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Robertson Signs with the Rochester Monarchs

By WLC Staff, 08/10/18, 1:45PM EDT

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Long-time Little Caps player Mac Robertson recently signed with the USPHL's Rochester Monarchs for the 2018-19 season.  This marks a big step forward for the former team captain in his budding hockey career.

“I will miss my coaches and teammates at the Little Caps,” Robertson says, “but I am looking forward to training with older players who will push me out of my comfort zone.  I have to play my best every day to earn my spot and I’m ready for that challenge.”

“Mac took a huge step forward last season when he began to believe in his game and his ability to play junior hockey.  He has the tools, now he just has to make those work at that level,” offered Coach Doug Plocki.

Taking this step is part of that belief for Robertson, who added “I think feeling like I am ready to play juniors is more believing in myself and wanting to compete at that next level. I have to trust my training and the process and know that with a lot of hard work this challenge can help me reach my goal of playing college hockey.”

Mac has competed with the Little Caps since his Bantam Minor season, and has seen his game steadily develop and advance over the years.  He posted a breakout season at the 15-Pure National level, posting 33 goals and 38 assists (71 points) in 53 games, helping his team capture the NAPHL 15-Pure, PVAHA, and Southeast District Titles that season.  He returned to captain the Little Caps 16U National Team last season as a point-per-game player leading his team to its second consecutive Southeast District Title and trip to the USA Hockey Nationals.  Mac also earned several individual honors along the way.  He was named to the AHYL All Star team, identified as an NAPHL Peak Performer at both the 15-Pure and 16U levels, and was an All-NAPHL First Team selection in the same season he distinguished himself by being named to the All-NAPHL Academic Team for his accomplishments off the ice.
“My goal is to get a good education while playing D1 hockey. I would like to gain experience by playing in the USHL before going to college. Little Caps has helped develop me as a player and as a leader and I think playing at Rochester is the next step in my path and development,” offers Robertson.

“Mac is a great kid, a great leader, and a tireless worker, on and off the ice.  He loves the game and it shows in the way he plays.  We’re very proud of the young man he has become and will be cheering for him moving forward.  It’s been a privilege to work with him these last two years,” added Plocki.

When asked what he would say to younger players at the club, Mac responded, “the advice I would give to a younger Little Cap player would be to trust your coaches, be a good teammate and have fun!  Work hard, take advantage of every opportunity and don’t forget to keep your grades up!”

“I want to thank the coaches, trainers, my teammates, and everyone in the Little Caps organization. I have learned a lot more than just hockey.  I will miss the many plane trips and van rides to Blaine, Panera Bread and Olive Garden and all the Dickey’s BBQ.  But I know that we will stay in touch and always support one another.  Looking forward to battling with and against my former teammates again soon. Proud to be part of the Washington Little Capitals family!”