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Rochester College competes in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) and Division 1 of the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA). Our athletic program is committed to enriching the lives of our student-athletes by supporting academic dedication and character development on and off the fields or courts.
Men’s Sports Baseball (Varsity & Junior Varsity) Basketball (Varsity & Junior Varsity) Golf Soccer Hockey
Women’s Sports Basketball (Varsity & Junior Varsity) Cross Country Golf Soccer Volleyball
A Winning Tradition Rochester College boasts a tradition of athletic excellence, winning national titles in: • men’s basketball (1989, 1997, 2004, 2005, 2013) • men’s cross-country (1989, 1990) • men’s soccer (1996, 2006) • women’s volleyball (1998, 1999) • men’s golf (2009, 2010) • women’s softball (2011) Media Guide Photos by: Great Lakes Action Photography | greatlakesap.com Creative Images Photography | CIPhotography.com Elliot Jones | photos.rc.edu
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About the American Collegiate Hockey Association The American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) began as a men’s collegiate hockey organization and was established on April 20, 1991. Fifteen charter members met during the Chicago Showcase in Skokie, IL at the North Shore Hilton. These member teams had been playing college hockey for many years but wished to legitimize its play by standardizing some of its procedures. The members that created the organization included representatives from Iowa State University, Penn State University, Stanford University, Ohio University, University of California-Berkley, North Dakota State University, University of West Virginia, Navy, University of Arizona, Depaul University, and UCLA. The inaugural year of the ACHA was the 1991-1992 season. The goal of the organization was to create an impartial governing body to monitor national tournaments, player eligibility, and general oversight. From those humble beginnings, the ACHA now currently boasts five divisions (Men’s Division 1, 2, and 3; Women’s Division 1 and 2) with over 446 teams from across the nation representing 49 different states (all but Hawaii!) and, since 1999, all ACHA teams are members of USA Hockey and the American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA). The current function of the ACHA is to support quality, unity and regulation of intercollegiate hockey programs in the United States. In order to do this, the ACHA has developed Organizational By-Laws and a Policies and Procedures Manual to provide the policy foundation for the organization as it works to fulfill its purpose. These documents are reviewed yearly at the ACHA’s annual meeting. The ACHA’s policies cover team and player eligibility, rules of play, ranking procedures, national tournament procedures, and other administrative issues. The ACHA holds its annual meeting in conjunction with the annual convention of the American Hockey Coaches Association, in the month of April or May in Naples, Florida. The American Collegiate Hockey Association is a chartered non-profit corporation. It is classified as a 501(c)(3) organization with the Internal Revenue Service. Purpose & Mission
ACHA Division 1 Past Champions
I. Statement of Purpose The purpose of the Association is to be an organization of collegiate affiliated programs, which provides structure, regulates operations, and promotes quality in collegiate ice hockey. The activities of the Association shall be limited at all times to those specified in Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
1989-1990 – Penn State University 1990-1991 – North Dakota State University 1991-1992 – Iowa State University 1992-1993 – North Dakota State University 1993-1994 – North Dakota State University 1994-1995 – Ohio University 1995-1996 – Ohio University 1996-1997 – Ohio University 1997-1998 – Penn State University 1998-1999 – Vacated (*Iowa State) 1999-2000 – Penn State University 2000-2001 – Penn State University 2002-2003 – Penn State University 2003-2004 – Ohio University 2004-2005 – University of Illinois 2005-2006 – University of Rhode Island 2006-2007 – Oakland University 2007-2008 – University of Illinois 2008-2009 – Lindenwood University 2009-2010 – Lindenwood University 2010-2011 – Davenport University 2011-2012 – Davenport University 2012-2013 – Minot State University
II. Mission Statement The ACHA’s primary mission is to support the growth of collegiate hockey programs nationwide. The ACHA identifies standards, which serve to unite and regulate teams at the collegiate level. The ACHA shall emphasize academic performance, institutional sanction, eligibility criteria, standards of play, and opportunities for national competition. The ACHA promotes all aspects of collegiate hockey stressing the personal development of individual athletes as well as national recognition for member organizations.
