**Cold Lake Aeros apply to the National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC)**

**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

**Cold Lake Aeros Junior A Hockey Club Seeks Admission to the National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC)**

Cold Lake, AB – The Cold Lake Aeros Junior A Hockey Club is excited to announce its application to join the National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC), a Tier 2 Junior A Hockey League dedicated to developing young hockey talent for collegiate and professional opportunities. The NCDC emphasizes player development, competitive play, and a commitment to advancing athletes' careers both on and off the ice.

By joining the NCDC, the Cold Lake Aeros aim to elevate Tier 2 Junior A Hockey in Cold Lake area, providing local athletes and those from around the world with the chance to compete at a higher level while gaining exposure to collegiate scouts. This move aligns with our vision of fostering a strong regional hockey community and developing future stars.

The National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) was founded in 2017 as the Tuition-Free Tier II conference of the United States Premier Hockey League, itself founded in 2012. The NCDC consists of 21 teams in three divisions - two on the Eastern Seaboard and one in the Rocky Mountain states of Colorado, Utah and Idaho.*

The NCDC has sent more than 260 alumni to the NCAA Division I ranks, and more than 1,000 overall into NCAA college hockey. There were also more than 250 alumni in pro hockey around the world during the 2023-24 season.

Former NCDC player Drew O'Connor has become a regular with the NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins, and there have been seven players selected in the NHL Entry Draft from the NCDC.

The Aeros are proud to represent the City of Cold Lake and are eager to bring this exciting opportunity to our dedicated players and fans. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this journey!

*NCDC

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