Career
Hamilton was selected in the third round by the Detroit Red Wings in the 1975 National Hockey League Amateur Draft, and he was also selected in the third round by the Indianapolis Racers in the 1975 WHA Amateur Draft. Hamilton was born in Islington, Ontario. Prior to becoming a professional hockey player, Hamilton played four seasons of National Collegiate Athletic Association hockey with Notre Dame.
As a professional, Hamilton played 97 games in the CHL with the Kansas City Red Wings (1977-1979) and Cincinnati Stingers (1979-1980).
Hamilton also played 40 games in the EHL with the Erie Blades during the 1979-1980 season.
