Monday, September 11, 2017

Vipers Name Williamson Captain:

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September 11, 2017

Vipers Name 2017-18 Captains

by Vernon Vipers

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VERNON, B.C.  SEPTEMBER 11th, 2017

The Vernon Vipers are proud to announce the leadership group for the 2017-2018 season.

Wearing the ‘C’ this year will be local product and 4-year Viper, Jagger Williamson. The Michigan Tech commit, is a game shy of 150 in the BCHL and is coming off a career high 37 points. He wore an ‘A’ last season and was a key contributor to the leadership of the team alongside last years captain Riley Brandt. Williamson is the first local captain of the team since Dave Robinson in 2010-2011.

Joining Williamson will be Jimmy Lambert, Shane Kelly and Jesse Lansdell.

Jimmy Lambert, who returns for his 20year old season, wore an ‘A’ last season. The Saskatoon product rang up 19 goals last season. Lambert’s ability to make his teammates better is just one of the many attributes he brings to the table. His veteran presence and experience will allow him to help the talented group of younger players on the team.

Shane Kelly was an instrumental part of the team last season and has been rewarded with his hard work and dedication. On the ice, the Orchard Lake, Michigan product, had 3 goals and 9 assists. His defensive play was extremely solid and caught the attention of Air Force, where he will play next season.

Jesse Lansdell joined the Vipers in October of last season and had an immediate impact. As he learned the Viper culture and structure, his play reflected that in his ability to score and defend. The 19 year old from Langley, has had an impressive start to the season with 4 points in 2 games, but also gaining the reputation for a selfless player with a half dozen blocked shots in those games. We would like to congratulate these 4 players on wearing letters this season.

1 comment:

vipersdiehardfan said...

Naming Williamson was automatic! A great choice for captain! A four year veteran-local kid, knows the history of the Vipers and what it takes being a Viper and representing the City of Vernon. Congrats Jagger!

Williamson becomes just the fourth Vernon product to be named captain of the Vipers and the first since David Robinson.

Wishing all four players and the entire Vipers team all the best this season!

Go Vipers Go!

Vernon Vipers Previous Captains:

2016-17 Riley Brandt
2015-16 Colton McCarthy
2014-15 Riley Guenther
2013-14 Ryan Renz
2012-13 Brett Corkey
2011-12 Patrick McGillis
2010-11 David Robinson
2009-10 Kevin Kraus
2008-09 Chris Crowell
2007-08 Chris Crowell
2006-07 Mike Ullrich
2005-06 Andy Zulyniak
2004-05 Mark Nelson
2003-04 Jake Wilkens
2002-03 Chad Murray
2001-02 Jason Williamson
2000-01 Jason Williamson
1999-00 Kori Davison
1998-99 Lennie Rampone
1997-98 Adam Stewart
1996-97 Vic Sharma
1995-96 Jeff Cheeseman