Carlin commits to Concordia

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Published on Tuesday, May 10, 2016

By Eoin Devereux

The Neepawa Press/Neepawa Banner

Neepawa Natives defensemen Patrick Carlin has committed to Concordia University of Edmonton and its hockey program for the 2016-2017 season. The Concordia Thunder play in the nine team Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC). With Carlin, who is originally from Edmonton, commiting to the Thunder, he joins Austin Hingtgen as the most recent graduating players of the Neepawa Natives, who will pursue college opportunities in the upcoming year.

In a media release announcing his commitment, Carlin expressed gratitude toward both the Neepawa and Concordia organizations. 

“I would like to thank my family, my coaches from minor hockey all the way through junior, the town of Neepawa, my teammates, and my billets (Gluska family). It was a privilege to be a part of the Neepawa Natives organization and I will always appreciate the town and their support of the organization,” said Carlin. “[Moving forward], the opportunity to play for Concordia is a perfect fit for me to be a part of a good young team.”

Concordia head coach Dan Glegloff, said the program is very excited to have a local athlete like Patrick return home. 

“His skating and puck moving abilities will be an asset for our team and he will be part of our strong young core of defensemen. Patrick has also shown a great commitment to academics and leadership and we are sure he will be a valued member of the community at Concordia University of Edmonton,” noted Glegloff.

Carlin proved to be a leader for the Neepawa Natives, both in the community and on the ice over the last two seasons. Serving as one of the assistant captains, he contributed 25 points in 56 games during the MJHL regular season.  Through media release, the Neepawa Natives organization noted that the Carlin played a very important role with the club last season and wished both him and the Concordia Thunder success next year.