Junior hockey updates: Surrey Knights appoint new coach and Victoria Royals name captain

In Canadian junior hockey, the Surrey Knights have appointed veteran PJHL coach and GM Steve Robinson to lead a young roster. Robinson, formerly with the Delta Ice Hawks, aims to implement a development-focused model for the Knights in the Pacific Junior Hockey League. The team will primarily feature 16- and 17-year-old players, functioning as a stepping stone for athletes looking to move on to higher levels of competition.

Meanwhile, the Victoria Royals have named Miles Cooper as the 11th captain in the franchise's history. Cooper, a forward acquired from the Wenatchee Wild, succeeds Reggie Newman. Head coach James Patrick highlighted Cooper’s leadership qualities and high hockey IQ as key factors in his selection for the role.