A Rising Star's Path
Jaxon Cover, an 18‑year‑old forward from Grand Cayman, has become one of the most talked‑about names in the upcoming NHL draft.
His hockey journey began on the streets and rinks of the Caribbean, where he honed his skills playing roller hockey before making the move to Canada at a young age.
At eight, a summer camp in Toronto exposed him to ice hockey for the first time, a turning point that set the stage for his rapid ascent.
Now a key player for the Ontario Hockey League’s London Knights, Cover posted a team‑leading 20 goals and 52 points in 67 games last season, earning MVP honors in two age divisions at the 2016 North American roller hockey championships.
Scouting reports place him 29th among North American skaters and project him as a second‑ or third‑round selection, a prospect who has already interviewed with 25 of the league’s 32 teams.
Off the ice, Cover plans to remain with London this season while committing to a collegiate career at Penn State in two years, where he hopes to continue refining his game.
With a clear focus on skill development and a hunger for progress, Cover is poised to make a significant impact as the draft approaches.