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The Grizzlies finished the 20-game pandemic season at 14-6 and celebrated with the obligatory champions’ group picture at centre ice. Shortened season or not, the players were not going to be denied that moment.
The second-place Bulldogs (10-5-4) have a game remaining, tonight against the Nanaimo Clippers (8-11), but can’t catch the Grizzlies. The Cowichan Valley Capitals finished at 7-11-2. There are no playoffs.
“I told the players to enjoy this and to appreciate it and that nobody can take it away from them,” said Grizzlies GM and head coach Craig Didmon.
“It was a tough season, considering the circumstances, but they stuck to it. They wanted this and deserved it. We had a strong team and deserved the outcome we got. It’s a testament to the players’ dedication and commitment. It’s an especially incredible moment for our six graduating 20-year-olds.”
The Victoria Grizzlies kept on rolling Monday night at Weyerhaeuser Arena in Port Alberni.
The Grizzlies won their sixth consecutive B.C. Hockey League game with a 5-1 victory over the Cowichan Valley Capitals. Connor Eddy scored twice and Eddie Yan, Desmond Arthurs and Colby Joseph once each for the Grizzlies as they moved to 8-2 in the standings. Max Bulawka replied as the Capitals fell to 2-7-1. article continues below