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Hovde finding niche with Spruce Kings

Despite a less than desirable record this season, a few bright spots still remain for the Prince George Spruce Kings.

One of them is forward Jarod Hovde.

The 18 year old product out of Camrose began the year in the Alberta Junior Hockey League with the Spruce Grove Saints before being acquired by Prince George earlier this season.

In 42 games, Hovde has recorded 5 goals and 4 assists along with 44 penalty minutes.

He plays a fast, hard and honest game for Prince George which has earned him the trust of the coaching staff allowing him to play in all situations.

Hovde has definitely noticed a difference since he arrived.

“When I first came here it was an adjustment from Alberta to BC but I think I am there now and am finally playing the way I should.”

“I try to work hard every night and do my part to help the team win.”

The Spruce Kings continue a 9 game home-stand on Wednesday against the Vernon Vipers.

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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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