Clones Announced Training Camp Roster, Sign Rookie

                                                                BRAD SCHROEDER

The Cyclones announced their Training Camp roster today which features 17 players. The Cyclones also came to terms with Rookie defenseman,  Brad Schroeder. Schroeder a 6'3 defenseman played the last four years at University of Princeton. He played 106 games in his college career and was All-ECAC twice. "He has the potential to be very good at this level. He's very defensive-minded and he's a good person." Clones' head coach, Jarrod Skalde said.

Sam D'Agostino played three seasons at the NCAA level with UMASS-AMHEARST and UMASS-LOWELL registering four points in 46 games. Sam is 6'0 200 pounds.

6'2 190 pound forward, Eric Salias also was invited to Traning camp after four seasons at Brown University playing in 71 games for the Bears amassing 22 points in his four years. He spent time in the USHL with Cyclone teammate, Kevin Roeder before arriving at Brown.

Defenseman, Mark Van Vliet who played 6 games as a Cyclone in 2009 scoring one goal spent his 2009-10 season in the SPHL (Southern Professional Hockey League) with the Knoxville Ice Bears playing in 51 games scoring 10 goals and collected 27 assists for 37 points in those 51 games. While also racking up 58 penalty minutes.

Defenseman, Ryan Hitchcock comes to Traning Camp from Marian College where he played three seasons of Varsity hockey. Playing in 83 games during his career the 6'2 defenseman scored 8 Goals and registered 17 Assists for 25 Points. Hitchcock also played for the Witchita Wildcats where Clones' forward Anthony Iquatino played last season.

The Cyclones also invited goalies, Tom Nischan and Cincinnati native, Justin Axelson to camp.

Irish Rookie signs, Six sent to AHL Camps

The Cincinnati Cyclones announced today that they have agreed to terms with Rookie, Chris Minella. Chris spent the last for seasons in the NCAA CCHA with the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. Minella played in 113 games in his college career scoring 12 goals and had 21 assists for 33 points. Chris was a three-time NCAA Tournament participant and was on the 2008 Notre Dame team that played in the NCAA National Championship. Cyclones defenseman, Brock Sheahan spent two seasons with Minella at Notre Dame. "He's a strong kid, out of a good program. I have only heard good things about how he competes and his willingness to play in the tough areas." Said head coach, Jarrod Skalde.

The Cyclones also sent six players to AHL Training Camps today. Ryan Del Monte, Brian O'Hanley and Matt Pierce all went to the Clones' AAA Affiliate in Rochester with former Clones' Head Coach, Chuck Weber. Defenseman J.C. Sawyer was sent to the Clones' other AAA Affiliate the Milwaukee Admirals. Chris Morehouse was sent to the Peoria Rivermen AHL camp while Brock Sheahan was sent to camp with the Manitoba Moose.

Aubin, Roeder and Sheahan brother sign.

The Cyclones continued thier pursuit of a 2010-11 championship as they signed three more key players for this season today to contracts. Two-Time Kelly Cup Champ, Mathieu Aubin resigned as did 2010 Kelly Cup Champ, Kevin Roeder. Brock Sheahan's younger brother Brodie also agreed to a deal.

Mathieu will play his fourth season in Cincinnati amassing 100 points in 94 games. Mathieu was re-aquired by the Cyclones in late March last season for Mark Voakes (Now in Greenville) and Scott Marcashi. Mat skated in 9 regular season games for the Clones' and 24 during the Kelly Cup run scoring 3 goals and collecting 10 assists. "Mathieu will provide us with some offense. He has a winning attitude, and is acustomed to success. The more guys like that in our locker room, the better we are." Said, Jarrod Skalde.

Brodie Sheahan comes to the Cyclones joining his brother Brock after four years at Holy Cross College. Brodie had atleast 10 goals in his final three seasons with the Crusaders. His best season came as a Sophomore with 13 goals and 20 assists. "Brodie will adapt easily from the college level. He is very excited to start his pro career and having his brother here makes that transition even easier." Said head coach, Jarrod Skalde.

