The Peninsula Panthers have officially partnered with the Victoria Hockey Academy (VHA) in pursuit of creating a player development pathway from 14U to the Junior level.
Transform Sports Training & Rehabilitation uses a holistic approach to enhance individuals’ careers by combining elite calibre gym sessions with ice time, classroom education, and rehabilitation to offer a complete all-inclusive training experience. Underneath Transform is the VHA, a continuation of Transform Hockey Academy whose mission is to provide elite-level athletes and their families access to top-tier hockey and training professionals on the island.
This partnership is mutually beneficial and is central to both organizations’ shared mission of providing an unparalleled hockey development program, hyper-focused on providing development opportunities for players looking to advance their hockey careers.
“The partnership adds a good roadmap and pathway for both VHA’s program and ours to further athletes hockey development and push them towards the next level,” said Peninsula Panthers Director of Hockey Operations Tyler Stanton.
“We’re proud to stand beside the Peninsula Panthers as official partners and we are excited to see the future we can build together for the next generation of athletes,” said Leah Saban, General Manager of the Victoria Hockey Academy.
The Peninsula Panthers are no stranger to Transform Sports, where VHA is housed. The Panthers have utilized Transform for off-ice physical training since their 2024-25 VIJHL Championship season.
“The program that Leah and Adam have made is one of a kind,” said Stanton, “and something we are very excited to work with.”
About the Peninsula Panthers:
The Peninsula Panthers are a Junior Hockey Team in the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League. The team joined the VIJHL in 1996, and during its tenure has won the Cyclone Taylor Cup, the Brent Patterson Memorial Trophy, and the Andy Hebenton Trophy. In 2024 the team was purchased by the Murphy Family just as the VIJHL entered a new era as an independent league. The Peninsula Panthers share common ownership with the Trail Smoke Eaters of the BCHL, fostering a strong relationship and clear developmental path for junior hockey players. Located in scenic North Saanich, the Peninsula Panthers offers athletes an elite hockey program in one of the most beautiful places in British Columbia.
About Transform Sports & Victoria Hockey Academy (VHA):
Transform Sports Training & Rehabilitation uses a holistic approach to enhance your sporting career. In our brand new private sport-specific facility, we combine elite calibre gym sessions with ice time, classroom education, and rehabilitation to offer a complete all-inclusive training experience. Victoria Hockey Academy (VHA) offers a comprehensive educational and athletic program designed to cater to the needs of students in grades 6 through 12. With academics modelled after the successful Canadian Sports School through SIDES (South Island Distant Education). VHA provides a unique educational experience tailored specifically to student-athletes, ensuring they can effectively balance academic pursuits with athletic endeavours while fulfilling all graduation requirements in British Columbia.
Media Contacts:
Madelyn Murphy-Homer
Minority Owner & Director of Business Operations
Peninsula Panthers
madelyn@panthers-hcokey.com
Tyler Stanton
Director of Hockey Operations & GM
Peninsula Panthers
tyler@panthers-hcokey.com
