2007 - 2008 Season

Billet Families Needed

Tuesday, July 08, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires are in need of Billet Families for the upcoming Hockey Season. If your interested and for more information contact Shelley England at 250-747-2590.

BRIAN KOZAK NEW MILLIONAIRES ASSISTANT COACH

Monday, July 07, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires would like to welcome back Brian Kozak to the organization. Brian will be assuming the role of the Assistant Coach with the Millionaires next season. When asked about the changes, Tom Bohmer replied, "With Wes leaving our organization to pursue a career outside of hockey it presented an opportunity to hire an experienced coach that was in our own backyard. I have known Brian for a few years and his professionalism, dedication, and work ethic, will compliment our organization."

Wes Rypien will be staying with the Millionaires and will now head the teams scouting department in Alberta and South Eastern BC.

"Wes was reluctant to move, but the opportunity for him outside of hockey was one he couldn't pass up. Wes was outstanding for our organization and we are glad that he wants to remain in the game and with us in a role that he has the time to do, "said Millionaires
Head Coach Tom Bohmer."

Quesnel Millionaire commits to SAIT Trojans

Thursday, June 26, 2008
Tom Margetak, who played for the Millionaires the past two seasons will join the SAIT Trojans this fall. In two seasons with Quesnel, the tough 6' forward accumulated 21 points and 178 penalty minutes. Margetak, from Blairmore, Alberta previously played with the Sherwood Park Crusaders of the AJHL. Tom is enrolling in SAIT's Academic Foundations Program.

Justin Schultz is the Top Pick from the BCHL Crop at the NHL Draft

Monday, June 23, 2008
Justin Schultz of the Westside Warriors was taken 43rd in the second round of the NHL Entry Draft by the Anaheim Ducks. He was quickly followed by Zac Dalpe of the Penticton Vees at 45, also in the second round heading to the Carolina Hurricanes. A pair of Langley Chiefs were selected next. Derek Grant was taken in Round 4 by Ottawa with the 199th pick. Teammate Taylor Stefishen followed in Round 5 when he was selected by Nashville at 136. The BCHL selections were wrapped up by Toronto taking Grant Hollheiser with the 158th pick in Round 6 followed by the next pick Phoenix taking Brett Hextall at 159. Congratulations to all the players from the BCHL selected in this past weekends NHL Entry Draft held in Ottawa.

Millionaires have traded Tanner Hlookoff

Monday, June 23, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires hockey club transfer the playing rights of Tanner Hlookoff (88)(D) to the Souix Lookout Flyers Hockey Club of the SIJHL for future considerations. The Millionaires would like to thank Tanner for all his hard work and dedication and wish him well in his future endeavours.

Millionaires acquire Forward Adam Grier

Thursday, June 12, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires would like to announce they've acquired Forward Adam Grier (89) from the Spruce Grove Saints of the AJHL as the Future Considerations of the January Trade Deadline deal that sent Curt Morrison and Chad Blanleil to Spruce Grove for Josh Fersovitch. Grier played 13 games with the Merritt Centennials last year, as well as spending time with the Olds Grizzlys of the AJHL. The Millionaires would like to welcome Adam Grier to the organization.

Directors & Billet Families Needed

Friday, June 06, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires held their Annual AGM recently and are still looking for Directors in the following areas: Socials / Player Functions / and Tavern. If you can help out, give Team President Randy England a call at 747-2590.

The team is also looking for player billet families. If your interested, contact Shelley England at 747-2590.

Millionaires sign Forward Mitch Galbraith

Friday, May 30, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires would like to announce the signing of 1990 Forward Mitch Galbraith for the upcoming season. `Mitch proved that he could compete at our level while playing 15 games last season. We are very excited that Mitch decided to play at home and in our program. He is a committed athlete and will play an important role for us this season.' said Coach Bohmer.

When asked about the decision to play in Quesnel, Mitch responded, `I'm excited to play in my Hometown and in a program that stresses development. I think that I can achieve my personal goals and play an important role in bringing Quesnel back to play off hockey."

Millionaires acquire Forward Brian Matte

Tuesday, May 27, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to announce they've acquired forward Brian Matt(88) from the Cowichan Valley Capitals as the future considerations for Goaltender Jordan White last season. Matte, who is 5' 11" and 165 pounds scored 20 goals, and 14 assists for 34 points in 58 games to go along with 47 penalty minutes. The Quesnel Millionaires would like to welcome Brian Matte to their organization.

Millionaires acquire a Defenceman

Monday, May 12, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires have acquired Defenceman Devin Braden (1989) from the Alberni Valley Bull Dogs as the future considerations for last Septembers trade for Jeff Manryk. Braden had one assist last year in 42 games with the Bull Dogs, and a goal and 23 assists with the Summerland Sting in Junior 'B', the previous year. Braden is 6 ft, 1 and 180 pounds.

Millionaires Coach/GM Tom Bohmer says he's a very physical player that competes real hard and has a very good track record, and expects Braden to come in and play an established role on defense for Quesnel. His size will be a huge asset for Quesnel, and he makes a good first pass out of his own end.

The Quesnel Millionaires would like to Welcome Devin Braden to our organization.

Millionaires sign Bohmer for 2 more years.

Tuesday, April 01, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires Jr. `A' Hockey Club is pleased to announce the Signing of General Manager/Head Coach Tom Bohmer for two more years. Mills President Randy England says, were happy to know that Tom will be able to continue to build on the foundation that he's started in Quesnel over the last two years.

Tom Bohmer says, he's obviously pleased to be rewarded and allowed to finish what we've started here in Quesnel. We've made some strides forward and I think were well on our road to competitiveness. I think this upcoming year, that making the play offs is a realistic goal for us, and not only making the play offs, but having some success while were there. In the first two years, we've done a good job of trying to bridge the gap between the teams that were traditionally above us in the standings, and now I think were right there as far as our talent level, as we've made steps forward in that regard. For me personally, I wanted to see it through and it was a good fit for me, and a good fit for the Quesnel Millionaires, and I think its going to be a good thing down the road.

Quesnel Millionaires Spring Evaluation Camp Apr 4-6th

Monday, March 10, 2008
** Click on Camps Page to print off Camp Registration Form **

Millionaires Player Awards

Tuesday, March 04, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires handed out their year end awards Feb 28th, with leading scorers John Williams and Trevor Hertz sharing the MVP award.

Other award Winners
*Top Scorer - John Williams
*Rookie of the Year - Trevor Hertz
*Best Defenceman - Mike Leidl
*Scholastic Award - Frank Skerlak
*Most Dedicated - Jeff Malcolm
*Fan Favourite - Jeff Malcolm
*Unsung Hero - Tom Margetak
*Most Improved - Rigby Burgart
*Director of the Year - Karen Keis

Fan Appreciation Draw Winners

Thursday, February 28, 2008
Golden Ale U-Brew - Wine Kit..Garner Construction

Mary's Gifts Cert. - Bob Garner

Millionaires 1 Season Ticket - Rose Marie Shopa

City Furniture - Rocker Recliner ...Tim & Judy Kenney

Flight Centre...Name drawn to go into the final BCHL Draw prior to BCHL Final Series...Grant Johannesen

Congratulations to all the Winners from the Quesnel Millionaires.

Mills end the season with a shut out win and 19th win of the season.

Wednesday, February 27, 2008
The roles were reversed from the previous night as Quesnel shut out the Prince George Spruce Kings 7-0, spoiling the Kings opportunity to move into 5th place in the Interior Standings. Thomas Kala lead the attack with a 5 point night, two goals and 3 assists. Trevor Hertz and Rodney Lavoie each had 4 point nights, Hertz 2 goals (30/31) and 2 assists, Lavoie 1 goal and 3 assists. Josh Fersovitch also had a pair (4/5) to go with one assist. Quesnel scored 3 in the first, 3 in the second and one in the third. Jeff Malcolm picked up the shut out, stopping all 37 shots fired his way.

An early first period deficit too much to overcome.

Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Three goals in the first period, two by Jeff Forsythe, and one by Laine Keyes gave the Spruce Kings the early momentum as they coasted to a 4-2 win and now sit 1 point back of Trail in the Interior Conference. Prince George made it 4-0 late in the second, with Morgan Maclean picking up the goal with the extra attacker on a delayed penalty call. Quesnel got on the board late in the game as Darren Ezelyk (2) scored in his home town, with a point shot and assists from Taylor Rovatti and John Williams. Trevor Hertz (29) showed why he's Quesnels best rookie firing a perfect pass from Mitchell Smith and Rodney Lavoie.

Mills lose a close one 3-2 to the best in the League

Saturday, February 23, 2008
The Millionaires gave everything they had against the top team over all in the BCHL. Nanaimo opened the scoring on a wrist shot from off to the side of the net by Matt Irwin on the powerplay at 11:28 of the first period. Quesnel tied it at one in the second at 3:04 on the powerplay, as Frank Skerlak (4) tipped a point shot from Tanner Hlookoff. Mitchell Smith also picked up the second assist. The Clippers took a 2-1 lead at 19:27 of the 2nd, as Brodie Zuk found the back of the net. The eventual winner came from Colton Cyr as it slipped through the pads of Mills netminder Jeff Malcolm. Quesnel made it close, as rookie sensation Trevor Hertz(28) broke in with John Williams to bring them to within one at 19:14 shorthanded. The Mills wind up their season with a pair of back to back games with Prince George on Tuesday in Prince and back in Quesnel on Wednesday.

