University of Utah Hockey has received a commitment from Defense Cole Sheridan for the upcoming 2021-22 season.
Cole was born in Oceanside, California, where he grew up playing street hockey with his friends. At the age of seven, he started to play ice hockey after his grandpa pushed him to try it. A few years later, he made his first club team, the San Diego Jr. Gulls, where he play with many of his best friends and learned to play competitively.
He most recently played in the Anaheim Ducks High School Hockey League and the North American Hockey Prospects Hockey League with his previous team, the Pacific Ridge Firebirds.
“Cole’s size in the defensive zone will be huge as we try to cover as much ice as possible. His high offensive upside will also be a massive boost to our team in the offensive zone and on special teams,” Men’s Division 2 Head Coach Nick Fornelius said.
When he is not on the ice, he enjoys skateboarding, golfing, and hanging out with his friends.
“I am looking forward to a great year and am super excited to be playing with the University of Utah for my first year in the ACHA,” said Cole.
Sheridan plans to study Computer Science at the U.
Utah Hockey would like to welcome Cole and wish him the absolute best in the upcoming season!