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(Windsor) With summer finally winding down, the Windsor Spitfires proudly welcomed Spitfire fans to the opening of the team’s training camp earlier today at the WFCU Centre.
Prior to opening up the camp to the public, the 48 participating players reported to Windsor this past Sunday and yesterday afternoon to take part in a private fitness testing session. Many players turned in impressive performances, with 2010 Spitfires draft pick and recently signed forward Anthony Cortellessa and Spits superstar Ryan Ellis stealing the show as they finished first and second respectively in the six test session.
The complete list of top finishers from the fitness testing session was as follows:
The individual exercise leaders within the fitness testing component were as follows:
Bench Press (155 pounds) – Zack Kassian, Forward, Windsor Spitfires (OHL) – 38 repetitions
Chinups – Anthony Cortellessa, Forward, Toronto Marlboros Min. Midget AAA (Alliance) – 26 repetitions
Agility – Zack Kassian, Forward, Windsor Spitfires (OHL)
Long Jump – Patrick Murphy, Defenceman, LaSalle Vipers Jr. B (GOJHL)/Windsor Spitfires (OHL) – 111 inches
Repeat Sprint Test (Total Time) – Anthony Cortellessa, Forward, Toronto Marlboros Min. Midget AAA
(Alliance) - Two runs totaling 94.12 seconds (two cones, 20 yards, 12 trips)
Front Plank, Left Plank and Right Plank – All players passed the physical requirement
In today’s action, Team Red opened the official portion of the camp as they practiced on the WFCU Centre’s main bowl starting at 9 a.m. Team White and Team Blue then took to the ice for the camp’s first scrimmage at 10:15 a.m with Team Blue defeating Team White 4-3. Eric Locke (Mississauga Reps Maj. Midget AAA – GTHL) led the way for Team Blue, scoring two goals and adding one assist with teammate Zack MacQueen (Windsor Spitfires – OHL) also scoring one goal and registering two assists in the win. Zack Kassian (Windsor Spitfires – OHL) scored one goal and added an assist to lead Team White.
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Windsor Acquires Nick Ebert from Mississauga
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(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manager Warren Rychel today announced that the Spitfires have acquired U.S. defenceman Nick Ebert from the Mississauga St. Michael’s Majors. Ebert was ranked number one by OHL Central Scouting heading into the 2010 OHL Priority Selection and was selected by the Majors with their first round pick, 17th overall.
The 6’1”, 190 pound rearguard played as a 15 year-old for the Waterloo Black Hawks of the United States Hockey League (USHL) along with current Spitfire Brady Vail last season and Ebert scored six goals and 18 points in 53 games for the Black Hawks.
In exchange, the Spitfires have sent second round picks in the 2015 and 2016 OHL Priority Selections to the Majors.
“The Windsor Spitfires are really excited to acquire one of the best 1994 birthdate players in North America. Nick will be a key part of our team this year and will be one of our franchise’s cornerstones. He is a fluent skater who plays an excellent two-way game. He has tremendous pro upside and was one of only two 15 year olds along with Brady Vail to play in the USHL. Nick is eligible for the 2012 NHL Draft and will be attending our training camp starting tomorrow at the WFCU Centre,” said Warren Rychel.
Nick Ebert
Position: Defenceman
Birthdate: May 11, 1994
Shot: Right Height: 6’1”
Weight: 190 Hometown: Livingston, N.J.
(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manager Warren Rychel today announced that the Spitfires have acquired U.S. defenceman Nick Ebert from the Mississauga St. Michael’s Majors. Ebert was ranked number one by OHL Central Scouting heading into the 2010 OHL Priority Selection and was selected by the Majors with their first round pick, 17th overall.
The 6’1”, 190 pound rearguard played as a 15 year-old for the Waterloo Black Hawks of the United States Hockey League (USHL) along with current Spitfire Brady Vail last season and Ebert scored six goals and 18 points in 53 games for the Black Hawks.
In exchange, the Spitfires have sent second round picks in the 2015 and 2016 OHL Priority Selections to the Majors.
“The Windsor Spitfires are really excited to acquire one of the best 1994 birthdate players in North America. Nick will be a key part of our team this year and will be one of our franchise’s cornerstones. He is a fluent skater who plays an excellent two-way game. He has tremendous pro upside and was one of only two 15 year olds along with Brady Vail to play in the USHL. Nick is eligible for the 2012 NHL Draft and will be attending our training camp starting tomorrow at the WFCU Centre,” said Warren Rychel.
