University of Connecticut Athletics
Kaitlyn Yearwood Signs Pro Deal
6/13/2023 10:45:00 AM | Women's Ice Hockey
STORRS, Conn. – UConn senior Kaitlyn Yearwood (Thornhill, Ontario), will continue her hockey career as she has officially signed a professional contract with Frölunda HC of the Swedish Hockey League.
Yearwood has been a key member of the Huskies defense over the past couple of seasons. In her senior season, Yearwood played in all 35 games for the Huskies. Kaitlyn's presence on the ice was felt in the defensive end as she finished second on the team with 51 blocked shots this past season. In addition to being a defensive stopper, Yearwood would dish out three assists on the offensive side of the ice. For her collegiate career, Yearwood would finish with 127 games played, one goal, 13 assists for 14 total points.
"I'm very excited to continue my hockey career with a first call organization like Frölunda," said Yearwood. "I feel that my time at Connecticut has prepared me to take this next step. I am excited to work with the coaching staff and team as they work towards a championship for one of Sweden's historic clubs."
