Sound Tigers Ink Yale Star

The Bridgeport Sound Tigers have signed Yale star Ryan Hitchcock to an
Amateur Tryout (ATO) contract. 

BRIDGEPORT—The Bridgeport Sound Tigers added a little local flavor today when they the signing Yale star Ryan Hitchcock to an Amateur Tryout (ATO) contract. Hitchcock, a 5-10, 180-lb. forward, tallied a career-high 20 points (seven goals, 13 assists) in 31 games this season while serving as Yale's captain during this, his senior campaign.

A Manhasset, N.Y., native—another natural match as the Sound Tigers are the AHL affiliate of the New York Islanders—Hitchcock, 21, recorded 68 points (21 goals, 47 assists) and a plus-10 rating in 103 career games with the Bulldogs, including a career-high eight goals in 2014-15. Hitchcock also led all newcomers with 15 points that season, and earned the Martin Dwyer III Award as Yale's rookie MVP.

In addition, Hitchcock helped Team USA capture a Bronze Medal at the 2015 U20 World Junior Championships, and led Team USA to a Gold Medal at the 2014 U18 World Junior Championships. Prior to attending Yale, he skated in the U.S. National Development Program from 2012-14 and played bantam hockey with the Long Island Gulls.

• On Deck: The Sound Tigers conclude a four-game road trip tomorrow with a 7:05 p.m. matchup against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at PPL Center. Fans can follow all of the live action via the Sound Tigers Radio Network and AHL Live, beginning with the pre-game show at 6:45 p.m.

* ComiConn Night: Your favorite comic book characters and superheroes will take over Webster Bank Arena this Saturday when the Sound Tigers host ComiConn Night against the Lehigh Valley Phantoms at 7:30 p.m. In addition, a portion of ticket sales and concessions proceeds will benefit Make-A-Wish Connecticut to help grant future wishes for kids in the state. Click here for more information or to purchase a special ComiConn Night package.

* Pucks ‘N Paws: Fans are invited to bring their four-legged fans to the WBA this Sunday when they will face the Springfield Thunderbirds at 3 p.m. for Pucks 'N Paws Day, presented by VCA Veterinary Referral and Emergency Centers (Shoreline and VREC). In addition, there will be several animal welfare organizations on hand to showcase pets that are available for adoption. Click here for a special ticket offer.

• Bridgeport Regionals This Month: The Webster Bank Arena will serve as host site for the NCAA Bridgeport Hockey Regionals on March 23 and 24. Yale and Fairfield will be the event’s co-hosts. Four teams will compete on the 23rd, with the winners advancing to the Regional Final the next day. Teams and times TBD. The winning team will advance to the Frozen Four to be held the following weekend in St. Paul, Minnesota. Bridgeport Regional two-day packages are now available by clicking HERE.

For further information on tickets or sponsorship opportunities, call (203) 345-2300 or e-mail info@soundtigers.com. For ticket information on group packages, call 203-345-2300 ext. 7. For more information on the Sound Tigers, log on to soundtigers.com, or follow the team on Facebook  and on Twitter.
                                                                                                                                                         —Staff Reports