News release
9 October 2007
ELMIRA, NY The Elmira Jackals, proud member of the ECHL, announced today that left wing Dan Veenema and defenseman Andrew Morris have been released by the club. The Jackals now have 26 active players (ammended from 23 in the original release) in their training camp and one goaltender, Joel Martin, still on recall with Binghamton (AHL).
Veenema, 21, made the Jackals regular season roster last year after coming out of the First Pro Placement Camp held by the club. His hard work and determined play made him a fan favorite and in the process, Veenema scored six goals and totaled 18 points in 55 contests.
Morris, 26, is a familiar name to college hockey fans in the area as he was a four-year letter winner at Elmira College. The former Soaring Eagles defender turned pro last fall when he signed with Jacksonville of the Southern Professional Hockey League. In 46 regular season games with the Barracudas, Morris posted 7+22=29 totals with 68 PIM. He added a pair of assists in eight playoff contests.
Dont forget to register today for the 2nd Annual Golf with the Jackals Tournament coming up Sunday, October 14th, at Mark Twain Golf Course. Space is filling up fast so dont miss out!!! A great day of golf, mingling with the 2007-08 Elmira Jackals, and a buffet dinner following the days activities.