Chase Heat

The Chase Heat extend congratulations to Emmett Barron and Ryan Bain on their acceptance to play at Briercrest College this upcoming season. We wish them continued success and best of luck in their future endeavors. ⬆️

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Chase Heat Announce Kris Joyce as Assistant Coach and Assistant General Manager

CHASE, B.C. — August 19, 2026 — The Chase Heat Hockey Society is today pleased and excited to announce the hiring of Kris Joyce as the organization’s new Assistant Coach and Assistant General Manager.

Joyce brings an impressive playing background and a wealth of hockey experience to the Heat. The Prince George, B.C. product enjoyed an outstanding junior career, including two seasons with the La Ronge Ice Wolves of the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League, where he established himself as one of the league’s top goaltenders. His junior career also included time with the Sicamous Eagles of the KIJHL and the Salmon Arm Silverbacks of the BCHL. Following junior hockey, Joyce continued his career at the University of Windsor.

Joyce then moved into professional hockey where he attended the Los Angeles Kings camps before signing with Orlando and Quad City of the ECHL. Kris also played professionally in Norway and Sweden
Since his playing career, Joyce has continued to develop his knowledge of the game through coaching and player development, bringing valuable experience in goaltending for young players. He has also operates Kris Joyce Goaltending, providing training and personal coaching to young goaltender across BC.

The Chase Heat believe Joyce’s combination of high-level playing experience, coaching knowledge and understanding of hockey development will be an important addition to the organization both on the bench and in hockey operations.

“We are extremely pleased to bring Kris into the Chase Heat organization,” said Chase Heat President Steve Smyth. “Kris has played at a high level and has experienced what it takes to compete, develop and succeed in hockey. He understands the demands placed on young players and what it takes to help them move forward. We believe he will be a significant asset to our coaching staff ".
As Assistant Coach and Assistant General Manager, Joyce will work closely with the Heat Head Coach Nick Deschenes in player development, recruiting, hockey operations and day-to-day team activities.

Welcome to Chase, the Chase Heat and the WIJHL, Kris!

Congratulations to Chase Heat Head Coach Nick Deschenes on his accomplishments this past weekend
Nick placed 3rd at BC Strongman Provincials. 2nd Strongman Event and Qualified for Nationals in Quebec City

Are you trying out for a team soon? Need to get your legs going and up to speed? Join us for preseason Prep ice at The Art for some quality ice time

Stop in to Safety Mart until 3 pm to and buy your 2026 Chase Heat Raffle. Great prizes of things that you need. Thanks

More great news from the Western International Junior Hockey League

The WIJHL is pleased to announce that we will be participating in the BCHL’s 2027 All-Star weekend at the Q Centre in Victoria!

📰 https://www.wijhl.com/news/wijhl-to-participate-in-the-bchls-2027-all-star-weekend/

🏒 A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE CHASE LIONS CLUB! 🦁

The Chase Heat Hockey Society is extremely grateful to receive a $15,000 donation from the Chase Lions Club in support of community junior hockey.

Through their fundraising efforts, including the Lions Campground, the Lions Club continues to give back and support organizations throughout our community.

This generous contribution helps ensure that affordable, community-owned junior hockey remains in Chase and the surrounding area.

Thank you, Chase Lions Club, for standing behind Community Hockey in Chase! ❤️🖤

📸 Pictured: Chase Lions Club members and campground managers Sandra Welton, Pauline Chu, Tracey Bentley, Michael McKinney, Linda Bolton, Karen Bassett and Mary Erickson; Chase Heat player Jaxon Williams; and Chase Heat President Steve Smyth.

Thank you, Chase Lions Club! 🦁🏒