MILLIONAIRES ROOKIE EVALUATION CAMP APR 4-6

Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Click on Camps Page to download the Registration Form.
**Limited space for goalies, call the coach to confirm your entry**

Hunter Bishops hatrick helps sink Mills 9-3

Saturday, February 16, 2008
Hunter Bishop showed why he's one of the most dynamic forwards in the BCHL, scoring 3 goals in helping the Vipers to the win over Quesnel. Vernon lead 3-1 after the first, Bishop scoring his first, Travis Briseboise and Justin Thomas also scoring while Konrad Becker unassisted for his 16th of the season. Vernon got 4 goals in the second, Bishop with his second, Briseboise with his second, Greg Beller and John Digness. In the third, Bishop got his hatrick, and Rob Short scored for the Vipers, while Mitchell Smith (16) snapped a puck into the top of the net with Josh Fersovitch with an assist, and Trevor Hertz (27) snapped a wrist shot over the goaltenders shoulder on the power play with 35 seconds left in the gamed.
The Vipers and Mills squared off with 9 separate fights in the game. Next action for Quesnel is a week tonight when they take on Nanamimo.

Five unanswered goals in the second was the difference in 5-1 loss to Westside

Friday, February 15, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires lead after 20 minutes of play 1-0, before the roof caved in during the second period giving up 5 in a row. Mitchell Smith(15) snapped home the opening goal at 10:44 of the first period with assists to Konrad Becker and to Taylor Rovatti. Two powerplay goals started the onslaught in the second as Cory Pritz and Justin Schultz found the back of the net. Two more goals just over a minute apart in the second by Pierre Girard and Bryce Kakoske chased starting goaltender Jeff Malcolm. David Briere replaced Malcolm, and gave up only one goal, by Chris Zaires.
The next action for the Mills is tomorrow night against the Vipers in Vernon

Annual Dinner/Fundraiser at Dave's Eatery

Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Your invited to come and join the Millionaires players at Dave's Eatery on Monday Feb 18th. Dave's Eatery is donating their time, while you get a chance to meet the players up close, as they'll be your server for the night in this unique event. Reserve your table for 4pm, 6pm, or 8pm. $5.00 from each buffet sold, 10% off menu items, and all tips will go towards the hockey club. Call 747-0092 and reserve your seat today.

Braden Pimm scores in Double OT Thriller to edge Mills 5-4

Saturday, February 09, 2008
Braden Pimm took a feed from Kellen Jones in the second overtime to beat goaltender Jeff Malcolm and beat Quesnel 5-4. The Mills had come from behind to force the extra frame, trailing 4-2 mideway through the second period. Quesnel opened the scoring at 8:12 of the first, as Konrad Becker(15) banged home a rebound
with John Williams and Taylor Rovatti picking up the helpers. Vernon tied the game as Hunter Bishop tucked in a rebound from in close at 11:53. Quesnel opened up the second on the powerplay with Trevor Hertz(25) getting the rebound off the Rodney Lavoie shot. Vernon tied it on their own powerplay at 4:52 with a shot from Isaac Smeltzer. The Vipers then took a 2 goal lead on markers by Greg Beller and Hunter Bishop with his second of the night. Quesnel then came back as Trevor Hertz(26) deflected a beautiful shot from the point by Josh Fersovitch, again on the powerplay at 16:03. Fersovitch(3) then scored himself on the powerplay as he caught the low right side corner after getting the feed from Darren Ezelyk at 18:09 to knot the game at 4. Quesnels next action is on the road Friday against the Westside Warriors.

Mills drop a 4-1 decision to Salmon Arm

Friday, February 08, 2008
The Silverbacks opened the scoring at 4:00 of the first period and never looked back as Sam Mitchell knocked in a juicy rebound. Jeff Smith made it 2-0 as he got a bounce off a backchecking Millionaire at 14:42. The Silverbacks added two more in the second with goals from Hank Van Boxmeer and Evan Michalchuk. Quesnel made it respectable with a late power play goal by Trevor Hertz(24) as he slammed in a rebound after Josh Fersovitch got the point shot through, and Rod Lavoie also picked up an assist. Quesnel now hosts Vernon on Saturday Night.

Mills pick up a huge road win, shutting out Merritt 3-0

Thursday, February 07, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires earned a 3-0 win over Merritt by simply outworking the opposition. Mitchell Smith(14) got things started for Quesnel, taking a pass from Taylor Rovatti and firing the puck between the wickets of goaltender Graham Gordon, at 15:35 of the first. Mike Leidl picked up the other helper. Quesnel put the game out of reach with 2 goals late in the second frame. Konrad Becker(14) was the recipient of a great in close pass from Mitchell Smith as Quesnel took the two goal lead at 18:28 of the second. Taylor Rovatti picked up the second assist. Then a minute later, John Williams(27) broke in 2 on 1 with Rodney Lavoie, and used Lavoie as the decoy, and ripped a shot high into the left top of the net, giving the Millionaires their 3-0 lead. Trevor Hertz put in a great effort to keep the puck in the zone, picking up the second assist. Jeff Malcolm stopped 23 Merritt shots for the shut out. Quesnel moves to Salmon Arm Friday to take on the Silverbacks. With the victory, Quesnel moved to within 3 points of Trail for the 6th and final play off spot in the interior conference.

John Williams Commits to the University of Connecticut

Wednesday, February 06, 2008




The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to announce that John Williams has committed to the University of Connecticut.for next year. Williams came to Quesnel part way through last season and leads the team in scoring this year with 26 goals, 32 assists for 58 points and has been in the top 20 of league scoring all season.

Coach Tom Bohmer is very excited and happy for the organization and John, as he understood what it took as far as his physical commitment and approach to the game to go out and earn a Division 1 Scholarship. Williams, the Team Captain, has been a leader for us, both on and off the ice this season and he’s been a great role model for our younger players, showing what hard work and perserverance will allow players to accomplish.


Tom Bohmer
Head Coach & General Manager
Quesnel Millionaires Junior ‘A’ Hockey Team

Hunter Bishop hatrick helps shut out Mills 6-0

Sunday, January 27, 2008
A four point night by Hunter Bishop, 3 goals and 1 assist powered the Vipers over the Quesnel Millionaires 6-0. Other goals for Vernon were scored by John Digness, Justin Thomas and Scott Zurevinski. The Mills will have to regroup as they've now been shut out two games in a row. Next action for the Mills is against the Merritt Centennials.

Langley shuts out Quesnel 8-0

Saturday, January 26, 2008
The Millionaires never got on track as the aggressive forechecking of Langley Chiefs caused turnovers and they took advantage of them. The game started with a good scrap between Jessie Tresierra of the Chiefs and Rigby Burgart of the Mills as Burgart held his own against the leagues tough guy.
Langley scored twice in the first, Alex Goulet and Milos Gordic. In the second Goulet picked up his second of the night along with goals by Trevor Elias and Joey Manley. In the third it was Taylor Stefishen, Joe Walter, and Justin Smith finding the back of the net. The Mills will have to regroup as they play the Vernon Vipers Sunday afternoon.

Mills lose a close one to Powell River 6-4

Friday, January 25, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires dropped a 6-4 decision to Powell River Kings, after leading by a 3-0 score early in the second. Five unanswered goals by the Kings brought them back to a 5-3 lead before sealing the win with an empty net goal. Mitchell Smith(8) got Quesnel to a good start at 15:58 of the first on the powerplay, tipping in a point shot by Tanner Hlookoff with the other assist to Josh Fersovitch. John Williams (25/26) gave Quesnel the three goal lead, with Smith picking up the assist on the second goal, and Thomas Kala, and David Maltais credited with the assists on the third goal. Kyle Bodie started the come back at 10:10 of the second, followed by a goal from Erik Vos at 18:04. Chad Niddery tied at 2:12 of the third. The Kings took the lead at 7:18 on their second powerplay of the third, Neil Chambers scoring the goal. Clay Harvey then opened up a two goal margin at 12:28 before Quesnel responded as Josh Fersovitch(2) was wide open in front of the net, and roofed a beautiful backhand over Chris Rawlings. The Kings iced the game with 13 second left, with an empty net goal by Clay Harvey. Quesnel sees action tomorrow night in Langley against the Chiefs.

Rovatti scores the overtime Winner as Quesnel downs Powell River 7-6

Sunday, January 20, 2008
Taylor Rovatti(8) scored at :54 seconds of the first overtime frame, on the powerplay to give Quesnel 3 out of possible 6 points this weekend. The Mills lead throughout the hockey game. Special teams for Powell River scored twice shorthanded and 3 on the powerplay. Other goals for Quesnel came from Trevor Hertz(22/23), Mitchell Smith(7), Mitchell Galbraith(2)(AP), Thomas Kala(2), Josh Fersovitch(1)Jeff Malcolm picked up the win for Quesnel. Scoring for Powell River, Mark Mckamey(2), Trevor Wilson, Darcy Oakes, Brennan Strang, and Brock Sawyer. The next action for the Mills will be a return visit to the Powell River Kings.

