2006 Season

Mills Lose Second To Last Game

The Quesnel Millionaires lost 5-0 against the Trail Smoke Eaters on March 3.

Mills Lose Third To Last Game

The Quesnel Millionaires lost 6-4 against the Williams Lake Timber Wolves on March 1. The game was high hopes for the Mills as they were leading 1-0 after the first period, with Johnston scoring the only goal at 2:21 on the power play from Pagee and Leonard. Then :44 seconds into the second period Clare scored his first goal of the season from Vickers and Rioux. Then at 5:14 Johnston scored his second goal of the night from Leonard and Gordin. The Mills were leading 3-0, but then the Timber Wolves scored three quick goals before the second period finished. The Timber Wolves scored an early goal in the third period, putting them in the lead by one goal. Then Johnston receiving his hat trick scored for the Mills to tie up the game at 11:32 short handed from Vickers. But the Timber Wolves wear able to score two more goals before the game ended.

Johnston received Third Star!

Fan Appreciation Winners

Discovery Computers-Maureen Murray
Mills Signed Jersey-Eva McCauley
Mary's Gift-Bob Garner
City Furniture-Sylvia Garner
1 Season Ticket-Bob Garner
Quesnel Ski And Outdoor-Ashley Brulotte
One Wine Kit-Joyce Hagel
Willis Harper-Judy Johannesen

Mills Win Last Home Game

The Quesnel Millionaires finished off their last home game of the season with a 5-2 win against the Trail Smoke Eaters on February 25. The Mills played an excellent game, fighting through the whole game. Lindsay started off the scoring for the Mills in the first period at 10:21, unassisted. The first period ended 1-0 for the Mills. A minute after the second period started Einfeld scored from Rioux and Johnston on the power play. The Smoke Eaters scored a few seconds before the period ended, resulting a 2-1 score for the Mills. There was no way the Mills were going to lose their last home game of the season, so at 1:52 on the power play, Ezelyk scored his first BCHL goal, from Lindsay. Then at 5:27 Einfeld scored his second goal of the night from Sonne on the power play. The Mills fifth goal was by Pagee from Johnston and Gordin at 18:19. Congratulations to Ezelyk for scoring his first BCHL goal, and to the whole team for playing an awesome last home game of the season. We wish you luck on your last three games of the season.

Einfeld received First Star!

Henderson received Second Star!

Lindsay received Third Star!

Mills Lose Second To Last Home Game

The Quesnel Millionaires lost against the Vernon Vipers 6-0 on February 24.

Pagee received Third Star!

Mills Playing Against Centennials

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Merritt Centennials on February 18. The Mills ended up losing 4-2. The Mills didn't score until the third period by Reid from Little and Lindsay at 4:33. The Mills fought hard, pulling their goalie in the last two minutes resulting in a goal by Vickers at19:07 from Rioux and Leonard, but the Centennials scored an empty net, securing their win with just a few seconds left.

Rioux received Third Star!

Mills Win

The Quesnel Millionaires have won a game. they played against the Williams Lake Timberwolves on February 12, and won 5-4. Both team played really hard resulting in no score after the first period. But as soon as the second period started the Mills came out hard scoring at 4:37 by Pagee from Johnston. Then at 11:26 on the power play Vickers scored the Mills second goal of the night from Pagee and Gordin. :26 seconds after the Mills second goal, Pagee scored his second of the night from Gordin and Einfeld, also on the power play. Before the second period finished the Timberwolves were able to score two goals resulting in a 3-2 score. The Timberwolves scored to quick goals as soon as the third period started, which put them in the lead by one. So, at 4:41 Sonne scored to tie up the game from Dewer. The teams were battling it out, trying to win the game. Then at 10:20 Dewer scored the Mills fifth goal, putting them in the lead from Ezelyk and Sonne. The Mills wanted to win this game, and they succeeded with the help of their goaltender James Morrison who did an outstanding job in net.

Pagee received First Star!

Dewer received Second Star!

Mills Lose In Their Double Overtime Slump

The Quesnel Millionaires played an outstanding last game against their rivals the Prince George Spruce Kings. Both teams played a tough and outstanding game keeping the score always within one. The Spruce Kings started off the scoring in the first period, but :29 before the period ended, Lindsay score the Mills first goal of the night from Leonard and Vickers. Then in the second period Gassoff put the Mills in the lead scoring at 8:36, unassisted. About a minute after the Mills scored, the Spruce Kings tied the game back up once again. In the third period, the Spruce Kings scored early having the lead once more. The fans were thinking that the game was over, but at 18:45 Vickers scored the tying goal from Reid and Dewer. Both teams were skating hard to try and get a goal before the third period ended, but both had no luck. The first overtime was played fast, and good shots and chances on the net. But in the second overtime with only :15 seconds left a wide open Spruce King got the winning goal.

Morrison received Second Star!

Mills Lose Against Vipers

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Vernon Vipers on February 7. The Mills lost 5-1. The Mills were losing 5-0 into the third period, until Vickers scored at 15:38 on the power play from Leonard and Dewer.

