Ex Viper Merner Named Alberta Division Player Of The Week:

Former Vernon Vipers forward Ethan Merner was named

the Alberta Division Player of the Week.

Here is the press release from the BCHL website,

Sherwood Park’s Merner named Alberta Division Player of the Week | BCHL League Site

Merner is in his first season with the Alberta Junior Hockey League Sherwood Park Crusaders. In 20 games this season, Merner collected (5-goals-3-assists-8-points). Merner left the Vernon Vipers to sign with the Crusaders June 6th 2023.

Merner played one season in Vernon with the 2022-23 Vernon Vipers. In 38 games, Merner collected (3-goals-7-assists-10-points). 

Merner has committed to Merrimack College for the 2024-25 season.

Ethan Merner's Player Profile:

Ethan Merner - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Elliott's Overtime Winning Goal:

Vernon Vipers defenceman/captain scores at 5:12 into overtime, giving

the hometown Vernon Vipers a 4-3 overtime victory to force a Game 5

Here is Connor Elliott's overtime game winning goal from the BCHL X page,

BCHL on X: "Not done yet! Connor Elliott's OT winner staves off elimination for the @VernonVipers in Game 4. 🎙: @GrahamT_Vipers #BCHLPlayoffs | @Rogers https://t.co/e2kfghkhdk" / X (twitter.com)

Game Recap - 2nd Round Playoffs - Game 4 Vernon 3 Penticton 2 Overtime

I was born and raised in Vernon, BC and been watching/following Junior hockey in Vernon my whole life. My family watched Senior men's hockey in Vernon in the 1950's and has been watching Junior hockey in Vernon since it started in 1961. I have two family members that played Junior hockey in Vernon. I have had season tickets since 1990 and missed 5 home games since 2004 and 46 home games since 1990. I started and created this blog in November 2008 and have over 2.9 million viewers. For anyone who couldn't watch or attend tonight's Vipers game, here are my thoughts and views from tonight's hockey game. You may agree or disagree, but we all have our own opinion on the hockey game and see things differently. I try to be professional and give a fare game recap from both sides. Thank you for visiting my blog.

I was at tonight's Game 4 Playoff game between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees as the Vipers took Game 4 3-2 in overtime in front of 1,805 fans at Kal Tire Place.

Starting Goaltenders:

Vernon Vipers: Ethan David

Penticton Vees: Andrew Ness

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Vernon Viper Grad Profile - #29 Luke Pakulak

The fourth year veteran talks about returning to Vernon to play his final season as well as his favourite memory and tells us who should get his dressing room stall next season.

Here is Luke Pakulak's Grad Profile from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Viper Grad Profile - #29 Luke Pakulak (youtube.com)

Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees Game 3 Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees highlights from Game 3 of the 2nd round Playoffs in front of 1,751 fans at Kal Tire Place in Vernon.

image credit: Penticton Vees

Penticton Vees forward Thomas Pichette opens the scoring at 6:19 of the 1st period,

🏆 - Penticton Vees on X: "🚨The Co-Captain gets us started with his first of the playoffs! 🚨 https://t.co/bsVKAwiJWn" / X (twitter.com)

Penticton Vees forward Callum Arnott scores on the power play at 4:31 of the 2nd period giving the Vees a 2-0 lead

🏆 - Penticton Vees on X: "We have Co-Captains for a reason. 😉 Callum Arnott’s turn to tickle twine on the Powerplay and we lead 2-0 🚨🚨 https://t.co/rxYByM47Jj" / X (twitter.com)

Penticton Vees forward Simon Meier scores at 9:45 of the 2nd period, giving the Vees a 3-0 lead

🏆 - Penticton Vees on X: "3-0 lead after two thanks to Cal and Simy! https://t.co/Ltqw2gTUOy" / X (twitter.com)

Penticton Vees forward Conyr Hellyer scores on the power play at 1:31 of the 3rd period, giving the Vees a 4-0 lead

🏆 - Penticton Vees on X: "🚨🚨🚨🚨 It’s Conyr Hellyer’s turn to jump on the scoresheet! A powerplay goal for #28 extends our lead to 4-0! https://t.co/xW9t5IIPGi" / X (twitter.com)

Game Preview: 2nd Round Playoffs - Game 4 Penticton @ Vernon:

Game 4 Penticton 7-0 @ Vernon 4-4  8:15pm

Tonight is the nineth regular season/playoff meeting between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees. 

