Rebels Tender HC Dallas Goalie Hunter Smith
April 24, 2016 - North American Hockey League (NAHL)
Philadelphia Rebels News Release
Aston Rebels Tender, HC Dallas Goaltender Hunter Smith
(Philadelphia Rebels)
The Rebels are pleased to announce the signing of HC Dallas 18U goalie Hunter Smith to a NAHL Tender contract for the 2016-17 season.
The Flower Mound, TX native, 18, led the NAPHL 18U Division this season with a 94.8% save percentage and was fifth in goals against average with a 1.59%. He also had three shutouts. During the 2015-16 season, Smith faced a total of 406 shots in 14 appearances (29 shots per game) and allowed just 21 goals during the season. Smith (6'1/198) played in the 2015-16 NAPHL 18U All-Star Game in Troy, MI this past January. At the conclusion of the season, Smith was named to the All-NAPHL 18U 2nd Team. He has also been an NAPHL All-Academic Selection the past two seasons.
"Playing juniors is a large step in any player's career" stated Smith. "I'm honored I get the opportunity to take that step with the Rebels" concluded Smith.
"I like Hunter" said Rebels head coach Joe Coombs. "He is a big goalie that challenges the shooter and doesn't give up on the puck. He is aggressive and he'll do well" concluded Coombs.
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