Cayole, Hannah to join Frost Heaves
September 13, 2007 - American Basketball Association (ABA)
Vermont Frost Heaves News Release
South Burlington, Vt.-Chris Cayole and David Hannah, two Vermont high school stars who went on to distinguish themselves as college players, have joined the Vermont Frost Heaves for the 2007-08 season.
Cayole, a 6'7" forward from Burlington, starred at Rice Memorial High School through 2003, when the Vermont Basketball Coaches Association honored him as its Player of the Year. He spent the next four seasons at St. Michael's College, where as a senior he started all 29 games, averaging 13.8 points and 6.0 rebounds per game, while blocking 42 shots.
"Chris has a world of potential," said Vermont coach Will Voigt. "He's extremely long and athletic, and with a lot of hard work could develop into a very good player. He has shown an eagerness to improve and I look forward to watching his growth this season."
"It's always great to be given the chance to play the sport you love after college, and to be able to do this in your hometown in front of fans who have been watching you since high school is a bonus," said Cayole. "ABA basketball is fast-paced and full of action, and with my ability to catch alley-oops and hit the outside shot, I think I can fit in nicely."
Hannah, a 6'4" guard, was a two-time all-state selection at Randolph Union High School and wound up his career there as the Galloping Ghosts' all-time leading scorer. After graduation in 1999 he went on to St. Lawrence University, where as a three-year starter he led the Saints in three-point shooting and was named all-conference. He was also a goalie for SLU's 1999 NCAA Division III championship soccer team.
"What impresses me most about David is his perseverance," said Voigt. "He was the only player from last year's tryout to come back this summer. You could tell that he really wanted to be on this team and had worked hard to prepare. That kind of attitude makes him a great asset to this team."
"It's been my boyhood dream to play pro basketball," said Hannah.
"Making the squad this time around has made this that much more special to me. I'll represent this state to the best of my ability, and hope to show the true grit and desire of the Vermont athlete. My personal goals will be to make the Top 12 to be eligible for home games, and eventually work my way up to the Top 10 for traveling. That may seem far-fetched at first, but I once thought that making the team was far-fetched."
The Frost Heaves open their season on Nov. 9 at Montreal. Once again, they will split their 18 home games evenly between Barre and Burlington, with their Barre opener scheduled for Thursday night, Nov. 15, and Burlington debut set for Sunday afternoon, Nov. 18.
Season tickets may be purchased online at www.vermontfrostheaves.comor by calling 802-860-0082.
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