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Is the BCHL All-Star Weekend a valuable showcase of talent or just a fun exhibition? The recent weekend saw some impressive individual performances, but with Team Coastal ultimately losing, does the final score even matter in this context? How much weight do scouts and recruiters place on these games compared to regular season performance? Caleb Malhotra, Brady Milburn, and Sebastian Gatto all had moments to shine, but does this translate into future success?

With Cole Brown’s commitment to the Chiefs for the 2025-26 season, following a strong showing with the Fraser Valley Thunderbirds, it begs the question: are U18 leagues becoming increasingly important scouting grounds for the BCHL? Is this a trend we’ll see continue?

No names Mrsic blazed through the skills competition, but are these displays of speed and agility truly indicative of a player's overall hockey sense and game impact? Or do we overvalue flashy skills at the expense of other key attributes? Let's hear your thoughts. What are the most important skills for young players to develop, and how much emphasis should be placed on individual skill development versus team play?


Finally, a bold prediction: With the Chiefs facing Coquitlam and Alberni Valley this coming weekend, I predict a split. They’ll struggle on the road against the Express but return home to dominate the Bulldogs. Am I on the mark, or way off base? What are your predictions?