PG Cougars ink 2006-born forward to WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement

The Prince George Cougars announced 2006-born forward Riley Ashe has signed a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement with the club.

The 19-year-old was selected 56th overall by the Cougars in the 2021 WHL Prospects Draft.

Ashe was with the the Salmon Arm Silverbacks in the BCHL the past two seasons, tallying 13 goals and 14 assists last season as alternate captain, and netting 6 goals with 17 assists the season prior.

“Riley will bring a savvy veteran presence to our team,” said Cougars Director of Scouting Bob Simmonds.

“He plays a strong two-way, 200-foot game and we expect him to have a significant positive impact on our forward group for next season. We are thrilled to have Riley join our organization at this stage of his career.” 

Ashe, who is a native of Warman, Saskatchewan, also owns a commitment to the University of Nebraska Omaha.