Raiders Announce Sawyer Lange as Team Captain
January 20, 2015 - Western Hockey League (WHL)
Prince Albert Raiders News Release
Prince Albert, SK -The Raiders are proud to announce that Prince Albert product Sawyer Lange will be the team's new captain for the 2014-15 season. The 20-year-old is in his fourth season with his hometown Raiders and has played in 225 games earning himself 103 points (23G, 80A).
"Sawyer has developed a strong presence in the dressing room and community. His local ties, knowledge of Raider history and commitment to the organization are important to our direction moving forward," Bruno Campese Raider General Manager.
The Raiders are also pleased to announce that joining Reid Gardiner and Jayden Hart as alÂ-ternate captains is 19-year-old Jesse Lees. Lees was acquired from the Kelowna Rockets in December. "Jesse brings a lot of valuable experience from his time in Kelowna that will aid in the growth and development of our leadership group," Campese noted.
The Raiders return to home ice on Wednesday January 28th when the rival Saskatoon Blades are in town. Purchase your tickets now by visiting the Raider office located in the Art Hauser Centre, contact the Raiders at (306) 764-GAME (4263) or buy online at raiderÂ-hockey.com.
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