Chris LerchJohn Bottoms’ power play goal at 9:38 has staked St. Thomas to a 1-0 lead over Trinity in the first NCAA Division III semifinal at Middlebury. Bottom’s shot from the center point whistled just inside the near post. St. Thomas senior forward Dustin Lick is in the lineup for the first time since Jan. 21 … Read more
St. Thomas returns to the national title game for the first time since 2000 with a 4-1 win over Trinity in the first semifinal of this year’s Division III Frozen Four. The Bantams opened a 3-0 lead after two periods and cruised to the win. “Every mistake we made, they capitalized,” said Trinity goaltender Doug … Read more
The seeding of teams and selection of host sites left some mysteries for the USCHO staff to decipher. Now that he’s had it explained to him by the NCAA, Chris Lerch still isn’t so sure he agrees.
Now that all six autobids are known, Chris Lerch prognosticates the selection and seeding of this year’s NCAA Men’s D-III field.
This weekend, seven D-III leagues choose a champion, and the field is chosen for the NCAA’s. What will happen on Sunday night? Chris Lerch explains.
As the playoff picture gets more focused, here’s a look at teams which can host, and an update on D-III Bracketology. Plus, St. John’s coach John Harrington says he never gets tired of looking back on the Miracle.
It’s that time of the year again; playoffs are underway in three leagues, while five other leagues jockey for position. And it’s D-III Bracketology, week 3.
It’s D-III Bracketology part deux, and Chris’ own version of the BCS.
Manhattanville’s stay at the top was short after a chilly loss at Hobart, making way for Wisconsin-Superior at No. 1., while Curry keeps perservering despite a blizzard in Boston.
Middlebury’s three losses in the NESCAC have left that league wide open. Chris Lerch looks at the dark horses in all eight D-III conferences.
Chris Lerch eats some crow as the ECAC West, called last week the best league in D-III by our intrepid national columnist, goes 1-7 vs. the SUNYAC.
Bethel took a trip to Russia, but more than hockey was on the agenda. Plus, Chris Lerch maintains that the West — the ECAC West — is best.
This week, a look at a great rivalry in Maine, RIT’s transition to D-I and why it’s a good thing for the Tigers, and a ranking of the holiday tournaments. Plus, a farewell to a friend.
Power Supply The NCAA’s Points of Emphasis (POE) have meant more penalties, and, as a result, more power plays. Special teams are more important than ever in college hockey. After some serious number crunching, I’ve uncovered the following: • Penalties are up, but you knew that. As of last Sunday, there were a total of … Read more
Penalties are up, power play percentage is down, and some teams really are shorthanded. And Chris Lerch takes a look at Strength of Schedule.
Power Supply The NCAA’s Points of Emphasis (POE) have meant more penalties, and, as a result, more power plays. Special teams are more important than ever in college hockey. After some serious number crunching, I’ve uncovered the following: • Penalties are up, but you knew that. As of last Sunday, there were a total of … Read more
When is a tournament not a tournament? Chris Lerch explains. Plus, a look at the MIAC-NCHA crossover, past and future, and picks of the week.
The unwritten rules of polls are explained. Plus Chris looks at Trinity goalie Doug Kiselius, and explains why hockey has it better than soccer, at least in the NCAA. And the picks of the week, including the return of guest picker Artie Burkhart.
Some of Chris’ preseason overrated teams have actually turned out not to be, he says. And, after being patient, he’s joining those speaking out about the NCAA’s points of emphasis. Plus, a new name for the baby book.
Chris Lerch welcomes USCHO’s expanded D-III coverage, profiles a coach who has moved to a new program while staying on the payroll at the old one, and takes a look around D-III. And he debuts his weekly prognostications.