Wednesday, May 19, 2010

St. Lawrence gets commitment from Bandits' Raley

Press Release

The St. Louis Bandits have announced that defenseman Patrick Raley has committed to St. Lawrence University (ECAC) for the coming fall.

He’s the 15th player who competed in January’s NAHL Top Prospects Tournament to commit to a Division I school after the event.

“We’re extremely proud of Patrick for his accomplishments,” said Bandits assistant coach Rocky Russo. “St. Lawrence is an excellent school and he’ll not only be able to continue his hockey career, but also receive a fantastic education.”

Raley, a 20-year-old from Inverness, Ill., totaled three goals for 26 points in 33 regular-season games with the Bandits. He was also a plus-21.

In the postseason, Raley, who joined St. Louis in December, notched a goal and four assists in 13 contests.

“Patrick was a great addition to our program this season and should be a great fit at St. Lawrence,” Russo added. “We wish him all the best.”

(Nathan also is a writer for Maineiacs Post to Post and the Maine Hockey Journal. He can be reached at fourniern@students.nescom.edu)

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