Category: 2017-18 Season

Join us Saturday Dec 1 @ 7:00 PM for Telus Game Night

You will not want to miss our game on Dec 1 @ 7:00 PM the Gens would like to welcome our Gold Sponsor for TELUS Game Night.  The Oceanside Generals host the Nanaimo Buccaneers.  Telus will be holding 3 Draws for Gift Bags, one during the first period, and two during the 2nd period.  Telus will also have 2 more free Draws the first draw will be for a Team Canada Jersey worth $160, the second draw will be a World Juniors Hockey Gift Basket which will include Team Canada Hat/Toque, Duffle Bag, snacks and a TV worth $750.  #weareallgenerals

Welcome Courtney Lyall – Trainer

The Oceanside Generals would like to welcome Courtney Lyall to our team. She jumped in to her new role as the team trainer Saturday night. She has recently relocated to the Parksville area from Calgary.   Courtney graduated from the University of Calgary in 2014 with a Bachelor of Kinesiology.  Since graduating Courtney has been working as a Kinesiologist for the past 4 years working with athletes, as well as patients with concussions.

Head Coach Annoncment – Welcome Dan Lemmon

The Oceanside Generals organization is excited to announce the hiring of our new Head coach, Dan Lemmon.

Dan has a thorough hockey background coaching multiple season in the VIJHL both in Oceanside and Nanaimo.  During his most recent season in 2016-2017 he has named the VIJHL Coach of the Year.  As well, Dan spent 3 seasons behind the bench of the BCMML North Island Silvertips both as an Assistant Coach and Head Coach.

Dan is a former Oceanside Generals Player have played in 3 seasons with the Generals from 2002-2005.  During his final season as a General, at the age of 18, Dan was named team captain and defenceman of the year.  His hockey career progressed in 2005 – 2006 when he joined the BCHL Cowichan Capitals.  Dan was named defencemen of the year in both seasons he played for the Capitals.

Dan is know for his up-tempo coaching style, valuing hard working players and developing a team that will compete night in and night out.  When we spoke with come of Dan’s former player, it quickly became clear that Dan is a player’s coach.  Many of his players describe Dan as their favorite Coach and loved to play for him.  He has a proven track record of graduating players to the next level and beyond.

Dan’s extensive hockey connections throughout North America will help attract and recruit players to the Generals organization.  His hockey contacts spread from the junior level into the professional level including the NHL.

The Oceanside Generals would like to welcome Dan to the Gens Family!

 

 

Generals Add Promising Young Defenceman

The Quality Foods Oceanside Generals are proud to announce the commitment of defenceman Tanner Hamilton.

The 2001 Langley-born native has been on the Generals radar for awhile now according to Head Coach and General Manager Jesse Hammill.

“Tanner reads the game very well. He gets in the right lanes and his first pass is very good. He has a heavy, accurate shot from the point and is a born leader,” said Hammill.

Hamilton took part at this past weekends Spring Camp.

“I like to consider myself a defensive defenceman who makes smart plays at either end of the ice,” said Hamilton.

“I thought he got stronger and more comfortable as the camp went on. He really showed his leadership and coachable characteristics,” added Hammill.

Last season Hamilton played 29 games with the Delta Hockey Academy Midget Varsity Team. He collected 14 points, including 2 goals and 14 assists. Hamilton also played 3 games with the Midget Prep Team at Delta, notching 1 goal.

“Everything about the Generals seemed to be a perfect fit, both scholastically and athletically. It seems like an amazing program that helps you to develop as a better person and player,” notes Hamilton.

Welcome to the Generals Tanner! See you at main camp in August.

Kyle Ireland wins “VIJHL Broadcaster of the Year”

The Oceanside Generals want to give a huge Congratulations to Kyle Ireland as the recipient of the VIJHL “Broadcaster of the Year” award this season. Kyle loves our game and it shows in his commitment to the Players and Fans. All of you that follow the Generals can attest to his great work not only on Hockey TV but also on 88.5 The Beach as he covers all our home and road games. We appreciate your hard work, dedication and time you commit to all of us Kyle. #classact#weareallgenerals #yeahbaby

Generals Partner with HeadCheck Health for the 2017-2018 season

The Quality Foods Oceanside Generals are proud to announce their partnership with HeadCheck Health for the 2017-2018 season.

HeadCheck Health provides its users with multi-device software to help teams perform their current concussion protocol and implement the latest and best standardized concussion testing.  “Our organization is really excited to have the opportunity to work with HeadCheck Health this season.” says team president Gerry Bickerton “We are the first team in the VIJHL to start using this technology and we believe this platform will help provide our training staff with the ability to diagnose and ultimately protect our players better with regards to concussions.”

HeadCheck Health has recently signed an agreement with the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL) to provide their services to all of their teams.  BCHL teams began using HeadCheck Health’s technology at their recent Showcase games in Chilliwack.

“We’re excited to work alongside the Oceanside Generals this season to implement a high-quality standardized concussion protocol.” stated Harrison Brown, CEO of HeadCheck Health.  “This type of partnership reflects the high-level and proactive nature of the Generals, and we look forward to making the game safer for their players and community.”

Season Home Opener Saturday Night

“The Quality Foods Oceanside Generals hope you join us for the VIJHL Home Opener this Saturday Night at the Howie Meeker Arena in Oceanside Place when we host our North Division Rivals, the Comox Valley Glacier Kings. Puck Drop is 7PM but get there early as we expect a big crowd. We are pleased to announce that we have dropped our Ticket Prices this season and a Regular Adult Ticket is only 8$. Seniors and Students are 5$ and Kids under 6 are FREE ! We have also added a family pass for $15. If you bring your QF Card in to be Scanned, you will get in for FREE!.” (1 admission per card).  #gogens # weareallgenerals #ourplayersplay