Adolfsen - Prospect Scouting Report

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Justin Adolfsen - Left Wing
Born - July 17th, 2002
Height - 5' 10"
Weight- 157 LB
Nationality - USA
 
 
Justin Adolfsen models himself after New Jersey Devils winger Jesper Bratt. As a smallish forward Adolfsen makes up for a lack of size with excellent hockey sense, which enables his team to use him in all situations and play up and down the lineup. Growing up on Long Island, NY Adolfsen has been training his whole life for this moment (the VHLM draft). Practicing on the daily and training on the frozen ponds in the winter, Adolfsen found his mojo. He is working towards more offensive ability and is likely to put up big offensive numbers in the future, but continues to work hard to improve his skills-especially away from the puck. Has turned himself into a player who is tough to play against and drives play. Adolfsen creates space on the ice for his teammates and himself, by quick zone entry's and the urge to feed teammates the puck. Adolfsen is strong on the puck and possesses some quick, creative hands, allowing him to get fancy with the puck on the rush. 

 
Notable strengths: 
-Heavy shooter
For a smaller player, Adolfsen can really fire the puck. He's got a quick, heavy release on his snap shot and has the ability to one-time hard or difficult passes. He's very good on the power play because of his shooting ability.
-Changes directions well
Adolfsen is a really quick player that moves east-west well making him dynamic off the rush and makes it difficult for opposing defenders to line him up.
-Creates space for his line-mates. Once Adolfsen enters the zone the shifty forward is able to attract defenders and open up space for his teammates.  
-The forward can create plays as well, with quick feet and soft hands. Can be seen at times being someone with a pass first mentality. 
-SPEED, Adolfsen is fast and can really motor up and down the ice. He tends to have speedy offensive zone entries, and loves to begin transition plays. 
 
Notable weaknesses: 
-Disappears against physical play
Adolfsen is a small player and not particularly strong, which really works against him when he's playing against faster, stronger competition. He's easily muscled off the puck in tight areas and tends to be quiet and ineffective.
-Needs to improve defensive play
Adolfsen is a skilled offensive player, but needs more of a 200-foot game.