Colorado College senior Jared Hanson is retiring from hockey to focus on medical school, according to a report in the Colorado Springs Gazette. Hanson made the announcement over the weekend that he will no longer play after an injury-shortened junior season that saw him dress in just nine games. “Unfortunately, my time as a competitive … Read more
The NCHC has implemented several new playing rules and policy changes for the 2015-16 season, including a new overtime and shootout format. All of the rules and policy changes were passed by the NCHC’s Board of Directors during the offseason. After being one of just two conferences to use a shootout the last two seasons, … Read more
According to the Colorado Springs Gazette, goalie Chase Perry has left Colorado College and returned to the Wenatchee Wild, formerly part of the NAHL, but joining the BCHL for the 2015-16 season. The Gazette report states that CC coach Mike Haviland was not caught off-guard by the move. “He wanted to talk to his folks … Read more
Kevin Margarucci has been named USA Hockey’s manager of player safety. Since 2001, Margarucci has served as head athletic trainer and teacher at Lewis-Palmer High School in Monument, Colo., and has also worked as an athletic trainer at Colorado College and for the United States Olympic Committee. he holds a master’s degree in athletic training … Read more
The Dubuque Fighting Saints of the United States Hockey League announced Thursday the hiring of Jason Lammers as the team’s new head coach and general manager. Lammers leaves Massachusetts-Lowell, where he served as associate coach the past three seasons. He came in as an assistant in 2011. “I’m elated to be a part of the … Read more
The defenseman was a first-team all-NCHC selection last season.
They’ll be inducted on Nov. 9 in Toronto.
North Dakota rounded out its coaching staff Wednesday by announcing the hiring of assistant coach Matt Shaw. Shaw, who will work primarily with UND’s defensemen and the power play, boasts more than 20 years of coaching experience at a variety of levels, including stints with three different NHL franchises. “We are extremely pleased to have … Read more
The NCHC has transitioned to a new chair of the Presidents/Chancellors Committee and new officer positions for the 2015-16 Board of Directors. The 2014-15 position officers completed their final duties at the conference’s annual meeting in Naples, Fla., April 27-28 and at the presidents/chancellors meeting in Colorado Springs on May 20. Moving into the chair … Read more
Denver and Colorado College will play outdoors at Coors Field on Feb. 20, 2016 in a game that will be dubbed “The Battle on Blake.” “We couldn’t be more excited to be announcing this game, which we are very pleased to do in partnership with our longtime rivals Colorado College as well as the Colorado … Read more
Colorado College senior Aaron Harstad has been named a 2015 All-American Athlete Award recipient by the National Strength and Conditioning Association and EAS Sports Nutrition. The All-American Strength and Conditioning Athlete of the Year Award program recognizes collegiate and high school athletes whose athletic accomplishments, in the opinion of their strength coach, reflect their dedication … Read more
Rob Doyle, a 1987 Colorado College graduate, will be enshrined in the Colorado College Athletic Hall of Fame on May 30 at the Cheyenne Mountain Conference Resort in Colorado Springs. A three-time MVP of the team, Doyle scored 51 goals and added 151 assists in his four years at CC. His 202 career points lead … Read more
On Wednesday, the NCHC announced its two All-Conference Teams, an Honorable Mention All-Conference team and its All-Rookie Team. 2014-15 NCHC First Team All-Conference 2014-15 NCHC Second Team All-Conference 2014-15 NCHC All-Conference Honorable Mention 2014-15 NCHC All-Rookie Team The NCHC will announce the finalists for its individual awards on Thursday.
According to the Colorado Springs Gazette, Colorado College freshman forward Dan Labosky has left the program. Labosky appeared in two games for the Tigers and did not record a point. “Danny decided to leave so he has a chance to play,” CC coach Mike Haviland told the paper. “I wish him nothing but the best.” … Read more
The Tigers were 56th out of 59 Division I teams in offense last season.
The NCHC announced its preseason all-conference team on Wednesday, with North Dakota junior goaltender Zane McIntyre garnering 25 votes as the only unanimous selection. Local media members from each NCHC school and select national media picked the team.
John Philo has been named the inaugural recipient of the NCHC’s Mark Rudolph Officiating Achievement Award for the 2013-14 season. Philo, who has served 14 seasons as an NCAA official, was presented with the award at the NCHC’s annual linesman camp in the Detroit area on Sept. 20. At the presentation, Philo received a plaque … Read more
Joe Bonnett has been named an American Development Model regional manager by USA Hockey. Bonnett played at Western Michigan and had been an assistant coach at Colorado College from 2000 to 2014.
Karyn Bye Dietz, Brian Rafalski, Jeff Sauer and Lou Vairo will be inducted into the United States Hockey Hall of Fame as the class of 2014. “The class of 2014 is an extraordinary collection of individuals that have had an immensely positive impact on hockey in our country,” said USA Hockey president Ron DeGregorio in … Read more
Chris Kawano, who played eight games as a goaltender for Colorado College from 2003 to 2007, has been named the Tigers’ first director of hockey operations and video coordinator.