Skylands Junior Kings Alum, Craig Garrigan, nets his first professional goal of this season with the Dundee Stars

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Skylands Junior Kings Alum, Craig Garrigan, nets his first professional goal of this season with the Dundee Stars. Garrigan, was a player for the Skylands Junior Kings, of the NA3HL, for two seasons prior to his professional career.

The 20-year-old Dundonian brings international experience to the Stars after leading the GB U20 side in the role of assistant captain during the World Junior Championships.

Stars general manager Omar Pacha is delighted to add Craig to the 2018/19 roster commenting, “Craig is a very fast and skillful player that has a lot of potential. He works extremely hard all over the ice and brings a strong asset in his hard shot. I think Craig is a perfect fit for this club. We are looking forward to working together”.

During to his two seasons with the Junior Kings, in the NA3HL, the 5’11’’ foot forward tallied in 131 points in 87 games, scoring 67 goals and adding 64 assists, Craig was the team captain in the 2017-18 season leading his team to the playoffs.

“Garrigan brought so much to the Kings as a player, a captain and an all around great person.”  Head Coach, Adam Mitchell said, “It was great to watch Craig’s progress on and off the ice for the two seasons. He has grown as a leader and shows a lot of passion in his work ethic, in the gym, in skills sessions and practices.  Craig’s offensive skill and hard shot should set him up well for this next level, as well as his speed and competitive attitude.  I was impressed with his willingness to learn and coachability, and it is serving him well at the pro level.“

“We are very proud of the way Craig represented our Skylands Kings organization both locally and internationally and so happy for his success and commitment to the Dundee Stars!” said Rita Mitchell, General Manager for the Kings. “He is a great athlete and team-mate, and the Stars are not disappointed in the acquisition of Garrigan. We wish him the best of luck!”.