Player's Profile
- Name: Paul Phillips
- Position: D
- Shoots: Left
- Height: 6-0
- Weight: 195 lbs
- Birthdate: 1991-07-16
- Eligible for Draft: 2009
- Drafted: 2009
- Hometown: Darien, Illinois
- Acquired: 7th round (195th overall), 2009
- Playing In: NCAA
Paul Phillips
Prospect Grade: 6.0 C (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2008-09: Phillips served as the captain in his second year with the Cedar Rapids Roughriders in the USHL. The blueliner skated in 60 games, scoring 8 goals and 25 assists for 33 points. He was held off the scoresheet in 5 USHL playoff games.
2009-10: The mobile defender played regularly during his freshman season at the University of Denver. Though he recorded only 4 assists during his 31 game season, Phillips played a steady, defensive role for the Pioneers.
2010-11: Phillips earned 38 starts as a sophomore at Denver University, equaling his freshman season total of 4 assists.
Talent Analysis
Phillips is a mobile defenseman who is capable at both ends of the ice. He has sound positioning defensively and is willing to work the tough areas in front of his net and along the boards. Plays with great awareness and consistently makes the right decision. Though he does not shoot a lot, he can get the puck to the net in a hurry. Also displays leadership ability and served as a captain for Cedar Rapids in the USHL.
Future
Phillips is entering his junior season at Denver University in 2011.
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Profile Last Updated: August, 15th 2011
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