The Sarnia Sting's roster continues to take shape ahead of the upcoming Ontario Hockey League (OHL) season.
The club has acquired 19-year-old forward Jack Van Volsen from the Brampton Steelheads.
Sarnia is sending a 2026 5th round pick (Sarnia), a 2027 3rd round pick (Ottawa), and the rights to defenceman David Green back to the Steelheads.
The Brooklin, ON, native is known as a highly skilled and competitive player who posted 17 goals and 22 assists for 39 points in 67 games during the 2024-25 campaign.
Van Volsen was originally a 6th overall pick by the Peterborough Petes in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection.
Sting General Manager Dylan Seca said Van Volsen has consistently demonstrated high-end offensive upside, vision, and maturity in his game.
His ability to read plays, distribute the puck, and finish around the net make him a valuable addition to the Sting’s forward group.
"Jack’s a player we believed was among the best in his age group during his draft year,” said Seca. "He’s a smart puck mover with a great release and brings the kind of skill and competitiveness we need to challenge in the Western Conference. He’ll help our power play, and his character and will to win make him a great fit for our group."
Seca said Van Volsen's leadership qualities, work ethic, and commitment to improving every day align closely with the Sting’s culture and vision heading into the 2025–26 season.
