Johnson Named Rbk Hockey Goalie of the Week
Published on November 14, 2007 under ECHL (ECHL)
South Carolina Stingrays News Release
North Charleston, SC - The South Carolina Stingrays, ECHL affiliate of the Washington Capitals of the National Hockey League and the Hershey Bears of the American Hockey League, announced today that rookie goaltender Josh Johnson has been named the Rbk Hockey Goalie of the Week for Nov. 5-11.
Johnson, 23, was 2-0-0 with a 2.40 goals-against average and a .916 save percentage as the Stingrays went 2-0-0 last week to move into third place in the South Division.
On Nov. 7, the 6-foot, 170-pound Johnson made 25 saves and stopped five of six shooters in the shootout for a 3-2 win over the Charlotte Checkers in Charlotte. The Esko, MN native continued his winning streak on Nov. 11 against Mississippi where he turned away 30 shots in the 7-3 victory.
Overall, Johnson is 4-2-0 with a 3.14 goals-against average and a .893 save percentage in six games.
Prior to turning pro, Johnson spent four seasons at the University of Minnesota Duluth where he was 22-20-4 with three shutouts, a 2.71 goals-against average and a .905 save percentage in 51 games.
Come out this Saturday Night for Military Night presented by Force Protection with Free Parking. The Stingrays face-off against the Florida Everblades at 7:05 p.m. at the North Charleston Coliseum. All past and present military will receive a $9 ticket at the Coliseum box office with a valid military ID. Don't forget to wear your camo or your uniform and stop by the Force Protection table at the game for your chance to win a prize pack from Force Protection. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for season ticket holders and at 6 p.m. for the general public. For tickets, visit the Coliseum Box Office or call Ticketmaster at 554-6060. Stingray Hockey - A Whole Lot Cooler!
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