^Gusher Fan^ Posted August 24, 2006 Report Posted August 24, 2006 http://www.geocities.com/txwildcatterboosterclub/index.html Beaumont, TX (August 24, 2006) The Texas Wildcatters Hockey Team, ECHL affiliate of the AHL’s Houston Aeros, is pleased to announce the signings of Jason Beeman and Keith McWilliams. The two newest Wildcatters come to Southeast Texas after stints at the end of last season with the Long Beach Ice Dogs under their former coach and current Wildcatters head coach Malcolm Cameron. Beeman, 21, joined Long Beach for the playoffs last season and in seven postseason contests he netted two goals and had three assists for five points with 16 penalty minutes. Before his time in Long Beach , the 5’11’’, 210 pound native of Diamond Bar , CA spent five seasons in the WHL with the Tri-City Americans, accounting for 68 goals and 97 assists for 165 points and 555 penalty minutes in 326 games. He lead Tri-City to the playoffs in four out of his five seasons and was named the team’s unsung hero in 2005-06 when he scored 28 goals and had 30 assists for 58 points in just 60 games. The right winger is a tough gritty player who drives opponents crazy and looks forward to his first full season of professional hockey with the Wildcatters. “I’m excited to get there to Texas ,†said Beeman. “I have never been there before and I can’t wait to start playing. I’m pumped and counting the days down.†Wildcatters Head Coach and Director of Hockey Operations Malcolm Cameron saw Beeman first hand display a knack for scoring big goals during last season’s Kelly Cup Playoffs. “Jason made a major contribution down the stretch and into the playoffs with his tough aggressive style,†said Cameron. “He creates havoc on the ice which in turn creates scoring opportunities.†McWilliams, 23, is a defenseman who spent the last month of the regular season with Long Beach playing in 15 games. He also helped Long Beach on the blue line in seven playoff contests. McWilliams is a good skating defenseman who can jump into the play and create offense with his speed. The 5’11’’, 195 pound native of Valencia , CA attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy , NY . In four seasons of collegiate hockey, he played in 114 games, netting 15 goals and 25 assists for 40 points. Prior to college, McWilliams played two seasons with the Omaha Lancers of the United States Hockey League. Coach Cameron is happy to have McWilliams who is also a very good penalty killer and shot blocker. “Keith is a very versatile defenseman, equally good on the penalty kill as on the rush,†said Cameron. “We are looking for Keith to play the same role he did in college last season. Both these guys are very passionate and hard working, and these are the characteristics that will make the Wildcatters successful this season.†The new-look Wildcatters open their third season on October 20 at Florida , before returning to Ford Arena for their home opener on October 28 against the Pensacola Ice Pilots. Don’t miss any hard-hitting Wildcatters hockey action with the purchase of 2006-07 season tickets. Wildcatters’ season tickets start at just $9 per game and feature numerous benefits including free parking and free merchandise. Group discount plans are also available by calling (409) 951-5500. Wildcatters individual game tickets will be on sale in late September. For the latest ticket and team information, visit the Wildcatters online at www.wildcattershockey.com. -- TEXAS WILDCATTERS--
hockeyfan Posted August 24, 2006 Report Posted August 24, 2006 It's about time that they released these names! Now I wonder when they'll release the other one I've heard about... :wink: http://www.wildcattershockey.com/news/fullstory.php?id=239 First time we've ever had California guys on the team, eh? 8)
KFDM COOP Posted August 24, 2006 Report Posted August 24, 2006 :shock: Like i said the other day, they should do fine with these new guys. 8)
Guest emonarch777 Posted August 24, 2006 Report Posted August 24, 2006 Whats the word on Doug Mcivers?
hockeyfan Posted August 24, 2006 Report Posted August 24, 2006 Whats the word on Doug Mcivers? Nothing right now. :cry: I wish he would come here. He loved this area and the fans here, and was always one to help in the community in Lafayette.
hockeyfan Posted August 24, 2006 Report Posted August 24, 2006 Hockey database profiles: This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up This is the hidden content, please Sign In or Sign Up Beeman seems to be not only a goal-scorer, but a fighter!
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