Former Vipers D-Man Statchuk Commits To Red Deer College:

Former Vernon Vipers defenceman Michael Statchuk has committed to Red Deer
College for this coming season. 

Statchuk was recruited by the Vipers played two seasons in Vernon (2012-2014) before being traded on August 11th 2014 to the SJHL North Battleford Stars in exchange for future considerations.  In 114 games with the Vipers Statchuk recorded (3-goals-13-assists-16-points).  In 53 games this season as Captain of the Stars Statchuk picked up (6-goals-18-assists-24-points).

Michael Statchuk's Player Profile:

http://www.eliteprospects.com/player.php?player=85225

This was in the Battlefords Daily Newspaper:

Statchuk to join Fountain in Red Deer next season

Posted on April 22, 2015 by Angie Friedrich in Sports

North Battleford SK., April 22, 2015  – The Battlefords North Stars are pleased to announce that Wadena prospect Michael Statchuk has committed to the Red Deer College Kings Men’s Hockey Program for the 2015-16 season. Statchuk  becomes the second North Star from the 2014-15 roster to join the Kings. Nick Fountain was also accepted into Red Deer College and will play alongside Statchuk during their college hockey careers in the ACAC.

Statchuk completed his final season of junior eligibiltiy with the North Stars after he was acquired in an off-season trade with the Vernon Vipers of the BCHL. In 133 games with the Vipers, Statchuk posted three goals and 14 assists in a shut down role. During his second season with the Vipers, Statchuk played 19 playoff games as the Vipers were the host team of the Royal Bank Cup National Championship.

In his final season with the North Stars, Statchuk played in 53 games and nearly doubled his point production, scoring six goals and adding 20 assists.

Prior to playing junior hockey, Statchuk enjoyed a big season with the Midget AAA Prince Albert Mintos totaling 39 points in 44 games played. Statchuk earned a League First Team All-Star selection and was also awarded the SMAAAHL Top Defenceman Award.

“Michael’s positive attitude, consistent work ethic and leadership will be missed in our dressing room,” stated coach Kevin Hasselberg. “His contribution as captain for our team has prepared returning players and strengthened the leadership in our room moving forward. Michael will undoubtedly be successful in both his academic and athletic pursuits with the Kings’ program.”

On behalf of the North Stars organization, we would like to congratulate Michael and the Statchuk family for this commitment towards his academic and athletic future. With the addition of Statchuk, the Kings will now have six graduated SJHL players on the 2015-16 roster. The North Stars, we would like to thank coach Trevor Keeper and the Red Deer Kings for supporting player development from within the SJHL.

For further information, please contact head coach and general manager Kevin Hasselberg at 306-446-0046 or the North Stars’ office at 306-445-7827.