SHAMROCKS ACQUIRE RIGHTS TO VETERAN GOALIE

Victoria, BC - The Victoria Shamrocks are pleased to announce that the Commissioner of the Western Lacrosse Association has approved a trade between the Shamrocks and the New Westminster Salmonbellies, sending the Shamrocks' 2016 4th Round Draft Pick to the 'Bellies in exchange for the rights to veteran goaltender Matt Roik.

Roik, 35, is a 6’ 5”, 225 lb. goaltender with championship experience – having won a Minto Cup Championship with Burnaby in 2000, and long-term Shamrocks fans will remember his tenure in green and white from 2001 – 2003, including a Mann Cup Championship with the club in 2003.

“Matt is a proven veteran with a wealth of experience,” said General Manager Chris Welch. “We’ve added depth in a key position that needed shoring up. He’s played here before, and he’s a good fit with our current system.”

With 13 years in the National Lacrosse League, and 12 seasons in Senior lacrosse in Canada, Roik gives the Shamrocks another option between the pipes as they look to start their 2015 championship campaign.

Clover Notes:

The Victoria Shamrocks kick off their 2015 campaign at home on May 22nd against the Nanaimo Timberman at 100.3 The Q Centre in Colwood. Don’t miss a minute of the action, and visit victoriashamrocks.com for information on season tickets, flex packs, and group packages.

The countdown to the home opener starts Sun., Mar 15th for the 3rd Annual St. Paddy’s Day Shoot Around. Kids can bring their sticks, gloves and helmets to the outdoor box at 100.3 The Q Centre and shoot around with Shamrocks from the Seniors, Juniors, and Alumni. Admission is free, details online atvictoriashamrocks.com.

Plus, registration is still open for the Shamrocks’ Spring Break Camp Mar 16th – 19th; spaces are available but going quickly for Tyke, Novice, Pee Wee and Bantam players to get a chance to train with their Victoria Shamrocks! Registration is available online at victoriashamrocks.com/community/camps.

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