September 22, 2022 – National Lacrosse League (NLL) – Halifax Thunderbirds News Release
HALIFAX, Nova Scotia – The Halifax Thunderbirds immediately introduced they’ve signed their 2022 NLL Entry Draft first-round choose and ahead Wake:Riat “Bo” BowHunter to a five-year contract.
BowHunter, 22, is the son of Thunderbirds Owner and General Manager Curt Styres. The Thunderbirds chosen him No. 12 total within the 2022 Entry Draft, the primary of seven names the workforce picked.
“It means a lot to be drafted by Halifax,” mentioned BowHunter. “It’s a dream come true. I’ve grown up around this team since I was a little kid and have always wanted to play for the organization.”
BowHunter has spent a part of two seasons taking part in for the Six Nations Chiefs in Major Series Lacrosse Sr. A and 4 seasons with the Six Nations Arrows Jr. A. From 2018-21, the left-hander recorded 58 factors (19G, 39A) in 29 common season video games performed for the Arrows. BowHunter’s seen motion in six MSL video games for the Chiefs, netting a objective and tagging on three assists.
The latest Thunderbirds first-rounder was a part of the Iroquois Nationals workforce in 2019 on the World Junior Lacrosse Championships. BowHunter helped the workforce win silver on the championship, the place he had 9 factors (6G, 3A) within the early rounds and 10 factors (4G, 6A) within the two playoff video games.
Playing alongside his cousin, Thunderbirds captain Cody Jamieson, Bo has spent a lot of his life surrounded by household who share the identical ardour for the game he loves.
“Bo has grown into a mature adult over these last few years. Not many people would be able to move 24 hours away from home and succeed,” mentioned Jamieson. “It’s a testament to his character and ambition. I’m excited about what’s next for him.”
Listed at 6-foot-2, 210 kilos, Bo suited up for Jacksonville University, posting 36 factors (29G, 7A) in 35 video games throughout three seasons.
“I couldn’t be more excited for Bo and his future with the Thunderbirds,” mentioned Jacksonville Head Coach John Galloway. “I had the pleasure of watching Bo grow up the last four years on and off the field. His dream was to play in the NLL, and I know he is ready to get to work to help bring a title to Halifax.
“Bo has confirmed he can play on the highest stage, and I’ve each ounce of confidence he’ll show it on the ground this winter. He has a No. 1 fan in Jacksonville with me!”
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The Thunderbirds return to Scotiabank Centre for his or her third season in Halifax this winter. Season tickets to watch championship-calibre skilled lacrosse in Nova Scotia are on sale at HalifaxThunderbirds.com or by calling or texting 902-334-2333.
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