March 31, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: After an in-depth analysis the Merritt Centennials Board of Directors have made the very difficult decision to cease operations at the end of this season and withdraw from the BCHL. The Board members past and present have worked extremely hard to maintain 51 continuous years of operation in the […]
Last week the Merritt Centennials were at Walmart to help the community support local children in need for Christmas. Alongside the efforts of the Nicola Valley Food Bank, the team was able to help make sure everyone will enjoy a gift this holiday season. Throughout the day, local shoppers selected ornaments with each child’s age […]
The Merritt Centennials did the incredible on the night of Saturday, December 16th, by stunning second-place in the coastal division Nanaimo Clippers 3-2 at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. The Centennials put up a phenomenal performance before their home fans to halt the Clippers’ five-game winning spree and put an end to their four consecutive […]
With two wins and as many losses this season, Friday’s (December 1) game was good enough a motivation for the Merritt Centennials to go one-up over West Kelowna Warriors when they clashed at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena. However, what turned out to be was an identical game for both teams as when they last […]
We are excited to announce Forward Micheal Felsing’s commitment to play NCAA division 1 hockey at Robert Morris University for the 2024/25 season. “Michael has earned this scholarship with his work ethic, determination and consistent play. We are proud to announce that Michael has committed to RMU to continue his Scholastic and Hockey career.” – […]
Short notice for this one, but mark your schedules and come join us! The players will be taking part and invite the whole community to Zombify up and march from the NVMA to Save On Foods in search of brains and nonperishable food items for the Nicola Valley Food Bank! Come “Burst the Hearse” with […]
The Merritt Centennials are excited to announce the return of Jaxson Murray. Murray led the Merritt Centennials in goals, assists, and points last season, with 20-23-43 in 52 games played. Jaxson attended the 2023 Washington Capitals Development Camp this July and started the season with the Aberdeen Wings of the NAHL. Welcome back to the […]
The Merritt Centennials are excited to announce the signing of Right Shot, 19 year old Defenseman Sawyer Prokopetz from Wainfleet, Ontario. Sawyer stands 6’5″ 195lbs and is Committed to the University of Omaha-Nebraska. Sawyer comes to the Merritt Centennials from the Omaha Lancers USHL. Sawyer played 46 games with Markham Royals OJHL scoring 4 goals […]
The Merritt Centennials continue to bolster their roster with the addition of Cornell University commit, 19 year old forward Tyler Wishart. Tyler, standing 5’10” 165 lbs, played his BCHL rookie season in 22-23 with Nanaimo Clippers, dressing up 50 times and earning 17 points. Tyler will be on the IR for the next 3 weeks […]
Merritt Centennials are pleased to acquire 18 year old forward Cullen Emery. Cullen stands 5’10” 181 lbs from Los Angeles, CA. The Centennials acquire Cullen Emery from the Victoria Grizzlies for future considerations. “Cullen is a good skating forward that can play wing or centre, a well rounded player that can make plays with his […]
