I just come across tonight that former Vernon Vipers forward, John Digness is calling it quits. It was indicated that John Digness may not return to the Express for the 09-10 season. Well it's official now that he will not be back. Digness has decided to move on with his life. He has enrolled in school at SAIT in Alberta in an engineering program.Digness was recruited by the Vipers and never dissapointed. Let's look at some of his numbers, In Digness's first season in Vernon (2007-08) In 60 games John would collect (10 goals-10 assists-20 points) In 2008-09 Digness would play in just 39 games before being traded to the Express. With Vernon (7 goals-12 assists-19 points) In 18 games with Burnaby (8 goals-13 assists-21 points) John Digness was one of my favorite Vipers, in his two seasons here in Vernon, John always played with his heart on his sleve, giving it 100% every shift. Digness played a very special role with the Vipers, great on the penalty kill, was one of if not Vernons best penalty killer. John played with alot of hustle and gave it his all. Digness was very well liked by his team mates and fans, a true down to earth young man who was always involved with the community. On the day of the big trade, I heard Digness come down to the Vipers office to say goodbye and was a mess, his eyes were so red from crying after hearing the news. I felt especially bad when the Vipers ended up winning the Royal Bank Cup, and John wasnt apart of it. Digness was expected to be a key part of the re-built Express for this coming season & will be missed. Id like to thank John for two great years in a Vipers uniform & wish him all the best with school and whatever he does in life after hockey.
John Digness's Profile and Stat's,
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