D-III West: Yim’s steady play, consistent scoring a boon for Adrian
Bryan Yim helped lift Adrian to a big win over rival St. Norbert Saturday. Timely goal scoring and offensive consistency have helped make Yim a valuable player for the Bulldogs.
Men’s D-II/III: Wisconsin-Stevens Point
D-III West picks Nov. 9-10: No. 3 St. Norbert vs. No. 4 Adrian
A titanic tilt happens Saturday when No. 3 St. Norbert takes on No. 4 Adrian. Right behind it on tap this weekend is No. 10 Wis.-Eau Claire playing No. 15 St. Thomas. Brian Lester picks those and more.
D-III West picks: Nov. 2
Game of the Week: Marian at Adrian, Saturday, Nov. 3 Adrian is looking to remain unbeaten when it battles Marian in a pivotal NCHA game. It will be a chance for the Sabres to make a huge early-season statement against a title contender. Balanced as usual, Adrian has come through with six goals off 11 … Read more
West wrap Oct. 28: No. 3 Adrian posts impressive sweep of No. 7 Utica
No. 3 Adrian posted an impressive sweep of No. 7 Utica, and Trine tied No. 2 Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
Wisconsin-Stevens Point removes interim tag, names Krueger men’s coach
After an extensive national search, Wisconsin-Stevens Point announced Thursday that Tyler Krueger has been elevated to permanent men’s hockey coach.
Men’s D-III: St. Norbert leads the way on the All-USCHO D-III teams
National champion St. Norbert led the way on the All-USCHO D-III teams, which had players from 15 schools represented.
Wojtala leads by example for Seahawks
While today’s semifinal battle between first-time Frozen Four participant Salve Regina and the Frozen Four experienced Wisconsin–Stevens Point would seem to favor the team from the West, Salve Regina counted on their fiercest competitor to help level the game on the ice. Goaltender Blake Wojtala has been the guardian of the crease since he arrived … Read more
This week in men’s D-III West: Previewing the Frozen Four West teams
Wisconsin-Stevens Point looks to return to the top Wisconsin-Stevens Point is one of the powerhouses of NCAA Division III hockey, and this tournament is their 14th in program history. Though the Pointers are in familiar territory, getting to this point in the postseason is something they know doesn’t come easy. They come in sporting a … Read more
Men’s D-III: Frozen Four set
Colby upset Geneso on a last-second goal by Justin Grillo, No. 5 Wisconsin-Stevens Point topped No. 2 Adrian, and No. 1 St. Norbert and No. 6 Salve Regina advanced as well.
Men’s D-III weekend picks: March 15
Eight teams vie for a slot in the Frozen Four next weekend in Lake Placid, New York. Our D-III columnists, Brian Lester and Tim Costello, pick this weekend’s slate of games.
This week in men’s D-III West: Augsburg looking to return to Frozen Four
Augsburg, seeking a return to the Frozen Four for the first time in 20 years, has a familiar opponent in St. Norbert standing in its way. The Auggies hope they can reverse their recent string of results against the Green Knights.
This week in men’s D-III West: Previewing the five Western teams in the NCAA tournament
The five teams from the West include three of the top four teams in the country in St. Norbert, Adrian, and Wisconsin-Stevens Point, as well as No. 11 Augsburg and No. 14 Marian. Brian Lester previews all five, and offers his opinion and why the will or won’t make the Frozen Four.
Wisconsin-Stout looking to move up
Terry Watkins has been coaching hockey a long time. Thirty years to be exact, all at Wisconsin-Stout. He’s also one of the all-time greats. So he understands the game better than most. Watkins has seen a lot of teams in his time, and this year’s Blue Devils squad is one that he enjoys coaching. “I … Read more
Amsden and Gustavus Adolphus look to return to the playoffs
“Be Prepared” is the motto of the Boy Scouts. It’s also something goaltenders must be if they are to have success at the college level. Gustavus Adolphus’ Chris Amsden definitely seems to be week in and week out, and he already has nearly as many wins as he did in his first two seasons, winning … Read more
Wagner’s move to offense proves productive for Saint John’s
Kyle Wagner is playing offense full-time this season at Saint John’s. And it’s safe to say he made quite the impression in his new role. Wagner finished with five points on the opening night of the season, propelling the Johnnies to a 5-1 win over Bethel. He scored a goal and dished out four assists. … Read more
Wisconsin-Stevens Point the favorite in the WIAC
Change is in the air in the WIAC this season, especially at Wisconsin-Stevens Point, which is under the direction of interim head coach Tyler Krueger, who takes over after Chris Brooks accepted a job as an assistant coach at Michigan Tech. Krueger is no stranger to the Pointers. He played for them earlier in the … Read more
Krueger named interim head coach, Dixon assistant coach at Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Wisconsin-Stevens Point has announced that associate head coach Tyler Krueger will serve as interim head coach for the 2017-18 season. Additionally, Evan Dixon has been tabbed as an assistant coach on the staff. Both appointments will be for the 2017-18 season and a full national search will begin following the conclusion of the upcoming … Read more
Eight conferences and 19 schools represented on All-USCHO D-III teams
The All-USCHO D-III teams represented eight of the 10 Division III conferences, and 19 schools were represented on them. Sid Watson Award winner Evan Buitenhuis led the way on the first team, with runner-up Stephen Collins also first team.
Piacentini embodiment of Norwich leadership
Listed on the roster at 5-feet-5 and 165 pounds, senior Tyler Piacentini plays much bigger on the ice for the No. 1 Norwich Cadets. Entering this weekend’s Frozen Four, Piacentini, a two-time captain, is excited to have reached the Frozen Four for the first time in his four years with the Cadets, but feels there … Read more
Adrian keeps sharp despite break
Adrian’s hockey team hasn’t played a game since the first Saturday in March. The Bulldogs had a bye in the opening round of the NCAA tournament. Coach Adam Krug isn’t thrilled about it. His team last played March 3 when it lost 4-3 to St. Norbert in the NCHA title game. “I’m not a fan … Read more