2026 | South Dakota |

Watertown Lakers | |

The player was selected for the Hobey Baker character award because of his great work ethic and love for the game of hockey. Jake is extremely coachable as no matter what role or position he is asked to play he works as hard as he can to fulfill that role. Jake is always a team player in trying to encourage younger players while also lifting up the rest of team. Jake is committed to always showing up on time to all team events and practices all while working a busy job during the season in the evenings. Jake is a great young man and that is always willing to help whether that is community service or even just cleaning up after his teammates leave the locker room.