Wild Forward Vail Makes College Commitment
July 8, 2026
The Gillette Wild of the North American 3 Hockey League (NA3HL) are proud to announce that forward, John Vail, has committed to play ACHA Division II college hockey for Trine University (Angola, Indiana).
Vail spent one season in the NA3HL with the Gillette Wild. He recorded nine points during the season. He had five goals and four assists throughout 29 games during the 2025-2026 season.
Vail’s best performance of the year came on Dec. 6 against the Yellowstone Quake. He scored one goal and recorded one assist to aid in the Wild’s 6-2 victory over the Quake.
Vail is one of two players from the Gillette Wild to make a college commitment this season.
