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"Whale looks bigger than his 5’11” frame and does a good job of reading plays." Neutral Zone, January, 2022
 | Jared Whale
Goalie, 6'0", 185 lbs. Catches Left Hometown: Calgary, Alberta DOB: November 1, 2002; 21 years, 5 months Neutral Zone Rating: 3.25 out of 5 Stars 2023-24 Team: University of Alaska-Anchorage (Independent) Committed to UNH on April 6, 2024 at Age 21 years, 5 months. |
NCAA Highlight Reel
In the 2023-24 season, Jared Whale was the #1 goalie for the University of Alaska-Anchorage. He started in 24 of the Seawolves' 34 games and compiled a record of 10-12-1 (2.67 GAA, .909 Save%). Whale shutout two top 10 NCAA teams in away games. He made 32 saves against #9 Providence in a 2-0 win and 41 saves against #6 Wisconsin in a 1-0 victory. This highlight reel from the University of Wisconsin game shows his most outstanding saves:Interview
I had an opportunity to interview Jared Whale, via email, about his hockey career and commitment to UNH:
Mike Lowry: How did you become interested in UNH? What are the main reasons you chose UNH?
Jared Whale: I’ve known about UNH since I was around 13-14 and thought that it would be a great spot to go and play. When UNH reached out I started my research on their history and culture and found the way I approached hockey matched well with the way UNH ran their program.
As well, when I was talking to other players I know that have either played for or in UNH they all said it was one of the best atmospheres in college hockey. I was also a big fan of the campus and the academic programs and Alumni programs UNH has to offer for my life after hockey.
Lowry: When you renewed the recruiting process, what college programs, other than UNH, did you consider? Which ones made an offer to you?
Whale: When I went in the portal I did have interest from other schools, they were all great opportunities and programs. It made the decision really tough, but at the end of the day I wanted to play in Hockey East for UNH!
Lowry: At this stage in your hockey development, what are the strengths of your game? What areas are you trying to improve?
Whale: The strengths to my game are my ability to read and anticipate the play, I also move around my crease really well giving me the ability to make difficult saves look easier. I would like to implement a little faster recovery time and to move on my feet more. I would also like to improve my puck handling so I can make life easier for the defensemen.
Lowry: Did you have an opportunity to watch the 2023-24 UNH team play? If so, how do you think you can help the team when you join it?
Whale: I was able to watch a couple UNH games right at the end of the season. I will be able to give UNH a chance to win every time I am in goal and probably steal a couple big wins on top of that as well.
USHL Game Report, October, 2023
"Whale kept his team in the game, but ultimately gave up a late goal on a deflected shot. Making 37 stops on 40 shots, Jared showed good composure in a game that was heavily controlled by Fort McMurray. Whale looks bigger than his 5’11” frame and does a good job of reading plays. He will need to work on his depth management with potential tip threats. This will give him more awareness and a better chance to make saves on deflected and tipped pucks."
College & Junior Hockey Statistics
| Player | Season | Team | League | GP | Win | Loss | Tie | GAA | SV% | SO | Jared Whale (G) | 2023-24 | Alaska-Anchorage | Ind. | 24 | 10 | 12 | 1 | 2.67 | .909 | 2 |
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| 2022-23 | Alaska-Anchorage | Ind. | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 4.14 | .899 | 0 | |
| 2021-22 | Olds Grizzlys | AJHL | 25 | 3 | 19 | 2 | 4.61 | .883 | 0 | |
| Brooks Bandits | AJHL | 9 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1.67 | .932 | 2 | ||
| 2020-21 | Brooks Bandits | AJHL | 10 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1.65 | .912 | 1 | |
| 2019-20 | Drumheller Dragons | AJHL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4.00 | .897 | 0 |
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