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Elmira’s Ford and Parrucci Ink Pro Deals

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ELMIRA, N.Y. — Nick Ford ’20 and Anthony Parrucci ’20 of the Elmira College men’s ice hockey team will continue their playing careers this weekend, as the two seniors inked professional contracts.

Ford joined the Florida Everblades of the ECHL, affiliates of the NHL’s Nashville Predators, and Parrucci joined the Pensacola Ice Flyers of the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL).

Ford, a 100-point scorer for the Soaring Eagles and a former AHCA/CCM All-American, will be in action this weekend for the Everblades. Ford is expected to suit up against the Jacksonville Icemen (Feb. 29) and Orlando Solar Bears (Mar. 1). Fans can follow along with both games with live video and audio broadcasts.

Ford had another phenomenal season for the Soaring Eagles in 2019-20, as he led the Purple and Gold with 40 points (13g-27a). Ford’s 27 assists were a team and career high, while his 13 goals tied for the team lead. The New Lenox, Illinois, native was an offensive dynamo during his senior year, scoring at least one point 26 consecutive games. He concluded his collegiate career with 149 points, tied for 14th in EC history, on 63 goals and 86 assists.

Parrucci, a three-year captain for the Elmira men, will also be in action this weekend when the Ice Flyers take on the Peoria Rivermen on February 28 and 29. Fans can following along at home with live streaming video and audio broadcasts.

Parrucci enjoyed the best season of his career statistically with 19 points (13g-6a). His 13 goals were a career high, as were his five power-play goals and four game-winning tallies. His four game-winners led all Elmira skaters this season. Parrucci concluded his collegiate career with 51 points on 26 goals and 25 assists in 106 games played.

Date Matchup Time Follow Live
2/28 Pensacola Ice Flyers at Peoria Rivermen 7:15 p.m. Video & Audio
2/29 Florida Everblades vs. Jacksonville Icemen 7:00 p.m. Video | Audio
2/29 Pensacola Ice Flyers at Peoria Rivermen 8:00 p.m. Video & Audio
3/1 Florida Everblades at Orlando Solar Bears 3:00 p.m. Video | Audio