Tristan Allen named to BCHL All-star Game

The initial 18 skaters that will participate in the 3-on-3 outdoor All-Star Tournament on Jan. 15 in Penticton were unveiled today.

One skater from each team was voted onto the roster after a poll of all 18 BCHL coaches.

Voted in from the Merritt Centennials is defenceman Tristan Allen. Allen has registered 4 points (1G, 3A) in 13 games played this season.

The remaining slots will be determined by a fan vote.

The format for the tournament is:

• Outdoor arena
• 3-on-3
• Four teams of six skaters and one goalie (two teams per conference)
• Round robin
• Two seven-minute periods
• Second and third place play in the semifinal
• First place plays the winner of the semi in the final

With 18 skaters selected, the remaining six spots, as well as the four goalies, will be decided through a fan vote The voting process and the players eligible for the fan vote will be unveiled at 11 a.m. tomorrow morning.