A former Nipissing Lakers soccer team captain has signed a pro contract to play for a team in New Zealand.

Jean-Michel Paulin who graduated from Nipissing in 2015 has signed on with the Napier City Rovers.

In 2015, Paulin led the team in goals, points, shots and game winning goals and was named Nipissing athlete of the year.

The Rovers are one of 10 teams in the Central Premier League in New Zealand.