Bomber big man Steve Alessio is currently recovering from Shoulder surgery. Alessio has been carrying the shoulder injury for the majority of the 2001 season, however was able to continue playing. “I taped the shoulder each game for extra support and was able to play the season out without too many concerns,” Alessio said. Alessio went under the knife three weeks ago and is recovering at home at the moment. “It is very sore and it will be in a sling until the start of November,” Alessio said. “It is a slight inconvenience however I was glad to have the shoulder looked at and cleaned out.” Alessio intends to be ready to commence pre-season training with the team. “The shoulder surgery should not affect my pre-season, which is good,” Alessio said.