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About the Great Lakes Collegiate Hockey League The Great Lakes Collegiate Hockey League (GLCHL) was first introduced in late 2009 and began competition in the Fall of 2010. The GLCHL was originally comprised of six member teams, all located within the state of Michigan. Eastern Michigan University, University of Michigan Dearborn and Western Michigan University all joined the league after competing as members of the Central States Collegiate Hockey League (CSCHL). Oakland University and Adrian College previously competed as ACHA Division 1 Independents colleges. Davenport University joined after making the transition from ACHA Division 2 to Division 1. In 2012, Kent State University announced their move from the CSCHL to the GLCHL beginning in the 2012-13 season. In 2013, Rochester College and Wayne State University were invited to join the GLCHL as affiliate members for the 2013-2014 season. Non-affiliate member GLCHL teams play a 20-game league schedule, four games against each full member team—two home and two away contests. In addition team schedules will include ACHA Division I opponents from other conferences and ACHA Division 1 independents. The GLCHL holds a league championship tournament at the end of the regular season in February. Past Champions GLCHL Regular Season Champions 2010-2011 – Adrian College Bulldogs 2011-2012 – Oakland University Grizzlies 2012-2013 – Adrian College Bulldogs GLCHL Tournament Champions 2010-2011 – Oakland University Grizzlies 2011-2012 – Adrian College Bulldogs 2012-2013 – Davenport University Panthers
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SKATE OF THE UNION By Scott Cagnet, General Manager of Rochester College Hockey Are you ready? As the start of the season draws near, this is the question that I find to be most common yet most difficult to answer. The simple answer would be that we will know if we are ready when the opening weekend against Youngstown State comes to a close, but that may not be the most accurate or responsible answer for a program that seeks to have a sustainable impact on the Rochester College community and the players that choose to come here. So then, what can we say about being ready for the inaugural season? • Based in part upon the recommendations of their hockey programs, Rochester College is the first institution that has been approved to join Division 1 of the American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) without having first played in a lower division of the ACHA. We are grateful for the coaches and managers from other colleges/universities who acted as advocates on our behalf. Rochester has also been granted affiliate membership in the Great Lakes Collegiate Hockey League (GLCHL) for the 2013-2014 season, with the possibility of a berth in the conference tournament. • Despite some adversity with assistant coaches and support staff over the past year, we have a staff that is stable, committed, and eager to prepare and support this team. I am personally grateful specifically for Head Coach Nick Tomczyk, Director of Operations Shane Stinnett, and Assistant Coach Keith Anderson for their unwavering support and commitment to this program.
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• We have a roster comprised of good players that exhibit high character on and off the ice. Our players are committed to Rochester College and the success of this program as evidenced by how hard they have worked from the moment they stepped onto our campus. • We have a strong partnership with Fraser Hockeyland. I wish fans could have experienced Great Lakes Sports City, the old name for the complex, prior to this summer. The work that the new management has done to improve every aspect of this facility is impressive and we are honored at the great lengths they have gone to make the Superior Arena feel like our home. • We have the support of the community, both Rochester College and beyond. The staff has been encouraged by excitement of the students, faculty and staff through the purchase of merchandise, the purchase of season passes, the greetings shared with our players as they visited our campus, and the hospitality our players have received as they arrived. The above are all indicators of a new program that is strong and “ready.” The next step is to fully realize and capture our potential through the continued commitment and hard work on the ice and in the classroom, while representing the best of Rochester College to the world of hockey.
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WARRIOR HOCKEY
SCHEDULE DATE HOME TEAM
AWAY TEAM
TIME
LOCATION
SEPTEMBER 20 Warriors 21 Warriors 27 UM–Dearborn 28 Warriors
Robert Morris (Pa.) 7:15 p.m. Robert Morris (Pa.) 7:15 p.m. Warriors UM–Dearborn 7:15 p.m.
