Carson Cameron Named OHL East Division Academic Player of the Month Presented by Hockley Valley Resort
The Ontario Hockey League announced today that Petes rookie defenceman Carson Cameron has been named the East Division Academic Player of the Month for December.
Cameron is currently holding an “A” average in three grade 11 university-level courses, including an 81 percent average in Physics, a 78 percent average in Functions, and an 85 percent average in Fitness Leadership at Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School.
“Carson is a responsible, conscientious student. He is currently enrolled in three academic classes with an 81% average,” said Petes Academic Advisor Shannon Fife. “Carson was able to maintain his studies while playing for the U17 World Juniors for Canada and continues to hold himself to a high standard.”
“Carson has done a good job transitioning into the OHL both on and off the ice,” added Petes General Manager Mike Oke. “Despite moving away from home, attending a new school, and the demands of a busy hockey schedule, Carson continues to maintain strong grades.”
The 16-year-old from Bobcaygeon, Ont. has played 26 games this season, recording one goal and 10 assists for the Petes. The 6-foot, 171Ib. blueliner was Peterborough’s first round (13th overall) pick in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection from the Central Ontario Wolves U16 program. Cameron was selected to represent Canada White at the 2023 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge in November, bringing home a gold medal.
The Petes are back in action on Wednesday, January 3 when they travel to Sarnia to take on the Sarnia Sting. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at Progressive Auto Sales Arena. Fans can catch the game at the official road game watch party at Shoeless Joe’s Peterborough. The game will also be broadcasted on YourTV Peterborough and Freq 90.5.