Full Buffalo Bandits 2024-25 Roster Overview

The Buffalo Bandits boast a diverse and talented roster of players, ranging from seasoned veterans to emerging stars. Below is a breakdown of their active roster, goalies, injured reserve, practice squad, and players on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list.

Active Roster

This group includes the main contributors to the team across various positions:

Forwards

• Tehoka Nanticoke (#1): A 6’1” forward from Six Nations, ON, shooting right, weighing in at 230 lbs.
• Chris Cloutier (#2): Standing at 6’0” and 227 lbs, this left-handed forward hails from Kitchener, ON.
• Sam La Roue (#12): A right-handed forward from South Surrey, BC, standing at 6’3” and 195 lbs.
• Josh Byrne (#22): At 6’3” and 207 lbs, this lefty forward comes from New Westminster, BC.
• Kyle Buchanan (#91): A smaller yet agile forward at 5’8” and 165 lbs, hailing from Nepean, ON, and shooting right.
• Dhane Smith (#92): A 6’2”, 207-lb forward from Kitchener, ON, known for his right-hand shot.
• Chase Fraser (#95): A towering 6’3”, 200-lb right-handed forward from Vancouver, BC.

Transition Players

• Ian MacKay (#4): A 5’10” lefty from Port Elgin, ON, weighing 216 lbs.
• Nick Weiss (#20): At 6’2” and 212 lbs, this right-handed transition player comes from Port Hope, ON.
• Connor Farrell (#41): A physical presence at 6’2” and 240 lbs from Holtsville, NY, shooting right.
• Thomas Whitty (-): A 6’1”, 185-lb left-handed transition player from St. Catharines, ON.

Defenders

• Cam Wyers (#5): Standing tall at 6’5” and 220 lbs, this left-handed defender is from Ottawa, ON.
• Paul Dawson (#6): A robust 6’5”, 237-lb righty defender from Oakville, ON.
• Dylan Robinson (#8): A 6’2”, 180-lb right-handed defender hailing from Pickering, ON.
• Adam Bomberry (#15): A 6’1”, 215-lb left-handed defender from Six Nations, ON.
• Justin Martin (#21): At 5’11” and 182 lbs, this defender comes from Oakville, ON, shooting left.
• Steve Priolo (#23): A 6’5”, 227-lb righty from St. Catharines, ON.
• Justin Robinson (#53): This Pickering, ON native stands at 5’10” and weighs 185 lbs, shooting left.
• Zack Belter (#77): A 6’5”, 225-lb left-handed defender from Wheatfield, NY.

Goalkeepers

The Bandits’ last line of defense includes two reliable goalies:

• Steve Orleman (#44): A 6’1”, 185-lb lefty hailing from Kitchener, ON.
• Matt Vinc (#48): Standing at 6’1” and weighing 212 lbs, this right-handed goalie comes from St. Catharines, ON.

Injured Reserve

Players currently sidelined but still integral to the team:

• Matt Spanger (#25): A 6’4”, 207-lb defender from Toronto, ON, shooting right.
• Frank Brown (#83): A 6’4”, 220-lb right-handed defender from Salamanca, NY.

Practice Squad

A talented pool ready to step up when needed:

• Emerson Clark (#7): A 5’10”, 205-lb left-handed forward from Whitby, ON.
• Christian Watts (#24): A 6’4”, 193-lb righty forward from East Aurora, NY.
• Evan Constantopoulos (#46): A 6’5”, 205-lb left-handed goalie from Oakville, ON.
• Cory Highfield (#88): A 6’2”, 200-lb transition player from Georgetown, ON, shooting left.

Physically Unable to Perform (PUP)

• Bryce Sweeting (#94): A 6’2”, 204-lb left-handed defender from Peterborough, ON.

This robust lineup showcases the Bandits’ depth and balance across all areas of the game, making them a formidable force in the league.