Richmond/South Delta Minor Ball Hockey Association enjoyed plenty of success on the provincial and national stage to conclude a productive 2015 season.
For the first time, the organization hosted the provincial championships at the Richmond Ice Centre and Minoru Arenas. The four-day event took a tremendous amount of planning and plenty of volunteers who stepped up to ensure the tournament was a big hit.
On the floor, the hosts also reached the podium in three divisions. The Bruins captured the Junior 1 title, while the Islanders earned silver in the Minor 1 Division. Rounding out the medalists were the Vipers securing bronze in the Pup 2 Division.
With the provincials wrapped up, four RSDMBHA were selected to play for B.C. teams at the Canadian Junior Ball Hockey Championships — July 30-Aug. 2 in St. Johns, Newfoundland.
Daniel Judkowicz and Thomas Van Veenendal helped the West Coast Wolverines capture gold in the U15 Division with a 4-2 win over the Edmonton Extreme in the championship game.
Both players are also candidates to be selected for U16 Team Canada which will be participating in next summer’s World Junior Championships in Sheffield, England.
Meanwhile Ryan Smith suited up for the U19 B.C. Express and Dylan Iwaschuk played for the U17 Blue Thunder at nationals. Both of those teams came away with bronze medals.
For more information on the Richmond/South Delta Ball Minor Ball Hockey Association visit rbha.ca
