Carson Cameron of the Peterborough Petes. Photo by OHL Images.
Born on June 27, 2007, in Bobcaygeon, Ontario, Carson Cameron has quietly carved out a chance in the NHL Draft. Standing 6-foot-2 and weighing in at 193 pounds, Cameron has become a key figure on the blue line for the Peterborough Petes, showcasing a blend of poise, intelligence.
Cameron’s OHL journey began in the 2023–24 season, where he made an immediate impact as a rookie. In 59 games, he tallied 4 goals and 26 points—a solid debut that hinted at his potential as a puck-moving defenseman. His ability to read the game and make smart decisions under pressure quickly earned him the trust of his coaches, and he became a regular fixture on both the penalty kill and power play units.
The 2024–25 season brought new challenges. The Petes struggled to find consistency early on, and while Cameron’s point production dipped slightly to 7 goals and 23 points in 63 games, his overall development was evident. He logged heavy minutes, often exceeding 24 minutes per game, and was deployed in all situations. His leadership qualities began to shine through as well—he had previously captained teams at lower levels and represented Canada White at the U17 World Challenge, experiences that helped shape his mature, composed approach to the game.
Despite the team’s struggles, Cameron’s individual growth didn’t go unnoticed. His skating, particularly his east-to-west mobility and stop-and-go acceleration, allowed him to manipulate forecheckers and create clean exits from the defensive zone. His passing accuracy—hovering between 80–88% depending on the source—made him a reliable transition player.
Skating & Mobility
Cameron is a fluid skater with strong lateral agility and a quick first step. His edgework allows him to shift direction smoothly, especially when defending the rush or walking the offensive blue line. While his acceleration is solid, his stride can occasionally lose efficiency, particularly when recovering defensively. With refinement, he could become a more dynamic skater at both ends of the ice.
Puck Movement & Vision
One of Cameron’s most reliable assets is his ability to move the puck with purpose. He sees the ice well and makes calculated decisions under pressure, often opting for smart, low-risk passes that maintain possession. His breakout passes are crisp and accurate, and he’s capable of threading pucks through tight seams to jumpstart the transition game.
Offensive Upside
Though not a high-octane offensive defenseman, Cameron contributes meaningfully in the attacking zone. He supports the rush effectively and isn’t afraid to activate from the point. His shot selection is improving, and he’s shown the ability to create traffic and rebound opportunities. On the power play, he’s a steady presence who can distribute the puck and keep plays alive with his poise.
Defensive Awareness
Defensively, Cameron is a work in progress. He plays with effort and doesn’t shy away from physical contact, but his positioning can be inconsistent. At times, he overcommits or loses track of his assignment, particularly when defending against quick puck movement. Improving his gap control and defensive reads will be key to unlocking his full potential.
Physical Play & Intangibles
Cameron brings a competitive edge to his game. He’s not a punishing hitter, but he engages physically and battles hard along the boards. His leadership qualities are evident—he’s worn letters at lower levels and represented Canada at the U17 level, which speaks to his maturity and character. Coaches trust him in high-leverage situations, and he’s shown the stamina to handle heavy minutes.
Toronto, ON – The Ontario Hockey League today announced Academic Players of the Month for January, proudly presented by Hockley Valley Resort.
East Division – Carson Cameron (Peterborough Petes) Peterborough Petes defenceman Carson Cameron is the East Division Academic Player of the Month for January. The 17-year-old from Bobcaygeon, Ont., is currently excelling academically at Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School. Cameron has achieved an 86% average in Grade 12 Advanced Functions, an 81% average in Physics, and is maintaining excellent grades in Interdisciplinary Studies, Healthy Active Living, and Physical Education.
“Carson is a leader both on and off of the ice. He participates in all team community events while maintaining a high academic average. He was taking academic overload as he was finishing up courses online while attending school,” said Petes academic advisor Shannon Fife.
Peterborough’s first-round (13th overall) pick in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection, Cameron has appeared in 43 games this season, recording seven goals, 13 assists and 20 points. Over 102 regular season contests with the Petes, the 6-foot-2, 193lb. blueliner has registered 46 points (11-35-46). NHL Central Scouting listed Cameron as the 87th-ranked North American skater eligible for the 2025 NHL Draft in their recently released midterms.
Central Division – Troy Patton (Brampton Steelheads) Brampton Steelheads first-year forward Troy Patton is the Central Division Academic Player of the Month for January. Patton has achieved high standing in Grade 11 studies at Philip Pocock Catholic Secondary School, engaged in Financial Accounting, Functions and Business Leadership Management courses.
“Troy has demonstrated exceptional dedication to both their studies and athletic performance, consistently balancing academics with athletic excellence. This month, Troy achieved outstanding grades while maintaining a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Troy’s ability to manage time effectively, set personal goals, and support peers has set a great example for others,” said Steelheads Assistant Coach and Academic Advisor, Matt Chiarantano. “We are proud of his achievements and look forward to seeing Troy’s continued success both in the classroom and on the field. Keep up the great work,” he added.
