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2009-2010 LCAHL Operating Rules and Bylaws The updated LCAHL Operating Rules and Bylaws, as approved by the LCAHL Operations Board and the corporate legal department, have been posted on the LCAHL website at lcahl.org. These rules were updated by the LCAHL Operating Rules Committee chaired by Dale Stauffer and composed of members: Joe Lafata, Liz Sullivan, Jim Sheridan and Todd Lynn. This committee will continue to review the rules and update them annually. If your team should come upon situations where the rules are not applicable or are conflicting, please document the issue and refer it in writing to any member of the Operating Rules Committee. Information can be found on the league website under “Contacts�. GENERAL REVISIONS Every team in the league is responsible for reading and adhering to all rules in this document. Below are some highlights of the changes. * Improved readability and clarity of the entire document, including Guiding Principles and Definitions

* Improved document structure and organization end to end * Removed content that clearly overlaps with MAHA or USA Hockey Rules and Regulations * Removed sections that no longer pertain to LCAHL charter [i.e. JV section] * Added new sections for Boundary Rules, the Annual Face-off Meeting, etc. * Restructured critical sections: League Play, Game Rules, Scoring, Competitive Divisions, Division Winners & Playoffs RULES UPDATES The following are some of the updates that were made to the rules. Teams should be sure to note this information and check the rules throughout the season. * The annual Face-off meeting is a mandatory league meeting that must be attended by a rostered coach or team manager. Teams not attending or sending someone other than a team official are subject to referral to the Discipline Committee (Section 8)

* To participate in League Playoffs, players must be rostered with the team by December 31. (Section 11.2) * Period Length information has been updated. The home team will determine the length of the periods. (Section 12.10) * Forfeits are not allowed in this league. All games must be played. Any team attempting to forfeit a game should immediately be referred to the Division Director. (Section 14.5) * House team rules have been updated to reflect current practices. (Section 18) * Boundary rules have been added. (Section 19) * Competitive Divisions section has been updated. (Section 20) * Division Winners and Playoffs documentation has been changed to reflect current practices. Divisions may have co-champions. (Section 21) * Playoff rules have been added. (Sections 22 and 23) Any questions regarding Operating Rules should be referred to any LCAHL official.


MICHIGAN HOCKEY

FROM THE EDITOR

FROM THE EDITOR

ADULT HOCKEY

Get recognized

I’d like to remind players, parents, coaches and teams about Michigan Hockey’s free participatory programs – all set up to acknowledge the hard work and fun that goes into playing the game (check out michiganhockeyonline.com for more information.) Whether your team won a tournament, helped raised money for a good cause or is just having a fun season, Michigan Hockey wants to hear about it. All you have to do is email or snail mail us a photo and story about your team, including all the players and coach’s names, and it will be featured in the Amateur Hockey Report in an upcoming issue of Michigan Hockey. If you take the time to send it to us we will publish it. The Shock Doctor Winner’s Circle Achievement Awards Program recognizes outstanding achievement in the following categories: Goaltender Shut Out, Playmaker (three or more assists in a game), Hat Trick (three or more goals in a game) and High Grade Point (3.0 GPA or above). All you have to do is email us the details (we trust you) and the winners are listed in Michigan Hockey and also receive an award certificate to signify their achievement. In our third free program, two winners per issue are selected at random and featured in the Reebok Stars of Tomorrow. Just send us a photo of your player with some of their “stats” and they will be entered to win. Winners will receive a gift courtesy of Reebok. Michigan Hockey also acknowledges extra effort with a Buffalo Wild Wings Hustler Award sticker. We provide coaches with the Buffalo Wild Wings Hustler stickers to be given out by the coach to the player he/she feels put forth the greatest “hustle” effort in a game. Just send us the names of your “Hustlers” and we will print them in Michigan Hockey. To recognize the coaches who give so much time and effort to teach and shape our young players and pass on their love for the game, we offer Behind the Bench presented by Coach-Mate Boards. Coaches who take a minute to send us a photo and tell us what they love about coaching young players and why they do it will be entered in a random drawing to be featured inside Michigan Hockey. The coaches selected will also receive a dry erase Coach-Mate Board. We also have a couple of contests running right now that you can check out on michiganhockeyonline.com. We’re on a Quest for the Best Arena. By answering each month’s new question about which arena has the best ice, coffee or locker rooms you could win prizes, including tickets to a Red Wings game and the CCHA Finals. We’ll tally the votes at the end of the season to determine Michigan’s 2010 Quest for the Best arena winner. And at end of the season we present our own MH Award winners - Coach of the Year, Female Scholar-Athlete of the Year, Male Scholar-Athlete of the Year and Hockey Person of the Year from your nominations. Nominations are due in February so please take a minute – do you know anyone worthy of being nominated? I’m sure you do and I would appreciate it if you would tell us about him or her. Finally, in an effort keep improving Michigan Hockey, I would like to invite you to take our Readership Survey. Go to michiganhockeyonline.com, take a few minutes to give us your feedback and you’ll be entered into a drawing for tickets to a Red Wings game, the GLI and the CCHA Finals. Thanks in advance for your time and input. See you at the rink,

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INSIDE 11.23.09

Editor-in-Chief Philip D. Colvin

6 AMATEUR HOCKEY REPORT

• Plymouth Stingrays win Rock & Roll Cup • Compuware ‘98s take Chicago Fall Classic

8 YOUTH LEAGUE STANDINGS • Adray Community Hockey League • LCAHL Travel (p.10) • LCAHL House and Girls (p.11)

Advertising Lucia Zuzga

13 GET BETTER

Design Editor Chuck Stevens

• Coaching drills and the Art of Deflections

14 STATE OF THE GAME

• What’s the Point? by Lyle Phair

STAFF Contributing Editor ........................... Kevin Allen Advertising ......................................Lucia Zuzga ................................................... Philip D. Colvin ................................................... Lauren Kovacs Subscriptions/Distribution ...............Lucia Zuzga Administrative Director ............. Peggy A. Griffin Controller .................................. David J. Klavon Administrative Assistant ...................Amy Jones

18 NAVIGATING THE FROZEN WATERS

• A look at the Tier I AAA level

20 HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW ‘09

• Boy’s teams on the road to Compuware Arena

Circulation: Weekly press run of 8,000-10,000 with an estimated readership of 24,000-30,000. EDITORIAL BOARD: Bob Despirt, Christine Szarek, Derek Blair, Don Dales, Julie Pardoski, Kirk Vickers, Linda Holland, Lisa Zarzycki, Lori Yarnell, Mark Vansaw, Randy Paquette, Susan Bottrell, Tim Wilson, Todd Krygier LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: MICHIGAN HOCKEY® welcomes Letters to the Editor. They must be signed and include the writer's full home address and day and evening telephone numbers.

29 FROM THE CREASE

• Errors in modern technique by Steve McKichan

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out how to win • Allen: Hall of Fame is fitting spot for Yzerman

• McCauley lights it up with Whalers; Spirit makes deal (p.30) • Novi’s Ryan Timar headed to Air Force Academy (p.32)

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The Eighth Annual High School Captain’s Photo

1. Parker Host, Hudsonville

15. Patrick Brown, Cranbrook

29. Ian Monkman, U of D Jesuit

2. Chris Hellebuyck, Walled Lake Northern

16. Dan Blascak, Lake Orion

30. Jim Chessrown, Grosse Ile

17. Jeff Monfils, Macomb Dakota

31. Chris Hughes, SMCC

3. Ryan Kelley, Trenton

18. Joe Carlson, Flint Powers

32. Dan Hudson, Chelsea

4. Patrick Berry, Fenton

19. Alan Gaglio, Anchor Bay

33. Luke Dywer, Ann Arbor Huron

5. Ethan Range, Farmington

20. Kyle Hicks, Mona Shores

34. Brad Lesko, Riverview

6. Aaron Davis, Lincoln Park

21. Ryan Blakey, Salem

35. Zack Cisek, Detroit CC

7. Matt Lucchese, Grosse Pointe North

22. Kyle Korte, Canton

36. Joey Van Antwerp, Brother Rice

23. Jimmy Davis, East Kentwood

37. Mike Orosey, Stoney Creek

24. Reid Sturos, Brighton

38. Adam Frank, Clarkston

10. Alex Cantrell, Country Day

25. Cole Rochowiak, Livonia Stevenson

39. Brian Kelley, Jackson Lumen Christi

11. Matt Gasior, De LaSalle

26. Tyler Myers, Howell

40. Scott Hamill, Livonia Churchill

12. PJ Barron, Notre Dame Prep

27. Derick Wallace, Taylor Unified

41. Chase Schmittou, Wyandotte

13. Alec Suleskey, Rochester

28. Joseph Shecter, North Farmington/Harrison

42. Adam Rose, Port Huron Northern

8. Jacob Wirgau, Livonia Franklin 9. Zac Morgan, St. Clair Shores

14. Matt Dasin, Utica


MICHIGAN HOCKEY

AMATEUR HOCKEY REPORT

Plymouth Stingrays win Rock & Roll Cup The Plymouth Stingray’s Pee Wee AA team went 4-0 and won the Champions of the Cleveland Rock and Roll Cup on Oct. 25. Plymouth defeated Belle River, Ontario, 3-2, in the Friday opener with a solid all around game. Plymouth then beat Compuware, 7-1, with Vinnie Glenn, Jeremy Bourque and Trevor Coykendle leading the offense. Plymouth doubled up a tough Vaughan squad, 4-2, with Robbie Hamil leading the way offensively along with solid defensive efforts from Colin Hindle, Noah Saad and Adam Hodgson. In the final, a rematch against Vaughan, Plymouth took a 1-0 lead on the first shift of the game and never looked back in a 4-3 championship win.

All the boys played great throughout the weekend and exhibited hard work and team play. Robbie Hamil was voted tournament MVP. Both goalies played well throughout the weekend coming up with big saves when needed. The Stingrays are: Adam Hodgeson, Trevor Coykendle, Joshua Faulkner, Justin Green, Noah Saad, John Vandermay, John Karcher, Blake Boomer, Robbie Hamil, Vinnie Glenn, Jeremy Bourque, Colin Hindle, Matt Medonis, Alec Morgan, Jarod Maddock and Cameron Maxwell. The team is coached by Dean Boomer, John Hindle, Dave Boomer and Gary Hodgeson.

Compuware ‘98s take Chicago Fall Classic The Compuware ’98 Pee Wee A squad traveled to Chicago and came back with the Pee Wee A Fall Classic title. Compuware opened with a 1-1 tie against Orland Park (IL), then beat the Chicago Blues, 3-0, and the Kirkwood (MO) Stars, 3-1, to earn a spot in the semifinals against the Indianapolis Racers. After a 3-2 win over the Racers, Compuware took on Orland Park in the final. The Vikings came out swinging and scored the first two goals of the game. Head coach Chris Hohmann’s squad answered in the middle period with two goals to tie the game. Orland Park scored again, but Compuware answered to end the period with a 3-3 tie. Compuware goalie Andrew Bruckner and the Compuware defense held Orland Park scoreless in the final period to send the game into OT. Then with

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four minutes to go in extra period, Compuware’s Brennan Martin slid a beautiful pass in front of the Orland Park net to Sean Millane who buried it to give Compuware a 4-3 win. Zach Goleniak (unassisted, short handed), Sean Condra (assisted by Brennan Martin) and Zach Goleniak (assisted by Brendan Mosher) also scored in the final. The Compuware Pee Wee A ‘98s are: Brendan Borg, Darren Maurier, Zach Goleniak, Nathan Jenks, Sean Condra, Brendan Mosher and Cody Borke, Brennan Martin, Kyle Isaacson, Joey Pace, Andrew Nathan, Sean Millane, Brendan Cheslock, Quinn Dobrzelewski, Andrew Bruckner and Alec Scarsella. Head coach is Chris Hohmann and assistant coaches are John Dobrzelewski, Sean Coffman and Troy Isaacson.



MICHIGAN HOCKEY

ACHL STANDINGS

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BAY COUNTY 2 LAPEER 1 MT. PLEASANT 2 HURON 1 SAGINAW 1 SAGINAW 3 SAGINAW 5 MIDLAND 2

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SCS 1 SCS 2 GPHA 1 GPHA 3 GPHA 2 SCS 3 SQUIRT

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MTC 4 MTC 1 TRAVELERS 1 TYHA 3 GPHA 1 SCS 1 DYHA 1

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5 5 3 4 2 5 5 3

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8 10 6 6 6 6 6

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4 14 5 13 20 9

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as of November 17, 2009

Standings by Pointstreak Mite A - Lidstrom 1 TEAM Troy Sting 02 St. Clair Shores Saints 02 Rochester Rattlers 02 Mt. Clemens Wolves 02 Grosse Pointe Bulldogs 02 Blue Water Stars 02

GP 4 5 4 5 4 4

W 3 3 3 3 0 0

L 0 1 1 2 4 4

T 1 1 0 0 0 0

PTS 7 7 6 6 0 0

GF 26 25 23 23 5 7

GA PIM 5 0 15 0 9 6 21 14 27 0 32 0

Mite A - Lidstrom 2 TEAM Plymouth Stingrays 02 USA Eagles 02 Livonia Knights 02 Orchard Lake Pirates 02 Bay County Blizzard 02 Surburban Stars 02

GP 6 7 4 3 6 6

W 5 4 2 2 2 0

L 0 3 1 1 4 6

T 1 0 1 0 0 0

PTS 11 8 5 4 4 0

GF 31 18 9 9 26 13

GA PIM 9 0 16 0 8 0 5 0 30 0 38 0

Mite A - Lidstrom 3 TEAM Victory Honda 02 Novi Icecats 02 KV Rebels 02 Jackson Generals 02 KV Renegades 02 Ann Arbor Wolves 02

GP 6 5 4 5 5 5

W 6 4 3 2 0 0

L 0 1 1 3 5 5

T 0 0 0 0 0 0

PTS 12 8 6 4 0 0

GF 42 35 27 14 7 6

GA PIM 6 6 11 4 10 10 31 0 37 8 36 4

Mite A - Lidstrom 4 TEAM Allen Park Huskies 02 Belle Tire 02 Sylvania Maple Leafs 02 Trenton Blades 02 Wyandotte Warriors 02

GP 5 3 2 4 4

W 5 2 1 1 0

L 0 1 1 3 4

T 0 0 0 0 0

PTS 10 4 2 2 0

GF 41 23 5 8 1

GA PIM 0 0 4 0 7 0 18 0 49 0

Mite AA - Lidstrom South TEAM Toledo 01 Ann Arbor 01 Trenton 01 Grosse Ile 01 BT South 01 Compuware 01

GP 6 5 6 4 4 5

W 5 3 2 2 1 0

L 0 0 3 2 3 5

T 1 2 1 0 0 0

PTS 11 8 5 4 2 0

GF 35 22 18 7 6 4

GA PIM 13 0 10 0 20 0 13 0 19 0 17 0

Mite AA - Lidstrom North TEAM KV Rebels 01 Troy 01 Macomb 01 Mt. Clemens 01 Bluewater 01 Bay County White 01

GP 6 5 6 4 3 8

W 5 4 3 2 1 1

L 1 1 3 2 2 7

T 0 0 0 0 0 0

PTS 10 8 6 4 2 2

GF 37 29 16 13 4 22

GA PIM 8 18 8 2 27 4 15 0 14 0 49 10

Mite AA - Lidstrom East TEAM Port Huron 01 Grosse Pointe 01 St. Clair Shores 01 Rochester 01

GP 5 4 6 6

W 5 2 1 1

L 0 1 4 5

T 0 1 1 0

PTS 10 5 3 2

GF 35 17 12 16

GA PIM 12 0 15 0 23 14 25 0

Mite AA - Lidstrom West TEAM Flint 01 Bay County Blue 01 Livingston 01 Grand Rapids 01 KV Renegades 01 Chelsea 01

GP 7 5 5 6 1 4

W 4 4 2 2 0 0

L 1 1 2 3 1 4

T 2 0 1 1 0 0

PTS 10 8 5 5 0 0

GF 23 24 17 16 3 10

GA PIM 14 4 12 10 14 8 21 10 7 0 25 6

Mite AA - Lidstrom Metro East TEAM GP USA 01 7 Birmingham 01 5 OLP 01 4 PK Warriors 01 5

W 5 4 1 0

L 1 1 3 4

T 1 0 0 1

PTS 11 8 2 1

GF 28 17 12 6

GA PIM 18 2 12 6 14 2 24 0

Mite AA - Lidstrom Metro West TEAM GP Livonia 01 5 Suburban 01 4 Plymouth 01 3 Novi 01 6 Canton 01 5 Lakeland 01 5

W 4 3 2 1 1 0

L 0 1 0 3 3 4

T 1 0 1 2 1 1

PTS 9 6 5 4 3 1

GF 24 26 20 9 6 4

GA 4 9 7 32 17 20

Mite AA - Lidstrom Outstate TEAM GP W L T PTS Indianapolis 01 8 4 0 4 12 Columbus 01 4 1 0 3 5 Queen City 01 8 1 4 3 5 Dayton 01 4 1 3 0 2

GF 44 15 37 11

GA PIM 26 12 14 0 42 0 25 16

Squirt A - Yzerman TEAM Novi Ice Cats 00 Grosse Ile Islanders 00 Midland Northstars 00 St. Clair Shores Saints 00 Birmingham Rangers 00 Motor City Chiefs 00 Toledo Cherokee 00 Livonia Knights 00 PK Warriors 00 Macomb Mavericks 00

GP 10 11 9 12 6 7 11 11 12 7

W 9 7 6 4 5 3 2 2 1 0

L 1 1 1 4 1 2 7 8 8 6

T 0 3 2 4 0 2 2 1 3 1

PTS 18 17 14 12 10 8 6 5 5 1

GF 43 43 37 27 19 19 26 26 32 10

GA 16 21 19 29 12 16 43 42 53 31

Squirt A - Howe East TEAM Lakeland Hawks 00 Port Huron Flags 00 Saginaw Badgers 00 Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 00 Rochester Rattlers 00 Troy Sting 00

