Frequent flier Fonstad continues busy offseason
From Russia to Buffalo, Raider forward Cole Fonstad has been on the move since the team’s season came to an end last month.
Following a stellar sophomore season in Prince Albert, the Estevan native was selected to represent Team Canada at the 2018 U18 World Championships, which were held in Chelyabinsk and Magnitogorsk, Russia from April 19-29. While the tournament ended abruptly for the top-seeded Canadians when they suffered a 2-1 upset loss to the Czech Republic in the quarter-final, Fonstad spoke positively about his time overseas, which included regular crowds of over 6,000.
“All the fans there were pretty crazy about Team Canada, so it was a pretty cool experience to play there and play with all the top players from around the world,” Fonstad said.
Off the ice, Fonstad said Canadian players had the opportunity to do some sight-seeing and were given a tour of the city of Chelyabinsk along with the opportunity to try some local cuisine.