Prepare to witness the hockey prowess of two South Kent hockey alumni, Joel Farabee and Shane Pinto, as they gear up to represent Team USA at the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships in Czechia this May. These dynamic forwards have been on fire this season, with Farabee shining for the Philadelphia Flyers and Pinto making waves with the Ottawa Senators.
From 2014-2016, Joel Farabee lit up the score sheet, totaling 82 points in 55 games for South Kent.
Farabee also has a plethora of experience on the global stage, playing for the U17, U18, the National Team Development Program, and U20 national teams. During the 2018-2019 campaign, Farabee recorded three goals and two assists in seven games for the IIHF’s World Juniors Roster.
Most notably, he just finished a breakout season for the Flyers, scoring a career-high in goals (22) and assists (28). Farabee’s offensive ascension has raised a lot of eyebrows, making him a coveted free agent once the Stanley Cup Playoffs conclude.
Shane Pinto, a rising star, has also donned the red, white, and blue, representing the USA in the 2020 World Junior Championships. Despite being just 3 years out of the University of North Dakota, Pinto has been making a name for himself with the Ottawa Senators.
Even with only half a season under his belt, Pinto managed to rack up a career-high of 27 points over a 41-game span. His explosive style of play and knack for scoring in creative ways make him a key player in the USA’s quest for global supremacy.
Alongside other NHL superstars such as Johnny Gaudreau and Trevor Zegras, these South Kent alumni begin their chase for gold on May 10 against Sweden. For more hockey updates and information on South Kent Hockey alumni, visit our hockey page and click on the NHL Player Bios.