Matt Mackinder
Thanksgiving is over and Christmas is right around the corner. But before everyone unwraps gifts, they can enjoy a little more hockey before the holiday break. BRIAN LESTER Below is a look at my picks for a handful of matchups among teams this weekend in the West region. MIAC Augsburg (5-4, 2-0) vs. No. 13 … Read more
Thanksgiving is over and Christmas is right around the corner. But before everyone unwraps gifts, they can enjoy a little more hockey before the holiday break. BRIAN LESTER Below is a look at my picks for a handful of matchups among teams this weekend in the West region. MIAC Augsburg (5-4, 2-0) vs. No. 13 … Read more
Janna Beilke-Skoug is the definition of “solid, veteran goaltender.” Now in her senior season at Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Beilke-Skoug currently leads all of Division III with seven wins while posting a strong .941 save percentage and 1.45 goals-against average. Wis.-Stevens Point coach Ann Ninnemann has watched and admired Beilke-Skoug’s game the past four years, and said … Read more
In a move that was speculated upon, but never made official, New Hampshire senior goalie Casey DeSmith was officially dismissed from the Wildcats’ team on Wednesday. DeSmith, who had been suspended indefinitely after he was arrested and charged with assault and resisting arrest, has been reinstated as a student at UNH, effective Dec. 20. New Hampshire … Read more
A rare blood disorder has sidelined Wisconsin freshman forward Adam Rockwood for the foreseeable future. The Wisconsin State Journal has reported that Rockwood recently experienced complications associated with a rare enzyme deficiency known as CPT II – a condition that prevents the body from using certain fats for energy, particularly during periods without food. Rockwood … Read more
According to the Colorado Springs Gazette, Colorado College freshman forward Dan Labosky has left the program. Labosky appeared in two games for the Tigers and did not record a point. “Danny decided to leave so he has a chance to play,” CC coach Mike Haviland told the paper. “I wish him nothing but the best.” … Read more
USA Hockey on Tuesday named 30 players to the preliminary roster for the 2015 U.S. National Junior Team that will compete at the IIHF World Junior Championship Dec. 26, 2014 to Jan. 5, 2015 in Montreal and Toronto. The final U.S. roster will be named by Dec. 24. “We’re excited about the group of players … Read more
Sick of turkey leftovers? No worries. We’ve got you covered with all the Division III men’s highlights from this past weekend. EAST – Dan Hickling With the vast majority of teams in the East playing out of conference, this week’s wrap looks at how last week’s ranked teams fared. With No. 3 Plattsburgh tangling with … Read more
Sick of turkey leftovers? No worries. We’ve got you covered with all the Division III men’s highlights from this past weekend. EAST – Dan Hickling With the vast majority of teams in the East playing out of conference, this week’s wrap looks at how last week’s ranked teams fared. With No. 3 Plattsburgh tangling with … Read more
The action over the weekend was light in the women’s Division III circles, but that doesn’t mean the games that were played were light on drama. All games were nonconference, with the highlight being Plattsburgh hosting and winning the Cardinal/Panther Classic on Sunday. The tournament featured four of the top five teams in the USCHO.com Division … Read more
The action over the weekend was light in the women’s Division III circles, but that doesn’t mean the games that were played were light on drama. All games were nonconference, with the highlight being Plattsburgh hosting and winning the Cardinal/Panther Classic on Sunday. The tournament featured four of the top five teams in the USCHO.com Division … Read more
NEW YORK — Saturday night’s Frozen Apple matchup between Cornell and Penn State was the second time the two programs had ever met. The last time they met, Franklin Roosevelt was the President of the United States and all of Cornell’s home games were played outdoors at Beebe Lake. The Big Red came away with … Read more
NEW YORK — It took Cornell a while to get its offense going this season, as the Big Red scored just seven goals in its first six games. It took a while for the Big Red to get it going Saturday night as well. After falling behind in the first period, Cornell roared back with … Read more
BEMIDJI, Minn. — The Bemidji State fan base must have been just sickened during this seven-game losing streak. Their Beavers had been playing their opponents tough, and yet they had that empty feeling when the opposition beat them, which included No. 16 St. Cloud State Saturday night. But not this time. Thanks to another strong … Read more
BOSTON — A Kevin Roy goal with just 2:36 remaining in the game lifted Northeastern to a 3-2 upset win over Minnesota Saturday night at Matthews Arena. Dalen Hedges, who was behind the net, gave Roy a pass right in the slot that he was able to slip by the blocker of Minnesota goalie Adam … Read more
ORONO, Maine — Brady Shaw’s power-play goal in the second period proved to be the game-winner in Vermont’s 4-1 victory over Maine at Alfond Arena Saturday night, sweeping the weekend series. The goal came after Maine’s Cedric Lacroix was given a five-minute major penalty and game misconduct for a hit to the head. Black Bears’ … Read more
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Last weekend following a win against Minnesota-Duluth, Nebraska-Omaha forward Austin Ortega said that the Mavericks could score on any goalie out there. And while UNO came out on top in Friday’s shootout, on Saturday, UND goalie Zane McIntyre made his case. UND led 3-1 after the second period and held on … Read more
The turkey has been digested and for some, the shopping has begun.. For now, USCHO Women’s Editor Candace Horgan and Division III writer Matt Mackinder give their thoughts on the big games this weekend. Saturday, Nov. 29/Sunday, Nov. 30 - Cardinal/Panther Classic Matt: Wow — four ranked teams all under one roof, and of those four, … Read more
The turkey has been digested and for some, the shopping has begun.. For now, USCHO Women’s Editor Candace Horgan and Division III writer Matt Mackinder give their thoughts on the big games this weekend. Saturday, Nov. 29/Sunday, Nov. 30 - Cardinal/Panther Classic Matt: Wow — four ranked teams all under one roof, and of those four, … Read more
Hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving and that everyone is thankful for another weekend of college hockey. Our two columnists take a look at this weekend’s top games and weigh in with their predictions. BRIAN LESTER Concordia (Minn.) is certainly thankful to be playing and for its early-season success. It will be tested this weekend … Read more