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Roesler, Connery, and Kosta Join Connecticut Whale

May 3, 2016 - Premier Hockey Federation (PHF)
Connecticut Whale News Release


Connecticut Whale Signees Cydney Roesler, Nicole Connery, and Nicole Kosta
Connecticut Whale Signees Cydney Roesler, Nicole Connery, and Nicole Kosta
(Connecticut Whale)

Stamford, CT - Cydney Roesler, Nicole Connery, and Nicole Kosta have signed contracts with the Connecticut Whale for the 2016-17 season, General Manager Lisa Giovanelli announced Tuesday. Roesler and the Whale agreed to terms on a one-year, $15,500 contract. Kosta and Connery both agreed to terms on a one-year, $15,000 contract with the Whale.

"You've got some of the best players in the world playing in this league and I think it'll be really fun," said Roesler. "I'm excited, but I know it's going to be a challenge and this is going to push me to work harder, so I'm looking forward to it."

Roesler, a defenseman, collected 52 points (14g, 38a) in 141 games with the Bobcats, whom she captained in her 2015-16 senior season. Connery, a forward from Newmarket, Ontario, scored 102 points (42g, 60a) in 145 games at Quinnipiac. A forward out of Mississauga, Ontario, Kosta collected 123 points (39g, 84a) n 137 games. All three players have experience with Hockey Canada at the IIHF U18 World Championship.

"Two years ago, this wasn't even an option or a thought in my mind," said Kosta. "To be able to play professional hockey is a great achievement and I'm really humbled to have signed a contract."

Restricted free agency began April 1 and lasted until April 30. Free agency began May 1 and lasts until July 31. The 2016 NWHL Draft is June 18.




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Connecticut Whale Signees Cydney Roesler, Nicole Connery, and Nicole Kosta
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