Women’s D-III picks: Jan. 26
A renewed rivalry in the NESCAC between Hamilton and Middlebury, and a big battle between Norwich and UMass Boston are among the highlights this week. Nicole picks the games.
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This week in Women’s D-III: Consistency a big part of the program at Middlebury
Always one of the most consistent teams in the country, the Middlebury Panthers are again looking to be playing their best hockey come February. It’s a part of the culture of the program and its allure to new players.
Women’s D-III wrap: Top 10 tie
A game between No. 3 Norwich and No. 2 Elmira fittingly ended in a tie. Nicole recaps that game and more from the top 10 action.
Women’s D-III picks: Jan. 19
What a weekend of games, with No. 5 Gustavus Adolphus facing a strong Augsburg team, No. 3 Norwich facing No. 2 Elmira, and No. 1 Plattsburgh facing No. 10 Amherst. Nicole picks these games and more.
Elmira women grow stronger from tough circumstances
After a tough set of circumstances last season with shuffling coaches, the Elmira Soaring Eagles have grown from those experiences and are looking toward the postseason and a national championship.
Women’s D-III: Weekend wrap Jan. 14
No. 7 Middlebury routed No. 10 Endicott, while No. 8 St. Thomas and No. 4 Gustavus Adolphus had a competitive series that ended with a tie and a win for the Tommies.
Women’s D-III picks: Jan. 12
No. 10 Endicott faces two ranked teams in Middlebury and Norwich, while No. 2 Plattsburgh faces a tough Buffalo State team. Nicole picks the games.
St. Thomas gears up for critical MIAC series
St. Thomas may not be as deep as in the past, but the team is ready for a critical series this weekend with Gustavus Adolphus.
Hamline men’s, women’s teams move home arena to St. Paul’s TRIA Rink at Treasure Island Center
The Hamline women’s and men’s teams have a new home to skate in — one with a panoramic view of downtown St. Paul.
Weekend picks: Jan. 5
The East West Showcase is just one of this weekend’s highlights. Nicole picks the games.
Christmas wishes
This time of year always feels like it sneaks up on me, and never more so than when talking Division III hockey. We’re part way through the season and ready to head into the holiday break. While students finish up finals and you all finish your holiday preparation, here are the things I’m asking Santa … Read more
Weekend wrap: Dec. 10
No. 6 Gustavus Adolphus at No. 5 Wisconsin-River Falls Callie Hoff’s unassisted goal for Wis.-River Falls was the only scoring in this one until Kaitlyn Klein tallied two power-play goals in the third period to eke out the win for Gustavus. No. 8 Connecticut College at No. 1 Norwich This game was close through two … Read more
Weekend picks: Dec. 8
There are very few games on the schedule next weekend, so this is the last set of games before the winter break, and they are all nonconference matchups. Friday, Dec. 8 Hamline at St. Scholastica I’m intrigued by this one because each squad has a similar record as well as similar goals scored and goals … Read more
Wisconsin-Eau Claire looks to challenge for the top
The Wisconsin-Eau Claire Blugolds finished the 2015-16 season with a 9-13-5 overall record and a 2-8-2 record in conference. In the season and a half since then, under new coach Erik Strand, UWEC has a record of 23-14-2 and has spent the last week ranked no. 10 in the country. The team has responded positively … Read more
Augsburg hockey teams having success
The Augsburg men’s hockey team and women’s hockey team are both off and running, with one of the best combined records in D-III hockey. They both have their sights set on the MIAC championship and the NCAA tournament. Brian Lester reports.
Weekend wrap: Dec. 3
Augsburg vs. No. 9 St. Thomas On Friday, Estee Frantz scored a short-handed goal for St. Thomas in the first period and Mikayla Jones tied it up for Augsburg in the second. This one could not be resolved in 65:00 and ended in a 1-1 tie. On Saturday, it was all St. Thomas as Frantz, … Read more
Weekend picks: Dec. 1
No. 8 Connecticut College at No. 6 Middlebury These two teams split a series last season, with each earning a 3-1 victory. Both teams are early in their season, but Middlebury faced some of the toughest competition anyone will see this year in last weekend’s Plattsburgh tournament. They took Adrian to OT before succumbing, and … Read more
New league, new coach, new outlook for Chatham
Chatham senior Kasandra Petersen feels more comfortable on the ice through the first eight games of the season than she has the rest of her time as a Cougar. It’s been a hectic off season for Chatham, as it joined the newly formed UCHC, brought in a new head coach and saw former star Erika … Read more
Weekend wrap: Nov. 26
No. 3 Elmira vs. No. 6 Middlebury This one was close until midway through the second. Elmira opened the scoring with a goal from Shannon Strawinski and Jessica Young tied it up for Middlebury, but Emma Crocker scored two straight and Kristin Chivers sealed the win for Elmira. No. 4 Adrian at No. 2 Plattsburgh … Read more
Weekend picks: Nov. 24
Plattsburgh Tournament No matter the matchups, these games will be really entertaining to watch. Friday’s games are set, but Saturday’s games, which will match the winners of Friday’s games together and the losers together, will also be worth checking out. No. 3 Elmira at No. 6 Middlebury Middlebury has just two games under its belts … Read more