The Smithers Steelheads are gearing up to start the 2025/26 Central Interior Hockey League season.
The team ended last season in sixth place of the eight teams, and last out of the six teams in the playoffs.
“It’s going to be hard for us to compete and say we will beat one of the [top] four teams every game but hopefully we can get the odd win against them,” said Head Coach Dave Tucker.
He added players are excited to start the new season and with several returning from the previous season.
“Every year, guys come and go so you’ll see some new faces through the year and some you’ll know from last year,” Tucker said.
Last year was the first one Tucker coached for the Steelheads and hopes to use what he’s learned in that time to continue improving the team.
The team’s first game is September 20th in Hazelton against the Wolverines.
It’s first home game is set for October 10th against the Quesnel Kangaroos.
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