The Everett Silvertips captured the Western Hockey League championship on Tuesday, defeating the Prince Albert Raiders 7-2 in a commanding performance that left fans cheering across the arena.
A historic night in Everett
Shea Busch was the offensive engine, delivering a hat trick that included two goals scored within a 50‑second span, a burst that shifted momentum irrevocably in Everett’s favor.
Julius Miettinen, recognized as the league’s most valuable player of the 2026 playoffs, contributed a goal and an assist, underscoring his all‑around impact on the ice.
The victory marks the first championship for the franchise in 23 years, ending a drought that had seen the team fall just short in two previous finals.
Road to the Memorial Cup
With the title secured, the Silvertips will travel to the Memorial Cup tournament later this month, where they will join other top junior teams vying for the ultimate junior hockey crown.
Club officials praised the collective effort that made the triumph possible, highlighting the community’s long‑standing support and the organization’s deep roots in Everett.