Nick Ebert
Position: Defenceman
Birthdate: May 11, 1994
Shot: Right Height: 6’1”
Weight: 190 Hometown: Livingston, N.J.
Friday, August 27, 2010
Windsor Acquires Draft Choices from Mississauga, Cantin and Shugg Traded to the Majors
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“As an organization, we felt that it was important to look towards the future and these picks will secure the future of the team. I can’t thank Shuggie and Cants enough for what they’ve brought to this organization. They are first-class young men and we were fortunate to have them as part of the Windsor Spitfires. We wish them the best of luck in Mississauga as the Majors will host the MasterCard Memorial Cup in 2011,” said Warren Rychel.
(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manger Warren Rychel today announced that the Spitfires have acquired a second round pick in each of the 2013, 2015 and 2016 OHL Priority Selections as well as a conditional 15th round choice in 2014 from the Mississauga St. Michael’s Majors.
In exchange, the Spitfires have sent forward Justin Shugg and defenceman Marc Cantin to the Majors.
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| Sugg #44 celbrates during Game Four of the 2010 OHL Finals. Photo by Jack Rosenberg In Play! Magazine |
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| Cantin #11 heats his hands up on the on J. Ross Robertson Cup after Game Four of the 2010 OHL Finals. Photo by Jack Rosenberg In Play! Magazine |
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
Spitfires Sign 2010 Fourth Round Pick Bryan Deeley to an OHL Contract
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(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manager Warren Rychel today announced the signing of U.S. defenceman Bryan Deeley, Windsor’s fourth round pick, 73rd overall in the 2010 OHL Priority Selection to an OHL contract and education package.
Deeley, a 16 year-old right defenceman is listed at 5’11” and 170 pounds, and played 65 games for the Syracuse Jr. Nationals U-16 Minor Midgets of the U.S. Eastern Junior Hockey League. He scored 14 goals while registering 31 points for the Nationals last season.
“We are excited to add Bryan to our organization and he will be a big part of our team’s future. I like his tenacity and hardnosed approach to the game. Bryan will attend our training camp next week and we look forward to having him in Windsor for the next four seasons,” said Warren Rychel.
(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manager Warren Rychel today announced the signing of U.S. defenceman Bryan Deeley, Windsor’s fourth round pick, 73rd overall in the 2010 OHL Priority Selection to an OHL contract and education package.
Deeley, a 16 year-old right defenceman is listed at 5’11” and 170 pounds, and played 65 games for the Syracuse Jr. Nationals U-16 Minor Midgets of the U.S. Eastern Junior Hockey League. He scored 14 goals while registering 31 points for the Nationals last season.
“We are excited to add Bryan to our organization and he will be a big part of our team’s future. I like his tenacity and hardnosed approach to the game. Bryan will attend our training camp next week and we look forward to having him in Windsor for the next four seasons,” said Warren Rychel.
Thursday, August 19, 2010
IIHF Approves Khokhlachev Transfer to the Spitfires
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(Windsor) The Windsor Spitfires today announced that the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) has approved the transfer of Russian centre Alexander Khokhlachev to play for the Spitfires. The Windsor Spitfires selected Khokhlachev with the 23rd pick in the 2010 CHL Import Draft. Khokhlachev is eligible and highly ranked for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The 16 year-old, 5’10” 172 pound Khokhlachev played last season with Moscow Spartak and led Russia in scoring with five goals and eight assists in six games en route to finishing second overall in scoring and being named to the all-tournament team at the 2010 World Under-17 Tournament in Timmins, ON.
“A lot of things had to come together to make this happen and the Spitfires are very thankful to all those who were involved. We are excited to have Alexander join us in Windsor and are ecstatic that he is now part of our organization. He has three years of eligibility to play with our club and his offensive talent will be noticed right away. Alexander is a pure goal scorer who was one of the most renowned players in Russia when he played for Moscow Spartak and will be an impact player in our league,” said Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manager Warren Rychel.
Khokhlachev will be attending the Windsor Spitfires’ upcoming training camp from August 31st to September 2nd, 2010 and will be available to media for interviews at a later date to be announced.
(Windsor) The Windsor Spitfires today announced that the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) has approved the transfer of Russian centre Alexander Khokhlachev to play for the Spitfires. The Windsor Spitfires selected Khokhlachev with the 23rd pick in the 2010 CHL Import Draft. Khokhlachev is eligible and highly ranked for the 2011 NHL Entry Draft.
