Springfield PICS are proud to announce that Forward Justin Hooper (’05) of Coconut Creek, Florida has committed to the Trine University Men’s Hockey Program (NCAA Division III) in Angola, Indiana. Hooper made his mark every single night he wore the PICS crest. An ’05 with pure offensive firepower, Hooper spent a single season at the Premier level with the PICS, dressing for 54 games (11 postseason) and racking up a massive 80 points — 24 goals and 56 assists. In the following year, joining the inaugural NCDC season with the PICS, he didn’t slow down for a second. In 42 games, Hooper added another 20 goals and 28 points, showing the same speed, skill, and killer instinct around the net that made him one of the most dangerous ’05s in the league. His play earned him a move “trade” to the playoff‑bound Jr. Rangers squad, where he added 4 goals and 8 assists in 9 games, Hooper is the definition of an offensive threat — and the PICS are proud to have been part of his journey. When asked ...