Story: Spencer Kennedy commits to Laronge Ice Wolves

A Dynamiter is moving on to the next level of junior hockey.

The Kimberley Dynamiters announced earlier this week that Spencer Kennedy committed to the Laronge Ice Wolves (SJHL) for the 2019-20 season.

"I'm pretty excited to get this opportunity," Kennedy said. "I hope I can make the most of it."

"Spencer had a great season with us and developed into a top player in our league." Nitros head coach and general manager Derek Stuart said. "We are very happy for him to be moving on to Junior A."

The Lethbridge, AB native is excited to be book-ending his home province as he moves from playing hockey in BC this past season to Saskatchewan next season.

"It's pretty cool that you get to experience different lifestyles. It will be different living in the trees of Kimberley to living in the farms in Saskatchewan. I'm excited for the new experience."

In 37 games this season with the Nitros, Kennedy scored 15 goals and 32 assists, adding 128 penalty minutes. In the playoffs, the 18 year old scored seven goals and three assists in 17 games while amassing 92 penalty minutes.

Reflecting on the season, Kennedy credits the teams work ethic for his success.

"With the team we had, everyone was pushing each other in practice to be better."

He also credited the playoff push, saying that the scouts tipping point for recruiting him happened during the KIJHL Finals against the Revelstoke Grizzlies.

As he leaves the organization, he was appreciative of the team, organization, and the community of Kimberley.

"It was one of the greatest years of hockey I have ever had."

Lead photo by Jonathan Righton