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Kam River Fighting Walleye Defensemen Zach Fortin Commits to Lakehead

Fri Apr 15, 2022
Written by Paul Wehrstedt
Photo by Thunderwolves Hockey

Fortin joins the Wolfpack!

Walleye captain Zach Fortin has committed to the Lakehead Thunderwolves Hockey program.

The homegrown product led all SIJHL defensemen in scoring this year with 44 points in 42 games. Fortins game has grown through the Thunder Bay pipeline playing for the Thunder Bay Kings (U15-U18), Kam River Walleye in his final season of junior hockey and now committing to Lakehead at the U sports level. Fortin also spent time with the Gatineau Olympiques (QMJHL) & Timmins Rock (NOJHL).

"Zach has had an impressive year, he definitely fits the type of player and person we are looking add to our program. Zach always plays a big role into team success. He has been put in a situation to play big minutes for his team and shown that his game is continuing to evolve. Zach is a standout leader by example and with his contagious style of play. It's a good fit with our group and helps compliment our young D core," said Head Coach Andrew Wilkins.