The Chilliwack Jets announced today that the club has acquired 2003-born, BC Native, Elite Goaltender Liam Vanderkooi and 2005-born Forward, Dylan Schrader from the Dryden Ice Dogs in exchange for a PDF and Future Considerations.
Liam has 4 years of high-level Junior A experience (Salmon Arm, Powell River, Swan Valley, Dryden). Vanderkooi has played in 59 games in total over 4 years tallying a 4.28 GAA and a .874% carrying a 26-18-7 record. Prior to his junior A experience he played for the BCEHL Fraser Valley Thunderbirds and Yale Hockey Academy Programs.
Dylan has played in Dryden (SIJHL) for 14 games this season tallying 4 assists and 2 PIM’s and prior to Dryden, Scrader started the 2023/24 season with the Neepawa Titans (MJHL) playing in 5 games tallying 1 goal and 2 assists. Prior to this season Schrader came from the Brandon Wheat Kings Development U18 AAA Program and had 12 goals, 5 assist and 62 PIM’s thru 44 games.
“Liam’s impeccable technique combined with his calm under pressure make him a true asset to this team. With relation already to Ryder Vanderkooi as cousins, we know this will continue to build a great culture and chemistry amongst the team. Dylan’s commitment and determination are unmatched and makes impressive plays in every game. The team is thrilled to have him on board and is excited to further develop his talent for a successful junior hockey career.” – Clayton Robinson, GM & President
We are very excited to welcome both Liam and Dylan to “THE HANGAR” and expect to see them, back on the ice after the holiday season for the Jets for the start of 2024.