GP 10 9 7 5 9 10

W 7 6 3 3 2 2

L 2 3 3 1 7 8

T 1 0 1 1 0 0

PTS 15 12 7 7 4 4

GF 70 57 31 26 31 21

GA PIM 31 16 29 12 25 0 24 0 64 0 67 6

Squirt A - Howe West TEAM GP Grand Rapids Griffins 00 6 Suburban Stars 00 8 Plymouth Stingrays 00 7 Kensington Valley Renegades 00 6 Ann Arbor Wolves 00 6 Birmingham Liberty 00 5

W 6 6 4 3 0 0

L 0 2 3 2 6 5

T 0 0 0 1 0 0

PTS 12 12 8 7 0 0

GF 31 42 43 27 10 7

GA PIM 12 0 25 0 21 0 28 6 33 0 37 10

PIM 14 0 6 18 18 4

PIM 0 6 26 6 0 24 8 6 4 14

Squirt A - Howe South TEAM Indianapolis Racers 00 Nashville Jr. Predators 00 Cincinnati Jr. Cyclones 00 Columbus Blue Jackets 00

GP 6 4 8 2

W 3 2 2 1

L 2 1 5 0

T 1 1 1 1

PTS 7 5 5 3

GF 11 7 8 8

GA PIM 10 0 6 0 14 10 4 0

Squirt A - Lidstrom 5 TEAM Kensington Valley Rebels 00 USA Eagles 00 Grosse Pointe Bulldogs 00 Dragons 00 Royal Oak Eagles 00 Belle Tire Dearborn 00 Lapeer Storm 00 Mt Clemens Wolves 00

GP 8 8 7 8 7 5 6 7

W 6 6 4 4 3 2 1 1

L 1 2 3 4 4 2 5 6

T 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0

PTS 13 12 8 8 6 5 2 2

GF 38 42 32 30 26 24 23 26

GA PIM 20 0 21 0 32 16 36 0 28 4 25 10 37 0 42 4

Squirt A - Lidstrom 6 TEAM Sylvania Maple Leafs 00 Cleveland Warriors 00 Garden City Gold Wings 00 Trenton Thrashers 00 Woodhaven Leafs 00 Allen Park Huskies 00 Chelsea Chiefs 00 Canton Crush 00

GP 6 7 8 5 8 7 6 7

W 6 5 5 4 3 1 1 1

L 0 2 3 1 5 5 4 6

T 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0

PTS 12 10 10 8 6 3 3 2

GF 30 30 28 17 37 16 12 19

GA PIM 3 6 13 0 31 0 10 4 34 0 34 4 34 6 30 2

Squirt A - Lidstrom 7 TEAM GP Capital Centre Pride 00 10 Holland Ice Dogs 00 7 KOHA K-Wings 00 8 Jackson Generals 00 7 Traverse City Northway Knights 00 6 West Michigan Warriors 00 9 Muskegon Chiefs 00 10 Lansing Capitals 00 7

W 6 5 4 4 3 2 2 0

L 3 1 1 1 2 4 7 7

T 1 1 3 2 1 3 1 0

PTS 13 11 11 10 7 7 5 0

GF 46 30 37 29 32 21 23 11

GA 17 11 21 17 24 31 61 47

PIM 24 14 24 12 2 14 29 6

Squirt AA - Yzerman East TEAM USA Eagles 99 Suburban Stars 99 Toledo Cherokee 99 St. Clair Shores Saints 99 Rochester Rattlers 99 Orchard Lake Pirates 99 Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 99

GP 11 12 13 12 13 11 9

W 9 7 7 4 3 3 1

L T 1 1 3 2 5 1 7 1 10 0 8 0 6 2

PTS 19 16 15 9 6 6 4

GF 37 43 40 29 26 25 23

GA 29 27 36 36 41 41 39

PIM 8 8 73 6 10 68 48

Squirt AA - Yzerman West TEAM Novi Ice Cats 99 Ann Arbor Wolves 99 Holland Ice Dogs 99 Allen Park Huskies 99 Grand Rapids Griffins 99 Plymouth Stingrays 99 Livonia Knights 99

GP 10 10 10 7 10 5 9

W 9 7 4 3 3 2 2

L 0 2 5 2 6 2 7

T 1 1 1 2 1 1 0

PTS 19 15 9 8 7 5 4

GF 46 46 34 13 22 21 17

GA PIM 18 5 32 6 31 0 12 0 25 4 16 38 39 0

Squirt AA - Howe East TEAM Troy Sting 99 Lapeer Storm 99 Cleveland Warriors 99 Saginaw Badgers 99 Summit Plastics Molding 99 Royal Oak Eagles 99 Grosse Pointe Bulldogs 99 Macomb Mavericks 99 Port Huron Flags 99 Mt. Clemens Wolves 99

GP 10 10 14 10 9 10 9 9 7 6

W 8 6 6 5 5 4 2 3 1 0

L 1 3 8 3 3 3 2 5 6 6

T 1 1 0 2 1 3 5 1 0 0

PTS 17 13 12 12 11 11 9 7 2 0

GF 65 31 36 35 38 21 19 26 20 10

GA 20 25 36 28 33 27 22 33 32 45

PIM 4 0 34 6 10 0 6 22 0 40

Squirt AA - Howe West TEAM Birmingham Rangers 99 Chelsea Chiefs 99 KOHA K-Wings 99 Livingston Lightning 99 Trenton 99 Farmington Hills Fire 99 Kensington Valley Rebels 99 Compuware 99 Canton Crush 99 Kentwood Falcons 99

GP 13 11 10 7 10 9 5 8 11 6

W 6 5 4 4 4 3 4 2 2 0

L 1 3 3 0 5 3 1 5 8 5

T 6 3 3 3 1 3 0 1 1 1

PTS 18 13 11 11 9 9 8 5 5 1

GF 58 31 48 23 18 20 21 12 27 14

GA 42 26 32 12 25 18 12 28 52 25

PIM 6 0 18 0 0 0 14 16 28 56

Squirt AA - Lidstrom North TEAM Midland North Stars 99 Lakeland Hawks 99 Capital Centre Pride 99 Michigan Travelers 99 Flint Phantoms 99 Dragons 99 Michigan Ice Hawks 99 Blue Water Stars 99

GP 10 8 9 9 8 6 8 8

W 9 5 4 4 4 2 0 0

L 1 2 3 4 3 2 6 7

T 0 1 2 1 1 2 2 1

PTS 18 11 10 9 9 6 2 1

GF 54 28 28 35 21 24 12 13

GA 10 20 24 37 27 23 37 37

PIM 24 42 22 18 14 14 4 49

Squirt AA - Lidstrom South TEAM Kensington Valley Renegades 99 Grosse Ile Islanders 99 Belle Tire Dearborn 99 Sylvania Maple Leafs 99 PK Warriors 99 Garden City Gold Wings 99 Birmingham Liberty 99 KOHA-Bronco 99 Pee Wee A - Yzerman 1 TEAM Allen Park Huskies 98 Mt. Clemens Wolves 98 PK Warriors 98 Toledo Cherokee 98 Rochester Rattlers 98 Birmingham Rangers 98 Grosse Pointe Bulldogs 98

GP 7 8 7 8 5 6 6 7

GP 10 10 10 8 10 9 7

W 6 5 5 4 3 1 0 0

W 6 5 5 5 3 2 1

L 0 2 2 3 1 5 4 7

L 2 2 2 1 5 5 5

T 1 1 0 1 1 0 2 0

T 2 3 3 2 2 2 1

PTS 13 11 10 9 7 2 2 0

PTS 14 13 13 12 8 6 3

GF 37 27 24 24 20 23 6 5

GF 36 40 37 41 35 24 14

GA PIM 6 6 10 4 13 8 17 4 20 6 34 0 20 0 46 10

GA PIM 27 10 28 0 31 8 21 14 35 6 38 8 26 0

Pee Wee A - Yzerman 2 TEAM Holland Ice Dogs 98 Novi Ice Cats 98 Plymouth Stingrays 98 Kensington Valley Renegades 98 Lansing Capitals 98 Jackson Generals 98 Orchard Lake Pirates 98

GP 11 9 8 11 9 10 10

W 8 7 5 4 3 2 0

L 1 2 3 6 6 7 9

T 2 0 0 1 0 1 1

PTS 18 14 10 9 6 5 1

GF 48 42 28 34 27 17 22

GA 21 24 20 35 35 44 60

PIM 6 30 38 6 8 10 28

Pee Wee AA - Howe 5 TEAM KOHA K-Wings 97 Midland Northstars 97 Saginaw 97 Rink Rats 97 Michigan Jaguars 97 Port Huron Flags 97 Summit Plastic 97 Grosse Pointe Bulldogs 97 St. Clair Shores 97 MI Travelers 97 PK Warriors 97

GP 11 10 11 10 9 6 7 7 9 6 10

W 8 8 6 7 5 4 3 1 1 1 1

L 2 2 2 3 3 2 4 5 8 5 9

T 1 0 3 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0

PTS 17 16 15 14 11 8 6 3 2 2 2

GF 60 46 43 48 39 21 16 15 18 8 20

GA 18 19 23 29 25 14 23 38 39 44 62

PIM 20 0 0 0 10 10 10 0 0 55 10

Pee Wee A - Howe 3 TEAM Suburban Stars 98 Kensington Valley Rebels 98 KOHA K-Wings 98 Grand Rapids Griffins 98 Ann Arbor Wolves 98 Compuware Tier II 98 Farmington Hills Fire 98

GP 11 10 10 10 12 11 9

W 9 5 5 5 1 2 2

L 2 2 3 4 6 8 7

T 0 3 2 1 5 1 0

PTS 18 13 12 11 7 5 4

GF 36 53 32 42 36 24 17

GA 18 45 32 35 56 49 35

PIM 46 24 32 26 40 0 44

Pee Wee AA - Lidstrom 6 TEAM Woodhaven 97 Henry Ford Hurricanes 97 Ann Arbor Blades 97 Cleveland Warriors 97 Midwest Bulldogs 97 Toledo Jets 97

GP 7 8 9 7 9 7

W 4 4 4 3 2 0

L 2 4 5 3 7 7

T 1 0 0 1 0 0

PTS 9 8 8 7 4 0

GF 28 30 30 22 25 14

GA 21 35 48 18 42 52

PIM 12 38 5 0 42 20

Pee Wee A - Howe 4 TEAM Midland Northstars 98 Trenton Trojans 98 Cleveland Warriors 98 Flint Phantoms 98 St. Clair Shores Saints 98 Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 98 Troy Sting 98

GP 12 12 9 7 9 8 10

W 10 7 5 5 3 2 1

L 2 5 2 2 5 5 9

T 0 0 2 0 1 1 0

PTS 20 14 12 10 7 5 2

GF 68 44 21 37 35 22 27

GA 21 33 17 23 37 27 66

PIM 76 62 16 16 2 38 77

Pee Wee AA - Lidstrom 7 TEAM Redford 97 GRAHA #2 97 Lapeer 97 CC Pride 97 KV Renegades 97 Ice Mountain 97

GP 9 10 7 9 7 7

W 7 7 6 4 2 2

L 1 3 0 4 4 5

T 1 0 1 1 1 0

PTS 15 14 13 9 5 4

GF 51 40 42 38 22 21

GA PIM 20 12 29 0 11 0 25 0 25 10 37 0

Pee Wee A - Howe 5 TEAM Canton Crush 98 Brighton Bandits 98 Capital Centre Pride 98 Chelsea Chiefs 98 Livingston Lightning 98 Birmingham Liberty 98 Livonia Knights 98 Sylvania Maple Leafs 98

GP 8 7 8 9 8 10 7 7

W 8 5 5 5 4 1 1 0

L 0 1 2 3 3 8 6 6

T 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1

PTS 16 11 11 11 9 3 2 1

GF 48 49 53 48 28 36 18 18

GA 21 16 30 42 20 84 41 44

PIM 30 46 12 52 54 72 36 46

Bantam A - Yzerman East TEAM Midland Northstars 96 Rochester Rattlers 96 St. Clair Shores Saints 96 Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 96 Orchard Lake Pirates 96 Port Huron Flags 96

GP 10 6 9 8 6 5

W 7 4 2 2 3 0

L 2 1 3 3 3 5

T 1 1 4 3 0 0

PTS 15 9 8 7 6 0

GF 47 23 29 22 15 9

GA 31 8 28 25 18 26

Pee Wee A - Howe 6 TEAM Macomb Mavericks 98 Bay County Blizzard 98 Belle Tire Dearborn 98 Michigan Jaguars 98 Woodhaven Leafs 98 Cleveland Warriors Black 98 Grosse Ile Islanders 98 Michigan Travelers 98 Port Huron Flags 98

GP 9 9 8 9 6 8 9 11 7

W 7 5 6 3 3 2 1 2 0

L 0 1 2 1 3 4 5 8 5

T 2 3 0 5 0 2 3 1 2

PTS 16 13 12 11 6 6 5 5 2

GF 48 41 28 29 16 20 18 19 16

GA 14 16 24 18 19 26 44 39 35

PIM 8 0 71 0 0 18 86 76 24

Bantam A - Yzerman West TEAM GP West Michigan Warriors 96 9 Livonia Knights 96 9 Kensington Valley Renegades 96 7 USA Eagles 96 7 Farmington Hills Fire 96 6 Westland Renegades 96 10

W 8 3 2 1 2 1

L 1 3 3 2 3 6

T 0 3 2 4 1 3

PTS 16 9 6 6 5 5

GF 43 36 15 22 13 16

GA PIM 18 20 27 0 25 0 25 0 17 0 42 0

Pee Wee A - Lidstrom 7 TEAM Ice Mountain Mountain Cats 98 Royal Oak Eagles 98 USA Eagles 98 Saginaw Badgers 98 Rink Rats 98 Lakeland Hawks 98

GP 6 9 6 7 8 6

W 5 5 4 3 2 1

L 1 4 2 4 5 5

T 0 0 0 0 1 0

PTS 10 10 8 6 5 2

GF 32 35 27 29 27 19

GA 9 36 24 27 44 29

PIM 12 20 0 18 2 0

Bantam A - Howe 2 East TEAM Trenton Thunder 96 Mt. Clemens Wolves 96 Cleveland Black 96 Cleveland Warriors Gold 96 Toledo Cherokee 96 PK Warriors 96 Monroe Ice Hawks 96 Macomb 96 Troy Sting 96 Columbus Capitals 96

GP 9 8 11 6 7 11 9 6 5 8

W 6 6 5 5 4 3 3 2 2 0

L 1 2 5 1 2 8 6 2 2 7

T 2 0 1 0 1 0 0 2 1 1

PTS 14 12 11 10 9 6 6 6 5 1

GF 37 29 32 25 31 35 24 16 16 11

GA PIM 26 5 19 20 30 11 16 0 26 0 41 0 34 0 17 0 18 0 29 4

Pee Wee A - Lidstrom 8 TEAM Motor City Machine 98 Redford Royals 98 Michigan Ice Hawks 98 Summit Plastics Molding 98 Washtenaw Hurricanes 98

GP 9 6 5 6 6

W 5 4 3 2 1

L 4 2 1 4 3

T 0 0 1 0 2

PTS 10 8 7 4 4

GF 33 20 19 21 19

GA PIM 28 0 14 0 11 0 27 0 32 4 PIM 12 6 20 16 24

Bantam A - Howe 2 West TEAM Novi Ice Cats 96 Muskegon Chiefs 96 Lakeland Hawks 96 Kentwood Falcons 96 Plymouth Stingrays 96 Kensington Valley Rebels 96 Flint Icelanders 96 Ann Arbor 96

GP 8 7 7 5 9 8 5 7

W 5 5 4 4 3 2 2 0

L 1 2 2 1 4 5 3 7

T 2 0 1 0 2 1 0 0

PTS 12 10 9 8 8 5 4 0

GF 28 36 28 23 34 22 16 9

GA 19 19 16 13 36 32 18 43

Pee Wee A - Lidstrom 9 TEAM Rockford Rams 98 Kentwood Falcons 98 Muskegon Express 98 West Kent Hawks 98 KOHA Broncos 98

GP 7 8 7 6 8

W 7 5 3 3 0

L 0 3 4 3 8

T 0 0 0 0 0

PTS 14 10 6 6 0

GF 53 41 28 28 13

GA 6 36 26 32 63

Pee Wee AA - Yzerman 1 TEAM Farmington Hills Flames 97 Belle Tire Dearborn 97 Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 97 Grand Rapids 97 Troy 97 West Kent 97 Suburban 97 Mt. Clemens Wolves 97

GP 7 6 8 5 6 6 2 8

W 5 4 4 3 2 1 1 0

L 1 0 3 2 3 4 1 6

T 1 2 1 0 1 1 0 2

PTS 11 10 9 6 5 3 2 2

GF 28 25 26 16 21 13 6 11

GA 18 14 25 14 16 20 5 34

PIM 0 10 30 32 0 0 0 10

Bantam A - Howe 3 TEAM Bay County 96 Lapeer 96 West Kent Hawks 96 Allen Park 96 Redford 96 Birmingham Rangers 96 MI Jags 96 Grosse Pointe 96

GP 5 5 7 5 5 8 6 5

W 5 5 4 3 2 1 1 0

L 0 0 3 1 1 6 5 5

T 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 0

PTS 10 10 8 7 6 3 2 0

GF 34 20 30 15 19 27 17 7

GA PIM 8 0 9 10 18 0 10 0 21 0 45 0 19 0 39 0

Pee Wee AA - Yzerman 2 TEAM Trenton 97 Lansing 97 Rochester 97 Macomb 97 Bluewater Stars 97 Fraser 97 Plymouth 97 Flint 97 Sylvania 97 Orchard Lake Pirates 97

GP 10 12 8 10 13 7 8 7 9 10

W 8 8 5 4 4 4 3 3 1 0

L 0 2 1 4 8 3 4 4 6 8

T 2 2 2 2 1 0 1 0 2 2

PTS 18 18 12 10 9 8 7 6 4 2

GF 43 39 32 32 29 25 27 41 19 22

GA 19 28 20 27 43 16 24 30 41 61

PIM 0 0 12 12 24 0 15 12 0 32

Bantam A - Howe 4 West TEAM Jackson Generals 96 Kalamazoo K-Wings 96 Canton 96 Vipers 96 Livingston 96 Bruins 96 Suburban 96 Dexter Destroyers 96 Chelsea Chiefs 96

