Kazbekov Signs with Knights
September 10, 2021 - Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
London Knights News Release
The London Knights are excited to announce that the team has signed the first overall pick from the 2021 OHL U18 Priority Selection, Abakar Kazbekov.
"We are very excited to sign our first overall pick from the 2021 U18 Draft. Abakar brings a high hockey sense, top playmaking ability, and a great shot to our forward group." - Mark Hunter, Co-Owner and General Manager of the London Knights.
Playing for the Vaughan Kings U16 AAA during the 2019-2020 season, Kazbekov tallied four goals and eight assists for 12 points in 21 games.
Kazbekov will wear number 15 for the Knights.
Abakar Kazbekov
Position: Centre Shoots: Left
Born: May 30, 2004 Hometown: Russia
Height: 6'01" Weight: 177 lbs
2019-2020 Team League GP G A P PIM
Vaughan Kings U16 AAA GTHL U16 21 4 8 12 4
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