Men’s D-I in general
All 10 Hobey Baker Memorial Award finalists, as well as 10 players competing in this weekend’s Frozen Four in Albany, N.Y., were among the 2000-2001 JOFA/AHCA All-Americans, as named Thursday by the American Hockey Coaches Association. The All-Americans, chosen by the AHCA’s membership, include three players each from Michigan, North Dakota and Boston College, and … Read more
Bob Mancini, recently mentioned as a candidate for the UMass-Lowell coaching position vacated by Tim Whitehead, denied interest in the job Thursday. “I was asked to call the [athletic director] … and I did,” said Mancini. “We talked about it. He asked me if I was interested to send a resume. I didn’t. “I’m not … Read more
A quartet of teams remain in the chase for the NCAA championship, which means it’s time for our annual Frozen Four preview. USCHO.com’s crack writing staff kicks off the festivities in Albany, N.Y., with a look at the contenders and the games.
Niagara’s Blaise MacDonald visited UMass-Lowell on Monday to interview for the head coaching position opened by the departure last month of Tim Whitehead. MacDonald Speaking to reporters Monday evening at Buffalo Niagara International Airport upon his return, MacDonald said his interest in the Lowell job is heightened by Niagara’s status as a member of College … Read more
Wisconsin sophomore forward Dany Heatley, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft, has signed a three-year deal with the Atlanta Thrashers. The deal is worth up to a reported $11 million over three years, including performance bonuses.
So says UND coach Dean Blais, of Hobey Baker finalist Jeff Panzer. Todd D. Milewski reports.
Wayne Wilson, head coach of RIT, has been named the 2000-2001 Edward Jeremiah Award winner. The award, presented by the American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA), recognizes the National College Division Coach of the Year. Wilson led his team to a 27-1-1 season, going undefeated throughout the season before losing to Plattsburgh in the national championship … Read more
North Dakota’s athletics director said he will talk to the school’s hockey staff after learning prized recruit Brandon Bochenski pleaded guilty to one count of felony aggravated forgery in Anoka County, Minn., on Feb. 26. “I would like to talk to our hockey staff and make sure [Bochenski’s felony] is common knowledge,” UND athletics director … Read more
According to Todd D. Milewski, if anyone deserves a few breaks, it’s North Dakota coach Dean Blais.
There are still some who doubt the MAAC’s right to an NCAA tournament bid, but after Mercyhurst’s near-upset of Michigan, their ranks are thinned. Jim Connelly reports on the Lakers’ mission in Grand Rapids, Mich.
Maine coach Shawn Walsh successfully underwent surgery yesterday afternoon at the National Institute of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, Md. The debulking procedure, which included a pneumonectomy (removal of his left lung and removal of cancerous tumors located under his breastplate) was performed by Dr. David Schrump of the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Dr. Richard Childs … Read more
UMass-Lowell defenseman Ron Hainsey, who just completed his sophomore season, has signed a three-year contract with the Montreal Canadiens and will be assigned to their AHL affiliate in Quebec. Hainsey Hainsey, who was taken by Montreal as the 13th overall pick in the 2000 NHL Entry Draft, was second on the River Hawks with 36 … Read more
The CCHA, in conjunction with its 30th anniversary season, has released its all-decade teams for the 1990s, 1980s and 1970s.
Tim Whitehead, head coach at UMass-Lowell for the past five years, has resigned his position effective April 30, 2001. Whitehead was the runner-up for Hockey East Coach of the Year and is a finalist for the Spencer T. Penrose Award as National Coach of the Year.
With the Frozen Four and the Hobey Baker Memorial Award in sight, even temperate men and women can lose their composure debating the relative merits of Eastern vs. Western hockey. With tongue firmly in cheek, Paula C. Weston offers a simple solution to a vexing problem.
Maine coach Shawn Walsh will undergo surgery on Thursday to remove his left lung and as many tumors as possible in preparation for a stem-cell transplant three or four weeks later.
Despite 32 wins and a lofty national ranking, a certain reputation surrounds Michigan State, one which can be summed up in a single word: bor-ing! In a special feature, Steve Klein breaks down the Spartans and finds that the number-one team in the land is anything but.
Last year’s Spencer Penrose Award winner, Joe Marsh from St. Lawrence, is among the 12 finalists for this year’s award, sponsored annually by the American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA). Five of the 12 finalists are participating in this year’s NCAA tournament. The following are this year’s candidates: Craig Barnett, Findlay: Competing in a Division I … Read more
Despite Michigan State’s position as the nation’s number-one team, the squad getting most of the attention — not all of it welcome — at the West Regional might be MAAC champion Mercyhurst. History will be made this weekend in Grand Rapids, Mich.; USCHO’s conference writers bring you the 411.
After five seasons on the job, Dean Talafous has been fired from his duties as head coach at Alaska-Anchorage. The announcement was made today by UAA athletic director Dr. Steve Cobb. Cobb said, “The University of Alaska Anchorage appreciates the significant contributions Dean Talafous has made to hockey at UAA over the last five years.” … Read more