Salmon Arm wins penalty filled contest 6-3 over Quesnel

Saturday, January 19, 2008
Salmon Arm opened with 3 straight goals and never looked back as they beat Quesnel at the Vault. Eric Galbraith scored in his home town at 6:31 of the first, and Luke Betts made it 2-0 at 18:48. Luke Betts scored the first of his two at 5:23 of the second and that chased Millionaires starter David Briere. David Maltais(1) got Quesnel on the board with a shot high into the net, as John Williams got the assist. Kelly Zajac made it 4-1 at 12:19 on the powerplay. Trevor Hertz(21) with a beautiful wrist shot made it 4-2 at 14:33on the powerplay with Mike Leidl picking up the assist. The three goal lead was restored by Ronnie Smith at 16:51, again on the powerplay, their third of the night.
Salmon Arm made it a 4 goal margin, as Randy Hanagan made it 6-2 at 10:49 of the third. Quesnels Konrad Becker(13) picked up the Mills third goal of the night, as he scored on the powerplay at 13:34 from a scramble with assists to Rod Lavoie, and Mitchell Smith.
The game was marred by two separate incidents where both teams had all 10 players on the ice squaring off with partners. Next action for Quesnel is Sunday vs the Powell River Kings.

Connor Jones scores to give the Vipers a 4-3 OT win in Quesnel

Friday, January 18, 2008
Connor Jones took a feed from his brother Kellen and slid the puck under Quesnel goalie Jeff Malcolm at 1:40 of the first overtime period. The goal finished off a come from behind win after the Mills had build up a 3-1 lead halfway through the game. Quesnel opened up a 2-0 lead on goals by Thomas Kala(1) as he tipped a puck from in close as it was fed out of the corner by John Williams at 6:53 of the first. Midget call up Mitchell Galbraith(1) was the beneficiary of a juicy rebound, as he also scored his first goal as a Millionaire on the powerplay at 17:44 with assists to linemates Frank Skerlak and Rigby Burgart. The Vipers got on the board with a howitzer from the point by Isaac Smeltzer at 1:44 of the second. John Williams(24) gave Quesnel the 3-1 lead as he dragged the puck through the defence with his body and got into the clear, and when goaltender Andrew Hammond went down, Williams popped the puck into the top of the net. Vernon got within one, as Rob Short scored at 11:28 of the second, and Brock Palasty equalled the score at 3 with a beautiful wrist shot at 9:41 to put the game into extra time. The save of the game came with about five minutes to go, and a Millionaire forward couldn't lift the puck over the right pad of Hammond. Next action for Quesnel is Saturday Night when they host the Salmon Arm Silverbacks.

Mills affiliate with 3 local Midget Players

Wednesday, January 16, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires are excited to announce, they've affiliated with 3 local Midget Hockey players. Mitch Galbraith, whose already played in one game, Justin Fulton, and Cody Newman are expected to see some game action.

Six unanswered goals by Langley leads them to a 7-3 win over Quesnel.

Saturday, January 12, 2008
The Millionaires started the third period with a 3-2 lead, but Langley scored 5 third period goals to eventually win 7-3. Quesnel had a 2-0 lead on goals by Rodney Lavoie(10,11), the first one at 18:26 of the first on the powerplay with assists to Mitchell Smith and Konrad Becker, the second at 7:54 on a 2 on 1 tip in from Thomas Kala at 7:54 of the second period. Langley got on the board, as a neat deflection by Mac Roy at 10:09. Quesnel opened up a two goal lead again, as John Williams(23)put the puck on net, as it bounced around and eventually behind goaltender Kurt Jory. The Chiefs got to within one again before the end of the second, as Derek Grant was falling to the ice, he slapped at a bouncing puck that eluded goaltender Jeff Malcolm at 14:31 of the second. The third belonged to Langley, as they scored at 58 seconds, off the stick of Joey Manley. The other goals in the third were scored by Taylor Stefishen, Mac Roy with his second, Jessie Tresierra, and Joey Manley with his second. Quesnel was outshot 50-33 and will host the Vernon Vipers next Friday.

More Moves by the Millionaires

Friday, January 11, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires have traded Defenceman Chad Blanleil(88) and Curt Morrison(88) to the Spruce Grove Saints of the Alberta Junior Hockey League for Forward Josh Fersowich(89) and Future Considerations.

The Mills also traded Forward Lee Pagee (87) to the Canmore Eagles of the Alberta Junior Hockey League for future considerations.

In another deal, the Mills voluntarily released Forward Darryl Gagnon to the Fernie Ghostriders of the KIJHL.

Becker scores twice to help Quesnel to a 4-3 victory.

Friday, January 11, 2008
Quesnel started out quick, jumping out to a 2-0 lead and never lost the lead, eventually holding on to the 4-3 victory. Taylor Rovatti(7) slammed home a rebound at 6:02 of the first, with assists to Trevor Hertz and John Williams. Konrad Becker(11) picked up his first of two at 17:36 as he got a beautiful feed in the slot from Rod Lavoie as he snapped a shot over the shoulder of Gordon in goal. The other assist went to Mike Leidl. Merritt got on the board as a point shot was deflected home by David Gore. Quesnels Konrad Becker(12)then gave Quesnel a 3-1 lead, as he slid the puck under the goaltender with assists to Hertz and Mitchell Smith. Chad Gehon then brought the Centennials to within one 3-2 at 13:23 of the second, as he snapped home a wrist shot. John Williams(22) then scored the eventual winner at 13:23 of the second as he slid the puck to the far left side of the net. Merritt made it close, as Jose Reyes got a fortunate bounce, at 12:14 on the powerplay. The Mills had to with stand 2 5 on 3 in the third period to preserve the victory. The next action will be saturday vs the Langley Chiefs.

Mills trade Chris Baker

Thursday, January 10, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires have traded (87) Defenseman Chris Baker to the Grande Prairie Storm of the AJHL for (89)Forward Thomas Kala. Kala played last season with the Victoria Cougars Jr. "B". He was their play off MVP as well as rookie of the year last season. The Millionaires are happy to bring Thomas Kala into their organization. We would also like to wish Chris Baker good luck in his Hockey future.

Millionaires Banquet & Auction

Tuesday, January 08, 2008
The Quesnel Millionaires will be hosting a Banquet and Fundraising Auction on Saturday February 2, 2008 at the West Fraser Timber Room with Guest Speaker/Auctioneer John McKeachie.
Cocktails 6:00pm
Dinner 6:30pm
Auction 8:00pm
Tickets $30.00 each
Available at Harkins/ Mills Souvenir Booth during Home games, and Shelley England 747-2590

Tight checking Westside shuts down Quesnel in 5-1 win.

Tuesday, January 08, 2008
A tight checking Westside Warriors stymied the Quesnel Millionaires as they broke open a tie hockey game with two goals each in the second and third. Pierre Girard opened the scoring at 16:15 on the powerplay. Trevor Hertz(20) picked up the puck in his own end, and beat the defenseman, before sliding the puck 5 hole on Stephen Caple and it was tied at 19:24 of the first. Trevor Bailey, and Alex Gellert scored in the second while Garrett Watson and Justin Schultz wrapped up the scoring in the third period. Quesnel was outshot 33-25 over all. The Mills host the Merritt Centennials on Friday in their next game.

Quesnel loses valuable ground to Prince George in 5-0 loss.

Saturday, January 05, 2008
It took only ten seconds, and it turned out to be the eventual winner as Zach Davies directed a puck past Quesnel Jeff Malcolm. Jordy Christian picked up a pair of goals, one each in the second and third, and Johnny Van Siclen and Jeff Forsythe picked up singles in the third. The closest Quesnel came was when Taylor Rovatti hit the crossbar on a breakaway. Prince George outshot Quesnel, 28-24, who now move an important 4 points up on Quesnel for the sixth and final play off position in the Interior Conference.

New Year - Goals Galore as Prince George edges Quesnel 8-7 in Double OT.

Thursday, January 03, 2008
Brandon Manning scored at 1:19 of Double Overtime to give the Prince George Spruce Kings a crucial 8-7 win over Quesnel and move 2 points ahead in the standings. The Kings never trailed in the entire contest as Quesnel came back from a 2 goal deficit twice. John Van Siclen opened the scoring for Prince with Sam Muchalla making it 2-0 at 14:54 of the first period. Quesnel tied it on goals by Mitchell Smith(10) and John Williams on a breakaway(21). Jordy Christian opened up a 3-2 lead before Quesnel Captain Chris Baker(2) tied it on the powerplay. Prince George then got a pair of goals by Reid Fraser and Joe Morgan to restore a 2 goal margin. Quesnel got one back by Frank Skerlak(2) before the end of the second. It was tied 5-5 at the start of the third, as Mitchell Smith(11) picked up his second of the night on shot to the top of the net from in close. Shanun Fomenoff gave the Kings a one goal margin again 30 seconds later. Konrad Becker(10) was eventually credited with a disputed wrap around goal that went in Quesnels favor. Zack Davies then scored to make it 7-6 on a powerplay before Mitchell Smith(12) snapped a low slap shot from the right face off dot that beat the goaltender Ketlo for his third of the game, to tie it at 7. The same two teams meet Saturday in Prince George for the rematch of the Home and Home series.

