The Northern Cyclones, proud member of the United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) announced today that National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) captain Jake Sutton has committed to play his collegiate career at SUNY Plattsburgh, an NCAA Division III program out of Plattsburgh, NY.

Over the course of the last two weeks, the American Hockey League (AHL) has announced their end-of-year awards and accolades, recognizing the league's best in a variety of categories. Among those recognized is a former goaltender from the USPHL's Premier Division - Shane Starrett.

Starrett, who is currently plays for the Bakersfield Condors, AHL-affiliate of the Edmonton Oilers, has been named a Second Team All-Star and All-Rookie.

In the description provided by the AHL, Starrett is regarded as one of the top goaltenders the league, playing a pivotal role in Bakersfield punching their ticket to the Calder Cup Playoffs for the first time in franchise history. 

The Bellingham, Mass., native made 42 appearances during the regular season for the Condors, earning a record of 26-7-5. His 2.31 GAA, four shutouts, and 27 victories rank top-three in the league (among qualified goaltenders). Starrett's .918 save percentage was also tied for the league's fifth-best mark.