff Wins Gold Medal

Former Okanagan Hockey Academy Athletic Therapist, Jeff Thorburn, was a member of Team Canada’s gold medal winning team at the 2009 World Junior Championship. Thorburn spent... [full story]

January 4, 2009

Sting Drop Pair

The Summerland Sting returned from their Christmas break for a home and home series with the Princeton Posse. Saturday night saw the Sting travel to Princeton to take on the Posse... [full story]

January 4, 2009

OHA Alumni Competes in World Under 17 Challenge

 The Okanagan Hockey Academy would like to congratulate former OHA player Mitch Chapman on capturing a silver medal playing for Team Pacific at the World Under 17 Challenge in Port Alberni, BC. Team Pacific... [full story]

December 22, 2008

MacMillan Named Player of the Week

Former OHA player Mitch MacMillan has been named the BCHL player of the week for his performance in the last week prior to the Christmas break. The Alberni Valley Bulldogs forward,... [full story]

December 19, 2008

AAA2 Weekend Recap

Saturday, December 13 vs. Kelowna U16. Played Kelowna U16, who previously beat us 8 – 2.  Came out hard but could not capitalize.  Remained scoreless after 1... [full story]

December 16, 2008

OHA Major Midgets Take on Edge School

The OHA major midgets played 3 games against the Edge Varsity team over the weekend. On Friday night the Edge came out firing on all cylinders and took control of the game... [full story]

December 15, 2008

O'Leary Named Head Coach

Andy Oakes, President of the Okanagan Hockey School and Elias Vorlicek, Director of Hockey Operations Okanagan Hockey School Europe (OHSE), are pleased to announce the hiring of Jason O'Leary... [full story]

December 3, 2008

Former OHA Player Officially Accepted to Princeton

  Former Okanagan Hockey Academy player James Kerr has been officially accepted into Princeton... [full story]

December 3, 2008

OHA Dallas Tournament

  The OHA major midget team travelled to Dallas, Texas last week to participate in a 10 team tournament. ... [full story]

November 24, 2008

OHA Major Midgets Split With POE

  The two academies played a home and home pair of games on the weekend with mixed results. The Pursuit of Excellence is a private... [full story]

November 21, 2008

89% of Academy Students Make Honor Roll

The Okanagan Hockey Academy is pleased to announce that 89% of our student athletes have made the honor roll. This surpasses the previous record of 83% of students, set last season. OHA would like to thank the... [full story]

November 21, 2008

Kolodychuk Scores 1580

Pen High and the Okanagan Hockey Academy are very proud to congratulate Nick Kolodychuk on the results of his SAT exam. The veteran defenceman for the Summerland Sting scored a 1580 out of a possible 1600, putting... [full story]

November 19, 2008

Keith Credits McLaughlin

Chicago Blackhawks All-Star Defenceman, Duncan Keith, recently credited Rob McLaughlin for helping him to achieve his goal of playing in the NHL. To read the full story please Click... [full story]

October 22, 2008

James Kerr Selected to Play in 2008 World Junior A Championships

James Kerr, a former Okanagan Hockey Academy player, currently with the Alberni Valley Bulldogs of the BCHL, has been selected to play for Canada West in the upcoming... [full story]

October 16, 2008

OHA Alumni Off to Strong Start

Former Okanagan Hockey Academy player, Taylor Krechel, is off to a strong start with the Lake Superior State University Lakers. Krechel, a 4 year player at the Okanagan... [full story]

October 15, 2008

OHA Meets Stiff Competition in Salt Lake City

The Academy travelled to Salt Lake City for a total of 4 games over the weekend. The teams were made up primarily of 1990 and 1991 players, with each team having at least... [full story]

October 5, 2008

Sting Split Road Trip

The Summerland Sting were on the road this weekend, taking on the Kamloops Storm Friday night, and the Revelstoke Grizzlies Saturday. On Friday, the Storm... [full story]

 

News
February 4, 2010

Alumni Named Atlantic Hockey Goalie of the Week

OHA Alumni Steven Legatto was named the Atlantic Hockey Association’s Goalie of the Month for January... [full story]

January 22, 2010

Tyler Love Signs With Blues

OHA Goaltending Coach, Tyler Love, has been named the St. Louis Blue’s Goaltending Consultant. Love, a co-founder of World Pro Goaltending, joined OHA this past season. Tyler has worked with... [full story]

January 19, 2010

Persley Joins Chilliwack Bruins

The Okanagan Hockey Academy is proud to announce the signing of Brendan Persley by the Chilliwack Bruins of the Western Hockey League. A fierce competitor, Brendan brings a combination... [full story]

January 18, 2010

Junior Varsity Weekend Recap

January 14, 2010 vs. Banff Result: 3-3 Tie OHA started their weekend swing through Calgary with a hard fought game against Banff Academy. Sasha Hahn got OHA on the board when... [full story]

January 18, 2010

Varsity Weekend Recap

January 17, 2010 vs. Salmon Arm Result: 6-3 Win Steven Killey lead the way with two goals as OHA downed Salmon Arm. Killey opened the scoring in the first for OHA, on... [full story]