DATE
Opponent
Site
TIME/PLACE
Fri., Oct. 5
vs. Dordt
Grand Rapids, Mich.
W 2-1
Sat., Oct. 6
vs. Redeemer (Ontario, Canada)
Grand Rapids, Mich.
W 5-1
Fri., Oct. 12
vs. Wayne State @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
W 3-2
Sat., Oct. 13
@ Wayne State @ City Sports Center
Detroit, Michigan
L 5-6
Fri., Oct 19
@ Northwood @ Midland Civic Center
Midland, Mich.
W 7-1
Sat., Oct. 20
vs. Northwood @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
L 4-3
Fri., Oct. 26
vs. Detroit Mercy @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
W 7-2
Sat., Oct. 27
vs. Kettering @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
W 7-2
Fri., Nov. 2
@ Northwestern @ Robert Crown Arena
Evanston, Ill.
W 7-1
Sat., Nov. 3
@ Northwestern @ Robert Crown Arena
Evanston, Ill.
W 2-1
Fri., Nov. 9
@ Lansing Community College* @ Summit Centre
Lansing, Mich.
9 p.m.
Sat., Nov. 10
vs. Lansing Community College* @ Griff's
Grand Rapids, Mich.
5:20 p.m.
Fri., Nov. 16
vs. Calvin* @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
8:20 p.m.
Sat., Nov. 17
@ Calvin College* @ Eagle Ice Center
Grand Rapids, Mich.
7:45 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 1
@ Davenport* @ Paterson Ice Arena
Grand Rapids, Mich.
4 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 2
vs. Davenport* @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
4:20 p.m.
Fri.. Dec. 7
@ Lawrence Tech @ Southfield Sports Arena
Southfield, Mich.
8 p.m.
Sat., Dec. 8
vs. Delta Community College @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
8:20 p.m.
Fri., Dec. 14
@ Holy Cross @ Ice Box Arena
South Bend, Ind.
TBA
Sat., Dec. 15
vs. Holy Cross @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
5:20 p.m.
Sat., Jan. 12
vs. Michigan State* @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
5:20 p.m.
Sun., Jan. 13
@ Michigan State* @ Munn Ice Arena
East Lansing, Mich.
1:45 p.m.
Fri., Jan. 18
vs. Hope College* @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
8:20 p.m.
Sat., Jan. 19
@ Hope College* @ The Edge Ice Arena
Holland, Mich.
8:45 p.m.
Fri., Jan. 25
vs. Adrian* @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
8:20 p.m.
Sat., Jan. 26
@ Adrian* @ Arrington Arena
Adrian, Mich.
7 p.m.
Fri., Feb. 1
@ Grand Valley State* @ Georgetown Ice Arena
Allendale, Mich.
8 p.m.
Sat., Feb. 2
vs. Grand Valley State* @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
5:20 p.m.
Fri., Feb. 8
@ Kettering @ Polar Palance Arena
Lapeer, Mich.
7:30 p.m.
Sat., Feb. 9
vs. Delta Community College @ Griff's Ice House
Grand Rapids, Mich.
8:20 p.m.
Dear Aquinas College Hockey Fans, It is my privilege to welcome you to our newest AQ sport venture - the men's ice hockey program - as they begin their inaugural season at the College. We appreciate your support of this historic and ‘first ever’ Aquinas Hockey Team. Aquinas College has made an unwavering commitment to operate this hockey program in a first class manner and now ask you to be part of that effort. We are proud of our outstanding coaching staff for their efforts both on the ice and behind the scenes. We also applaud the student-athletes who represent Aquinas College in this exciting sport. They are all being held to the same standards of our other 23 sports teams. We expect them to represent Aquinas College, the hockey program - and most importantly their families in a manner that reflects favorably on all. Your support is also vital to the success and growth of hockey at Aquinas College. The motto for our fans is "Be Loud, Be Proud, and Be Respectful ". We would urge you to keep this in mind as you cheer on our Hockey Saints. The 2012 - 2013 schedule is most challenging for a young program, but we feel that our team is ready for this challenge against many schools who have established “hockey traditions”. Have a great evening at Griff's Icehouse and remember, “It’s great to be a Saint!”
