Salmon Kings add NCAA forward

Published on January 20, 2007 under ECHL (ECHL)
Victoria Salmon Kings News Release


Victoria, BC- The Victoria Salmon Kings, proud affiliate of the Vancouver Canucks and Manitoba Moose, announced today that they have acquired Forward Rich Meloche in his professional debut.

Meloche, 22, began this season in his senior year with the Bowling Green State University Falcons (NCAA), and scored two goals.

The native of Oakville, ON began his career in the Ontario Provincial Junior ‘A' Hockey League with the Milton Merchants, and in 2002-03 tallied 105 points (49 goals, 56 assists) in just 49 games.

Moving into the NCAA, the 5-foot-11, 183-lb forward posted six goals (13 points) in his freshman season. Over the next two seasons with the Falcons he earned 23 points (14 goals, 9 assists) in 60 games.

"Rich is a hard-working player who has demonstrated in the past his ability to score goals," said Dan Belisle, Vice President of Hockey Operations and General Manager. "We welcome him to Victoria and are looking for him to add a spark to our frontline."

Meloche is active for tonight's home game versus the Bakerfield Condors at 7:05 p.m.

In other roster moves, Forward Greg Hornby is activated having served his league administered one game suspension, and Defenseman James DeMone has been suspended by the team. The 6-foot-6, 220-lb native of St. Albert, AB elected to play the remainder of the season in Europe.

The Salmon Kings and B2 Networks are broadcasting home games via the internet. Visit www.salmonkings.com for the link to pay-per-view video or free audio feeds ten minutes prior to game time.

The Mini-Martys are here! Purchase a stuffed toy Marmot from Kings Things located at Gate 3, and $1.00 will be donated to the Marmot Recovery Foundation.

Group together and have more fun! Call (250) 220-7777 for fantastic group rates to Salmon Kings games and fundraising opportunities.

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