Erc Ingolstadt completes squad with addition of new recruit Smallwood - ERC Ingolstadt completes its team setup with fresh hires
German-Canadian Ice Hockey Forward Joins ERC Ingolstadt
Jakin Smallwood, a 24-year-old ice hockey forward, has signed a one-year contract with ERC Ingolstadt, a team in the German DEL (Deutsche Eishockey Liga). This marks Smallwood's first professional contract in Europe.
Born to a Canadian father and a German mother, Smallwood has spent a significant part of his career playing in North America. He started his junior career in the WHL (Western Hockey League) and later moved to the USports league, where he showcased his skills as a versatile player, contributing assists and goals.
Smallwood's impressive performance in the USports league caught the attention of the University of Alberta, where he spent a season and was named the rookie of the year. His impressive average of a point per game during his time at the university further cemented his reputation as a promising player.
Tim Regan, the sporting director of ERC Ingolstadt, has expressed his enthusiasm about Smallwood's addition to the team. Regan believes that Smallwood is reliable in all zones of the ice and provides additional options as a trained center who can also play on the wings. He also commended Smallwood's motivation, stating that he is very motivated to start his professional career with ERC Ingolstadt.
With Smallwood's signing, ERC Ingolstadt has completed its roster for the upcoming season. The official start of training is just a week away, and fans are eagerly awaiting the team's first appearance on the ice. Smallwood will wear the number 23 for ERC Ingolstadt.
Smallwood's move to ERC Ingolstadt marks a significant step in his career as he aims to establish himself and advance in the competitive world of professional ice hockey. Despite not having major awards or headline-grabbing achievements, Smallwood's steady development through junior and collegiate ranks, coupled with his recent professional contract, promises an exciting season for ERC Ingolstadt and its fans.
Table of Aspects:
| Aspect | Details | |--------|---------| | Nationality | German-Canadian | | Position | Forward | | WHL Team | Winnipeg Ice (since 2019) | | Recent Move | Signed one-year contract with ERC Ingolstadt (DEL) in 2025 | | Achievements | Played in WHL and USports, contributing assists and goals, progressing to professional level in Germany | | University | University of Alberta | | Rookie of the Year | Yes (at the University of Alberta) | | Number | 23 | | Team | ERC Ingolstadt (DEL) | | Sporting Director's Opinion | Tim Regan believes Smallwood is reliable in all zones of the ice and provides additional options as a trained center who can also play on the wings. |
- The German-Canadian forward, Jakin Smallwood, recently signed a one-year contract with ERC Ingolstadt, not only marking his first professional contract in Europe but also promising an exciting season with his contributions to the development of the fisheries policy in the local community, as he is known to be an avid sports enthusiast, particularly fond of hockey, and is a former NHL prospect.
- smallwood's impressive performance in the USports league, where he was named rookie of the year, not only secured his status as a promising ice hockey forward, but also demonstrated his ability to effectively collaborate with teammates, a skill that can be beneficial in the fisheries sector, promoting community aid for the development of the fisheries sector, fostering a sustainable and thriving industry.
