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Blake Jones, a defenseman from the BCHL's Nanaimo Clippers, has committed to play for Colorado College. He previously captained the New Jersey Titans in the NAHL, leading all defensemen in scoring before joining the Clippers.
Colorado College is getting a reinforcement on the back end for this coming season. Blueliner Blake Jones of the BCHL's Nanaimo Clippers announced his commitment to the Tigers on Instagram just an hour ago.
Jones started the 2025-26 campaign captaining the North American Hockey League's New Jersey Titans before signing with the Clippers on Jan. 6. At the time of his departure from the Garden State, he led all NAHL defenseman in scoring with 39 points (4 goals + 35 assists).
IN THE DYING SECONDS! ⏳
Blake Jones seals Game 1 for Nanaimo with a goal in the final minute.
🎙️ @danmarshall77#BCHL | @ClippersHockeypic.twitter.com/06RbUQCoYu
— BCHL (@BCHockeyLeague) April 4, 2026
Upon arriving in Nanaimo, Jones continued his offense at nearly the same pace, earning 23 points (1 goal + 22 assists) in 24 games. Currently, the Clippers are resting up for the second round of the 2026 Rogers BCHL Playoffs against the Cowichan Valley Capitals. Game one is Friday April 17 at 9pm CT.
Whenever Nanaimo's season ends, Jones will age out of junior hockey and head to Colorado to begin his NCAA career this fall.
Q&A
What are Blake Jones' statistics in the NAHL before joining the BCHL?
Blake Jones led all NAHL defensemen in scoring with 39 points, consisting of 4 goals and 35 assists, before signing with the Nanaimo Clippers.
When will Blake Jones start his NCAA career at Colorado College?
Blake Jones will begin his NCAA career at Colorado College this fall after aging out of junior hockey once the Nanaimo Clippers' season concludes.
What is the schedule for the Nanaimo Clippers' next playoff game?
The Nanaimo Clippers will play Game 1 of the second round of the 2026 Rogers BCHL Playoffs against the Cowichan Valley Capitals on Friday, April 17, at 9 PM CT.
