The Chatham Maroons have made a big move in the Ontario Hockey League (OHL) as they have signed AP (affiliate player) forward, Cameron Marson. The 16-year-old from Chatham has been playing for the Chatham-Kent Cyclones AAA team and has impressed the Maroons’ coaching staff with his skills and potential.
Marson is a highly skilled player who has been making waves in the local hockey scene. He has been a standout player for the Cyclones, leading the team in scoring with 17 goals and 22 assists in just 25 games. His speed, agility, and playmaking abilities have caught the attention of the Maroons, who are excited to have him on their roster.
Marson’s signing with the Maroons is a testament to the strong development program of the Chatham-Kent Cyclones. The team has a history of producing talented players who have gone on to play at higher levels, and Marson is the latest addition to that list.
In other local sports news, Carleton University’s men’s basketball team had a big night as they defeated the University of Ottawa 84-61. Chatham native, Marcus Anderson, had a standout performance with 20 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Anderson, who is in his fourth year at Carleton, has been a key player for the team and continues to make his hometown proud.
The Wallaceburg Red Devils also had a strong showing as they rallied to defeat the Windsor Clippers 12-10 in Junior B lacrosse action. The Red Devils were down 8-3 at halftime but came back strong in the second half, led by a hat trick from captain, Cory Lucier. The win puts the Red Devils in second place in the Far West Division with a record of 6-3-1.
Local sports fans can look forward to more exciting action from these talented athletes as they continue to make their mark in their respective leagues. The Chatham Maroons, Carleton Ravens, and Wallaceburg Red Devils are all shining examples of the strong sports culture in Chatham-Kent and we can’t wait to see what they will achieve next.
