[{"id":32283,"date":"2026-07-18T15:44:45","date_gmt":"2026-07-18T19:44:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chl.ca\/ohl-colts\/?p=32283"},"modified":"2026-07-18T15:44:45","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T19:44:45","slug":"adopt-a-school-2026-27","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chl.ca\/ohl-colts\/article\/adopt-a-school-2026-27","title":{"rendered":"Colts Adopt A School Program Returns for 2026-27"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:230;94-323\">The Barrie Colts are inviting elementary and secondary schools across Simcoe County to take part in the 2026-27 Adopt A School program, one of the organization&#8217;s longest-running community fundraising initiatives.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:279;325-603\">With 34 home games on the schedule this season, there are plenty of opportunities for schools to host a designated &#8220;school night&#8221; at Sadlon Arena \u2014 a night where students, staff, and families can come out to cheer on the Colts while raising money for their own school community.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:16;605-620\">How It Works<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"[li_&amp;]:mb-0 [li_&amp;]:mt-1 [li_&amp;]:gap-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-12:297;622-1224\">\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" style=\"text-align: left\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:99;622-720\">Schools sell tickets to their designated game and receive a donation back for every ticket sold.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" style=\"text-align: left\" data-sourcepos=\"10:1-10:88;721-808\">Ticket orders and payment can be collected right up until the week prior to the game.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" style=\"text-align: left\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:119;809-927\">Schools must confirm their final ticket count with the Colts ticketing department two weeks before their game night.<\/li>\n<li class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\" style=\"text-align: left\" data-sourcepos=\"12:1-12:297;928-1224\">Primary school nights include the chance for a school assembly visit and to have the school choir sing the national anthem on the ice. If all primary dates are filled, schools can still take part as a &#8220;secondary school,&#8221; selling tickets and having their school logo featured on the video board.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"14:1-14:177;1226-1402\">Since its launch, the program has become a cornerstone of the Colts&#8217; community efforts, with the organization donating back to schools throughout Simcoe County year after year.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;32284&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"16:1-16:22;1404-1425\">Book Your Spot Now<\/h3>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"18:1-18:186;1427-1612\">Game nights are booked on a first-come, first-served basis, and popular dates fill up quickly \u2014 schools are encouraged to reach out as soon as possible to lock in their preferred night.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"20:1-20:43;1614-1656\">To book your school&#8217;s fundraiser, contact:<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"22:1-23:61;1658-1735\"><strong>Heidi Wilson<\/strong> \ud83d\udce7 <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"mailto:hwilson@barriecolts.com\">hwilson@barriecolts.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"25:1-26:79;1737-1918\">Schools can view the full 2026-27 home game schedule to help choose the best date for their community: \u00a0<a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/chl.ca\/ohl-colts\/2026-27-schedule\/\">2026-27 Barrie Colts Game Schedule<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Barrie Colts are inviting Simcoe County schools to take part in the 2026-27 Adopt A School program. 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He captained the Barrie Jr. Colts U16 AAA program throughout the 2025-26 OMHA season, posting 18 goals and 22 assists for 40 points in 34 regular-season games before adding 4 goals and 3 assists in 8 playoff contests.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:300;710-1009\">An exceptional skater known for his deceptive edge work and ability to drive offence from the back end, Matheson has drawn praise from scouts and coaches alike since being drafted, with many pointing to his high hockey IQ and natural leadership as signs he&#8217;s ready for the jump to elite competition.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:234;1011-1244\">Canada&#8217;s national under-17 development camp will include practices and six games at the Sixteen Mile Sports Complex in Oakville, with players continuing to be evaluated ahead of the 2026 U17 World Challenge.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:123;1246-1368\">The Barrie Colts congratulate Lucas on this well-earned invitation and wish him the best of luck at camp.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:24;1370-1393\">Congratulations, Lucas!