GP 10 10 5 10 6 7 5 9 8

W 8 6 5 5 3 2 2 1 0

L 1 3 0 5 2 4 3 7 7

T 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 1 1

PTS 17 13 10 10 7 5 4 3 1

GF 59 39 33 36 23 18 22 27 14

GA 19 27 10 44 30 22 19 43 57

PIM 10 0 0 0 0 0 20 0 25

Pee Wee AA - Howe 3 TEAM Canton Crush 97 Michigan Ice Hawks 97 Kentwood Falcons 97 Allen Park Huskies 97 Lakeland Hawks 97 Metro Titans 97 Ann Arbor Wolves 97 Westland 97

GP 8 9 7 8 5 5 6 4

W 4 3 3 3 2 2 2 0

L 1 3 2 3 1 1 4 4

T 3 3 2 2 2 2 0 0

PTS 11 9 8 8 6 6 4 0

GF 30 32 20 28 14 19 18 7

GA PIM 16 0 33 0 16 6 30 0 10 20 18 4 24 16 21 2

Bantam A - Howe 4 East TEAM Summit Plastics 96 Belle Tire South 96 MI Ice Hawks 96 Woodhaven 96 Sylvania 96 Blue Water Stars 96 Saginaw 96 Troy Jaguars 96 Motor City Jags 96

GP 8 9 8 7 8 7 8 6 11

W 7 6 4 4 3 3 2 1 0

L 0 1 2 2 3 3 5 5 9

T 1 2 2 1 2 1 1 0 2

PTS 15 14 10 9 8 7 5 2 2

GF 37 52 26 24 22 28 20 4 18

GA 8 23 13 14 22 28 33 32 58

PIM 0 6 33 0 0 0 26 4 37

Pee Wee AA - Howe 4 TEAM Ft. Wayne Komets 97 Toledo 97 Kensington Valley Rebels 97 Novi 97 Columbus Capitals 97 USA 97 Livonia 97 Orchard Lake Warriors 97 Livingston Lightning 97 Birmingham Rangers 97 Compuware 97

GP 13 10 9 11 9 12 10 11 7 10 8

W 7 7 7 6 4 4 2 3 2 1 1

L 2 1 1 3 2 6 5 8 4 6 6

T 4 2 1 2 3 2 3 0 1 3 1

PTS 18 16 15 14 11 10 7 6 5 5 3

GF 51 44 60 36 29 34 19 38 19 24 15

GA 31 15 19 29 27 53 33 65 26 45 26

Bantam AA - Yzerman TEAM Rochester Rattlers 95 Grand Rapids Griffins 95 Grosse Pointe Bulldogs 95 Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 95 Suburban Stars 95 Allen Park Huskies 95 Flint Phantoms 95 Birmingham Rangers 95

GP 8 7 7 5 6 8 8 7

W 7 6 3 3 2 2 2 0

L 0 1 2 2 3 5 5 7

T 1 0 2 0 1 1 1 0

PTS 15 12 8 6 5 5 5 0

GF 34 26 27 22 13 17 15 9

GA PIM 17 0 15 0 24 0 16 0 14 0 23 20 26 10 28 0

PIM 44 6 15 14 0 4 16 32 4 4 0

PIM 10 0 15 10 0 0

PIM 0 10 0 10 10 30 0 10

Bantam AA - Howe 2 TEAM Kensington Valley Rebels 95 Holland Ice Dogs 95 Belle Tire Lakers 95 West Michigan Warriors 95 St. Clair Shores Saints 95 Royal Oak Eagles 95 Kensingon Valley Renegades 95 Blue Water Stars 95 USA Eagles 95

GP 8 8 6 9 5 7 6 6 9

W 6 4 3 3 3 2 2 2 1

L 0 2 2 5 2 3 3 3 6

T 2 2 1 1 0 2 1 1 2

PTS 14 10 7 7 6 6 5 5 4

GF 31 27 27 29 21 20 21 18 25

GA 18 20 15 46 11 23 23 22 41

PIM 80 5 22 42 0 68 18 16 67

Bantam AA - Howe 3 TEAM Fort Wayne Komets 95 Sylvania Maple Leafs 95 Kentwood Falcons 95 Mt. Clemens Wolves 95 Canton Eagles 95 Macomb Mavericks 95 Motor City Chiefs 95 Cleveland Warriors 95

GP 10 9 5 6 7 5 5 7

W 6 5 4 3 2 2 1 0

L 2 2 1 1 4 3 3 7

T 2 2 0 2 1 0 1 0

PTS 14 12 8 8 5 4 3 0

GF 49 32 26 23 22 22 18 8

GA 35 25 13 17 29 17 30 34

PIM 0 112 16 52 47 52 62 22

Bantam AA - Howe 4 TEAM Troy Sting 95 Midland Northstars 95 Grand Rapids Griffins 2 95 Orchard Lake Pirates 95 Lakeland Hawks 95 Michigan Ice Hawks 95 Michigan Patriots 95

GP 9 6 4 6 8 3 8

W 7 5 3 2 2 1 1

L 1 0 1 4 6 2 7

T 1 1 0 0 0 0 0

PTS 15 11 6 4 4 2 2

GF 59 24 35 21 18 8 15

GA 26 10 10 31 36 13 54

PIM 20 0 0 10 10 0 10

Bantam AA - Howe 5 TEAM Livonia Knights 95 Chelsea Chiefs 95 Capital Centre Pride 95 Kalamazoo Kwings 95 Plymouth Stingrays 95 Lansing Capitals 95 Toledo Cherokee 95 Henry Ford Hurricanes 95 Novi Ice Cats 95

GP 9 9 6 8 8 6 6 9 9

W 7 6 4 4 2 2 1 1 0

L 0 1 0 3 4 3 3 6 7

T 2 2 2 1 2 1 2 2 2

PTS 16 14 10 9 6 5 4 4 2

GF 35 39 26 22 14 16 14 26 26

GA 21 22 8 17 20 16 17 48 49

PIM 5 0 0 0 18 14 18 5 10

Bantam AA - Lidstrom 6 TEAM Ann Arbor Wolves 95 Michigan Mountain Cats 95 Lapeer Storm 95 Findlay 95 Belle Tire Dearborn 95 KOHA Broncos 95 Canton Crush 95

GP 8 5 5 6 8 6 6

W 5 4 3 2 2 1 1

L 2 0 1 2 5 4 4

T 1 1 1 2 1 1 1

PTS 11 9 7 6 5 3 3

GF 43 34 24 26 26 14 19

GA 27 10 12 24 42 27 44

PIM 28 105 0 8 15 97 10

Midget A - Yzerman TEAM Saint Clair Shores Saints 93 Troy Sting 93 Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 93 Capital Centre Pride 93 Lapeer Storm 93 Summit Plastic 93 Canton Crush 93 Allen Park Huskies 93 Westland Warriors 93 Orchard Lake Pirates 93 Michigan Stars 93

GP 11 14 16 12 12 8 9 7 10 8 5

W 11 9 8 5 5 4 3 2 2 0 0

L 0 3 6 4 6 3 5 4 8 6 4

T 0 2 2 3 1 1 1 1 0 2 1

PTS 22 20 18 13 11 9 7 5 4 2 1

GF 55 58 54 33 44 18 24 19 20 14 14

GA 18 29 49 30 42 19 34 24 47 27 34

PIM 20 44 183 23 85 27 25 5 0 10 88

Midget A - Howe West TEAM Jackson Generals 93 West Kent Hawks 93 Toledo Cherokee 93 Suburban Stars 93 Trenton 93 Plymouth Park 93 Plymouth Stingrays 93 Michigan Ice Dogs 93 Kensington Valley Rebels 93 Grand Rapids Griffins 93 Farmington Hills Flames 93

GP 12 11 11 10 11 7 10 8 12 13 7

W L T 10 0 2 7 0 4 7 2 2 6 2 2 6 3 2 4 3 0 3 6 1 2 5 1 2 9 1 1 11 1 0 7 0

PTS 22 18 16 14 14 8 7 5 5 3 0

GF 73 44 60 56 48 26 23 27 31 35 7

GA 12 17 26 27 26 26 40 43 56 76 81

PIM 30 45 80 0 25 20 0 15 0 30 15

Midget A - Howe East TEAM Livonia Knights 93 Macomb Mavericks 93 Mt Clemens Wolves 93 Belle Tire Dearborn 93 Wayne Wings 93 St Ignace Firehawks 93 Grosse Pointe Bulldogs 93 Bloomfield Aces 93 Gladwin Gladiators 93

GP 9 10 7 7 7 8 7 8 9

W 8 8 7 4 3 3 2 1 0

L 1 2 0 3 4 5 5 7 9

T 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PTS 16 16 14 8 6 6 4 2 0

GF 53 39 37 15 24 13 16 14 9

GA 15 15 8 21 12 33 26 31 59

PIM 15 139 25 0 156 0 35 45 0

Midget AA -Yzerman TEAM Mt Clemens Wolves 91 Summit Plastics 91 Orchard Lake Pirates 91 Michigan Jaguars 91 West Michigan Warriors 91 Garden City Goldwings 91 Michigan Hurricanes 91

GP 8 4 6 3 9 6 6

W 7 4 4 2 2 1 1

L 1 0 2 1 7 5 5

T 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

PTS 14 8 8 4 4 2 2

GF 44 16 24 8 30 18 8

GA PIM 18 0 7 0 17 0 10 0 34 0 33 0 29 0

Midget AA - Howe TEAM Troy Sting 91 Battle Creek Bruins 91 Plymouth Stingrays 91 Michigan Blues 91 Grosse Pointe Wild 91 Grand Rapids Griffins 91 Adrian Jr Bulldogs 91 Jackson Generals 91 Bloomfield Hills Gamblers 91

GP 10 10 7 5 5 8 7 9 7

W 9 7 6 4 3 2 1 1 0

L 1 3 1 1 2 6 5 8 6

T 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1

PTS 18 14 12 8 6 4 3 2 1

GF 60 48 55 31 26 19 19 8 18

GA 8 33 13 7 21 37 40 86 39

PIM 60 110 13 10 0 50 0 0 22


as of November 17, 2009

Standings by Pointstreak

LCAHL Girls travel standings Girls 12U - Howe 1 TEAM Honeybaked G12U Little Caesars #1 G12U Belle Tire G12U

GP 8 8 5

W 6 5 1

L 1 2 4

T 1 1 0

PTS 13 11 2

GF 29 36 7

GA PIM 8 2 13 0 14 0

Girls 12U - Howe 2 TEAM Livonia G12U Victory Honda G12U Mt. Clemens G12U Ice Breakers G12U

GP 7 8 8 5

W 7 6 2 2

L 0 2 5 3

T 0 0 1 0

PTS 14 12 5 4

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GA PIM 5 4 31 0 24 0 11 0

Girls 12U - Howe 3 TEAM Ann Arbor G12U St. Clair Shores G12U Little Caesars #2 G12U Grosse Pointe G12U

GP 10 7 9 5

W 3 2 2 1

L 7 3 6 4

T 0 2 1 0

PTS 6 6 5 2

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GA PIM 39 4 18 10 46 0 17 0

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GP 9 8 8 9 7 9 9 9

W 9 6 6 6 3 1 1 1

L 0 1 1 3 4 8 8 8

T 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0

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Girls 16U TEAM Birmingham 16U Livonia 16U Mich Ice Breakers 16U Allen Park 16U

GP 5 7 7 7

W 5 5 2 0

L 0 2 4 6

T 0 0 1 1

PTS 10 10 5 1

GF 26 27 11 10

GA 7 21 20 26

Girls 19U TEAM SCS 19U Redford 19U G-Force 19U Mich Ice Breakers 19U Walker 19U Kalamazoo 19U

GP 11 12 7 8 10 10

W 8 7 5 5 2 0

L T 1 2 5 0 0 2 3 0 8 0 10 0

PTS 18 14 12 10 4 0

GF 61 47 38 56 15 15

GA PIM 19 0 33 5 3 5 11 0 85 0 81 0

PIM 24 6 38 24

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Mini Mite B - Div 1 TEAM Belle Tire Lakers MM Allen Park MM Belle Tire #2 MM Dearborn Tigers MM Dearborn Scorpions MM

GP 6 4 5 6 4

W 6 3 2 1 1

L 0 1 3 4 3

T PTS 0 12 0 6 0 4 1 3 0 2

GF 38 20 15 9 15

GA 14 10 24 23 17

PIM 2 0 0 0 0

Mini Mite B - Div 2 TEAM Wayne Warriors MM Plymouth Tiger Sharks MM Canton Wings #1 MM Canton Wings #2 MM

GP 6 4 5 4

W 4 2 1 1

L 1 2 4 3

T PTS 1 9 0 4 0 2 0 2

GF 27 14 9 5

GA 10 19 18 17

PIM 0 0 0 0

Mite B - Div 1 TEAM Trenton Spitfire MTB Trenton - Kneiding MTB Allen Park Huskies MTB Trenton Devils MTB Allen Park Huskies #2 MTB Belle Tire Lakers MTB

GP 8 6 10 5 8 7

W 8 5 4 3 3 0

L 0 1 6 1 5 7

T PTS 0 16 0 10 0 8 1 7 0 6 0 0

GF 53 19 41 21 31 4

GA 19 11 40 16 34 45

PIM 0 4 4 0 0 0

Mite B - Div 2 TEAM Monroe Ice Hawks #1 MTB Monroe Ice Hawks #2 MTB Wyandotte Warriors MTB Grosse Ile Islanders MTB Southgate Senators MTB

GP 7 5 6 4 6

W 3 3 2 2 1

L 3 2 2 2 5

T PTS 1 7 0 6 2 6 0 4 0 2

GF 19 22 18 12 13

GA 13 15 19 6 35

PIM 8 2 0 2 0

Mite B - Div 3 TEAM Chelsea Bulldogs #1 MTB Plymouth Sharks - Simons MTB Chelsea #2 MTB Livingston Lightning MTB Plymouth Sharks - Zylik MTB Livingston Thunder MTB Canton Hawks #1 MTB Canton #2 MTB

GP 7 5 6 6 10 7 9 4

W 6 5 3 3 3 2 1 1

L 1 0 2 2 6 3 7 3

T PTS 0 12 0 10 1 7 1 7 1 7 2 6 1 3 0 2

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GA 9 3 8 20 36 18 53 17

PIM 4 0 6 4 0 0 2 2

Mite B - Div 4 TEAM Wayne Fire Dogs MTB Westland Blazers MTB Dearborn Cougars MTB Dearborn Storm MTB Detroit Dragons MTB Garden City Stars MTB Orchard Lake Pirates MTB

GP 6 6 4 5 0 2 3

W 5 3 2 2 0 0 0

L 0 3 1 3 0 2 3

T PTS 1 11 0 6 1 5 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0

GF 22 22 14 25 0 0 2

GA 10 19 8 19 0 11 18

PIM 2 4 2 0 0 2 0

Squirt B - Div 1 TEAM Allen Park Huskies #1 SQB Monroe Ice Hawks #2 SQB Monroe Ice Hawks #1 SQB Trenton Devils SQB Trenton #2 SQB Woodhaven SQB Allen Park Huskies #2 SQB Trenton Bulldogs SQB Wyandotte SQB

GP 8 8 9 6 7 7 7 8 8

W 8 7 5 4 2 2 1 1 0

L 0 1 3 2 2 4 4 6 8

T PTS 0 16 0 14 1 11 0 8 3 7 1 5 2 4 1 3 0 0

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GA 3 21 28 15 23 32 24 25 59

PIM 0 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 4

Squirt B - Div 2 TEAM Westland Blazers SQB Plymouth GW Sharks SQB Novi #4 Predators SQB Novi #1 Firecats SQB Belle Tire Lakers SQB Dearborn Chiefs SQB Canton Canadiens SQB Novi #5 Wildcats SQB Detroit Dragons SQB

GP 6 5 3 6 5 7 7 7 0

W 6 4 3 3 2 2 1 1 0

L 0 1 0 3 2 4 6 6 0

T PTS 0 12 0 8 0 6 0 6 1 5 1 5 0 2 0 2 0 0

GF 51 25 22 28 11 24 12 11 0

GA 11 12 6 27 16 32 38 42 0

PIM 4 0 0 0 8 17 4 4 0

Squirt B - Div 4 TEAM Farmington Hills Heat #1 SQB Novi #2 Cougars SQB Suburban #1 SQB Novi #3 Panthers SQB Victory Honda SQB

GP 8 7 7 5 5

W 7 4 4 2 0

L 0 1 3 3 5

T PTS 1 15 2 10 0 8 0 4 0 0

GF 31 26 26 21 13

GA 16 22 21 22 25

PIM 18 10 0 6 8

Squirt B - Div 5 TEAM Plymouth Sharks #2 SQB Novi #6 SQB Farmington Hills Inferno SQB Novi #7 Tigers SQB Suburban #2 SQB Canton Stars SQB

GP 9 8 6 7 7 7

W 5 5 4 3 1 0

L 4 3 1 3 6 6

T PTS 0 10 0 10 1 9 1 7 0 2 1 1

GF 44 35 28 21 15 13

GA 27 28 21 23 31 37

PIM 4 4 6 6 0 14

Squirt B - Div 6 TEAM Chelsea Bulldogs #1 SQB Ann Arbor - Sirota SQB Ann Arbor - Simon SQB Chelsea Bulldogs #2 SQB Ann Arbor - Reid SQB

GP 8 8 7 10 9

W 6 6 5 3 2

L 2 2 2 7 6

T PTS 0 12 0 12 0 10 0 6 1 5

GF 35 35 27 25 22

GA 15 22 16 40 35

PIM 0 0 0 0 4

Squirt B - Div 7 TEAM GFHA - Lesser SQB Flint (EMHA) SQB Livingston Thunder SQB Livingston Lightning SQB Ice Mountain SQB GFHA - Hutchings SQB

GP 5 4 7 6 10 6

W 4 3 3 3 2 1

L 1 0 3 2 8 5

T PTS 0 8 1 7 1 7 1 7 0 4 0 2

GF 28 36 37 28 21 11

GA 19 9 27 19 68 35

PIM 20 0 2 6 2 10

Pee Wee B - Div 1 TEAM Dearborn Dragons PWB Grosse Ile Islanders PWB Belle Tire Lakers PWB Dearborn PWB Allen Park #2 PWB Allen Park #1 PWB

