Michigan State hockey landed a big-time commitment last week in Porter Martone, and on Sunday he further discussed his reasoning for choosing the Spartans.

Martone is currently at the World Juniors Summer Showcase in Minneapolis representing Canada, and caught up with reporters on Sunday evening. During the interview, he spoke on why he elected to go the college route and come to Michigan State next season.

“Going to Michigan State is my next step in my hockey journey,” Martone told reporters. “It’s going to help me develop into a full player, get some more time in the gym. I really like the culture they have there. I really like the coaching staff, but with saying that it wasn’t an easy decision to leave Brampton.”

“I’m going to go and try to win a national championship.”

Martone was the No. 6 overall pick in the NHL Entry Draft last month by the Philadelphia Flyers. He is considered a top tier prospect for the professional level and should have an instant impact for the Spartans next season.

Watch the full interview with the future Spartans star below — courtesy of FloHockey:

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