General: From Mississauga, ON, Canada, Hughes is a 2020 graduate from Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Before joining Utica, Hughes played for the Mississauga Reps, Burlington Cougars and Milton Menace, where he stared in the OJHL All-Star game. He is pursuing his degree in Business Management.Â
As a Freshman (2023-2024): Appeared in all 30 games, scored 25 points (eight goals, 17 assists), Named to UCHC All-Rookie Team, UCHC Rookie of the Week, AHCA Krampade All-American Scholar, UCHC All-Academic Team.
As a Sophomore (2024-2025): Appeared in 27 games, recorded 12 points (5 goals, 7 assists), UCHC All-Academic Team, Empire 8 President’s List - Spring 2025
As a Junior (2025-2026): Appeared in 26 games, recorded 25 points (11 goals, 14 assists) UCHC All-Tournament Team, Empire 8 POTW - January 26th
Source: Aidan Hughes @ Elite Prospects
