Winterhawks Sign Carter Matthews to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement
Published on January 16, 2026 under Western Hockey League (WHL)
Portland Winterhawks News Release
Portland, Ore. - The Portland Winterhawks Hockey Club announced today the signing of 19-year-old defenseman Carter Matthews to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.
Matthews, of Calgary, Alberta, joins the Hawks from the Trail Smoke Eaters of the BCHL. In 30 games played this season, Matthews amassed nine points behind one goal and eight assists.
"Two years ago we had Carter at training camp and at that time he decided to pursue an NCAA scholarship," Winterhawks General Manager Mike Johnston said. "With the rules changing we have now been able to add him to a roster for the remainder of the year. He will add experience and depth to our defense group"
Western Hockey League Stories from January 16, 2026
- Oil Kings Fall to Tigers in Second Half on Home and Home - Edmonton Oil Kings
- Broncos Battle Hard But Come up Short in Saskatoon - Swift Current Broncos
- Pavao's Power Play Goal The Difference As Americans Down Rebels, 5-3 - Tri-City Americans
- Second Period Surge Sends Wheat Kings Past Royals - Brandon Wheat Kings
- Winterhawks Sign Carter Matthews to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement - Portland Winterhawks
- Oil Kings Recall Marsh and Schollar - Edmonton Oil Kings
- Giants Add 18-Year-Old Forward Charko to Roster - Vancouver Giants
- Winterhawks Announce One Roster Move - Portland Winterhawks
- Game Preview: Game 42 VS Oil Kings - Medicine Hat Tigers
- Victoria Royals Finalize Leadership Group for 2025-26 Season - Victoria Royals
- Game Preview: Vees at Giants - Penticton Vees
- Chiefs Looking for First Win against Silvertips on the Road Friday - Spokane Chiefs
- Warriors Look to Get US Division Road Trip Back on Track - Moose Jaw Warriors
- Oil Kings Head to Medicine Hat for Rematch with Tigers - Edmonton Oil Kings
- Game Day Hub: January 16 at Wenatchee - Portland Winterhawks
- Game Preview: Cougars at Blazers - Prince George Cougars
- Preview: Americans at Rebels - January 16, 2026 - Tri-City Americans
The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.
