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DELTA BRINGS ON LOCAL STANDOUT 2011 GOALTENDER JADON SANTAN

Delta College Prep is excited to announce the signing of 2011-born goaltender Jadon Santan from Columbus, Ohio.

Santan joins Delta after an outstanding season with the Columbus Capitals 2011 AA program, where he established himself as one of the area’s top young netminders. He now enters a competitive veteran goaltending group that includes two goalies at least two years older than him, giving him an excellent environment to continue his development. The future is exceptionally bright for the young Columbus native.

General Manager David Dew:
“I’m really excited about Jadon. He’s very young for our level, but I truly believe he has the potential to become our starting goaltender in the years ahead. We also share the same goaltending coach, Henry Dill, who I worked with during my playing career, and his recommendation of Jadon was exactly what we were looking for. Jadon was outstanding at our MHES Columbus Combine, proving he can compete with 18- and 19-year-old players. He already has an excellent technical foundation, and we’re excited to continue building on it.”

Head Coach Mitchell Gillespie:
“Jadon made a tremendous impression at our MOLE Hockey Columbus Combine while facing junior, AAA, and prep-level shooters, proving he belongs at this level. His skating ability immediately stood out, and we believe he has an extremely high ceiling because of the foundation he’s already developed. We’re excited to welcome him into our program and look forward to helping take his game to the next level”.

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6’2”, 2007 FORWARD BURTON GALIPPO SIGNS WITH DELTA COLLEGE PREP FROM THE NA3HL

Delta College Prep is excited to announce the signing of 2007 forward Burton “Burty” Galippo.

A native of North Olmsted, Ohio, Galippo recorded 88 points over three seasons at the high school level before advancing to the NA3HL with the Tulsa Jr. Oilers. Last season, he appeared in 20 Tier III junior hockey games, continuing his development against older competition.

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie:

“Burty spent a weekend with DCP last season, where he made an immediate impression with his size, strength, and power. He has a very promising toolset to become an impactful player, and we believe he’ll reach that potential within our system.

We’re excited to welcome Burton to the group and expect him to make a significant impact both on and off the ice this season.”

General Manager David Dew:

“Burty is a very exciting addition to our program. We’ve successfully developed players coming from Tier III junior hockey before, and we believe the maturity he’s gained competing at that level will allow him to transition seamlessly into our environment.

He’s already generated early NCAA interest through our network, and I’m excited to see how he develops as one of our 2007 leaders. His combination of size, physicality, and proven scoring ability makes him a very intriguing piece of our roster this season.”

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2009 THF DEFENSEMAN JACKSON SMITH FROM VERMONT SIGNS WITH DELTA COLLEGE PREP

Delta College Prep is honored to announce the signing of 2009-born defenseman Jackson Smith from Vermont.

Standing at 6’0”, Smith is a strong, reliable defender who possesses an advanced skill set for his age. “Smitty” spent the 2025-26 season with the Northern Cyclones 16U AAA program, recording 1 goal and 8 assists across 75 games while competing against some of the top competition in the country.

General Manager David Dew

“Smitty comes to us fresh off a great breakout season at the 16U AAA level where he excelled with consistency. Jackson brings a skill set worth noting that matures well beyond his 2009 birth year. He is a smooth skater, manages the puck effectively, and possesses a high-end hockey IQ.

Our staff had the opportunity to work closely with Jackson during PreDraft 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts through MOLE Hockey, and it quickly became clear that this was the right fit for both sides. The sky is the limit for Smitty, and I am excited to watch his development accelerate within our program.”

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie

“I had the pleasure of coaching Jackson during our Boston showcase, and he made a strong impression right away. Not only is he a tremendous player, but he is also an outstanding teammate. After our first MOLE Futures game, Smitty quickly became a priority for our staff, and we could not be happier to have him wearing a Delta sweater this upcoming season.

Jackson’s combination of size, skating ability, hockey sense, and character will make him a valuable addition to our blue line.”

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2008 Junior-Experienced Goaltender Noah Poisson Signs with Delta College Prep

Delta College Prep is excited to announce the signing of 2008-born goaltender Noah Poisson from La Sarre, Quebec.

Poisson, known as “Fish,” stands at 5’10” and spent the 2025-26 season with the New England Wolves organization, competing in the EHLP and USPHL. Through 9 games at the Tier III junior level, he posted an impressive .948 save percentage and 1.56 goals-against average while competing against older, more experienced players.

