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Jr. Whalers SEJHL-B Announce NEW Head Coach

By Jr. Whalers, 07/01/10, 1:51PM EDT

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St. Louis native Erik Blase will take over the reins for the Hampton Roads Jr. Whalers SEJHL-B team for the 2010/2011 season.  When asked about coming to Hampton Roads, Blase had this to say: "I'm excited to be part of an organization that has a proven track record of developing players. This is a fantastic opportunity for me to work with an owner and GM who have a strong commitment to running a junior hockey program that stresses integrity and hard work."
 

Blase brings a wealth of experience to the Whalers from Steamboat Springs, CO where he served as the Youth Hockey Director.  He has also served as Varisty assistant coach and JV Head Coach at Lindenwood University as well as an instructor at the Phoenix Coyotes youth hockey camp.  Blase will bring a strong work ethic and passion for the game that will serve the Jr. Whalers well.  "I'm excited to get to work with Tom Winkler, who I have a lot of respect for." said Blase.

Blaze has a fiancee Robin and two dogs (Rooney and Rosie). He golf's and mountain bike's in his free time.


Jr. Whalers SEJHL-B Head Coach