Interview with BC Hockey Now
Kevin Parnell

Not many coaches could look at a 5 win record and be happy and Quesnel Millionaires coach Brian Kozak is no different. But Kozak, in his first full season as the Millionaires’ head coach and general manager, feels his team is better than its 5-27-2-4 record as of Jan. 5 suggests. “We are not a five win team but we are, that’s the reality of it,” said Kozak, 39 and a Centennial Cup winner as a player with the Richmond Sockeyes’ under coach Orland Kurtenbach. “We try to teach our players life lessons and I tell them sometimes things get tough. It’s a life lesson. You face adversity. How do you face it? They are facing it head on.” While the Millionaires’ record tells one story the closeness of many of their losses over the past two months tells a different one. Since a 3-2 loss to Salmon Arm on Oct. 27, the Millionaires have suffered eight of its 12 losses by one or two goals. Two of those losses have come in overtime and they have also tied two games. Still there is no hiding from what has been a year of struggles for the Millionaires. “Obviously it has been a tough year by our record,” said Kozak. “We had a real tough start especially with what we had left over from last year. But since mid-October we have played some great hockey.” With the BCHL trade deadline set for January 10, the Millionaires lineup, as well as many around the league, could be much different as teams look to either load up for the playoffs or build for the future. Although Quesnel has not been mathematically eliminated from the playoffs it would take a minor miracle for the club to make the post-season. That means the trade deadline is another opportunity to keep rebuilding for Kozak. “I only have two players left from last year,” he said. “We have been rebuilding all along. We have a plan and our plan is to bring good young players here that want to play the game and mix them in with some good veterans who have heart who want to go to college or to the WHL.” Part of Kozak’s plan includes dealing for players who may be stuck on a big market team’s third line and give them big ice time on the power play and penalty kill or bring in a good young player who may move on to the WHL after one or two seasons. “That’s an avenue we are looking at,” said Kozak. “Quesnel brought in (Gilbert) Brule as a 15-year-old and they knew they only had him for one year, but what a year it was. It’s a different tier (recruiting to Quesnel). Instead of complaining we are being proactive.” So far this year Kozak has dealt for Teddy Vickers from Chilliwack who recently signed with Amherst University as well as Joel Leonard from Vernon who is also drawing scholarship consideration. The two are examples of players who have enjoyed playing in Quesnel, a small town that is passionate about its hockey. But with an aging building that needs to be replaced it’s a battle in itself attracting players against teams that have new buildings like Vernon or Salmon Arm. “You have to get them young and treat them well and keep them here,” said Kozak, who could have as many as 17 players back in next year’s lineup. “This town deserves a winner. I know the rink used to be just hopping. It’s something that I want to get here. We have our game plan and hopefully next year is better and the year after is better.”

Mills Lose

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Salmon Arm Silverbacks on February 4. They ended up losing 5-0.

Mills Lose In Double Overtime Once Again

The Quesnel Millionaires have lost once more in double overtime. This time they lost 7-6 against the Merritt Centennials on February 3. It wasn't looking good for the Mills in the first period as the Centennials were leading 4-0, until Vickers got a goal before the period ended at 18:14 from Dewer and Leonard. As soon as the second period started, the Mills were getting goals. At 3:32 Reid scored from Rioux and Einfeld. Then at 5:12 Reid scored his second goal of the night from Gordin and Naito. Then at 8:20 Vickers scored from Leonard. Then Little scored from Jacklin and Dewer at 13:30. Then Leonard scored the tying goal for the Mills at 14:39 from Rioux and Vickers. The Mills fought hard to try and win this game, but they had their double overtime bad luck once again.

Vickers received Third Star!

Mills Lose Against Chiefs

The Quesnel Millionaires lost against the Chilliwack Chiefs on January 28. They ended up losing 3-2. The Mills didn't start scoring until the third period. Gassoff scored the Mills first goal at 12:40 on the power play from Gagnon and Reid. Then at 17:18 on the power play Vickers scored from Leonard and Einfeld.

Henderson received Third Star!

Mills Lose In Second Overtime

The Quesnel Millionaires lost 4-3 in overtime against the South Surrey Eagles on January 27. It wasn't looking good for the Millionaires after the first period as they were losing 3-2. At 13:52 in the second period Rioux got the Mills on the score board scoring from Leonard and Reid. Then at 16:31 on the power play Pagee scored from Leonard and Vickers. The Mills were only down one point going into the third period. The game was winding down, and it looked as if the Eagles were going to win, but at 19:30 Vickers scored from Leonard, tying the game up right before it ended. Unfortunately for the Mills, the Eagles scored the winning goal in the second overtime.

Leonard received Second Star!

Mills Lose

The Quesnel Millionaires lost against the Cowichan Valley Capitals 4-1 on January 25. After the first period the Mills were down 2-0. In the second period at 7:25 Little scored from Gagnon and Vickers. The Mills weren't able to get any more pucks into the net, while the Capitals were able to sneak the puck into our net letting them score two more goals before the game was over.

