Grande Prairie’s defense continued to shine over the past week, with veteran netminder Nicholas Jones winning the Storm’s second AJHL Defensive Player of the Week in a row.
Last week, Storm rookie Cade Kozak got the nod from the league, and this week, thanks in large part to his 2-0 record, Jones received the award.
Teammates credit Jones with extending the Storm’s winning streak to three after dominating between the pipes during a doubleheader against Fort McMurray.
Jones made 23 saves and allowed a lone goal in a huge 5-1 win over the Oil Barons, earning himself the Player of the Game award on March 7th. During their next tilt, Jones made 27 saves during a 6-2 final for the Storm.
This is Jones’ second time being recognized as Defensive Player of the Week this season, and the fifth time for the team. This season is also Jones’ last with the Storm. He is currently fifth among AJHL goalies, with a 2.39 Goals Against Average, and sixth overall across the league with his .916 save percentage.
The Storm have already clinched a spot in the postseason.
