August 4th 2026 Aberdeen, SD
The Aberdeen Wings, proud members of the North American Hockey League are happy to announce that veteran defenseman and former assistant captain, Briggs Orr has committed to the University of New England to play hockey and continue his education. The 6’2″, 200lb right-handed defenseman from El Dorado Hills, CO spent the past two seasons with the Wings playing in a total of 70 games and scoring 24 points (5 goals, 19 assists) from the blue line.
“Brigs was a solid Defenseman that added a physical dimension to our line up. He is serious in both Academics and Athletics. University of New England is getting a good addition” Wings Head Coach & GM Scott Langer.
The University of New England plays DIII in Biddeford Maine. Last season the Nor’easters finished with a 21-7 overall record and a 17-3 conference record. Briggs will join the team this fall.