Lindsay received Third Star!

Mills Lose In Double Overtime Again

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Burnaby Express on January 22. They played another great game, but lost 3-2 in double overtime once again. The Mills were scoreless until the second period when Reid scored at 7:22 from Gagnon and Gassoff. Then at 12:05 Reid scored his second goal of the night from Sonne and Dewer. The Mills fought to the very end, but the puck ended up slipping into the Mils net.

Henderson received First Star!

Reid received Third Star!

Mills Lose In Double Overtime

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Penticton Vees on January 20. They lost 3-2 in double overtime. The Mills had the only score in the first period by Sonne at 6:50 from Dewer and Einfeld. The Mills were leading 1-0 going into the third period. The Vees scored one goal in the third period tying up the game, but Reid had to score the Mills second goal, so they would be leading again. Reid scored the goal at 11:48 from Gagnon and Gassoff. The Vees scored one more goal before the period ended, with both teams going into double overtime, until the Vees unfortunately got the puck in the net.

Henderson received First Star!

Mills Have Another Loss

The Quesnel Millionaires have another loss on their side. This time it was against the Salmon Arm Silverbacks. The Mills lost 4-1. The Mills didn't score until the second period at 15:44 by Leonard from Cameron and Rioux.

Mills Start On Another Losing Streak

The Quesnel Millionaires lost again, against the Williams Lake Timberwolves on December 7. This time they lost 3-2. The Mills started out good, once again, being the only score in the first period by Lindsay from Cameron and Johnston at 1:20. In the second period the Timberwolves scored to tie up the game, but the Mills didn't like it, so Leonard scored at 13:01 from Johnston, putting the Mills with a 2-1 lead. Unfortunately the Timberwolves had to tie up the game before the second period finished. The Mills fought hard to the very end, but the Timberwolves ended up scoring a goal, winning the game.

Henderson received Second Star!

Mills Lose First Game In 2006

The Quesnel Millionaires lost their first game off 2006, 5-3 against the Williams Lake Timberwolves on January 6. The Mills got the only goal in the first period at 17:21 by Cameron, unassisted. Then in the second period the Mills got their second goal of the night by Sonne from Baker and Vickers at 11:51. It was looking good for the Mills as they were up 2-0 going into the third period, but not all good things last. The Timberwolves scored four goals in a row. At 10:13 Sonne got his second goal of the night, third goal for the Mills from Ezelyk and Baker.

Sonne received Second Star!

Mills Lose Last Game Of Year 2005

The Quesnel Millionaires didn't end the year 2005 the way they would have wanted to. They lost 4-1 against the Prince George Spruce Kings on December 17. The Mills didn't score until the second period at 17:33 by LaForest from Rioux and Johnston.

Henderson received Second Star!

Mills Tie Again

The Quesnel Millionaires tied their second game in a row, this time 2-2 against the Trail Smoke Eaters on December 16. The Smoke Eaters were up 2-0 until half way through the second period when Cameron scored at 12:24 from Gordin and Wilson. Then in the third period at 14:50 on the power play Cameron scored his second goal of the night, tying up the game from Johnston and Gordin. The teams went into double over time, playing hard the whole time, and never giving up.

Henderson received First Star!

Cameron received Third Star!

Mills Tie

The Quesnel Millionaires tied against the Prince George Spruce Kings 0-0 on December 14.

Henderson received Second Star!

Mills Unsuccessful On Road Trip

The Quesnel Millionaires unfortunately are unsuccessful on their Island road trip. They lost their third game 11-2 against the Nanaimo Clippers on December 11. The Mills first goal was in the first period at 17:31 on the power play by Johnston from Gordin and Leonard. After the first period the Mills were just losing 2-1. As soon as the second period started Sonne scored at :50 unassisted. It looked like the Mills were in this game, but the Clippers just started scoring, and the Mills weren't able to put the puck in the net.

Mills Lose Second Road Trip Game Of This Weekend

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs on December 10, end ended up losing 6-4. The Mills played a hard game, never giving up. The Mills first goal was in the second period at 16:19 by Reid from Gagnon and Wilson. The Mills second goal was by Einfeld from MacIntyre in the third period at 4:39. Then at Cameron scored from Sonne and Leonard at 13:56. At 19:08 Vickers scored from MacIntyre and Lindsay.

Henderson received Third Star!

Mills Lose

The Quesnel Millionaires lost 5-1 against the Cowichan Valley Capitals on December 9. The Mills didn't get their goal until the second period at 6:59 by Gassoff from Gordin and LaForest.

Vickers commits to Amherst College

The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to announce that Ted Vickers has committed to Amherst College. Ted’s goal was to further his hockey career and education at a prestigious college and he will begin that journey next fall. Ted, thank you for your commitment to the Quesnel Millionaires Organization.

