Regina Pats goaltender Ewan Huet has been selected to represent Switzerland at the 2025 World Junior Championship. He will participate in a selection camp in Brockville, Ontario, this week, with the team set to announce a final roster of 22 players before group play begins on December 26. Switzerland will play in Group B, facing teams like Czechia, Slovakia, and Sweden. Huet, who played in last year’s tournament, is the only returning goaltender for Switzerland. He will leave Regina on Thursday, and Drake Mooney will take his place during his absence.
By the NumbersHuet made one appearance in last year’s tournament, allowing 7 goals on 30 shots.The 2025 World Junior Championship runs from December 26, 2024, to January 5, 2025. State of PlaySwitzerland’s selection camp is currently underway in Ontario, preparing for pre-tournament games.The team’s first match is scheduled against Czechia on December 26 in Ottawa. What’s Next
Following selection camp, Switzerland will finalize its 22-player roster. Huet will then compete against other nations starting December 26, with eyes set on the semifinals and medal rounds scheduled for January 4 and 5.
Bottom Line
Huet’s participation highlights the importance of international competition for player development, emphasizing his leadership as a returning goaltender for Switzerland amidst a new roster.