The 16 year-old, 5’10” 172 pound Khokhlachev played last season with Moscow Spartak and led Russia in scoring with five goals and eight assists in six games en route to finishing second overall in scoring and being named to the all-tournament team at the 2010 World Under-17 Tournament in Timmins, ON.
“A lot of things had to come together to make this happen and the Spitfires are very thankful to all those who were involved. We are excited to have Alexander join us in Windsor and are ecstatic that he is now part of our organization. He has three years of eligibility to play with our club and his offensive talent will be noticed right away. Alexander is a pure goal scorer who was one of the most renowned players in Russia when he played for Moscow Spartak and will be an impact player in our league,” said Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manager Warren Rychel.
Khokhlachev will be attending the Windsor Spitfires’ upcoming training camp from August 31st to September 2nd, 2010 and will be available to media for interviews at a later date to be announced.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Over $2,000 Raised for Charity by RMBA at Spitfires vs. Media and Celebrity Charity Softball 3 Pitch Classic
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August 13th, 2010
Spitfires Win 15-11
(Windsor) The Windsor Spitfires were honoured to partner with the Riverside Minor Baseball Association (RMBA) in the 2nd annual Spitfires vs. Media/Celebrity Charity Softball 3 Pitch Classic this past Friday at Riverside Minor Baseball Park in Windsor. The home run derby and game were both filled with exciting moments and amazing plays made by both sides with Team Spitfire avenging last year’s defeat to the opposing side, as they evened the series with a 15-11 win. Spitfire players Adam Henrique, Cam Fowler, Kenny Ryan, Zack Kassian, Stephen Johnston, Patrick Murphy and Mitch Dunning joined the Voice of the Spitfires, Mike Miller and Spits staff members Meghan Czerwieniec, Lynne Rozario and J.R. Grant who all proudly represented Team Spitfire.
The Media/Celebrity team was filled with talent and some of the finest and hard working people in the city. Their roster included Robert Scussolin, Dom Papa, Bill Kelso of TV COGECO, Bob Bellacicco of the A-Channel, Paul MacDonald and Chuck Mady representing AM800, Jugo Iloski of CFTV Leamington, Stuart Galloway – Spitfire Game Operations Producer and Owner of Galloway Show Productions, Mark Knight – Windsor Spitfires Game Announcer and Owner of Happy Feet Record Spinners, Brooke Pashley – Spitfires Game Night Announcer and TV COGECO personality, "Shoeless" Joe Bertochi and Jennifer (867-5309) MacPherson from In Play! Magazine and Tim "The Truth" Fairhurst from Biz X Magazine rounding out the roster for the opposing side.
During the home run derby, RMBA offered to donate $200 to local charities this year for every home run hit during the competition. Patrick Murphy of Team Spitfire put on a display never seen before at this event, as he hit a record five home runs during the competition while Stephen Johnston of Team Spitfire also hit two mammoth blasts. The seven home runs hit by the Spits raised $1,400 through RMBA and $655 in donations were collected at the game from fans in attendance, for a grand total of $2,055 to be distributed by RMBA to local charities.
To close out the evening, Team Spitfire and the Media/Celebrity Team put on display for fans in attendance and played a game that will not soon be forgotten. Team Spitfire came out of the gate strong and took a 9-0 lead after two innings of play. Not to be outdone, the Media/Celebrity squad held the Spits scoreless in the third and fourth innings, while putting together a two-run third inning and tacking on eight runs in the fourth to storm back and take a shocking 10-9 lead midway through the game.
After each team was unable to score in the fifth and sixth innings, Team Spitfire played with urgency and desperation as they scored three runs in both the seventh and eighth while holding the media to one run in the final three innings. Team Spitfire emerged with a 15-11 win on the strength of three home runs achieved by Derek Lanoue, Patrick Murphy and Adam Henrique.
The win evened the Spitfires vs. Media/Celebrity series at one game apiece. With this year’s win, the A-Channel’s Bob Bellacicco will now be forced to serve as the Spitfires “gopher” for an entire day in the upcoming season, following a bet made between him and Spitfires forward Kenny Ryan on who would win the game.
