Lakers add Devils Rookie Camp prospect

The Nipissing University Lakers hockey team have added depth and size to next year’s roster with the announcement that NHL prospect Doug Clarkson has accepted an offer to study at the university and play for the team. Clarkson attended last year’s New Jersey Devils preseason camp alongside his brother, David Clarkson, who currently plays for the Devils.

Clarkson, a 6’5” tall, 224 pound right wing from Mimico, started off his junior career in the Major Junior 'A' Ontario Hockey League playing with the Kitchener Rangers and Erie Otters. He finished his junior career playing for the Vaughan Vipers of the Ontario Junior Hockey League, notching 38 goals and 53 assists in 46 games.

“I am thrilled that Doug has decided to come to Nipissing and play for the Lakers,” said Mike McParland, Lakers head coach, who actively recruited Clarkson this year. “With his size and offensive capabilities, he’ll make an immediate impact on our team.”

“I am very excited to join the Lakers,” said Clarkson.

“It's a great city and an excellent university and I'm looking forward to helping the team and getting involved in the community. I am confident that the university, the team and the community together will bring success to North Bay and I am excited to be a part of that success.”

David Clarkson is supportive of his brother’s decision to play with the Lakers.

“The Nipissing Lakers were rated in the CIS top ten and made the play-offs in the first year, which generated a lot of attention in the hockey world," he said.

“With Doug’s size and skill, he will add a valuable dimension to the team. I am very proud of my younger brother and look forward to following the team’s progress.”

Clarkson would be the second Lakers player to have an NHL connection, as Lakers forward Chad McQuaid's brother Adam plays for the Boston Bruins.