Williams scores on a penalty shot for a thrilling 2-1 victory for the Mills against Penticton

Sunday, December 30, 2007
John Williams scored his 20th goal of the campaign on a penalty shot at 18:34 of the third period to give the Mills a 2-1 victory and end their 7 game road and over all losing streak.
Williams was hooked just enough moments earlier to draw the call from referee Steve Papp as Quesnel played disciplined hockey all evening. Quesnels other goal came from Trevor Hertz(19) at 10:12 of the third, as he hadn't picked up a point in seven games, as he picked up a loose puck at the side of the net after David Maltais was able to get the puck through, and Konrad Becker worked the corner to get it back to the point. Kyle McMurphy popped in his goal at 0:59 seconds of the second period after Austin Smith did the work behind the net and passed out front to McMurphy. Quesnels victory pulled them to within one point of idle Prince George for the sixth and final play off position. Quesnel hosts Prince George Thursday at the vault in the first of a home and home series.

Another hatrick sinks the Mills 5-2 in loss to Burnaby

Saturday, December 29, 2007
A natural hatrick by Brodie Reid in the first period which made the score 4-0 at the time was the difference as the Burnaby Express cruised to a 5-2 victory over Quesnel. Quesnel made a game of it in the second and third, with goals by John Williams(19) on a tip in shot by Chris Baker from the point and Lee Pagee also picked up an assist. Rod Lavoie(9) continues to find his stride as he notched an unassisted power play goal in the third. The only other goal was scored by Rich Manley in the first period. Quesnel outshot Burnaby 34-22 overall. The Mills wind up the road trip in Penticton Sunday night.

John Williams pair of goals not enough in 4-3 loss to Surrey

Thursday, December 27, 2007
John Williams scored a pair of goals, but Cameron Sinclair got the hatrick for Surrey as they beat Quesnel 4-3 in both teams first game since the Christmas break. Williams(17) opened the scoring on a unassisted marker at 11:12 of the second. The Eagles tied it on a goal by John Bokla. Rod Lavoie(8) gave the Mills the one goal lead again at 17:08 of the second with assists to Curt Morrison and John Williams. Cameron Sinclair got the first of his three when he tied it at 2 at 18:40 of the second. The Eagles scored first in the third at 8:12 as Sinclair scored his second before John Williams notted it at three, at 11:12 on the powerplay, with assists to Curt Morrison and Lee Pagee. Then Sinclair scored his third of the night on the powerplay, which turned out to be the winner. Quesnel sees their next action tomorrow night when they take on the Burnaby Express.

Mills look forward to Christmas break after dropping 6-1 game to Capitals

Sunday, December 16, 2007
Another slow first period cost the Mills this opportunity as they were down 4-0 after the first period, before eventually losing 6-1 in their last game before the Christmas break. Brooks Robinson with a pair in the first, and singles by Clinton Pettapiece, Karl Weberg, Brian Matte and Joey Massingham rounded out the capitals scoring. Lee Pagee, on a 2 on 1 was the only Mill to find the back of the net with his 12th of the season. Quesnel is now off til the 28th of December.

A strong 1st and 3rd period helped the Grizzlies to a 5-2 win.

Saturday, December 15, 2007
A pair of goals by Tyler Matheson and Jimmy Carter in the first period, and Justin Courtnall along with Cody Bremner in the third was all the Grizzlies needed to beat Quesnel 5-2. Quesnel best period came in the second when Mitchell Smith set up Konrad Becker to get Quesnel on the board. They were within one when Smith converted his own 2 on 1 at 18:07 and things were looking up at that point as they trailed 3-2, but thats as close as Quesnel could get to Victoria. The only other goal was scored by Grant Toulmin for the Grizzlies. The next action for Quesnel is Sunday afternoon when they take on the Cowichan Valley Capitals.

A third period full of penalties helps Nanaimo to a 7-0 win.

Friday, December 14, 2007
Five goals in the third period by the Nanaimo Clippers and four on the powerplay helped the Clippers to a 7-0 win over Quesnel. It seemed as the Mills were down 5 on 3 for the last 10 minutes of the game with no relief in sight, spoiling an earlier great performance from David Briere. Mikael Bedard and Andrew Cherniwchan scored two each, with singles going to AJ Gale, Brad McConnell, and Carson Schell. The closest Quesnel came was in the first period when Curt Morrison had gotten in behind the defence, but couldn't beat goaltender Michael Garman. Quesnel plays Victoria saturday, in the third game of their four game road trip on the Island.

A flat first period proved costly for the Mills in their loss to Alberni Valley

Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Two first period goals by the Bull Dogs caught the Mills a little flat and it was enough to get the win. Daniel Moriarty on the powerplay opened the scoring, as he snapped a wrist shot from the left face off circle at 10:43. The game winner turned out to be a goal by Adam Baldasarre, also in the first period at 16:23 as he tapped in a pass from behind the net. Quesnels only bright spot came from Mitchell Smith as he jammed in a rebound at 18;32, after winning the draw, with assists to Tom Margetak and Darryl Gagnon. Quesnel was out shot 15-7 in the first period, but they came on in the second and third, but goaltender Harrison May held the fort and stopped the Mills the rest of the way as Quesnel ended up out shooting the Bull Dogs 33-30. The Mills get a day off before meeting Nanaimo on Friday.

Millionaires Banquet & Auction

Monday, December 10, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires will be hosting a Banquet & Fundraising Auction on Saturday, Feb 2, 2008 at the West Fraser Timber Room with Guest Speaker/Auctioneer John McKeachie.
Cocktails 6:00pm
Dinner 6:30pm
Auction 8:00pm
Tickets $30.00 each
Available at Harkins/ Mills Office or Shelley England 747-2590.

Christmas Discount for upcoming Summer Hockey School

Monday, December 10, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to offer a 'Christmas Discount' of $250.00 on their August 11-15th, 2008 Summer Hockey School until Dec 24th.
Your upcoming Hockey Star will be given a certificate and signed Christmas card from the Millionaire players and coaching staff. These can be purchased by calling the Millionaires office during the week at 250-992-7181, or cell 250-991-2064.

Five goals in the third period the difference as Salmon Arm wins 6-2.

Saturday, December 08, 2007
Three special teams goals in the third, 2 powerplay and one shorthanded helped the Silverbacks to the 6-2 win over the Mills. The game was 1-1 after 40 minutes with the scoring in the first period with Taylor Rovatti(6) opening the scoring on a 2 on 1 with an assist to Tanner Hlookoff. Randy Hanagan on a first period powerplay evened the score at 1 at 17:42. Kelly Zajac and Evan Michalchuk each scored twice in the third with a single to Zac Rasmussen. The game was decided before Frank Skerlak notched his first in the BCHL knocking in a rebound at 19:17. Quesnels next action is Wednesday vs the Alberni Valley Bulldogs.

Winners of the Raffle Draw Dec 6th

Friday, December 07, 2007
Congratulations to the winners of our Raffle Draw held Dec 6th at the Vault.

1st Prize: Polaris Sportsman 500 4-Wheeler-----Rochelle Dennis
Stony Plain, Alberta

2nd Prize: 3 Nights in Whistler,BC at the Marriot Residence Inn....Val Teichrib, Quesnel, BC

3rd Prize: Millionaires signed Jersey and a 15 game pack donated by the Mills
Roger Harvey, Quesnel, BC

Thank you to everyone for their fantastic support of the Raffle and Your 'Community Owned' Quesnel Millionaires Jr. 'A' Hockey Club.

A four goal first period outburst propels Quesnel to a 5-1 win

Thursday, December 06, 2007
A pair of goals by Konrad Becker(7,8) helped the Mills get the start they needed as they dumped the Trail Smoke Eaters 5-1 and their 5th win in 6 games against the Smokies. More importantly it moved the Mills to within one point of the fifth place Trail Smoke Eaters in the Interior Standings. Becker opened the game at 45 seconds as he took a pass down low from Chad Blanleil and he jammed the puck in from the short side. Darryl Gagnon(4) has found abit of a scoring touch of late, popping in a wrap around goal at 4:14 with assists to Lee Pagee and to Tom Margetak. Becker then picked up his second of the period at 8:30 as he slid the puck along the ice, right from the face off win by Taylor Rovatti. Goaltender Grant Rolheiser then hit the showers and was replaced by Paul Barclay. Quesnel kept up the pace as Trevor Hertz(18) snapped home a shot from the slot on a beautiful feed from John Williams and David Maltais at 14:58. Trail got on the scoresheet, as Brett Corcoran gave the Smokies some life at 1:59 of the second, but John Williams(16) finished off a 2 on 1 with Trevor Hertz as he got the puck and slid it under Barclay for the final goal of the game. A number of fights broke out in the third period, with the most spirited affair being a clear win by Curt Morrison over Paul Mailey in front of the Mills bench. Next action for the Mills will be on the road agains the Salmon Arm Silverbacks.

