Press Release
Josh Hartley has only played 11 games with the
Wenatchee Wild of the North American Hockey League (NAHL), but he has
already proven that he ranks among the best offensive defensemen in team
history. Tied with Fairbanks’ Doug Rose for the most points (10) among
all defensemen in the NAHL, Hartley leads all defenders in the league
with seven assists and two power-play goals.
Hartley, 20, recorded seven points (3G, 4A) at the Showcase Tournament
in Blaine, Minn., last month and went on to be named the West Division
Star of the Week for his efforts. He was also the runner-up for
September’s Defenseman of the Month award.
After a strong September, Hartley decided his hockey future last week
when he committed to Division I Dartmouth College of the ECAC.
“It’s a really good feeling,” Hartley said of his commitment. “It’s
something I’ve been working toward for quite a few years. It’s nice to
be able to get it out of the way and focus on winning a championship
[with the Wild].
The Wild tendered Hartley in the offseason after his former team, the
Dawson Creek Rage, folded. Hartley recorded 52 points (16G, 36A) for the
Rage over two seasons. While with the Rage last season, Hartley was
selected to participate in the 2012 NAHL Top Prospects Tournament for
Team West back in February in Troy, Mich.
“It has been really good so far,” Hartley said of his transition to the
Wild. “Everything in Wenatchee has been great. We get treated really
well and it’s a great group of guys.”
Judging by his numbers alone, Hartley enjoys playing in the system
employed by head coach Bliss Littler. “Oh yeah, I love it,” he said.
“It’s all about d-men jumping into the rush.”
(Nathan can be reached at nathanfournier@mainehockeyjournal.com)
Thursday, October 11, 2012
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