Fraser Hockeyland Fraser Hockeyland UMD Ice Arena Fraser Hockeyland
OCTOBER 4 Warriors 5 Michigan State (D2) 11 Niagara 12 Colorado 13 John Carroll 18 Warriors 19 Warriors 25 Liberty 26 Liberty
Michigan State (D2) Warriors Warriors Warriors Warriors Wayne State Wayne State Warriors Warriors
7:15 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 1:45 p.m. 11 a.m. 4 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.
Fraser Hockeyland Oak Park Arena ACHA DI Showcase ACHA DI Showcase ACHA DI Showcase Fraser Hockeyland Fraser Hockeyland LaHaye Ice Center LaHaye Ice Center
NOVEMBER 1 Warriors 2 Western Michigan 15 Warriors 16 Eastern Michigan 22 Western Michigan 23 Warriors
Western Michigan 7:15 p.m. Warriors Eastern Michigan 7:15 p.m. Warriors Warriors Western Michigan 7:15 p.m.
Fraser Hockeyland Wings West Fraser Hockeyland Taylor Sportsplex Wings West Fraser Hockeyland
DECEMBER 6 Adrian 7 Warriors
Warriors Adrian 7:15 p.m.
Arrington Ice Arena Fraser Hockeyland
JANUARY 10 Wayne State 11 Wayne State 17 Duquesne 18 Pittsburgh 31 Warriors
Warriors 7:30 p.m. Warriors 3:30 p.m. Warriors Warriors Canisus 7:15 p.m.
City Sports Arena City Sports Arena
FEBRUARY 1 Warriors 7 Mercyhurst 8 Buffalo 14 Warriors 15 Oakland 21 Warriors 22 Warriors 28 Oakland
Canisus Warriors Warriors Oakland Warriors Oswego State Oswego State Warriors
Fraser Hockeyland Mercyhurst Ice Center The Northtown Center at Amherst Fraser Hockeyland ONYX Ice Arena Fraser Hockeyland Fraser Hockeyland ONYX Ice Arena
7:15 p.m. 9:45 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 8:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 7:15 p.m. 8 p.m.
Fraser Hockeyland
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WARRIOR HOCKEY
TEAM #
NAME
POSITION HEIGHT
WEIGHT HOMETOWN
LAST TEAM
FORWARDS 5
Justin Coppola
F
5’10”
180
Fraser, MI
Michigan State Univ., ACHA D3
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Joey Giordano
F
5’8”
165
Grosse Point Woods, MI
Grosse Pointe North H.S.
10
David Cicora
F
5’11”
180
Garden City, MI
Garden City H.S.
