The Clippers surrendered a two goal third period to lose 6-5 in overtime to the Cowichan Valley Capitals. (Gary Dorland)

By Dan Marshall

Losing Late

Clippers stunned by Cowichan comeback in 6-5 overtime loss

Jan 21, 2022 | 9:50 PM

NANAIMO — The Clippers looked poised for their 20th win of the season but had to settle for a single point in a 6-5 overtime loss to Cowichan Valley.

Nanaimo led three times in the game, including 5-3 with ten minutes remaining, but failed to hold on against a team battling for their playoff lives.

The Clippers had two points each from Austin Spiridakis, Jeremie Payant, Keighan Gerrie and Jack O’Brien.

Sean Donaldson scored a shorthanded goal in the first period leaving him tied as the BCHL’s goal scoring leading with 26.

The Capitals key player was Luke Haymes who put up a goal and three assists in the contest.

The final shots were 41-29 for Nanaimo with Jed Baliotti taking the loss to Cowichan Valley netminder McCoy Bidewell.

Nanaimo was 0/2 on the power play and killed off the Capitals only man advantage.

The Jan. 21 three stars were 1) Luke Haymes 2) David Jacobs 3) Keighan Gerrie

With one game left in the season series the Clippers have a 3-2-1 record against Cowichan.

Nanaimo’s next outing is a home date with the Victoria Grizzlies on Jan. 23 at 2 p.m.

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by Dan Marshall