Thunder use territorial protection picks on Gottfriedsen, Gagnon

The Langley Thunder have announced the use of their Western Lacrosse Association territorial protection picks on defenders Temeke7 Gottfriedsen and Ben Gagnon, securing two key contributors from the organization’s Junior program.

Gottfriedsen and Gagnon were both integral members of the Langley Thunder Junior program, establishing themselves as reliable and impactful defenders.

Ben Gagnon served as an assistant captain for the Langley Junior Thunder last season. Gagnon will continue in Langley after the Senior team used one of their  territorial protection picks to keep him in the organization. Ryan Molag file photo

Both players were known for their defensive consistency, physical presence, and leadership within the Junior ranks, playing important roles in the team’s success and culture over the past few seasons.

“Temeke7 and Ben have both put in the work within our Junior program and earned this opportunity,” said Thunder co-General Manager Remo Spagnuolo. “We value the commitment, character, and defensive reliability they bring and are excited to watch them continue to develop in their lacrosse careers win a Thunder uniform.”

Temeke7 Gottfriedsen will continue his lacrosse career after the Langley Thunder used one of their two territorial protection picks on the defender. Ryan Molag file photo

Langley will now prepare for the Western Lacrosse Association Graduating Player Draft which will be held January 29.

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