Aron Kiviharju Ethnicity

Last Modified Jun 26, 2024 13:52 GMT
Aron Kiviharju. Source: The New York Times
Aron Kiviharju. Source: The New York Times

Aron Kiviharju, born January 25, 2006, is a Danish born Finnish ice hockey defenceman currently playing for HIFK in the Finnish Elite League (SM-liiga). Notably, at just the age of 16, Kiviharju made his professional debut in the second round of the Champions Hockey League against EV Zug, serving as TPS's seventh defender with 13:47 minutes of ice time in a 4–0 loss on September 4, 2022. He then debuted in the SM-liiga regular season on September 13, 2022, in an away game against Tappara, and finished the season with three assists in 21 games.

For the 2023–24 SM-liiga season, Kiviharju transferred to HIFK. Unfortunately, a knee injury requiring surgery limited him to just seven games, during which he recorded a goal and an assist. This injury caused his draft projection to fall from a top prospect to a late first-round or later selection.

Notably, Kiviharju was selected by the Dubuque Fighting Saints as the 147th pick in the 2022 United States Hockey League (USHL) Futures Draft but chose to remain with Finnish club HC TPS for the 2022–23 season.

Aron Kiviharju’s Nationality

Aron Kiviharju was born in Esbjerg, Denmark but holds Finnish nationality. As a result, he has represented Finland on the international stage.

Aron Kiviharju’s Hometown

Aron Kiviharju hails from Raisio, Finland, where he spent a few years of his life.

Aron Kiviharju’s Birthplace

Aron Kiviharju was born in Esbjerg, Denmark and progressed through TPS's youth system. He joined their U16 team for the 2018-19 season at just 12 years old and spent two seasons at the U16 level before advancing to the TPS U18 league in 2020. For the 2021-22 season, Kiviharju played four games with the TPS U18 club before moving up to the U20 level.

Aron Kiviharju Ethnicity FAQ

A. Aron Kiviharju is 18 years old as of June 2024.

A. Aron Kiviharju is from Esbjerg, Denmark.

A. Aron Kiviharju has represented Finland internationally, notably at U18 events and tournaments.

A. Yes, Aron Kiviharju is eligible for the upcoming 2024 NHL Draft.

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