<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Barrie Colts first-round pick Lucas Matheson has been invited to Hockey Canada&#8217;s national under-17 development camp in Oakville, Ontario, running July 17-21 as part of evaluations for the 2026 U17 World 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Spotlight: Amber Weiss Heads Back to the Leafs Hockey School"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:794;75-868\">When the puck drops at the Sadlon Arena, Amber Weiss is one of the familiar faces making sure the operations of game nights run without a hitch. Colts fans have seen Amber around the rink for years \u2014 she interned with the club for three seasons before stepping into the role of Game Day Supervisor this past season, a promotion earned through her energy and genuine love for the game. In that role, Amber is responsible for the Colts&#8217; theme nights and biggest events of the year, organizing and managing a team of staff and interns who help bring those nights to life for fans at Sadlon Arena. But when the calendar flips to summer, Amber trades her Colts gameday duties for a whistle and her skates at the <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/leafsdevelopment.com\/programs\/leafs-hockey-school\/\">Leafs&#8217; Hockey School<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"5:1-5:441;870-1310\">Amber&#8217;s connection to the program goes back before she joined the Colts, having previously worked as a Hockey Development Instructor with Maple Leaf Sports &amp; Entertainment (MLSE). This summer marks her fourth year with the Leafs Hockey School presented by Rogers, working across two separate week-long camps for players ages 7 to 12 that blend skill development with a classic summer-camp atmosphere, run out of the Ford Performance Centre.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:247;1669-1915\">For Amber, the summer is a chance to stay connected to the grassroots side of the game \u2014 teaching fundamentals to the next generation of players \u2014 before diving back into gameday operations when Colts hockey returns to Sadlon Arena this fall.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:169;1917-2085\">&#8220;I love giving back to kids who love the game, and I love to be a part of a program like this and help the kids love the game as much as I love the game.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;32272&#8243; 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Shirochenkov joins the Colts after being selected by Barrie in the third round (171st overall) of the 2026 CHL Import Draft.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:178;415-592\">A native of Moscow, Russia, the six-foot, 165-pound left winger spent this past season with Dynamo Moscow&#8217;s U17 squad, posting 15 goals and 20 assists for 35 points in 33 games.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:293;594-886\">General Manager <em><strong>Marty Williamson<\/strong><\/em> said the pick reflects the club&#8217;s focus on building around young talent as it works through a rebuild following its run to the 2026 OHL championship series.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:293;594-886\">&#8220;Maxim fits our development path and I am looking forward to seeing how he develops,&#8221; Williamson said.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:90;888-977\">Shirochenkov is expected to join the Colts at training camp when it opens in late August.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:26;979-1004\">Welcome to Barrie, Maxim!<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Barrie Colts have signed forward Maxim Shirochenkov to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. 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The coaching staffs were selected by Alan Millar (Tottenham, ON), general manager of the Program of Excellence, alongside assistant general manager Mike Johnston (Dartmouth, NS\/Portland, WHL) and director of hockey operations Benoit Roy (Sudbury, ON).<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:489;714-1202\">Smoskowitz just wrapped his first season as head coach of the Barrie Colts, guiding the club to the OHL championship series in 2026. Prior to taking over behind the bench, he spent three seasons (2022-25) as a Colts assistant coach. He also has coaching experience at the junior level as an assistant with the Toronto Patriots of the Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL), and previously spent five seasons playing in the OHL with Barrie, the Mississauga Steelheads and the Oshawa Generals.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"11:1-11:47;1204-1250\"><strong><em>Dylan Smoskowitz<\/em><\/strong> reflects on his selection<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:344;1252-1595\">&#8220;It&#8217;s been a lifelong dream of mine to represent my country through hockey. You will have a hard time finding someone who will take more pride in wearing the Canadian Maple than me. The program of excellence demands just that, excellence. I am very much looking forward to the opportunity to work with this group of elite coaches and players.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:260;1597-1856\">Canada&#8217;s national under-17 development camp runs this July in Oakville, and will feature practices along with six games. Players will continue to be evaluated throughout the CHL season ahead of the 2026 U17 World Challenge.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:172;1858-2029\">For the full staff list for Canada&#8217;s national under-17 teams, <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/hockeycanada.ca\/en-ca\/national-championships\/men\/world-u17\/2026\/development-camp\/staff\">click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:165;2031-2195\">For more on the development camp schedule, <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/hockeycanada.ca\/en-ca\/national-championships\/men\/world-u17\/2026\/development-camp\/practice-schedule\">click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"23:1-23:24;2532-2555\">Congratulations, Dylan!