Attack Sending Pair to Under 17's

Published on November 13, 2008 under Ontario Hockey League (OHL)
Owen Sound Attack News Release

The Owen Sound Attack are pleased to announce that Rookies Steven Shipley and Keevin Cutting have been selected to participate for team Ontario at the 2009 World Under-17 Hockey Challenge that is set to take place in Port Alberni, BC from December 29th, 2008 - January 4th, 2009.

Shipley was selected in the first round (3rd overall) in the 2008 OHL Priority Selection and has had a solid start to his OHL career. In 19 games played, the Ilderton, ON. native has scored 4 times while picking up 4 assists to go along with a responsible 4 penalty minutes. During his Minor Midget season with the Elgin Middlesex Chiefs, Shipley scored 53 goals while racking up 51 assists in only 63 games played. The 6'02 power forward stated that, "It's an honor and privilege to be selected to represent my province and play with all of these great players. I look forward to the challenge and bringing home a gold medal for team Ontario."

Cutting was selected in the 4th round (64th overall) in the 2008 OHL Priority Selection and has turned heads since showing up at Attack Training Camp in August. After missing most of the 2007/2008 season with a broken leg, Cutting returned to the North Central Predators Minor Midget team to tally 3 goals and 12 assists in only 22 games. During his rookie season in the OHL, Cutting has managed to grab 7 assists in 17 games while often playing against the opposition team's first two lines. "This is a huge surprise, to be honest." stated the Bracebridge, ON. native. "I worked really hard after breaking my leg to get into the OHL and really wasn't expecting this. This is an unbelievable honor for me."

The Attack would like to congratulate both Steven and Keevin on this incredible accomplishment.

Ontario Hockey League Stories from November 13, 2008

• Crawford Added to Team Ontario Roster for ADT Challenge - Saginaw Spirit
• Majors Give Community A Boost Through School Day Game - Mississauga St. Michael's Majors
• Storm this Week - Guelph Storm
• OHL and Shaw Cable Partner to Broadcast Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds Games - OHL
• OHL Announces Honourary Captains for ADT Canada Russia Challenge - OHL
• Tonight's Spirit Away Game Rescheduled for December - Saginaw Spirit
• Beuekbeoom Named to U-17 Roster - Soo Greyhounds
• Otters Wrap Up Five-Game Stand - Erie Otters
• Stephen Silas Named to Team Ontario Under 17 Roster - Belleville Bulls
• Centre Ice Tickets Available for ADT Canada/Russia Challenge - Guelph Storm
• Christian Thomas Named To Team Ontario - London Knights
• Attack Sending Pair to Under 17's - Owen Sound Attack
• Kitchener Rangers Intern Program - Be a part of the team - Kitchener Rangers

The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

Other Recent Owen Sound Attack Stories

• Attack Score Thrilling 5-1 Victory against Barrie Colts
• Attack Drop Pre-Season Opener, 4-3 to Battalion
• Attack Announce Pre-Season Roster Ahead of Neutral Site Game in Collingwood
• Hockey Fest Celebrations Return to Owen Sound
• 42 Players Included in Main Camp Rosters