Mills Lose, But Still Gets One Point

The Quesnel Millionaires finished off their weekend road trip on December 4 against the Penticton Vees. The Mills ended up losing 4-3 in overtime, coming home with 3 points in two games. The Vees started off the scoring for the game in the first period. Then at 12:34 Johnston scored for the Mills from Leonard and Cameron. Before the first period ended the Vees scored one more goal, putting them ahead 2-1. At 1:25 in the second period, Johnston scored his second goal of the night from Wilson and Cameron. Going into the third period the Mills were losing 3-2. The Mills knew they needed at least one more goal, so at 18:14 Cameron did the job from Leonard and Johnston tying the game before the third period ended. But unfortunately The Vees scored the winning goal in overtime.

Johnston received Second Star!

Mills Win Again

The Quesnel Millionaires are turning things around. They beat the Trail Smoke Eaters 5-3 on December 3. The game started out good for the Smoke Eaters as they were winning 1-0 after the first period, but the Mills turned the game around in the second period scoring at 4:20 by Leonard from Rioux and Cameron. Then at 7:18 Johnston scored from Cameron. The Mills had to finish the second period of by scoring once more at 15:08 by Cameron from MacIntyre. The Mills were leading 3-2 after the second period. The Mills kept on playing hard in the third period, which resulted in two more goals, one at 6:33 by MacIntyre from Johnston and Cameron, and then at 19:38 by Leonard from Johnston. The Mills have now won two games in a row, and we hope that they can keep this streak going.

Henderson received First Star!

Leonard received Third Star!

Mills Play An Outstanding Game

The Quesnel Millionaires played an awesome game on November 29 against the Prince George Spruce Kings. The Mills won 3-2 in double overtime. The Mills got their first goal of the night at 13:02 in the first period by Vickers from Lindsay and Einfeld. The first period ended in a 1-1 tie. Then in the second period at 14:06 Rioux scored his third goal of the season from Leonard and Cameron. The second period ended in a 2-2 tie. There was no scoring in the third period and in the first overtime. Then at :48 seconds on the power play Fedyk received a nice pass from ,Cameron and Leonard allowing him to get an awesome shot, which won the game for the Mills.

Vickers received First Star!

Leonard received Third Star!

Mills Break Losing Streak

The Quesnel Millionaires have finally broken their losing streak. They beat the Williams Lake Timberwolves 4-3 on November 22. Sonne started off the night scoring at 14:22 from Wilson in the first period. Then in the second period at 9:19 Einfeld scored unassisted. The Mills third goal of the night was by Gagnon at 15:11 from Reid and Gassoff. The Mills ended the second period leading 3-0. Unfortunately the Timberwolves scored two goals in the third period before the Mills got their fourth goal of the night at 19:12 by Johnston unassisted. The Timberwolves ended up scoring one more goal before the game ended. We would like to congratulate the Mills for winning tonight's game and breaking their losing streak.

Einfeld received First Star!

Lindsay received Second Star!

Mills Lose Another Close Game

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Vernon Vipers on November 20. They ended up losing 3-2. The Mills first goal was in the second period at 5:10 from Leonard. The Mills second goal was by MacIntyre, his first goal of the season from Leonard in the third period at 15:33.

Leonard received Second Star!

Mills Lose Another Game

The Quesnel Millionaires lost 7-4 against the Vernon Vipers on November 18. The Vipers were up 5-0 over half way through the second period until Vickers scored the Mills first goal of the night at 19:22 from Gagnon and Cameron. Going into the third period the Vipers scored one more goal at the beginning. Then at 10:31 Cameron scored from Gordin. At 12:35 on the power play Rioux scored from Leonard. The Mills were on a role, scoring once more at 14:03 by Gagnon from Einfeld. The Vipers got their seventh goal as an empty netter.

Gagnon received Third Star!

Mills Lose Once Again

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Penticton Vees on November 11. They sadly lost 6-1. The Mills didn't get a goal until the third period at 17:03 by Lockman from Leonard and Johnston.

Mills Still On Losing Streak

The Quesnel Millionaires may still be on their losing streak, but they are playing hard and will soon break it. On November 10 they lost 4-2 against the Victoria Salsa. The Mills were down 2-0 after the first period, but as soon as the second period started Lindsay scored from Cameron at 3:33. Then at 3:50, Sonne scored from Einfeld and Little. Unfortunately the Salsa scored two more goals.

Lindsay received Third Star!

Millionaires Getting Closer

The Quesnel Millionaires played a hard game on November 5, against the Vernon Vipers. They ended up losing 4-3 in overtime. The Mills started off the scoring in the first period at 9:56 by Sonne from Gordin. The first period ended in a 1-1 tie. The Mills got their second goal in the second period at 4:16 on the power play by Gordin from Leonard and Lockman. Then at 7:40 Vickers scored from Wilson. The Mills were leading 3-2 going into the third period. The Vipers ended up scoring the tying goal, making the teams go into overtime. The Mills ended up losing, but they never gave up, and were playing tough the whole time.