GP 8 7 7 6 8 3

W 8 5 4 3 1 0

L 0 2 3 2 6 3

T PTS 0 16 0 10 0 8 1 7 1 3 0 0

GF 27 28 25 13 15 4

GA 7 15 13 16 31 18

PIM 14 26 14 20 24 14

Pee Wee B - Div 2 TEAM Trenton Flyers PWB Wyandotte Warriors PWB Monroe Ice Hawks PWB Wyandotte Warriors #1 PWB Trenton Hurricanes PWB Trenton Walleyes PWB

GP 10 8 8 8 7 8

W 7 4 3 3 1 0

L 1 3 3 4 5 7

T PTS 2 16 1 9 2 8 1 7 1 3 1 1

GF 38 29 25 26 12 11

GA 17 25 24 31 26 30

PIM 44 6 20 61 6 4

Pee Wee B - Div 3 TEAM GP Novi #4 Sabres PWB 7 Kensington Valley Cavalry PWB 8 Kensington Valley Federals PWB 7 Novi #5 Firecats PWB 6 Chelsea Bulldogs PWB 7 Kensington Valley Eagles PWB 6 Ann Arbor Aces 7 Ann Arbor - Praschan PWB 6

W 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 1

L 0 2 3 1 4 3 5 5

T PTS 1 13 1 11 0 8 2 8 1 5 2 4 1 3 0 2

GF 47 35 19 17 14 11 18 9

GA 9 18 25 9 28 14 40 27

PIM 10 0 0 0 0 0 10 0

Pee Wee B - Div 4 TEAM GP Novi #1 Cougars PWB 7 Plymouth #2 Thundersharks PWB 6 Novi #3 Bobcats PWB 7 Novi #2 Panthers PWB 6 Canton Wings #1 PWB 4 Plymouth Ice Sharks PWB 5 Farmington Hills #1 PWB 3 Canton Wings #2 PWB 6

W 5 4 4 2 1 1 1 0

L 1 1 2 2 2 3 1 6

T PTS 1 11 1 9 1 9 2 6 1 3 1 3 1 3 0 0

GF 23 31 19 14 16 15 9 5

GA 17 8 16 18 11 14 9 39

PIM 18 21 20 0 0 10 0 16

Pee Wee B - Div 5 TEAM Garden City Stars PWB Westland IceHogs PWB Novi #6 Predators PWB Plymouth Razor Sharks PWB Novi #7 Wildcats PWB Farmington Hills #2 PWB Novi #8 Jaguars PWB Detroit Dragons PWB Farmington Hills #3 PWB

GP 6 6 4 8 6 6 3 2 7

W 5 4 4 3 2 1 1 0 0

L 0 2 0 4 2 4 2 0 6

T PTS 1 11 0 8 0 8 1 7 2 6 1 3 0 2 2 2 1 1

GF 36 40 20 39 20 24 10 0 8

GA 22 24 7 33 19 28 11 0 53

PIM 14 0 2 0 0 4 0 0 0

Pee Wee B - Div 6 TEAM GP Livingston Thunder PWB 7 Kensington Valley Destroyers PWB7 Livingston Lightning #1 PWB 5 Ice Mountain Cats PWB 4 Flint Ice Raiders 4 Kensington Valley Brigade PWB 5 Kensington Valley Admirals PWB 6

W 5 4 3 3 2 1 0

L 1 3 2 1 2 4 5

T PTS 1 11 0 8 0 6 0 6 0 4 0 2 1 1

GF 22 22 13 8 11 12 12

GA 14 17 7 5 14 23 20

PIM 0 16 0 18 4 4 12

Bantam B - Div 1 TEAM GP Livingston Thunder BB 9 Capital Centre Pride BB 8 Kensington Valley Destroyers BB 9 Livingston Lightning BB 6 Chelsea Bulldogs BB 8 Kensington Valley Generals BB7 Kensington Valley Federals BB 8 Ice Mountain BB 8 Ann Arbor - Gagnon BB 11

W 9 8 5 4 3 3 2 1 0

L 0 0 3 2 3 4 5 7 11

T PTS 0 18 0 16 1 11 0 8 2 8 0 6 1 5 0 2 0 0

GF 76 50 36 35 34 22 32 18 18

GA 12 12 41 16 37 23 51 43 86

PIM 2 10 2 0 10 16 16 0 12

Bantam B - Div 2 TEAM Allen Park #1 BB Allen Park Huskies BB Wyandotte Warriors BB Southgate Stars BB Grosse Ile Islanders BB Trenton Blades BB Monroe Ice Hawks #1 BB Monroe Ice Hawks #2 BB Trenton Hurricanes BB

GP 10 7 7 11 7 8 7 6 7

W 7 6 5 4 3 2 2 2 1

L 2 1 2 7 3 3 4 4 6

T PTS 1 15 0 12 0 10 0 8 1 7 3 7 1 5 0 4 0 2

GF 37 36 33 28 23 11 12 17 6

GA 25 18 16 35 26 15 22 21 25

PIM 83 28 0 56 0 46 46 16 0

Bantam B - Div 3 TEAM Dearborn Hooligans BB Dearborn Huskies BB Belle Tire Lakers BB Redford Wolf Pack BB Westland Warriors BB Novi #5 Bobcats BB Novi #6 Cougars BB Garden City BB Detroit Dragons BB Novi #2 Panthers BB

GP 8 9 9 6 9 12 8 5 1 7

W 7 7 5 5 5 2 1 1 0 0

L 1 2 2 1 4 9 5 3 0 6

T PTS 0 14 0 14 2 12 0 10 0 10 1 5 2 4 1 3 1 1 1 1

GF 46 28 27 33 36 29 8 16 0 5

GA 12 10 25 11 27 46 31 28 0 38

PIM 28 10 67 52 8 11 10 50 0 6

Bantam B - Div 4 TEAM GP Lakeland Talons 10 Lakeland Royals BB 10 Kensington Valley Cavalry BB 6 USA Dragons BB 11 Novi #3 Predators BB 8 Kensington Valley Brigade BB 7 Novi #4 Firecats BB 7 Lakeland Cobras BB 7 Canton Wings BB 8 Farmington Hills #2 BB 8

W 8 7 5 3 3 1 2 1 2 0

L 2 1 1 6 4 3 4 3 5 3

T PTS 0 16 2 16 0 10 2 8 1 7 3 5 1 5 3 5 1 5 5 5

GF 53 35 35 25 30 17 18 15 18 23

GA 21 19 23 24 36 24 32 29 29 32

PIM 10 26 6 113 10 16 36 26 10 36

Bantam B - Div 5 TEAM GP Kensington Valley Eagles BB 8 Novi #1 Wildcats BB 8 Kensington Valley Admirals BB 8 Plymouth Vipersharks BB 7 Farmington Hills #1 BB 6 Lakeland #53 BB 7 Plymouth Sharks BB 7 Lakeland #55 BB 9 Novi #7 Jaguars BB 6

W 6 4 5 4 3 2 2 1 1

L 1 1 3 3 3 3 3 6 5

T PTS 1 13 3 11 0 10 0 8 0 6 2 6 2 6 2 4 0 2

GF 41 33 35 36 11 27 26 22 20

GA 24 23 29 33 15 31 31 38 27

PIM 0 4 51 8 27 0 4 37 15

Midget B - Div 1 TEAM GP W L T PTS Summit Falcons MGB 7 7 0 0 14 Blue Water MGB 6 6 0 0 12 St Clair Shores MGB 4 3 1 0 6 USA Eagles MGB 5 1 4 0 2 Lakeland Maple Leafs MGB 8 0 8 0 0

GF 61 42 25 7 6

GA 10 7 10 39 69

PIM 14 78 12 10 32

Midget B - Div 2 TEAM GP Plymouth Killer Sharks MGB 6 Berkley Brawlers MGB 4 Novi #1 SaberCats MGB 5 Capital Center Pride MGB 4 Kensington Valley Admirals MGB 7 Farmington Hills MGB 6

W 5 3 2 2 2 0

L 1 1 3 2 5 6

T PTS 0 10 0 6 0 4 0 4 0 4 0 0

GF 42 27 27 10 21 14

GA 11 12 18 14 37 55

PIM 2 0 6 8 10 0

Midget B - Div 3 TEAM Livonia Flyers MGB Redford Wolf Pack MGB Dearborn MGB Livonia BlackHawks MGB Southgate Vipers MGB

GP 5 5 5 5 4

W 5 4 1 0 0

L 0 1 4 4 3

T PTS 0 10 0 8 0 2 1 1 1 1

GF 22 37 7 12 5

GA 5 9 25 33 34

PIM 0 10 10 8 24

Midget B - Div 4 TEAM Belle Tire Lakers MGB Livonia Predators MGB Livonia Sharks MGB Garden City MGB Allen Park Huskies MGB Detroit Dragons MGB

GP 7 9 5 7 9 1

W 6 5 4 2 2 0

L 1 3 1 4 7 1

T PTS 0 12 1 11 0 8 1 5 0 4 0 0

GF 27 50 21 27 28 2

GA 15 28 5 32 40 12

PIM 32 8 26 5 25 0

Midget BB - Div 1 TEAM Garden City Stars MGBB Belle Tire Lakers MGBB Woodhaven MGBB Livonia Kings MGBB Livonia Flames MGBB Canton Wings MGBB Dearborn MGBB Ann Arbor - Storm MGBB

GP 8 8 6 7 7 5 7 8

W 7 6 4 4 3 2 2 0

L 1 2 2 3 4 3 5 8

T PTS 0 14 0 12 0 8 0 8 0 6 0 4 0 4 0 0

GF 46 43 24 25 20 16 24 17

GA 26 22 11 21 27 18 37 53

PIM 0 35 30 30 0 0 45 60

Midget BB - Div 2 TEAM Summit Red Wings MGBB Farmington Hills MGBB Livingston Lightning MGBB Lakeland Stars MGBB Novi MGBB Troy Storm MGBB SCS MGBB Livingston Thunder MGBB USA Eagles MGBB Ice Mountain MGBB

GP 9 8 8 7 10 6 1 7 3 5

W 9 7 4 4 3 3 1 0 0 0

L 0 1 4 3 6 3 0 6 3 5

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MICHIGAN HOCKEY

MH BEAT The Novi Youth Hockey Association celebrated its Eighth Annual Game Day on November 7 at Novi Ice Arena. Thirty-seven of the organization’s 40 teams took part in the all-day festivities that included games, fastest skater competitions, vendors, Mom Score-O and recognition of the Squirt Ice Cats, Firecats and Squirt AA Ice Cats for their success in the District 4 playoffs. Game Day Co-Chair Michael Robinet (above) helped honor Bernie Crowley with the TopCat Award signifying his volunteerism for NYHA above and beyond the call of duty. According to Robinet, Crowley was the “Father of Game Day.” Robinet says Crowley’s idea for Game Day came from a similar day he had as a boy growing up in Peterborough, Ontario. Robinet says, “As far as we are aware, NYHA is the only association in the United States which has such a day where every team has a chance to play in a 14 hour period. We are unique and very proud of it.”

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NYHA first year Mini-Mite Fastest Skater winners (from left), Cooper Wollschlager (first place), Nicholas Condon (second place) and Nicholas Licari (third place), hold up their medals after the race.

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Zoe Jenkins (left), the sister of the Squirt Novi Firecats’ Sam Jenkins, helped sell caramel apples with her friend Alison Widner at Game Day.

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Squirt Wildcat mother Debra Jankovich (above), Marie Sargent and Muna Amin were among the moms who participated in Score-O from center ice during Game Day.


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The Art of Deflections

The art of deflecting the puck is a useful skill that all players should have in their repertoire. All that is required is good eye-hand coordination, timing and a willingness to “pay the price” in front of the net to put points on the board for your team. Eye-hand coordination can be practiced both on and off the ice. Hitting a moving object, be it a baseball, tennis ball, or racquetball will be beneficial in improving this skill. The other factor that is important in a physical sense is timing the ability to move or position yourself in front of the net and make contact with the puck as it heads toward you. It might seem simple, but in reality, it’s an acquired skill and must be practiced. The third component is the mental aspect. It takes competitiveness and toughness to hold your ground in front of the net while being physically abused by the opposition.

DON’T GET TOO CLOSE Although there are many ways of tipping or redirecting the puck into the net, the most effective is when a player is positioned in front of the net, with his back to the goaltender, facing the shooter at the point. In this position, the tipper has a couple of advantages. He can see and follow the shot as it approaches, but he also acts as a screen for the goaltender. One common error in this setup is for the tipper/screener to be too tight to the goaltender and the net. If you are set up too close, it is difficult to tip the puck on the net (and you may cause a stoppage in play if in the crease). Most of the time, the puck is actually tipped wide of the net on a shot, that if left alone, might very well have scored. The second most common error is getting too much of the stick blade on the puck, causing it to slow down. The reason redirections or tips are successful is that the goaltender is moving on the initial shot to a spot where he believes the puck is headed. When a goaltender moves, he must open up his legs and makes himself very vulnerable to low shots. Very subtle or slight changes of direction, while only slowing the speed of the shot slightly will give you the greatest chance of success. The best form to take to eliminate these errors is to stand in a “tripod” stance, legs a little more that shoulder width apart for stability with the stick on the ice in front. The tipper should try to begin close to the net, and as he sees that a shot is forthcoming, start to move slowly out toward the shooter. As he does this, he can use his body to “protect” his stick from being lifted or contained

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To recognize and promote the commitment of youth coaches in the state, Michigan Hockey would like youth coaches to tell us a few things about yourself and why you coach youth hockey. Getting in the correct position and deflecting a moving puck on the net takes practice. by an opposing defenseman, while still screening the goaltender. Another advantage of this is that as the tipper moves out from the net, he improves his angle and gives himself more of the net to tip the puck into.

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THE LESS STICK THE BETTER The heel of the blade is the best spot to use in tipping the puck and the less stick on the puck, the better. Less stick translates into more goals. As mentioned earlier, the more blade that meets the puck, the more it slows down and the less chance it has of scoring. Using the heel of the stick blade gives you the most control and lessens the chance of getting too much blade on the puck. The most effective way to deflect the puck in this position is off the heel of the stick and through the tipper’s legs which makes it very hard for the goaltender to pick up. Typically, goaltenders are moving to where they think the puck is going, are very vulnerable between their legs and aren’t able to react. Most times they never even see the puck. After the tip, the job is not finished. A screener/tipper must complete the job by spinning around to look for rebounds, because as we all know, most goals are not scored on the initial shot, but on the rebound.

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SET-UP: F starts in the corner with a puck and passes it to D at the point. D walks the puck to the middle and shoots as F drives to the net for a deflection. F continues to the corner and picks up a puck as D moves in around michiganhockeyonline.com | November 23, 2009

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MICHIGAN HOCKEY

STATE OF THE GAME

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by LYLE PHAIR

Every day it seems like our world gets smaller and smaller as technology gets bigger and better. Life on the information super-highway is getting faster and faster. Events that happen halfway across the world are easily accessible via the internet moments after they occur. Or even as they occur. No longer do we have to wait until the next morning to read the paper to find out how our favorite NHL, junior or college team did the night before. We don’t even have to stay up to watch the evening news, waiting endlessly as the meteorologist tells us three separate times what the weather was like earlier today, what is happening right now and the best guess of what will happen tomorrow and the next 10 days, before they cram in three minutes of sports highlights and bad jokes from the sports guy at the end of the show. We can pretty much watch the game unfold as it happens. Online. Information is everywhere. Everything we could possibly need. More than we could possibly need. It can be mind-boggling sorting through it all. What is important? And what just takes up time and brain space that we probably don’t have. Sometimes I feel like I need to call the “IT guy” to have him install more memory. I have no disk space left. Most of the “information overload” is good. Once you are able to sort your way through it. In the hockey world there are a number of very significant technological improvements. Most leagues have websites with everything that their team members need to know readily available at the click of a mouse. No longer do we need to prepare and cart around massive binders of material that we never have the time to read. We can access the information online from the comfort of our home if and when we need it. Teams can schedule games via e-mail and post their schedules on their team websites. Parents can access team websites and download practice and game schedules into their personal

WHAT’S THE POINT? planners to get their players where they need to be and when they need to be there. Coaches and managers can communicate information to their team members without endless hours on the phone or distributing mountains of printed paper handouts at the arena. Directions to out of the way, hard to find arenas in the biggest cities and smallest towns can be accessed in seconds. We don’t have to wait impatiently for the hot off the presses next issue of Michigan Hockey to hit the stands in arenas to find out game results and where our team sits in the league standings. Scores can be posted online immediately and standings updated accordingly. No longer do the hands-in-the-pocket dads need to shuffle and mill about in front of the tournament bracket scoreboards in the arena lobbies (although they do anyway, that will never change) figuring and re-figuring the goals for and against quotient for four different teams in their division to determine every possible tie-breaking scenario imaginable and the subsequent playoff game schedule for each one. Game scores and rules are on the tournament websites with scores being updated constantly with tweets and twitters and other such stuff. Organizations and teams can advertise tryouts and extol the virtues of their coaches and the benefits of playing for them. Parents can research whether or not what is portrayed is in fact true or just may have been served up with a little embellishment on the side. The hockey database website, hockeydb.com, although still a work in progress, is as comprehensive as it gets in terms of providing details of where former and current players have and do play. Revisionist playing career history on the coaching resume might not be such a good idea anymore. Current game results and standings can be very valuable to teams looking to find “like competition” in scheduling games. There is nothing worse than driving an hour or more to play in a game that turns out to be a blow-out. A lot can be determined by looking at game results to extrapolate which teams might be a good fit to play for a good competitive game. But at what point do we go too far? When does it become too much information? How do we determine what really is relevant and what information is really not necessary, and maybe even counter-productive, as it relates to youth hockey? And how do we know if all of this information is accurate? Maybe there are mistakes? Maybe even intentional mistakes? How do we know? This season the Little Caesars Amateur Hockey League chose to “scale back” its information package available on the league website by eliminating individual scoring statistics for the Bantam and Midget divisions. Last season, team managers at those age groups were required to enter the player roster and then for each

league game to denote the goaltenders who played, the goals, assists, penalties and times in the game that they occurred. Individual statistics were compiled and listed for each player on the team as well as the leading scorers in each division. The Tier One Elite Hockey League does publish individual statistics for Bantam and Midget players. Some people think that the posting of individual statistics at Bantam and Midget is a good thing. Others don’t like it at all. Some really don’t care that much one way or another. In my opinion, individual statistics really aren’t necessary even at the bantam and midget level. They just become another situation to potentially have to manage for many coaches who are already managing too many situations, all of which are far less important than what they want to be doing and what they should be doing, devoting their attention to coaching their players and team. What situations you ask? Players and parents who can’t handle the situations created when individual statistics are posted for everyone to see. Selfish play and petty jealousies. While those things may already exist on teams, they definitely find a way to bubble to the surface faster when stats are published. It’s human nature. Years ago before every game in college and professional hockey was captured on video, every team had “that player” who was the master at negotiating the “phantom assist” by casually suggesting to the officials on the ice that they happened to be involved in the play. Every player (and every coach) on the team knew who these guys were and they were not always held in very high regard because of these selfish, weaselesque tactics. It’s a little like golf. Is it really a par just because you write down a par on the scorecard, conveniently forgetting that little foot wedge that got you out from behind that tree? Just how accurate is the information that we are posting? Can the scorekeeper make changes? Do the referees consistently get every assist correct? For that matter, every goal? Absolutely not. So why post information that can’t be substantiated by video and is more often than not completely inaccurate? The negatives far outweigh any positive purpose. Which brings me to the “rankings” websites. They too were probably established with the “best intentions” and to some degree do serve a useful purpose as it relates to coaches looking to schedule games against teams of a similar competitive level. But it doesn’t stop there. Someone’s opinion of the order of teams becomes the impetus for argument and debate. And does that really make that much sense when we are talking about children playing a game? Information is great. How we deal with it is oftentimes not.

