Ottawa's Between the Pipes Star Takes Home Top OHL Honour
Ottawa has reason to cheer this week as the city's beloved OHL franchise, the Ottawa 67's, received some major recognition at the 2026 Ontario Hockey League Awards — with goaltender Fetterolf taking home the prestigious OHL Goaltender of the Year award.
The annual OHL Awards celebrate the best players and performances across the league each season, and being named the top goaltender is one of the most coveted individual honours a netminder can receive. For a 67's starter to claim the title, it's a big deal for the organization and for Ottawa hockey fans.
A Season Worth Celebrating
Fetterolf's recognition didn't come out of nowhere. Throughout the 2025–26 OHL season, the 67's goalie turned in consistent, high-level performances that kept Ottawa competitive night after night. His ability to make big saves in clutch moments and anchor the team's defensive structure made him the standout between the pipes in a league full of talented young goaltenders.
Winning Goaltender of the Year in the OHL is a significant achievement — the league has produced some of the top NHL netminders in the game, and the award has historically been a strong indicator of a goalie's professional potential.
What It Means for the 67's
For the Ottawa 67's organization, this kind of individual recognition reflects well on the whole program. The 67's have a long tradition of developing players who go on to professional careers, and individual award winners often attract attention from NHL scouts and front offices during draft season and beyond.
Fans at TD Place and throughout the Ottawa hockey community have had plenty to root for this season, and Fetterolf's Goaltender of the Year nod gives them another moment to be proud of heading into the offseason.
Ottawa's Passion for Junior Hockey
The 67's are one of the most storied franchises in the OHL, and Ottawa has always embraced its junior hockey roots alongside its love for the NHL's Ottawa Senators. Seeing a homegrown 67's player earn league-wide recognition is the kind of story that resonates deeply with a city that lives and breathes hockey.
As the 2026 OHL Awards spotlight the league's best, Fetterolf's name now sits among an elite group of goaltenders who have claimed this honour — a fitting reward for a season of outstanding play.
Congratulations to Fetterolf and the entire Ottawa 67's organization on a well-deserved award.
Source: Canadian Hockey League / Google News
