Thunderbolts re-sign forward Derek Contessa for third season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 4:53 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The Evansville Thunderbolts have re-signed forward Derek Contessa, solidifying their roster for the upcoming season. Contessa's previous season was marked by a career-high 15 goals and 27 points, ranking third on the team. He participated in all 58 regular season games, a feat accomplished by just 11 players on the team. The Thunderbolts will raise their championship banner during their home opener against Knoxville on October 17.
- •Derek Contessa scored a career-high 15 goals in the 2025-26 season.
- •Contessa returns for his third season with the Thunderbolts.
- •He played all 58 regular season games last season.
- •Thunderbolts will host the Knoxville for their home opener on October 17.
- •They are the back-to-back President's Cup champions.
- 4:53 AMYahoo Sports — Thunderbolts re-sign Derek Contessa
"HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) — Another day, another signing for the back-to-back President’s Cup champions, the Evansville Thunderbolts as they re-signed forward Derek Contessa. Contessa will return to Evansville for his third season with the champs. The 2025-26 season was a big year for the forward as he scored a career high 15 goals and 27 points […]
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