<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;32262&#8243; 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Matousek joins the Colts after being selected by Barrie in the second round (110th overall) of the 2026 CHL Import Draft.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:610;404-1013\">Born June 5, 2009 in Plze\u0148, Czechia, the six-foot-two, 198-pound right winger enjoyed a breakout campaign this past season with HC Energie Karlovy Vary&#8217;s U17 squad in Czechia U17, piling up 38 goals and 29 assists for 67 points in 31 regular-season games before adding a goal and two assists in four playoff contests. Matousek also saw regular time up a level with Karlovy Vary&#8217;s U20 club in Czechia U20, contributing 3 goals and 4 assists for 7 points across 16 games as a 16-year-old skating against players up to four years his senior \u2014 an early sign of the pro trajectory Barrie&#8217;s staff has been tracking.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:226;1015-1240\">General Manager Marty Williamson said Matousek had been on Barrie&#8217;s radar for some time.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:226;1015-1240\">&#8220;He&#8217;s a guy we had targeted for a while and he fits our development path.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:271;1852-2122\">Matousek was also selected by the Des Moines Buccaneers in the 12th round (185th overall) of the 2026 USHL Entry Draft, but the Colts&#8217; CHL Import Draft selection secures his rights for the OHL. He is expected to join Barrie at training camp when it opens in late August.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:118;2124-2241\">The Colts continue to build a competitive and development-focused roster as they prepare for the upcoming OHL season.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:26;2243-2268\">Welcome to Barrie, Elias!<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Barrie Colts have signed forward Elias Matousek to an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. 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Born March 24, 2008, the 18-year-old brings size, skill and a strong game to the Barrie lineup.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:258;667-924\">&#8220;Ben&#8217;s someone our staff has liked for a while,&#8221; said Colts General Manager <strong><em>Marty Williamson<\/em><\/strong>. &#8220;He&#8217;s a competitive kid who&#8217;s put together a strong body of work at Brunswick, and we think there&#8217;s a lot of untapped upside in his game as he steps into the OHL.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:258;667-924\">Lombardi&#8217;s move to Barrie also comes with a familiar face already in the room. He and Colts forward <em><strong>Joe Salandra<\/strong><\/em> grew up playing together within the <strong>Mid Fairfield Rangers<\/strong> program in Connecticut before both went on to star at <strong>Brunswick School<\/strong> \u2014 a shared background the organization expects will help ease Lombardi&#8217;s transition into the Barrie dressing room.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:258;667-924\">A physical, north-south forward, Lombardi&#8217;s game is centred on strong puck protection and a willingness to work the inside of the ice \u2014 traits that scouts believe should translate well to the pace and structure of Ontario Hockey League play.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"13:1-13:144;1695-1838\">With the ink now dry, Lombardi joins a Colts forward group that continues to add depth and character as Barrie looks toward the 2026-27 season.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"15:1-15:28;1840-1867\">Welcome to Barrie, Ben!<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;32229&#8243; 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The signing formalizes his commitment to the organization after a summer that saw him weigh a college path before deciding his future was in the CHL.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"7:1-7:265;620-884\">&#8220;We&#8217;re really excited to get Marc&#8217;s name on paper,&#8221; said Colts General Manager <strong><em>Marty Williamson<\/em><\/strong>. &#8220;He&#8217;s a big, physical kid who plays with an edge every night. As soon as our staff saw him play, we knew this was a guy who fit the identity we&#8217;re building in Barrie.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:507;886-1392\">A stay-at-home defence with an imposing frame and a competitive streak, Ruggere spent last season with the Woodbridge Wolfpack Premier U15 AAA before capping his year with the Detroit Little Caesars at the OHL Cup, where he chipped in a goal over five games against some of the top competition in the region.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:507;886-1392\">Ruggere&#8217;s game is built on details: tight gaps, a heavy stick, and a willingness to make life difficult for opposing forwards below the hoops. Scouts have flagged him as a high-character, high-compete defender who reads plays well for a player his size, giving the Colts a long-term piece who profiles as a shutdown option as he continues to develop.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"17:1-17:233;2309-2541\">With the signing complete, Ruggere joins a Colts blue line that continues to add size and physicality, giving Barrie&#8217;s coaching staff another versatile option to develop as the organization builds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" style=\"text-align: center\" data-sourcepos=\"19:1-19:29;2543-2571\">Welcome to Barrie, Marc!<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Colts have locked up 87th overall pick Marc Ruggere, a 6&#8217;3&#8243;, 187-lb rearguard whose physical, stay-at-home style has scouts drawing comparisons to 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Marie \u2014 and a third-round pick in the 2029 OHL Priority Selection \u2014 via Windsor.