This Week in the ECAC: Dec. 6, 2001
Harvard gets a shot at redemption against Brown this weekend. Also: big games in the North Country, and Cornell’s hot streak examined. Becky Blaeser and Jayson Moy report.
Men’s D-I: ECAC
Quinnipiac Drops ‘Braves’ as School’s Athletic Nickname
The Quinnipiac University Board of Trustees has voted to discontinue using “The Braves” as its athletic identity for all of its Division I men’s and women’s athletic teams. The trustees’ decision was based on a recommendation by President John Lahey, and followed a semester of discussions by the Faculty Senate, Student Government Association, President’s Cabinet … Read more
This Week in the ECAC: Nov. 29, 2001
In the not to distant past, the ECAC was underappreciated. But now, even its biggest supporters can see its decline. Is it permanent? This week’s column tackles a complicated issue, providing many questions, but few answers.
This Week in the ECAC: Nov. 15, 2001
In the ever-changing ECAC, Cornell makes an impression with a strong weekend, while preseason favorite Harvard suffers a different kind of loss. Also: the Big Green look to fulfill expectations. Becky Blaeser and Jayson Moy report.
Lane Leaves Harvard for Quebec League
Lane Harvard freshman defenseman Jesse Lane has left the team and the University to play with the Hull Olympiques of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. “This was a decision that was made by Jesse and his family,” said Harvard coach Mark Coach Mazzoleni. “We certainly wish him the best.” One of three freshmen defensemen … Read more
This Week in the ECAC: Nov. 8, 2001
Surprising Brown takes on its New England brethren, while Harvard looks to continue its redemption and central New York hosts four ECAC teams. Becky Blaeser and Jayson Moy report.
Beanpot Finds Home on NESN
The 50th anniversary Beanpot will be televised on New England Sports Network (NESN), according to a report in the Boston Globe. The annual hockey classic, played on the first two Monday nights in February, ran into television difficulties a year ago when WABU, a local Boston television station that showed Boston University games as well … Read more
This Week in the ECAC: Nov. 1, 2001
The ECAC kicks off the regular season this weekend — and not a moment too soon, either. First up, nationally-ranked Harvard and Dartmouth test one another’s mettle in an early-season tsunami. Also: Becky Blaeser and Jayson Moy return in the Iron Columnists’ picks contest.
This Week in the ECAC: Oct. 25, 2001
Only five games dot the ECAC schedule this weekend — all on the road, and four in the state of Minnesota. Jayson Moy and Becky Blaeser round up Rensselaer’s new respect, Union’s lack thereof, and plenty more.
ECAC Regular-Season TV Package Scrapped
College hockey fans hoping to catch an ECAC hockey game on TV during the regular season will be searching in vain. The conference has dropped plans to have a regular-season TV package this season. The ECAC tournament semifinals and championship game will still be televised. Economics was cited as the main reason for the decision. … Read more
This Week In The ECAC: Oct. 18, 2001
The ECAC is still ramping up, with Colgate looking to start on the right foot, St. Lawrence trying to regain its footing, and Union looking for a little respect.
Everybody Has a Heavy Heart
Joe Marsh begins another season behind the St. Lawrence bench, with the memories of Sept. 11 and the loss of two ex-players still fresh in his mind.
This Week in the ECAC: Oct. 11, 2001
With the ECAC now offering its members an expanded nonconference season, Jayson Moy and Becky Blaeser take a look at the fine art of scheduling. Also: Clarkson tries to forget the past, and the Iron Columnists’ picks challenge returns.
Newly-Named Women’s Leagues Produce 1st Coaches’ Polls
Last year’s defending ECAC Champion, Dartmouth, was chosen as the favorite in the ECAC Women’s Hockey League – North Coaches’ Preseason Poll. The Big Green received six of the nine first place votes. The Big Green captured the ECAC Championship last season and lost in the semifinals of the NCAA tournament. The national runners-up, St. … Read more
2001-02 Quinnipiac Season Preview
One of the most successful programs in the MAAC’s brief history faces a challenge this year, as graduation has hit Rand Pecknold’s Quinnipiac Braves hard.
USCHO’s Moy Wins ECAC Media Recognition Award
Jayson Moy, general manager of U.S. College Hockey Online and radio voice for numerous Rensselaer sports, is the recipient of the 2001 ECAC Ice Hockey Media Recognition Award, the ECAC announced today.
It’s Anyone’s Race (Again)
If the ECAC were a racehorse, it would give bettors fits. With two-time playoff champion St. Lawrence perhaps due for a down year, rising programs like Harvard and Dartmouth are poised to take the crown. But don’t count out hard-charging Cornell, or perennial favorite Clarkson. Becky Blaeser and Jayson Moy round up the season.
2001-02 Union Season Preview
Early last season, Union looked like the darkhorse of the decade with its 6-1-2 start. The Skating Dutchmen couldn’t come close to keeping up that pace, but head coach Kevin Sneddon has goaltender Brandon Snee … and rising expectations.
2001-02 St. Lawrence Season Preview
After two straight ECAC tournament titles, St. Lawrence lost a lot of talent to graduation. Joe Marsh’s Saints will rely on a team concept to replace the likes of Erik Anderson, and also face a battle in nets.
2001-02 Yale Season Preview
No one player is likely to replace Jeff Hamilton for Yale, so the Bulldogs will ask at least two — captain Luke Earl and powerful Nick Deschenes — to pick up the slack. A solid defense will also be critical for Tim Taylor’s squad.