SOLENT RETAIN PROSPECT CHARLIE WEDGE
Today, Tuesday 25th June, the Solent Devils are pleased to confirm the return of 21 year old British Forward Charlie Wedge for the 2024-25 season.
The former Solent Junior Devil will continue to be on a two-way contract allowing him to spend time playing for the Devils in NIHL 1 and NIHL 2.
Wedge’s 2023-24 season saw him spend time playing for both Solent Devils teams where he collected a total of 30 points as a forward across 28 games played, making him over a point per game for the year. Charlie was also apart of the Devils playoff run which saw them reach the finals for the second year in a row, with him playing in 3 of the 4 games for the team.
Wedge, who will be entering his 4th season in the club’s system had this to say regarding his return,
It feels amazing to return to Solent for yet another year. The club is simply unmatched.
Charlie went on to reflect on his 2023/24 season,
Having almost half the season off wasn’t ideal however I ended the season pretty strong with still a lot to prove and want to continue that through the next.
Wedge concluded by setting out his goals for next season,
My goals are to help the club win on as many occasions as we can and dominate the league.
I think I speak for everyone at the club when I say we have collectively got a lot to prove and bounce back from.
Head Coach Alex Murray had this to say regarding the retention of this talented prospect,
I’m really pleased to have re- signed Charlie for the 2024-25 season.
Charlie is an excepetional prospect who had a break out year for the NIHL 2 team last season, even though he was out for several months due to injury.
Speaking on the aspects that Charlie brings to the team, Murray went on to say,
His speed and energy is a great asset for our forecheck and he is also very capable of putting the puck in the net.
With the loss of some key forwards, this is a great opportunity for Charlie to solidify a spot in the senior team and I’m looking forward to him taking the opportunity .
Charlie Wedge will continue to wear the #22 jersey for the club for the 2024/25 season.
The Solent Devils are looking for Own and Loan Sponsors for the up coming season as well as Team Sponsors. If you are interested in being involved and supporting the team then please get in touch now by emailing Kerry on devilssupporters@outlook.com
