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By CKPG Today

Hockey

Former Cougar commits to Saskatchewan Huskies

Jul 14, 2025 | 4:20 PM

PRINCE GEORGE — Former Prince George Cougars Captain Hudson Thornton will be joining the University of Saskatchewan Huskies for the upcoming season.

The 21-year-old spent last year playing in the pros, including with the Orlando Solar Bears and South Carolina Stingrays of the ECHL, as well as the Hershey Bears of the AHL.

A cornerstone of the Cougars blue line from 2020 to 2024, the product of Winnipeg ranks first all time in goals for defenceman, assists, points and power play goals.

Thornton will be studying business at the University of Saskatchewan which is located in Saskatoon, SK.