HOCKEYSHOT TRAINING TIP: practice your one-timers off the ice The one-timer is one of the most exciting and difficult shots in hockey. The one-timer combines three main elements: quickness, accuracy, and, of course, timing. Although the one-timer is an essential skill in becoming a better player, very little time is spent on it. Even elite players often have difficulty with the one-timer. Timing for the one-timer must be accurately gauged by the shooter, because there is only a fraction of a second opportunity for the shooter’s stick to contact the puck and put it into the net. Practice is the only way for your timing to improve. The shot of choice for the one-timer is usually the slap shot; however players should begin practicing this play using the snapshot. Working on the one-timer used to be a skill that required a partner to feed passes. But not anymore, thanks to great off-ice hockey training products like the Tape 2 Tape and

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showcases. Each division plays five showcases at home and five away allowing all teams to play each other during the season, according to TOEHL commissioner Larry Johnson. The league makes an effort to plan showcases around holiday weekends in order to minimize the amount of school players miss, he said. “Its kids that have talent and desire that move on to AAA,” said Johnson. “Some kids thrive on it because they have to play better and some don’t because they aren’t the star player anymore.” Johnson believes that playing AAA is a good way for talented players to develop because “you don’t want to be the best kid on the ice in every game.” “The biggest reason to play AAA at the Midget Major level is exposure,” said Ciraulo. “It’s the highest level you can play in the best league in the United States. At a local game we might get 15 scouts and at a showcase we might have more than 100. Every kid from last year’s team (Little Caesar’s U18) went to junior this season and about 80 percent of our players end up at the Division I college level.” Below the midget level, there are plenty of reasons to play AAA as well according to Paquette. “Kids that develop their skills to a higher level have the desire to compete and challenge others with similar skills,” he said. “That’s not to say that all players aspire to AAA or that all AAA kids are the very best players, but the skill level and their will to compete seem to go hand in hand.” Many of the Detroit area midget teams attract players from across the country that move in order to further their development. This season’s Little Caesar’s 18U team has seven out of state players, according to Ciraulo. “We usually have local kids on the team, but this year out of 100 at tryouts, 55 were from out of state. The economy is causing fewer Michigan kids to try out.” Victory Honda 16U head coach Tony Maci has also seen fewer kids vying for a spot on his team due to the economy, instead seeing some players opt for AA or high school hockey. While AA hockey can often cost as much as AAA, AAA programs have worked to lessen expenses through fundraisers and reduced travel. “Teams are trying to stay closer to home for tournaments because of the cost,” said Maci. Although costs can vary from team to team, a AAA parent is likely to spend somewhere in the area of $4,000 to $6,000 per season for ice time and travel. “Most teams plan fundraisers that can reduce costs either individually or as a team,” said Paquette. “We have teams that are greatly able to reduce costs depending on how the parents can pull together and organize events that draw outside donations. Many are able to reduce their ice bill by as much as 50%, which is a huge benefit to all families at this time at any level.” Travel is hard enough for teams in the more populated areas of the state but it’s even more difficult when you are located

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in Marquette in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, where 100 miles separates you from your nearest competitor. As a longtime staple in Midget Major AAA hockey, the Marquette Electricians continue to produce high-level players by competing in two circuits, the Northern Lakes Hockey League and the North American Prospects Hockey League. The NLHL includes six members with teams based in Sault St. Marie, Houghton and Lansing, Faribault (Minnesota) and Thunder Bay, Ontario in addition to Marquette. Each team plays a 20-game schedule within the league. The NAPHL is made up of 24 organizations from across the country and includes 20 teams at the Midget Major level (18 and Under) and 14 teams at the Midget Minor level (16 and Under). Michigan organizations in the NAPHL include the Electricians, Lansing Capitals and Kalamazoo-based S2. The Detroit Falcons and Motor City Metal Jackets are in the 16 and Under AAA division. The NAPHL plays five USA Hockey-sanctioned showcase events throughout the year, including one coming up at the Ann Arbor Ice Cube, January 15-18, 2010. “For us it’s more expensive to play in both leagues, but with our geographic location it’s the only option we have,” said Tim McIntosh, who sits on the Board of Directors for the Electricians. “But the total cost to play here is still probably one of the least expensive in the country at $4,500. That includes ice, hotels, transportation and coach’s fees. The only thing it doesn’t include is the cost of the flight to San Jose for one of the showcases.” Because of the extensive travel involved, Marquette provides the team with their own bus. The Electricians draw most of their roster from the Upper Peninsula but often have a player or two from out of state or downstate Michigan that move to Marquette to join the organization. In those cases, the team has a billeting system set up similar to junior hockey where the player stays with a local family at a cost of around $300 per month. In Marquette, as with most AAA teams, tryouts are held in the spring with the team picked late in the spring or early summer. Contrary to what some parents and players may think, teams are not always predetermined and the tryouts do offer outside kids a chance at the next level, according to Victory Honda’s Maci. “If a player is good enough he’ll make the team. We’re looking for the best of the best,” he said. “My first year I had five kids return from the previous team, the following year I had three kids and this year I had three kids return. There is a high amount of turnover.” And while AAA isn’t going to be an option for every young player, Johnson encourages anyone that is considering it to come out and watch a game and see if they think they can play at the AAA level. “Basically the whole program is to improve the kids and move them to the next level,” he said. “Our goal is to get you to college to play hockey and enjoy it and get an education.”


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HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW ‘09

High school level getting bigger and better

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BY LARRY O’CONNOR

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says Al Kranzo, the coach at Grand Rapids Catholic Central. “Travel teams got wise to that.” The MDHL model also dispels another long-held belief that the only route to college or pro hockey went through an elite travel program. MDHL alums fill the rosters of the Junior A United States Hockey League and North American Hockey League teams as well as those at an increasing number of Division I schools. Michigan State’s Jeff Petry (Orchard Lake St. Mary’s) and Dean Chelios (Cranbrook) and Michigan’s Brian Hogan (Detroit Catholic Central) and Chad Langlais (Cranbrook) are among those with MDHL lineage. Last season’s USA Hockey Junior Player of the Year, Andrew Miller (Cranbrook) of the USHL’s Chicago Steel, is at Yale while East Kentwood alumnus Eric Alexander is in his first year at Ferris State. Players from the Macomb Area Conference took a page from the MDHL model and formed an ad-hoc team to compete in fall midget tournaments. The MDHL and similar efforts have helped boost play, but there are other factors involved. “The biggest improvement I’ve seen is that the coaches continually get better,” says Burns, whose son Billy played at Detroit Catholic Central. “There a few kids where the finances have put them back into high school, but there are other kids who are just picking it as an option. They know they can move on.”

Blame it on the economy or an overall surge in popularity, but high school hockey is undergoing a renaissance. “I think it is changing and it is changing dramatically,” says Rick Reed, Bloomfield United coach. Such a sweeping declaration is not without merit. One is reason is sheer numbers. The state boasts 176 high school teams, which represents 262 schools with 47 co-op teams comprised of two or more schools. Another factor underpinning that glowing thesis is the growing number of former state prep products dotting NHL rosters, notably Justin Abdelkader (Muskegon Mona Shores) of the Detroit Red Wings; Mike Knuble (East Kentwood) of the Washington Capitals; Andy Greene (Trenton) of the New Jersey Devils and David Moss (Detroit Catholic Central) of the Calgary Flames. And some additional evidence of the rising status of the high school level may have occurred Sept. 11-13 when two entries from the Michigan Developmental Hockey League (MDHL) – a circuit comprised solely of the state’s premier prep talent – emerged as the top teams in the Motor City Cup Challenge. Team MDHL White prevailed 7-4 over the MDHL Green squad in the final with Detroit Catholic Central’s David Middleton scoring a goal and adding three assists while Grosse Pointe North’s Matthew Lucchese registered STILL A WAYS TO GO a hat trick for the victors. While prep hockey is on the rise, the The larger feat spoke of prep game’s Michigan brand has yet to match the ascent since the MDHL U-18 White and fervor of Minnesota where 19,000 jam U-18 Green contingents vanquished into the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul squads – Belle Tire, Compuware, for the state championships. Honeybaked, Victory Honda and Little Such euphoric heights may be Caesars among the most notable – that unattainable even in this hockey-rich carry some of the state’s elite hockey state, Burns suggests. He notes that talent. Minnesota was bereft of professional While the result might be seen as sports teams until the 1960s, leaving an aberration in some circles, high locals to rally around their high school school coaches trumpet the showing Muskegon Mona Shores product Justin Abdelkader, who hockey teams. as evidence of the prep game’s stock was Michigan high school’s Mr. Hockey in 2004, went A more realistic comparison might value. on to play a year in the USHL, three years at Michigan be to East Coast high school hockey, State, a season in Grand Rapids (AHL) and has played which enjoys a similar profile to ECONOMY PLAYS A ROLE 19 games with the Red Wings over the last two seasons. Minnesota, but where players are With the state’s economy in tatters, allowed to turn out for both travel better players are eschewing costlier elite travel teams in favor of teams and prep squads. turning out for their high school squads. As a result, some high Such an arrangement would require considerable give-and-take school coaches report being three and four lines deep this season. since amateur and scholastic hockey seasons run parallel. Ultimately, The prep game’s perceived drawbacks – such as playing fewer it would be MAHA’s (Michigan Amateur Hockey Association) call games in a less competitive environment – are being reduced to a to make, says Randy Allen, MHSAA spokesman. fine mist. “I’d love to see a three-part season set up where AAA teams can “When you look at high school hockey, the criticism over the years rock it out for three months in the beginning of August, September has been, ‘You play high school hockey, you don’t get as many games and October and then shut her down and let the high school season in,’” Jackson Lumen Christi Coach Mike Wartella says. “Really, play out,” Bloomfield United’s Reed says. when you look at it, most (high school) programs are on the ice five St. Clair Shores coach Frank DiCristofaro also sees merits if the to six times a week. separate entities could find a way to coalesce. “People are seeing that, as far as improving skill and quality of “Our rules are getting closer and closer every year to the same play, a lot of that comes from the amount practice they get.” rules that USA Hockey has,” says DiCristofaro, who has coached in Bill Burns did his part to squelch the perceived competitive drop metro Detroit high school circles for 30 years. “Hopefully in the next off between prep and travel circuits, forming the MDHL as a vigorous 10 years everybody will be on the same path for the betterment of precursor to the five-month high school season. all the kids.” Based on coach recommendations, Burns invites 450 of state’s elite Another prep coaching veteran is skeptical such a collaboration high school players to tryout for 125 spots in August at Cranbrook is possible, noting the longtime chasm between interscholastic and Ice Arena. amateur hockey ranks. Four teams are formed, which play a 15-game slate at the Plymouth “It’s almost like asking if Ford and General Motors could Cultural Center during September and October. In addition to intercollaborate,” says Gordie St. John, Detroit Catholic Central associate league play, MDHL select squads take part in tournaments against coach. “There is so much history there and the two have been top-notch prep schools and midget major teams. competing for the same players for so long. I think the truth is This fall’s season concluded with a three-day showcase Oct. 30high school has been hugely successful in attracting players who Nov. 1 pitting MDHL squads against Honeybaked U18, Lake Forest, otherwise would be playing AAA hockey. That’s been kind of a Ill., and Buffalo (N.Y.) Saints U18 sides at the Plymouth Cultural Center. sore point. Prior to the MDHL, players had to skate on their own or join travel “When I was coaching AAA, we never wanted to lose a kid to high teams and then quit once the high school season commenced. school hockey. That was our bailiwick and we wanted to keep it.” “Financially, it was a very difficult choice for a player to make,”

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HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW ‘09

Boy’s High School season should be competitive in all three divisions Michigan Hockey asked the state’s high school coaches to supply some information about their team. Here is what they told us:

ANN ARBOR PIONEER

The Pioneers return just Zach Reinholt, JR D; Jordon Fox, JR F; Ben Silvers, JR F; Conor Graf, SR F; Zach Freeman, SR F; Joe Chronis, JR F and Spencer Peck, SO G from a team that finished 13-11 last season. “We are going to be young and inexperienced,” said coach Steve Armstrong.

AVONDALE YELLOW JACKETS

The hardworking, blue-collar squad will benefit from the leadership of 11 seniors, including Matthew Pacioni, F, captain; Brandon Coakley, D, assistant captain, Kevin Noble, F, assistant captain, Zach Wagner, F, Michal Przytakoski, F, Chay Drexler, G and Tyler Boelter, D. Newcomers include junior forwards Sal Munaco and Derek Piercy, and sophomore forwards Steven Carter and Connor Traskel.

BIG RAPIDS CARDINALS

After losing to Cranbrook in the D3 state final, the Cardinals are deep and return three of their top four scorers in senior captain Mike Hickson, senior Tommy Hancock and sophomore Seth Adams, along with senior defenseman Billy Clark and sophomore goalie Trace Pennock. “Our team is extremely motivated to have another strong playoff run. With our core offense returning, and solid players at the D and goaltender positions, we have high expectations,” said coach Tim Blashill.

and Spencer Tamler. “We hope by playoff time that our new players will establish their roles and our goaltending will be strong,” said coach Andy Weidenbach.

DEARBORN DIVINE CHILD FALCONS

The Falcons lost 16 players to graduation and will be very young, but expect to have good team speed. Key returners include junior captains Ryan Desjarlais and Jimmy Prevost, sophomore captain Austin Pearson, junior Mike Martin, D, and senior forwards Joe Aloisio and Joe Darwish. “I am looking forward to watching this team develop. They are very disciplined, hard working and they have talent,” said coach Brian Dallas.

DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL

After winning 25 games and the D1 state title last year, the Shamrocks lost some key firepower to junior hockey, but still return 14 players, including senior goalie Zack Cisek. “We have solid depth in all three positions but no true superstars and our staff is very pleased with this team’s approach to school and workouts in preparation for the season,” said coach Todd Johnson.

DETROIT COUNTRY DAY

The YellowJackets lost just four players from a team that won 10 games last season, and return senior goalie Alex Cantrell and forwards

senior Eric Scott on the blueline. Top newcomers include sophomore forward Zach Massa and junior Eric Chamberlain on defense. “I expect us to compete for the OAA league title, and have a long playoff run and have fun everyday we’re on the ice,” said coach Mark Vellucci.

FLINT POWERS CHARGERS

The Chargers are motivated after reaching the state final four the last years and returns a senior group that includes forward Dane Genord, defensemen Brett Kovel and Joe Carlson and goalie Mike Underwood. Juniors Nick Webb, F; Spencer Spurlin, F; and Niles Owen, D, are also back. Seniors new this year include forwards Andy Lay and Nik Keene and defensemen Dalton Hammond and Brad Sekulich. “We have a good group and our tough schedule should prepare us for a playoff run,” said coach Travis Perry.

GAYLORD BLUE DEVILS

The Blue Devils lost 12 players to graduation from a team that won 12 games last season. Key returners include goaltender Schae Stevens, defensemen David Clement, Brennan Borowiak, Regan Quaal and Jim Ryan along with forwards Matt Elswick, Joey Zaborowski, Nick Shear and Justin Kelly. “Our strength will again be our team speed and our ability to put pressure on our opponent,” said coach Pete Wilkinson. “And we will again have a challenging schedule.”

GOODRICH MARTIANS

The Martians are back after a season off and will count on three seniors – defenseman Conner Geml and forwards Aaron Fraker and Jake Brejnak – to help get off to a good start. Upperclassmen newcomers include senior forward Jeremy O’Neill, senior goalie Brittany Card and juniors Mack Pfeiffer, F; Clerk Jungk, G; and Garrett Gilbert, F. We are a young skilled team. “Our staff agrees that we are a very young team, however our skill level is very high,” said coach Brian Tangney

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BLOOMFIELD HILLS UNIFIED CHARGERS

After a school best 20 wins last season, the Chargers are deep and return a group that includes Matt Andonian D, senior captain; Austin Ramin F, junior captain; Neal Krentz D, sophomore captain along with seniors Johnny Hutchinson, Tom Calvas, Matt Walczak, Aaron Kramer and junior Cameron Schwalb. “We had very difficult roster decisions to make,’ said coach Rick Reed. “We will turn heads with our competitive, disciplined style.”

GRAND LEDGE/WAVERLY

The Comet Warriors lost 10 players from conference championship team that won 24 games last season, but return senior captains Andrew Dolehanty, D, and Ricky Wise, F; junior captain Austin Hull in goal and junior forward Jack Klingbiel. Top newcomers include senior forward Zach Rogers and freshman defenseman Adam Epstein. “We have a good core of returning players with excellent leadership and I look to build on last year’s conference championship,” said coach Brian Clifford.

