With a number of new faces, but also key returners, the Nipissing Lakers are poised to get back to the post-season.

Their strength should be on the blueline, with five players back, but also a strong group of newcomers.

Up front, they did lose some offence from graduating players – two of their top three scorers – however, they have replaced them with skilled forwards from the Junior A ranks and have their top three rookie scorers – Kylow Wall, Colby Tower and Gale Lubwele – back in the mix.

When it comes to goaltending, the Lakers should be set and will rely on their third year netminder, Brent Moran, to make an impact and win some games for the team.

Overall, the team is well-suited for the grind of the OUA season and they're poised to find their way back into the post-season.

The Lakers begin the year on the road with a pair of games against Ontario Tech, Friday at 7:30pm and Saturday at 3:30pm in Oshawa.

The team's home opener is next week, Oct. 11 and 12 versus RMC at Memorial Gardens - both game times re 7:30pm.

Captains
Prior to the beginning of the season, the Lakers named their leadership group for the upcoming year.

Local product Danny Desrochers will lead the way, being named captain.

Serving as assistants are fifth year defenceman Harrison Haprer, third year forwarda nd fellow local, Lucas Brown and second year forward Colby Tower.
 
Coach's Quote – Mike McParland
"We are excited by the youth and enthusiasm brought into the team this year with 11 first year players. The positive energy is contagious and we are looking to use that to help get us off to a good start."
 
Key Returnees
Danny Desrochers
Brent Moran
Kylor Wall
Colby Tower

Key Departures
Colin Campbell
Erik Robichaud
Brock Morrison
Dylan Staples

Key Recruits
Mathieu Franche
Devyn Mayea
Jacob Hickey
Jacob Collins
Ben Garagan