
Defenseman Cooper Jones Returns to the Utah Grizzlies for Upcoming 2025-26 Season
July 23, 2025 - ECHL (ECHL)
Utah Grizzlies News Release
West Valley City, Utah - Defenseman Cooper Jones is returning to the Utah Grizzlies for the upcoming 2025-26 season.
Jones was acquired by the Grizzlies in a trade with the Jacksonville Icemen on January 16, 2025. With Utah he scored 4 goals and 8 assists in 39 games. Jones appeared in 18 games with Jacksonville last season, scoring 1 goal. Jones has pro experience with Adirondack, Idaho, Jacksonville, Rapid City,Trois-Rivieres and Utah in the ECHL and Evansville, Knoxville, Macon and Pensacola of the SPHL.
"When I got traded to Utah last season it was the easiest transition I have ever had, thanks to the fans, players, and staff. I am really excited to be back in that atmosphere at the Maverik Center this year," says Jones.
Season tickets and a variety of ticket packages are available at utahgrizzlies.com or by calling (801) 988-8000. For the latest information on the Grizzlies leading up to the 2025-26 season go to utahgrizzlies.com and follow the Grizzlies on Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Announced 2025-26 Signings
Forwards: Adam Berg, Dylan Fitze, Reed Lebster, Mick Messner, Griffin Ness.
Defensemen: Aiden Hansen-Bukata, Colby Enns, Noah Ganske, Cooper Jones, Luke LaMaster, Avery Winslow
Goaltender: Dryden McKay.
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