T-Birds Sign Fifth Player from 2022 WHL Prospects Draft
January 26, 2023 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Seattle Thunderbirds News Release
KENT - The Seattle Thunderbirds have announced forward Samuel Charko has signed a WHL Standard Player Agreement with the team.
Charko, from Whitecourt, Alberta, was selected by the T-Birds in the ninth round, 192nd overall, in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft.
"Sam is a player who made a strong impression at his first training camp in September," said Assistant General Manager, Jared Crooks. "He has earned this next opportunity for us through his talent, hard work, and continued development throughout this season."
By signing a WHL Standard Player Agreement, Charko is guaranteed a WHL Scholarship for every year he plays in the WHL. A player is able to attend any career enhancing institution of his choice, including universities, colleges, technical institutes, trade schools, or any other institution which will help the player achieve his academic and career goals.
For each season played in the WHL, a player receives a one-year post-secondary scholarship, which includes: Tuition, Compulsory Fees and Required Textbooks.
The WHL provides the top young hockey talent in western Canada and the United States with the opportunity to develop their skills on the ice at the highest possible level, without compromising their academic goals.
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