Belfast Giants Confirm Re-Signing of Jordan Kawaguchi

Lauded for his speed, vision, and two-way play, Kawaguchi made an immediate impact in his debut season in Belfast. In 50 regular season Elite League games, Kawaguchi recorded 17 goals and 20 assists, along with a solid showing in the Challenge Cup-winning campaign, contributing eight goals and 11 assists in 14 games.

Adam Keefe, Head Coach of the Belfast Giants, said: “Guch (Jordan Kawaguchi) came to us with great references on his character and hockey sense, and he didn’t disappoint. He was a key player for us in all situations on a championship team. We expect that he will only get better in his second year here in Belfast.”

A native of Abbotsford, British Columbia, Kawaguchi rose through the BCHL and NCAA ranks, scoring 126 points in 136 games for the University of North Dakota – ranking him 46th in the school’s storied history. Post-college, he signed with the NHL’s Dallas Stars, spending time in the AHL and ECHL with the Texas Stars and Idaho Steelheads, where he amassed 83 points in 87 ECHL appearances. In July 2024, Kawaguchi brought his pro-level experience to Belfast.

Commenting on re-signing with the Belfast Giants, Jordan Kawaguchi said: “I couldn’t be happier to be back with the Giants. From day one, Belfast felt like home – the camaraderie in the locker room, the energy from the fans, and the support from the club and city. My goal next season is to build on what we started – stay accountable, play hard every shift, and push this team further. I love playing at The SSE Arena, Belfast, and I’m ready to see the Teal Army out in full force again.”

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