Loney received Third Star!

Millionaires October Raffle Winners:

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Mills Get Out Shot

The Quesnel Millionaires may have lost another game on October 30 against the top team in the league the Nanaimo Clippers 7-4, but if you looked on the shots on net which was 40 more for the Clippers against the Millionaires the game was not bad. The Mills game out strong, hitting a lot and playing tough. The Mills didn't get a goal until late in the first period at 18:18 on the power play by Vickers from Cameron. Then at 19:02 Cameron scored from Lindsay. The first period ended in a 2-2 tie. In the second period Gassoff scored at 18:47 from Lockman and Leonard. The Mills kept the game in a 3-3 tie after the second period. But in the third period the Clippers scored four goals before the Mills could get their fourth goal of the night by Lindsay from LaForest at 19:36 on the power play.

Miszczak received First Star!

Don't Give Up On Your Mills Yet

The Quesnel Millionaires played on October 29 against the Merritt Centennials. They came out hard, and kept on playing the whole game. They ended the third period with a 4-4 tie. They went into two overtimes, but ended up losing 5-4, but came out of the game with one point. The Mills first goal was at 15:43 on the power play by Wilson from Cameron and Leonard in the first period. Going into the third period the Mills were losing 3-1, but then they started lighting up the net. At 7:07 Vickers scored from Wilson and LaForest. The Mills third goal was by Einfeld at 12:30 from Loney and Sonne. Then Wilson scored the tying goal, and his second goal of the night at 18:19 from Lindsay and Cameron.

Wilson received Second Star!

Mills Get Close

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Salmon Arm Silverbacks on October 26. They played a great game, but still resulted in a 3-2 loss. The Mills didn't get a goal until the second period by Lockman, unassisted at 8:59. Then at 12:25 in the third period on the power play Cameron scored from Vickers and MacIntyre.

Miszczak received First Star!

Mills Can't Break Losing Streak

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Langley Hornets on October 15. They lost 3-0.

Miszczak receiver Third Star!

Mills Lose

The Quesnel Millionaires sadly lost against the Alberni Valley Bulldogs 9-2 on October 14. The Mills didn't score until the second period at 6:49 by Overton from Gagnon and Cameron. The Mills second goal was by Cameron from Overton and Ezelyk in the third period at 15:51.

Mills Lose A Close Game

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Prince George Spruce Kings on October 11. They had a close game, but lost 1-0.

Morrison received Third Star!

Mills Can't Get Out Of Losing Streak

The Quesnel Millionaires lost 6-3 against the Salmon Arm Silverbacks on October 8. The Silverbacks scored 3 goals in the first period leading 3-0. No one scored in the second period, but in the third period the Mills came out hard resulting in a goal from Lindsay at 13:57 on the power play from Gagnon and Gassoff. Then at 14:16 Gurba scored the Mills second goal of the night from Sonne. The Mills third goal was by Cameron from Reid and Overton at 18:42, but their hard playing just wasn't enough for them to get a few more goals before the period ended.

Gassoff receiver Third Star!

Mills Lose In Overtime

The Quesnel Millionaires had a close game tonight against the Powell River Kings losing 5-4 in the first overtime. They came out hard, and it resulted in Overton scoring at 7:53 from Westwood and Cameron. Then Overton scored his second goal of the night at 10:52 on the power play from Cameron. The Mills ended the period 2-0. But in the second period the Kings came back tying the game 2-2. At 2:45 in the third period Gagnon scored a short-handed goal from Rioux and Wilson. Then the Kings came right back tying the game up once again. Then at 5:12 Einfeld scored from Gagnon and Rioux, but the Kings got one more goal to tie the game. Unfortunately the Kings got the goal in the first overtime.

Overton received First Star!

Gagnon received Third Star!

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Mills In A Slump

The Quesnel Millionaires continue their losing streak. this time they lost 7-1 against the Burnaby Express on October 2. The Mills only goal, started off the first period scoring by Lindsay from Gagnon and Westwood at 2:06, but the Mills just couldn't put the puck in the net for the rest of the game.

Mills Can't Break Losing Streak

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Victoria Salsa on October 1. They lost 6-2. The Mills didn't get their first goal until the second period at 19:33 by Lindsay from Sonne and Overton. In the third period at 12:08 on the power play Overton scores the Mills second goal of the night from Sonne.

Mills Have Another Loss

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Powell River Kings on Sept. 30. They sadly lost 7-2. The Mills didn't score until the second period at 10:16 by Sonne from Einfeld and LaForest. Then in the third period Sonne scored his second goal of the night at 11:04 on the power play from MacIntyre and LaForest.

Mills On A Losing Streak

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Langley Hornets on September 28. They had a sad 5-0 loss.

