Three new Rayz signed

Published on October 4, 2006 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Corpus Christi IceRays News Release


The Corpus Christi Rayz introduced three new names to their roster on Wednesday, as they make final training camp preparations. Forwards, Ted Bickel and Vin Hellemeyer and defenseman, Jamie Routledge were added to the roster which now stands at 27 players. The Rayz will open Central Hockey League training camp on Monday, October 9th. The 11-day camp will give Rayz Head Coach the opportunity to fine-tune his roster, before trimming the team to 18 players in time for the start of the CHL season on Friday, October 20th. The Rayz will begin their 2006-2007 campaign the following night when they host the Laredo Bucks at the American Bank Center on Saturday, October 21st at 7:05pm. Individual tickets are currently on sale at all Ticketmaster locations and the American Bank Center Box Office.

Bickel, 23, is making his professional debut this season after playing four seasons of NCAA Division III hockey. Bickel finished his collegiate career with a solid three-year stint at St. Olaf College. The last two seasons Bickel led St. Olaf in points. In 2004-2005, as a junior, Bickel scored 16 goals to lead the team. The 6'3", 210 lbs. Bickel became a team leader in college, but also showed his versatility being named to the All-Academic team as a senior. As a freshman, the Chanhassen, MN native played for Amherst University before transferring following the season. Bickel had a combined 35 goals and 73 points in 95 games and added 88 penalty minutes over his four-year college career.

Hellemeyer, 24, is a third year forward who returns to the CHL this season after a stint in the united Hockey League last year. In 2004-2005, Hellemeyer made his pro debut as a member of the expansion Topeka Tarantulas in the CHL. As a rookie, the 5'9", 185 lbs. Hellemeyer had 9 goals and 27 points in 52 games. Last season he began the season with the UHL's Port Huron Flags before finishing the campaign with the Flint Generals. Between the two clubs, the forward from Franklin Square, NY finished the season with eight goals and 17 points. Prior to turning pro, Hellemeyer spent four seasons playing for Yale University.

Routledge is a 6'1", 195 lbs. blue liner from Calgary, Alberta. The lone defenseman signed Wednesday by the Rayz is making his pro debut with Corpus Christi in training camp. Routledge played four seasons of college hockey at the Royal Military College of Canada. The defensive minded Routledge, known for strong stay at home play, played 89 games in college and totaled ten points (2 goals, 8 assists) and 160 penalty minutes.

With the latest additions, the Rayz now have a total of 14 forwards, ten defensemen and three goaltenders schedule to attend training camp.

The Corpus Christi Rayz are currently in preparation for the 2006-2007 season. The Rayz return to the American Bank Center is only 17 days away. Corpus Christi will begin their season at home on October 21st vs. the Laredo Bucks at 7:05pm. Season ticket packages and corporate sponsorship opportunities are currently available through the Rayz office. Individual tickets can be purchased at all Ticketmaster Outlets and the American Bank Center Box Office. For more information please call the Rayz at (361) 814-PUCK or log on to www.ccrayz.com.

RAYZ 2006-2007 ROSTER

Jason Baird LW

Ted Bickel F

Ryan Carter RW

David Friel C

Travis George D

Ryan-James Hand D/F

Jay Hardwick D

Vin Hellemeyer F

Connor Hughes RW

Tony Johnson D

Steve Kovalchik D

Jason Lepine D

Derrick McIver RW

Matt Meacham G

Chris Mei D

Geno Parrish D

Todd Paul D

Steve Pelletier D

Adam Powell LW

Justin Quenneville C

Jamie Routledge D

Blair Stayzer LW

Matt Turek C

Tim Vitek C

Ron Vogel G

Kevin Watters LW

Brent Zelenewich G

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