Methodical Sioux Skate Past Gophers

North Dakota lulled the Gophers to sleep in their own barn, and used a tight defensive game to win 4-1 behind 29 saves from Karl Goehring. It was the sixth straight win for the Sioux in Mariucci Arena.

This Week In Division III: Jan. 11, 2001

RIT ascends to the top for the first time this season; the NCHA and the MIAC finish fighting each other — and get back to fighting amongst themselves; and Chris Lerch solicits readers’ aid.

This Week In The CCHA: Jan. 11, 2001

The CCHA dominates the week in nonconference play; Columbus tries to raise hockey’s profile; and the Ganga Watch continues. Paula C. Weston puts pen to paper (metaphorically speaking, at least).

This Week In The WCHA: Jan. 11, 2001

Greg Shepherd knows how hard it can be for referees; he was one. Now, the WCHA’s supervisor of officials has an even bigger job — handling replay for the NCAA Frozen Four. Todd D. Milewski trains the spotlight on the videotape machine.

Ragusett Nets Shutout For Northern Michigan

Senior goalie Dan Ragusett stopped all 24 shots he faced Thursday night, leading Northern Michigan to a 3-0 shutout win over Alaska-Fairbanks. Eleven of Ragusett’s saves came in the third period, after his teammates had earned a three-goal cushion in the opening two stanzas. Chris Gobert led that offensive attack, netting a goal and an … Read more

Ohio State’s Umberger Fourth in CSS Rankings

Ohio State freshman R.J. Umberger is the top U.S. College Player ranked in the NHL’s mid-season Central Scouting Service report. Umberger is ranked No. 4 among North American skaters, behind major junior players Jason Spezza (Windsor), Stephen Weiss (Plymouth) and Dan Hamhuis (Prince George). Last season, Wisconsin’s Dany Heatley was the first U.S. college player … Read more

Hockey East Title Tickets On Sale Jan. 19

Tickets for the Hockey East Championship Tournament will go on sale on Jan. 19 at 11:00 a.m. at the FleetCenter box office and Ticketmaster. Prices will be $15 per seat in the balcony and $25 per seat in the loge.

Rebuilding From Tradition

Western Michigan’s Jim Culhane has brought the Broncos back from the depths of the CCHA, thanks in large part to lessons he learned as a player at the school.

Between the Lines

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.

ECAC West Newsletter: Jan. 10, 2001

Elmira and new No. 1 RIT both made their marks in holiday tournament play over the past two weeks, but now it’s time to fire up for the new year. Scott Biggar rounds up the ECAC West.