SOLENT BACK FORSYTH
The Solent Devils are delighted to announce the signing of British forward Luke Forsyth.
Forsyth maybe returning to the ice for his first senior year since Juniors, but has firmly established his reputation as a leading talent in inline, representing GB in the IIHF World Championships in 2015. Forsyth has spent the summer preparing for the season ahead.
When asked why Solent? Forsyth said
Solent is the obvious choice, I have a few close friends at the club and I have a lot of respect for Alex as a player/coach, I’ve really enjoyed skating with some of the guys throughout the summer and I look forward to working together.
Head Coach Murray
I’m really excited to be bringing in Luke this season and I look forward to seeing how he gets on in his first ice season, since a junior.
Luke is no novice, having played inline all his life, his hockey IQ is exceptional and he is very talented on the puck! He has been skating all summer and once he gains more confidence on his feet then he’ll be a really good player at this level.
Posing the question why the change to ice, Forsyth continues
Its something I’ve always wanted to do but never made the change. Mason suggested going along to a summer skate session and I’ve not looked back. I was young when I last played and never gave it my all, my game in inline has changed a lot in that time and I’m intrigued to see how transferable that is to ice.
About the transition, Forsyth adds
It’s going to be tough for sure! Although there’s many similarities it’s a very different game. I hope to bring a new energy and work hard in whatever aspect of the game is needed from me.
Speaking about what he gets from hockey, Forsyth said
I love the game, it gives me a reason to keep active and healthy. I’ve made a lot of lifelong friendships playing the game. When I’m on the rink I love zoning in and only thinking about the game in hand.
Turning to the imminent opening game Forsyth finishes
I’m Looking forward to the transition, developing my game on ice and being part of a hard working team.
Forsyth will ice for the Devils in shirt #77. If you would like to sponsor a Devil or become a team sponsor, contact devilssupporters@outlook.com