Terry Bocian Director of Athletics Aquinas College
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AFFILIATION: ACHA Division 3 HOME ICE: Griff’s Ice House
AQUINAS COLLEGE GENERAL INFORMATION LOCATION: Grand Rapids, Michigan FOUNDED: 1886 NICKNAME: Saints COLORS: Maroon/Grey PRESIDENT: Dr. Juan Olivarez (2nd year) ENROLLMENT: 2,518 students STUDENT-FACULTY RATIO: 15:1
SPORTS INFORMATION AND ATHLETICS SPORTS INFO DIRECTOR:Mike Wojciakowski SID PHONE: 616-632-2482 MEDIA GUIDE PUBLICATION: Linda Nash WEB-SITES: www.aquinas.edu, www.whac.net VARSITY SPORTS: 24 Sport Opportunities ATHLETIC DIRECTOR: Terry Bocian ATHLETIC PHONE: 616-632-2474 FACULTY REPRESENTATIVE: Gary Karasinski
SAINTS HOCKEY HEAD COACH: Mark VanVliet (1st year) ASSISTANT COACH: Duane Ambrose (1st year) ASSISTANT COACH: Chris Laska (1st year)
2012 Hockey Schedule
Inside Cover
A letter from Athletic Director Terry Bocian
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AQ at a glance/Table of Contents
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Aquinas College
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Grand Rapids
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Roster
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Head Coach Mark VanVliet
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Assistant Coaches
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Meet the team
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Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good. Aquinas College is rooted in the Dominican traditions of prayer, study, community and service, combined with a deep respect for truth, honesty and integrity. In this spirit, we strive to create an environment in which integrity is prized and practiced. We expect all community members to uphold these values through honesty, fairness, and respect for others.
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Located on the eastern edge of Grand Rapids, Aquinas’ location allows students to reap the benefits of living in Michigan’s second largest city. With over one million people in the greater metropolitan area, Grand Rapids plays host to numerous festivals, concerts and cultural events each year. Aquinas’ campus creates a peaceful environment that is just moments away from the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. Residing on 109 wooded acres, the Aquinas College campus blends early twentieth-century architecture with modern-day structures. The campus is home to over 107 species of trees and shrubs, winding woodland paths and inviting creeks and ponds. Only 30 miles from beautiful Lake Michigan for a relaxing afternoon.
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No.
Name
Ht.
Yr.
Hometown/High School (College)
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Luis Vecchio
6-2
Jr.
East Grand Rapids, Mich.
3
Will Adamson
5-11
Fr.
Cadillac, Mich.
5
Tyler Godfrey
6-0
Sr.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
7
Matt Krzykwa
5-10
So.
Sparta, Mich.
8
Jonathan Edwards
5-11
Fr.
Battle Creek, Mich.
9
Brandon Scherzer
6-2
Fr.
Sparta, Mich.
10
Travis Mitchell
5-10
So.
Kalamazoo, Mich.
11
Jimmy McDonagh
6-0
Jr.
Battle Creek, Mich.
12
Carson Miller
6-1
Fr.
Kalamazoo, Mich.
14
Hugh Ingalls
5-9
Jr.
Battle Creek, Mich.
16
Doug Zelenka
6-0
Fr.
West Olive, Mich.
17
Michael Gugin
6-2
So.
Little Chute, Wis.
18
Justen Caudill
6-2
Fr.
Monroe, Mich.
19
Brendan Sturr
5-7
Sr.
Muskegon, Mich..
20
Kyle Jansens
6-0
Fr.
Byron Center, Mich.
22
Lucas Nadrasik
5-11
Fr.
Schoolcraft, Mich.
23
Brenden Giffel
6-0
Fr.
Grandville, Mich.
