Trail, British Columbia (March 11, 2026) — The Trail Smoke Eaters are pleased to announce the signing of defenceman Wade Gallamore for the upcoming season. Gallamore, a Fruitvale, BC product, returns to the West Kootenay after developing at the U18 level with Okanagan Hockey Academy. The 2008-born blueliner has earned recognition for his offensive ability […]
Trail, British Columbia (February 5, 2026) — The Trail Smoke Eaters are pleased to announce the signing of Tristan Kriech for the 2026/27 season. Kriech, a 6’5″ forward, brings a combination of size, high compete level, and hockey sense that projects well to the next level. Most recently with Elk River High, Kriech reached a […]
Trail, British Columbia (January 29, 2026) — The Trail Smoke Eaters are excited to announce the signing of forward Alex Ostrovskyy for the 2026-27 season. Standing 5’10″ and shooting left, Ostrovskyy brings a competitive edge and offensive skill to the Smoke Eaters lineup. Last season with STAR Hockey Academy U17 Prep, he posted 24 goals […]
Trail, British Columbia (January 21, 2026) – The Trail Smoke Eaters would like to announce the signing of Sylvester Adolfsson. Adolfsson is a 6’0″, 181-pound left shot defenceman from Stockholm, Sweden and was most recently playing with Lovell Academy Blue 18U AAA in the PPHL 18U Division. This season — including the EP Cup Series […]
Isaac Fecteau is the new captain of the Trail Smoke Eaters. The 20-year-old defenseman led by example during the 2024-25 season. In addition to being a vocal and positive influence in the dressing room, Fecteau was a warrior on the ice as one of the team leaders in shots blocked and a furious force in […]
Trail, British Columbia (August 25, 2025) – Trail Smoke Eaters Sign 2005-Born Goaltender Cooper Michaluk The Trail Smoke Eaters are thrilled to announce the signing of 2005-born goaltender Cooper Michaluk. Originally from Sherwood Park, Alberta, Michaluk brings athleticism, experience, and a winning mindset to the crease, and is expected to make an immediate impact for […]
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Trail Smoke Eaters Announce Groundbreaking Partnership with 49ing, Becoming First BCHL Team to Join Platform Trail, British Columbia (August 5, 2025) — The Trail Smoke Eaters are proud to announce a landmark partnership with 49ing, a Swiss-based leader in AI-driven hockey analytics. 49ing provides cutting-edge sports technology and fan engagement platform. This […]
Trail, British Columbia (July 25, 2025) – The Trail Smoke Eaters are proud to announce the signing of Jared Miskiw. Miskiw, from Surrey, BC is a 6’1″ right shot defenceman and played with the U18 AAA Valley West Giants in the BCEHL. Jared played 30 games this past year he produced 12 goals & 26 […]
Trail, British Columbia (July 25, 2025) – The Trail Smoke Eaters are proud to announce the signing of Ryan Oothoudt. Oothoudt is a 2007-born 6’2″ right shot forward from Little Falls, Minnesota and played last season at Little Falls High School and Minnesota Voyageurs 18U. In 42 games this past season, Ryan scored 37 goals […]
The BCHL has announced the five winners of the BCHL Scholarship Program, supported by Rogers, for the 2024-25 season. After gathering submissions throughout the season, the league’s selection committee has chosen five players who will receive a $2,000 scholarship. This program is designed to provide graduating BCHL players with financial support for the next step of their […]