BROTHER RICE WARRIORS

The Warriors lost 10 players to graduation and have many new faces. The defense will be anchored by all-state senior captain Joe Van Antwerp, along with Jake Jazkolski and sophomore newcomer Chris Wilberding. Scoring should come from returning senior forwards Steve Hibbard, Luke Jackson and Grant Fisher. Junior PJ Bridges will be between the pipes. “We’ve been able to add some good young players to the roster,” said coach Lou Schmidt. “But we‘ll lean heavy on the returning players, and their leadership, to carry the load.”

Grosse Pointe South Blue Devils’ captains this season are (from left) Jim Morris, Nick Monoforto and Miles Knight.

GROSSE ILE RED DEVILS

The Chiefs won 16 games last season and return a skilled, defensively strong squad led by seniors AJ Rosales, F, and Ron Gaudi, D, and junior Jimmy Lafontaine, D. Newcomers include seniors Kyle Korte, D, and Sean Murphy, F, and junior forward Jordan Smith. “We’ve reloaded with a balanced team of upper classmen,” said coach Jeremy Majszak.

Michael VanAntwerp, Kirk Goleniak, and Brian Fisher, along with junior defensemen George McKenzie and Drew Tyrrell. Sophomores Scott Wolf, F, and Ryan Goleniak, D, are also back. We strive to play an up tempo, puck possession style of play and hope our returning experience will get us off to a good start,” said coach Chuck Carvey.

After playing a lot of young players last season the Red Devils return a group of seniors that includes forwards Justin Keenan, Josh Shoup, Gordey Howey, Chris Skehan and defensemen Jimmy Chessrown and Ryan St. Onge. Sophomore Ryan Laurain and junior Ryan Westfall are also back on the blueline. Senior forward D.J. Hastings joins the squad from Compuware AAA and Chris Skehan and Tyler Soncrant are also new. “We will be competitive every game,” said coach Skip Howey.

CHELSEA BULLDOGS

DEXTER DREADNAUGHTS

GROSSE POINTE NORTH

CANTON CHIEFS

Coach Don Wright returns all his defensemen from a team that won 19 games last season, but has to replace his top two forward lines. Top returners include seniors Dan Hudson, F; Jason Doyle, F; Matt Darr, G, and Blake Blaha, D, along with junior defensemen Steve Lesko and Dylan Laidlaw. “The key will be how the young players develop,” said Wright.

CLARKSTON WOLVES

After nine wins last season and a couple of rebuilding years the Wolves expect to be hardworking, disciplined and have more success this season. Clarkston returns four defensemen, including seniors David Cannons and Sean Hancock and senior forwards Adam Frank, Jack Schlau and Jon Graham. Top newcomers on the blueline include junior Chad Watton and senior Nick Heinrich.

CRANBROOK CRANES

The D3 state champions are inexperienced in goal, but return four defensemen and should have two top scoring lines. Top returning players include senior forwards Patrick Brown, Alex Loewenstein, Dakota Sherman and Will Miller, along with senior defensemen Sean Collon and John Stockman and junior blueliners Ryan Murray

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The Dreadnaughts return an experienced squad led by senior goalies Tony Ceccolini and Alex Everard and senior captain and leading scorer Matt Stirling. Senior assistant captains John Brosch, F, and Jake Gillis, D, along with junior blueliner Max Waldrup are also back. “After a down year this will be the deepest team we have had in the four seasons I have been coach,” said coach Gary Howell.

EAST KENTWOOD FALCONS

The Falcons are young but will roll three lines and return junior captains Jimmy Davis and Ross McBride on the blueline and senior Evan Conn and sophomore Brett White up front. Junior Daniel Leahy and freshman Zach Cassavant are the goalies. “We’re young with only three seniors but we’re determined to play better in February than in November,” said coach Todd Bell.

FARMINGTON FALCONS

The Falcons have 15 players who saw significant ice time last season returning, including five defensemen and seven of their top 10 scorers. Farmington will roll four lines and are led by senior captain Ethan Range, Kraig Andrews and Tim Pattison up front and

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The Norsemen return 10 players off a squad that won 18 games and lost in the D2 semifinals last season, including senior forwards Matt Lucchese, Mitch Capp and Steve Herron, senior defensemen Alex Tomovski and Dylan Welke, and sophomore blueliner Scott Dornbrock. Top newcomers include senior goalie Mike Held, defenseman Shane Johnston, sophomores JP Lucchese and Joe Aluia and freshman Brad Werenski. “Being so young and having so many new players, it will be great to watch the younger guys develop through the season and the veterans lead the way,” said coach Scott Lock.

GROSSE POINTE SOUTH

New coach James Bufalino expects the Blue Devils to be a speedy offensive team with solid goaltending. South returns three senior captains, forwards Jimmy Morris and Miles Knight, along with defenseman Nick Monforton. Newcomers include senior blueliner Alex Krebs, sophomore forward Wes Cimmarusti and sophomore goalie CJ Schebil, who will form a tandem with senior Matt Hughes. “We have a good mix of talent and speed,” said Bufalino. “We will be looking for leadership from our upperclassmen and for our new players to quickly adapt.”


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HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW ‘09

High School boy’s teams start on road to finals at Compuware Arena HOWELL HIGHLANDERS

After winning 25 games and making it to the D1 state final, the speedy Highlanders have big expectations this season. Captain Tyler Myers leads a veteran group of seniors that includes forwards Ryan Johnson, Eric Cosellian, Alex Burton, defensemen Victor Riess and Billy Cruse along with goaltender Zakkery Olvin. Other veterans include junior forwards Gabe Daavettila, Branden Burton and defenseman Dakota Olvin. Senior goalie Allen Nowak and Austin Karpy, and juniors Kenny Miloser, Jake Henrikson and Jordan Simmonds are new this season. “We’ll focus on our goals, continue to train hard throughout the entire season and concentrate on our execution,” said coach Randy Montrose.

HUDSONVILLE EAGLES

The Eagles won 22 games last season and return a strong senior class that includes all-state forward Parker Host, forwards Alex DeCorte, Alec Durham, Ryan Rose, Aaron Barto and Cayce Fletcher, along with defenseman Ryan Crass. Newcomers include sophomore forward Bryce Dewindt and junior goalie Zac Streeter. “Last year was our first ever Regional Championship and we need to remember the hard work, dedication and commitment that got us there,” said coach Jason Caster.

JACKSON LUMEN CHRISTI

The Spartans are a veteran squad with 13 returning players and 11 seniors and expect to play an up-tempo style with a focus on defensive play. Key returners include senior forwards Cole Rochowiak, Trevor Baruzzini, John Struach, Evan Malick and Matt Fox, senior defensmemen Jake Poynter and Jake Vert and senior goalie Danny Sager. Newcomers include junior forwards Andrew Palushaj and John Mandryk and junior defenseman Brendan Hay. “This is a one of the hardest working groups that we have been associated with,” said coach David Mitchell.

MACOMB DAKOTA

The Cougars won 13 games last season and return senior captain Jeff Monfils and junior Kyle Rojem up front, along with senior defenseman Austin Mazur and senior goalie Trevor Miller. Key newcomers include senior captain Will Stawinski, junior defenseman Joe Stronati and forwards Robert Haney and Justin Boyd. “We have a nice mix of young and experienced players that should allow us to challenge in the MAC Red division,” said coach Dave Koons.

MANISTEE CHIPPEWAS

The Chips won 14 games last season and finished third in the Northern Michigan Hockey League. Key returning players includes senior forwards Joey Tomczyk and Connor Nowczyk, juniors Wesley Olson (forward/defense), Nolan LeClaire (forward) and Charlie

sophomore defenseman Austin Wilson. “Our strength will be in commitment and discipline,” said coach Gary Quitiquit. “We have a good balance of size and speed.”

MONA SHORES SAILORS

The Sailors, who won 19 games and lost in the D2 state final, again have good team speed and depth. Returning from that squad are senior forwards Kyle Hicks, Austin Zaloga, David Coppock and Chris Norkus, senior blueliners Ryan Mylenek and Brock Bowkamp and junior forwards Michael Bishop and Evan Adkins. Top newcomers include juniors Jared Taylor and Colin Sander and freshmen Taylor Boyd and Reed Schlender, who should push sophomore goalie Kelton Maskell. “Lastt year’s experience is going to be very valuable this year,” said coach Charlie Link. “They know what is required now. I’ll look for these returning players to work with the new ones, to help let them know what’s expected, and to make another run for it this year.”

MONROE ST. MARY

The Falcons lost four top seniors but are loaded with veteran players, including senior forwards Chris Hughes, Mitch Baker, John Qualey and Josh Diroff and senior defensemen E.J. Comerzon and T.J. Lovell and senior goalie Matt Pigula, who is joined in net by sophomore Zach Cherney. Other vets include junior forward Zach Diederich, sophomore forwards John Grancitelli and Dominic Antonelli and sophomore blueliner Zach Moore. Top newcomers are forwards Tony Fanola and Dillon Lewis and defenseman Andre Lewis.

NORTH FARMINGTON/HARRISON

The Flyers won 17 games last season and return a deep squad that includes junior captain Joseph Shecter, seniors Adam Rosen, Ryan Arndt and Justin VanValkenburg, junior forwards Scott Newel, Peter Kusek and Caleb Wright along with junior defenseman Andrew DeBrincat. Newcomers include junior forward Michael Race and sophomores Derek Ried (F) and goalie Keith Ladouceur. “We want to compete for the OAA championship,” said coach Ken Anderson. “We’re quick, deep at forward and should be very solid with talented and experienced defensemen.”

LAKE ORION DRAGONS

The Dragons have 17 players new to high school hockey, but have a group of returning players led by senior forwards Shane Pettit and Corey Hodge, junior captain Dan Blascak and junior forward Corbin Rainey. “We have talent throughout the entire lineup,” said coach Pat Cherry. “Our strength will be a team first attitude.”

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L’ANSE HORNETS

The Hornets, who compete in the Lake Superior Conference, return key players in goalie Parker Miller, forward Alex VanWagner and defenseman Joe Richard. New players include Scott Grezetich and Carter Hendricks.

The Novi Wildcats return five of their top six scorers and veterans at every position from a team that made it to the D2 state semifinals last season.

LAPEER WEST PANTHERS

The Panthers are on the small side, have a new coaching staff and expect to have good team speed. “With only three seniors and with the amount of young players we have we will be in position to develop our program to be very competitive for a number of years,” said coach Jeff Dagher.

LINDEN EAGLES

The Eagles’ first year coach Brent Sullivan expects his team to be good offensively and very good in goal. The team’s senior forwards include Austin Flynn, Brendan Sage and Jonny Barr, along with juniors Luke Tunningley and Evan Latner. Also returning are senior defensemen Michael Stone and Brandon Armour and fourth-year goalie Joe Sheltraw and second year goalie Terry Place, who will compete for the number one job. “We have strong forwards and very good goaltending,” said Sullivan. “If we can play well defensively we have a good chance at contending for the league championship.”

LIVONIA CHURCHILL

The Chargers expect to play with grit and speed and have a group of veterans that includes senior forwards Mike Woynick, Christo Papaioannou and Drew Carlson, and defenseman Scott Hamill, junior forwards Steven Klisz and Mike Kutek, junior defenseman Joe Williams, and three sophomores, goalie Alex Estes, defenseman Jim Lelekatch and forward Jacob Otto. “All of our kids have improved,” said coach Pete Mazzoni. “The KLAA is a tough league and we need to be ready to play every night.”

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Foley (defense) and sophomore forward Sam Lipps. Key newcomers include freshman goaltender Austin Wilson, freshman forward Keegan Nowczyk, sophomore defenseman Jordan Truxton, junior defenseman Nick Kacynski, forwards Matt Rutowski, Karl Ochs and Alex Skinner, along with senior defenseman Marcus Eriksson goaltender Simon Bueschges. “I believe this team can compete for our conference championship,” said coach Jon Raatz.

MATTAWAN WILDCATS

After winning two games in their first season last year, the seven school co-op Warriors should be improved. Back are senior captain Ryan Black, sophomore forwards Justin Judge and James Keyser and senior goalie Tyler Jensen. New on the blueline this season are senior Graham Cunningham and junior Kenny Simmons. “We got a lot of the kinks out and learned a lot about ourselves last year,” said coach Charlie O’Hearn. “We are already off to a better start this year.”

NOVI WILDCATS

The Wildcats are big, fast and return five of their top six scorers, the goalie and top two defenseman from a team that made it to the state semifinals. Back are senior forwards Tyler Perpich, Evan Dixon, Tyler Manning, senior defensemen Alex Cova and Andrew Cmoluch and junior forward Zach Mohr and defenseman Nolan Valleau. “We have a group of guys who works hard and are determined to achieve results,” said coach Todd Krygier. ”The sting of last years loss is apparent and will be a great motivator.”

The Wildcats finished second in the South West Michigan League last season and return a group of seniors that includes defensemen Dylan Dault and Jake Nederhoed, forwards Austin Pence and Austin Avery and goalie Anders Helakoski. New players include sophomore goalie Nick Light and freshman forward Michael Romund. “We hope to build off last season and take another step forward,” said coach Mike May. “We’ve got three solid lines, three goalies competing for playing time and a blueline anchored by Dault and Nederhoed. Competing each day will make or break our season.”

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MILFORD MAVERICKS

PINCKNEY PIRATES

The Mavs won six games last season and return veterans at all positions, including senior forwards Cody Beck and Alex Gibson, senior defensemen Andy Lieblich and Josh Nasser, junior forward Jeff Clark, junior defenseman Tyler Matreal and junior goalie Eric Dimercio. Key newcomers include senior forward Jeremy Francis, junior forward Nick Shatney, junior defenseman Ryan Butsovich and

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The Wildcats won 13 games last year and back from that team is senior goalie Corey Hrischuk, senior forwards Will Buday and Blaine Marney and juniors Matt Reid and Tim Perks. “We have 11 new faces, outstanding goaltending and a good veteran core to help lead our young prospects,” said coach Dave Hague. “We had a nice run last season and are looking to compete for a league championship this season.” The Pirates return 13 players from a team that made the regional final, including senior captain Tommy Kilgore, senior forwards Blake Hextall and Tyler Hack, senior defenseman Mike Luck and juniors Mitch Rogowski and goalie Colin Longeway. “We’re a much stronger, veteran team and have good chemistry and proven goaltenders,” said coach Mike Kroll.

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The Titans won 16 games last season and return 12 veterans from that team. All Conference senior goalie Nick Reynolds (five shutouts) is back for his third year as a starter. Senior forward Chris Wegrzyn led the team in scoring last season and forwards Brian Kelley, Taylor Hunter, Logan Densmore, Austin Smith and Cody Cesarz will play bigger roles. Senior Sam Ward and junior Nate Penn will offense from the blueline, and Darian Balser and Daniel Thomson are solid. Senior Mack Wartella and junior newcomers Max Dunigan and Christian Chase will also contribute. “We expect to compete for the conference championship,” said coach Mike Wartella. “Reynolds gives us a chance to win every night and we feel we have a pretty deep team.”

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The Wildcats return senior forwards Pat Smiatacz and Ryan Renault, and Evan Swieczkowski and Ryan Cigile on the back end. Juniors Michael Justus (G), Tyler Sanders (F) and defenseman Tyler Lazorka are also back, along with sophomore forward Zach Gambrill. “We should be a very exciting team to watch,” said coach Paul Fassbender. “Our strengths are up front with some talented forwards.”

PORTAGE NORTHERN

The Huskies have a good group of new and returning players, are solid on defense and in goal and will count on seniors Brandon Walker, Austin Campbell, Brian Mulhern, Chris Corder and Brandon Parks this season.

REETHS-PUFFER

The Rockets won nine games last season and will build around goalie senior captain Eddie Young. Senior captain Joey Sterritt and junior captain Matt Stolzman led the team in scoring last season. Senior forward Ryan Griffin, junior defensemen Jared Alderinkr and Ben Wheeler and sophomore forward Keith Robbins are also back. “We’re very young, but with the goaltending and defensive talent that we have we will look to win low scoring games,” said coach Eric Sikkenga.

RIVERVIEW PIRATES

The Pirates are coming off a two-win season, but have 12 returning players including senior defensemen Russ Lillard and Nick Winchel and forwards Andrew Colunga, Josh Vroman and captain Brad Lesko. Junior captain Adam Millisor and goalie C.J. Suyak are also back “We will be much improved and after we put a couple wins together were going to be a very tough team,” said coach Ron Pattenaude.

ROCHESTER UNITED

Rochester won 18 games, made the D1 quarterfinals and return a solid group of players, including senior defensemen Tyler Martin and captain Alec Suleskey and senior forwards George Holt, Justin Dennis and Grant Burns. Senior starting goalie Tino Lisi and junior defenseman Gannon Pacioni are also back. “We have a good corps of seven returning players,” said coach Dave Underdale. “But our success will be based on the integration of newcomers.”

ROCKFORD RAMS

The Rams won 19 games last season, but graduated five all-conference players including their starting goalie and two defensemen. Senior goalie Christian Van Portfliet takes over and other returners include senior defenseman Robert Perry and senior forwards Jake Chaffee, Sam Gallup, Noah Greco and Cody Cantu. Senior defenseman Eric Conroy joins the Rams from Grand Rapids AAA. “We have 11 new players,” said coach Ed Van Portfliet. “Our strength is at forward and we lack some experience on defense.”

ROMEO BULLDOGS

The Bulldogs return 14 players from last year’s team that won 11 games. The offense is led by senior captains Brad Rice and Johnny Tiseo, along with senior Tyler Underhill, and juniors Brett Bradford, David Kelsey and Alex Finazzo. Senior captain Scott Lanski and junior Jake Turner anchor a veteran defensive unit, while sophomore Anthony Grifka and junior Zach Compeau are solid in goal. “We have a lot of experienced guys back and our depth of talent has improved,” said coach John Minjoe.