Kevin Roeder will return for his second season with the Clones'. Last year, Kevin was marred by injuries but did manage 5 points in his very short season. Roeder played 152 games as a Miami RedHawk in his four years and was a team captain for the National Championship game in 2009 against Boston University. Head Coach, Jarrod Skalde said, " He is a fierce competitor. It excites me how stable he can be on our blue line. He plays fearless back on defense and that's always a plus."

4 Kelly Cup Rings return for 2010-11

The Cincinnati Cyclones proud members of the ECHL and affiliates of the Florida Panthers and Nashville Predators announced today that Forwards, Scott Reynolds, Matt Pierce and Ryan Del Monte will return for the 2010-11 season.

Reynolds will enter his fourth season with the Cyclones, claming two Kelly Cup Championships in those seasons. Last year, Reynolds finished third on the Clones' in points with 56 points (23 Goals 33 Assists) in 70 games. "Scott is a going to provide a veteran presence in the locker room. He is very familiar with the organization and has had great success winning two Championships. I couldn't be happier." Said head coach, Jarrod Skalde.

Matt Pierce spent his rookie season with the Cyclones as an ECHL ALL-STAR notting 28 goals with 22 assists for 50 points in 60 games with the Clones'. Matt led the American Conference in the All-Star game with 3 assists. "He has a tramendous future ahead of him. He is a great competitor and had a great season last year. He will do very well at Rochester's camp and we look forward to seeing him back here." Said head coach, Jarrod Skalde.

Ryan Del Monte came over to the Cyclones last season in a trade with the now defunct Johnstown Chiefs for Bryan Marshall. Del Monte played in 46 games with the Clones' tallying 27 points (9 Goals 18 Assists) and 42 PIM. "We feel like he has more offensive potential than what we saw last year. This really should be a breakout season for Ryan. He can do a lot of things on the ice that is going to help our team." Said, Jarrod Skalde.

ECHL Defenseman Of The Year, Sawyer signs. Sloane agrees to deal

The Cincinnati Cyclones Proud Members of the ECHL and affiliates of the Florida Panthers and Nashville Predators announced today that, ECHL Defenseman of the Year; JC Sawyer has agreed to a contract for 2010-11. Sawyer played last season for the Cyclones north rival, Toledo Walleye. In 68 games with the Walleye, Sawyer had 21 goals and 38 assists for 59 Points leading all ECHL defenseman. "J.C. is a very dynamic player, He should solidify our Power Play." Said, Cyclones Head Coach Jarrod Skalde.

Also agreeing to a deal was Defenseman, David Sloane. Sloane a second year pro spent most of his Rookie season in the AHL with the Adirondack Phantoms. Logging 20 games with the Phantoms and also appearing in the Stanley Cup Playoffs with the Philadelphia Flyers against the New York Rangers.

Cyclones trade Brett Motherwell and Future Considerations to Utah

The Cyclones announced today that they have traded defenseman Brett Motherwell to the Utah Grizzlies along with future considerations for forward Dylan Hunter. Dylan comes to the Cyclones after playing in 43 games with the Griz' last season scoring 18 goals and 35 assists for 53 points. He also logged 19 games last season in the AHL with Rochester and Milwaukee who are AHL affiliates of the Clones. This is just a trade of the ECHL rights to both players as Motherwell and Hunter both are mulling over AHL contracts. Hunter played 5 seasons in the OHL with the London Knights. In his final two years of Major Junior, Hunter had 231 points in 129 games. His father is 20-year NHL veteran Dale Hunter.

O' Hanley, Higgins, Morehouse, Iaquatino, Krantz signed for 2010-11

The Cincinnnati Cyclones have been busy at it in September agreeing to contracts with 5 more players to the roster for 2010-11. Brian O'Hanley resigned early in September, Brian was a staple of the Cyclones defense in 2009-10. Chris Morehouse played in 34 games tallying 4 goals and 4 assists while also spending 118 minutes inside the penalty box. Doug Krantz missed a good part of the 2009-10 season but in his 12 games, Krantz had 9 points. Welcoming rookies into the fold for the Clones' are Jonathan Higgins out of the University of Vermont where he played four seasons. Anthony Iaquatino played parts of his Jr. career in the OHL and in the USA NAHL. Iqauatino had 18 fighting majors last season which led the NAHL while scoring 20 goals with 14 assists for the Motor City Machine.