Professional Hockey Player Visits Blackville School

Jake Allen, Professional Goaltender for the St. Louis Blues NHL), visited the Blackville School on Friday, May 22. Allen had taken the time out of his fishing vacation to sign autographs for every student (grades 3-12) in the school.

Grade 11 Blackville Student and St. Louis Blues Fan Marc
Munn with Professional Goaltender Jake Allen

Photographs were provided for all students and Allen signed nearly 400 pictures. 

Allen is originally from Fredericton and spends his off-season there. 

Allen's father, Kurt, is a member of the New Brunswick Interscholastic Athletic Association (NBIAA) Executive Committee with Blackville School Principal Mr. Buggie. 

He arranged his son's visit as a favour for Mr. Buggie. 

For more photos of Allen's visit, click here.  

Photos by Jules Keenan