Selected in the second round (34th overall) by Brampton in the 2024 OHL Priority Selection from the Barrie Colts U16 AAA program, the 5-foot-10, 178lb. centreman has tallied two goals and two assists in 24 games played with the Steelheads this season.
Midwest Division – Tristan Delisle (Owen Sound Attack) Owen Sound Attack forward Tristan Delisle is the Midwest Division Academic Player of the Month for January. Delisle has excelled in his Grade 12 studies at Owen Sound District Secondary School, achieving a 92 percent average in Co-op, an 88 percentage average in International Business, a 90 percent average in English and a 70 percent average in Interdisciplinary Studies.
“Tristan has an excellent work ethic and the ability to tune out distractions and focus on the task at hand. He is usually the first to finish his assignments and is more than happy to help his teammates. As a result, he is an amazing asset in the classroom,” said Attack Academic Advisor Sarah Rowe.
A 17-year-old centreman from St. Andrews West, Ont., Delisle has registered 22 points (6-16-22) in 40 games played with the Attack this season. Traded to Owen Sound at the start of the 2024-25 campaign, Delisle has appeared in 106 regular-season OHL games with both the Attack and the Oshawa Generals, recording 14 goals, 27 assists, and 41 points. Delisle was selected by the Generals in the third round of the 2023 OHL Priority Selection.
West Division – Conor Walton (Windsor Spitfires) Windsor Spitfires blueliner Conor Walton is the West Division Academic Player of the Month. The 18-year-old from Toronto, Ont., achieved a 90% average across three university-level courses at Laurentian University in the first semester, including high marks in Microeconomics, Geology, and History.
“Conor is an outstanding young man and an exceptional representative of a student athlete in the Ontario Hockey League. He is committed to his education and being the best person that he can be on and off the ice. Conor was able to balance his rigorous hockey schedule with his education,” said Spitfires Academic Advisor, Danielle Chevalier.
Originally selected by the Sudbury Wolves in the fourth round of the 2022 OHL Priority Selection, the 6-foot-5, 204lb. defenceman appeared in four games with the Wolves during his rookie season before joining the Spitfires for the past two seasons. In 113 OHL regular-season contests, Walton has recorded 25 points (3-22-25). This season, he has tallied two goals, eight assists, and 10 points in 45 games played with the Spitfires.
2024-25 OHL Academic Players of the Month:
East Division: January – Carson Cameron (Peterborough Petes) December – Kohyn Eshkawkogan (Ottawa 67’s) November – Brooks Rogowski (Oshawa Generals) October – Mason Vaccari (Kingston Frontenacs)
Central Division: January – Troy Patton (Brampton Steelheads) December – Ethan Dean (Sudbury Wolves) November – Braidy Wassilyn (Niagara IceDogs) October – Kent Greer (North Bay Battalion)
Midwest Division: January – Tristan Delisle (Owen Sound Attack) December – Aleksei Medvedev (London Knights) November – Andrew MacNiel (Kitchener Rangers) October – Jimmy Sutherland (Guelph Storm)
West Division: January – Conor Walton (Windsor Spitfires) December – Keegan Gillen (Soo Greyhounds) November – Hughston Hurt (Sarnia Sting) October – Kaden Sienko (Saginaw Spirit)
The OHL continues to produce student-athletes that move on to both professional and U SPORTS men’s hockey endeavors.
A total of 331 graduates utilized their OHL Scholarship at post-secondary institutions across North America during the 2023-24 academic year, with a total contribution by teams of over $3.9 million. Over the past 10 seasons, OHL Scholarship payments have totaled more than $25 million.
A total of 194 OHL Alumni were included on U SPORTS men’s hockey rosters to open the 2024-25 season.
Toronto, Ont. – The Ontario Hockey League today announced Academic Players of the Month for December, proudly presented by Hockley Valley Resort.
East Division – Carson Cameron (Peterborough Petes)
Peterborough Petes rookie defenceman Carson Cameron is the OHL East Division Academic Player of the Month for December.
Cameron is currently holding an “A” average in three grade 11 university-level courses, including an 81 percent average in Physics, a 78 percentage average in Functions, and an 85 percent average in Fitness Leadership at Thomas A. Stewart Secondary School.
“Carson is a responsible, conscientious student. He is currently enrolled in three academic classes with an 81% average,” said Petes Academic Advisor Shannon Fife. “Carson was able to maintain his studies while playing for the U17 World Juniors for Canada and continues to hold himself to a high standard.”
“Carson has done a good job transitioning into the OHL both on and off the ice,” added Petes General Manager Mike Oke. “Despite moving away from home, attending a new school, and the demands of a busy hockey schedule, Carson continues to maintain strong grades.”
