Case tenders with Shreveport Mudbugs

November 14, 2024

18U defenseman Owen Case has signed a tender with the Shreveport Mudbugs (NAHL) for the 2025-26 season.

A smart and efficient blueliner, Case has been an impactful player in all situations, helping lead the 18U team to a 20-6-0 start this season. Case has spent the past four seasons in the OBJ program, and has tallied 14 goals, 23 assists and 37 points in 65 games played at the 18U level, including a 5-9-14 line in his first 20 games in 2024-25.

“Owen is deserving of this opportunity. He plays with passion and intensity coupled with a physicality that makes him difficult to play against," said 18U head coach Nate Handrahan. "His ability to play on both sides of the puck will serve him well at the next level. We’re excited to see him continue pursuing his goals!”

Celebrating its 50th season in 2024-25, the NAHL, the only USA Hockey-sanctioned Tier II Junior league boasting 35 teams teams in 20 states from across North America. The NAHL is part of the USA Hockey National Junior Development Model, which includes the USHL and the US National Team Development Program. The NAHL works closely with NCAA College Hockey, the NHL, the USHL, and USA Hockey's National Development Program in order best serve as an imperative piece in the development system for collegiate and professional hockey.