Venom HC U18 AAA — Grande Prairie Showcase (Nov 21–23, 2025)

The Venom HC U18 AAA team travelled to Grande Prairie for the U18 November Showcase — three days of competition, team bonding, and major growth. The weekend delivered big moments, breakout performances, and memories that set a strong foundation for the season ahead.

DAY 1 — Friday, Nov 21

• Game 1 vs Mustangs — Afternoon Match

Venom opened the event with a spirited game against a tough Mustangs squad.

• Jayvry Arcand-Auigbelle picked up an assist and generated pressure throughout the game.

• The first matchup helped Venom settle in, find their legs, and get comfortable in showcase competition.

• Game 2 vs Thunder HC — Friday Evening

This quickly became the highlight game of the weekend, featuring two standout offensive performances.

• Ethan Nagy — 5-Point Night

Ethan delivered one of the biggest individual games of the entire showcase, putting up an impressive five points(two goals and three assists).He was involved in nearly every dangerous scoring chance, pushing the pace and leading Venom’s attack with confidence and creativity.

• Jayvry Arcand-Auigbelle — 3-Point Performance

Jayvry followed up with two goals and one assist, giving Venom a powerful offensive duo throughout the evening. Together, Nagy and Arcand-Auigbelle combined for eight points in a single game, providing an exciting spark for the entire team and setting the tone for the rest of the showcase.

DAY 2 — Saturday, Nov 22

• Game 3 vs Stars U18 — Morning

Saturday began with a hard-fought matchup against a disciplined Stars U18 group. Despite limited scoring, Venom made important gains in:

• Defensive-zone communication

• Puck support and transition play

• Managing pressure against a structured opponent

These types of games build the habits that matter throughout the season.

• Game 4 vs Stars U17 — Evening

The second game of the day came with a strong pace and physical intensity. Venom showed strong compete levels, particularly late in the game, with key defensive minutes played by multiple forwards and defencemen. Players battled through fatigue and executed well on both the forecheck and penalty kill.

Off-Ice Team Moments

A major part of any showcase is the time spent together away from the rink. Throughout the weekend, the team strengthened their chemistry through:

• Post-game meetings and video review

• Meals shared as a group

• Supportive conversations after tough periods or games

• Light moments and team bonding that can only happen on long trips

These off-ice connections are vital to the culture and compete level that Venom HC continues to build.

Standout Performances

• Ethan Nagy — 5 Points vs Thunder HC

A breakout performance that stood out league-wide, with elite speed, finish, and playmaking.

• Jayvry Arcand-Auigbelle — 4-Point Showcase

A consistent threat across all four games and a key driver of Venom’s offence as a brand new player.

• Nathan Kandler

Reliable and effective throughout the weekend, continuing the strong form he has shown early in the season.

• Defensive Core

Displayed improved gap control, strong rush defence, and steady penalty-killing minutes.

• Goaltending Group

Provided confidence and stability in multiple tight matchups.

Growth and Takeaways

The Grande Prairie Showcase challenged the group in all the right ways. From adjusting between back-to-back games to competing against top U18 opponents, the weekend helped the team:

• Strengthen the structure in all three zones

• Build chemistry and communication

• Improve consistency shift-to-shift

• Gain confidence heading into the next phase of the season

The coaching staff left the event encouraged by the progress made and excited about the continued potential of this group.

Looking Ahead

With the showcase complete, Venom HC U18 AAA returns home more connected, more experienced, and more motivated than ever. Strong individual performances and collective resilience highlighted the trip, and the lessons learned in Grande Prairie will serve the team well as the season continues.

More updates, recaps, and behind-the-scenes content will follow as Venom HC builds momentum in the coming weeks.