Dias Commits To University Of Saskatchewan

The Merritt Centennials are proud to announce that starting goaltender Josh Dias has committed to the University of Saskatchewan Huskies (USPORTS) for the 2021-22 season. A native of Surrey, BC, Dias will bring his full compliment of goaltending skills to his next destination. In this years pod season, Dias was the last line of defense […]

Centennials Awards 2020-21

The Merritt Centennials went through a wild 2020-21 campaign that couldn’t have been possible without the dedication and support of their fans, sponsors, billet families, volunteers and parent group. The Cents would like to thank you all for your continued support throughout a difficult season for all involved. There were many positives throughout the season […]

PTC Preview: Cents Vs Chiefs – Apr. 23

The Merritt Centennials (2-8) get set to take on the Chilliwack Chiefs (7-4) as they begin the 2nd half of their pod season. Last Monday saw the Merritt Centennials still waiting to X the hex, as they played their strongest game against the Spruce Kings but left a little on the table in a 4-3 […]

RECAP: Cents Save Their Best For Last

The Merritt Centennials finished their preseason with a win against the Cranbrook Bucks after a complete game effort from the net out led to a 4-2 victory. Early on it was goaltender Josh Dias leading the way as the Cranbrook Bucks were keeping the pressure on and firing everything on net. The Cents did a […]

RECAP: Cents Penalties Prevent Comeback

The Merritt Centennials found themselves in the hockey game after 40 minutes of play thanks to some great goaltending from Josh Dias, but after coming into the period down a goal, they ended with a 5-0 final. There was no road rust to speak of for the Trail Smoke Eaters as they came into the […]

Recap: Familiar Faces Help Spruce Kings To Win

The Merritt Centennials opened their exhibition schedule on Saturday night against the Spruce Kings and were unable to get the offense going, coming up with a 4-1 defeat. It took a while for the teams to find their footing in the first period as both teams were playing their first competitive games since early March […]

TRADE ALERT: Cents Acquire Goaltender Dias For Nameth

The Merritt Centennials have acquired goaltender Josh Dias (00) from the Lloydminster Bobcats of the AJHL in exchange for forward Chase Nameth (00). Dias, a Surrey, BC native, shouldered a heavy work load with the Bobcats getting into 42 games, sporting a record of 8-30-3 with a 3.77 GAA and a .900 SV%. The Bobcats […]