Peterborough Petes Defenceman Carson Cameron Named OHL East Division Academic Player of the Month

Peterborough Petes rookie defenceman Carson Cameron has been named the East Division Academic Player of the Month for December, announced by the Ontario Hockey League on Wednesday.

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Cameron holds an “A” average in three grade 11 university-level courses, including an 81 per cent average in Physics, a 78 per cent 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 per cent average,” said Shannon Fife, Petes academic advisor. “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,” said Michael Oke, Petes general manager and director of business operations. “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 Bobcaygeon defenceman has played 26 games this season, recording one goal and 10 assists for the Petes. The 6-foot, 171-pound blueliner was Peterborough’s first-round pick (13th overall) in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection from the Central Ontario Wolves U16 program. In November, he represented Canada White at the 2023 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge, bringing home a gold medal.

The Petes look to get another winning streak going on Wednesday as they travel to Sarnia to take on the Sting. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. at Progressive Auto Sales Arena. The official road game watch party at Shoeless Joe’s Peterborough.

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