The Wings Athletic Club announced today that they have signed 26 year old forward, Jerome Thorne to an entry level contract.

The hulking winger scored 19 goals and added 11 assists in his final season with the Fort St. John Huskies in 2014/15.

Wings assistant GM Ryan Minich has been vocal this past offseason in his search for some team toughness. “Last year we had some guys take liberties on us out there and I think bringing in a guy like Jerome will instantly make our opponents a little more accountable. Hashtag Justice For Jedd”

Aside from putting up 30 points for the Huskies in his final year, Thorne also set the NWJHL record for most penalty minutes in a single season.

Thorne had several questions for his new coach “Do you need a visor for this league?” he said. “Should I wear a suit to the first game?”

Understandably Jerome is excited to get out on the ice. Just as he has been known to shout on the golf course, he let out a loud “Let’s Goooooooo!”

Thorne is expected to make his debut for The Wings Tuesday night as they take on The Nighthawks.