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Prince George Cougars

Carson Bolduc Named to Team Pacific

November 15, 2012 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Prince George Cougars News Release


Prince George, BC - The Prince George Cougars are pleased to announce that 16-year-old forward Carson Bolduc (Salmon Arm, B.C.) has been named to Team Pacific at the 2013 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge. The tournament begins on December 29th, 2012 in both Victoriaville and Drummondville, Quebec and wraps up on January 4th, 2013.

Bolduc was selected by the Prince George Cougars in the third round (59th overall) of the 2011 WHL Bantam Draft and is the lone 1996-born player on the current Cougars roster. In 11 games this season, Bolduc has recorded two assists.

"It's a great feeling, just knowing that you're one of the top guys in Western Canada," said Carson Bolduc who credits a strong offseason of training for his success. "After Team Pacific camp I went home, worked hard, skated lots and got ready for camp, and it's paid off."

Though Bolduc was the only Cougars player selected to the team, he's not the only Prince George Cougars representative. Cougars Assistant Coach Jason Becker is the Head Coach of the 2013 Team Pacific team while Cougars Assistant G.M. and Director of Player Personnel Wade Klippenstein is the Head Scout.

"Carson brings a lot to the table," said Team Pacific Head Coach Jason Becker. "It's been a pleasure to see him step into a bigger role, accept it, and do the things necessary that he needs to do on the ice."

Last season the Prince George Cougars sent four of their players to this tournament. Chase Witala suited up for Team Pacific while Alex Forsberg, Jordan Tkatch and Jarrett Fontaine represented Team West.

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