He's back in Canada, and ready to hit the ice again with the Niagara IceDogs.
Akil Thomas touched down in Toronto yesterday, one day after scoring Canada's golden goal at the World Junior Hockey Tournament.
He scored with only 3:58 left in the third period, leading to Canada's 4-3 win over Russia.
Fans cheered as he gave his Mom a big hug at Pearson International Airport.
NRP Investigating Fatal Pelham Crash
This happened last night on Highway 20
NRP Officers Praised by Management
Chief wishes the public could see the professionalism
945 Supportive Housing Units Approved
The region working to help the homeless
Niagara Talks Canadian Defense
It was how to contribute to Canada's defense
Niagara Falls Expecting More Evacuees
NRP says flooding season approaching
St. Catharines Man Charged with Voyuerism
Police say he filmed women at Welland mall
Candidate Registration Approaches
This is for the fall municipal election
Niagara Parks Getting New Police Chief
The change in leadership comes in June.