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Providence College Athletics
Former Friar Men's Hockey Player Pierce Norton Passed Away At The Age Of 38
1/14/2024 10:50:00 AM | Men's Ice Hockey
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Former Friar men's hockey player Pierce Norton '09 passed away on January 11 at the age of 38.
"The Providence College community is saddened by the news of the passing of Pierce," Providence College Athletic Director Steve Napolillo said. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. They will always be a part of the Friar community."
Norton, who was drafted in the ninth round by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2004, appeared in 135 games at Providence College and amassed 59 points. As a junior in 2007-08, Norton hit career-highs in goals (10), assists (14) and points (24).
A native of South Boston, Mass., Norton was an active-duty officer with the Boston Police Department since 2013. He had been serving on the department's Citywide Bicycle Unit since 2018. Norton received numerous commendations for his dedicated service during his career, including praise for his response to quality of life concerns.
"The Providence College community is saddened by the news of the passing of Pierce," Providence College Athletic Director Steve Napolillo said. "Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. They will always be a part of the Friar community."
Norton, who was drafted in the ninth round by the Toronto Maple Leafs in 2004, appeared in 135 games at Providence College and amassed 59 points. As a junior in 2007-08, Norton hit career-highs in goals (10), assists (14) and points (24).
A native of South Boston, Mass., Norton was an active-duty officer with the Boston Police Department since 2013. He had been serving on the department's Citywide Bicycle Unit since 2018. Norton received numerous commendations for his dedicated service during his career, including praise for his response to quality of life concerns.
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