Brahmas Add Scoring Touch, Sign Deitsch
Published on September 9, 2008 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Fort Worth Brahmas News Release
NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas (September 9)- Opposing goaltenders need to take notice as the Texas Brahmas of the Central Hockey League (CHL) announced today the signing of offensive threat, Jason Deitsch.
Deitsch, 28, joins the Brahmas for his fifth professional season after splitting time last year in the East Coast Hockey League (ECHL) and in Europe. In 69 games played in 2007-08, the quick forward put up 64 points (27 G, 37 A). As a member of the Cincinnati Cyclones in the ECHL, Deitsch and the Cyclones went on to win the Kelly Cup, the league's coveted championship trophy.
In 2006-07, Deitsch also played with Cincinnati and posted more than a point a game with 71 points (26 G, 45 A) in 69 games. His strong play earned him a promotion to the American Hockey League with the Wilkes-Barre Scranton Penguins where he saw action in six games and netted one goal.
The 5-foot-10 center played two seasons in the United Hockey League (UHL) with the Kalamazoo Wings and won a championship with the team in 2005-06. As a Wing, Deitsch registered an impressive 94 points (42 G, 52 A) in 84 games played.
Deitsch's success in professional hockey has come to no surprise as he had an illustrious collegiate career at St. Norbert College. In four seasons in the NCAA (2000-2005), Deitsch had 184 points (64 G, 120 A) in 122 games played, making him the all-time leading scorer in school history.
Deitsch is familiar with the area and arena as he was a member of the Texas Tornado of the NAHL in 1999-00 and championship team in 2000-01. Despite his familiarity with the area, the CHL will be a new endeavor for the new signee.
"I don't know the league too well, but from its reputation, I believe I can excel at this level as well. I have a commitment to the team to help make it even better than last season, whether it's on offense or with a different role," said Deitsch.
Brahmas Head Coach Dan Wildfong believes Deitsch's past successes, winning two championships in three years, will point the Brahmas in the right direction.
"Deitsch is a great player who makes guys around him better. We're counting on him to give us a jump start on the offense this season and provide a strong leadership role on and off the ice," said Wildfong.
Deitsch will be attending the AHL's Houston Aeros' training camp this year. Camp begins October 1st.
Texas Brahmas 2008-09 Season Tickets and individual tickets are now on sale. For ticket information please contact the Brahmas Box Office at (817) 336-4423.
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