Junior hockey: Warriors win in overtime, Vees lead series 2-0 – Okanagan

In an exciting weekend of junior hockey action in the Okanagan and surrounding areas, the West Kelowna Warriors and the Salmon Arm Silverbacks battled it out in a thrilling matchup that ended in overtime. The Warriors managed to even up the series with a 5-4 victory over the Silverbacks.

The game started with an early goal from Salmon Arm just 25 seconds into the match, but the Warriors fought back with a strong second period, taking a 3-2 lead. The game remained close throughout, with both teams exchanging goals in the final frame. In overtime, it was Warriors forward Carter Oakenfold who scored the game-winning goal, securing the victory for his team.

Meanwhile, the Penticton Vees continued their dominance on home ice, defeating the Vernon Vipers 3-1 to take a 2-0 series lead. The Vees outshot the Vipers 44-21 and capitalized on their opportunities to secure the win.

With the series shifting back to Salmon Arm and Vernon for Games 3 and 4, hockey fans can expect more intense matchups in the coming days. Other results from Saturday’s games include Sherwood Park defeating Blackfalds 6-4, Okotoks beating Brooks 5-2, Alberni Valley besting Chilliwack 3-1, and Surrey tying the series with Victoria after a 4-1 win.

Stay tuned for more junior hockey action in the Okanagan and surrounding areas as the playoffs continue to heat up.