Steelheads Capture WCHL Awards
Published on April 2, 2002 under ECHL (ECHL)
Idaho Steelheads News Release
Also Chance to Clinch Founders Cup On Home Ice
Boise, ID. â With the best record in the league the Idaho Steelheads have placed several players on WCHL post-season award teams. Monday afternoon Bobby Stewart was selected to the All-WCHL team. Tuesday afternoon forward Wes Dorey and goaltender Jason Cugnet were selected to the WCHL All-Rookie team.
Stewart, a WCHL-MVP candidate as well, leads the Steelheads with 37 goals and 50 assists. His total of 87 points is currently fifth in the league. In his first year with Idaho he has scored numerous big goals, helping the Steelheads to a franchise record total of 99 points. "It's an honor," said Stewart. "I really consider it a team award. Guys have shared the puck and I have been fortunate to get a few to go in the net."
Cugnet has posted a 10-4-2 record with a .909 save percentage and a GAA of 2.47. He took three years off from hockey after playing at Colorado College and after a slow start has played exceedingly well and been a huge addition to the team. Dorey has scored 15 goals, handed out 27 assists for a total of 42 points. Cut from two ECHL teams this season, he landed in Idaho and has been an important part of the Steelheads success. Dorey played four season of college hockey at the University of North Dakota; he helped the Fighting Sioux win the 2000 NCAA championship.
Chance To Clinch On Home Ice
The Steelheads magic number to clinch the Founders Cup signifying the WCHL regular season title is one. With a point on Wednesday night versus Tacoma, or a San Diego loss, the Steelheads will secure the first Founders Cup in franchise history. One point will also allow Idaho to crack the 100-point barrier for the first time in franchise history.
Steelheads On The Air
All Steelheads games can be heard live on ESPN Radio 1350 KTIK. Also the Bud Light Idaho Steelheads Hockey Show airs Monday â Friday from 6:00 â 7:00 PM MST on ESPN Radio 1350 KTIK.
Playoff Tickets
Season ticket holders can pick up their playoff tickets right now at the Diamond Sports office located on the 4th floor of the Grove Hotel. Individual playoff tickets are available at the BofA Centre box office and all Select-A-Seat location.
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