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The three‑day ball hockey camp in Kingston brought together over 60 youngsters, half of them girls, and featured mentorship from Olympic player Sophie Jaques and other professionals. Supported by the NHL’s Industry Growth Fund and Swift Hockey, the event aims to lay the groundwork for a permanent ice rink and future hockey programs in Jamaica.
Jaxon Cover’s unexpected rise from a single rink in the Cayman Islands to a fourth‑round draft pick of the London Knights has sparked admiration across the inline skating world, highlighting the sport’s growing influence and offering a beacon for aspiring players in ice‑scarce regions.
From sun‑soaked rinks in the Cayman Islands to the Ontario Hockey League, Jaxon Cover's rise illustrates how inline hockey can forge NHL talent and unite communities across continents.
Jaxon Cover becomes the first native of the Cayman Islands drafted into the NHL, selected 32nd overall by the Ottawa Senators, thanks to a unique background and his father's influence.
The 2026 NHL Draft showcased an unprecedented mix of cultural backgrounds, with first‑overall selection Gavin McKenna and other notable prospects making history.
The 2026 NHL draft delivered high‑impact picks, from defensive anchors to offensive wingers, reshaping rosters across the league.
The Philadelphia Flyers selected 6‑foot‑7 Kazakhstani defenseman Maksim Sokolovskii with the 27th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, trading down from the 21st slot and adding depth to a blue‑line that aims to blend size with offensive upside.
Eight Penn State hockey prospects were chosen at the NHL Draft, with Gavin McKenna becoming the top overall pick. While some will head to the NHL immediately, several commits will join the Nittany Lions after their OHL seasons.
The 2026 NHL Draft in Buffalo set a new record with nineteen college players selected in the first round, reflecting a decisive shift toward the NCAA as a development pipeline.
The opening round of the 2026 NHL Draft showcased an unprecedented reliance on college programs, with more than half of the picks boasting NCAA experience.
From roller hockey on the beaches of Grand Cayman to a standout rookie season in the Ontario Hockey League, Jaxon Cover’s rapid ascent has placed him 29th among North American skaters and on the radar of NHL scouts.
The Grand Forks Herald's 2026 NHL mock draft highlights UND defensemen Keaton Verhoeff and Carson Carels in the top ten, showcases other elite prospects, and explores the program's rich drafting legacy.
The 2026 NHL Entry Draft will be marked by notable family connections, international representation, and historic parallels as teams eye generational talents.
The 2026 NHL Draft showcases a strong Penn State contingent, with Gavin McKenna projected as the first overall pick and several other players slated for mid‑round selections.
At 18, Jaxon Cover is ranked 29th among North American skaters and is projected as a second‑ or third‑round NHL draft pick, thanks to a rapid rise from the Caribbean to Canadian junior hockey.
At just 18, Jaxon Cover is already turning heads in the world of professional hockey. Once a roller‑hockey enthusiast on the turquoise waters of Grand Cayman, he swapped his skates for ice blades five years ago and has since climbed the ranks to become the 29th‑best North American skater in the latest Central Scouting report.
Jaxon Cover, an 18‑year‑old from Grand Cayman, has leveraged his roller‑hockey background to rise to 29th overall in NHL Central Scouting and is projected as a second‑ or third‑round pick.
Jaxon Cover, an 18‑year‑old hockey prospect from Grand Cayman, is making waves in the NHL draft conversation after a rapid rise through roller and ice hockey, drawing praise from coaches and scouts alike.
At 18, Jaxon Cover is already turning heads in the NHL draft, having climbed from roller hockey in Grand Cayman to a key role with the London Knights and a commitment to Penn State
An 18‑year‑old from Grand Cayman has transitioned from roller hockey to ice hockey and is projected as a second‑ or third‑round NHL draft pick after a standout season in the Ontario Hockey League.
From roller‑hockey decks in the Caribbean to the ice rinks of North America, Ryder Cali is climbing the NHL draft rankings with size, skill, and family support.
The Toronto Maple Leafs hold the opening selection in the upcoming 2026 NHL Draft, a moment that will shape the franchise's future as experts dissect the talent pool and broadcast plans unfold.
Ryder Cali and Jaxon Cover, both projected as late‑first‑round or second‑round picks, have turned atypical hockey upbringings into a platform that could reshape how talent from non‑traditional regions is viewed.
With the draft set for Buffalo on June 26, the Senators' scouting staff is zeroing in on a select group of prospects, including forward Jaxon Cover and WHL scoring champion Markus Ruck.