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie:
“Noah joins us from the New England Wolves, where he showcased tremendous technique in the crease. When he is pushed out of position, he aggressively recovers with his athleticism and compete level. Noah posted outstanding numbers against junior competition, showcasing elite talent for an 08 birth year.

We are very excited to add Noah to our group and are expecting a big year from him.”

General Manager David Dew:
“Fishy comes to us fresh off an outstanding season at the Tier III junior level, a pathway where we have successfully sourced goaltending talent before. He has already proven he can compete against mature, older players. I always say, if you can skate the game, you can play the game, and Noah is no exception to that rule.

His junior experience, compete level, and technical foundation make him an exciting addition to our program. I cannot wait to get to work with him and help continue his progression toward Tier II junior hockey.”

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DELTA COLLEGE PREP RETURNS ’09 GOALTENDER DRYDEN WALDSCHMIDT FROM COLORADO

Delta College Prep is proud to announce the return of 2009-born goaltender Dryden Waldschmidt for the 2026-27 season.

Originally from Colorado, Waldschmidt returns after spending the 2025-26 campaign developing within the Delta College Prep program. As one of the younger players on last season’s roster, Dryden embraced a developmental role while continuing to refine his game and prepare for increased responsibilities moving forward. He appeared in multiple games for Delta, posting a .889 save percentage across five appearances. Prior to joining Delta, Waldschmidt also spent time with the Maine Mariners 15U AAA program.

General Manager David Dew:
“I have had the absolute privilege of working with Dryden, his older brother Cohen, and the Waldschmidt family for multiple years now. Dryden competes extremely hard for us and has a skating foundation that I cannot wait to continue developing. I’m excited to see him step into a bigger role this season. It’s well deserved after the patience, work ethic, and development he displayed throughout 2025-26. Dryden loves his teammates and has a personality that keeps everyone laughing on a daily basis. Those types of players are incredibly valuable within a team culture, and we’re fortunate to have him back with us for another season.”

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie:
“We are excited to welcome Dryden Waldschmidt back for next season. Dryden earned this opportunity through his strong development last year, showcasing excellent footwork and steady progression in the crease. In his game action, he showed very promising flashes, giving a clear glimpse of his potential and ability to compete at a high level. We are looking forward to seeing him step into a bigger role and continue his growth this upcoming season.”

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‘08 OWEN CLEVINGER RETURNS TO DELTA COLLEGE PREP FOR 2026-27

Delta College Prep is pleased to announce the re-signing and return of 2008 forward Owen Clevinger for the 2026-27 season.

Clevinger, another mid-season addition during the 2025-26 campaign, brings clear offensive upside and a strong scoring background. Prior to joining Delta, “OC” was dominant at the OSHL level with the Pickerington Prowlers, recording 13 goals and 6 assists for 19 points in just 9 games. After making the jump to the college prep level, Clevinger appeared in 14 games for Delta, tallying 1 goal and 4 assists.

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie:
“We’re excited to welcome back Owen Clevinger for the upcoming season. A talented forward who was part-time with us last season, Owen showed flashes of high-end ability and offensive creativity. As he continues to bring consistency to his game, we’re confident his impact will grow in a big way. We’re very excited to see what OC can do for us this season.”

General Manager David Dew:
“OC came to us last year wanting to improve the caliber of competition he competes against while developing a skill set that will translate to Tier II junior hockey. He showed promising upside very early with his scoring ability and puck movement within all three zones. We have high expectations for him and his production this season. I know he’s ready for the challenge and fully capable. Owen is a pleasure to work with, and we’re pumped he’s back.”

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DELTA COLLEGE PREP WELCOMES BACK OHIO NATIVE CAMDEN LAURENT

Delta College Prep is extremely excited to announce the re-signing and return of 2008 defenseman Camden Laurent.

Laurent is a reliable, steady defenseman with a strong overall skill base and two-way upside. Camden began last season with the Northeast Storm varsity program in the OSHL, where he quickly proved himself as a dominant presence before joining Delta College Prep midway through the season. In the second half, Laurent appeared in 14 games for Delta, recording 1 assist while contributing heavily on the defensive side of the puck.

General Manager David Dew:
“Camden joined us mid-season last year and bought in immediately. He embraced our culture without asking a single question and is literally the definition of a good teammate. I really enjoy his steady style of defense and his two-way ability along the perimeter. I’m very excited to have him back and to start navigating junior and college hockey opportunities with him.”