Mills Lose A Close Game

The Quesnel Millionaires played against the Williams Lake Timberwolves on September 27. They lost 5-4. When the game started off it wasn't looking to good for the Mills when the Timberwolves scored with in 13 seconds of the game starting. By the end of the first period the Timberwolves scored 3 goals, leading 3-0. Then in the second period at 19:03 Overton got the Mills first goal of the night from Lockman and Cameron. The second period ended with the Timberwolves leading 5-1. When the Mills came out of their dressing room for the third period, they came out strong, with LaForest scoring at 4:10 from Lindsay and Westwood. Then at 5:57 Lockman scored from Overton. Then before the period ended Wilson scored at 19:38 from Sonne and Hamill, making the game 5-4 with only a few seconds left. The Mills were so close of scoring the tying goal, but the puck just wouldn't go in the net.

Lockman received Second Star!

Mills Lose Against Chiefs

The Quesnel Millionaires lost against the Chilliwack Chiefs 5-2 on September 24. The scoring started off early for both teams with the Chiefs scoring within one minute of the game and Sonne scoring at 3:17 from Hamill and Lockman. There were no more goals for the rest of the period. The only goal in the second period was by the Chiefs scoring late into the period. Then in the third period at 17:37 Sonne scored his second goal of the night from Rioux and Hamill.

Miszczak received Third Star!

Mills Win First Home Game

The Quesnel Millionaires played a strong game against the South Surrey Eagles, having the result of a 6-3 win. Cameron started off the scoring in the first period at 9:32 on the power play from MacIntrye. Then at 16:39 Hamill scored the Mills second goal of the night, unassisted. The first period ended with the Mills up 2-1. Sonne started the scoring off in the second period at 5:34 from Penner. Then short-handed at 12:02, Cameron scored his second goal of the night, sixth goal of the season, unassisted. Before the second period ended Lockman scored his first goal of the season at 19:16 from Sonne and Hamill. Wilson scored the only Mills goal at 3:02, unassisted in the third period.

Sonne received First Star!

Cameron received Second Star!

Mills Are So Close

The Quesnel Millionaires were so close on September 20 against the Prince George Spruce Kings. They lost 3-2, with Spruce Kings only scoring with less then a minute to end the game. The Mills scoring didn't start until the third period when Rioux scored his first BCHL goal from Fedyk and Hamill at 3: 17. Then at 16:24 LaForest scored the tying goal from Lindsay and Westwood. Congratulations to Rioux for scoring his first BCHL goal.

LaForest received Second Star!

Mills Play A Close Game Against Smoke Eaters

The Quesnel Millionaires lost a close game against the Trail Smoke Eaters. The Some Eaters ended up winning 5-4. In the first period the Smoke Eaters started off the scoring, but not too long after they scored Wilson scored his first goal of the season from Cameron and LaForest at 8:04. Then Gurba scores his first BCHL goal from Westwood and Rioux. The Mills ended the period winning 2-1. In the second period it wasn't looking to good for the Mills when the Smoke Eaters got 3 goals. Then at 15:32 on the power play, Sonne got his first goal of the season from Penner. When the second period ended the Smoke Eaters were up 5-3. Cameron scored the only goal in the third period at 5:36 from Gassoff and Gordin. The Mills were very close at scoring with just a few seconds left, but the puck just wouldn't go in. Congratulations to Gurba for getting his first BCHL goal.

Cameron received Second Star!

Mills Sadly Lose Home Opener

The Quesnel Millionaires had their home opener on September 17 against the Penticton Vees. The Mills sadly lost 7-1. Bubba got the Mills only goal of the night in the third period at 2:51 on the power play from Wilson.

THE QUESNEL MILLIONAIRES ANNOUNCE CAPTAINS AND ASSISTANTS FOR 2005/2006

The Mills organization is proud to announce Shawn Overton as the Captain of the Quesnel Millionaires. Shawn leads by example on and off the ice and exemplifies what the Mills team is about...Hard work, Discipline, Respect, Accountability, Honesty, Strong will, and Teamwork. The Assistant Captains are Bubba Westwood, Bryn Lindsay, and David Gordin. These individuals bring the same character traits plus some unique abilities that will lead our team.

MILLS WELCOME BACK A PLAYER AND ADD TWO NEW ADDITIONS

The Quesnel Millionaires would like to welcome a veteran player as well as two new additions to the Mills family. Brayden Penner has returned from Moncton Wildcats of the QMJHL. Brayden brings a intense solid defensive game, as well as leadership. Nicolas Rioux was acquired from the Amherst Ramblers of the MJAHL. Nicolas is highly skilled defenseman who also takes care of his own end. Kiel Sonne was acquired from the Burnaby Express of the BCHL. Kiel has played in two great organizations and brings this experience along with his talent to the Mills hockey team.

Come down and see the team for the 'Home Opener' this Saturday 7:30 pm at the Twins Arena

Nature’s Path and the BC Hockey League:

New Season, New Partnership!

