GABRIEL CRETE COMMITS TO MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY

NAVAN, ON – The Navan Grads of the Central Canada Hockey League (CCHL) are proud to announce that

Assistant Captain Gabriel Crete (’03) has committed to Mercyhurst University and the Mercyhurst Lakers NCAA Division I hockey program.

Crete, a native of Ottawa, Ontario flourished in his third season with the Navan Grads; he registered 18 goals, 30 assists and 48 points in 54 games played in the 2021-2022 season.

The local product played in all situations this season for the Grads and has become and integral part of our leadership group.

Navan Grads Head Coach and General Manager Marty Abrams offered his congratulations to Gabriel on his commitment to Mercyhurst University, “Gabe is one of the hardest competitors I have every coach. His work ethic day to day is unmatched. He has developed his game to the point where he is called upon to play in all key situations and is the ultimate 200-foot player. A great teammate, Gabe will no doubt have success at the next level; he won’t settle for anything less. It has been a pleasure to have him in our program the past few years. He has made a huge difference in our group.”

Crete is thrilled to officially sign his commitment to Mercyhurst University and the opportunity to join the Lakers NCAA Division I program in 2023-2024, “I’m excited to further my academic and hockey career at Mercyhurst University. I’d like to thank my family, friends and everyone that has helped me along the way. Thanks to the staff in Navan on helping me get this opportunity!”

Join us in congratulating Gabriel and the Crete family on his commitment to Mercyhurst University!

 

Marty Abrams,
Head Coach & General Manager
Navan Grads Junior ‘A’ Hockey Club