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Chan’s First PWHL Goal Lifts Vancouver Goldeneyes Past Ottawa Charge at the Coliseum
A few months back, Katie Chan was grinding through a season overseas. Last night, she was literally flying through the air at Pacific Coliseum and writing her name into Vancouver hockey history.
The Richmond native scored her first PWHL goal in front of a loud hometown crowd, helping the Vancouver Goldeneyes edge the Ottawa Charge 2–1 on December 16.
Midway through the first period, Hannah Miller ripped a shot from the circle that Ottawa goalie Gwyneth Philips kicked out. The rebound popped loose at the side of the net. Chan reacted fast, batting the puck out of mid-air and in. Game on. Vancouver led 1–0 just under eight minutes in.
The reaction hit her all at once. She later said the moment went blurry as the building erupted. First goal. First shot. At home. Hard to script it better.
Vancouver doubled the lead early in the second period, and once again it came from a local. Surrey’s Jenn Gardiner stripped the puck in the neutral zone, broke in alone, fought off a defender, and snapped a shot off the bar and down. Her second of the season made it 2–0.
Ottawa pushed back hard. Shots piled up and pressure followed, yet Kristen Campbell stood tall. The Goldeneyes goalie stopped 33 shots and locked down her first win in a Vancouver jersey. The biggest save came midway through the third on a short-handed breakaway. Rory Guilday got in clean. Campbell slid across and caught the shot off her shoulder.
Ottawa finally broke through late in the third. Anna Shokhina shoveled home a loose puck from the top of the crease with just under six minutes left. The Charge kept coming, throwing everything they had toward the net. Campbell held firm through the final horn.
The win pushed Vancouver to 3-3 on the season and made league history. The Goldeneyes became the first PWHL team to win their first three home games in an inaugural season.
Ottawa left Vancouver with its third straight loss. Head coach Carla MacLeod said the margin in this league stays thin. This one swung Vancouver’s way.
The Goldeneyes now turn their focus to Saturday, when Montreal visits Pacific Coliseum. Ottawa continues its road swing in Seattle.
For one night, the story stayed simple: a local kid scored, a goalie shut the door, and Vancouver fans went home happy.
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Vancouver Rise FC Reveal 2026 “After Dark” Home Kit
Vancouver Rise FC has revealed its new “After Dark” home kit for the 2026 Northern Super League season, pulling inspiration straight from the natural setting that surrounds its home at Swangard Stadium.
The design pays tribute to Central Park in Burnaby, with visuals that reflect the quiet, layered beauty of the park at night. Tree silhouettes stretch across the kit, creating a sense of depth and movement—meant to mirror the experience of looking up through the canopy after dark.
The club says the concept ties closely to its motto, “Stronger by Nature,” grounding the team’s identity in the environment that surrounds it. The design blends all crest colours with added tones that bring warmth and balance, giving the kit a look that feels both rooted and refined. Paired with classic shorts and socks, it leans into tradition while still telling a clear local story.
A key detail returns on both the After Dark kit and the club’s secondary “Sunshine Kit” for 2026. A Gold Pointed Star sits on the left sleeve, marking Vancouver Rise FC as the inaugural champions of the Northern Super League. The patch represents the league’s top honour and signals the club’s early place in its history.
Burnaby Mayor Mike Hurley praised the design and its connection to the community, pointing to the pride residents have in their parks and green spaces. He added that seeing Central Park reflected in the team’s identity makes the return to Swangard Stadium for the new season feel even more meaningful.
The After Dark kit leans heavily into place and atmosphere. It’s less about flash and more about identity—something that feels tied to where the team plays and who shows up for them.
Pre-orders for both the After Dark and Sunshine kits are now available through the club’s official store, with options for delivery or in-stadium pickup.
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2026 Stars On Ice Announces Olympic Bronze Medallists Piper Gilles and Paul Poirierat in Vancouver
Canadian figure skating fans are getting a rare post-Olympic victory lap moment this spring.
Fresh off the 2026 Winter Olympics, the country’s top skaters are heading out on the 2026 edition of Stars on Ice, with a stop in Vancouver set for May 12 at Rogers Arena.
Leading the lineup are Olympic bronze medallists Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier. Their free dance this season, inspired by The Starry Night, helped secure their first Olympic podium and quickly became one of the most talked-about programs of the Games.
They’ll be joined by a stacked group of Canadian talent, including world champions Deanna Stellato-Dudek and Maxime Deschamps. Also on the bill: four-time national champion Madeline Schizas, and rising pair team Lia Pereira and Trennt Michaud, who recently picked up medals on the world stage.
The tour leans heavily into nostalgia too. Canadian icon Elvis Stojko returns as a central figure, still known for the kind of power and speed that made him a standout in the ’90s. Kaetlyn Osmond, one of the country’s most decorated skaters with Olympic gold, silver, and bronze to her name, is back as well.
Rounding out the cast are fan favourites Keegan Messing and Roman Sadovsky, with Sadovsky making his Stars on Ice debut. For the Vancouver show, guest performers Marie-Jade Lauriault and Romain Le Gac will join the lineup.
Behind the scenes, Kurt Browning returns as director and choreographer. His work has shaped the tour for years, blending technical skating with a more theatrical style that plays well in an arena setting.
The Vancouver stop is set for 7:00 p.m., with tickets already on sale through the usual outlets. Prices start at $35, with premium on-ice seating and group options available. More information on the Stars On Ice website.