Solar Bears sign Callum Hofford to ATO

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DULUTH, Ga. – The Orlando Solar Bears have announced the signing of rookie defenseman Callum Hofford to an Amateur Try-Out agreement (ATO).

Hofford, 26, joins the Solar Bears after completing his senior season with Salem State University, where he led his team in scoring with 19 points (6g-13a) in 26 games.

In 109 career games with the Vikings, the 5-foot-11, 180-pound blueliner racked up 72 points (27g-45a) and 50 penalty minutes. His 72 career points are tied for the most by a defenseman in program history. As a freshman, the Woodbridge, Ontario native helped Salem State capture the Massachusetts State Athletic Conference tournament title.

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The Solar Bears face the Atlanta Gladiators tonight at 7:35 p.m. at Infinite Energy Arena. The Solar Bears return home to host the South Carolina Stingrays on Wednesday, March 11 at 7 p.m. for a Wine Down Wednesday – fans can take advantage of $5 wine specials during the game. CLICK HERE for tickets to this game.