Kevin Lind Commits To Notre Dame
Story By: Amanda Schmidt
Bensenville, IL (August 19, 2009)- Chicago Steel defenseman Kevin Lind has recently announced his commitment to play at the University of Notre Dame. Although details regarding when Lind will join the Irish has yet to be announced, the Homer Glen, Illinois native is set to once again play for the Steel in their upcoming 2009-2010 season. Between the organization’s start in 2000, the Steel has committed over 110 players to Division I programs. Additionally, this will be the first recruit from the Steel organization by the University of Notre Dame since 2006 when the Irish took Steel forward Dan Kissel and defenseman Stewart Carlin.  

The Fighting Irish finished 31-3-6 overall in their 2008-2009 season. This past March Notre Dame was selected the No.1 seed in the Midwest Regional tournament, however, fell in the first round of post-season play to the Bemidji State Beavers. Despite an unfortunate playoff run, Notre Dame has always been known for their outstanding hockey program, as three recent graduates have signed NHL contracts since the end of the 2008-2009 season.   

The Steel begins their 2009-2010 season Friday October 2, 2009 against Team USA, with home games held at The Edge Ice Arena in Bensenville, Illinois. For ticket and additional information please call, 630-594-1165.