Mills pick up 5 of 6 points on the weekend after 5-4 Double overtime loss to Westside

Saturday, December 01, 2007
It was a thrilling game between the Westside Warriors and the Quesnel Millionaires with a bit of everything. Kevin Walrod tipped a pass in front 3 on 3 to win the game at 4:05 of the second overtime. Quesnels Jeff Malcolm had another stellar performance in net, stopping a penalty shot by Trevor Bailey at 3:36 of the second overtime frame. Quesnel was trailing 4-2 after two and came back and made a game of it, getting the single point in the loss as Lee Pagee(11) started the come back with a back hand shot that beat Stephen Caple at 5:44 before Tom Margetak(5)pulled the puck out from the side of the net and roofed the biscuit to bring the crowd to its feet and tie it at 4 at 14:33.
Westside had built up a 4-2 lead on goals by Chris Shudo on a powerplay wrap around to open the game. Quesnel tied it when Konrad Becker(5) tipped a point shot by Chad Blanleil with another assist to Curt Morrison on the powerplay. Bryce Kakoske made it 2-1 at 8:43 of the second, and Curt Morrison(5) tied it at 2 at 9:56 on the power play. The Warriors opened up a two goal margin on a pair of goals by Trevor Bailey at 11:58 and 17:54 on the powerplay. Quesnels next action is Thursday when the host the Trail Smoke Eaters.

Rod Lavoie and John Williams each had 6 point nights to help Quesnel win their second in a row.

Friday, November 30, 2007
It took to the second overtime before Rodney Lavoie scored his third goal of the night, as Quesnel edged Cowichan Valley 7-6. It was the 6th point on the night for Lavoie, who shared the night with John Williams as he scored two(14,15) and 4 assists. Trevor Hertz(16,17) had the other two goals for Quesnel as that line combined for 14 points overall. Clinton Pettapiece and Mickey Spencer each had two for the capitals and singles to Taylor Holst and Bryce Reddick. The Capitals outshot Quesnel 42-41. Quesnel hosts Westside Saturday night.

Great goaltending and solid two way play powers Mills to a 5-1 win.

Thursday, November 29, 2007
David Briere showed why Quesnel picked him up in a recent trade as he stopped 41 shots in his first game as a Millionaire as they beat Victoria 5-1.
Quesnel opened the scoring as Lee Pagee(9) picked up his first of two finishing off a goal mouth tip in from Taylor Rovatti. Tom Margetak picked up the second assist, at 6:16. Victoria tied it at 1 as Jordie Benn snapped a wrist shot that was the only blemish against David Briere in net. The game winner turned out to be the goal scored by Mitchell Smith(8)as he walked out of the corner untouched and slid it underneath goaltender Paul Kolida. Darryl Gagnon(3) made it 3-1 as he scored a shorthanded marker at 13:20. It was Quesnel picking up two more in the third, Lee Pagee(10) as he picked up a drop pass from Rodney Lavoie and snapped home a shot to the blocker side on Kolida, and the Mills completed the scoring as Rodney Lavoie(4)turned on the red light as he snapped home a wrist shot past the glove hand of Kolida at 16:39. David Maltais and Tanner Hlookoff picked up the assists. Quesnel sees action tomorrow night, when they host Cowichan Valley Capitals.

Prince George edges the Mills 3-2

Tuesday, November 27, 2007
A ricochet goal by Matt Potter at 2:13 of the third period was the difference as the Kings moved 2 points up on the Mills in the standings. Quesnel got goals from Rigby Burgart at 9:40 of the first with his first in the BCHL, as the puck glanced off him and into the net as Mike Leidl had shot the puck from the point. Dustin Popowich had the other assist. Jeff Forsythe tied it on a powerplay marker at 19:56 of the first period. Quesnel took a 2-1 lead on Chad Blanleil(3) point shot on the power play with asssits to Konrad Becker and Tanner Hlookoff. Jordy Christian tied it at two at 13:31 again on the power play as he took a feed from Muchalla and picked the top right corner. Prince George outshot Quesnel 30-20 and the next action for Quesnel is Thursday when they host the Victoria Grizzlies.

Five powerplay goals the difference in a Salmon Arm win.

Friday, November 23, 2007
Special teams was the difference Friday as Quesnel dropped a 7-3 decision to Salmon Arm Silverbacks. Quesnel opened up a 3-1 lead on goals by Rodney Lavoie(2), Konrad Becker(5), and Curt Morrison(3) before the Silverbacks came storming back, 5 powerplay goals and six unanswered.
Derek Lee and Randy Hanagan had two goals each, with singles to Damon Kipp, Conor Morrison, and Jeff Smith.
Quesnel will host the Prince George Spruce Kings in a crucial game Saturday Night.

Hertz and Becker with 3 points each , as they lead Quesnel to a win.

Friday, November 16, 2007
The Mills picked up a much needed win on the road, as they downed the Trail Smoke Eaters 5-2 for the 4th, win in 5 games against the Smokies. Hertz opened the scoring with a feed from Morrison on the boards. Becker also picked up an assist. Trail tied it as Steve Oursov converted a 2 on 1. Lee Pagee then regained the lead for Quesnel, snapping home a breakaway shot for his 8th of the year. Margetak and Rovatti drew the assists. Trail stormed back as Casey Shade scored to tie it at 2. Quesnel then got a goal from Konrad Becker, his 4th, as he slammed home a rebound at 19:03 of the first. Assists to Morrison and Hertz. Quesnel sealed the win as Hertz jammed in a rebound at 10:59 and Rodney Lavoie with an empty net the insurance marker at 19:30 gave Quesnel their 10th win of the year. The Mills meet Salmon Arm this coming Friday.

Centennials scored 6 in the first on their way to a win.

Thursday, November 15, 2007
The game started out with 2 fights, and Merritt came out flying after the two scraps as they scored 6 on route to an 8-2 victory over Quesnel. Scott Jow had two, with singles to Eric Ruud, Jassi Sangha, Tyler Barr, and Chad Gehon. Quesnel again gave up a huge margin of shots 19-7 in the first 20 minutes. Quesnel came out alot stronger in the second and Dustin Popowich put in a rebound at 3:39 and Trevor Hertz picked up his 11th, at 8:39, but that was as close as Quesnel would get. Mitchell Smith picked up the lone assist on Popowiches goal, while Taylor Rovatti from the face off win drew the only assist on Hertz goal. Eric Ruud with his second of the game in the second made it 7-2 and then he completed the hatrick with the only marker of the third, at 14:00. Quesnel visits the Trail Smoke Eaters on Friday.

Penticton gets their own revenge, shutting out Mills

Wednesday, November 14, 2007
A 4-0 shutout by the Penticton Vees Wednesday night at home, reversed the result of a week ago. Two goal efforts by Brett Hextall and Austin Smith was all the Interior Division leaders needed as they controlled both ends of the ice all night long, shutting down Quesnel to a remarkable 10 shots over 60 minutes. If it wasn't for Quesnels Jeff Malcolm, the score could of been alot higher. The Vees had 16-0 shots in the first period as they forechecked the Mills into the ice, as they couldn't get anything going. Quesnels only real chances came on a couple of 2 on 1 opportunities, but either a blocked shot by a defenceman or a mishandled pass nullified the attack. Quesnel will need to regroup when they play in Merritt on Thursday.

Burnaby scores 2 in the third to beat Quesnel 5-3

Friday, November 09, 2007
The Burnaby Express scored two third period goals from Brodie Reid and Jacob Verheyden as they beat Quesnel 5-3. Quesnel had tied the game at 3 2:04 into the third as Tom Margetak(4) rifled a low shot through the pads of goaltender Kevin Jebson. The score was tied at 2 after the first period. Lee Baldwin and Ryan Stanimir scored for the Express while Taylor Rovatti(4) and Dustin Popowich(5) responded with first period goals for Quesnel. The only goal of the second came off the stick of Brodie Reid. Next action for Quesnel is on the road Wednesday in Penticton.

Mills to play Bantam Reps in Exhibition Friendly game

Thursday, November 08, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires will be having an exhibition friendly game with the Quesnel Bantam AA Rep team on Saturday night from 6-8pm. It should be alot of fun for both teams and their fans. Admission by donation with proceeds to the Child Development Centre.

Mills win their 9th of the Season

Wednesday, November 07, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires and Penticton Vees remained scoreless after 40 minutes of play before Mitchell Smith notched a pair for a 2-0 Quesnel victory. It marks the first time in 3 years Quesnel has hit 9 wins. Smith scored a powerplay marker at 9:56 for his 6th of the year and third consecutive game he's scored a goal for Quesnel, rifling the puck into the top of the net from a scramble. Trevor Hertz and Curt Morrison picked up the assists. Smith sealed the win with a empty net marker at 19:53 for his 7th of the season with Curt Morrison picking up the only assist. Tyler Esau stopped all 31 shots for the shut out. Next action for Quesnel is Friday against Burnaby.

