PRE-GAME REPORT: VERNON VIPERS VS. ALBERNI VALLEY BULLDOGS

The Vernon Vipers will look to snap a six-game winless streak tonight as they host the Alberni Valley Bulldogs at Kal Tire Place. The Vipers (12-26-6) are hoping to turn things around after a challenging road trip through Southern Alberta, where they fell 3-1 to Okotoks and 7-1 in Brooks.

Meanwhile, the Bulldogs (23-18-2-1) are coming off a weekend split. They suffered a 5-2 loss in Nanaimo before bouncing back with a wild 7-4 victory over Powell River at home.

Alberni Valley’s offensive leader, Grayson Badger, has been a key contributor this season, tallying 20 goals and 28 assists. On the Vipers’ side, Erik Pastro leads the charge with six goals and 20 assists.

Both teams have faced recent struggles—Vernon has just one win in its last 10 games (1-8-1), while the Bulldogs are 4-5-0-1 over that stretch.

The last time these two teams met, fans were treated to a memorable battle at Kal Tire Place North, where the Vipers edged out a hard-fought win. With Vernon hungry for points and the Bulldogs looking to build momentum, expect an intense showdown tonight.

Puck drop is set for 7:00 PM.