24
Matthew VandenBerg
6-2
Jr.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
25
Scott Johnson
6-0
So.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
26
Christian Potter
6-4
Jr.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
27
Greg Baranyai
6-2
Jr.
Hillman, Mich.
28
Sam Matthews
5-9
Fr.
Hopkins, Mich.
30
Jake Stille
6-3
Fr.
Grand Rapids, Mich.
35
Matthew Daniels
5-11
Fr.
Grand Haven, Mich.
44
Nolan Smith
6-4
Sr.
Allegan, Mich.
71
Taylor Hodges
5-9
Fr.
Zeeland, Mich.
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Stephanie Augustine
Fr.
Elk Rapids, Mich.
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Christian where he garnered All League Honors in both the 1974-75 and 1975-76 seasons. After high school he attended Calvin College where he majored in Physical Education and served as the Knights starting goaltender for three straight seasons from 1977-1980. VanVliet then capped his career by playing Senior “A” hockey in Lansing, Mich. from 1980-81. Mark is employed at Gilson Graphics where he serves as an account executive. He and his wife Faith currently live in the Grand Rapids area and have four children: Jillian, Jenna, Marygrace, and Theodore (Teddy).
Head Coach Mark VanVliet
Mark VanVliet begins his first year as head coach for the inaugural Aquinas College Men’s Ice Hockey Team. Coach VanVliet has been involved with the West Michigan Hockey Community for over 35 years as a player, official, and coach. Most recently VanVliet served as an Assistant Coach at Davenport University. In just four seasons he helped guide the Panthers’ Division 3 Program from its’ inception to two straight appearances at the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) National Finals in 2010 and 2011. Prior to Davenport University, VanVliet served as head coach at Grand Rapids South Christian, Grand Rapids Union, and Grand Rapids Christian High Schools as well as coaching in the Kentwood Hockey and Skating Association (KHSA). A goaltender by trade, Coach VanVliet played for Grand Rapids
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Duane Ambrose Assistant Coach Duane Ambrose has been the faculty advisor to the hockey club for the past eight years and initiated the discussions that lead to Aquinas making the jump to ACHA club status for the 2012 season. A lifelong hockey player Duane learned the game in Twin Port city of Superior, Wisconsin. Duane continued to be active as player and a coach after high school where he helped start a club program at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. In 2005 Duane completed the USA Hockey coaching certification program and holds a Level-Five Masters card. Duane has coached every level from mini-mites to high school and enjoys combining his physical education background and hockey knowledge to create a true learning environment on the ice.
Chris Laska Assistant Coach Chris Laska, a 2001 Aquinas graduate majored in Business Administration and played baseball from 1998-2001 for the Saints. Laska was named All-Conference and All Region in 1999 and 2001 and All American in 2001. He still holds several baseball records. Chris also played on the intramural hockey team during his years at Aquinas. Laska is originally from Woodbury, Minnesota where is hockey career started. Laska graduated from St. Thomas Academy and was a four year starter for their highly touted hockey program. He currently resides in Byron Center with his wonderful wife Crystal and their three children Cierra, Luke and Evie. 7
#2 Luis Vecchio
#3 Will Adamson
#5 Tyler Godfrey
#7 Matt Krzykwa
#8 Jonathan Edwards
#9 Brandon Scherzer
#11 Jimmy McDonagh
#12 Carson Miller
#10 Travis Mitchell
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#14 Hugh Ingalls
#19 Brendan Sturr
#23 Brenden Giffel
#17 Michael Gugin
#20 Kyle Jansens
#24 Matthew VandenBerg
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#18 Justen Caudill
#22 Lucas Nadrasik
#25 Scott Johnson
#26 Christian Potter
#27 Greg Baranyai
#30 Jake Stille
#35 Matthew Daniels
#71 Taylor Hodges
Manager Stephanie Augustine
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#28 Sam Matthews
#44 Nolan Smith
Junior Jimmy McDonagh
Freshman Brandon Scherzer
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