Fast forward to Fife for the new EIHL campaign

New signing Shawn Cameron has joined Fife Flyers (Pic by Central Canada Hockey League)New signing Shawn Cameron has joined Fife Flyers (Pic by Central Canada Hockey League)
New signing Shawn Cameron has joined Fife Flyers (Pic by Central Canada Hockey League)
Fife Flyers have added another new forward to the roster just weeks before the 2022-23 season faces off.

Shawn Cameron comes to the Kirkcaldy club on the back of two seasons with Greenville Swamp Rabbits in the ECHL.

The 26-year-old will make his UK hockey debut when the EIHL faces off at the start of September.

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He joins a new-look roster with just three of last season’s imports returning.

Only netminder Shane Owen, defenceman Jonas Emmerdahl, and forward Chris Lawrence, have been retained so far from the line-up which slumped to a tenth and last placed finish in a hugely disappointing campaign last season.

Cameron, from Sherbrooke, Quebec City, made the decision to turn professional after four years starring with Rochester Institute of Technology.

As a junior, the player led the CCHL in goals and points in season 2015-16 icing with Cumberland Grads.

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In a further string to his bow, he was also named the league’s MVP.

His two seasons with the Swamp Rabbits also saw him called to the AHL to ice with Utica Comets and Springfield Thunderbirds.

Jeff Hutchins, Flyers’ associate coach, complimented Cameron by describing him as a fast skating forward.

He added: “He creates offense through his speed. Although a winger, Shawn can also step into the middle when needed.

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“He is very good on the penalty kill and will add offense on the power play. He is coming off a difficult season and is eager to get his game back to its best.

“We are fortunate to get him after two years under contract in the AHL. We look forward to working with Shawn in the coming weeks.”

The player is looking forward to his move to Scotland.

“Much of the Cameron roots can be traced back to Scotland, so my family and I are excited to take on this challenge in a place that already feels like home,” he said.

“I am excited for this season and for the opportunity to be joining a team with such history.

“Looking for a bounce back season myself, signing with the underdog made the most sense."

“I am ready to make an immediate impact offensively with my speed and help the Flyers get a playoff spot.”

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