Ten to watch: Meet some of college hockey’s impact forwards for 2015-16
As one group of talented forwards departs college hockey, it’s time for another set of players to take their place.
Men’s D-I: CCHA
Ten to watch: Meet some of college hockey’s impact goalies for 2015-16
Nine goalies who were awarded with All-American or all-conference honors last season are back.
WCHA coaches, media both tab Minnesota State as preseason favorite
Both the WCHA coaches and media have selected Minnesota State as the conference’s top team heading in to the 2015-16 season. The coaches’ poll was conducted by Shane Frederick of the Mankato Free Press, while the media poll was compiled by the Bemidji Pioneer’s Jack Hittinger. WCHA PRESEASON COACHES’ POLL WCHA PRESEASON MEDIA POLL In … Read more
Former NCAA Division I players Hansen and Osaer join USA Hockey ADM staff
Rich Hansen and Phil Osaer have been named to the staff of USA Hockey’s American Development Model. Both will begin their positions on Sept. 21. A former player at Mercyhurst (2001-05), Hansen will serve as an ADM regional manager with responsibility for USA Hockey’s Atlantic (Delaware, Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey) and New York Districts. … Read more
Mahoney-Wilson, Graddock get roles on Notre Dame staff
Brian Mahoney-Wilson and Mason Graddock have been added to the Notre Dame staff. Mahoney-Wilson will be the team’s new volunteer assistant coach, while Graddock will serve as the hockey and programming intern. “We’re excited to have both Brian and Mason join our staff,” Notre Dame coach Jeff Jackson said in a news release. “Brian will … Read more
Lake Superior State lands former AHL coach, NHL scout Holewa as new assistant
Lake Superior State announced the hiring of Doug Holewa to the coaching staff as a new assistant coach on Tuesday. Holewa served as an assistant coach for the Bridgeport Sound Tigers of the American Hockey League the past three seasons and fills the vacancy left by Peter Aubry, who left in August for a position … Read more
Barbeau returns to Lake Superior State for third stint as volunteer goalie coach
Lake Superior State announced Tuesday that Terry Barbeau will return to the Lakers’ staff for a third stint as volunteer goaltending coach. “I have known Coach [Damon] Whitten for over 15 years and I have a deep respect for his work ethic and knowledge of the game,” Barbeau said in a statement. “I’m very excited … Read more
Valleau bolts Bowling Green after first season for deal with Chicago
A published report in Monday’s Toledo Blade says Bowling Green defenseman Nolan Valleau has signed a contract with “an NHL team” and will not return to school for his last three years of eligibility. The paper noted Valleau took part in summer development camps with the Chicago Blackhawks and Winnipeg Jets and that it’s believed … Read more
Lake Superior State assistant Aubry lands goalie coach job with Blackhawks
Lake Superior State announced Monday that assistant coach Peter Aubry is leaving the program to become the developmental goaltending coach for the Chicago Blackhawks organization. Aubry served one season on the Lakers’ bench after three years as an assistant at his alma mater, Mercyhurst. “I am extremely excited and grateful for the opportunity with the … Read more
Six games in 2015-16 to be hosted by Arizona State, Coyotes at Gila River Arena
Arizona State announced Wednesday that four Sun Devil hockey games and two additional NCAA games will be played at Gila River Arena during the 2015-16 season. “The Phoenix community has embraced Sun Devil hockey with open arms and the Arizona Coyotes are great ambassadors for the sport of ice hockey in the Valley,” said ASU … Read more
Former Wisconsin assistant Shuchuk takes same role with Michigan Tech
Michigan Tech has hired former Wisconsin assistant coach Gary Shuchuk to fill a similar position with the Huskies. Shuchuk comes to MTU after a five-year stint (2010-15) with the Badgers. He was fired in April along with fellow assistant coach Matt Walsh. “I’m extremely excited to announce the addition of Gary to our coaching staff,” … Read more
Aitken leaves Marian head coach spot, returns as associate coach at St. Norbert
A.J. Aitken will return for his second stint on the St. Norbert staff as associate head coach, beginning Aug. 1. Aitken, who has spent the last three seasons as the head coach at Marian, spent nine seasons on the SNC staff from 2003 to 2012. Aitken was 39-37-4 during his tenure at Marian. “I am … Read more
Mass joins Alaska-Anchorage staff as new assistant coach
Alaska-Anchorage has added Louis Mass to the staff as a new assistant coach. Mass, an Anchorage native, joins UAA following an eight-year coaching career with the ECHL’s Alaska Aces, where he served as an assistant and director of player development. Prior to joining the ECHL coaching ranks in 2007, Mass played professionally for seven seasons, … Read more
Hastings inks eight-year contract extension with Minnesota State
Minnesota State announced Monday that head coach Mike Hastings has agreed to a new eight-year contract with the school. Hastings recently completed his third year with the Mavericks in 2014-15. “We are pleased to offer Coach Hastings this contract,” said Minnesota State director of athletics Kevin Buisman in a news release. “During his time here, … Read more
Michigan Tech loses assistant coach Muckalt to USHL job
In 2014-15, he helped the Huskies to their first NCAA tournament appearance in 34 years.
Bowling Green alum, impact player Parks passes away at 48
Former Bowling Green forward Greg Parks passed away Tuesday in his hometown of Edmonton, Alberta. Parks was only 48 years old. The cause of death was not immediately known. Parks played four years for the Falcons from 1985 to 1989 and recorded 101 goals and 139 assists for 240 points in 178 games – good … Read more
Desert Hockey Classic to be first D-I games in Arizona in more than 30 years
Arizona State will host the Desert Hockey Classic the weekend of Jan. 8, 2016, as Yale, Michigan Tech and Connecticut will travel to Arizona to compete in the four-team tournament. The tournament will feature the first NCAA Division I hockey games in the state of Arizona since 1985, when Northern Arizona sponsored NCAA hockey. “We … Read more
After 23-win season, Bowling Green rewards Bergeron with five-year extension
Bowling Green announced Monday that head coach Chris Bergeron has signed a five-year contract extension that will keep him with the Falcons through the 2022-23 season. “Chris Bergeron and his staff continue to achieve excellence in every facet of Falcon hockey,” BGSU director of athletics D. Christopher Kingston said in a news release. “He understands … Read more
Former Lake Superior State goalie, assistant coach Muio loses battle with pancreatic cancer
Former Lake Superior State goaltender and assistant coach Don Muio died on April 12 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 65. Muio resided in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont., with his wife, Barb. He is survived by Barb, three daughters and five grandchildren. Muio was the director of human resources for Cross Country Automotive … Read more
Minnesota State’s Hastings wins Spencer Penrose Award as top Division I men’s coach
Minnesota State coach Mike Hastings has been named the winner of the Spencer Penrose Award as the top coach in Division I men’s hockey, the American Hockey Coaches Association announced Wednesday.