ROYAL OAK RAVENS

The Ravens return 16 players, have good chemistry and will play a solid defensive style. Top returners include senior forward Theo Kempf, senior defensemen Gordy Boozan and senior forward Devon Coates, along with juniors Taylor Gabriel, Zack Micku, Luke Lacroix and goalie Jack O’Leary. “We had a good season last year, so I am excited to see if our core can learn from that,” said coach A.J Plaskey. “If we get some solid goaltending and have everyone chip in offensively, we should be competitive.”

SCS UNIFIED

The Lakers won 13 games last season and could be better this year. A four-line attack is led by senior captains Zach Morgan and Chris Pontello and seniors Cory Shafer and Sean Quinn. Senior captain Joe Kommer and senior Adam Cruz hold down the blueline in front of sophomore goalie Zach Kosal. “We feel this is one of the best Lakers teams we’ve had in a while,” said coach Russ DiCristofaro. “We’re skilled and skate well and have good size up front and on the blueline.”

SAGINAW HERITAGE

The Hawks won 23 games and made it to the D2 semifinals last season. Back from that team are senior co-captains Chase Heilbronn and Kyle Sproull, along with senior Curt Nichols, junior Kevin Crawley and sophomore Chris Leibinger. “We are a skilled team that works hard,” said coach JJ Bamberger. “Our season will depend on how well players handle the bigger roles they are given. We lost a lot at all three positions and need players to step up.”

SALEM ROCKS

The Rocks return veterans at all positions from a team that won 14 games last year, including their top line of seniors Kurt Driscoll, Mario Macari and Josh Jarvela, along with senior forward Steve Haburne. Senior defenseman Ryan Blakey, senior goalie Eric Fiorentino and junior forward Ryan Quigley are also back. Senior goalie Steve Manser is a key newcomer. “We have a solid group of forwards and defensemen who have the ability to score, but we will need to improve our defensive focus to attain any success,” said coach Ryan Ossenmacher.

SAULT STE. MARIE

The Blue Devils made it to the district final, won 18 games and return 10 players, including senior forwards Brad Smith and Jordan Shawhan, senior defenseman Phillip Ferroni, along with junior forwards Lucas McLeod and Marc Pomeroy and junior blueliners Nico Talentino and Kevin Killips. “We’ve got four solid lines and a veteran defensive unit, and I’m excited about our prospects,” said coach Doug Laprade.

STONEY CREEK

The Cougars return eight players from a team that won 16 games and finished a point out of first place in the OAA. Speedy senior captain Mike Orosey, senior forwards Adam Ekl, Chris Jetts and Jeff Bourgoin are back, along with senior goalie Kyle Matta, senior defenseman Ben Mommersteeg and junior blueliner Adam Ketner. “I still believe that we have enough talent to compete in the OAA and that we will be a tough team to beat by the end of the year,” said coach John Gruden.

TEMPERANCE BEDFORD

The Kicking Mules have a veteran squad that includes 17 returning players. While their top two scorers have graduated, T-B has depth at all positions including the top line of senior Drew Bachli and juniors Jared Kujawa and Blake Podgorski. Also back are senior forward Brendon Sokoloski and senior defenseman Chris Williams.

TRAVERSE CITY CENTRAL

The Trojans are young, inexperienced and return just seven players from last year’s team that won 18 games, including senior forwards Jared VanWormer, Alex Wietrick, Trevor Mattis and Max Schrank, along with junior defenseman Adam Swy. “We’ve got a good group of returning players and some talented young players that work hard and really enjoy playing the game. Provided the chemistry is there we have the potential to have a much better season than many people are expecting,” said coach Chris Givens.

TRENTON TROJANS

After a 24-win, state championship season last year, this year’s Trojans’ squad is a work in progress. Senior forwards Kody Polin, Martin Gruse and captain Ryan Kelley lead up front, while senior Brett Berger returns on the blueline. Sophomore defenseman Cory Dunn, freshman defenseman Reed Whiteside and freshman forward Grant Rushlau should also contribute. “The expectations are always high,” said coach Mike Turner. “We are young in goal and on defense, but very experienced up front and it will take time for this group to get it right.”

TROY COLTS

The Colts are coming off a seven-win season in the OAA and return a group of seniors that includes forwards Bobby Karam, Michael King, Brandon Kammo and Charlie St. Cyr, along with defenseman Andrew Wilson. Senior defenseman Duncan McLean joins the team this season. “We’ll need to have strong defensive play, starting in goal and extending out to the blueline. Consistent play needs to be a top priority in order for the team to be competitive,” said coach Tim Zimmerman.

TROY ATHENS

The Red Hawks rolled to the OAA White title last season and return 14 players, including 10 seniors and five of their top six

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defensemen and both goalies. Back are senior forwards Matt Lining, Mike MacKinnon and Steve Perkins, along with senior defenseman Aaron Faw, and the junior goaltending tandem of Justin Yochem and Jamie Cattran. “We are looking to remain as a top contender in the division and much is expected by the coaching staff and of the players themselves,” said coach Joe Barone.

U OF D JESUIT

The Cubs, who have 15 seniors this year after winning 18 games and the MIHL title last season, play a very challenging schedule and graduated 54% of their offense. Key returning players include top returning scorer Patrick Riedy, Justin Evans, David Rieckhoff, Patrick Riedy, Ian Monkman, Alex Van Tiem, Matthew Moore, Evan Moore, Jordan Dean, Adam Bradley, J.P. Hewitt and Anthony Stempin.

UTICA CHIEFTAINS

The Chieftains are young, but should be strong defensively with senior Kyle Martin in goal and senior Anthony Fata and junior Brock Rowe holding down the blueline. Top returning forwards include senior Matt Dasin, junior Andrew Gates and sophomore Tyler Benoot. “I am excited for this season and really look forward to working with our team. We’ve got a great group of players who are willing to learn,” said coach Nick Tomczyk.

UTICA EISENHOWER

The Eagles won 17 games last season and return an experienced squad that includes 16 seniors and should be strong defensively. Back are senior forwards Ryan Maloney (captain), Justin Whitson and Ryan Kalinowski, along with senior defensemen Adam Nimtz and James Czarnik. Junior goaltender Everett Bommarito returns and will be pushed by sophomore Erik Rodak. “We still have to prove we can be a top contender in the MAC and compete with the other top teams in the state. Hopefully, we will be up to the challenge,” said coach Bob Hall.

UTICA STEVENSON

The Titans have three senior forwards back from a 16-win team a year ago - Justin Zyvon, Drew DeMarti and Taylor Wiess – along with junior forward Tyler Barnes. Newcomers include senior Mason Hennegy and junior defensemen Jason Zyvon and Charlie Schultz. “This year’s team should have plenty off offense, combined with a tremendous work ethic and will to win. Our defense is a little inexperienced, but will make up for that with grit and speed,” said coach Alan Korolewicz.

WARREN DE LA SALLE

The Pilots return 12 players from a squad that won 17 games and made it to the D2 quarterfinals last season, including defensemen Matt Gasior, Brad Annas, Robert Penrod and Zach Plotzke, forwards Bill Coole, Mike Lipari, John Herbert, Dan Lipa, Bryan Pike, Shane McKenna and Ryan Kett, along with goalie Matt Neal. “We have a very talented team that just needs to stay healthy,” said coach Dan Berry. “And we are hope that our tough schedule will help us down the road.”

WATERFORD KETTERING

The Captains won 13 games last season and will be solid defensively this year. Returning players include junior defenseman Taylor Gilliland, senior Kyle Smith and senior goalie Stephen Salek. Up front senior captain Matt Brisson, seniors Ryan Zimmerman and Dan Herron, and junior Zach Zimmerman are back. “Like most teams we will have to play smart, disciplined hockey. Outworking other teams will be a big key to our success,” said coach Dan Whitener.

WALLED LAKE NORTHERN

The Knights, who won 16 games and made the state quarterfinals last season, return senior forwards Chris Hellebuyck, Mitch Musto and Cam Mackey, along with senior defenseman Mike Lemon. AllState junior goalie Connor Hellebuyck is also back and will form a solid tandem senior newcomer Eric Trunick. “On paper it appears we have a solid squad,” said coach Claude Tunison. “If that talent can work hard and mesh as a team it should be an enjoyable season.”

WOODHAVEN WARRIORS

The Warriors won 16 games last season and return a solid group led by senior captains Ben Wilkewitz and Tyler Skehan, senior forward Cameron Smith and juniors Brandon Baker, Kyle Page, Ryan DeCaires and Eric Parker. “Our defense is very mobile and goaltending is solid,” said coach Bryan Sullavan. “If we can learn to finish we will be fine.”

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Championship was the highlight of my international trips last season, but I was fortunate enough to In his earliest learn to skate memories, the U.S. have gained several other memories that will stay National Under-18 Team’s Jack Campbell recalls with me forever,” said Campbell. leaving the ice in tears. Now, it’s Campbell’s “My first memory was our (the Under 17 team) opponents who feel like crying. trip to Switzerland,” continued Campbell. “It was Campbell, a native of Port Huron, is in his my first time overseas. What a great experience second year in the USA Hockey National Team it was to see another country. It really made me appreciate what our lives are like here in America. “Another memory I had was during the Vlad Druzilla Under 18 Tournament in Slovakia. Our coach, John Hynes, called me out in front of the whole team saying I wasn’t a big game goaltender. As a player, you can do two things in this scenario. You can deny it or you can go out and prove your coach wrong and use it as fuel. “With the help of my teammates, we were able to win the tournament and I was able to personally win the Top Goalie Award. Then, I was moved up the week after to the Under-18 team and helped them win a gold medal at the U18 Worlds. It was an incredible season where I experienced memories and friendships that will last forever.” This season, Campbell is focused on continuing to improve his game with an eye toward moving to NCAA Division 1 hockey with the Port Huron’s Jack Campbell has enjoyed success both here and in Wolverines next season and Europe with the USA Hockey National Team Development Program. even beyond that, he hopes. “Each day I am working Development Program (NTDP) in Ann Arbor. The to get better,” said Campbell. “Every part of my 6-2, 185 pound goaltender performed so well in his game needs improvement to reach the next level. first season with the Under-17 team that he was My mental makeup is the one area I am working moved up to the Under-18 squad midway through on the most. This is a skill you need to play college that first season. Campbell also committed to hockey and eventually make the National Hockey play next season at the University of Michigan. League. It is a skill not many goalies are willing “It’s a funny story,” said Campbell of his earliest to work on to take the next step in their game.” memories on the ice. “When my parents took me Campbell helped the U.S. National Under-18 to learn-to-skate, I always cried and demanded Team win the 2009 Four Nations Cup on Nov. 8 to get off the ice. However, the first time I saw in Finland, beat Green Bay, 4-3, on Nov. 14 and my cousin Duke play it made me want to play the then notched his seventh career shutout, good game. Duke was a goalie, so growing up I always for second on the NTDP’s all-time list, in a 4-0 win wanted to strap on the pads.” over Chicago on Nov. 15. Campbell became a full time goalie when he was eight years old and competed at the AAA U.S. NATIONAL TEAMS WIN FOUR NATIONS level growing up. Both the U.S. National Under-17 and Under-18 “Minor hockey was a blast and every kid should Teams went undefeated to win Four Nations Cup soak up as much as they can while playing at titles in early November. a young age,” said Campbell. “It didn’t matter The Under-17 squad beat Russia, 5-2, Slovakia, whether it was the mini-stick tournaments, playing 7-6, and Switzerland, 8-2, to win the title in Trenava, tag post practice at the rink, or even letting nine Slovakia on Nov. 7. Seth Ambroz (5-0-5), Blake goals in and it being completely acceptable, youth Pietila (3-2-5) and J.T. Miller (2-3-5) led the team hockey was a great experience for me.” in scoring, while Matt McNeely posted a 2.00 GAA Campbell more than justified the move up to the and .918 save percentage. older NTDP squad as he was a crucial component to At the same time the Under-18 squad dropped his squad’s title run in the International Ice Hockey Switzerland, 3-2, on Nov. 8 to finish 3-0 in Pori, Federation (IIHF) Under 18 World Championships Finland. The U.S. opened with a 4-2 win over last April in Fargo, North Dakota. Sweden and also beat Finland, 4-1. Matthew Recording his second shutout of the tourney in Nieto led the U.S squad with four points at the the U.S. final game 5-0 win, Campbell posted a 0.75 Four Nations. Goaltenders Jack Campbell (Port goals against average and a .967 save percentage Huron) and Andy Iles combined for a 1.67 goalsin the championships which earned him a spot on against average and .918 save percentage. Jon the tournament’s all-star team. Merrill (Brighton) paced Team USA’s defensive “Obviously, winning the Under 18 World corps with three points (1-2).


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FROM THE CREASE

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From the crease

Errors in modern technique Goaltenders and coaches are on an endless quest to improve and try new approaches to stymie goal scorers. From the advent of the butterfly save, the paddle down save, the post leg up save and many other advances, goaltending has improved both statistically and subjectively. With every new save or technique the first adopters tend to learn the hard way that there can be errors or issues when the new fangled approaches are misused or deployed incorrectly. Many young goalies see their heroes using the new techniques and mimic them without a full depth of knowledge on the proper use of those techniques. Remember that NHL goalies succeed because of factors like athleticism and strong cognitive skills. In fact many goalies in the big leagues succeed in spite of significant errors in technique. Let’s breakdown some common save selections in today’s game by exploring some of the common errors:

STANCE ERROR – THE BLOCKER LOCK

Many goalies set up into their stance influenced by stances they see on TV. We all did it as kids and kids today are no different. One error I see frequently is what I have termed the ”blocker lock.” When a goalie gets in his or her stance they rest the blocker thumb directly on the side of the pad. This causes three huge issues: 1. It really hinders the goalie when they attempt to get their stick involved on a low shot to the glove side as the blocker must move forward to clear the pad and then laterally to intercept the puck. This takes too long. 2. As the goalie moves around the crease with a blocker lock they

cannot keep the stick blade square to the puck. The stick blade tends to be kept square to the blocker side boards. 3. When the blocker and glove are held back on the same plane as the body they cover less net. By holding both the blocker and trapper on a plane slightly in front of the body they “challenge” the shooter and fill more net.

STRATEGY ERROR – POST LEG UP MISUSE

The post leg up is a valuable strategy to use in the right situations. On low, tight pressured wraps they work great. The also can be used in a dynamic fashion on poor angle breakaways. However here are some key errors to avoid: 1. Too much separation. You shouldn’t deploy a post leg up position on an approaching attacker when they are outside a stick length away. With too much distance between you and the attacker an early post leg up static position can easily be exposed with good hands. 2. You shouldn’t use the post leg up on poor angle shots from a several feet away. The save by definition is a blocking save and as a result the post leg up will serve up nice juicy slot rebounds if used in this situation. 3. Many times goalies don’t fully achieve a post leg up position without various little holes in their wall. The Miami Redhawks lost a NCAA Championship last minute lead on a greasy goal that got through an armpit opening on a post leg up position. The goalie was in the right spot at the right time, but an error in a very modern technique helped sealed the team’s fate. The evolution of goaltending must continue but we must understand the areas of danger in any new approach.

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Sterling Heights’ McCauley making most of opportunity with Whalers BY MATT MACKINDER

Leo Jenner wore the ‘C’ in Windsor on Nov. 12 … Seguin is ranked No. 1 for next summer’s NHL draft by Red Line Report … Tyler G. Brown’s overtime winner against Sault Ste. Marie on Nov. 7 was his second OT winner of the season. He also tallied in the extra period in the home opener Sept. 19 vs. Oshawa. Sterling Heights native Myles McCauley has 14 goals in 22 games with the Whalers this season.

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It’s not often a 14th-round draft pick scores a hat trick in the Ontario Hockey League, but Myles McCauley is not the typical late-round draft pick. While most high-end players and players sure to report to the OHL are taken in the early rounds, the later rounds of the draft are generally for those that either have NCAA intentions or simply might not be OHL-ready at 16- or 17-years old. McCauley was the latter when the Plymouth Whalers snapped him up with the 279th overall pick in the 2007 draft out of the Belle Tire Spartans Midget A program. “(Whalers’ scout) Pat Peake, Sr., would always tell me that he would get me drafted,” said McCauley. “And then I got drafted.” The Sterling Heights native spent the 2007-08 season with Flint of the Central States Hockey League before making the Whalers out of training camp in 2008. He’s one of 10 Plymouth draft picks from the ’07 draft to play for the Whalers. “I could have made the team my 16-year old year,” said McCauley. “I played really well in rookie camp, but then when main camp came around, I was just so nervous. So I went to Flint to play against older guys to get me ready.” McCauley has 14 goals in 22 games, including a natural hat trick plus an assist on Nov. 14 at home against Kitchener. But it’s been a roller coaster of a ride for a player who had just four goals last season. “I’d be lying if I said I don’t look at numbers, but really, I just sit back and laugh and try not to let things like that get to me,” said McCauley, now 18. “I always knew I could play at this level and now that I have the opportunity, I’m going out every game and making the most of it. I can’t even remember the last time I had a hat trick, but I know for sure that was my first natural hat trick. The goals were all different. One went off a defenseman’s stick and I always say you need to be lucky to be good and also good to be lucky.” McCauley’s father, Jim, played college hockey at the University of Michigan from 1980-1984, captaining the Wolverines his senior season. Myles’ cousin, Bill McCauley, played for the Detroit Jr. Red

Wings from 1992-95 and was an integral part of the 1995 OHL champs. “When Billy played, he would always get us tickets and we’d go watch him play,” McCauley said. This season McCauley has played mostly on a line with Plymouth stud Tyler Seguin, although Seguin hasn’t played since Nov. 6 as he’s been out with a hip pointer injury. “My confidence has just skyrocketed playing with Ty,” admitted McCauley. “Myles is a tremendously-skilled player,” Plymouth assistant coach Brian Sommariva said. “He’s probably one of our top skill players on the team. He will continue to progress over the course of the year. We’re constantly working with him on certain things like how to work harder, working along the wall, getting pucks out and winning battles. But he’s an amazingly-skilled player and we hope he continues to play like this. “A lot of times, Seguin gets double-teamed and that leaves someone open, so if they can get the puck to Myles, he’s one of those guys that can finish it for you.” McCauley also said that he is just one small ingredient to the winning formula in Plymouth. He’s a team-first player and showed that in assessing the Whalers as the second third of the season is on tap. “You look at our team and everyone is capable of stepping up to the plate and everyone is very skilled,” said McCauley. “Sometimes, all you need is the right opportunity or a lucky bounce here and there. Good teams find ways to win and if you look, we haven’t played one game with a full lineup yet. Guys have been hurt and guys have been sick and yeah, we definitely miss having Seguin out there, but we’re finding our way. “It’s still early in the season, too, so once we have everyone back, then we’ll really see what we’re capable of doing.”

