Before SHU: Played with the Texarkana Bandits for two seasons and on the New Hampshire Jr. Monarchs for a year. He was on the New Hampshire Jr. Monarchs when they where EJHL League Champions and Tier III National Champions for the season 2006-2007.

Personal: Patrick David Knowlton. Son of Corey and James. Has four brothers Jimmy, Chris, Mark, and Shawn. Enjoys playing inline hockey, snowboarding, working out, and hanging out with his family. When he graduates, he hopes to work in commercial real estate and play pro hockey.