Long Beach defenseman Dixon makes college commitment

The Long Beach Sharks of the NA3HL are pleased to announce that defenseman Spencer Dixon has committed to play ACHA Division I hockey for Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

Dixon, 20, is in his fourth and final season playing junior hockey, which has all been spent in the NA3HL for three different teams.

The 6’3/215 native of Owens Cross Roads, AL, arrived to Long beach via a trade from the Louisiana Drillers in the spring of 2021. Dixon provided veteran leadership and toughness that the Sharks were seeking to add going into the season.

The 2021-22 season has seen Spencer increase his point total to 21 points from 3 in the previous season.  This is an area in his game that he worked tremendously on throughout the season and caught notice of colleges. Spencer is not shy getting into the dirty areas of the rink.  His physical play gave the opposition limited opportunities on the blue line and in the corners.

“IUP is getting a great player and an even better person for the next 4 years.  Congratulations to both Spencer and his family on his commitment,” said Sharks head coach Chris Lloyd.

Dixon made his junior hockey and NA3HL debut with the Evansville Jr. Thunderbolts back during the 2018-19 season.

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