Fleury to Address Dutchwomen
SCHENECTADY, NY -- Theoren Fleury is traveling from Calgary,
Alberta to Schenectady, NY and Union College to speak with the
Dutchwomen’s ice hockey team during the weekend of weekend
(Nov. 15-16). The 16-year NHL veteran will spend time with the
coaches, captains and the team before Sunday’s 2 p.m. contest
against RPI and be around following the conclusion for questions
and autographs.
Fleury, who spent 11 years with the Calgary Flames where he won
the Stanley Cup, finished his NHL career with 1,084 points, 455
goals and 633 assists. He played for Colorado, New York and Chicago
before playing at the international level. Fleury was mostly known
for his size and scoring abilities.
Being involved in youth hockey after returning to Canada, Fleury
recognizes the challenges the Dutchwomen face with 12 freshmen, no
athletic scholarships and the demand of attending one of the top
institutions in the country.
Fleury will arrive in the Capital Region on Saturday night and
will meet with the coaches and captain following Union’s 2
p.m. contest at RPI. The following day he will be a guest at the
Dutchwomen’s pre-game meal where he will speak with the team.
After the conclusion of Sunday’s game he will again speak
with the squad in the Garnet Room.
