Gentry 16U forward Kurth makes NCAA D1 commitment
December 20, 2019
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Gentry Academy, proud members of the North American Prospects Hockey League (NAPHL), are pleased to announce that 16U forward Connor Kurth has committed to play NCAA Division 1 hockey for the University of Minnesota in the B1G.
Kurth, 16, is in his second season playing for Gentry in the NAPHL. The 5’11/190 lbs. native of Elk River, Minnesota, is currently 2nd in NAPHL scoring this season with 70 points, which includes a league-leading 30 goals.
Kurth was recently selected to and played in the 2019-20 NAPHL 16U All-Star Game, which was held this past weekend on December 15th and where he also recorded a hat-trick.
“I’m Excited and Honored to announce my commitment to play Division 1 Hockey at The University of Minnesota. Thank you to my friends, family, coaches, and everyone who has helped me along the way. #GoGophers,” said Kurth on Twitter.
In 33 career NAPHL games the past two seasons, Kurth has recorded 99 career points.