The Penticton Vees Jr. A Hockey Club is pleased to announced 1998-born forward Jared Nash has committed to the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) for the 2018-19 season.
“We not only look for great players but great people for our program and Jared is certainly a quality individual,” said Vees coach-GM Fred Harbinson in a press release. “He exudes character and his play reflects that on the ice. We’re excited for him after the hard work he put in and we look forward to preparing him for next level.”
Nash is in his first season with the Vees and sits 11th in team scoring with two goals and 12 points in 29 games; his 10 assists is sixth-most on the team. Prior to joining the Vees, the Stratford, Ont., native played for his hometown Stratford Cullitons in the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL). Last year Nash finished second in team scoring with 19 goals and 62 points in 45 regular season games. He also had another 26 points in 21 playoff games as he led the Cullitons to the GOJHL Cherry Cup Final. In 90 career regular season games in the GOJHL, Nash amassed 28 goals and 58 assists for 86 points.
The UAA Seawolves hockey program has been in existence since 1979 and they’re a member of the Western Collegiate Hockey Conference (WCHA). The Seawolves are coached by Matt Thomas who’s in his fourth season as the program’s head coach. Their roster this year features 10 BCHL alumni, including former Vees Cam Amantea (sophomore) and Olivier Mantha (junior). The Seawolves have made three NCAA Tournament appearances in their history, all in a three-year span from 1990 to 1992.
