Bombers Co-Head Coach Makes Move to NHL
July 20, 2007 - ECHL (ECHL)
Dayton Bombers News Release
Dayton, OH - The Dayton Bombers announced today that Derek Clancey, co-head coach of the 2007 American Conference champions, has accepted a scouting position with the Pittsburgh Penguins of the National Hockey League.
"We congratulate Derek [Clancey] on his position with the Pittsburgh Penguins," said Bombers General Manager Don MacAdam. "Clancey did a tremendous job coaching this past season, and was a huge part of our success."
Under Clancey and MacAdam the Bombers went 37-26-2-7 (83 pts.) in the 2006-2007 regular season, finishing first in the North Division. The team advanced to 2007 Kelly Cup Playoffs where they were 12-10, capturing both the North Division and American Conference championships.
"The Bombers organization wishes Derek much success in his career change from coach to scout," MacAdam said.
The Bombers' Opening Night Extravaganza is Saturday, October 20, against the rival Cincinnati Cyclones at 7:00 p.m. at the Ervin J. Nutter Center. Group tickets for Opening Night are on sale now by calling 775-4747.
Full and partial season ticket packages for the Bombers' 2007-08 campaign are also on sale, starting as low as $99! Individual game tickets will go on sale on September 1. For more information, please contact the Bombers at (937) 775-4747 or visit www.daytonbombers.com.
The Dayton Bombers are the proud "AA" affiliate of the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets.
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