The Salmon Arm Silverbacks are excited to announce forward Justin Wilson has committed to play NCAA Div I hockey at the American International College (AIC) next season.
In his third full season with Salmon Arm, Justin Wilson currently sits second in team scoring with 19 goals and 16 assists for 35 points in just 28 games. His 19 goals have him first on the team in scoring, and he is tied for first in power play assists at nine with linemate Matthew Verboon. Around the BCHL, Wilson has the 9th best points per game average at 1.25 points per game.
After two seasons with the North Van Giants of the BC Major Midget League where he had 105 points in 78 games, Wilson to date has suited up in 138 games as a Silverback scoring 45 goals and 52 assists for 98 points.
“Coming in as a 20 year old this season, Wilson has been fantastic for us,” said Silverbacks Head Coach and GM Scott Atkinson. “He bounced back from a considerable injury earlier this season and is a team leader both on and off the ice. We are excited to see him continue his playing career at AIC”
Playing in Springfield, Massachusetts, AIC competes in the Atlantic Hockey Conference which also has Air Force Academy where teammate Trevor Adams is committed to.
Salmon Arm returns home this week for a double header with the Trail Smoke Eaters on January 25th and 26th.
