Cincinnati, Ohio - The Cincinnati Cyclones, proud ECHL affiliate of the Toronto Maple Leafs, today announced that defenseman Andrew Noel has re-signed with the team ahead of the 2025-26 season. Set to embark on his first full professional season, Noel rejoins Cincinnati after a collegiate career with Ferris State.
Noel, 24, signs his second professional contract following a brief stint after college with the Cincinnati Cyclones. Last season, Noel recorded seven appearances with Cincinnati before the conclusion of the 2024-25 campaign. Noel logged 31 penalty minutes and provided an edge to the blue line for the Cyclones. Prior to his signing on March 11, 2025, Noel spent three seasons at Ferris State University where he went pro following his junior season.
“Andrew is a rugged shut down defenseman who adds toughness to our lineup and takes pride in being hard to play against,” said Cyclones Head Coach Riley Weselowski. “Over the course of a 72-game season, his playing style wears down opponents and creates space for his teammates. I have no doubt that Andrew will quickly become a fan favorite with Cyclones fans.”
In 89 games with Ferris State, Noel recorded four goals and eight assists as a member of the Bulldogs. Prior to his collegiate days, Noel spent a season with Maine Nordiques of the NAHL where he served as the team assistant captain. The following year, he moved to the BCHL where he anchored the defense of the Nanaimo Clippers to an appearance in the Fred Page Cup Finals in 2021-22.
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