Patrick King, the official CHL correspondent of Sportsnet.ca played on the Media/Celebrity Team and offered his thoughts on what they were up against in the game, "The Spitfires were just too much for us to handle. They came at us with unrelenting waves of attack throughout the lineup. From Patrick Murphy's exquisite plate presence to the dynamic duo of Cam Fowler and Stephen Johnston through the middle of the defence, this was truly a force the Media All-Stars could not overcome. We look forward to our re-match next summer where we will look to take back the overall series lead. The only positive from tasting defeat will be seeing Bob Bellacicco pick up pucks for the Spits at a team practice, this should be hilarious!”
A dejected Bob Bellacicco reminisced on what might have been for the Media/Celebrity Team, “After a big 8 run inning I thought we had them but to their credit the Spits came back. I’m sure Kenny Ryan will enjoy making me fetch pucks and put away sticks as I fulfill my end of the lost bet. I look forward to the rematch next summer! You know what they say about paybacks”.
The Spitfires look forward to participating in the game again next summer and would to thank Bill Kell and Tim Hamilton from Riverside Minor Baseball Association, all of the Spitfire fans in attendance as well as members of the Media/Celebrity team for their efforts in making this event a huge success!
August 13th, 2010
Spitfires Win 15-11
(Windsor) The Windsor Spitfires were honoured to partner with the Riverside Minor Baseball Association (RMBA) in the 2nd annual Spitfires vs. Media/Celebrity Charity Softball 3 Pitch Classic this past Friday at Riverside Minor Baseball Park in Windsor. The home run derby and game were both filled with exciting moments and amazing plays made by both sides with Team Spitfire avenging last year’s defeat to the opposing side, as they evened the series with a 15-11 win. Spitfire players Adam Henrique, Cam Fowler, Kenny Ryan, Zack Kassian, Stephen Johnston, Patrick Murphy and Mitch Dunning joined the Voice of the Spitfires, Mike Miller and Spits staff members Meghan Czerwieniec, Lynne Rozario and J.R. Grant who all proudly represented Team Spitfire.
The Media/Celebrity team was filled with talent and some of the finest and hard working people in the city. Their roster included Robert Scussolin, Dom Papa, Bill Kelso of TV COGECO, Bob Bellacicco of the A-Channel, Paul MacDonald and Chuck Mady representing AM800, Jugo Iloski of CFTV Leamington, Stuart Galloway – Spitfire Game Operations Producer and Owner of Galloway Show Productions, Mark Knight – Windsor Spitfires Game Announcer and Owner of Happy Feet Record Spinners, Brooke Pashley – Spitfires Game Night Announcer and TV COGECO personality, "Shoeless" Joe Bertochi and Jennifer (867-5309) MacPherson from In Play! Magazine and Tim "The Truth" Fairhurst from Biz X Magazine rounding out the roster for the opposing side.
During the home run derby, RMBA offered to donate $200 to local charities this year for every home run hit during the competition. Patrick Murphy of Team Spitfire put on a display never seen before at this event, as he hit a record five home runs during the competition while Stephen Johnston of Team Spitfire also hit two mammoth blasts. The seven home runs hit by the Spits raised $1,400 through RMBA and $655 in donations were collected at the game from fans in attendance, for a grand total of $2,055 to be distributed by RMBA to local charities.
To close out the evening, Team Spitfire and the Media/Celebrity Team put on display for fans in attendance and played a game that will not soon be forgotten. Team Spitfire came out of the gate strong and took a 9-0 lead after two innings of play. Not to be outdone, the Media/Celebrity squad held the Spits scoreless in the third and fourth innings, while putting together a two-run third inning and tacking on eight runs in the fourth to storm back and take a shocking 10-9 lead midway through the game.
After each team was unable to score in the fifth and sixth innings, Team Spitfire played with urgency and desperation as they scored three runs in both the seventh and eighth while holding the media to one run in the final three innings. Team Spitfire emerged with a 15-11 win on the strength of three home runs achieved by Derek Lanoue, Patrick Murphy and Adam Henrique.
The win evened the Spitfires vs. Media/Celebrity series at one game apiece. With this year’s win, the A-Channel’s Bob Bellacicco will now be forced to serve as the Spitfires “gopher” for an entire day in the upcoming season, following a bet made between him and Spitfires forward Kenny Ryan on who would win the game.
