Author: Ysabel Mano

The Mariners Hockey Club is happy to announce the signing of SJHL veteran forward Aidan Bangs going into the 2023-24 season. The Calgary, AB product played 117 games with the Kindersley Klippers where he registered 40 points.

Aiden Bangs VIU Commitment

Aiden Bangs, 2023 VIU MARINERS HOCKEY

On the signing, Aidan had this to say:

“I’ve always wanted to live in BC, so (when) Andrew reached out about the opportunity to come out and join a winning culture with goals of advancing the program and start my post-secondary experience and enjoy the ocean air, it was an easy decision. I am very excited to get things going!”

The VIU Mariners Hockey Club has announced that they will be bringing in veteran coach Dave Johnston as the new head coach for the 2023-2024 BCIHL Season. Dave brings in years of experience at both the Junior A and Junior B level, most recently with the Nanaimo Buccaneers but also previously with the Nanaimo Clippers, Oceanside Generals, Fort St. John Academy, and the U18 AAA Silvertips.

Dave Johnston Head Coach Announcement

Dave Johnston

Dave is very excited to join the club. “I am extremely excited to be joining the VIU Mariners Hockey Club.” Says Dave, “I am looking forward to working with GM Andrew Riddell and the rest of our incredible board as we all work hard to bring our City and our School a league Championship.”

This is the first of many announcements leading up to the 23-24 season. Stay tuned for more

The Mariners are proud to announce the commitment of 03-born Davis Sato for the 2024-25 season. The Richmond forward spent his last 3 seasons in the SJHL with the Notre Dame Hounds, posting 39 Points (17G, 22A) in 108 games played.

Mariners sign Davis Sato

On the signing, Mariners GM Andrew Riddell had this to say:

“From the beginning of the recruiting process this year I was focused on powerful skaters. Without question Davis is just that and more. He brings an elite skating ability, paired with a terrific 200 foot game, high hockey IQ, and great offensive skill. Mariners fans can look forward to watching Davis use his speed to beat defenders and his front 200 foot game to shut down the other teams offensive weapons. We couldn’t be happier Davis chose to attend VIU to begin his education and continue his hockey career.”

Be on the lookout for more exciting Mariners news in the coming weeks, with more announcements on the way!