Kazden Mathies Signs with the Thunderbirds

Forward was selected in second round of 2022 WHL Prospects Draft

KENT, June 11, 2022 — The Seattle Thunderbirds have announced forward Kazden Mathies has signed a WHL Standard Player Agreement with the team.

Mathies, from Martensville, Saskatchewan, was selected by the T-Birds in the second round, 37th overall, in the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft.

“Kazden was the captain of his team,” said Director of Player Personnel, Cal Filson. “He plays an explosive offensive game, creating a ton of chances for himself and his teammates.” By signing a WHL Standard Player Agreement, Mathies is guaranteed a WHL Scholarship for every year he plays in the WHL. A player is able to attend any career enhancing institution of his choice, including universities, colleges, technical institutes, trade schools, or any other institution which will help the player achieve his academic and career goals.

For each season played in the WHL, a player receives a one-year post-secondary scholarship, which includes: Tuition, Compulsory Fees and Required Textbooks.

The WHL provides the top young hockey talent in western Canada and the United States with the opportunity to develop their skills on the ice at the highest possible level, without compromising their academic goals.