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The Ice Dog's have signed Derek Campbell the highest profile import in club history this 2010 season.
With at least 10 years Pro experience amongst the American Hockey League, East Coast Hockey League, United Hockey League and the Elite League in the UK Campbell's resume makes him the highest profile import to date at the Dogs and suggests he will be a force in the Australian Ice Hockey League and certainly worth watching.
Campbell can be considered a rare all-round hockey player that will add firepower upfront given the points he has put up in the Elite league, East Coast Pro, Canadian Major Junior and University hockey. On top of that he is certainly not afraid to drop the gloves if need be.
"Derek can put points on the board and send a message which is something we [the Dogs] feel we have lacked the last couple of seasons" explains Captain Anthony Wilson.
The Nepean, Ontario native from Canada won't be alone as the Ice Dogs have stocked up on import talent this season.
"We are proud to add an import of Derek's calibre to the line up" says Coach Mark Stephenson. "I think he will fit right in with our team, and his experience will be of great benefit to our pursuit for a national title this season".
The addition is not only a big plus for the Dogs but also for the local hockey community who will be able to see a high profile import on a consistent basis which is very important to the growth of the sport and gives the kids another idol they can follow.
Ice Dogs supporters and the Sydney hockey community can get their first glimpse of Derek at the home opening weekend starting May 15th and 16th when the Ice Dogs face the Penrith Bears and Melbourne Ice at the LCC Sports Complex.
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