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One season after a promising finish, Bentley is struggling to maintain that momentum. The Falcons take on AIC this weekend in a battle to get out of the cellar. Also, Jim Connelly takes a look at college hockey’s current game of musical conferences, including more potential changes for Atlantic Hockey.
Air Force and Army battle for pride — and afterwards, show their respect for each other; and Mike Volonnino explains that, no, he can’t quite singlehandedly get Jared Ross USCHO’s Offensive Player of the Week award.
Paula C. Weston names the CCHA’s newest Blueliner of the Week; Bowling Green gets off the Saturday schneid; and Michigan takes on Western Michigan in the Games of the Week.
How good is Boston College? Beaten only one in their last 17, the Eagles have persevered despite injuries, thanks to not only talent but grit. Dave Hendrickson sounds off on BC’s dominance, as well as surprising sniper Elias Godoy, a couple of rising goaltenders, and a little football talk.
Yale rallies after a tough start; North Country rivals face off; Cornell head coach Mike Schafer hears from the league; and the Big Red players join the fight against breast cancer. Juan Martinez reports.
With every team in conference play, this weekend’s WCHA lineup is highlighted by No. 1 North Dakota’s visit to hard-charging Minnesota. Also, Todd D. Milewski spotlights the scoring difficulties for Wisconsin and Colorado College, who face off in Colorado Springs.
The loss of Findlay hockey throws the CHA into a deadline search to retain its NCAA autobid, with Robert Morris’ nascent team playing a major role. Also: Jared Ross turns heads, and here comes Joe Tallari. Mike Volonnino reports.
Brandon Bochenski makes sure North Dakota didn’t miss Zach Parise; Chris Conner makes a statement as one of the league’s top players; Minnesota makes a run toward the top of the standings; and UAA makes the national rankings. Todd D. Milewski reports.
Monday’s vote on Prop 65 saves the day for three ECAC schools; Brown gets behind its goaltender as a Hobey Baker candidate; and Juan Martinez previews the upcoming weekend’s action.
Dave Hendrickson gives some perspective on the NESCAC and Proposition 65, lauds a World Junior returnee, inspects New Hampshire’s PairWise standing, and above all, discusses why Vermont’s impending move to Hockey East matters.
The race in Atlantic Hockey heats up as Army starts its traditional second-half charge, and Canisius surprises Quinnipiac in Buffalo. Jim Connelly rounds up the action.
Midway through January, and the CCHA standings are bunching up. Paula C. Weston examines the teams in the middle of the pack, any of which could take the conference title — or miss home ice.
Findlay’s decision to drop hockey as a varsity sport leaves its players and coaches high and dry — and the CHA as a whole must move quickly to preserve its automatic bid to the NCAA tournament. Mike Volonnino reports.
Vermont’s departure from the ECAC sends ripples throughout college hockey; the Division III vote draws near; the “Ticket Gate” game is upon us; and Juan Martinez hands out his mid-season awards.
There’s plenty to talk about in the WCHA — the league’s impact on the victorious U.S. team at the World Juniors, Alaska-Anchorage’s roster issues, Colorado College returning to full health, and lots more. Todd D. Milewski rounds up the league.
With Findlay dropping hockey as a varsity sport and Vermont jumping leagues, the shell game may just be getting started in college hockey. Jim Connelly takes a look at the possible short- and long-term impact on Atlantic Hockey.
Massachusetts-Lowell turns on the jets, while New Hampshire and Boston University head in the opposite direction; meanwhile, Northeastern pulls off the upset of the season in Hockey East, and Massachusetts fights out of a slump. Dave Hendrickson reports.
It’s time for New Year’s resolutions for the CCHA! Also, Paula C. Weston hands out her coveted first-ever Blueliner of the Week award, and the Game of the Week features … well, go see for yourself.
As 2004 kicks off, Juan Martinez checks out some New Year’s resolutions around the ECAC. Also: a subpar holiday tournament season takes its toll, Vermont looks into a change of (league) venue, and a preview of this weekend’s action.
Niagara suffers a holiday loss in the form of its star rookie; Wayne State follows up a visit to North Dakota by playing two more powerhouses; and the Serratore brothers bring Division I hockey to a new frontier in Minnesota. Mike Volonnino rounds up the CHA.