Lisoway commits to U of M

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Published on Wednesday, May 4, 2016

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By Eoin Devereux

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Quintin Lisoway of Neepawa, is among a trio of new players who will suit up for the University of Manitoba Bisons next season. Lisoway, along with Kamerin Nault of the MJHL’s Winnipeg Blues and Nick Zajac of Western Hockey League’s Saskatoon Blades, all formally committed to the hockey program on Friday, Apr. 29.

In a media release, Bisons head coach Mike Sirant said that these are very important signings that will help the Bisons take the next steps towards a championship season.

“Nick, Kamerin, and Quintin are outstanding two-way players that will bring offensive skill combined with a very high compete level, grit and solid defensive play to the Bisons,” said Sirant. “These guys are committed to winning and will each have highly successful CIS careers with the Bisons.”

Lisoway noted in the U of M press release that he’s very excited about joining the Bisons.

“[The Bisons] have an excellent program and a great group of core players so I'm excited for what's to come,” said Lisoway. “The decision to commit to the University of Manitoba was an easy one. Not only will it be competitive hockey, but I will also get a top-notch education from a highly regarded school.”

Lisoway played three seasons (2012-2015) with the WHL’s Brandon Wheat Kings and split the 2015-2016 season between the Acadie-Bathurst Titan of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League and the Steinbach Pistons of the Manitoba Junior Hockey League. He registered three points (one goal - two assists) in 20 games with the Acadie-Bathurst and 33 points (18-15) in 27 games with the Pistons. During the MJHL playoffs, Lisoway added 16 points (eight goals - eight assists) in 16 post-season games.