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 29-24 vs. Penticton

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon has outscored

Penticton 162-142

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 16-9 at home vs. Penticton

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 13-15 in Penticton

Vernon's last playoff win at home vs Penticton was a 5-1 victory on Saturday, April 8th 2017

Penticton's last playoff win at the Kal Tire Place was a 4-0 victory on Tuesday, April 23rd 2024

Vernon's last playoff win at the South Okanagan Events Centre was a 3-2 victory on Friday, March 31st 2017

Penticton's last playoff win at home vs Vernon was a 3-1 victory on Saturday, April 20th 2024

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Game Recap - 2nd Round Playoffs - Game 3 Penticton 4 Vernon 0

I was born and raised in Vernon, BC and been watching/following Junior hockey in Vernon my whole life. My family watched Senior men's hockey in Vernon in the 1950's and has been watching Junior hockey in Vernon since it started in 1961. I have two family members that played Junior hockey in Vernon. I have had season tickets since 1990 and missed 5 home games since 2004 and 46 home games since 1990. I started and created this blog in November 2008 and have over 2.9 million viewers. For anyone who couldn't watch or attend tonight's Vipers game, here are my thoughts and views from tonight's hockey game. You may agree or disagree, but we all have our own opinion on the hockey game and see things differently. I try to be professional and give a fare game recap from both sides. Thank you for visiting my blog.

I was at tonight's Game 3 Playoff game between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees as the Vees took Game 3 4-0 in front of 1,751 fans at Kal Tire Place.

Starting Goaltenders:

Vernon Vipers: Ethan David

Penticton Vees: Will Ingemann

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Vernon Viper Grad Profile - #37 Anthony Cliche

The veteran blueliner talks about finding a place to play in Vernon, blowing a kiss in the shoot-out and what he's learned about the game over the past three seasons.

Here is Anthony Cliche's Grad Profile from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Viper Grad Profile - #37 Anthony Cliche - YouTube

Game Preview: 2nd Round Playoffs - Game 3 Penticton @ Vernon:

Game 3 Penticton 6-0 @ Vernon 4-3  8:15pm

Tonight is the seventh regular season/playoff meeting between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees. 

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 29-23 vs. Penticton

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon has outscored

Penticton 162-138

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 16-8 at home
vs. Penticton

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 13-15 in Penticton

Vernon's last playoff win at home vs Penticton was a 5-1 victory on Saturday, April 8th 2017

Penticton's last playoff win at the Kal Tire Place was a 4-2 victory on Monday, April 3rd 2017

Vernon's last playoff win at the South Okanagan Events Centre was a 3-2 victory on Friday, March 31st 2017

Penticton's last playoff win at home vs Vernon was a 3-1 victory on Saturday, April 20th 2024

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Florida Everblades Sign Vipers Alumni Lansdell:

The ECHL Florida Everblades have signed former Vernon Vipers forward

Jesse Lansdell.

Here is the transaction from the ECHL website,

ECHL Transactions - April 1

Lansdell played this season at the University of Nebraska-Omaha. In 39 games, Lansdell collected (3-goals-12-assists-15-points). Lansdell played the previous four seasons at the University of Notre Dame from 2019-2023.

Lansdell played parts of three seasons with the Vernon Vipers from 2016-2019. The Vipers traded defenceman Mitch Oliver October 15th 2016 to the Chilliwack Chiefs for Jesse Lansdell. In 127 games with the Vipers, Lansdell collected (31-goals-60-assists-91-points).

Jesse Lansdell's Player Profile:

Jesse Lansdell - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Vernon Viper Grad Profile - #26 Hank Cleaves

The 2nd year forward talks about his final season with the Vipers, being a part of the leadership group and playing with his younger brother.

Here is Hank Cleaves Grad Profile from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Viper Grad Profile - #26 Hank Cleaves (youtube.com)

Vernon Vipers Spring Camp Starts This Weekend:

The Vernon Vipers Spring Camp starts this weekend from April 26th-28th at Kal Tire Place North.

Here is the release from the Vernon Vipers website,

Spring ID Camp 2023 | Vernon Vipers

Komets Sign Former Vipers Defenceman Andres:

The ECHL Fort Wayne Komets have signed former Vernon Vipers defenceman

Mitch Andres. 

Here is the press release from www.wane.com,

Komets add defenseman Andres, release forward Fox | WANE 15

Andres played this season at Robert Morris University. In 33 games Andres collected (0-goals-4-assists-4-points). Andres previously spent four seasons at Boston College from 2019-2023.

Andres played parts of two seasons in Vernon from 2017-2019. Andres and his four younger brothers all attended the Vernon Vipers training camp in 2018. The Vipers traded Andres to the Chilliwack Chiefs at the BCHL trade deadline January 10th 2019 for Will Dow Kenny. In 88 games with the Vipers, Andres collected (4-goals-22-assists-26-points).

