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Stay-Puft
06-12-2006, 02:13 PM
June 12, 2006
KENNEWICK, WA – The Tri-City Americans today are proud to announce the signing of 15-year-old left wing Adam Hughesman to a WHL Education Contract. Hughesman was the Americans second round selection (28th overall) in the 17th annual WHL Bantam Draft on May 4th.

The 5’11”, 175 pound Hughesman is a native of Winnipeg, Manitoba where he played for the Winnipeg (Bantam AAA) Sharks last season. In 29 games, Hughesman had 31 goals, 57 points and 24 penalty minutes. He and fellow teammate Jason Gardiner were the Americans first two picks in the draft. Gardiner signed with the Americans on May 17th.

“We are very pleased to sign Adam,” said Americans governor/general manager Bob Tory. “Adam is a highly skilled player who plays with passion and possesses speed. He has a natural scoring touch and is very proficient in special team situations. He will have a big impact on our team.”