Rankings roundup: How ranked teams fared, Feb. 23-28
Here’s how the teams in the Feb. 23, 2015, USCHO.com Division I Men’s Poll fared from Monday, Feb. 23 to Saturday, Feb. 28.
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Two returning finalists among 28 nominees for 2015 Mike Richter Award
The award honors the most outstanding goaltender in Division I men’s hockey.
Minnesota, Boston College trios highlight 2015 Patty Kazmaier finalists
Three players each from Minnesota and Boston College are among the 10 finalists for the 2015 Patty Kazmaier Memorial Award. The winner of the award, given to the best player in Division I women’s hockey, will be unveiled at a brunch ceremony at the McNamara Alumni Center in Minneapolis on Saturday, March 21, as part … Read more
Brown women’s coach Bourbeau resigns after four seasons
Brown women’s coach Amy Bourbeau stepped down on Thursday. “I want to thank Coach Bourbeau for her contributions to the Brown women’s hockey program and its student-athletes,” said Brown director of athletics Jack Hayes in a statement. “I wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors.” Bourbeau coached the Bears from 2011 to … Read more
North Dakota’s Faison replaces Knowlton as NCAA Division I committee chair
North Dakota athletic director Brian Faison will serve as chair of the NCAA Division I Men’s Ice Hockey Committee when it convenes to set the bracket for this season’s NCAA tournament.
Hockey East hands Northeastern’s Madigan two-game suspension for behavior toward officials
Northeastern coach Jim Madigan has been suspended for his team’s final two regular season games because of what Hockey East called unsportsmanlike behavior directed at officials.
Michigan State suspends Gatt, Pavelek indefinitely
Michigan State freshmen Dylan Pavelek and Carson Gatt have been suspended indefinitely by the team for a unspecified violation of team rules, the Lansing State Journal’s Chris Solari reported on Twitter.
WCHA suspends Minnesota women’s defenseman McMillen one game
The WCHA women’s conference announced Tuesday that it has assessed a one-game suspension to Minnesota junior defenseman Milica McMillen. The suspension is a result of McMillen’s game misconduct infraction for contact to the head that occurred at the 7:59 mark of the third period last Saturday, Feb. 21, at Bemidji State. Minnesota’s next scheduled game … Read more
Denver’s Larraza suspended one game by NCHC for head shot against Colorado College
The NCHC announced Tuesday that it has issued a one-game suspension to Denver senior forward Zac Larraza as the result of an illegal hit during the Pioneers game against Colorado College on Saturday, Feb. 21. Larraza was suspended after a review of a play in which a hit was delivered to the head of a … Read more
Norwich’s Pelletier tabbed Player of the Year in ECAC East
The ECAC East recently announced its year-end award winners for the 2014-15 season, in addition to three All-Conference Teams and an All-Rookie Team. Norwich sophomore William Pelletier took home the Player of the Year award after averaging more than two points per game with 14 goals and 35 points in just 17 games for the … Read more
Stonehill earns three of five Northeast-10 year-end awards
The Northeast-10 has announced its year-end awards, All-Conference Teams and an All-Rookie Team. St. Michael’s senior forward A.J. Pieprzak is the Player of the Year after recording 11 goals and 20 assists for 31 points for the Purple Knights. Stonehill senior Chris Tasiopoulos took home Goaltender of the Year honors after going 13-3-3 with a … Read more
Mercyhurst Ice Center to undergo $300,000 overhaul
The Mercyhurst Ice Center will undergo a $300,000 renovation project that will include a complete makeover of the lobby, as well as increased, and raised, seating, especially at the west end above the varsity locker rooms to allow for more seating capacity and better viewing. The arena first opened on Dec. 8, 1991. The university’s … Read more
Lebanon Valley College adding women’s Division III team, moving men’s team back to D-III in ECAC West
Lebanon Valley College announced Monday that it will add women’s hockey and its men’s hockey program will return to NCAA Division III, both effective for the 2016-17 season. On April 20, the school announced the men’s program will join the ECAC West. “I am very excited for our program to be rejoining ECAC West,” LVC … Read more
Rankings roundup: How ranked teams fared, Feb. 16-22
Here’s how the teams in the Feb. 16, 2015, USCHO.com Division I Men’s Poll fared from Monday, Feb. 16 to Sunday, Feb. 22.
U.S. Women’s National Team chock-full of former, current NCAA players
USA Hockey announced recently the roster for the U.S. Women’s National Team that will compete in the 2015 IIHF Women’s World Championship that will be held March 28 to April 4 at Malmo Isstadion in Malmo, Sweden. The 23-player roster features 13 members of the silver medal-winning 2014 U.S. Women’s Olympic Team. Reagan Carey, USA … Read more
Report: New York University looking at jump to ECAC Division III
According to a report in the Washington Square News, New York University is looking to advance its current club team to varsity status. NYU could potentially join an ECAC Division III conference and plans are on the table to move the school’s home rink from the Sky Rink in Chelsea Piers to the Kingsbridge Armory … Read more
NCHC doles out one-game bans for illegal hits to Western Michigan’s McKee, Denver’s Moore
The NCHC has issued one-game suspensions to both Western Michigan sophomore forward Mike McKee and Denver sophomore forward Trevor Moore after illegal hits in their respective games on Saturday, Feb. 14. McKee was suspended after a review of a play in which a hit was delivered to the back of an Omaha player at 9:11 … Read more
Penn State’s Glen assessed one-game suspension by Big Ten for butt-ending incident
The Big Ten announced Monday that Penn State junior forward David Glen has been suspended for one game as a result of a butt-ending incident in the Nittany Lions’ game against Michigan State on Feb. 14. The incident occurred near the 2:58 mark of the third period, but no penalty was called on the play. … Read more
Rankings roundup: How ranked teams fared, Feb. 9-15
Here’s how the teams in the Feb. 9, 2015, USCHO.com Division I Men’s Poll fared from Monday, Feb. 9 to Sunday, Feb. 15:
Ten finalists announced for 2015 Senior CLASS Award
Ten men’s Division I players have been named finalists for the 2014-15 Senior CLASS Award. An acronym for Celebrating Loyalty and Achievement for Staying in School, the Senior CLASS Award focuses on the total student-athlete and students who use their athletic platforms to make a positive impact as leaders in their communities. The finalists were … Read more