Veteran defenceman Brody Juck commits to Axemen hockey

The Acadia Axemen hockey program has added size, experience and leadership to its blue line with the commitment of Coquitlam, B.C., native Brody Juck for the upcoming Atlantic University Sport season.

Juck, a 6'2 left-shot defenceman, joins the Axemen after a lengthy junior hockey career that spanned more than 215 regular-season games across the British Columbia Hockey League and Alberta Junior Hockey League. He will study psychology at Acadia.

Juck began his junior career in the BCHL before establishing himself as a regular contributor with the Trail Smoke Eaters during the 2022-23 season. He then spent the 2023-24 campaign with the Lloydminster Bobcats of the AJHL, appearing in 54 games while continuing to develop into a reliable two-way defenceman.

He returned to the BCHL in 2024-25, splitting time between Spruce Grove and Victoria before concluding his junior career with the Langley Rivermen during the 2025-26 season.

Over 215 regular-season junior games, Juck recorded 15 goals and 73 assists for 88 points. His ability to move the puck, contribute offensively and play in all situations made him a valuable presence on the back end throughout his career.

One of the highlights of his junior career came during the 2024-25 BCHL playoffs with the Victoria Grizzlies. Juck helped the club advance to the Coastal Conference Final, recording four assists in 17 playoff games before the Grizzlies were eliminated by the Chilliwack Chiefs.

Acadia head coach Darren Burns said Juck's hockey intelligence and defensive play make him an ideal fit for the Axemen.

“Brody is a strong defenceman who makes a really good first pass,” said Burns. “He is a very cerebral player and will be a defenceman who is tough to play against. He defends very well and has good foot speed for a big defender.”

Juck said the opportunity to join a program with Acadia's tradition and reputation is one he is proud to earn.

“It is an honour that I get to wear the Axemen jersey this fall, and an achievement I am incredibly proud of,” he said. “The history and prestige of not only the hockey program but the university speaks for itself and I can’t wait to get started."