August 19, 2008 - Former Bay State Buccaneers goaltender, Nick Carlotto, will be heading to California this hockey season after being selected as a goaltender for the Capital Thunder Junior A hockey club based in California. As a vital member of the 2006-2007 Bay State Buccaneers team, Carlotto's athleticism and goaltending skill were vital in helping the Buccaneers to secure their first NEMHL (Northeastern Midget Hockey League) Division 1 title.

Carlotto, a Wilbraham Massachusetts native and graduate of Wilbraham Monson Academy, moved on to play for the Springfield Jr. Pics Super Elite team following his success at the Buccaneers. Success followed Nick Carlotto as his team secured a league championship.

"Nick was a great asset to the Buccaneers," says Buccaneers head coach Erik Tondera. "He maintained great goaltending stats throughout regular season and playoffs. When you have a reliable goaltender backing up the squad, you are hard to beat. He's an asset that any team will be thankful to have."

The Capital Thunder Junior A hockey club is a member of the WSHL (Western States Hockey League). The WSHL was incorporated in southern California in 1994 as a Junior B league. USA Hockey granted the WSHL Junior A status in July of 2007. "It's a really a great opportunity... It has always been my goal to play college hockey and this is the next step. I would have never been given this opportunity had it not been for the Buccaneers. The coaching staff transformed me from a good goaltender to a winning goaltender, and that's what coaches at the next level look for. I look forward to my pursuit of a third championship in California." says Carlotto.

"Nick will always bring a solid performance both on and off the ice. I look forward to following his progress throughout the season," says Tondera.

July 20, 2008 - Team 'West' won the Bay State Games gold medal in boys ice hockey this weekend at the New England Sports Center in Marlboro, MA. Coached by head coach Patrick Tabb (NE Jr. B Falcons) and assistant coach Erik Tondera (Bay State Buccaneers), team West had four wins and one loss leading into the gold medal game. As game time approached on Sunday, July 20th, at 12:30 PM, the stage had been set for a fierce battle between team 'Metro' and team 'West' as these two powerhouse squads would battle for hockey dominance in Massachusetts. A ferocious battle ensued upon opening face off. The gold medal game turned out to be the most hard-played and action-packed game of the six day tournament. The long wait is over for returning hockey prestige to the Western Massachusetts area in Bay State Games competition. Team West won 4-2 over their Eastern Massachusetts rival. The Central/West girls team has also won gold with their 4-3 victory over Southeast/Coastal on Friday.

March 9, 2008 - The Bay State Buccaneers Midget 18-u hockey team has won it's second consecutive Division 1 Championship in the NEMHL (Northeastern Midget Hockey League). Seventeen midget teams from the northeast gather for a weekend of playoff action in Saratoga Springs New York. The Buccaneers were down by two goals midway through the third period. They soon battled back with two goals, followed by a scoreless overtime.  Rob Peach scored our first shootout goal. Joey Vedovelli scored the Buccaneers next shootout goal. Watertown Redwings tied it soon after.  The Bay State Buccaneers had the last shot opportunity taken by Alan Filiault who showed great hockey patience as he drew the goaltender across the crease and then popped it up into the top shelf. " Every one of my players lived up to a standard that we have been working to set all season. Each players' name needs to be mentioned with equal emphasis based on the teamwork performance by all." said Coach Erik Tondera.

Todd Pescetta started the game in net and played well ... he had a stellar weekend altogether.  And of course Andrew Barcomb will not soon forget the final game. He played the second half, including the shootout, and came up with very big saves.

"We spend the entire season preparing to play when it matters. Each of these Buccaneers need to be commended for their performance, integrity, and class this weekend. I am proud to be their Coach. I will remember them forever," said Coach Tondera.

In addition to being a weekend of hockey, the league awards scholarships based on performance both on and off the ice. Austin LaPierre, the Captain of the Buccaneers, not only took home a scholarship, but also the Cleary/Beaudry Award of Courage.

The Buccaneers defense consisted of Ethan Sobel, Jonathan LaCroix, Trevor Bonnette, and Alex Herchenreder.

 Forwards include the Captain, Austin LaPierre, and Johnathan Grunwald, Rob Peach, Daniel Gardner, Zachary Kennedy, Luis Vazquez, Alan Filiault, Joey Vedovelli, Daniel Spohr, and Jeremy Sufrin.

Goaltenders were Andrew Barcomb and Todd Pescetta.