Individual News
10th of May 2012
The ADD Recycling Basingstoke Bison are delighted to announce the signing of top British defenceman Alex Symonds.
After helping Slough to the English Premier League play-off crown last month the Welsh man is eager to add more silverware this time wearing a Herd jersey.
The 23 year old was keen to link up with his coach of last term Doug Sheppard and believes he is building another impressive team.
Cardiff born Symonds said: "Doug knows what it takes to win trophies and I think we have every chance of doing it again.
"I am looking forward to playing in Basingstoke and the fans make it a really great atmosphere to play in."
Symonds started his career with his home town team the Cardiff Devils winning the Elite Challenge Cup.
He then had spells at Telford and Peterborough before returning to the Elite League with Cardiff in season 2010/11. He then moved to Slough where he picked up 13 points including one goal.
Bison player/coach Sheppard was delighted to have snapped up another excellent signing to the Herd and said: "He is a really solid stay at home defenceman, great on the penalty kill and in the dressing room. I know Symmo can shut down any first line players and along with Kurt (Reynolds) and Stevie (Lyle) this is a great start to our defence.
Sheppard added: "Last season Basingstoke conceded too many goals and that is one thing I want to reduce this year."
Symonds' own and loan home and away jersey is available to purchase at £150 and £120 respectively. All Owners and Loaners will have their name printed on the back of the player’s jersey, as well as having the opportunity of a photograph with their respective player at the end of the season.
All you have to do is e-mail info@bstokebison.co.uk - the shirts will be dealt with on a first-come, first-served basis, when the announcement is made on the official Basingstoke Bison website.
Young fans can sponsor their favourite player for the year. This will cost £30 for the season and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. When the announcement is made on the Official Basingstoke Bison website, email info@bstokebison.co.uk to secure your favourite player.
After helping Slough to the English Premier League play-off crown last month the Welsh man is eager to add more silverware this time wearing a Herd jersey.
The 23 year old was keen to link up with his coach of last term Doug Sheppard and believes he is building another impressive team.
Cardiff born Symonds said: "Doug knows what it takes to win trophies and I think we have every chance of doing it again.
"I am looking forward to playing in Basingstoke and the fans make it a really great atmosphere to play in."
Symonds started his career with his home town team the Cardiff Devils winning the Elite Challenge Cup.
He then had spells at Telford and Peterborough before returning to the Elite League with Cardiff in season 2010/11. He then moved to Slough where he picked up 13 points including one goal.
Bison player/coach Sheppard was delighted to have snapped up another excellent signing to the Herd and said: "He is a really solid stay at home defenceman, great on the penalty kill and in the dressing room. I know Symmo can shut down any first line players and along with Kurt (Reynolds) and Stevie (Lyle) this is a great start to our defence.
Sheppard added: "Last season Basingstoke conceded too many goals and that is one thing I want to reduce this year."
Symonds' own and loan home and away jersey is available to purchase at £150 and £120 respectively. All Owners and Loaners will have their name printed on the back of the player’s jersey, as well as having the opportunity of a photograph with their respective player at the end of the season.
All you have to do is e-mail info@bstokebison.co.uk - the shirts will be dealt with on a first-come, first-served basis, when the announcement is made on the official Basingstoke Bison website.
Young fans can sponsor their favourite player for the year. This will cost £30 for the season and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. When the announcement is made on the Official Basingstoke Bison website, email info@bstokebison.co.uk to secure your favourite player.