Vees sign 2007-born defenceman Callum Stone
PENTICTON, BC – The Penticton Vees, proud members of the Western Hockey League (WHL), are thrilled to announce the signing of 2007-born defenceman Callum Stone to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.
“Cal quickly became a very dependable piece on our blueline as a rookie last season. He worked his way into a shutdown role and played a lot of important minutes. Most importantly, he has a great work ethic and attitude. We look forward to seeing his game take another step at the WHL level,” said Vees President, General Manager, and Head Coach Fred Harbinson.
The 18-year-old Kelowna native just completed his rookie season in the B.C. Hockey League, finishing as the team’s third-highest scoring defenceman with 17 points (4-13-17) in 51 regular season games. The 5’9”, 155-pound blueliner added two goals in 14 playoff appearances.
Stone previously spent four seasons with Rink Hockey Academy Kelowna in the Canadian Sport School Hockey League. He was selected 113th overall by the Portland Winterhawks in the 6th round of the 2022 WHL Prospects Draft.
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About WHL Scholarships
Administered by the WHL Office, WHL Scholarships are solely funded by the ownership of the WHL member Clubs. Every player who plays in the WHL is eligible to receive the WHL Scholarship. For every season played in the WHL, players receive a guaranteed, full year of WHL Scholarship including tuition, textbooks, and compulsory fees to a post-secondary institution of their choice. The WHL Scholarship is a fully guaranteed academic scholarship with no requirement to play university hockey to qualify. The WHL graduate can apply the funding to any post-secondary or career-enhancing program of his choice, including trades schools or professional career training programs.
Established on a League-wide basis in 1993-94, over 8,000 WHL Scholarships have been awarded, representing an investment of over $38 million by WHL Clubs.
About the Penticton VeesThe Penticton Vees are a proud member of the Western Hockey League, dedicated to developing elite-level hockey talent and fostering a culture of excellence both on and off the ice. With a rich history and a passionate fan base, the Vees continue to be a cornerstone of Junior Hockey in British Columbia.
