Storm Welcomes Michael Corpening
September 18, 2013 - National Basketball League of Canada (NBL Canada)
Island Storm News Release
South Wesleyan University's Michael "Mikey" Corpening is the latest player to sign with the Island Storm, pending FIBA clearance.
Corpening, a 6'8", 235 lbs Power Forward, averaged 17 points, 14.8 rebounds, and 1.7 blocks per game with the BC Jyvaskyla in Finland (1st Division).
In his Senior Year with South Wesleyan, he averaged 15.2 points, 13.2 rebounds (3rd in the country for NAIA) and 1.3 blocks per game.
Storm Head Coach Joe Salerno says he's expecting great things from Corpening with his professional experience.
"Mike brings another solid inside presence for us. He has averaged a double-double virtually everywhere he has played, and gives us another true scoring threat in the post. He has a tremendous work ethic, and has a team-first mentality. He adds some good size and depth to our front court. I look forward to seeing what Mike is capable of doing in the NBL after coming off a great 1st season overseas in Finland."
Corpening has a decorated basketball career. He was named to the All-Southern Athletic Conference 1st team in 2011, NCAA D2 2nd Team All-American in 2011, and has played professional in both Finland and the United States in the UBA (Universal Basketball Association) and the WBA (World Basketball Association).
Storm to appear at Holland College for "Transitions" Program
Storm Players Doug McKinney, Nick Evans, and Head Coach Joe Salerno will be meeting with Transitions Program students at Holland College this Monday, September 23rd.
The group will be discussing each player's journey to become a professional athlete, and they'll learn what it's like in the average "day in the life" of a Storm player.
The Storm wish to thank Holland College for including them in this important program!
Want the Storm to attend your event?
Email info@stormbasketball.ca to book today.
Season Tickets for Island Storm 2013-2014 on sale NOW!
Pick up season tickets at the Charlottetown Civic Centre box office, Monday-Friday, 11-5, at 46 Kensington Road, Charlottetown. Season tickets are also available by calling 902-629-6625.
Single game ticket sales begin Monday, Sept 30/13. At this time, tickets will be available for purchase online at www.civiccentre.pe.ca.
Season Ticket *Prices
*prices do not include HST or applicable surcharges
Adults: (Bleacher seating) $234.99
Seniors: (60+ yrs) $179.99
Students: (with valid student ID) $139.99
Youth: (7-12 yrs) $89.99
Children: (6 yrs & under) NO CHARGE
Family Pack: (2 adults or 2 seniors & 2 students or 2 youth) $499.99
Courtside Row A: $359.99
Courtside Row B: $319.99
Courtside Row C: $279.99
Luxury Boxes: Contact Cathy Tisdelle for details via email at cathy@stormbasketball.ca, or call 902 388 4281.
"Anna" Seats: (per pair, 8 total) $1499.99
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