Underhill invited to Blackhawks Prospect Camp

June 29, 2004 - ECHL (ECHL)
Myrtle Beach Thunderboltz News Release


FLORENCE, SC – The Pee Dee Pride announced today that goaltender Matt Underhill has been invited to the Chicago Blackhawks' Prospect Camp. The camp begins tomorrow in Chicago and runs through July 5.

Underhill has played the last two seasons with the Pride, posting a 26-27-5 record. He was also named to the Southern Conference All-Star Team for the 2004 ECHL All-Star Game in Estero, FL.

The Campbell River, BC native appeared in one game for the Blackhawks this past season. Getting the start on an emergency basis on March 7 against the Edmonton Oilers, Underhill made 29 saves in a 4-3 overtime loss.

In the past two seasons, he has also spent time in the American Hockey League with the Providence Bruins and Manchester Monarchs. In 11 AHL games, he posted a record of 5-5-1.

"No one deserves this opportunity more than Matt," Pride Head Coach Perry Florio said. "I have never seen a player work as hard as Undy nor have I ever coached a player so dedicated to being the very best. Player development is our top priority and we wish Matt well in Chicago."

Included on the 37-player camp roster are 12 of the Blackhawks' 17 picks from last weekend's NHL Entry Draft in Raleigh, including the third-overall pick of the draft, defenseman Cam Barker.

The Pride open the 2004-2005 regular season on Friday, October 22, hosting the Roanoke Express at 7:30 p.m. The Pride continue their season-opening three-game home stand on Saturday, October 23 taking on the Greensboro Generals at 7:30 p.m., and on Tuesday, October 26 with a 7:00 p.m. match-up with the Gwinnett Gladiators.

Season tickets, flex plans and corporate partnerships for the 2004-2005 season are now available. For more information, or to place your order, visit the Pride office, located at the Florence Civic Center, or call (843) 669-7825.

New for 2004-2005 season is the Pride's Adopt-a-School Program. Individuals or businesses can purchase season tickets or flex plans to donate to local non-profit organizations for distribution. For more information, contact the Pride at (843) 669-7825.



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