Friday, November 30, 2007

Vipers makesome moves

by Kevin Mitchell of the Vernon Morning Star

“We’re going to take a peak at him today, and if we like what we see, we’ll make the deal with Merritt,” said Ferner, of the 6-foot-3, 215-pounder.

Ferner, who was disappointed with Cumming’s decision to join the Cats after the Kamloops product told him he wanted to play a few years here and earn an NCAA scholarship, released Cumming without getting any compensation.

“I talked to Patrick’s dad and he said Patrick wanted more of the quality ice time to develop quicker. We have identified him as a young player who needs to work on a few things like strength and speed. He’s going to get 25 minutes a game and he’ll be back with us in the future.”

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