The Chiefs continued to bolster their lineup for the 2017-18 season Friday with the addition of 20 year old forward Austin Wellsby.
Wellsby, who calls Chilliwack home, joins the Chiefs after three seasons with the Kootenay Ice of the Western Hockey League.
In 164 games with the Ice, Wellsby scored 15 goals and added 20 assists.
Weighing in at 6’3 and just under 200 pounds Wellsby will bring a physical element to the Chiefs as well as leadership abilities. He finished last season as an alternate captain with the Ice.
Wellsby is thrilled to be finishing his junior career in his hometown.
“I couldn’t be more excited to join the Chiefs for my final year of junior hockey and to play in the RBC Cup. I grew up watching the Chiefs and I know they are a great organization. It’s going to be really special to play at home in front of my friends and family.”
