Columns, excluding “This Week” columns
U.S. College Hockey Online, the definitive news, analysis and information resource for American college hockey, has announced plans for an annual Town Meeting, to be held each year on the Friday during Frozen Four weekend. This year’s inaugural event will take place Friday, April 6, at 3:30 p.m. in the Empire Convention Center, immediately following … Read more
The Pairwise Rankings gain currency — but not without growing pains; Mercyhurst bears the backlash against the MAAC autobid; arena cheers and jeers revisited; St. Lawrence carries the ECAC torch; an odd hockey tale from — Hofstra? And much, much more. Adam Wodon returns with his regular column on the state of college hockey.
Everyone roots for an underdog, except, apparently, one from the MAAC. Mike Machnik asks fans to show mercy on Mercyhurst this weekend.
Lee Urton returns with his annual analysis of the likely NCAA field, explains this year’s changes, and presents some possible seeding scenarios.
If you’re ready for a return to college hockey’s roots — not just talent, but spirit, hard work, the love of the game — then Russell Jaslow has just the thing for you: the women’s game, Division III-style.
After years of study, debate, amendments and hand-wringing, the NCAA’s amateurism deregulation package is nearing a vote. USCHO has been following the situation for 16 months, and now has the latest scoop on what this means for college hockey.
They’re eight players with one number separating them from receiving the acclaim they probably deserve. That number: 1949. The Boston College senior class is close to making school history — but a few weeks from what could be their fourth straight appearance in the NCAA Frozen Four. That alone is plenty an accomplishment, as only … Read more
2000-2001 MIAC women’s award winners: Co-MIAC Players of the Year Tennie McCabe, St. Mary’sAngie Rieger, Augsburg Co-MIAC Coaches of the Year Duncan Ryhorchuck, St. Mary’sJeff Smith, St. Catherine All-Conference Team Name School Pos. Courtney Adney St. Catherine D Kristi Brusletto Augsburg D Jessica Christopherson St. Thomas F Ellen Doyle Gustavus D Kim Hayes St. Catherine … Read more
Tournament misconceptions abound once again; USCHO’s Beanpot coverage draws a backlash; the ECAC on a down cycle(?); a not-so-hallowed record in the crosshairs; and some perspective on hockey history. Adam Wodon offers his usual mix of fact, opinion and speculation.
The second period has not been the friendliest of frames for the BU Terriers all year. Things were getting so bad that BU probably wished they had remote controls to fast-forward the game from the first to the third. In Monday night’s semifinal against Northeastern, the second period outlook seemed to change every time coach … Read more
Boston College’s newly-made all-time leading goal scorer, Brian Gionta, is enjoying fast starts lately. And Monday’s Beanpot semifinal victory over Harvard was no exception. For BC’s third straight game, Gionta opened the scoring. Anyone that hasn’t been hibernating for the last couple of weeks knows that Gionta opened with five goals on his first five … Read more
Dave Hendrickson encourages hockey fans to take advantage of this opportunity to make a difference.
This month’s column uncovers some new mathematical data in the quest for the most “NHL-worthy” college game ever played. Plus, a discussion on the World Junior Tournament, a couple of coaching controversies, and more items sure to warm the heart during the winter months.
(Note: The majority of the players mentioned here have signed official National Letters of Intent. There may be some players with only verbal commitments. The confirmation of these players has been culled from a variety of sources, including, but not limited to, information released by their current leagues.) Boston College Graduates: Forwards: Brian Gionta, Marty … Read more
(Note: The majority of the players mentioned here have signed official National Letters of Intent. There may be some players with only verbal commitments. The confirmation of these players has been culled from a variety of sources, including, but not limited to, information released by their current leagues.) Alaska-Fairbanks Graduates: Forwards: Jim Lawrence, Ryan Reinheller, … Read more
(Note: The majority of the players mentioned here have signed official National Letters of Intent. There may be some players with only verbal commitments. The confirmation of these players has been culled from a variety of sources, including, but not limited to, information released by their current leagues.) Alaska-Anchorage Graduates: Forwards: Chris Sikich, Reggie Simon; … Read more
(Note: The majority of the players mentioned here have signed official National Letters of Intent. There may be some players with only verbal commitments. The confirmation of these players has been culled from a variety of sources, including, but not limited to, information released by their current leagues.) Brown Graduates: Forwards: Matt Kohansky, John Petricig, … Read more
Reaction to the NCAA’s transfer rules; the fallout from the Colin Shields case in Maine; the NHL’s opt-in “option”; props to the CCHA; and the best college hockey game ever played. Adam Wodon‘s one-of-a-kind column returns.
A draft loophole beckons, NCAA tournament expansion and gender equity, Princeton’s coaching situation, the future of the MAAC and the Vermont hazing scandal. Adam Wodon‘s regular column debuts for the 2000-01 season.
With college players going an unprecedented 1-2 in this year’s NHL draft, and a record seven being selected in the first round, many fans of the game celebrated the moment. Is it parochial? Sure. Is it justified? Absolutely. Stand up college hockey fans, and be proud. The sport you love has just gained a measure … Read more