Defunct Program: CHA

This Week in the CHA: Dec. 5, 2002

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The goalie situation in the CHA comes under examination, not to mention a note on the departed (for juniors), and predictions for upcoming games. USCHO.com’s Geof F. Morris is under the weather — find out why.

This Week in the CHA: Nov. 28, 2002

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The lone conference series this weekend pits rivals in Huntsville, where Niagara visits UAH. Elsewhere, it’s previews of nonleague play, not to mention Geof F. Morris’ Thanksgiving list for the CHA.

This Week in the CHA: Nov. 21, 2002

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Who says USCHO.com’s weekly awards don’t matter? Controversy abounds as Geof F. Morris argues that Grady Hunt should have won Defensive Player of the Week and received more recognition as a top goaltender in Division I. All this and more…

This Week in the CHA: Nov. 14, 2002

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Upset City, Here We Come! First, one must ask the questions: were last weekend’s defeats of Michigan State by Niagara on Friday night and Ferris State by Wayne State on Saturday night truly upsets? Stalwart fans of the CHA would probably say no, but given the league’s nonconference record this season, one would have to … Read more

Cult Classic

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Bob Peters spent almost four successful decades in coaching, and the CHA commissioner is still leaving his mark on college hockey.

This Week in the CHA: Oct. 31, 2002

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Wayne State continues to make noise, this time coming off a sweep of St. Lawrence that came at a price; at the other end of the winning spectrum, Alabama-Huntsville looks to rebound, but playing Minnesota on the road this weekend may not be the best tonic. Geof F. Morris updates us on the CHA.

This Week in the CHA: Oct. 24, 2002

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The CHA starts up full-bore league play this weekend — though not Alabama-Huntsville, which carries the torch against the second-ranked team in the nation. Geof F. Morris chronicles the conference’s search for respect.

This Week in the CHA: Oct. 17, 2002

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If you somehow hadn’t heard, the CHA has an automatic bid to the NCAA tournament this year. Geof F. Morris gets a momentous season started with some facts, some opinions and a little friendly competition.

This Week in the CHA: Oct. 10, 2002

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The CHA’s season-opening road woes continued last weekend, but Geof F. Morris sees reason for optimism, including a consolation win for Niagara. Upcoming: more exhibition play, and a big tournament test in Buffalo.

Bemidji’s Simmons Retires

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Bemidji State senior defenseman Clay Simmons announced today that he is retiring from the Beaver hockey program immediately. Simmons stated that he had personal reasons for deciding to leave the program. “I have some issues I have to deal with back home,” Simmons said. “Coach has left the door open for me to come back, … Read more

Wayne State Picked To Repeat In CHA

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With everyone excited about the prospects of a new season and a chance for an automatic berth in the NCAA tournament, the coaches of College Hockey America have selected Wayne State as the preseason favorite to win the conference. Wayne State, which enters the 2002-03 season with the nation’s longest unbeaten streak at 12 games, … Read more

2002-03 CHA Season Preview

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The CHA takes its place alongside its five Division I brethren this year. With the advent of an NCAA autobid for the conference tournament champion, conference members now have something to play for on a national level, and don’t think they don’t know it. Geof F. Morris previews 2002-03.

Findlay Hires Former Badger Assistant Pat Ford As Associate Head Coach

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Former Wisconsin top assistant Pat Ford was named associate head coach at the University of Findlay. “This just shows how committed the administration is to hockey here at Findlay,” said Oiler head coach Craig Barnett. “It’s incredible to be able to obtain someone with Pat’s experience. Findlay is definitely committed to hockey at this level … Read more

A Warrior’s Battle

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Wayne State Warriors goalie Marc Carlson sat out his entire junior season after being diagnosed with testicular cancer last summer. Now free of cancer, he tells the story, in his own words.

This Week in the CHA: March 13, 2002

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It’s a study in hot and cold in the CHA this weekend. Wayne State enters as the regular-season champion and defending tournament titlist, but how will the Warriors perform in the tourney as the favorite this time? And what about streaking Air Force, and revenge-minded Niagara? Geof F. Morris reports.