Pride sign college standout

September 8, 2004 - ECHL (ECHL)
Myrtle Beach Thunderboltz News Release


FLORENCE, SC – The Pee Dee Pride announced today that the team has signed rookie forward Kevin Cooper to a contract for the 2004-2005 season.

The rookie enters his first pro campaign after a standout career at Division-III power Middlebury College. Cooper led the Panthers in scoring in each of his final three seasons at the school, and graduated as the school's all-time leading goal scorer with 99, while also ranking fifth all-time with 159 points.

Cooper capped his career scoring the game-winning goal in overtime in Middlebury's 1-0 win over St. Norbert in the NCAA Championship Game. In addition, he was named the American Hockey Coaches Association D-III Player of the Year.

The Mississauga, Ontario native was named an All American in each of his last three seasons. He also was featured in Sports Illustrated in the "Faces In The Crowd" section in the April 12, 2004 issue.

"Kevin is a gifted goal-scorer who has scored consistently over the past four seasons," Pride Head Coach Perry Florio said. "He was voted the best D-III player in all of college hockey last year and we are very excited to be getting him. Fans will love the speed and energy that Kevin will bring."

Opening Weekend 2004 is right around the corner! Friday, October 22, the Pride host the Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies at 7:30 p.m. All fans in attendance will receive a free rally towel courtesy of Wachovia Bank. On Saturday, October 23, the Pride host the Augusta Lynx also at 7:30. The first 2,500 fans in attendance receive a free 2004-2005 magnetic schedule courtesy of SCE & G. Following the game, the Pride in conjunction with Arch-a-Deck of the Pee Dee; BB&T; Griggs, Floyd & Grantham; and Micky Finn's present the Blue Dogs in concert. Discounted group tickets are now available. Call the Pride at (843) 669-7825 for more information.

Season tickets, flex plans and corporate partnerships for the 2004-2005 season are still available. For more information, or to place your order, visit the Pride office, located at the Florence Civic Center, or call (843) 669-7825.



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