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By Marty Hastings

END OF AN ERA

Merritt Centennials bow out of BCHL after series loss to Silverbacks

Apr 14, 2024 | 8:05 AM

MERRITT — The Merritt Centennials’ 51-year tenure in the junior A B.C. Hockey League came to an end on Saturday (April 13) at the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena.

Cole Cooksey had two goals for the Salmon Arm Silverbacks in a 4-1 win over the Cents, helping the club secure a 4-2 victory in the Round 1 post-season series.

The Centennials have ceased operation in the BCHL.

A new Merritt franchise will begin play next season in the junior A tier 2 Kootenay International Junior Hockey League.

Jaxson Murray claimed a piece of history on Saturday, becoming the final goal scorer in the now-defunct Merritt franchise’s history.

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He tallied in support of goaltender Andrew Ballantyne, who stopped 14 shots in a losing effort.