Spitfires sign Froggett, Hjelholt and O’Dell

WINDSOR, ON – The Windsor Spitfires are proud to announce the signings of Carter Froggett, Evan Hjelholt (yell-holt) and Trevor O’Dell to OHL scholarship and development agreements.

Froggett was selected #107 overall by the Spitfires in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection draft. Carter hails from Thorndale, Ontario. He stands at 6’3 and weighs 206lbs.

Froggett played for the Elgin Middlesex Chiefs when he was drafted during the 2021-22 season. He posted a 1.77 GAA in 13 games in the ALLIANCE. Froggett played for the London Jr Knights U18 program during the 2022-23 season. He appeared in 20 games and recorded a 2.64 GAA. Carter was called up to the London Nationals of the GOJHL for two games and posted a 2.36 GAA and a .915 SV%.

“It was a dream come true to be drafted in 2022 by the Spitfires,” Froggett said. “I want to thank Bill Bowler and his team for giving me the opportunity to become a part of such a great organization. I am looking forward to putting in the work and earning my place between the pipes.”

“We see a lot of potential with Carter.” GM Bill Bowler said. “He is an athletic goalie that covers a lot of net. We welcome him to our club.”

Hjelholt was selected #18 overall by the Spitfires in the 2023 U-18 OHL draft. Evan hails from Richmond Hill, Ontario. He stands at 6’2 and weighs 200lbs.

Hjelholt played for the Toronto Titans when he was drafted during the 2022-23 season. He played in 36 games and recorded three assists on the backend. He is a product of the Richmond Hill Coyotes U16 program.

“I am excited to get started and be in the organization’s plans,” Hjelholt said. “Practicing and playing with the guys will make me better as a person and a player. I am honoured to be a part of this organization.”

“Evan is a character kid with a high compete level.” GM Bill Bowler said. “He has a good active stick and he defends with a purpose. We welcome him to our club.”

O’Dell was selected #142 overall by the Spitfires in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection draft. Trevor hails from Stouffville, Ontario. The defenceman stands at 6’3 and weighs 166lbs.

O’Dell played for the Toronto Nationals of the GTHL when he was drafted during the 2021-22 season. He played in 25 games and recorded one goal and three assists. Trevor continued to develop with the Toronto Nationals U18 program during the 2022-23 season. He appeared in seven games and recorded one assist.

“I am happy and thrilled to be a part of this organization.” O’Dell said. “The work starts now and I’m excited to play in front of this amazing fan base.”

“Trevor is a big frame and good skater.” GM Bill Bowler said. “He can close in on defenders and we welcome him to our club.”