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie:
“We are excited to welcome Camden full-time to Delta College Prep. As a half-season player with us last year, Camden showed potential in his limited action. A speedy, right-handed defenseman, he brings mobility and a solid foundation that we are looking forward to continuing to develop. We are excited to see him take the next step and make an impact this season.”

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LOCAL 2010 OSHL STANDOUT TAGAN ABBITT SIGNS WITH DELTA

Delta College Prep is proud to announce the signing of 2010 forward Tagan Abbitt from the Pickerington Prowlers of the OSHL.

Tagan brings strong offensive upside, quick foot speed, and a mature compete level for his age. While his Pickerington varsity statistics are unavailable, he also competed with Team Columbus 16U during split season where he recorded 2 goals and 1 assist for 3 points in 12 games. Tagan also appeared in several games with Delta College Prep last season as an affiliate player. In those appearances, he impressed our staff with his pace, vision, physicality, and ability to create offense from the middle of the ice.

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie:
“We’re excited to welcome Tagan Abbitt to the program. As a freshman center who finished the season as a starter for the Pickerington Prowlers varsity team, Tagan also saw action in a few games with Delta this past year and performed very well. He brings high hockey IQ and versatility, having played both center and wing throughout the season. He is a strong, physical presence down the middle with clear offensive upside, and we’re very excited to see the strides Tagan will make with us this upcoming season.”

General Manager David Dew:
“We are very happy to bring Tagan into Delta for a full season. He joined us as an affiliate player in a few games last year, and we really liked his game. He has quick foot speed, makes physical body contact in all three zones, and finds his teammates well, especially from the more intense areas of the ice. He plays bigger and acts older than he is, and we believe he will be an excellent addition to this year’s culture and roster.”

DELTA COLLEGE PREP SIGNS 2009 FORWARD JAMES MORROW FROM USPHL 18UAAA

Delta College Prep is proud to announce the signing of 2009 Tennessee native James “Jay” Morrow for the 2026–27 season.

Morrow joins the program after spending the season with the Red River Spartans 18UAAA program, where he competed against older competition within the USPHL Elite environment. In 20 games with the Spartans, Jay gained valuable experience competing against junior-aged players while continuing to develop his two way game and playmaking ability. He also appeared in 14 games with the Clarksville Kings high school program, adding offensive production and continuing to showcase his strong compete level.

General Manager David Dew: “I’ve been in contact with Jay since late January and early February of this past season. His two way ability, coachability, and overall passion for the game quickly made him a high priority for our 2026–27 recruiting class. He’s a player that genuinely wants to improve every day, and we’re excited to continue building on the foundation he started in Tennessee. I’m very excited to get to work with Jay and help push his development to the next level.”

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie: “We’re excited to welcome James Morrow from the Red River Spartans AAA program to Delta College Prep. Jay is a high motor winger who plays with physicality and an edge every shift. He competes hard in all three zones and brings the type of work ethic that coaches love to have in a lineup. We believe there is a lot of upside in his game, and we’re excited to help continue his development this season.”

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2008 OHIO STANDOUT LOGAN ADAMS SIGNS WITH DELTA COLLEGE PREP

Delta College Prep is proud to announce the signing of 2008 forward Logan Adams from the Dayton area.

Adams is a proven offensive producer with a strong track record at Archbishop Alter High School. Across 95 high school games, he recorded 109 goals and 78 assists for 187 total points. His natural scoring ability and ability to impact games offensively make him a top end local addition to the Delta College Prep roster.

General Manager David Dew: “Logan came to our Green vs. White Prospects Showcase and immediately stood out. He was well over a point per game during the event, and we quickly made him a priority. We are ecstatic to be the program trusted with preparing him for real Tier II junior hockey. I have seen this type of offensive skill set before. The sky is the limit for both Logan and our program, and we are honored to bring in homegrown Ohio talent like him.”

Head Coach Mitch Gillespie: “We’re excited to welcome Logan Adams from Alter High School to Delta College Prep. A relentless presence in the middle of the ice, Logan played a key role in leading Alter to a district championship with his skill, motor, and consistency. He showed exactly what he’s capable of at our tryouts, competing at a high level and making an immediate impact. We have strong belief in what Logan can bring to our team and can’t wait to see him continue to grow in our system.”

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