The 16-year-old from Bobcaygeon, Ont. has played 26 games this season, recording one goal and 10 assists for the Petes. The 6-foot, 171Ib. blueliner was Peterborough’s first round (13th overall) pick in the 2023 OHL Priority Selection from the Central Ontario Wolves U16 program. Cameron was selected to represent Canada White at the 2023 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge in November, bringing home a gold medal.
Central Division – Parker Von Richter (Mississauga Steelheads)
Mississauga Steelheads defenceman Parker Von Richter is the OHL Central Division Academic Player of the Month for December.
Von Richter is currently holding excellent grades in three grade 12 university-level courses, including an 86 percentage average in World Issues, a 74 percent average in Advanced Functions, and a 95 percent average in Families in Canada at Port Credit Secondary School.
“Parker is a player who requires no maintenance academically,” said Steelheads Assistant Coach, Matt Chiarantano. “He is truly a joy to have on our hockey club both on the ice and in the classroom. His diligence, proactiveness, and leadership are constantly on display. There is no question Parker fulfills all the standards required to receive this award.”
The 17-year-old hometown product has played 31 games this season, recording a goal and 10 assists for the Steelheads. The 6-foot-1, 183Ib. blueliner was originally selected in the third round (51st overall) by Mississauga in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection from the Toronto Marlboros U16 program.
Midwest Division – Carter George (Owen Sound Attack)
Owen Sound Attack goaltender Carter George is the OHL Midwest Division Academic Player of the Month for December.
George has completed three university-level courses this season, including a 95 percent average in English, a 95 percent average in Business Studies, and a 99 percent average in Co-op Studies. George continues to achieve outstanding grades in three additional university-level courses, including a 95 percent average in Advanced Functions, and a 92 percent average in Business Management Fundamentals at Owen Sound District Secondary School and Independent Learning Centre.
“Carter is an extremely hard-working student who always puts forth his best effort, on or off the ice,” said Attack Academic Advisor Sarah Rowe. “He’s always interested to see if his save percentage or his academic average is higher! His teachers describe him as a conscientious student and a leader who is the first to step in and assist his teammates. Carter is enrolled at OSDSS and ILC, allowing him to complete work at an accelerated pace. He demonstrates a maturity beyond his years and a very positive attitude. He is an absolute pleasure to teach.”
The 6-foot-1, 182lb. netminder from Thunder Bay, Ont. has appeared in 29 games this season with the Attack, playing to an 12-11-2-1 record with a 3.08 goals-against average and .912 save percentage. The OHL’s October Rookie of the Month was originally selected by the Attack in the third round (53rd overall) of the 2023 OHL Priority Selection. George represented Team Canada at the 2023 Hlinka Gretzky Cup this past summer, backstopping his home country to a gold medal. George, who has been selected to compete in the 2024 Kubota CHL/NHL Top Prospects Game in Moncton, NB later this month, is a ‘B’ rated prospect by NHL Central Scouting for the 2024 NHL Draft.
West Division – Cole Davis (Windsor Spitfires)
Windsor Spitfires forward Cole Davis is the OHL West Division Academic Player of the Month for December.
Davis is currently achieving an overall average of 82 percent across three grade 12 university-level courses, with an 85 percent average in Chemistry, an 80 percent average in English, and an 83 percent average in Biology at St. Anne Catholic High School.
“Cole is a wonderful young man who shines in the classroom and on the ice,” said Spitfires Academic Advisor Danielle Chevalier. “He always has a smile on his face and is willing to help anyone who needs it. He is a valuable player for the team on and off the ice.”
Named the OHL’s Rookie of the Month for November, Davis has been a solid contributor for the Spitfires this season, recording 12 goals, 10 assists, and 22 points in 34 games played. The 5-foot-10, Dutton, Ont. native was the Spitfires’ fourth round (65th overall) pick in the 2022 OHL Priority Selection from the York-Simcoe Express U16 program.
2023-24 OHL Academic Players of the Month:
East Division: December – Carson Cameron (Peterborough Petes) November – Charlie Hilton (Ottawa 67’s) October – Noah Bender (Oshawa Generals)
Central Division: December – Parker Von Richter (Mississauga Steelheads) November – Chase Coughlan (Sudbury Wolves) October – Ethan Czata (Niagara IceDogs)
Midwest Division: December – Carter George (Owen Sound Attack) November – Henry Brzustewicz (London Knights) October – Matheas Stark (Kitchener Rangers)
West Division: December – Cole Davis (Windsor Spitfires) November – Tate Vader (Soo Greyhounds) October – Lukas Fischer (Sarnia Sting)
The OHL continues to produce student-athletes that move on to both professional and U SPORTS men’s hockey endeavors.
A total of 333 graduates utilized their OHL Scholarship at post-secondary institutions across North America during the 2022-23 academic year, with a total contribution by teams of over $3.6 million. Over the past 10 seasons, OHL Scholarship payments have totaled more than $25 million.
A total of 228 OHL Alumni were included on U SPORTS men’s hockey rosters to open the 2023-24 season.
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