3 Powerplay goals propel Vernon past Quesnel

Saturday, November 03, 2007
Three unanswered powerplay goals by Vernon gave them a 3-2 victory over Quesnel Saturday. Quesnel had opened up a 2-0 lead on goals by Trevor Hertz(10) in the first period on a powerplay as he picked the top corner at 19:42 as Taylor Rovatti picked up the lone assist. Mitchell Smith made it 2-0 on a 2 on 1 with Rodney Lavoie, as he made the perfect pass and Smith just had to put his stick on it, as it zipped into the top of the net at 3:27 of the second. Vernon then picked up the pace, as Rob Short scored from the face off dot, and Scott Zurevinski scored the next two in the third, his first at 3:37 and then the eventual winner at 10:31 off a pointshot. Jeff Malcolm played a solid game in net for Quesnel again, as Quesnel was outshot 32-28 over three periods. Next action for Quesnel is Wednesday when they take on the Penticton Vees for the 4th time this year.

Solid come from behind win for the Mills over Prince George.

Friday, November 02, 2007
The Mills trailed by two goals twice in the game and came back both times to pull out a 5-3 victory over the Prince George Spruce Kings. Taylor Rovatti picked up a pair of goals, one in the first with 5 seconds left to play with Trevor Hertz and John Williams drawing the assists. Rovatti scored his second at 8:25 of the second with assists again to Hertz and Williams. Lee Klapp playing in his first game as a Mill, slapped the puck towards the net, and goaltender Mainprize seemed to be handcuffed by it. Mitchell Smith scored the winner at 11:54 olf the third, with a beautiful feed across by Curt Morrison and Rovatti picked up the other assist. Konrad Becker scored the insurance marker at 16:19 of the third with Tom Margetak and Lee Pagee picking up the assists. Jeff Malcolm played solid in net, stopping 41 of 44 shots and holding the Spruce Kings at bay following the tieing goal by Klapp and that seemed to really turn the momentum for the Mills. Next action sees Quesnel host the Vernon Vipers Saturday Night.

Mills trade Jordon Harrison for Mitchell Smith

Thursday, November 01, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires would like to announce they've traded forward Jordon Harrison(88) to the Merritt Centennials for the Mills leading point scorer last year Mitchell Smith(88). The Millionaires are excited to have Mitchell Smith back in the Quesnel organization.

Mills pick up a point in OT

Sunday, October 28, 2007
A goal from Travis Brisebois at 30 seconds of the second overtime gave the Vernon Vipers a 3-2 win over the Millionaires in Double overtime. Quesnel had tied it on the powerplay as Chris Baker had the puck trickle through at 10:40 of the third from John Williams and Curt Morrison. Hunter Bishop had given Vernon a 2-1 lead in the second at 11:50 cutting across the crease and beating Jeff Malcolm. Taylor Rovatti had equalled the score at 1 with his first of the season as he went down 2-1 with Pagee and rifled a slapshot that again trickled through the goaltender at 1:36 of the second. Trevor Hertz had the only assist. The opening goal of the game was scored by Connor Jones on the powerplay at 19:56 of the first. Next action for Quesnel will be in Prince George against the Spruce Kings Friday Night.

Costly mistakes the difference in the loss to Westside

Saturday, October 27, 2007
A giveaway at the Quesnel blueline turned out to be the turning point in the game as Pierre Girard stole the puck from Chad Blanleil and proceeded to score a shorthanded goal at 6:57 of the second period helping Westside to a 4-2 win over Quesnel. It was the second night in a row, that the Mills allowed a shorthanded goal. Quesnel again opened the scoring on the Warriors as Konrad Becker banged in a rebound for his second of the year, after a 3-way passing play down low between Tom Margetak and Taylor Rovatti. Alex Gellert put in rebound for Westsides first goal of the night at 4:15 of the second. Westside capped the second with a third goal in a five minute span, Trevor Bailey snapped home a rebound for a 3-1 lead. John Williams had a rebound of his own, that gave Quesnel some life in the second with assists to Rovatti, and to Curt Morrison. Another costly error came when Quesnels defence couldn't execute the D to D pass and Chris Zaires put a loose puck into the top right hand corner after Bryce Kakoske wreaked havoc and sprung the puck loose in front of the Quesnel net. Westside outshot Quesnel 28-13 and the Mills 4th game in 5 days is Sunday afternoon at 2pm against the Vernon Vipers.

Salmon Arm Special Teams play the difference

Friday, October 26, 2007
Three powerplay goals, and one shorthanded goal was the difference as the Salmon Arm Silverbacks shut out the Quesnel Millionaires 5-0 Friday. Ironically an even strength goal opened the scoring as Jeff Smith capitalized at 8:23 of the first. Then powerplay markers by Damon Kipp from the point, and Kelly Zajac from in close four minutes apart near the end of the first put the Silverbacks up 3-0. Quesnel had a powerplay to start the second, and an unusual play by Curt Morrison carrying the puck in front of his own net, was stolen by Sam Mitchell and slapped into the unsuspecting cage behind Jeff Malcolm at 5:02 of the second, shorthanded.
Then it was Connor Morrison who notched the fifth and final goal of the night on the powerplay at 8:44 of the second. Quesnel was outshot 36-20, and Malcolm was replaced by Tyler Esau after the fifth goal and was able to keep the Silverbacks at bay the rest of the way. Quesnel plays in Westside on Saturday night, before wrapping up their four games in five nights on Sunday afternoon at 2pm in Vernon.

Mills edged 5-4 by the Vees

Wednesday, October 24, 2007
John Williams and Trevor Hertz scored two goals apiece, but it wasn't enough as Penticton won 5-4. The Vees opened the scoring at 4:49 of the first as Mike Guzzo tapped in a goal mouth pass from Denver Manderson. The Mills responded with 2 powerplay goals. John Williams scored at 6:30 with assists to Curt Morrison and Trevor Hertz. Hertz then notched his 8th as he dug the puck out of his skates with an assist to Chris Baker and Morrison. The Vees scored two goals to open the second, Cory Schneider at 24 seconds and Kyle McMurphy at 1:46 before a goaltender change for Quesnel was Made. Quesnel scored when John Williams took a pass from Kenny Carpenter and slid the puck betwen Bryan Mountains pads and the Mills were within one, 4-3. Austin Smith opened up a second two goal lead as it turned out to be the winner, scoring at 5:47 of the third. Trevor Hertz scored his second of the night, as he scored with a puck that floated into the top of the net, assists to Williams and to Morrison at 16:32 of the third. Quesnel has a day off and will meet the Salmon Arm Silverbacks Friday at the Sunwave Centre.

Surrey scored 3 powerplay goals enroute to a 5-3 win.

Friday, October 19, 2007
Surrey was trailing Quesnel 2-0 before they got their powerplay on track and took a 3-2 lead by 6:54 of the third period on a goal by Max Grassi that goaltender Jeff Malcolm couldn't squeeze. Quesnel had opened up a 2-0 lead in the first on goals by John Williams(8) as Mike Leidl picked up the only assist on the first goal at 2:22 and Darryl Gagnon showed some offensive flare, firing the puck between the pads of Andrew Hammond shorthanded at 4:42 of the first. Surrey came back with one of their own at 11:27 of the second, as Phil Magistrale fired a point shot that made it through. Scott Brownlee then deflected a point shot, equalling the score at 2 at 14:31 of the second stanza. Quesnel tied the game at 3 with a powerplay goal of their own late in the third, as Dustin Popowich(4) scored at 12:07 with assists going to Darren Ezelyk, and Konrad Becker.
The go ahead goal was scored after Quesnel couldn't clear the line, and a soft back hand found the back of the net off the stick of Scott Knowles. Knowles later got the insurance marker into an empty net, completing his four point night with 2 goals and 2 assists. The Mills hit the road for 5 games, starting Wednesday in Penticton.

Blanleil , Pagee, and Harrison lead the Mills to the Win past Merritt

Thursday, October 18, 2007
The Millionaires started slow, but then outplayed Merritt most of the way as they downed the Centennials 5-2. Merritt opened the scoring only 2 minutes in as Kevin Koopman picked up a goal. John Williams fanned on his shot and it was overplayed by goaltender Anthony Manfredi as Quesnel tied it at 1 5:32 into the first. Lee Pagee then gave Quesnel a 2-1 lead at 15:40 as he deflected the point shot by Chad Blanleil. A shorthanded goal 2 on 1 with Casey Zabotel finishing it off at 16:26 of the first was as close as Merritt came in the game. Quesnel then scored 3 unanswered goals, as Jordon Harrison with his first of two at 4:08 on the power play with assists going to Lee Pagee and Taylor Rovatti. Harrison then scored on a wrap around and Pagee also set this one up as well as a helper to Chad Blanleil. For Blanleil it was his third point and assist of the night. Quesnel finished the scoring as Solomon McCann roofed a shot at 14:54 with assists to Konrad Becker and to Dustin Popowich. Jeff Malcolm after a shaky start, played solid the rest of the way, stopping 21 of 23 shots in total. Quesnel is right back at it on Friday night when they host the Surrey Eagles.

