Troy Eagles 2007-08 Season Award Winners

#7 Center - Kevin O’Connell - 39gm – 7g – 12a – 19pts
O’Connell was the Eagles center on the top unit throughout the season, and played on both special teams units as well. At the mid-season All-Star Game, Kevin notched an assist as the lone representative for the Eagles this past season as well. Not measured by points alone, Kevin’s speed and puck control was crucial to the Eagles throughout the season as one of the few assets they had to keep opponents off balance. “OC” was often the target of double teaming and fought through, drawing opponents away and dishing to teammates, attributing to his 12 assists this season. Kevin will be making the jump to the collegiate level next season and join the ranks of Eagles Alumni playing College hockey. More details about Kevin O'Connell.
#17 Wing – Nick Vaughn - 42gm – 10g – 12a – 22pts
Vaughn returned to the Eagles for his final year of junior eligibility and promptly went on to lead them in scoring on the season. Though Vaughn plays a physical game, he proved durable as well by appearing in all 42 games this season, racking up 22 points in all, leading the team in goals with 10, and tied for the team lead in assists with 12. Vaughn began last season with the Eagles but finished the season with the Central Penn Panthers. Vaughn decided to return to Troy to help be a veteran presence for a young team, and new organization to the MET League. Nick proved able both On and Off the ice this season for the Eagles and will be taking his game to the Collegiate Level next season along with several other Eagles. More details about Nick Vaughn.
#16 Defenseman – Scott Brennan – 37gm – 2g – 4a – 6pts
Brennan began the season as an unproven, rookie defenseman. By season’s end however, he would be an Assistant Captain, a dependable physical presence in his own end, and a power play pointmen at the other end. Brennan appeared in 37 games this season putting up 2 goals and 4 assists, and at times, playing through being banged up. Scott’s work ethic at practice paid off as his growth and confidence began to accelerate as the season wore on. Brennan will be returning to the Eagles for the 2008-09 Season and now must take his turn to lend veteran leadership to the incoming Eagles players. More details about Scott Brennan.
#21 Wing – Gary Marshall – 41gm – 4g – 6a – 10pts
Marshall was solid all season long for the Eagles in his rookie campaign, mostly due to his great work ethic. Gary, who attended Cohoes High School as a junior this year, was one of the youngest members of the Eagles squad this season but he didn’t let that stop him from being a leader. Marshall first drew the Eagles attention as a free agent at a prospects camp with his forechecking and workrate. Gary didn’t disappoint this season as he was often at the front of the pack during team conditioning or testing, and was a consistent pest to opponents all season long. Gary will be returning to the Eagles next season and for his senior year at Cohoes High School. More details about Gary Marshall.
#27 Defenseman – Alex Novak – 23gm – 0g – 0a – 0pts – 2pims
Novak was another Eagle who entered into his rookie campaign with the Eagles this past season. While playing a feisty, physical brand of hockey, Novak played it honest and clean. Rarely taking a shift off or allowing his opponent to, Alex was noted for his spirited play and excelled when keeping it simple. Always playing with a smile on his face, Novak will be returning for his senior year at Cohoes High School and manning the point for the Eagles. More details about Alex Novak.