The Madison Capitols announced Thursday that forward Jackson Nevers will serve as the fifteenth captain of the Capitols in the team's Tier I era. Nevers is an Edina, Minnesota, native and is committed to play collegiate hockey at the University of Minnesota.
"One of [Nevers] best qualities is his leadership," said Capitols Head Coach and General Manager Andy Brandt. He commands the room, and it's usually through his work ethic. He does a great job on the ice pushing pace and being a leader through how he plays the game. He does a good job connecting with the young guys as well."
Madison acquired Nevers in November of last season from Waterloo in exchange for draft capital. In 33 games with the Capitols, Nevers registered twelve points during the 2024-25 season battling through injury in the second half of the season.
Previous Capitols Captains
2024-25: Finn Brink
2023-24: Ethan Elias
2022-23: Matthew McGroarty, Nick Wallace
2021-22: Jack Horbach, Casey Severo
2019-20: Kristof Papp
2018-19: Noah Weber
2017-18: Alec Broetzman, Mick Messner
2016-17: Robby Fosdick
2015-16: Ryan Lohin
2014-15: Alec Vanko, Freddy Gerard
Nevers will lead his team into battle on Saturday afternoon to face off against Lincoln in the Capitols first game of the season. Puck drop is scheduled for 3:30 pm E.T with coverage on FloHockey.
Madison returns home the following Friday, September 26th, for the team's home opener against Dubuque. It's a $1 Beer Night presented by Coors Light. Tickets are on sale at tickets.madcapshockey.com.
