ECHL Orlando Solar Bears

Q&A with Solar Bears Goaltender John Curry

Published on October 26, 2013 under ECHL (ECHL)
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Solar Bears Director of PR and Broadcasting Bob Mills had a chance to catch up with Solar Bears goaltender John Curry before today's game.

Q: You played a good portion of last season in Orlando, becoming a fan favorite. What are some of your fondest memories from last season?

A: The home games are all really memorable, especially the first one. We went into a shootout in front of a huge sell out crowd. I was very impressed with the fan base all season long. Even when we struggled, they were always at the Amway Center supporting us and cheering for us.

Q: Talk about your experience with Iowa in training camp and at the start of this season.

A: It was a good experience. I believe I have the skills to play at that level. I know that I had some injuries last season and I spent some time in Europe during my career, so I have to continue to work hard. The Minnesota organization has put confidence in me, and anytime that I have a chance to play at a high level it's a good experience.

Q: You have appeared in four games with the Pittsburgh Penguins in the NHL during your career. What was it like for you to play in the NHL?

A: It was amazing. Growing up, you want to play in the NHL, that is always the goal. It isn't a realistic goal for a lot of people, including me. When I got to college I saw how good the competition was, and I knew how hard I was going to have to work to make it there. That experience is something that I will never forget.

Q: You mention your college years. Your senior season you were the Hockey East Player of the Year and a Hobey Baker finalist. Talk about your experience at Boston University and how it helped you to prepare for the professional ranks.

A: Boston gave me my first test of big time hockey. They always had a great crowd. I didn't get a chance to play much my freshman season and was slotted as the third string goalie going into my sophomore year. I was fortunate that as I continued to work hard I was able to get a chance to play. It was amazing to play in front of such passionate fans, and that experience certainly helped to prepare me for playing in the pros.

Q: The Solar Bears have a pair of games against the Gwinnett Gladiators this weekend. What are you most looking forward to for these games?

A: I'm looking forward to seeing our team in a game, as opposed to in practice. It has been about eight months since I have had a chance to play in a game, so I am looking forward to getting back in the net. I'm excited to see game situations and see the crowds. Those are the type of things you can't replicate during the summer.

Orlando Solar Bears individual game tickets for the 2013-14 season are on sale. Tickets can be purchased at the Amway Center Box Office or online at OrlandoSolarBearsHockey.com or Ticketmaster.com. For the Promotional Calendar, click here.

The Orlando Solar Bears, the ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Minnesota Wild and Toronto Maple Leafs and AHL's Iowa Wild and Toronto Marlies, play all of their home games at the 2012 Street and Smith's Sports Business Journal Sports Facility of the Year, the Amway Center.

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