Okanagan Lakers forward heading to China to play in University Winter Games

A member of the Okanagan College Lakers is heading overseas for a major hockey competition.

Jake Watson has been selected to play for Great Britain in men’s ice hocket at the 2027 FISU World University Winter Games.

Watson was born in Ashington, England, but grew up in B.C. where played hockey at the RINK Academy, Sicamous Eagles, North Okanagan Knights, Victoria Cougars, and Kimberley Dynamiters.

Athletes need to pay their way in order to participate in the University Winter Games, which will cost around $7,500 for travel, equipment accommodation and fees.