GMHL Players in IIHF World Junior Championships

The GMHL had several of our current players and alumni participate in the IIHF World Junior Championships. It is not small feat to be selected as one of the 25 top players from your region and represent your homeland in international competition. We would like to recognize and support our alumni on their accomplishment.

Nikita Jevpalovs (South Muskoka Shield) represented Latvia in the WJC-20 D1A division. Jevpalovs had an exceptional tournament once again. He was the Assistant Captain for his country and was the leading point getter for Team Latvia with 9 points (4g, 5a) against the world's best. In addition, he finished second in the entire division for point scoring. This season, Nikita is playing for Armada Blainville-Boisbriand  (QMJHL). He has 32 points (17g, 15a) on the season.

Aaron Henderson (Seguin Huskies) has split time this season between the Seguin Huskies and Powassan Eagles this season. He has 5 points on the 2013-14 GMHL campaign. Henderson was a dominating force for New Zealand in the IIHF WJC-20 D3. Not only did he lead New Zealend in points & goals, but he was the point leader for the entire Division3 with 7 points (4g, 3a). Aaron stands at 6'5" and weighs 190lbs.

George Coslett (Bradford Bulls) also represented New Zealand in the WJC-U20 D3. The 19 year old D-man was the Assistant Captain for his country playing all in four games during the Tournament. George split time between the Bradford Bulls and Lefroy Wave last season. He is now playing professional hockey in his homeland.

Tristan Darling (Bradford Bulls) is playing on the Bradford Bulls this season. He too represented New Zealand this year in the tournament, playing in four games for his country.

Filip Kutak (Shelburne Red Wings) represented the Czech Republic's U18 squad in international compitition. In the WJC-19 highest division, the forward played in four games notching an assist. Kutak played to the Wings last season in the GMHL. He is currently playing in Czech's top U20 league as a 17 year old.

Daniel Medrano (Temiscaming Titans) played for Spain's U20 squad in the WHC-20 D2B. The D-man had two assists in tour games. He was a staple on the Titan's blue line last season and is playing professional hockey in Spain this season.

In addition, Nikolia Skladnichenko won the bronze medal with Team Russia in the WJC-20 first division. Full story on this player can be found on www.gmhl.net.

Congratulations to each of our current and alumni players. As mentioned, it is a honour to represent your country and the GMHL is very pleased to show our support!