The Prince George Cougars made a splash in the prospect pool as the team announced the signing of 2018 third-round pick Ethan Samson. 

The 2003-born defenceman was selected 65th overall in last year's WHL Bantam Draft. 

"We’re excited to have Ethan in the fold. He’s one of our most improved prospects since Training Camp,” said General Manager & Interim Head Coach Mark Lamb.

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This season playing at the Delta Hockey Academy, the North Delta product had seven goals and 24 points in 33 regular season games. In four Canadian Sport School Hockey League playoff games, Sampson collected two goals and four points. 

“He’s a well-rounded defenceman with a promising offensive component to his game and still defends very well. We’re thrilled to have him as a Prince George Cougar,” said Director of Scouting Bob Simmonds.

Samson is the fourth player to sign a WHL Standard Player Agreement from the Cougars in the 2018 draft class.