September 27, 2008

Feature: A Clean Slate for Welch

The following article featuring former Harvard standout Noah Welch appeared September 27 on the Florida Panthers Web site.

 

By Dave Joseph

Noah Welch is seeking fulfillment. He admits it’s a journey he thought would have been completed by now.

When he arrived for his first training camp last year with the Panthers, the 6-4 defenseman and former Harvard University captain was prepared to make his mark in the NHL. One of the NCAA’s top defensemen during his four years at Harvard and then a defensive leader at Wilkes-Barre in the American Hockey League (AHL), Welch appeared ready for a breakout season.

“I thought it would be my big year,” Welch, 26, said. “I thought I would establish myself as a regular in this league, as a good defenseman in this league.

Complete article can be accessed via the Panthers Web site by clicking here.