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From Milwaukee to PG; Cougars sign American blueliner

Drew Peterson’s hockey journey is now taking him to Prince George.

Today (Tuesday), the American-born defenseman signed with the Cougars.

He was the Cats 164th overall selection in the 2021 WHL Prospects Draft.

Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Peterson spent the 2022-23 season playing for the Phoenix Jr. Coyotes U16 AAA club.

In his 12 games played, Peterson contributed with two assists.

“While he showed promise during the previous training camp, the focus for Drew was on improving his defensive play. Throughout the course of the hockey
season, it became apparent that Drew was taking his game to a whole new level in a very positive way. His dedication to defending and his growing maturity as a player impressed the
coaching staff,” said Bob Simmonds, Cougars Director of Scouting.

Peterson was coached by former NHL player Dave Ellett.

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Brendan Pawliw
Brendan Pawliw
Since moving to Prince George in 2015, Brendan has covered local sports including the WHL’s Prince George Cougars, Prince George Spruce Kings, UNBC Timberwolves, Cariboo Cougars AAA, and Northern Capitals U18 female hockey teams. Career highlights include play-by-play during the Spruce Kings' BCHL championship runs in 2018 and 2019, including the Doyle Cup win. He also covered the 2019 National Junior A Championship, the 2017 Telus Cup, the 2022 World Women’s Curling Championship, and the 2022 BC Summer Games. Brendan is the news voice on 94.3 The Goat and Country 97 FM, reporting on crime, real estate, labour, and environmental issues. Outside of work, he officiates box lacrosse and fastball, sits on the Prince George Sports Hall of Fame board, and co-hosts the Hockey North podcast.

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