Hertz continues his strong play in win over Alberni Valley

Thursday, October 11, 2007
Trevor Hertz scored his 6th and 7th goals of the season as Quesnel doubled up on Alberni Valley Bull Dogs 4-2. Hertz notched his first on a wrap around at 3:17 of the first with an assist to John Williams. The Bull dogs tied it 20 secons later as Daniel Moriarty flipped a back hand over Jeff Malcolm. Hertz then put Quesnel back in front at 17:53 with an open net goal as Williams and Curt Morrison fed him the puck out in front. Solomon McCann made it 3-1 with a backhand shot from the face off dot at 3:38 of the second, unassisted. Moriarty picked up his second of the night, as he feathered a puck in front and it found the back of the net with all the traffic in front of Malcolm at 8:07 of the second. Lee Pagee gave Quesnel the insurance marker at 12:11 of the third, as he deked out the goaltender as Mike Leidl kept the puck in at the line. Quesnel outshot Alberni Valley by a margin of 39-22. Next action for Quesnel will be Thursday vs the Merritt Centennials.

Quesnel falls one goal shy

Wednesday, October 10, 2007
The Millionaires dropped a 5-4 decision in a game they outshot the Silverbacks 34-33. Salmon Arm stormed out of the gate with 3 goals in the first period, chasing Quesnel starter Tyler Esau after the second marker. Conor Morrison notched the first two Silverbacks goals at l:22 and 3:58 of the first period. It was 3-0 by the 10 minute mark after Sam Mitchell roofed a shot behind relief goalie Jeff Malcolm. It was all Quesnel in the second period, as Dustin Popowich rifled a shot over Jason Horstmans right shoulder at 49 seconds. Konrad Becker picked up the lone assist. Trevor Hertz popped his 5th at 4:33 on a great give an go with John Williams, and with just over a minute and a half to go in the period, Quesnel tied it as Lee Pagee took a pass from the corner from Jordon Harrison and deked out the goalie. Taylor Rovatti picked up the second assist. The Silverbacks opened up a two goal lead early in the third off the stick of Randy Hanagan on a shorthanded breakaway at 5:59 and 30 seconds later, Michael Glaicar notched the eventual winner at 6:35 with a low point shot. The Mills made it close at 16:59 as John Williams put back a rebound at 16:59 with assits to Hertz and Curt Morrison. Quesnel is back on the ice Thursday night against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs.

Solid game by Penticton

Sunday, October 07, 2007
The Penticton Vees played a solid game for their third game in 3 days as they downed the Millionaires Sunday 4-1. Quesnel outshot the Vees 33-30, but goaltender Bryan Mountain again was solid stopping 32 of 33 shots. The vees opened the scoring on a fluke goal, as it bounced off Dustin Popowich when Chris Baker was trying to fire it up ice. Quesnel tied it at 4:08 of the second on a power play by Curt Morrison(2) with assists to McCann and to Hertz. The Vees then scored 2 more in the second, Zac Dalpe at 6:27 on the power play and then Austin Smith took a feed in the slot, and snapped in a back hand at 10:49. The only scoring of the third, was off the stick of Michael Guzzo at 18:49 to ice it for the Vees. Next action for Quesnel is Wednesday when they host Salmon Arm Silverbacks.

Mills strong third period not enough

Friday, October 05, 2007
It took a third period brawl at 4:32 of the third before Quesnel woke up as they dropped a 5-2 decision to Penticton. The Vees scored 3 power play markers to pace their attack. Goals by Kyle McMurphy with 2, and singles by Michael Guzzo, Austin Smith, and Brett Hextall into an empty net. Quesnel got goals from John Williams with his 4th at 5:43 of the third with assists to Trevor Hertz and Jordon Harrison. Hertz then popped his 4th of the year with assists to Jordon Harrison and John Williams. After the dust had settled Penticton picked up 2 Gross Misconducts, one to Brad Davis and the other to Scott Brownlee. Bryan Fountain was the difference early in the game, as he stopped John Williams from in close and a breakaway against Trevor Hertz or it possibly could of been a different story. The same two teams will meet again on Sunday at 2:00pm.

Mills acquire a Defenceman

Tuesday, October 02, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to announce the acquisition of Defenceman David Maltais(88) from the Cowichan Valley Capitals for Future Considerations. Maltais is from St Jean Chrysostome, 5'10" and 182 lbs and was in his second year with the Capitals. Maltais had just one assist in 6 games this year while in 06-07 he played in 55 games, scored once with 10 assists for 11 points, and 55 Pims.
Mills Coach Tom Bohmer, is excited to be able to have Maltais in the line up Friday when the Millionaires host the Penticton Vees.

Mills win a thriller in Overtime 3-2

Saturday, September 29, 2007
Lee Pagee forced a turnover in the Prince George end during the second overtime to give Quesnel the 3-2 win over their northern rivals. The overtime action was end to end during the first and second session before Pagee with his second of the night, got it through the pads of goaltender Shane Mainprize. The unassisted marker came at 3:50 of double overtime. Prince George tied the game at two when Greg Halladay tucked in a rebound at 8:02 of the third. The only goal in the second came from Lee Pagee at 11:45 from a scramble in front of the net with some good work behind the net by Tom Margetak, and Jordon Harrison. Both teams had a goal each in the first with the Spruce Kings opening the scoring at 11:51, picking up the puck from a mix up with the goalie and defenceman. Quesnel then tied it, as Trevor Hertz put in his 3rd of the season as he picked up a loose puck at the blueline with assists to John Williams and Chad Blanleil. Quesnel outshot Prince George 42-34. Next action for Quesnel is Oct 5th, when they host the Penticton Vees.

Westside powerplay is too much for the Mills

Thursday, September 27, 2007
A Hatrick by Chris Shudo.including 2 on the powerplay upended the Quesnel Millionaires 7-3 Thursday in the Okanagan City. Quesnel opened the scoring as Tom Margetak slammed home a feed from Curt Morrison to score his second of the season with an assist to Konrad Becker. Westside then scored three consecutive goals, the first at 9:54 of the first. Bryce Kakoske made it 2-1 and then Shudo with his second in the second made it 3-1. Quesnel made it close at 3-2 with a goal from Trevor Hertz, and assists to Popowich and Wiliams. Westside then scored 4 more unanswered goals to put the game out of reach. Justin Schultz, Trevor Bailey, Brad Mason and then Shudo's third ended the scoring for Westside. Quesnel Chad Blanleil scored his 4th of the season on a powerplay at 9:23 of the third, with assists to Mike Leidl and Taylor Rovatti. Quesnel was outshot 39-17 overall. Next action for Quesnel is Saturday when they host Prince George.

Mills back on track

Tuesday, September 25, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires got solid goaltending from Jeff Malcolm and 3 point nights from John Williams and Curt Morrison to beat Trail 4-1 Tuesday. The win moves Quesnel record to 4-3 on the season. Curt Morrison opened the scoring for Quesnel on a beautiful goalmouth feed from John williams with the other assist going to Trevor Hertz. Trail tied it at one as Brayden Kinnebrew was the recipient of a Trail bounce at 15;03 of the first. Konrad Becker on a great give and go with Morrison made it 2-1 in the second with his first of the season at 6:15 of the second. John Williams got both goals in the third, his first at 10:22 and then an empty netter at 19:42. Quesnel has a day off now before visiting Royal Lepage place for an encounter with Westside on Thursday.

Centennials win in feisty lopsided game

Saturday, September 22, 2007
The game was tied after one period of play before Casey Pierro-Zabotel picked up a natural hatrick in the second period to go along with 3 assists as the Cents dumped Quesnel 8-2. Trevor Hertz picked up his first of the season on a first period powerplay with assists to Frank Skerlac and to Tom Margetak at 17:48. John Williams picked up the second Quesnel goal on the powerplay at 3:50 of the third period with the lone helper going to Dustin Popowich. Jordan Zalba had a pair as well for Merritt, with singles going to H.T. Lenz and Codie Kightley. The Mills hit the road for two games, Tuesday in Trail and Thursday in Westside.

Mills hit a brick wall of Westside Defence

Friday, September 21, 2007
A solid effort by the defence of Westside turned any momentum Quesnel tried to muster as they defeated the Millionaires 3-1. Quesnel opened the scoring as Lee Pagee picked up his second of the year as the puck squeezed through the pads of David Briere. Chris Baker and Solomon McCann picked up the assists at 6:14 of the first. Westside then scored 3 unanswered goals, Brad Plumton with a slapshot that beat Jeff Malcolm to tie it at 6:40 of the second. The go ahead and eventual winner came at 18:33 of the second with a goal from Cory Pritz on a partial breakaway. An insurance marker by Brady Mason at 24 seconds of the third 5 on 3 sealed the deal and Briere was solid in the nets. Westside outshot Quesnel 29-20 thru the three periods. Quesnel meets Merritt on Saturday for their next action.

