Surge Sign Defenseman Of The Year Winner Steve Weidlich
Published on August 5, 2010 under SPHL (SPHL)
Mississippi Surge News Release
The Mississippi Surge on Thursday announced that 2009-2010 SPHL Defenseman of The Year award winner Steve Weidlich has agreed to terms and will be returning to the Power Plant with the Mississippi Surge for the upcoming season.
"Steve Weidlich brings a diversity of experience and a tough, hardnosed edge and tremendous skill set that has a calming affect to not only our young D-men, but to the rest of our squad," said head coach Steffon Walby.
Weidlich, a native of Spruce Grove Alberta, will be entering his ninth year as a professional and his second year on the coast as a player assistant. Steve had a great year in the statistical category, in 54 games played he tallied 42 points (6g, 36a) and piling up a whopping 185 penalty minutes. Steve had a huge part in securing the leagues best penalty kill as well as having a hand in the leagues lowest goals against.
"I am truly excited and very optimistic about this upcoming season. We have a great nucleus coming back, and an unfinished hunger to be the league's best. I love the coast as well as our devoted fans, can't wait till opening night."
Season tickets for the upcoming Season of Mississippi Surge hockey are now on sale! Ticket packages starting at less than $10 per game, 28 action-packed nights of electrifying hockey. Call (228) 287-7825 to get yours today, ask about our military discount.
Opening night is October 22 when the Mississippi Surge renews its' fearsome rivalry with the Huntsville Havoc!
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