Don’t Forget Ted Cook
With his nation-best 32 goals, Ted Cook has a nose for the net that few players can match. Vince McConeghy touts Niagara’s star forward’s skill, determination and Hobey Baker qualifications.
Men’s D-I: Niagara
He Could Go All the Way
Sean Bentivoglio’s success at Niagara has more than a few expecting bigger things down the line for the Purple Eagles’ captain, Vince McConeghy says.
Patno Named Women’s Assistant At Niagara
With opening weekend just days away, Christine Patno was named assistant women’s hockey coach today at Niagara University. “We are very pleased to have Christine join our Purple Eagle staff,” said head women’s hockey coach Margot Page. “To be able to get someone of her coaching caliber at this point in the season is a … Read more
2006-07 Niagara Season Preview
Niagara returns possibly the most potent offensive attack in the CHA this year, yet is bringing aboard a freshman class in the double digits. Last year’s regular-season champions, the Purple Eagles are aiming once again to win that title and avenge their tournament final defeat to Bemidji State. Scoring goals won’t be a problem. In … Read more
Men’s Assistant McDonald Named RIT Women’s Head Coach
RIT men’s assistant coach Scott McDonald has been named head coach of the RIT women’s team. “We are very pleased to have Scott join us as head coach of women’s ice hockey,” said Lou Spiotti, Director of the Center for Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreation at RIT. “He brings a strong set of qualities and experiences … Read more
O’Connell Joins Holy Cross Staff
Holy Cross has named Albie O’Connell an assistant men’s ice hockey coach. The announcement was made by head coach Paul Pearl and athletics director Richard M. Regan, Jr. O’Connell will serve as the recruiting coordinator. O’Connell comes to Holy Cross from Niagara, where he was as an assistant coach for the last two seasons. He … Read more
Former Goalie Gardner Joins Niagara Staff
Niagara University men’s hockey coach Dave Burkholder has added former Purple Eagle standout goaltender Greg Gardner to his coaching staff. “I am very excited to have Greg back at Niagara University hockey. We shared some very special times throughout his storied career here,” Burkholder said. “Add to that his professional experience and it makes him … Read more
Burkholder Extends Niagara Contract Through 2010
Niagara men’s hockey coach Dave Burkholder has agreed to a multi-year contract that continues his leadership of the Purple Eagle program through 2009-10, interim director of athletics Bill Agronin announced today. Burkholder, who enters his sixth season, agreed to a two-year deal after having two years remaining on his current contract, Agronin said. “I am … Read more
Niagara AD Hermann Leaves For Towson U.
Niagara athletics director Mike Hermann has stepped down after eight years to become the athletics director at Towson University in Towson, Md. “The eight years I have spent at Niagara have been the most rewarding of my professional career. I have appreciated, in particular, the support of the president, Father Joseph Levesque,” Hermann said. “The … Read more
Niagara Coach Burkholder To Join NCAA Ice Hockey Committee
Niagara head coach Dave Burkholder has been named to the NCAA Division I Men’s Ice Hockey Committee, it was announced Friday. Burkholder, who is in his fifth year at the helm of the Purple Eagle program and his 10th season overall at Niagara, will help select the field for the NCAA Tournament and be involved … Read more
Road Warriors
Ever wonder what a college hockey team goes through on a road trip? Vince McConeghy lifts the curtain on Niagara’s visit to Minnesota, in an USCHO Extra feature currently available to everyone.
2005-06 Niagara Season Preview
Barret Ehgoetz and Ryan Gale have moved on and left Niagara with gaping holes up front. But coach Dave Burkholder isn’t one to panic, and in fact has high optimism as his Purple Eagles start their 10th season of college hockey. Ehgoetz, NU’s all-time leading scorer, was Mr. Everything for Niagara a year ago, including … Read more
Carriere Takes Buffalo State Helm
Buffalo State has announced that Nick Carriere has accepted the position of head men’s hockey coach, effective August 8. Carriere comes to Buffalo State after spending the past three seasons as an assistant coach at Fredonia, where he worked extensively in the program’s recruiting efforts in New York, Ontario, Quebec, Michigan and Ohio. He also … Read more
Hills Leaves Geneseo for RIT Assistant Job
Geneseo coach Brian Hills, who led the Ice Knights to the SUNYAC title and an NCAA berth last season, has resigned to accept an assistant coaching position at RIT. The Tigers are moving to Division I this coming season. The move reunites Hills with RIT head coach Wayne Wilson. Hills and Wilson were teammates and … Read more
Niagara’s Gale Force
Ryan Gale’s role has expanded dramatically for Niagara, courtesy of hard work, dedication — and a sudden scoring burst.
Back From The Brink
Niagara has weathered a difficult first half, thanks in part to the efforts of associate head coach Jerry Forton.
Van Nynatten to Miss Eight Weeks
Niagara goaltender Jeff Van Nynatten will miss the next eight weeks after injuring to his index finger in practice on Monday, it was announced by head coach Dave Burkholder. The injury will require surgery, which is scheduled for Tuesday afternoon. Van Nynatten led all College Hockey America netminders with 18 wins last season and earned … Read more
2004-05 Niagara Season Preview
When you’re at the top of the heap, everyone comes gunning for you. And after a 21-win campaign, a post-season conference championship and a trip to the NCAA tournament, Niagara University figures to have a big, purple target painted on its back. The Purple Eagles finished with the second-best record in the team’s nine-year history … Read more
RIT Explores Jump to D-I, Atlantic Hockey
Atlantic Hockey will vote on Wednesday whether or not to expand from its current membership and, if so, which members will be accepted. The vote will be part of a meeting of the league’s athletic directors in Albany, N.Y. Among those rumored to be considered for acceptance into the league include Robert Morris, Air Force … Read more
Holy Cross, Quinnipiac Remain in ECAC Hunt
The ECAC is down to Quinnipiac and Holy Cross for its choice of new membership to the league. Either, both or neither of the two schools will be chosen, as the ECAC’s Policy Committee makes its final considerations.