<\/p>\n<p class=\"body-p\" style=\"text-align: center\">Newton, a Whitby, Ontario native, was selected by the Colts in the second round \u2014 26th overall \u2014 of the 2023 OHL Priority Selection. The 5-foot-11, 180-pound centre suited up in 67 regular season games for Barrie in 2025-26, recording 7 goals and 12 assists for 19 points. Over his time with the organization, Newton consistently brought energy, a physical edge, and a willingness to compete in all three zones \u2014 traits that made him a valued member of the Colts dressing room. Beyond his contributions on the ice, Newton distinguished himself as a standout in the classroom, earning OHL Central Division Academic Player of the Month honours during his rookie season \u2014 a reflection of the character and work ethic he brought to every area of his time in Barrie.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">The Barrie Colts would like to sincerely thank Jaiden for everything he gave to this organization and to this community. Jaiden was a true professional in every sense of the word, and we wish him and his family nothing but the best in Ottawa and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Barrie Colts have completed a trade with the Ottawa 67&#8217;s, sending forward Jaiden Newton to Ottawa in exchange for future draft capital. 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The Barrie native joins his hometown team after being selected 17th overall at the 2026 OHL Priority Selection \u2014 a moment that carried a lifetime of meaning for the 16-year-old.<\/p>\n<p class=\"body-p\" style=\"text-align: center\">A puck-moving defenceman out of the Barrie Jr. Colts U16 AAA program, Matheson captained his squad throughout the 2025-26 OMHA season, backing up the &#8220;C&#8221; with elite offensive numbers: 18 goals and 22 assists for 40 points in 34 regular-season games, then adding 4 goals and 3 assists in 8 playoff contests.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>Matheson <\/strong>reflects on being drafted and now signed by his hometown club<\/p>\n<div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"text-align: center\">\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"quote-text\"><em>&#8220;It doesn&#8217;t feel real, getting the opportunity to be on the ice under the same roof that I&#8217;ve been in the stands watching games for as long as I can even remember.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"quote-text\">An exceptional skater with outstanding edge work, Matheson&#8217;s development is deeply rooted. Lucas models his game by Montreal&#8217;s Lane Hutson as a blueprint for his style of play as an elite offensive defenceman. General Manager <em><strong>Marty Williamson<\/strong><\/em> made clear that Matheson was a priority target from the start of the scouting process, and the organization&#8217;s confidence in him hasn&#8217;t wavered since.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"text-align: center\">\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"quote-text\"><em>&#8220;Lucas is an elite defenceman that we know will translate well into this level and our team. We have watched him all year and believe he will make an impact immediately on and off the ice.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Scouts who followed Matheson throughout the 2025-26 OMHA season consistently flagged him as one of the most exciting defencemen in the entire league to watch. His calling card at the blue line is his deception \u2014 constantly shifting his hips, selling one direction before attacking the other, leaving opposing forwards flat-footed and dangerous slot chances wide open. He&#8217;s far from a one-dimensional offensive player, though. Matheson backs up his offensive instincts with reliable defensive-zone play, a physical edge, and the kind of crisp breakout passing that translates immediately at the next level. The consensus among those who watched him all year: he has the tools to be a play-driving defenceman in the OHL.<\/p>\n<p>Head Coach<em><strong> Dylan Smoskowitz<\/strong> <\/em>reflects on the signing:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"text-align: center\">\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"quote-text\"><em>&#8220;Lucas was always meant to be a Barrie Colt. From his character and natural leadership abilities, to his on-ice skill and high IQ, we could not be more excited to add Lucas to our team and get to work with him this coming season.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"body-p\" style=\"text-align: center\">As for Matheson himself, the focus is already on what comes next.<\/p>\n<div class=\"quote-block\" style=\"text-align: center\">\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"quote-text\"><em>&#8220;I just can&#8217;t wait to bring everything I&#8217;ve done so far into the next level and continue to build with new people.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"body-p\" style=\"text-align: center\">For an organization that prides itself on developing homegrown talent, signing a Barrie kid who grew up in the seats at Sadlon Arena is a moment worth celebrating.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Welcome to the club, Lucas.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;32215&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Barrie Colts are proud to announce that first-round pick Lucas Matheson has signed an OHL Scholarship and Development Agreement with the club. 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