ECHL South Carolina Stingrays

Rays Re-sign McElroy, Romfo

Published on August 1, 2007 under ECHL (ECHL)
South Carolina Stingrays News Release


North Charleston, SC - The South Carolina Stingrays and Head Coach Jared Bednar announced today that defensemen T.J. McElroy and Scott Romfo have re-signed for the 2007-08 season. In keeping with club policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.

McElroy, 24, collected eight goals and 15 assists for 23 points in 65 games last season. The first-year pro led all Stingrays rookies with 110 penalty minutes, and finished second among defensemen with four power play goals. He also represented the Stingrays at the 2007 ECHL All-Star Game in Idaho, posting a +3 mark.

"T.J had a great rookie season for us," Bednar said. "I'm looking forward to having him back on the blueline this year."

Prior to joining South Carolina, the 6-foot-1, 210-pound native of Golden Valley, Minn. played four years at St. Cloud State, collecting 11 points (6g, 5a) in 107 career matches for the Huskies.

In his first full season as a professional, Romfo, 26, led all Stingrays blueliners with 66 games played. He finished third among defensemen in scoring, totaling 25 points (5g, 20a) with 73 penalty minutes.

"Scott's a steady presence on defense for us," Bednar said. "His efforts on both ends of the ice will be counted on again this season."

Romfo originally joined the Stingrays in March 2006 following the completion of his senior year at RPI. The 5-foot-11, 190-pound defenseman registered 35 points (8g, 27a) in 123 career contests for the Engineers, and was a three-time member of the ECACHL All-Academic team.

In 82 career games with South Carolina, the Blaine, Minn. native has accumulated six goals and 27 assists for 33 points. His older brother, Jeff, played with the Stingrays from 1996-2000.

Come join the Stingrays for their 15th Anniversary Season! The 2007-08 season begins on Oct. 20 at 7:05 p.m. as the Rays take on in-state rival Columbia Inferno! Deposits are being taken now for the 2007-08 South Carolina Stingrays season tickets! For just $100 you can reserve your seat to every hard-hitting, action-packed game at the North Charleston Coliseum. For more information including benefits, pricing, and package options, please call the Stingrays front office at 744-2248 or view the information online at www.stingrayshockey.com. Stingrays Hockey - A Whole Lot Cooler!

Scott Romfo

Defense

Born Jul 10 1981 -- Blaine, MN

Height 5.11 -- Weight 185 -- Shoots L

--- Regular Season --- ---- Playoffs ----

Season Team Lge GP G A Pts PIM GP G A Pts PIM

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2000-01 Tri-City Storm USHL 34 3 4 7 37 7 0 1 1 0

2001-02 Tri-City Storm USHL 60 4 16 20 48 -- -- -- -- --

2002-03 R.P.I. NCAA 31 2 2 4 38

2003-04 R.P.I. NCAA 28 2 2 4 28

2004-05 R.P.I. NCAA 29 2 8 10 36

2005-06 R.P.I. NCAA 35 2 15 17 36

2005-06 South Carolina Stingrays ECHL 16 1 7 8 14 5 2 0 2 2

2006-07 South Carolina Stingrays ECHL 66 5 20 25 73 -- -- -- -- -

T.J. McElroy

Defense

Born Nov 3 1982 -- Golden Valley, MN

Height 6.00 -- Weight 210 -- Shoots R

--- Regular Season --- ---- Playoffs ----

Season Team Lge GP G A Pts PIM GP G A Pts PIM

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2001-02 Lincoln Stars USHL 55 1 4 5 96 4 0 0 0 2

2002-03 St. Cloud State NCAA 34 2 1 3 30

2003-04 St. Cloud State NCAA 19 0 1 1 22

2004-05 St. Cloud State NCAA 21 1 1 2 36

2005-06 St. Cloud State NCAA 33 3 2 5 24

2006-07 South Carolina Stingrays ECHL 65 8 15 23 110 - - -- -- -- --

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