The Grand Falls Rapids are pleased to announce the signing of Yannic Bastarache by the University of Moncton Blue Eagles of the Atlantic University Sport hockey league (AUS).
As team captain of the Rapids during the 2022-2023 season, Bastarache led the team with 79 points and was named the MHL Character Player of the Year.
A native of Bouctouche NB, Bastarache played in 88 games over two seasons with Grand Falls, compiling a record of 49 goals and 71 assists for 120 points.
The Blue Eagles are excited by the arrival of their new player:
“The Blue Eagles are extremely proud to announce the signing of Yannic Bastarache. Bouctouche’s right winger will join the squad for the 2023-2024 season. Welcome to the family Yannic!”
Grand Falls and the entire organization extend its congratulations and best wishes to Yannic as he starts another chapter of his hockey and academic career.
*Release via the Grand Falls Rapids
YANNIC BASTARACHE JOINS THE BLUE EAGLES OF MONCTON UNIVERSITY
The Grand Falls Rapids are pleased to announce the signing of forward Yannic Bastarache with the Université de Moncton Aigles Bleus, members of the Atlantic university hockey circuit.
As captain of the Rapides during the 2022-2023 season, Bastarache finished first on his team with 79 points, while being named by the MHL as the Player with the greatest determination.
Originally from Bouctouche, New Brunswick, Bastarache played 88 games in two seasons with the Grand Falls team, compiling a record of 49 goals and 71 assists for a total of 120 points.
The Aigles Bleus are delighted to count on the presence of their new acquisition:
“Les Aigles Bleus are extremely proud to announce the signing of Yannic Bastarache. The right winger from Bouctouche will join the team during the 2023-2024 campaign. Welcome to the Yannic family! “.
Grand Falls and the entire Rapides organization would like to congratulate Yannic and wish him the best of luck as he embarks on another chapter in his hockey career as well as another step academically.
Patrick Thibault