Patrick King, the official CHL correspondent of Sportsnet.ca played on the Media/Celebrity Team and offered his thoughts on what they were up against in the game, "The Spitfires were just too much for us to handle. They came at us with unrelenting waves of attack throughout the lineup. From Patrick Murphy's exquisite plate presence to the dynamic duo of Cam Fowler and Stephen Johnston through the middle of the defence, this was truly a force the Media All-Stars could not overcome. We look forward to our re-match next summer where we will look to take back the overall series lead. The only positive from tasting defeat will be seeing Bob Bellacicco pick up pucks for the Spits at a team practice, this should be hilarious!”
A dejected Bob Bellacicco reminisced on what might have been for the Media/Celebrity Team, “After a big 8 run inning I thought we had them but to their credit the Spits came back. I’m sure Kenny Ryan will enjoy making me fetch pucks and put away sticks as I fulfill my end of the lost bet. I look forward to the rematch next summer! You know what they say about paybacks”.
The Spitfires look forward to participating in the game again next summer and would to thank Bill Kell and Tim Hamilton from Riverside Minor Baseball Association, all of the Spitfire fans in attendance as well as members of the Media/Celebrity team for their efforts in making this event a huge success!
Monday, August 16, 2010
Windsor Spitfires Acquire Zack MacQueen from the Sarnia Sting
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(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manger Warren Rychel today announced that the Spitfires have acquired centre Zack MacQueen from the Sarnia Sting. In his rookie season with the Sting, MacQueen scored 11 goals and added 12 assists for 23 points during the 2009-2010 campaign.
In exchange, the Spitfires have sent a 12th round pick to the Sting for the 2011 OHL Priority Selection.
“We’re glad to add a player of Zack’s calibre to our team. He can play all three forward positions and also in every game situation. In our head to head matchups with the Sting this past season, he was one of their best players game in and game out and we look forward to welcoming Zack to Windsor,” said Warren Rychel.
Zack MacQueen
Position: Centre
Shot: Right Height: 5’9”
Weight: 165 lbs Hometown: Sarnia, ON
Season GP G A PTS PIM +/-
2009-2010 Regular Season 63 11 12 23 70 -16
(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires Vice-President and General Manger Warren Rychel today announced that the Spitfires have acquired centre Zack MacQueen from the Sarnia Sting. In his rookie season with the Sting, MacQueen scored 11 goals and added 12 assists for 23 points during the 2009-2010 campaign.
In exchange, the Spitfires have sent a 12th round pick to the Sting for the 2011 OHL Priority Selection.
“We’re glad to add a player of Zack’s calibre to our team. He can play all three forward positions and also in every game situation. In our head to head matchups with the Sting this past season, he was one of their best players game in and game out and we look forward to welcoming Zack to Windsor,” said Warren Rychel.
Zack MacQueen
Position: Centre
Shot: Right Height: 5’9”
Weight: 165 lbs Hometown: Sarnia, ON
Season GP G A PTS PIM +/-
2009-2010 Regular Season 63 11 12 23 70 -16
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Spitfires’ Goaltender Jack Campbell Backstops the U.S to a 6-3 Victory over Sweden in Junior Evaluation Camp
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**(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires and Team USA goaltender Jack Campbell stopped 24 of 27 shots as the U.S Under-20 National Team defeated Sweden’s Under-20 squad 6-3 earlier today as part of the 2010 USA National Junior Evaluation Camp in Lake Placid, NY. Today’s game marked the first of four games to be played by Team USA, as they will play Team Sweden and Team Finland twice in the series.
Campbell was one of 28 players retained by Team USA after their first set of cuts yesterday, which saw the team release 14 players from its original roster of 42. The 28 remaining players are competing for a spot on the U.S National Junior Team that will participate in the 2011 International Ice Hockey Federation World Junior Championship Dec. 26, 2010 – Jan. 5, 2011 in Buffalo, NY.
**(Windsor) Windsor Spitfires and Team USA goaltender Jack Campbell stopped 24 of 27 shots as the U.S Under-20 National Team defeated Sweden’s Under-20 squad 6-3 earlier today as part of the 2010 USA National Junior Evaluation Camp in Lake Placid, NY. Today’s game marked the first of four games to be played by Team USA, as they will play Team Sweden and Team Finland twice in the series.
Campbell was one of 28 players retained by Team USA after their first set of cuts yesterday, which saw the team release 14 players from its original roster of 42. The 28 remaining players are competing for a spot on the U.S National Junior Team that will participate in the 2011 International Ice Hockey Federation World Junior Championship Dec. 26, 2010 – Jan. 5, 2011 in Buffalo, NY.
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