Joey Melo, the 2023-24 AJHL Rookie of the Year, has accepted a scholarship to attend the University of Alaska Anchorage to play for the NCAA Division I Seawolves.

The Georgetown, Ont., product had a record-setting rookie year with the Whitecourt Wolverines, setting team highs in goals and points for first-year players in the program. He compiled 43 points in 56 games including 22 goals, a Wolverines team record.

“We knew we had a special player and person with Joey the second we saw and talked to him,” said Whitecourt head coach Shawn Martin. “Joey’s tenacious energy will make him a very good Division I player for Alaska. He is a pleasure to coach every day.”

“I am very excited and honored to announce my commitment to the University of Alaska Anchorage,” added Melo. “I would like to thank all my coaches, teammates, friends and especially my family that has helped me along the way. I cannot wait to get started.”

During his youth hockey career, Melo spent time with the Jr. Coyotes.

Photo/Dave Watling

(June 28, 2024)