In 2001, while a member of the British Ice Hockey League's Sheffield Steelers, Vial incited a much publicized brawl against the Nottingham Panthers which resulted in the league handing out several suspensions totaling 28 games and fines worth £8,400 ($18,750).
In 2001, during his time with the Sheffield Steelers in the British Ice Hockey League, Vial caused a notable fight against the Nottingham Panthers. As a result, the league imposed suspensions amounting to 28 games and fines totaling £8,400 ($18,750).