The Eagles Sign John Chiapperino:

"John is a versatile player who can play defense and forward,” said Keith McAdams, General Manager of the Varkaus Eagles. He will serve as a utility defenseman and forward. This will be a big step up for him, but I am sure he will develop and thrive here. I have known John for 10 years; he is character guy who will make the best of his opportunities. I needed a guy who could fill the role of playing defense, but could jump in and play forward. John will fill this role and do good job."

The management made a decision to only sign 22 players this season. This mean every player will dress for every game. IIFC rules allow teams to dress 22 players per game. The Eagles are counting on the WHA to develop and supply players during the season. The Eagles also have the ability to use 5 Finnish players on a temporary base to replace players who are released or injured. Last year we did not have the ability to replace players during the season," said Keith McAdams. "This season we have the resources to replace players who are not performing in school or on the ice."

Name: John Chiapperino Birth Date: 09-1990 Shot: L Position: Defenseman Height: 5-9 Weight: 165

Career Statistics for John Chiapperino
Season Team League Game Goal Assist Point Pen PMin SA Save GAA Sv% 07/08 New Jersey Rockets MJHL 29 4 5 9 113 06/07 New Jersey Rockets AJHL & MJHL 31 0 7 7 69

Contact Information:

Keith McAdams, General Manager Varkaus Eagles: KeithMcAdams@VarkausEagles.com
Ricky Smith President WHA: smith@officialwha.com
Gary Scott, Vice President of Operations: gssports@shaw.ca

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Red Star-Sofia :( Bulgaria) www.redstarsofia.com/
World Hockey Association: (Canada) www.officialwha.com/