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Published on December 20, 2005 under American Hockey League (AHL)
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SOUND TIGERS WEEKLY SPOTLIGHT MARK LEE

Center - Shoots: Left

Height: 5'11'' Weight: 186 lbs

Born: September 11, 1984 in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland

Signed as a free agent with the Sound Tigers this past summer

What does it means to be a "Newfie", and how do you feel when you hear the term?

It's being proud of where you're from. Hockey is the main sport there, so for me, being a "Newfie" and coming from a hockey province like Newfoundland, makes it really satisfying being where I am and hopefully to where I want to be.

How did you learn to speak French?

I had a French roommate in junior, so I was able to pick up some from him, but if you ask me to speak fluently I'd have a problem. I don't know if I'd call myself bilingual; I have enough trouble with English, never mind French.

What made you want to be a hockey player?

My father owns and operates hockey schools in Newfoundland. Growing up I was always around the sport with my father, so I obviously picked it up that way. As a kid watching the St. John's Maple Leafs play in the AHL and now to be in the same league that they were in is a great thrill.

What player did you grow up idolizing?

I grew up watching mainly St. John's, but to pick a single player, I'd have to say Wayne Gretzky in the later parts of his career. Seeing him play the game and carry himself away from the rink as a true professional really drew my attention to him.

Since the events of 2001, what has it been like celebrating your birthday on September 11th?

It is tough to celebrate a day like that, but it is my birthday, so I try not to think of the disaster and just enjoy myself.

SOUND TIGER CALENDAR

The Friday, December 16th Food Drive raised $670 in donations and Booster Club Chuck-A-Puck proceeds and filled a van with non-perishable food items for the Connecticut Food Bank.

The Sunday, December 18th "Teddy Bear Toss" collected over 300 stuffed animals, which will be distributed as part of AMR's Friday, December 23rd "Teddy Bear Run".

Monday, December 19th - STORM visited the meeting of Daniels Farm Cub Scout Pack 261.

Tuesday, December 20th - STORM took part in the United Way pledge drive at Sargent Manufacturing in New Haven.

Wednesday, December 21st - Home game vs. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton at 7:05 p.m. on a Wacky Wednesday.

Friday, December 23rd - STORM and members of the Sound Tigers staff will join American Medical Response for the annual "Teddy Bear Run" distributing toys to children in need throughout the area.

Friday, December 23rd - "Ansonia Night With The Sound Tigers" when Hartford visits at 7:35 p.m.

Wednesday, December 28th - Youth Sports Night Hockey Stick Giveaway for first 1,500 fans 14 & under.

Friday, December 30th - Road game at Philadelphia at 7:05 p.m.

Saturday, December 31st - New Year's Eve Party when the Sound Tigers host Lowell at 1:05 p.m.

All Sound Tigers games are web-cast at soundtigers.com and on the B2 Networks.

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