Mitch Andres Player Profile:

Mitch Andres - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees Game 2 Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees highlights from Game 2 of the 2nd round of the Playoffs in front of 2,261 fans at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Penticton.

image credit: Vernon Vipers

Here are the highlights from the Penticton Vees YouTube page,

Highlights: 20-04-24 Vernon (1) at Penticton (3) (youtube.com)

Mariners Activate Ex Viper Lambert From Injured Reserve:

The ECHL Maine Mariners have activated former Vernon

Vipers forward Jimmy Lambert from Injured Reserve.

Here is the press release from the ECHL website,

ECHL Transactions - Feb. 21

Lambert is in his first season with the ECHL Maine Mariners. In 35 games, Lambert has (11-goals-23-assists-34-points).

The American Hockey League Providence Bruins signed Lambert August 9th 2023 to a one-year, two-way American Hockey League contract. Lambert never played a game with the Bruins, was reassigned to the ECHL Maine Mariners October 11th 2023.

Lambert split the 2022-23 season with the ECHL Worcester Railers & American Hockey League Bridgeport Islanders. 

In 27 games last season with the Railers, Lambert collected (11-goals-13-assists-24-points). In 33 games last season with the Islanders, Lambert collected (1-goal-6-assists-7-points).

Lambert played four seasons at the University of Michigan from 2018-2022 before signing his first professional contract with the American Hockey League Bridgeport Islanders. The Islanders signed Lambert April 18th 2022 on an amateur tryout agreement (ATO) before signing Lambert to a professional contract April 19th 2022. 

Lambert attended the Calgary Flames development camp in 2018 & New York Islanders development camp in 2019.

Lambert played three seasons in Vernon from 2015-2018. In 156 games with the Vipers, Lambert collected (57-goals-85-assists-142-points).

Jimmy Lambert's Player Profile:

Jimmy Lambert - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Game Recap - 2nd Round Playoffs - Game 2 Penticton 3 Vernon 1

I was born and raised in Vernon, BC and been watching/following Junior hockey in Vernon my whole life. My family watched Senior men's hockey in Vernon in the 1950's and has been watching Junior hockey in Vernon since it started in 1961. I have two family members that played Junior hockey in Vernon. I have had season tickets since 1990 and missed 5 home games since 2004 and 46 home games since 1990. I started and created this blog in November 2008 and have over 2.9 million viewers. For anyone who couldn't watch or attend tonight's Vipers game, here are my thoughts and views from tonight's hockey game. You may agree or disagree, but we all have our own opinion on the hockey game and see things differently. I try to be professional and give a fare game recap from both sides. Thank you for visiting my blog.

I was at tonight's Game 2 Playoff game between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees as the Vees took Game 2 3-1 in front of 2,261 fans at the South Okanagan Events Centre.

Starting Goaltenders:

Vernon Vipers: Ethan David

Penticton Vees: Andrew Ness

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Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees Game 1 Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees highlights from Game 1 of the 2nd round of the Playoffs in front of 2,321 fans at the South Okanagan Events Centre in Penticton.

image credit: Vernon Vipers

Here are the highlights from the Penticton Vees YouTube page,

19-04-24 Highlights: Vernon (3) at Penticton (4) OT (youtube.com)

Game Preview: 2nd Round Playoffs - Game 2 Vernon @ Penticton:

Game 2 Vernon 4-2 @ Penticton 5-0 7pm

Tonight is the sixth regular season/playoff meeting between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees. 

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 29-22 vs. Penticton

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon has outscored
Penticton 161-135

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 16-8 at home vs. Penticton

Since the 2004-05 playoffs Vernon is 13-14 in Penticton

Vernon's last playoff win at home vs Penticton was a 5-1 victory on Saturday, April 8th 2017

Penticton's last playoff win at the Kal Tire Place was a 4-2 victory on Monday, April 3rd 2017

Vernon's last playoff win at the South Okanagan Events Centre was a 3-2 victory on Friday, March 31st 2017

Penticton's last playoff win at home vs Vernon was a 4-3 overtime victory on Friday, April 19th 2024

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Vernon Vipers All Fired Up - Round 2 Promo Video

The Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees meet in the playoffs for a 24th time in franchise history.

Here is the Vernon Vipers Playoff promo video from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Vernon Vipers All Fired Up - Round 2 (youtube.com)

Rego's Overtime Winning Goal:

Penticton Vees forward Anselmo Rego scored his second goal of the game

shorthanded at 1:40 into overtime, giving the hometown Vees a come from behind 4-3 overtime victory in Game 1.

