The Niverville Nighthawks held their annual spring camp from April 25–28 at the CRRC for future prospects and players. Over the course of the weekend, players and goalies were put through a series of drills and scrimmages so the club’s brass could get a good look at the organization’s future.
The team’s interim general manager came away feeling impressed with the talent on display.
“We were really impressed with the turnout, and I thought things went really well at spring camp,” says Mike McAulay. “There was good competition in the camp, and everything went off without a hitch.”
The camp had a good mix of players, from 2006-born players who are signed and committed and ready to step into the lineup next season all the way down to 2009-born players.
“We had players out from places like Newfoundland and Alberta who had been identified by scouts or coaches and who are looking for a Junior A opportunity,” McAulay says. “They’re looking to win a spot on the team this year.”
The camp was also a great chance for McAulay and his scouting staff to look at players who they might select at the upcoming 2024 MJHL Draft on June 2. This year’s draft will feature Manitoban prospects born in 2008.
“We’re looking for players who are going to be Junior A players and not WHL players, so they can help us of course,” says McAulay. “We have a good scouting staff that can help identify future talent for us, so we’re excited for the draft.”
There’s going to be a new batch of players coming into the fold this year, so it’s going to be an exciting time for the young franchise.
In other Nighthawks news, fans will have a chance to own their favourite Nighthawks’ game-worn jersey. The auction will closes on May 5 at 6:00 p.m. Pickup will be arranged for local winners. All monies donated will go towards the Nighthawks organization.
The jersey auction can be accessed here: https://can.givergy.com/JerseyAuction2024/?controller=home