Richmond , BC , Canada – Nature’s Path Foods is proud to be the Official Energy Bar Supplier of the BC Hockey League for the 2005/2006 season. Inspired by its #1 selling organic Optimum™ cereals*, Nature’s Path Foods have recently launched the first USDA certified organic energy bars. This new Optimum™ Energy Bar line is the perfect fuel for athletes and people with active lifestyles. They are a delicious whole food solution to post exercise muscle recovery and energy replenishment. Made from a unique blend of organic foods high in protein, complex carbohydrates and fiber, they provide essential minerals and micronutrients that aid in the repair and recovery of the body following an intense workout. “We are very pleased and excited to commence our partnership with Nature’s Path Foods beginning with the 2005/06 season. Sponsorships such as this one are vital to the ongoing growth of the league” says John Grisdale, Commissioner of the BCHL. “As the BCHL player continues to develop and hone his educational and athletic skills he will be supported by Nature’s Path Foods terrific line of healthy products including energy bars, cereals, snacks and more. Thanks to our sponsors like Nature’s Path, BCHL players are given the opportunity to grow, remain healthy and develop in many areas.” The flavor packed, two-ounce chewy energy bars are portable – perfect for anyone looking for energy during strenuous activity – as well as those with an ‘on-the-go’ lifestyle. The bar market is moving away from low-carbohydrate products to bars with managed carbohydrates and reduced sugar. The Optimum™ Energy bars fit this trend by containing complex carbohydrates derived from whole grains. As with the company’s other top-selling products, the bars are made with no artificial ingredients or preservatives. “Our Optimum™ Energy bars are the perfect, convenient solution for young athletes looking for an alternative nutritious energy source,” said David Neuman, vice-president, sales and marketing at Nature’s Path. “Good nutrition can’t be optimized through fortification or supplementation. Wise food choices and a variety of food intake are essential to provide the necessary foundation of an optimal diet.” Founded in 1985, Nature’s Path Foods operates its headquarters in Richmond , B.C., Canada , and employs over 250 people at its four facilities in Canada and the U.S. It produces breakfast foods and snacks that are sold in specialty food stores and national retailers in North America , and in 30 countries across the globe. The company’s brands include: Nature’s Path, EnviroKidz™ and LifeStreamÒ. For more information, visit www.naturespath.com.

Mills Win First Game Of The Season

The Quensel Millionaires won 5-3 against the Merritt Centennials. The first period started off with a bang as Cameron scored 26 seconds into the game. Cameron's second goal of the season from Overton. The Mills ended the period winning 1-0. At 3:20 in the second period Gassoff scores his first BCHL goal unassisted. Then just one minute after Gassoff's goal, Cameron scored his second goal of the night, third of the season at 4:12 from Gordan ending the period with a 3-1 win. Then in the third period Gagnon scores his second BCHL goal at 16:10 from Rioux. The Centennials pulled their goalie in the last few minutes of the game, Cameron moves the puck up but sees LaForest ahead of him, so he passes to Laforest, and LaForest scores his first goal of the season on an empty net with 37seconds left in the game. Congratulations to Gassoff for scoring his First BCHL Goal.

Miszczak received First Star!

Cameron received Second Star!

Mills First Game Of The Season

The Quensel Millionaires played their first game of the season on September 9 against the Penticton Vees. They sadly lost 3-6. Overton started the Mills scoring by scoring his first goal of the season at 3:18 in the first period from Marchuk and Cameron. Then on the power play, Cameron scored his first goal of the night at 5:17 from Overton and Wilson. It was looking good for the Mills when the first period ended as they were winning 2-1. But, in the second period the Vees scored two goals ending the second period 3-2. As soon as the third period started the Vees got two quick goals leaving the Mills behind 5-2. Then at 17:32 Gagnon scored his first BCHL goal from Wilson and LaForest. Then the Vees finished the game off scoring one more goal before the game ended. Congratulations to Gagnon for scoring his First BCHL Goal.

Overton recieved 3rd Star!

BC Chevrolet Dealers Put Some Weight Behind Hockey Season Openers

( Vancouver ) The British Columbia Hockey League is pleased to announce its continuing partnership with Chevrolet as the Premier Sponsor of the BCHL for another season. This is the sixth consecutive year that BC Chevrolet Dealers have sponsored the league and its 17 teams. Chevrolet plans to kick off the season with a hands-on approach – literally. Local Chevrolet dealers will participate in each of the 17 home opener games by taking to the ice in Chevy trucks to open the season. James Carter, President BC Chevrolet Dealers Marketing Association comments, “Chevrolet is proud and excited to be the premier sponsor of the BCHL and its teams once again. BC Chevrolet Dealers have been involved in all levels of hockey for many years and the tradition continues with this invaluable grassroots sponsorship. Chevrolet is proud to be able to support talented local athletes who may be representing our country on an international level some day.” In addition to providing invaluable support to up-and-coming players, the BCHL sponsorship compliments the Chevrolet Safe & Fun Hockey Program which aims to develop the on-ice skills and safety habits of boys and girls involved in minor hockey at the 6-9 year levels. John Grisdale, BCHL says, “Sponsorships such as that of the BC Chevrolet Dealers are crucial to the ongoing growth of the BCHL with additional funding for the 2005/0 season. In the past seven years we have grown from 12 to 17 teams and over 1000 league grads have gone on to NCAA scholarships, with many more moving to Canadian Universities and Colleges. Thanks to our sponsors, BC hockey players are being given the opportunity to grow and develop their skills in many areas.” James Carter adds, “BC Chevrolet Dealers are committed to the continued growth of hockey in BC, to which these local community sponsorships are testament. On behalf of the BC Chevrolet Dealers, I would like to wish the league and its teams the best of luck for the coming season.”

