KEARNEY — Next season, Tri-City Storm defenseman Simon Denis will be suiting up for the Ferris State University Bulldogs. Denis made his commitment official Monday.

Denis, who is from Burnaby, British Columbia, has five assists in 10 games this season with the Storm. Last season, Denis played for the Burnaby Express in the BCHL and had six goals, 23 assists and 31 penalty minutes in 60 games.

“I really enjoyed my trip out to Ferris. It felt like the right fit for me, and a place that I was wanted for next season,” said Denis, who is in his only season with the Storm. “They are a program that is on the rise, and a place that I will have the opportunity to compete for a championship.”

Ferris State is a NCAA Division I college hockey program located in Big Rapids, Mich., and competes in the CCHA hockey conference with the likes of Michigan, Michigan State, Ohio State and Bowling Green.

“We couldn’t be happier to see Simon commit to Ferris State,” said Storm coach Drew Schoneck. “Ferris is getting a great person and player in Simon, and he deserves this opportunity.”