TMQ: How much respect is too much?
Does Michigan deserve the No. 19 ranking? And how about the goaltending we’ve seen so far this season? Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski discuss in this week’s Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
Men’s D-I: Notre Dame
TMQ: Win over Union adds to legitimacy of Dartmouth’s start
Good starts by Dartmouth and Denver, an Atlantic Hockey breakthrough, great goaltending and wishes for a speedy recovery are on the docket for Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski in this week’s edition of Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
TMQ: A record is safe but some teams’ seasons aren’t
A pair of one-win teams are facing uphill battles. Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski talk about Maine and Wisconsin in this week’s edition of Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
TMQ: Teams standing out, players stepping up
Denver is out to a 4-0 start, joining others who have impressed early this season. Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski discuss in this week’s edition of Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
Notre Dame hopes experience lets it better handle expectations
Notre Dame has a lot to live up to. After finishing the 2011-12 season tied for eighth place, the Fighting Irish topped the CCHA preseason coaches poll and were second in the media balloting. “Like everyone,” coach Jeff Jackson said, “we have high expectations going into the year. For the last two years we have … Read more
Colgate adds former Niagara coach Sciba as new assistant coach
The Colgate women’s team has hired former Niagara head coach Josh Sciba as an assistant coach. Sciba was the Purple Eagles’ head coach last season after spending three seasons as an assistant coach with the program. “Josh brings a wealth of experience from his time at Niagara University where he spent several years as an … Read more
Micheletto, UMass hockey both set out to find their place
New Massachusetts coach John Micheletto wasn’t the first one offered the Minutemen job, but he says it’s time to move forward. Jim Connelly reports.
Hockey City Classic scheduled for Soldier Field in February 2013
The Hockey City Classic, an outdoor college hockey doubleheader featuring four top programs, is scheduled for Feb. 17, 2013 at Chicago’s Soldier Field. Notre Dame will play Miami and Minnesota will skate against Wisconsin during the outdoor event at the home of the NFL’s Chicago Bears. Game times will be announced at a later date. … Read more
Alaska AD Karr moving to Northern Michigan for similar role
Forrest Karr has been named the Northern Michigan director of athletics, recreational sports and the United States Olympic Education Center/special assistant to the president and will start his new position on June 11. Karr is currently the athletic director at Alaska and was one of three finalists considered for the Wildcats athletic director position. “I’m … Read more
Minnesota-Duluth’s Connolly named Senior CLASS Award winner
Minnesota-Duluth’s Jack Connolly has been named the 2012 winner of the Lowe’s Senior CLASS Award, presented to the most outstanding senior student-athlete in Division I men’s hockey. Connolly is one of three finalists for the Hobey Baker Award, and he is a three-time WCHA All-Academic selection. “Winning the Lowe’s Senior CLASS Award means a lot … Read more
Report: Red Wings to sign Notre Dame junior Sheahan
Notre Dame junior forward Riley Sheahan, the Detroit Red Wings’ top pick in the 2010 NHL draft, is on the verge of turning pro, according to mlive.com. Sheahan has left school and signed an amateur tryout contract with the American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins and is expected to join the Griffins for Thursday’s game … Read more
Lee announces he’ll return to Notre Dame for junior season
Notre Dame sophomore left wing Anders Lee announced on Tuesday that he would be returning to Notre Dame to continue his collegiate hockey career during the 2012-13 season. “I look forward to returning to Notre Dame next season to work towards my degree while pursuing a championship on the ice with my teammates,” said Lee … Read more
TMQ: Teams waiting, hoping for more games to play
Northern Michigan is out of the CCHA playoffs, but it’s not too far out of the running for an NCAA tournament spot. What do you do if you’re the Wildcats? Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski have this week’s edition of Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
TMQ: It’s so hard to say goodbye, but one former top-level team will do so
Playoffs are starting and league titles are on the line. Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski look around the country in Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
TMQ: Ferris State beating all the predictions with heart
Picked for ninth in the CCHA by the coaches entering the season, the Bulldogs are the new No. 1 team in the country. Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski talk about that, the Beanpot and more in Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
TMQ: BU back up to No. 1, but plenty of teams could be there
Who’s No. 1? It’s Boston University in the poll, but a number of teams have legitimate claims. Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski have this week’s edition of Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
Commentary: Thoughts on Minnesota’s potential, national goaltending and rivalries
Dave Starman returns with quick thoughts on topics around college hockey.
Notre Dame’s Jackson apologizes for dig at CCHA officiating
Notre Dame coach Jeff Jackson has issued the following apology for recent remarks made in a story here on USCHO.com. “During a recent interview, I made some inappropriate remarks regarding CCHA officiating,” said Jackson in a statement. “It was wrong for me to do so, and for that I would like to express my sincere … Read more
TMQ: Shaking up the top 10 after a volatile weekend
Miami is on a roll; Western Michigan, Union and Northeastern have slipped; and ECAC Hockey might have an NCAA tournament shortfall. Jim Connelly and Todd D. Milewski have Tuesday Morning Quarterback.
CCHA upholds Sheahan’s one-game suspension
Notre Dame announced Friday that it has appealed the one-game suspension that the CCHA handed out to Riley Sheahan on Thursday (Jan. 19), but Saturday, the CCHA announced it has upheld their ruling and Sheahan will be ineligible to play in tonight’s game against Michigan. The league’s ruling on Jan. 19 came after a review … Read more