The Alberni Valley Bulldogs would like to announce that 91 G Max Fenkell has committed to the NCAA hockey program at Bowdoin College in Brunswick, Maine.
“Bowdoin is a highly selective liberal arts college on the coast of Maine with a long history of educating leaders in all walks of life,” describes the school’s website. “The campus is a closeknit community where respected scholars have built an environment that values collaboration and teaching above all else. Our location in Maine is central to the experience, allowing access to mountains, cities, and coastal environments.”
Bowdoin also has a very rich hockey tradition, dating back to 1919. The Polar Bears play in the new Sidney J. Watson Ice Arena that opened in January 2009. “The Sid”, as the rink is arena is commonly known as, averages 1,100 fans per game.
“I am very pleased that Max has the opportunity to continue his hockey career,” said Alberni Valley Bulldogs Head Coach Kevin Willison. “Bowdoin College is getting a very special and talented athlete,” added Willison. “The Alberni Valley Bulldogs organization would like to wish Max all the best moving forward as he is a very focused and goal-oriented young man.”
“Bowdoin is a top academic school in the U.S. and Max has high academic
qualifications so it is a good fit,” said Alberni Valley Bulldogs Educational Advisor Tom McEvay. “Max had opportunities to return to NCAA Division I schools but in the end the opportunity to further his academic interests and to play on a regular basis were the deciding factors.”
The Bowdoin Polar Bears play in the NESCAC, the premiere conference in NCAA Division III hockey.
