Fife Flyers Ice Hockey Club are delighted to announce the signing of 18-year-old Scottish defenceman Ethan Hadden.
The Fife native returns to the Kingdom following three years across the pond combining ice hockey with his studies in the ranks of the Canadian Sport School Hockey League and Atlantic Coast Academy 18U AAA Prep.
Ethan’s early development saw him rise through the ranks of Kirkcaldy Ice Hockey Club’s junior system before spending his final year of development in Scotland icing with Dundee Stars U16. That season saw him finish second on the team for scoring recording 43 points (21 goals + 22 assists) in 13 games.
As well as playing on the domestic front, Ethan has represented Great Britain and Scotland at all levels. Most recently being selected to represent GB at the U20 IIHF World Championships Division 2 Group A in Croatia and winning silver with GB U18 IIHF Division 2 Group A in Italy.
Described as ‘a fantastic skater who moves well with the puck’ the addition of Ethan solidifies the Club’s commitment to nurturing local talent. On securing his signature Flyers President and GM Max Birbraer commented: “As we continue to build our Brit core, developing home grown talent is key for us.
“Ethan is a talented young man who has natural ability and is ready to take the next step of becoming a solid player at senior level.”
Coach Russell added: “Hadden is a smooth skating defencman who has consistently impressed at every GB level.
“He has the potential to be a top British defenceman in this league. He will be a great addition to the lineup, and we will give him the opportunity to develop to his full potential.”
On signing with the Flyers Ethan said: “I’m looking forward to having a successful year with such an historic organisation.
“Growing up in Fife, I am thrilled to be playing in my home town in front of the Fife fans in the Auld Barn. I can’t wait to get started.”
Ethan is the 6th player to join the Flyers for the upcoming season and is the 3rd member of our homegrown contingent. Ethan will wear #6.
