Bulldogs forward Hunter lands Gongshow POW nod after big week

Press Release

Alberni Valley Bulldogs forward Hunter Stewart has been named the Gongshow BCHL Player of the Week for the week ending Feb. 17, the league announced Monday.

Stewart racked up five goals and two assists in helping the 'Dogs to four of a possible six points last week. The Calgary native started hot with a hat trick and two assists in a big win over the Powell River Kings where he was named 1st Star as well as the FortisBC Energy Player of the Game.

He finished up with two goals and another 1st Star nod in an overtime victory against the West Kelowna Warriors.

Honourable mentions this week:

Merritt Centennials F Sebastien Pare (3G 2A, two GWGs, 3rd Star)

Chilliwack Chiefs G Mitch Gillam (2W, 1st Star, .961 sv%, 1.50 GAA)

Nanaimo Clippers F Reid Sturos (3G 1A, two 1st Stars, FortisBC Energy Player of the Game)

Penticton Vees F Jedd Soleway (3G 2A, 1st Star, GWG)

Alberni Valley Bulldogs F Evan Tironese (1G 9A, 2nd Star, 3rd Star) 

 (Nathan can be reached at nathanfournier@mainehockeyjournal.com)