Don’t Forget Ted Cook
With his nation-best 32 goals, Ted Cook has a nose for the net that few players can match. Vince McConeghy touts Niagara’s star forward’s skill, determination and Hobey Baker qualifications.
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Hendu’s Story: From Dream To Reality, Part II
Dave Hendrickson recounts Ryan’s years in youth hockey, as both father and son learn lessons along the way (including how to handle the legendary Hanson brothers) in Part II of an ongoing series.
Finding T-Mo
Minnesota State’s Travis Morin might have flown under the national radar for most of his college career, but Dan Myers finds the senior forward vastly appreciated in Mankato.
Stewart A Quiet Freshman For Northern Michigan
Brian Stewart was thrust into the limelight against Ohio State last weekend, and didn’t disappoint. Matt Mackinder reports on the former junior MVP turned freshman surprise for Northern Michigan.
A Solid Foundation
Notre Dame’s class of 2007 played in the NCAA tournament as freshmen, but the program’s true rise would have to wait for a couple more years. Tim Rooney traces the evolution of the Fighting Irish in an USCHO Extra exclusive now available to everyone.
Behind The Numbers
An exclusive interview with NCAA Division III Committee Chairman Vincent Eruzione revealed the decisions that led to the selection and seedings of the 2007 tournament field. “It was an arduous process,” said Eruzione.
Most Valuable Even in Defeat
Providence goaltender Jana Bugden was on the losing end of Sunday’s Hockey East final, but she was a winner in so many other ways, making her a fitting Tournament MVP.
Wintry Mix
With Minnesota on the cusp of the MacNaughton Cup last weekend, St. Cloud State refused to cooperate. The WCHA race will soon be settled, but both teams have made their marks, Scott Brown says.
Green And Gold, And Black And Blue
A few bumps and bruises are the order of the day in Burlington, where the Vermont Catamounts have parlayed aggressive defense into success on the ice. Tyler Birnbaum reports.
Bracketology: Feb. 28, 2007
Decisions, decisions. With two opposing strategies for seeding the NCAA tournament facing him, Jayson Moy makes the call in this week’s Bracketology.
Carnival Atmosphere
After years of frustration, Michigan Tech is turning things around. Todd D. Milewski finds the Huskies on the verge of home ice in the WCHA playoffs and a potential NCAA tournament bid.
Rising Star
Once upon a time, Chris Butler couldn’t even get the attention of junior hockey leagues. Just a few years later, he’s shining with Denver, Jim Stevens finds.
A 3D Attack
With three offensive defensemen, the Ohio State women’s hockey team can beat its opponents in many dimensions.
Hendu’s Story: From Dream To Reality
From an early age, hockey was his game. In Part I of a series, Dave Hendrickson begins the story of the “little tyke” who grew up to be a Wesleyan captain.
Wisconsin Men’s Hockey Seniors Leaving A Legacy Of Dedication
As the Wisconsin men’s hockey team enters the last two series of the regular season, there comes a time to look back and look at where the team has come from, how they found their identity and most importantly who took hold of the reins and led the team to its current position.
Down Year For Middlebury Men’s Hockey Opens Doors For Other Teams
Having won three straight NESCAC titles and six of the past seven, the Middlebury Panthers have certainly earned their billing as the most feared men’s hockey team in the conference. But the Panthers, slowed by injuries, illnesses and an inexplicably stymied offense, have not shown the dominant form that has characterized recent years
Minnesota’s Johnson Leads Normal Life Despite Hockey Hype
Even with his 6-feet 4-inch, 222-pound frame, Erik Johnson attracts little attention with his quiet demeanor. Bu the 18-year-old lost any signs of hockey anonymity after the St. Louis Blues selected Johnson with the top pick in last summer’s NHL Entry Draft.
The Long And Twisting Road To Success
Northeastern may have slipped from the heights it once enjoyed, but the Huskies are on the rebound with a new coaching staff led by Greg Cronin. Keith Lavon traces the Huskies’ fall and rise.
Ready For The Call
When Brown needed him, Dan Rosen was there. The freshman netminder has compiled impressive numbers in goal for the Bears, and there’s more to come, Roman J. Uschak reports.
Billerica Blades
Billerica, Mass., is a typical town in many ways — but not in its unique connection to Massachusetts-Lowell hockey. Jim Lothrop spotlights the River Hawks’ ties to the nearby burg.