Adrenaline welcomes Taiwanese defenseman Kevin YuThe Adelaide Adrenaline have today announced the signing of Taiwanese import Kevin Yu, who has joined the team ahead of this weekend’s clash with the Perth Thunder. With experience that includes selection in the Chinese Taipei national team, the 35 year old defenseman brings an different element of experience and maturity to the Adrenaline blue line.
The Australian Ice Hockey League has signalled it’s interest in the Asian region by allowing teams to bring an additional import player who plays in a local league in their home country. Adrenaline General Manager Glen Foll was more than happy to be able to bring Kevin to Adelaide.
“I met Kevin at a friendship tournament in Bangkok a few years ago. He is extremely fit and very committed to being the best player he can be. Fans can look forward to seeing a guy who gives it 100% in every shift”
With only 4 days until the opening game of the season, the Adrenaline blue line is starting to take shape with Zach Boyle, Jared Siemens, Andrew Chen and Jake Hazel all expected to join Kevin for the season opener.
Tickets for the home opener on 22
nd April are selling fast and almost 50% sold out. Adrenaline fans are encouraged to get in quick to avoid disappointment.
What's your favourite achievement playing hockey?2013 IIHF CCOA cup at Thailand,In the final OT against UAE,I shot in the last few seconds to win the cup.
What’s your game style? Smart control of the pace of the game
What do you bring to the team? Help teammates and respect all the coaching staff.
What can Adrenaline fans look forward to the most about the way Kevin plays hockey? Yu’s is here
I can't wait to play at home game
Favourite NHL team/player? Vancouver Canucks
Pavel Bure
Who will win the Stanley Cup? Boston Bruins for this year.
but i hope in the future Canucks can win one.
Favourite food? hot pot
Any pre-game rituals/superstitions? Need a long black ☕️
If you didn’t play hockey, what other sport would you play? ping pong
Other than hockey, what are you most excited about coming to Australia/Adelaide?Experience a different life and look forward to seeing kangaroos🦘