Rockets Fall to Silvertips, 6-3
Published on November 21, 2025 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Kelowna Rockets News Release
Everett Silvertips' Nolan Chastko versus Kelowna Rockets' Carson Wetsch
(Kelowna Rockets)
The Kelowna Rockets saw their points streak come to an end on Friday night, falling 6-3 to the Everett Silvertips at Prospera Place.
GAME SUMMARY
Kelowna struck early for the third straight home game, with Hayden Paupanekis (5) opening the scoring at 3:32. The Montreal Canadiens draft pick walked into the slot off the rush and wired a high blocker-side shot past Anders Miller to make it 1-0.
Everett responded quickly. The Silvertips tied the game on a net-front finish from Jaxsin Vaughan, then added a shorthanded marker from Carter Bear to swing momentum. A power-play goal from Rylan Gould extended Everett's lead to three before Owen Folstrom (4) pulled Kelowna back within one on a breakaway at 17:58, making it 3-2 after an eventful first period.
The second frame proved to be the difference. Everett struck three times, Bear with his second of the night, followed by goals from Zackary Shantz and Landon DuPont, pushing the Silvertips ahead 6-2 and ending the night for starter Josh Banini after 23:31 of action. Harrison Boettiger entered in relief and was outstanding, stopping 28 of 29 shots the rest of the way to steady the Rockets.
In the third, Hiroki Gojsic (8) cut into the deficit with a breakaway finish at 1:46, but Kelowna couldn't inch any closer as Everett locked down defensively to secure the win.
ADDITIONAL STATS
Shots on Goal: Everett 42 | Kelowna 26
Power Play: Everett 1/5 | Kelowna 0/6
Faceoffs: Kelowna 36 | Everett 32
UP NEXT
The Rockets look to rebound tomorrow night in one of the most anticipated games of the year; Teddy Bear Toss Night, Saturday at 6:05 p.m. vs. the Portland Winterhawks. Fans are encouraged to bring new teddy bears, which will be donated to Kelowna General Hospital following the first Rockets goal. Tickets are available at selectyourtickets.com.
Images from this story
 Everett Silvertips' Nolan Chastko versus Kelowna Rockets' Carson Wetsch |
Western Hockey League Stories from November 21, 2025
- Cougars Roll to Fourth Straight Win with 6-2 Triumph Over Hurricanes - Prince George Cougars
- Preview: Americans at Giants - November 22, 2025 - Tri-City Americans
- T-Birds Vanquish Victoria - Seattle Thunderbirds
- Pats Fall, 2-1, to Americans in Goaltending Duel - Regina Pats
- Gustafson's First WHL Hat Trick Powers Hawks to 7-4 Win Over Blazers - Portland Winterhawks
- Vees Collect Home Win Against Giants - Penticton Vees
- Rockets Fall to Silvertips, 6-3 - Kelowna Rockets
- Broncos Push Blades to the Wire But Can't Find Late Equalizer - Swift Current Broncos
- Xavier Wendt Shines As Americans Take Down Regina, 2-1 - Tri-City Americans
- Tigers Fall, 4-3, to Rebels in Shootout - Medicine Hat Tigers
- Strong Penalty Kill, Goaltending Not Enough for Wheat Kings in Prince Albert - Brandon Wheat Kings
- Broncos Sign Gavin Harrison to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement - Swift Current Broncos
- Game Preview: Game 23 at Rebels - Medicine Hat Tigers
- Game Preview: Vees vs Giants - Penticton Vees
- Manitoba Tough: Carels Brings Measured, Mature Game to 2025 CHL USA Prospects Challenge - Prince George Cougars
- Game Day Hub: November 21 at Kamloops - Portland Winterhawks
- Game Preview: Cougars vs. Hurricanes - Prince George Cougars
- Rockets Host Everett and Portland - Kelowna Rockets
- Preview: Americans vs Pats - November 21, 2025 - Tri-City Americans
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
