South Kent School is proud to announce that our student-athlete Rafael Cloutier ’25, a standout forward on the South Kent 18U Prep hockey team, has verbally committed to play NCAA Division I hockey at Clarkson University.
Rafael, a native of Pointe-Fortune, Quebec, has had a remarkable 2024-25 season so far, with 40 points in 28 games, including 13 goals and 27 assists. Last year, playing for South Kent’s 16U team, he demonstrated his scoring prowess with 65 points in 50 games. His commitment to Clarkson highlights his potential to be a game-changing player at the collegiate level and beyond.
“Rafael’s growth over his time at South Kent has been exceptional,” said Head Coach Andrey Uryadov ’04. “He’s not only an elite talent on the ice, but also a leader and a dedicated teammate. His ability to create plays in tight spaces and his consistency in delivering under pressure have been instrumental to our team’s success.”
While Rafael is slated to join the Clarkson Golden Knights in 2026, he has the opportunity to continue developing his skills in junior hockey before making the leap to the NCAA. “His creativity, hockey IQ, and offensive capabilities make him a valuable asset, and we are excited to see all that he will accomplish in his future,” added Coach Uryadov ’04.