The Closer
Long built around defense and goaltending, Cornell is following a familiar script this season thanks in large part to Ben Scrivens. Mike Scandura reports.
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Preview: Ohio Hockey Classic
Site: Value City Arena, Columbus, Ohio Friday-Saturday, Jan. 2-3, 2009 Participants: Clarkson, Miami, Army, Ohio State Game 1: Army vs. Ohio State, 5:05 p.m. ET Friday Army Black Knights (4-11-1, 4-7-1 Atlantic Hockey) Head coach: Brian Riley Leading scorers: So. Cody Omilusik (7-8–15), Jr. Owen Meyer (8-5–13) Leading netminder: So. Jay Clark (2-4-1, 3.50 GAA, … Read more
Preview: Dodge Holiday Classic
Site: Mariucci Arena, Minneapolis Friday-Saturday, Jan. 2-3, 2009 Participants: Western Michigan, Northeastern, Brown, Minnesota Game 1: Western Michigan vs. Northeastern, 4:05 p.m. CT Friday Western Michigan Broncos (3-11-4, 2-8-4-1 CCHA) Head coach: Jim Culhane Leading scorers: Sr. Patrick Galivan (6-9–15), So. Max Campbell (8-3–11), Jr. Tyler Ludwig (4-7–11) Leading netminder: Jr. Riley Gill (3-5-1, 3.19 … Read more
Preview: Denver Cup
Site: Magness Arena, Denver Friday-Saturday, Jan. 2-3, 2009 Participants: Boston University, Rensselaer, Holy Cross, Denver Game 1: Boston University vs. Rensselaer, 4:35 p.m. MT Friday Boston University Terriers (11-4-1, 6-4-1 Hockey East) Head coach: Jack Parker Leading scorers: So. Colin Wilson (7-14–21), Sr. Chris Higgins (8-8–16), So. Nick Bonino (6-10–16) Leading netminder: Fr. Kieran Millan … Read more
Preview: Catamount Cup
Site: Gutterson Fieldhouse, Burlington, Vt. Friday-Saturday, Jan. 2-3, 2009 Participants: Ferris State, St. Lawrence, Colgate, Vermont Game 1: Ferris State vs. St. Lawrence, 4:00 p.m. ET Friday Ferris State Bulldogs (9-8-3, 6-6-2-0 CCHA) Head coach: Bob Daniels Leading scorers: Sr. Brendan Connolly (5-11–16), Jr. Aaron Lewicki (8-5–13), Jr. Blair Riley (7-6–13) Leading netminder: So. Pat … Read more
Preview: Shillelagh Tournament
Site: Sears Centre, Hoffman Estates, Ill. Friday-Saturday, Jan. 2-3, 2009 Participants: Massachusetts-Lowell, Minnesota Duluth, Union, Notre Dame Game 1: Massachusetts-Lowell vs. Minnesota Duluth, 5:05 p.m. ET Friday Massachusetts-Lowell River Hawks (8-8-0, 5-6-0 Hockey East) Head coach: Blaise MacDonald Leading scorers: Jr. Kory Falite (10-5–15), Fr. David Vallorani (4-10–14) Leading netminder: Jr. Nevin Hamilton (5-4-0, 2.20 … Read more
Preview: UConn Hockey Classic
Site: Mark Edward Freitas Ice Forum, Storrs, Conn. Monday-Tuesday, Dec. 29-30, 2008 Participants: Merrimack, Quinnipiac, Air Force, Connecticut Game 1: Merrimack vs. Quinnipiac, 4:00 p.m. ET Monday Merrimack Warriors (4-8-3, 2-7-2 Hockey East) Head coach: Mark Dennehy Leading scorers: So. Chris Barton (4-7–11), Jr. Pat Kimball (4-4–8) Leading netminders: Fr. Joe Cannata (2-2-3, 2,27 GAA, … Read more
Preview: Ledyard Bank Classic
Site: Thompson Arena, Hanover, N.H. Sunday-Monday, Dec. 28-29, 2008 Participants: Lake Superior State, Harvard, Alabama-Huntsville, Wisconsin Game 1: Massachusetts vs. Bemidji State, 4:00 p.m. ET Sunday Massachusetts Minutemen (8-6-1, 4-4-1 Hockey East) Head coach: Don “Toot” Cahoon Leading scorers: So. James Marcou (7-12–19), Sr. Cory Quirk (5-12–17), Sr. Alex Berry (6-10–16) Leading netminder: So. Paul … Read more
Brotherly Love
Today, Harvard teammates and brothers Alex and Michael Biega work together for the Crimson, but growing up on their backyard rink — well, let’s just say they got plenty of chances to hone their competitive edge. Mike Scandura reports.
Brotherly Love
Today, Harvard teammates and brothers Alex and Michael Biega work together for the Crimson, but growing up on their backyard rink — well, let’s just say they got plenty of chances to hone their competitive edge. Mike Scandura reports.
Denver’s Go-To Scorer
Denver’s Tyler Bozak has continued to be one the top threats on the Pioneers’ offensively talented squad, Candace Horgan reports.
The Eagles’ Muse
Sophomore goaltender John Muse led the Boston College Eagles to a national title his freshman year while playing every game. This year, he has sights set on a repeat, Candace Horgan reports.
Jubinville Seeking To Pace Princeton Parade Again
With Princeton off to a fast start, it’s only a matter of time before returning All-America forward Lee Jubinville throws it into high gear as well, says Roman J. Uschak.
Rookie Making Big Strides at Canisius
Canisius’s Dave Kostuch has turned heads in the opening salvos of his college career, surprising few around the rookie forward. Jennifer Miller reports.
Doctor In The House
A career in medicine may be in the offing for Jordan Pearce, but for now there’s an NCAA title to chase. Mike Scandura profiles the Notre Dame netminder.
Regaining Their Stride
Despite being ranked number one for much of last season, the Harvard Crimson women’s hockey team couldn’t win when it mattered most, in the NCAA tournament. This year’s team is looking to regain their stride amid increased competition from conference rivals, a competition they feel will help them in the long run, Candace Horgan reports..
No Scholarship, No Problem
Luke Salazar, a non-scholarship athlete, is quickly proving to be the most valuable addition to the offensive-minded Denver Pioneers. Despite his size, Salazar has a knack for scoring the big goal, Candace Horgan reports..
Offense From Defense
Kevin Shattenkirk has gone from breaking his parents’ windows with pucks to breaking away as a dangerous blueliner for Boston University. Mike Scandura reports.
Fresh Horses
There’s a youth movement afoot at Western Michigan, where head coach Jim Culhane is trying to instill a new spirit — and doing it with a distinct group of freshmen. Paula C. Weston reports.
Coaching Alumni
In college hockey at least, the ties that bind former players to their schools seem to be very strong. A total of 43 percent of all the Division I men’s hockey programs are helmed by former players of the school. The reasons that alumni players return to coach at their schools are varied, but they do believe it to be an exceptionally rewarding experience that also gives them a leg up in their recruiting, Candace Horgan reports..