Vees Sign 2006-Born Defenceman Ethan Weber
Published on July 4, 2025 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Penticton Vees News Release
PENTICTON, BC - The Penticton Vees, proud members of the Western Hockey League (WHL), are excited to announce the signing of 2006-born defenceman Ethan Weber to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.
"Ethan is someone we targeted since the minute we were accepted into the WHL," said Vees President, General Manager, and Head Coach Fred Harbinson. "We believe he has the talent to be an immediate impact player on our roster. We are very excited to have Ethan wearing a Vees jersey this season."
Weber, 18, played the past two seasons with the Lincoln Stars in the United States Hockey League (USHL). The Manhattan Beach, California product posted 19 points (5G, 14A) in 62 games during the 2024-25 season. He added one goal in seven playoff contests. In two seasons in the USHL, the 6'0, 190-pound defenceman compiled 25 points (7G, 18A) in 118 career regular season games. Weber has already secured a commitment to Penn State University.
Weber was originally selected by the Saskatoon Blades in the 2021 WHL U.S. Prospects Draft and was acquired by the Vees in the 2025 WHL Expansion Draft.
Stay up to date with all Vees news and updates by visiting www.chl.ca/whl-vees
About WHL Scholarships
Administered by the WHL Office, WHL Scholarships are solely funded by the ownership of the WHL member Clubs. Every player who plays in the WHL is eligible to receive the WHL Scholarship. For every season played in the WHL, players receive a guaranteed, full year of WHL Scholarship including tuition, textbooks, and compulsory fees to a post-secondary institution of their choice. The WHL Scholarship is a fully guaranteed academic scholarship with no requirement to play university hockey to qualify. The WHL graduate can apply the funding to any post-secondary or career-enhancing program of his choice, including trades schools or professional career training programs.
Established on a League-wide basis in 1993-94, over 8,000 WHL Scholarships have been awarded, representing an investment of over $38 million by WHL Clubs.
About the Penticton Vees
The Penticton Vees are a proud member of the Western Hockey League, dedicated to developing elite-level hockey talent and fostering a culture of excellence both on and off the ice. With a rich history and a passionate fan base, the Vees continue to be a cornerstone of Junior Hockey in British Columbia.
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