Here is Anselmo Rego's overtime winning goal from the BCHL X page,

BCHL on X: ""ANSELMO REGO SHORTHANDED! GAME 1 TO PENTICTON!" The @PentictonVees pull off a huge comeback in game 1 against Vernon, winning it 4-3 thanks to this shorthanded beauty from Anselmo Rego! 🎙: @Fraser_Vees #BCHLPlayoffs | @Rogers https://t.co/RDBjpX0gyb" / X (twitter.com)

Game Recap - 2nd Round Playoffs - Game 1 Penticton 4 Vernon 3 Overtime

I was born and raised in Vernon, BC and been watching/following Junior hockey in Vernon my whole life. My family watched Senior men's hockey in Vernon in the 1950's and has been watching Junior hockey in Vernon since it started in 1961. I have two family members that played Junior hockey in Vernon. I have had season tickets since 1990 and missed 5 home games since 2004 and 46 home games since 1990. I started and created this blog in November 2008 and have over 2.9 million viewers. For anyone who couldn't watch or attend tonight's Vipers game, here are my thoughts and views from tonight's hockey game. You may agree or disagree, but we all have our own opinion on the hockey game and see things differently. I try to be professional and give a fare game recap from both sides. Thank you for visiting my blog.

I was at tonight's Game 1 Playoff game between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees as the Vees took Game 1 4-3 in overtime in front of 2,321 fans at the South Okanagan Events Centre.

Starting Goaltenders:

Vernon Vipers: Ethan David

Penticton Vees: Will Ingemann

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BCHL Playoffs Preview: Round 2

The 2nd round of the BCHL Playoffs started Friday and the BC Hockey League has a preview on the 2nd round Playoffs.

Here is the 2nd round Playoffs preview,

BCHL Playoffs Preview: Round 2 | BCHL League Site

Game Preview: 2nd Round Playoffs - Game 1 Vernon @ Penticton:

Game 1 Vernon 4-1 @ Penticton 4-0 7pm

Tonight is the sixth regular season/playoff meeting between the Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees. 

Vernon's record & stats vs the Vees since 2002

Since the 2002-03 regular season Vernon is 49-65-11-5 vs Penticton

Since the 2002-03 regular season Penticton has outscored Vernon 401-326

Since the 2003-04 regular season Vernon is 25-27-4-2 at home vs. Penticton

Since the 2003-04 regular season Vernon is 21-34-3-4 in Penticton

Since the BCHL Showcase opened in 2012 Vernon is 0-1-1-0 vs Penticton at the Showcase

The Vees are 9-0-0-1 in their last ten games in Vernon

The Vipers are 0-9-0-1 in their last ten games in Penticton

The Vipers last regular season win at home vs. Penticton was a 2-1 shootout victory on Saturday, November 25th 2023

The Vees last regular season win in Vernon was a 3-0 victory on Sunday, December 31st 2023

The Vipers last regular season win in Penticton was a 2-1 overtime victory on Friday, October 18th 2019

The Vees last regular season win at home vs. Vernon was a 4-2 victory on Friday, February 16th 2024

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Vernon Viper Grad Profile - #5 Noah Dorey

The veteran defenceman talks about leaving the Kelowna Rockets to come play for the Vipers and finishing his junior hockey career in Vernon. He also talks about the role veterans have during the playoffs and the best thing about playing for the Vipers. 

Here is Noah Dorey's Grad Profile from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Viper Grad Profile - #5 Noah Dorey - YouTube

Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees Playoff Schedule:

The Vernon Vipers & Penticton Vees will meet in the 2nd round of the BCHL Playoffs for a 24th time in franchise history.

Here is the press release from the Penticton Vees website,

Vees announce Round Two Schedule versus Vernon | Penticton Vees

Game 1 Friday, April 19th Vernon @ Penticton 7pm

Game 2 Saturday, April 20th Vernon @ Penticton 7pm

Game 3 Tuesday April 23rd Penticton @ Vernon 8:15pm

Game 4 Wednesday, April 24th Penticton @ Vernon 8:15pm

Game 5 Friday, April 26th Vernon @ Penticton 7pm

Game 6 Sunday, April 28th Penticton @ Vernon 4pm

Game 7 Tuesday, April 30th Vernon @ Penticton 7pm

BCHL And BC Hockey Tier II Updates And Expansion:

The Junior Hockey news has reported the BC Hockey League is set to expand with several new ownership applications.

