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Kamloops Storm Dominates KIJHL Power Rankings with 10-0 Streak

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UPDATE: The Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) has just released its Week 11 Power Rankings, highlighting the **Kamloops Storm** as the top contender after an impressive **10-0 record** in November. This victory streak, including decisive wins against the **Williams Lake Mustangs** and **100 Mile House Wranglers**, showcases their dominance on the ice.

In a thrilling match against the Mustangs, **Joshua Nuttall** achieved his first KIJHL shutout with a remarkable **26 saves**, leading the Storm to a **4-0** victory. **Hayden Selin** scored the game-winner, while three goals in the first five minutes of the third period sealed the deal. The Storm’s undefeated month culminated in a **3-1** triumph over the Wranglers, where **Brenner Fyfe** stopped **36 of 37 shots**, allowing **Noah Paulsen** to score the power-play winner.

The implications of the Storm’s performance are significant, as they now sit at **18-4-1-0** for the season, solidifying their position as a formidable force in the league.

Meanwhile, the **Revelstoke Grizzlies** had a mixed week, defeating the **Merritt Centennials** but falling to the **Quesnel River Rush** in a shootout. In their win, **Jaylen Forsyth** scored just **26 seconds** after the Centennials equalized, while **Austin Seibel** made **35 saves**. However, the Grizzlies could not hold onto a **2-0** lead against the River Rush, ultimately losing **3-2** in the shootout. Revelstoke now stands at **15-4-0-2**.

The **Beaver Valley Nitehawks** continued their winning streak by overcoming both the **Spokane Braves** and the **Nelson Leafs**. In a nail-biting match against the Braves, the Nitehawks, who had a **6-0** lead, finished the game with a **6-4** score. **Brady Magarrell** scored his **24th goal**, setting a new season high. They defeated the Leafs in an overtime thriller, with **Maddox Gandha** assisting **Brady Walker** for the decisive goal, bringing their record to **17-5-0**.

The **Kelowna Chiefs** also made headlines, winning against the **Osoyoos Coyotes** and the **Grand Forks Border Bruins**. In their **4-1** victory over the Coyotes, **Clayton Gillmore** made a successful return by scoring his first goal of the season. They followed up with a **3-2** win against the Border Bruins, where **Ty Pannett** netted the game-winner, keeping the Chiefs at **16-3-1** for the season.

Additionally, the **Kimberley Dynamiters** secured victories over the Border Bruins and the Braves. In a **3-1** match against the Border Bruins, **Nate Murdoch** scored twice, including the game-winner, while **Adam Kisilevich** made an impressive **40 saves**. Murdoch continued to shine in a **4-2** win over the Braves, further establishing the Dynamiters’ record at **15-4-1-1**.

As the KIJHL season progresses, teams will continue to battle for top rankings. Fans and players alike are eagerly watching how this thrilling race unfolds, with the next games set to further shape the standings. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving story!

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