Puck control and two-way play
Ruoff’s puckhandling and playmaking give him a way to shape possessions before the final shot. His two-way center profile adds an element beyond scoring, while his ability to play forward or defense speaks to positional flexibility.
His offensive involvement continued from a productive 16U AA season into the early 18U schedule. The longer record establishes the base; the older-age start shows that he has remained involved through the transition.
Performance record
49points in 45 previous-season games
9points in seven current games
The 45-game 16U AA season and seven current 18U AA games are distinct records for the Pines Golden Wolves.
Outlook
Derek ranks #9 overall and #8 among forwards. His scoring record supports his position on the board as the current schedule develops.