At Women’s Beanpot, It’s Deja Vu All Over Again
Harvard and Northeastern play each other to overtime in the Beanpot? It was hardly a surprise.
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Like Father, Like Son
Keni Gibson may have backstopped Northeastern to the Beanpot title game just Monday, but the Gibson family’s Boston hockey roots run deep indeed. Dave Hendrickson traces the goaltender’s glove from one generation to the next.
This Week in Division III: Jan. 31, 2002
The story of a guy named Rocky, and his not-so-humanitarian counterparts in Plattsburgh.
Sur la Route des Jeux Olympiques
At the Olympics, hockey’s collegians have given way as NHLers take over many rosters. Not so UMass-Lowell’s trio of Baptiste Amar, Yorick Treille and Laurent Meunier, who will represent France in Salt Lake City. Dave Hendrickson reports.
By Example
He doesn’t offer motivational speeches. He’s not a shouter. What he is, however, is UMass’ leading scorer and the glue of its on-ice effort. USCHO.com’s Matthew F. Sacco gets the inside scoop on Tim Turner.
This Week in Division III: Jan. 24, 2002
A week ago, Chris Lerch predicted status quo in the USCHO.com poll. Apparently, a couple of teams weren’t listening. Also: an upcoming weekend of big matchups, and a goaltender who’s not averse to mixing it up a bit.
Richter on Sauer
Almost 15 years have gone by, but Mike Richter remembers. Long after his college days under head coach Jeff Sauer at Wisconsin, the New York Rangers goaltender offers his take on the man behind the Badgers’ bench. Adam Wodon reports.
Hockey’s Coldest Hotbed
After years as a second-tier member of the CCHA, Alaska-Fairbanks has come into its own this season. Under the tutelage of third-year coach Guy Gadowsky, the Nanooks have caught opponents off guard with depth, hard work and a mix of skill and character.
This Week in Division III: Jan. 17, 2002
If you like the looks of the current USCHO.com Division III poll, that might be a good thing, since it could be pretty familiar for a little while. Also: Chris Lerch runs down the favorites, and offers a mea culpa.
Fortitude of a Leader
His roots shaped him. His will made him. St. Cloud center and captain, Nate DiCasmirro, is leading the Huskies through another stellar season, with major NCAA aspirations.
Catching Up With … Jason Krog
When Jason Krog won the Hobey Baker Award in 1999, he had every reason to believe he was destined for NHL stardom. Signing a lucrative free-agent contract with the New York Islanders did nothing to squash the notion. But it’s hardly been that easy.
The Best-Kept Secret On The Blue Line
Low on hype but high on talent, leadership and perseverance, Northeastern defenseman Jim Fahey is turning heads this season. The Husky captain is the focus of Scott Weighart‘s attention.
This Week in Division III: Jan. 3, 2002
In his first column of the new year, Chris Lerch discusses the NCAA’s Christmas present to Division III — a ninth tournament bid — and evaluates the response to that decision. Also: St. Norbert coach Tim Coghlin assesses the wild, wild West; New England College recovers from a slow start; and, by popular demand, a brand-new extracurricular rant.
Bottoms Up For Minnesota
Three seasons ago, Minnesota had hit a low ebb. The storied Gopher program was coming off a second consecutive losing season; chemistry was, shall we say, less than perfect; and the team’s will to win was being questioned. Fortunately for new head coach Don Lucia, he had building blocks — including two named John Pohl and Jordan Leopold. And the rest, they may soon say, is history. Scott Weighart reports.
One In Ten Million
According to his doctors, Matt Curran would never walk again. The Providence goaltender had shattered his body in a 30-foot fall, and medical science gave him a better chance of winning the lottery than of ever getting to his feet. But as Dave Hendrickson found, Curran defied those odds.
This Week in Division III: Dec. 6, 2001
Adherence to the rules — its own — may have cost RIT a win last weekend, Chris Lerch notes, as Wentworth made history backed by Raj Bhangoo’s tremendous performance.
The Second Time Around
A year ago, they were rookies, suffering through a forgettable year. Today, they’re at the forefront of Boston University’s resurgence. Scott Weighart profiles the Terriers’ sophomore standouts.
Picking Up The Pieces
It’s been two months since the death of Shawn Walsh, but his spirit is undeniably present at Alfond Arena. Dave Hendrickson talks to the Maine Black Bears about their legendary head coach, and the meaning of hockey in the wake of his passing.
College Hockey Showcase Preview
Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin and Michigan State square off in the annual CCHA-WCHA exchange of pleasantries known as the College Hockey Showcase, under the watchful eyes of Todd D. Milewski and Paula C. Weston.
Vanek Has What It Takes
Current Minnesota coach Don Lucia opened the door to recruiting outside of the Gophers’ home state, and now a native of Austria is ready to bring his star to Lucia’s team.