David McKee was an exceptional goaltender for the Cornell Big Red from 2003 to 2006. He had a record-breaking career at the university, setting several team records. His most decorated season came in 2004-2005 where he acheived a 1.24 goals-against average and a .947 save percentage, leading Cornell to an ECAC championship. For his outstanding play, he was named the ECAC and Ivy League Player of the Year, as well as the ECAC Goaltender of the Year. He also earned a spot as an AHCA East First-Team All-American.

Following his college career, McKee signed a two-year entry-level contract with the Anaheim Ducks. He was called up to the NHL multiple times during his first professional season and served as a backup for four games. Though he never played in an NHL game, he had a professional career that included time in the AHL, ECHL, and CHL. He played most recently for the Quad City Mallards in the 2011-2012 season before retiring.