Vees sign forward Ryden Evers
PENTICTON, BC – The Penticton Vees, proud members of the Western Hockey League (WHL), are excited to announce the signing of 2005-born forward Ryden Evers to a WHL Scholarship and Development Agreement.
Evers returns to Penticton for his final season of junior hockey, bringing a wealth of experience and leadership to the Vees’ forward group. Over the past three seasons, the Burnaby, B.C. native split time between the Vees and the Surrey Eagles, where he played a key role in capturing the 2024 Fred Page Cup championship.
“This will be Ryden’s fourth season of junior hockey, and experience like that is invaluable for an expansion team,” said Vees President, General Manager, and Head Coach Fred Harbinson. “He brings a combination of size and skill that will translate well to the WHL level. He’s a champion, he can play in all situations, and he’ll be an important piece of our forward group.”
The 6’4” and 192-pound centre led the Vees in scoring during the 2024–25 regular season with 60 points (24-36-60) in 54 games. He also led the team in assists, ranked third in goals, and topped the charts in both game-winning goals (7) and power-play assists (15). In the postseason, he added 11 points (2-9-11) in 14 games.
In his BCHL career, Evers appeared in 161 regular season games, amassing 148 points (64-84-148). His combination of offensive production, physical presence, and playoff experience makes him a cornerstone addition as the Vees prepare for the upcoming season.
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 Vees
The 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.
