Braehead Clan can today confirm that 22 year old defenceman Craig Mitchell will join the Clan on a full time contract for the 2013/14 season.
The 6’0ft Kirkcaldy native had previously played for the Clan on a dual contract in 2012/13, playing full time for the Solway Sharks in the NIHL and joining the Clan when his schedule permitted. However, for 2013/14, Mitchell has committed to playing full time for the Clan.
Mitchell has previously played in the EIHL for the Edinburgh Capitals and the Hull Stingrays. Mitchell briefly signed for the Dundee Stars in 2011/12. Mitchell played in 5 games for the Clan last season whilst joining them for training sessions throughout the season, and played in 25 games for the Solway Sharks. Mitchell finished the season with 18 points (1 goal + 17 assists) for the 2012/13 NIHL league winning Solway Sharks. Mitchell has also played for the GB U18’s and U20’s squads.