Mills Impressive in 5-2 win over Trail Sunday

Sunday, September 16, 2007
After losing to Trail on Saturday night, Quesnel came back with a 5-2 win Sunday afternoon to run their season totals to 3-1. Trail opened the scoring on a beautiful individual effort by Kevin Limbert as he outmuscled the Quesnel defence and snapped home a high gloveside wrist shot while shorthanded at 11:11 of the first period. Quesnel tied it 1:30 later on the powerplay as Tom Margetak whipped a shot at the net, that handcuffed Grant Rolheiser as the puck rolled in off his glove hand. Quesnel picked up the only goal of the second, as John Williams did alot of the work before Dustin Popowick slapped in a backhand from in tight, again on the powerplay at 10:20 with the other assist going to Chris Baker. The Mills then opened up a 4 goal lead with 3 goals in 5 minutes in the third period. Popowick got his second of the afternoon, again on a feed from John Williams on a 2 on 1. Chad Blanleil put the puck on the net, and it found the way to the back of the net at 3:58 and Darryl Gagnon with his first of the season, after Lee Pagee stole the puck on the Trail defence and put it on the net shorthanded for the goal at 8:02. Trail rounded out the scoring with a late marker by Patrick Martin at 16:43 of the third. Quesnels next action is on Friday when they host the Westside Warriors.

Mills drop a 4-1 decision to Trail

Saturday, September 15, 2007
The difference in this contest was the goaltending of Grant Rolheiser, stopping 40 of 41 shots fired at him.
The big difference also came in the first period when Quesnel was trailing 1-0, Rolheiser stopped a penalty shot by John Williams at 8:15 of the first period. Trail opened the scoring on the powerplay at 2:02 of the first period, unassisted from a shot by Todd Bowman. The Smokies went up 2-0 as Dylan Herold took a pass from Brett Corcoran. Quesnels only goal came on the power play at 17:11 of the first as Darren Ezelyk snapped a shot from the point. The goal that appeared to break the Mills back was when Brett Corcoran scored with only 13 seconds left in the second. A ricochet shot on the power play by Cameron Brodie wrapped up the scoring for the Trail squad. The Mills hook up with Trail again on Sunday afternoon at 2:00pm.

15 Game Passes for Sale

Friday, September 14, 2007
Attention All Shift Workers The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to offer 15 game passes. $150.00 for 15 games. Call the Mills office or starting Monday, the 15 game passes will be available at Husky on Front Street in downtown Quesnel.

Make it Two Wins in a Row

Saturday, September 08, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires scored 5 unanswered goals to pick up their second road victory of the season beating Trail 5-3 on Saturday. The turning poing was in the second period when Jordon Harrison scored 2 power play goals and Chad Blanleil tied it with 22 seconds left in the second. Solomon McCann got the winner at 11:18 of the third with the assist going to Dustin Popowich and an empty netter by Lee Pagee sealed the victory. Next action for Quesnel is their Home Opener on Saturday Sept 15th, when they take on the same Trail Smoke Eaters.

Mills win in OT

Friday, September 07, 2007
It Was end to end action in Merritt as the Quesnel Millionaires beat the Centennials at 2:23 of the first overtime 4-3, as Mike Leidl slammed home a rebound after John Williams had carried the puck into the slot. Goaltender Jeff Malcolm started the play in his first BCHL victory. The centennials had tied the game at 13:54 as Justin Thomas found the twine after the puck bounced off the side boards. Jordon Harrison had given Quesnel a 3-2 with a beautiful wrist shot into the top corner at 10:29. Chad Blanleil was given credit for the Mills second goal on the power play at 7:47 of the third and John Williams slammed home a rebound in the second period at 6:40 to complete Quesnels scoring. The Mills outshot Merritt in the third 18-9 and overall 31-28. The win was Quesnels first on the road since Dec 3/05. The optimism that was shown during the camp this year appears to have carried over to the Regular season as Quesnel heads to Trail to take on the Smoke Eaters Saturday Night.

Manryk on the move

Tuesday, September 04, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires have traded forward Jeff Manryk (88)back to the Alberni Valley Bulldogs for Future Considerations. The Mills had acquired Manryk earlier this year at the trade deadline.

3 Wins in a Row

Saturday, September 01, 2007
Quesnel trailed by as many as 3 goals, but came from behind to squeak out a 6-5 victory Thursday over Merritt. Nick Kang opened the scoring for Merrit before Tom Margetak picked up his first of two at 6:24 on a feed from John Williams. Tyler Halladay, Mark Stinson, and Clay Spalding gave Merritt a 4-1 lead when Solomon McCann banged in his first of the pre season at 13:56 with helpers going to Williams and Dustin Popowich. Casey Fratkin restored the 3 goal lead before John Williams scored the third of the night for Quesnel at 17:26.
Solomon McCann notched his second at10:12 of the second. Lee Pagee unassisted at :38 seconds tied the game and the winner came from Tom Margetak at 1:43 with the assist going to Frank Skerlak. Quesnel scored 3 of their six goals on the powerplay.

Mills go 3-1 in Exhibition Action

Saturday, September 01, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires played with the Merritt Centennials for two periods, before they eventually lost their final pre season game 8-4. Quesnel led 2-0 after the first period on goals by Lee Pagee unassisted, and Jeff Manryk on a powerplay at 13:17 on a wrap around with assists going to Curt Morrison and Taylor Rovatti. John Williams opened the scoring in the second at 3:55 on the powerplay as he came across the crease and slid the puck under Jonathan Erickson. McCann and Popowich had the assists. Merritt scored the next 3 to end the second period on even terms at 3-3. Nick Kang, HT Lenz, and Clay Spalding were the marksmen. Quesnel opened the third with a goal from Adam Taylor from a scramble right in front, and it was the last lead for the Mills on the night. Merritt then scored 5 unanswered goals to complete the scoring. Shane Oatway tied the game at 9:17 from the deep slot and then on a shorthanded breakaway goal Nick Kang deked out goaltender Jordan Simpson to pave the way to the victory. Other goals in the third went to HT Lenz with his second into an empty net, with Jordan Grant, and Nick Kang with his third rounding out the scoring. Quesnels next action is Friday Sept 7th, when Quesnel opens the regular season against the same Centennials in Merritt.

Millionaires acquire Konrad Becker

Saturday, September 01, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires have acquired Forward Konrad Becker(88) from the Westside Warriors and Future considerations for the rights to Brady Mason. Becker is 6' 2" and 200 lbs from Spruce Grove, Alberta and as a rookie last year with the Warriors, he played in 51 games, scoring 8 goals, 8 assists for 16 points and 61 minutes in penalties. The Quesnel Millionaires would like to welcome Konrad Becker to our organization.

Mills win their second in a row

Thursday, August 30, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires have defeated the Prince George Spruce Kings for the second time in as many nights, downing the Kings 3-2 in exhibition action. Quesnel opened the scoring on the powerplay, as Jeff Manryk slid the puck along the ice, beating the goaltender Jared Beaulieu from the left face off dot on the power play at 5:36 of the first period. Assists went to Riley Ferster and Mike Leidl. Quesnel outshot Prince 13-5 in the first twenty minutes of play. Prince George tied it at 1:22 of the second while Quesnel was two men short, as Kevin Hanna snapped home the first goal for the home side. Quesnel again took a one goal lead at 2:21 of the third, as John Williams on the power play found the back of the net from the right face off dot, with helpers coming from Chris Baker and Darren Ezelyk. Prince George tied it on a power play of their own in the third as Todd Gebert had a wide open rebound goal from a scramble in front of the net. The winner came on a 2 on 1 as Dustin Popowich, acquired at the Trade Deadline twice faked a pass, before snapping a low wrist shot into the right side of the net, with assists going to John Williams and Darren Ezelyk. Prince George ended up outshooting Quesnel 28-27. Jordan Simpson played the second half in goal for Quesnel, after Brian Schmautz played the first period and a half. Next Action for Quesnel is Thursday and Friday in Merritt as they take on the Centennials.

Quesnel Wins Opening Exhibition Game

Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Quesnel won the opening game of their Exhibition Season as they downed the Prince George Spruce Kings 4-0 on Tuesday Night.

Rodney Lavoie opened the scoring on a turn over deep in the Kings zone, roofing the puck as Quesnel was shorthanded at 16:42. Frank Skerlak made it 2-0 with a goal at 19:44 on a 2 on 1 with a beautiful feed from Trevor Hertz. The Mills outshot Prince 12-7. Hertz then made it 3-0 with a great feed from the corner off the stick of Lee Pagee at 11:42 of the second. Jeff Manryk completed the scoring just :18 seconds later, again from the slot with an assist from Trevor Hertz. Hertz ended the night with a goal and 2 helpers. Quesnel and Prince George each fired 8 shots in the second period and the Kings outshot Quesnel 12-8 in the scoreless third period. Jeff Malcolm and Michael Garteig split the goaltending duties and shared in the shut out. Next action for Quesnel is Wednesday night in Prince George, before wrapping up the pre season with a pair of road games in Merritt Thursday and Friday.

Hockey School August 13 to 17

Monday, August 13, 2007
The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to announce that Brett Festerling, Captain of the 2007 Memorial Cup Champion Vancouver Giants and his brother Garrett Festerling, who has led the Regina Pats in scoring the past 2 years will be helping to instruct at the Mills Summer Hockey School Aug 13-17th, So register now for the Quesnel Millionaires Summer Hockey School.