WHALERS NOTEBOOK Rookie forward Stefan Noesen and second-year defenseman Austin Levi both scored their first OHL goals in a 7-2 win against Sarnia on Nov. 6… Still with no permanent captain, overage defenseman

Spirit makes blockbuster trade with Colts BY CARL CHIMENTI

scoring with 16 points, including seven goals. He started the month with a six game point streak and was held pointless in just two games, finishing with a plus-minus rating of plus-7. He ended the month with back to back three point games against Sarnia and Windsor. Ross is carrying an 88% average in his classes, which leads all Spirit players. The Dearborn Heights native is taking a full course load at Saginaw Heritage High School. Ross is a product from the Victory Honda U-18 program and signed as a free agent during the off season. In 17 games, he has three goals and seven points.

The Saginaw Spirit pulled the trigger on a blockbuster trade on Nov. 9 that sent their top two defensemen, T. J. Brodie and Nick Crawford, to the Barrie Colts in exchange for center Michael Sgarbossa and defensemen Ryan O’Connor. The Colts also received a third round draft choice in the 2010 OHL priority draft. “We are excited and feel it is a great trade for all parties,” said Spirit General Manager and Coach Todd Watson. “We are getting additional years of service that will pay dividends this season and beyond.” The Colts are a power in the Eastern Conference, but lacked both experience and talent at the back end. Brodie and Crawford will make the Colts more formidable force in their bid for an OHL title. Garret Ross For Saginaw the addition of Sgarbossa and O’Conner also makes sense in terms of the junior eligibility they have remaining.The sixth overall pick in 2008 after a very successful stint with the Minor Midget Toronto Jr. Canadiens, O’Conner has international experience, had a solid rookie season (10-25-35) last year and has two goals and 12 points in 19 games this season. Sgarbossa was the 54th overall pick in 2008 and had 10 goals and 43 points last season and has seven goals and 20 points so far this year. “Ryan and Michael are highly talented skaters that will contribute instantly,” stated Watson.

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Saginaw started the week with a 5-2 road loss in Erie on Nov. 11 that snapped their six game winning streak. Jordan Skellett and Vince Trochek tallied for the Spirit who dropped their second game in as many meetings to the Otters. Goal tender Jaroslav Janus won his second game since returning from a stint in the AHL and stopped 27 of 29 shots… The next night in Niagara, the Spirit built a 2-0 lead but let it slip away and lost to the Ice Dogs, 6-3. Barry Sanderson opened the scoring and Telegin followed up, but three straight Niagara goals put the Ice Dogs ahead. The Spirit tied it on a goal from Cody Sol but Reggie Traccitto scored what proved to be the winner on the power play at 13:07 of the third period. Anthony Peters stopped 29 shots in the Ivan Telegin TELEGIN AND ROSS HONORED loss… Saginaw returned home on Nov. 14 and beat Ivan Telegin was selected as OHL rookie of the month the London Knights 3-2. Skellett had a goal and two and Garret Ross was honored as the West Division academic assists and Jordan Szwarz added a goal and an assist. Edward player of the month for October. Telegin led all OHL rookies in Pasquale had 38 saves in the win.

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2009-10 NAHL Standings (as of November 16) GP 17 21 18 16 22

W 11 9 10 6 4

L OTL PTS PCT 5 1 23 0.676 7 5 23 0.548 6 2 22 0.611 7 3 15 0.469 16 2 10 0.227

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GA PIM 54 301 53 377 64 310 48 250 91 610

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WEST Wenatchee Alaska Fairbanks Kenai River

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TOP SCORERS Pustin, Mark Juola, Michael Curry, Nick Rickord, Jared Nagtzaam, Nardo Jubinville, Jeff Larson, Jared Smith, Zach Mingo, Dajon Brodie, Kyle Ladd, Garrett Kleisinger, Casey Encarnarcao, Rui Kleiman, RJ Huff, Andy Sheehan, Brian Bohrer, Ryan Lundey, Tyler McKellar, Duncan Mauermann, Ross Fabian, Jason Saint-Onge, Collin Pauly, Shawn Johnson, Bryce Kolb, Andrew Higby, Erik Clifford, Doug Thorson, Cory Scott, Berkley Schaber, Mike Parenteau, Jake Bain, Brent McLintock, Eric White, Ryan

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GAA 1.87 1.95 1.99 2.06 2.07 2.11 2.19 2.20 2.27 2.40

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Timar does ‘whatever it takes’ for Alpena BY MATT MACKINDER Ryan Timar came to the North American Hockey League with the intention of securing a Division I scholarship before he left. After two years, the wait is over. Timar, a forward with the Alpena IceDiggers, committed to the U.S. Air Force Academy in October. “Prior to this year’s showcase, I was emailing (the Air Force coaching staff) back and forth and they told me they would be there watching me,” explained Timar, who turned 20 on Nov. 17. “I talked to them on the final day of the showcase and they told me they liked what they saw and that they thought I would fit perfectly into their program. Assistant coach Andy Berg came to Alpena to meet with Alpena’s Ryan Timar, a my parents and me and gave native of Novi, will play us a few more details about the next season at the Air Academy itself. He said they Force Academy. had to make some decisions and would be in touch.” That’s when the nail biting began. “About two weeks later, I received a call from (head) coach (Frank) Serratore saying they really liked me as a player and as a person, and they were offering me a full scholarship,” said the 5-foot-10, 183-pound Timar. “I had discussed the possibility of entering the Academy with my family and other loved ones prior to the offer, and determined that it was a once in a lifetime opportunity to play D-I hockey and get a world class education. A short term pain for long term gain was the way we looked at it, so I accepted.” His next four years and beyond now intact, Timar can get down to business with the IceDiggers. “It’s nice knowing that coming back for my final year of juniors was worth it and everything paid off in the end,” Timar said. “But I also realize that nothing is set in stone. I still need to continue being the same player and person that they know I am when I

enter the Academy.” Timar also credits playing in the NAHL as a catalyst to achieving his college hockey dream. ”Pplaying in the NAHL helped me develop as a player tremendously,” said Timar. “Playing in Alpena was perfect because it is a good hockey program and for me, just a couple of hours from my hometown. ”This is a great community that lives and breathes hockey more than anything else. Also, being able to experience life in Northern Michigan, compared to Metro Detroit, is also something I’ll never regret. Being a part of hugely supportive community and meeting so many great families and other people involved with the IceDiggers’ organization is amazing.” Alpena, mired in the lower portion of the North Division standings, has too much talent to stay there, according to Timar, who is optimistic about the rest of the season. ”As far as the rest of the year is concerned, we need to figure out how to pull out a win in close games,” Timar noted. “That’s something we haven’t been able to do yet, but I believe we are really close to getting over that hump. Our division is going to be a tight race to the end and we know we’re not out of it yet. “Obviously, making the playoffs is our goal. If we do that, it’s a whole new season. My goals are to just play hard and give our team a chance to win every night.” That may mean scoring a big goal, taking a hit, or blocking a shot. Whatever it takes for the team.”

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Wenatchee defenseman Brandon Burrell has committed to St. Cloud State, while teammate and forward Jeff Jubinville gave the nod to Bemidji State. Wenatchee now has seven players committed to D-I schools – more than any other team in the NAHL.

SHERWOOD PLAYERS OF THE WEEK (FOR WEEK ENDING NOVEMBER 15) NORTH Marquette forward Collin Saint-Onge rang up two goals and four assists as the Rangers celebrated a two-game sweep over North Iowa. On Nov. 13, the Marquette native recorded an assist in a 4-3 victory. The next night, the 19-year-old potted a pair of goals, including the game-winner, and three more assists as the Rangers downed the Outlaws, 6-2. He was also a plus-1 on the weekend. Honorable Mention: Alpena forward Ryan Timar; Janesville forward Derek Jacobson; Motor City defenseman Mike Monfredo SOUTH Topeka forward Bryce Johnson potted two goals and two assists as the RoadRunners picked up three points against Wichita Falls. On Nov. 13, the Grimes, Iowa, native tallied a goal and two assists in a 7-6 overtime loss. The next night,

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the 19-year-old scored another goal as the RoadRunners downed the Wildcats, 4-3. Honorable Mention: Wichita Falls forward Tyler Lundey CENTRAL Bismarck forward Sean McKenzie struck for two goals and five assists in two Bobcat victories. After sitting out Nov. 13’s game (a 4-3 shootout loss to Owatonna), the Howell native put home two goals, including the game-winner, and two assists the next night in a 4-1 triumph over the Express. On Nov. 15, the 19-year-old recorded three more assists as the Bobcats blanked the Albert Lea Thunder, 4-0. McKenzie, who started the season with Wichita Falls, was also a plus-3 on the weekend. WEST Alaska forward Nardo Nagtzaam connected for a goal

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and four assists as the Avalanche skated to a two-game sweep over Kenai River. On Nov. 13, Nagtzaam, from the Netherlands, recorded an assist in a 3-0 victory. The next night, the 19-year-old tallied a goal and three more assists as the Avalanche bested the Brown Bears, 5-2. He was also a plus-5 on the weekend. GOALIE Alexandria goaltender Chris Kamal backstopped the Blizzard to a pair of victories over Albert Lea, turning aside 55 of 58 shots. On Nov. 13, the Alpharetta, Ga., native made 24 saves in regulation and overtime and all five in the shootout in a 2-1 victory. The next night, the 20-year-old stopped 31 shots as the Blizzard bested the Thunder, 5-2. Honorable Mention: Bismarck’s Ryan Massa; Marquette’s Lukas Hafner

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Red Wings starting to put it all together

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BY DAVE WADDELL

of playing ever since that first half of the game in Edmonton,” said Osgood. “We got a little scared we were going to get blown out and we started

Having picked up 19 of a possible 22 points in 11 games, the Detroit Red Wings have left behind their October blues. The Wings also claim to have rediscovered themselves or more specifically where they each belong. “The biggest thing is we found roles for (Darren) Helm and (Patrick) Eaves and a new spot for Bert (Todd Bertuzzi),” Wings goalie Chris Osgood said. “With a lot of new guys, it takes a little time to get used to our lines.” As the Wings steadily shake themselves from the clutches of a slow start, the rate at which they’re picking up points isn’t the only thing increasing. Detroit coach Mike Babcock said his club is also picking up the pace at which the club is playing despite the long-term injuries that have claimed Johan Franzen (knee), Valtteri Filppula (broken wrist) and Jason Williams (broken leg). “Our team is playing with more pace,” Babcock said. “We didn’t have enough pace early. It’s not difficult to see who is leading the push to put the hammer down. Pavel Datsyuk and Henrik Zetterberg are both After 13 NHL seasons, former Red Wings’ forward healthy and producing again. Datsyuk has Darren McCarty announced his retirement on Nov. 10. 12 points in his last nine games playing on an increasingly effective line with Tomas Holmstrom (9-3-12) and Bertuzzi (3-6-9) while Zetterberg (8-14-22) has at least one point in 10 of his past 13 contests. The Swede, who also leads the team with four game-winning goals, has totalled eight goals and 18 points and gone plus-8 in that stretch as he’s zoomed up into the top 10 scoring leaders. Necessity has also forced Babcock to throw together speedsters Helm, Kris Draper and Eaves on a line when Filppula went down. The trio has turned into a gang of smash-and-grab artists whose speed and physical play on the forecheck are proving a nightmare for opposing defensemen. “No toughness, you can say it,” joked Draper of comparing his new line to his days with Kirk Maltby and Darren McCarty on the Grind Line. “All three of us like to skate and get in on the forecheck and create opportunities. Anytime you can get chemistry with linemates right off the hop it certainly helps. “Right now the three of us are playing with confidence. We feel we can go out and buzz around. We can be responsible in our own end, chip in with some goals and create offense.” Draper in particular looks like he’s turned the clock back several seasons with his strong start to the season. The 38-year-old has three goals, six points and is a plus-two in 17 games after finishing with 17 points and being a minus-13 last season. “I just forgot about everything last year,” Draper said. “The harder I tried, the worse it got. It was difficult and disappointing. This summer, I trained as hard as I’ve ever trained. I feel real good right now.” Filppula’s absence for at least six weeks has also seemed to have had a calming influence on rookie Justin Abelkader. Abdelkader is now seeing regular time on the fourth line centering Maltby and a rotating left winger. “It’s the first time he played since exhibition that he looked like he was confident,” said Babcock of Abdelkader’s play over the past couple of games. “If he can continue to do that, it’ll be positive.” With the Wings stars once again shining and the role players stepping up, Osgood is starting to recognize the team playing in front of him. “We’ve gotten back to the way we’re capable

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to play like we’re capable of. Since then, I sense we’re playing desperate and smarter hockey than we’ve played all year.”

D-MAC RETIRES

Though he hasn’t filed his retirement papers with the NHL, Darren McCarty officially announced his retirement Nov. 10. “I’m done,” said McCarty, who finishes his NHL career with four Stanley Cups, 127 goals and 288 points in 758 games. “I’m happy about it. There’s no question in my mind. TV stuff is what I want to do. And coach my kids’ teams.” The 37-year-old McCarty said he has no regrets departing the scene as a player. He has been preparing himself for this moment since last fall when surgery to repair a sports hernia sidelined him for much of the season. “I knew after my last surgery, it was time,” said McCarty, who was drafted 46th overall by Detroit in the 1992. “I can walk away and be happy. I enjoyed it.” McCarty, who debuted with Detroit in 1993, has much to look back on in a career dotted with memorable moments both good and bad. From the infamous brawl with Colorado’s Claude Lemieux March 26, 1997 to his cup-winning goal that ended Detroit’s 42-year-old Stanley Cup drought a few months later to his comeback in 2008 from the wreckage of a personal life that included bouts with substance abuse and bankruptcy, McCarty had a flair for the dramatic in an everyman sort of way. McCarty will get his chance to parlay his personality into a TV career. He makes his debut as a studio analyst for Versus Nov. 23 when the Red Wings visit Nashville. “I’m pretty excited about it,” said McCarty. “It’s a natural fit for me with my personality. I’m such a big fan, I follow every club. I’m happy to stay involved in the game.” Detroit forward Kris Draper, who remains a close friend, said McCarty is a perfect fit or his new career. “His looks are definitely more for radio than television, but I think he’s going to do a good job,” Draper said. “He’s very passionate towards the game and I think this is a great opportunity.”

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Kevin Allen covers pro and college hockey for USA Today

Hall of Fame fitting for Yzerman My favorite Steve Yzerman offensive move team, and in my opinion he will be a NHL general involved the same strategy Tom Cruise’s character manager sooner rather than later. Maverick implored to shake the MiG off his tail in When Yzerman was hired as a Red Wings the movie Top Gun. vice president, he could have viewed it as a As Maverick and the MiG were thundering ceremonial hire. But that’s not Yzerman’s style. across the sky at Mach speed, Maverick jammed He has put his heart into the role, soaking up on the brakes and the MiG went roaring past him. every bit of information that he could out of the The American pilot was then quickly in control. Detroit management about how to build a winner. Yzerman frequently pulled the same move, He is a contributing member of the Red Wings’ flying down the wing before slamming on his war council. He is a trusted adviser to GM Ken brakes. Yzerman could stop on a pin point, and Holland. Yzerman is an articulate, well-rounded when the defender slid a foot or two past him, he man who understands both the financial and the would use the opening to cut inside or to make a talent side of managing a roster. He was general centering pass. I saw him make that move many, manager of a Canada team that won a gold medal many times. It was always an effective way for at the World Championships, and the word is that Yzerman to create some space. he has been a strong, organized boss of Canada’s Because of Yzerman’s speed, he had the ability Olympic effort. to beat defensemen wide in the 1980s and he As soon as the Vancouver Winter Olympics often did. But his meat and potatoes move was are over next February, I suspect Yzerman will his ability to humble defensemen with dramatic be atop most lists as a potential GM candidate stops and starts. for the next openings around the league. I don’t What occurred to me as Yzerman was inducted believe Yzerman’s immediate managerial future is into the Hockey Hall of Fame on Nov. 9 is that we in Detroit because Holland is still young enough have forgotten what a dynamic offensive player that he could hold the GM job many more years. Yzerman was for most of his career. And I believe he has a chance to be a superstar As Yzerman’s career marched along, his as a GM, just as he was as a player. He is only reputation as a warrior and leader began to 44. He still has time to have a lengthy career as a supercede his brilliance as an offensive star. general manager and/or team president. Certainly Wayne Gretzky and Mario Lemieux Can you make the Hall of Fame as both a builder were in a category by themselves, but for a few and a player? seasons Yzerman was the best offensive star in the mere mortal division. He was a majestic point producer. Other than Lemieux, I never saw any player better on a breakaway than Yzerman. In alone on a goalie, Yzerman was money. I actually attended and wrote about Yzerman’s first day of Red Wings training camp in Port Huron in 1983, and I have faded newspaper clippings of coach Nick Polano and GM Jim Devellano raving about his potential. Anyone who saw him that day knew that a hockey stick in his hand was hockey’s version of a magician holding a magic wand. Because we remember Yzerman throwing himself in front of slap shots and playing on one leg at the end of his career, it’s easy to forget that he registered 155 points one season. But for all of the years I watched, I didn’t appreciate Yzerman’s mental toughness until I interviewed a physician about Yzerman’s radical knee surgery several years ago. I was told that the surgery was traditionally done on elderly patients to improve quality of life, not done on elite athletes to extend their In 22 years in Detroit – including a record 19 seasons as careers. I understood then how driven captain – Steve Yzerman scored 692 goals (eighth all-time), 1,063 assists (seventh) and 1,755 points (sixth), led the Red Yzerman was. We certainly haven’t seen the last of Wings to three Stanley Cups and helped Canada win the Yzerman in hockey. He is currently the Gold medal at the 2002 Olympics. Yzerman was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame on Nov. 9. executive director of Canada’s Olympic


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