Mills Get New Player
The Quesnel Millionaires welcome Guillaume Miszczak to the Mills organization. He was acquired in a trade from the Battlefords Northstars in exchange for Defenseman Derrick Van De Kerckhove. Guillaume had a 2.53 GAA and .905 SV% during the regular season and a 2.65 GAA with a .904 SV% in the playoffs.
The Mills organization wish Derrick all the best in his future endeavors.

Mills Get New Defenseman
The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to announce that David Gordon of Quesnel has joined our organization. According to Coach, Brian Kozak "David is a big physical defenseman with a pro shot who leads by example. He also brings a great work ethic on and off the ice". David had 5 goals, 15 assists, and 148 PIMS in 61 games playing for the Neepawa Natives of the MJHL. He was acquired in a trade for Andrew Fisher plus future considerations. The Quesnel Millionaires wish Andrew all the best with his new team and thank him for his time and commitment.

2 Ex-Millionaires Are Selected In 1st Round of 2005 NHL Entry Draft
The Quesnel Millionaires would like to congratulate Carey Price and Gilbert Brule for their 1st round selection in this years NHL entry draft. Carey was selected 5th overall by the Montreal Canadians and Gilbert was selected 6th overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets. Carey and Gilbert both started their Junior careers in Quesnel as 15 year old players in the 2002/03 season. We wish you both the best and we will always be your fans.

Mills New Assistant Coach/Assistant GM
The Quesnel Millionaires are proud to welcome Colin O'Hara to our organization as the new Assistant Coach/Assistant GM. Colin has a wealth of playing experience as well as coaching experience in the professional and Junior A level. He began his playing career in the Manitoba Junior Hockey League for the Winnipeg South Blues and was drafted by the New Jersey Devils(1st player in 10 years drafted from the MJHL to the NHL). The WHL was home for the next three years (Swift Current and Medicine Hat) followed by minor pro in the Western Professional Hockey League. The journey lead to SAIT College, where the team won a National Title, and then off to Europe as a player/coach in the English Premier League. Colin finished his playing career in Knoxville of the United Hockey League and it was then he realized his passion to coach. This passion lead him to an assistant coaching job in the Junior B at Banff Hockey Academy then to the Junior A level with the La Ronge Ice Wolves of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, and now with the Quesnel Millionaires. "I would like to thank Brian Kozak and the Quesnel Millionaires club for the opportunity to coach in the BCHL. I look forward to the season and the challenges/opportunities that face us as we carry on the Quesnel Millionaires tradition. My family and myself look forward to becoming a part of the community for years to come and look forward to seeing you all at the rink." Colin and his family, wife Erin, and daughters Karsen, Brooklyn, and Adysin presently live in Vernon. "On behalf of the Quesnel Millionaires, I would like to welcome Colin and his family to our organization and to the great city of Quesnel. I look forward to working with Colin and together we will ice an exciting, hardworking, successful team that the people of Quesnel will be proud of. I would also like to thank all the other coaches who applied for the position as there were many qualified applicants."

New Head Coach
The Quesnel Millionaires are pleased to announce that Brian Kozak has been hired as Head Coach/General Manager for the up coming season. Brian held the position of assistant coach last season, and was key to the teams success over the previous year. Brian played four years in Junior hockey which included the Richmond Sockeyes of the BCHL under Orland Kurtenbach. After Junior hockey Brian played for the University of Manitoba under Barry Trotz and Wayne Fleming. Brian completed an honors diploma in Fitness and Nutrition and graduated from Queens University with a Bachelor of Education diploma. The Millionaires are very happy to have Brian and family as part of our team. They will be a great asset to our team and community.

Martens Gone To UND
Ryan Martens is not going to be returning this coming 2005/06 season to the Quesnel Millionaires, instead he is going to be playing for the University of North Dakota. Martens comments, "I would like to thank the Millionaires organization for all their hard work and dedication into helping me become a better player and a better person. A special thanks to Dan Kuzek and Jamie Leach for giving me the opportunity to play for the Millionaires. My stay in Quesnel was rewarding and enjoyable, and I will look back on it with great memories. I would also like to thank my billet family, the Penner's, for giving me a home away from home. I wish the Millionaires good luck in their upcoming season." The Mills organization wishes Ryan all the best in his future endeavors, and thank him and his family for their commitment to the Quesnel Millionaires.