Stats
- Position/#: Forward/19
- Shoots: Right
- Height: 6’0″
- Weight: 185 lbs
- Born: 2004-03-05
- Birthplace: Pembroke, Ontario
Bio
The veteran forward has played much of his minor and junior hockey in the Ottawa Valley, enjoying time with the Ottawa Valley Aces and Titans programs before getting drafted by the Pembroke Lumber Kings. Has since seen regular playing time at Junior B Whitewater, Junior A Pembroke, and the Timberwolves before earning earning an everyday role with the Wolves this season.
Fast Facts
- The Kostanias family own and operate their own restaurant, Fresco’s Tap and Grill, where Kosta can be usually be found if not dealing with school or hockey
- Keeps busy with a year-round schedule of sports, playing men’s league soccer and tennis during his offseasons
- Balancing life on the road with part time classes to finish his education with the hopes of continuing his time in hockey at the collegiate level
One-Timers
- Nickname: ‘Za
- Hockey idol growing up: Matthew Peca and Pavel Datsyuk
- Hidden Talent: Great at video games
- Actor who would play him in a move: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
- Dream Dinner Guest: Gordie Howe
- Favourite Meal: Chicken Parmesan
- Favourite Movie: Happy Gilmore
- First jersey bought: Johan Franzén, Detroit Red Wings. “I always been a big fan of the Red Wings.”
- Favourite Artist: Drake
- Dream Superpower: Super Strength
- Favourite Superhero: Spider-Man
