DYHA and the Phoenix Firebirds would like to congratulate Jon Carkeek. He has been officially tendered by the Texas Tornados of the (NAHL) to play for the U18 AAA Firebirds team. 

Head Coach Todd Collins says he is very excited for Jon . This is a great stepping stone for his hockey career as he will be playing for one of the Top Junior A programs in the country. Tornados are known for sending hundreds of players on to NCAA schools. A few DYHA notibles such as Dave Spina (Boston College), Brad Flaishans (University of New Hamphire), and Jon Bobb (Army) to name a few. I am confident that Carkeek will have a successful future as he is a first class young man on and off the ice.
  
#3 Jon Carkeek
Phoenix Firebirds U18 AAA 
Position-Defense
Height-6'0
Weight-190
Carkeek is a Hard nosed blue liner that brings incredible grit and toughness along with his leadership capability. At 6'0 190 lbs, Carkeek makes it a habit at overpowering his opponents.

Carkeek thrives in the Defensive zone and winning his one on one battles in the corners. He has a great work ethic, skates well and has a hard, accurate shot from the blueline. Carkeeks physical presence makes him a fan favorite!