For the Rapids City Times

WISCONSIN RAPIDS – Riverkings Defenseman Brett DeLaat has committed to play for the 2018-19 season and attend school at Aurora University, NCAA D3.

Devereux-Smith

DeLaat is coming off a breakout season for the Riverkings, having produced 42 points in 44 games. The 6’3” 205-lb Kenosha native has a 4.3 GPA and was a team captain. He has received Top Defenseman and most improved awards.

The Riverkings have also announced the signing of two international players, as 98 forward Gabriel Devereux-Smith, from Floreat, Australia, becomes the first ever Riverking from “down under.”

The 20-year-old rightwing from western Australia would like to further his hockey career in NCAA hockey.

The Riverkings have also signed 98 forward from France, Jordan Enselmoz.

Coach Martin Quarters, left, and Enselmoz

Jordan is a skilled left-shot 6’1”, 180-lb forward. Jordan played at Brighton Academy last year. Enselmoz also has aspirations to play in the NCAA.

The Wisconsin Rapids RiverKings are a Junior A hockey team participating in the United States Premier Hockey League. They are coached by Martin Quarters.