Men’s D-I: Clarkson

Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee Pot

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Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee Pot Dunkin’ Donuts Arena, Providence, R.I., Dec. 27-28 St. Cloud State vs. Harvard, 5 ET Saturday Providence vs. Clarkson, 8 ET Saturday Consolation, 5 ET Sunday Championship, 8 ET CT Sunday Television: Sunday’s games on local Providence cable, Cox-3. Clarkson (6-6-3) Jeff Genovy and Chris Blight lead the Golden Knights into the … Read more

2003-04 Clarkson Season Preview

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With Clarkson coming off its first losing season since 1974-75, new head coach George Roll brings 14 recruits into a program desperate for new blood. Roll, an assistant during Clarkson’s dominating days in the early- and mid-1990s, may be the perfect choice to brush away the clouds of the last few years of Mark Morris’ … Read more

ADs Coordinate Opposition to Division III Proposal

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Athletic directors from seven of the eight schools affected by the Division III proposal to eliminate athletic scholarships for members playing a Division I sport, met to plan their opposition to the proposal on the campus of Rensselaer. Those attending were Sean Frazier (Clarkson), Joel Nielsen (Colorado College), Betty Powell (Hartwick), Tom Calder (Johns Hopkins), … Read more

Clarkson President Weighs in on Pending D-III Legislation

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Clarkson president Tony Collins became the latest school president to weigh in on the pending Division III NCAA legislation that would force “play-up” schools to stop awarding athletic scholarships. The four Division I hockey schools affected — St. Lawrence, Colorado College, Clarkson and Rensselaer — have all vowed to fight the legislation, which is due … Read more

Rensselaer President Reacts to D-III Legislation

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Rensselaer president Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson released the strongest statement yet in response to pending legislation that would eliminate the ability of Division III institution from awarding athletic scholarships in Division I sports. “If it is approved, this proposal could place Rensselaer’s well-respected hockey tradition in jeopardy, and hamper the ability of ice hockey players … Read more

D-III Proposal Threatens D-I Future of 4 Hockey Schools

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The Division I future of four of the nation’s most storied programs has been threatened by a proposal that has swept through Division III. As part of a sweeping reform package, the Division III President’s Council has recommended a proposal that would eliminate the ability for Division III schools that “play up” in one sport … Read more

Morris, Clarkson Settle Suit

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Clarkson University and ousted coach Mark Morris reached a settlement today on Morris’ lawsuit against the school. The settlement came as Day 3 of Morris’ suit — for breach of contract and defamation — was about the begin. After a day of jury selection and opening arguments, Morris and four of his witnesses took the … Read more

Clarkson’s Jones Signs With Philadelphia

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Randy Jones, defenseman and Most Valuable Player for Clarkson, has decided to forego his remaining two years of collegiate eligibility with the Golden Knights after signing a free agent contract with the Philadelphia Flyers. Terms of the deal were reported to be a two-year, $1.2 million contract. “We are really excited for Randy,” said Clarkson … Read more

Roll Honored As Top D-III Coach

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George Roll, who led Oswego State to a 25-7-1 record and a berth in the NCAA championship game for the first time since 1987, has been named the winner of the 2003 Edward Jeremiah Award, given annually to the coach of the year in men’s Division III. Roll accomplished this feat with a young team … Read more

Clarkson Makes it Official: Roll Returns

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In what became a badly-kept secret, Clarkson has named George Roll men’s hockey coach, replacing the fired Mark Morris. He was formally introduced at a news conference on Monday. Roll, a former assistant at Clarkson under Morris, returns after seven years as head coach at Division III Oswego. Roll will begin his transition to Clarkson … Read more

Emotional Roll May Have Coached Last Game at Oswego

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Oswego State goaltender Tyson Gajda carried a towel into his team’s news conference after Saturday night’s NCAA Division III championship game. His coach was the one who needed it to wipe away tears. George Roll faced the media with red eyes minutes after the Lakers’ 2-1 loss to Norwich. The loss likely marked the end … Read more

Roll Confirms Clarkson Discussions

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Oswego coach George Roll confirmed Saturday that he is in discussion with Clarkson to replace fired coach Mark Morris. When asked if he had been offered the Clarkson job, Roll replied, “I have to be honest with you. They have called me, and I have talked to them. I asked them to continue our discussions … Read more

Morris Takes Job With Canucks

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Mark Morris has a new job, at least for now. Morris, who was fired in November after 15 seasons as head coach at Clarkson, has been added to the staff of the Vancouver Canucks. Morris’ long-time friend, Marc Crawford, is the Canucks’ head coach. He was on the ice for team’s practice today. Morris was … Read more

Morris Files Suit Against Clarkson

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Former Clarkson head coach Mark Morris filed two lawsuits on Friday against Clarkson University over his firing earlier this season. Morris was fired in November for incidents that took place during a morning practice involving Golden Knights forward Zach Schwan. Morris was accused of getting into a physical confrontation Schwan. The school fired Morris after … Read more

Clarkson President Demands Apology Over Bertagna Letter

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The situation surrounding the termination of Mark Morris at Clarkson has taken another step. In a letter to the editor of the [nl]Potsdam-Massena Daily Courier-Observer on Dec. 3, 2002, American Hockey Coaches Association Executive Director and Hockey East Commissioner Joe Bertagna stated his displeasure at the termination of Morris. “It is clear that forces at … Read more