Wenatchee Wild to Return to NAHL in 2012-13
Published on March 16, 2012 under North American Hockey League (NAHL)
Wenatchee Wild News Release
WENATCHEE, Wash. - President and Managing Partner Bill Stewart announced today that the Wenatchee Wild signed a promissory note guaranteeing their return to the North American Hockey League (NAHL) for the 2012-13 season.
The Wild had sought entrance into the British Columbia Hockey League (BCHL), but the league denied the Wild's request earlier this week for the 2012-13 season because it had already set its divisional alignment and rules pertaining to rosters and on-ice play in January.
"As promised, we have done everything in our power to assure that a high level of junior hockey persists in Wenatchee," Stewart said. "We have said all along that we were open to playing a fifth season in the NAHL, and we look forward to another opportunity to pursue the Robertson Cup. We understand the difficulties involved in bringing a U.S.-based team to the BCHL, and we appreciate the league's consideration for the 2012-13 season."
The Wild were the NAHL's Organization of the Year in 2009 and 2010 and dominated league attendance during its first three years in the league. The Wild have competed in two Robertson Cup Championship Tournaments, including the 2010 tournament, which was held at the Town Toyota Center.
"The NAHL is looking forward to having Wenatchee back in the NAHL for their fifth anniversary season as we continue to support our efforts to strengthen and grow our footprint in the Western United States," said NAHL Commissioner Mark Frankenfeld.
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