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Hakstol leaves North Dakota bench for same role with NHL’s Flyers; Berry named replacement

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The Philadelphia Flyers announced Monday morning that North Dakota’s Dave Hakstol has been named the team’s new head coach. “Dave brings a wealth of head coaching experience and success to the Philadelphia Flyers organization,” said Philadelphia GM Ron Hextall in a statement. “He’s a proven winner and we are pleased to have him become part … Read more

Hobey Hat Trick finalist McIntyre will not return for senior year with North Dakota

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North Dakota goaltender Zane McIntyre will turn pro after three seasons, his family advisor confirmed to the Grand Forks Herald on Tuesday. McIntyre, a Boston Bruins draft pick and 2015 All-American, will soon start negotiations with the NHL club, according to the Herald. His departure means UND will start next season with sophomore Cam Johnson, … Read more

Shields back at Michigan as volunteer assistant coach

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Former Michigan goaltender Steve Shields will join the Wolverines as a volunteer assistant coach. Shields played at the school from 1990 to 1994 and became the first NCAA goalie to reach 100 career wins (111), a record surpassed by Marty Turco (125 wins), who also played at Michigan.

Former St. John’s men’s coach, 1980 Olympian Harrington tapped to lead Minnesota State women’s team

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John Harrington has been named head coach of the Minnesota State women’s hockey program. “We are thrilled to attract someone of John’s caliber to our program,” said Minnesota State director of athletics Kevin Buisman in a news release. “The depth of playing and coaching experience that he brings will be a major asset. John’s name … Read more

Northland to add women’s program for 2016-17 season

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Northland announced Monday that it will add women’s hockey for the 2016-2017 season. The school, which has a men’s team playing in the NCHA, has already begun a search for a coach. “The driving force behind the decision is the continued growth of hockey and Northland’s location, central in a region renowned for highly competitive … Read more

Penn State dismisses freshman Conway for breaking team rules

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Penn State has dismissed freshman forward Scott Conway for violating unspecified team rules. According to a school statement, PSU head coach Guy Gadowsky and the program consider the matter concluded and will have no further comment. During the 2014-15 season, Conway was the Nittany Lions’ top freshman scorer with 10 goals and 26 points in … Read more

Vermont extends Sneddon through 2017-18 season

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Vermont has signed men’s coach Kevin Sneddon to a contract extension through the 2017-18 season. “We look forward with much optimism and excitement knowing that our men’s hockey program will continue in the very capable hands of Kevin and his staff,” said associate vice president and director of athletics Dr. Robert Corran in a statement. … Read more

Michigan’s Hyman a Wooden Citizenship Cup finalist

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Michigan senior forward Zach Hyman was honored as one of five finalists (and the lone hockey player) for the 11th Annual Coach Wooden Citizenship Cup in an awards ceremony in Atlanta on Monday night. Hyman attended the awards ceremony and was honored with a short video presentation before having the chance to address the crowd … Read more

Wisconsin declines to extend Eaves’ contract, inks women’s coach Johnson through ’19-20 season

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After the worst season in program history, Wisconsin’s athletic board decided against extending head coach Mike Eaves’ contract last Friday. However, the UW board did vote to maintain Eaves’ five-year contract that runs through June 30, 2019. This is all a normal part of the process at the end of each season for the board … Read more