February 14, 2010

Richards Shifts from College to Pro Ranks

The following article featuring former Yale standout Alec Richards appeared in the February 14 issue of the Toledo Blade.

 

By MARK MONROE
BLADE SPORTS WRITER

While Chris Robertson took the junior hockey route in search of his National Hockey League dreams, Alec Richards' journey followed an Ivy League path.

Richards, a rookie goaltender from Minnesota, was recruited by Yale University. He played four years at the prestigious institution that does not offer athletic scholarships.

Now 22, Richards is in his first year playing pro hockey for the Toledo Walleye. He said adjusting to an abundance of newly found free time can be a tough task.

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