Matt Colclough backs Devils
The Solent Devils are today pleased to announce that Matt Colclough has signed with them for the 2018/19 season.
Colclough will register with the club but at the moment will only train, unless there was a unique circumstance in which the Devils require Colclough on a game day.
Talking about his role with the Devils, Colclough says
“I still love the game and enjoy being on the ice. Other commitments have taken priority, but having the chance to support the Devils – who are close to home – is perfect for me. Also, I will get to skate regularly with some guys that I grew up playing with, which will be nice.”
Devils head coach, Alex Murray voices his pleasure at having Colclough aboard,
“I’m delighted Matty has joined the Solent Devils organisation for the 2018/19 season. Matt is someone who I have played with for the majority of my hockey career, and we are good friends away from hockey.”
When asked about the role Murray has for Colclough, Murray says
“I always like to train with three goalies, it keeps the intensity high and allows goalies a chance to reflect on drills and then implement their reflection into the next drill. When we spoke in the summer, Matty mentioned he was not returning to Streatham, I offered him the opportunity to support us in training and I am delighted he has accepted. His experience and knowledge of the game will not only help raise the standards of our own goalies, but also help our players.”
“The Solent Devils have always been a hard working organisation, which I respect,”
says Colclough.
“I can see that people are doing their best to make it the best it can be, and I am happy to be a part of that.”
Colclough will mainly be at training with the Devils, but is determined to make his mark with the team,
“I always practice hard and come to the rink with the right attitude. That is what is needed to make practices enjoyable and the rink a fun place to be, hopefully I can add to what the club already has.”
Colclough is currently without a sponsor and is seeking player sponsorship. If you would be interested in sponsoring any of the Devils, or becoming a team sponsor, please contact devilssupporters@outlook.com
