Slammers Add Toughness To Roster
October 9, 2003 - World Hockey Association-2 (WHA2)
Alabama Slammers News Release
PELHAM, Ala. â The Alabama Slammers announced today that forward Jason Renard has been signed to a contract for the upcoming 2003-04 season.
The 6'1, 220 LBS native of Brooks, Alberta has over 9 years of professional experience. In 459 professional games, Jason has registered 250 points and an amazing 2,613 penalty minutes..
"Jason is a veteran player that will provide tremendous leadership for our hockey club," said Slammers President, Taylor Hall.. "With his physical playing style, Jason is sure to become an instant fan favorite this season."
Before turning professional, Jason played major junior hockey in the Western Hockey League (WHL) with Prince Albert, Swift Currant, and Tri-Cities. In 134 WHL games, Renard had 19 goals, 41 points and 552 PIM.
Renard is the fifth player signed by the Slammers for the upcoming season. Forwards Jeff Cheeseman and Jim Black, as well as defenseman Bobby Quinnell and goaltender Fred Beaubien have inked contracts with the club.
The Slammers open the 2003 - 2004 campaign at home at the Pelham Civic Complex on Friday, November 7th against the Jacksonville Barracudas. The Slammers will also face the Lakeland Loggerheads, Macon Trax, Miami Manatees, and Orlando Seals in the inaugural season of the World Hockey Association 2 (WHA2). All games will be broadcast on www.irn.fm.
Season Tickets for the Alabama Slammers are currently on sale and going fast. Call the Slammers ticket office at (205) 328-PUCK (7825) or visit www.slammershockey.com to get your tickets today.
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