Hat Tricks Ink Christou and Ross to Developmental Contracts

DANBURY — The Danbury Hat Tricks have signed defensemen Dimitris Christou and Zach Ross to developmental contracts.

Christou and Ross are two of five developmental junior-age players the Hat Tricks can add this season without impacting roster limits under FPHL rules.

Christou, 25, joins Danbury after playing four seasons at Franklin Pierce University. Over his collegiate career, the 6-foot-1, right-shot defenseman appeared in 62 games, recording six goals, seven assists, and 72 penalty minutes. In the 2024-25 season, he suited up for 28 games, tallying four assists and 41 penalty minutes.

Before his college career, Christou played junior hockey with the Boston Jr. Rangers in the Eastern Hockey League. A native of Skaneateles, New York, he holds dual citizenship in the United States and Greece.

Ross, 25, recently completed his lone season with Misericordia University (NCAA III), where he posted 12 points (one goal, 11 assists) and 14 penalty minutes in 25 games. The 6-foot-1 blue-liner spent four seasons (2020-24) at Northland College (NCAA III) in Ashland, Wisconsin, registering 18 points over 69 games.

Prior to his collegiate career, Ross played two years of junior hockey with the Thief River Falls Norskies in the Superior International Junior Hockey League, accumulating 52 points and 39 penalty minutes in 101 contests.

Both Christou and Ross are eligible to play immediately and need just five games to qualify for the playoffs.

ABOUT DANBURY HAT TRICKS:

The Danbury Hat Tricks are a professional hockey team based in Danbury, CT and compete in the Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL). Since their founding in 2019, the 2023 Commissioner's Cup Champions have brought thrilling, fast-paced, and hard-hitting hockey to the Danbury Ice Arena, earning a reputation for their competitive spirit, electric atmosphere and strong community ties. The team is dedicated to providing an unforgettable game-day experience for fans of all ages while proudly representing the city of Danbury.

Off the ice, the Hat Tricks are committed to fostering connections within the local community through outreach programs with schools, businesses and charities. By developing top-tier hockey talent and growing the sport in the region, the Hat Tricks aim to bring the community together and deliver entertainment that leaves a lasting impact.

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