Here is the story from thejuniorhockeynews.com,

BCHL And BC Hockey Tier II Updates And Expansion (thejuniorhockeynews.com)

Vernon Viper Grad Profile - #35 Ethan David

David talks about his time with the Vipers, his favourite memory from the past three years and much more.

image creidt: Vernon Vipers

Here is Ethan David's Grad Profile from the Vernon Vipers YouTube page,

Viper Grad Profile - #35 Ethan David (youtube.com)

Tremblay Named Honourable Mention For 3 Stars Of The Week:

Vernon Vipers forward Isaac Tremblay was named Honourable mention

for 3 Stars of the Week.

Here is the press release from the BCHL website,

Cooksey, Silich, Tung named NAPA Auto Parts 3 Stars of the Week | BCHL League Site

Isaac Tremblay's Player Profile:

Isaac Tremblay - Stats, Contract, Salary & More (eliteprospects.com)

Vernon & Penticton Meet In Playoffs For 24th Time In Franchise History:

For the twenty fourth time in franchise history Vernon & Penticton will meet in the Playoffs. The last time these two teams played in the Playoffs was during the 2017 Interior Division Finals with the Vees winning the best of seven series in 6 Games.

The Vipers went 1-4 vs Penticton during the 2023-24 regular season. The last time these two teams met, the Vees won 4-2 February 16th 2024 in Penticton. The Vernon Vipers finished 4th in the Interior Conference with a record of 33-19-2-0 were six points ahead of 5th place Trail and five points behind 3rd place Salmon Arm. The Penticton Vees finished atop the Interior Conference standings with a 38-10-3-3 record five points ahead of 2nd place West Kelowna.

The Vipers eliminated the Trail Smoke Eaters in the opening round of the Playoffs in five games, while the Vees swept the Prince George Spruce Kings in four games.

Vernon Vipers/Penticton Vees 2023-24 Regular Season Schedule:

October 27th Vernon @ Penticton: Vees won 5-3

November 25th Penticton @ Vernon: Vipers won 2-1 Shootout

December 31st Penticton @ Vernon: Vees won 3-0

January 12th Vernon @ Penticton: Vees won 2-1

February 16th Vernon @ Penticton: Vees won 4-2

Vernon Vipers-Penticton Vees 2024 Playoff Schedule:

Game 1 Friday, April 19th Vernon @ Penticton 

Game 2 Saturday, April 20th Vernon @ Penticton

Game 3 Tuesday, April 23rd Penticton @ Vernon

Game 4 Wednesday, April 24th Penticton @ Vernon

Game 5 TBA Vernon @ Penticton

Game 6 TBA Penticton @ Vernon

Game 7 TBA Vernon @ Penticton

Here’s a look at the previous playoff meetings between Vernon & Penticton:

1966-67 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 1 (Semifinal)

1967-68 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 0 (Semifinal)

1971-72 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 3 (BCJHL Final)

1973-74 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 0 (Interior Division Semifinal)

1974-75 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 2 (Interior Division Semifinal)

1975-76 Penticton defeated Vernon (No Stats) (Interior Division Semifinal)

1976-77 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 2 (Interior Division Semifinal)

1982-83 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 3 (Interior Division Semifinal)

1986-87 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 0 (Interior Division Semifinal)

1987-88 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 0 (Interior Division Semifinal)

1992-93 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 1 (Interior Division Semifinal)

1993-94 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 3 (Interior Division Semifinal)

1994-95 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 3 (Vernon blows 3-1 series lead)

2001-02 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 2 (Interior Conference Final)

2002-03 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 0 (Interior Conference Quaterfinal)

2004-05 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 0 (Interior Conference Semifinal)

2006-07 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 1 (Interior Conference Final)

2007-08 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 3 (Interior Conference Semifinal)

2008-09 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 1 (Interior Conference Semifinal)

2009-2010 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 2 (Interior Conference Final)

2013-2014 Vernon defeated Penticton 4 games to 3 (Interior Division Final)

2014-15 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 3 (Interior Division Final)

2015-16 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 1 (Interior Division Semifinal)

2016-17 Penticton defeated Vernon 4 games to 3 (Interior Division Finals)

Vernon Vipers-Trail Smoke Eaters Game 5 Highlights:

Here are the Vernon Vipers-Trail Smoke Eaters highlights from Game 5 of the first round of the Playoffs in front of 2,546 fans at Kal Tire Place in Vernon.

image credit: Vernon Vipers

Here are the highlights from the Vernon Vipers YouTube Page,

Vernon vs Trail Game 5 Highlights [4-12-2024] (youtube.com)