11
Josh Foster
F
5’10”
185
St. Clair, MI
University of Akron, ACHA D2
17
Matt Kadolph
F
6’4”
210
Kanata, Ontario
Stittsville Royals, EOJHL
18
Garrett Gostek
F
6’3”
175
Sterling Heights, MI
Stevenson High School
19
Brock Malatches
F
5’7”
175
Cambridge. Ontario
Guelph Hurricanes, GOJHL
21
Kyle Rojem
F
6’3”
160
Clinton Township, MI
Michigan Mountain Cats, NA3HL
22
Doug Lidensmith
F
5’11”
192
Sterling Heights, MI
Norwich University, NCAA D3
72
George Holt
F
6’0”
210
Rochester Hills, MI
Adrian College, ACHA D3
86
Griffin Holt
F
6’2”
205
Rochester Hills, MI
TriCity Icehawks, MNJHL
DEFENSE 7
Josh Botimer
D
6’2”
200
Bay City, MI
Delta College, ACHA D3
12
Jackson Lund
D
6’2”
210
Grand Blanc, MI
Oakland Grizzlies, AAA
13
Samuel Berry
D
6’1”
220
Flushing, MI
Flushing HS
27
Dean Gordon
D
6’1”
210
St. Johns, New Foundland
Blind River Beavers, NOJHL
28
Dakota Olvin
D
5’9”
200
Howell, MI
Leamington Flyers, GOJHL
58
Alex Kopek
D
5’10”
175
Macomb, MI
Michigan Mountain Cats, NA3HL
GOALIES
29
Brendan Kruckenberg
G
5’10”
190
Rapid City, SD
Gilette Wild, AWHL
30
Zakk Olvin
G
6’1”
200
Howell, MI
Belle River Canadians, GLJHL
Head Coach: Nick Tomczyk Assistant Coach: Keith Anderson
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COACHING STAFF
NICK TOMCZYK Head Coach 1st Season COACHING Coach Tomczyk joins Rochester College from Oakland University where he served as the Associate Head Coach for the Golden Grizzlies’ ACHA Division 1 program for the past three seasons. During Coach Tomczyk’s time at Oakland, the team had two of the best seasons in program history. Oakland’s successes included: a national championship runner-up finish for the 2011-2012 season, GLCHL Regular Season Championship in 2011-2012, and a GLCHL Playoff Championship in 2010-2011. In all three of Tomczyk’s seasons with the Grizzlies, the team made a national tournament appearance. Two players from Oakland, under Tomczyk, went on to compete for Team USA in the World University Games. While at Oakland University, Coach Tomczyk’s responsibilities included player development, video breakdown, game strategies, practice planning, recruiting, team travel and bench management, and oversight of the special teams. Prior to joining the Golden Grizzlies, Coach Tomczyk spent the 20092010 season as the head coach for Utica High School and the 20082009 season as an associate head coach. During the 2009-2010 season, Coach Tomczyk also served as a scout for the Motor City Metal Jackets of the NAHL. Tomczyk was an assistant coach with the Oakland Junior Grizzlies U18 and U16 AAA teams from 20062008, producing a number of junior and college level players. Nick established a men’s ice hockey program at Stevenson High School, which he would go on to coach to its first winning season.
Tomczyk also serves as the Coaching Education Program Director for District 3 of USA Hockey and serves as a coach/ evaluator for the Michigan Select Camp.
PLAYING Tomczyk played college hockey for Northern Michigan University’s ACHA DII program and served as the team manager for Northern Michigan University’s NCAA program for four years.
PERSONAL Tomczyk (32) has earned a Master of Education degree in Administration from Saginaw Valley State University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical/Health Education from North Michigan University. Nick currently serves as a Physical Education/Health Education teacher for Utica Community Schools. Coach Tomczyk’s wife, Kristi, played NCAA Division 1 soccer for Oakland University, where she was honored as a two-time Summit League Conference Offensive Player of the Year. Nick and Kristi reside in Macomb Township and are the proud parents of three boys, Easton (4), Colton (2) and Hudson (1).
KEITH ANDERSON Assistant Coach 1st Season COACHING As an Assistant Coach, Coach Anderson will coordinate recruiting efforts and assist Head Coach Nick Tomczyk in game strategy, practice planning, skill development, player evaluation and defensive zone play. Coach Anderson brings valuable coaching and personnel experience that compliments his desire to see hockey players pursue their education.
HOCKEY EXPERIENCE Coach Anderson served as both Assistant General Manager and Assistant Coach for the Lapeer Loggers of the All American Hockey League, and prior to his time with Lapeer, Anderson served on the coaching staff for Lapeer East.
PERSONAL Coach Anderson is currently pursuing his Masters of Business Administration from the University of Michigan and works full time for Coca-Cola Refreshment Company as a Market Development Manager. Anderson has a long history of community volunteer work, and he enjoys traveling across the United States and abroad.
Coach Anderson on joining RC: “I’m thrilled to join Rochester College on the ground floor of the program. The experience that the rest of the staff brings is tremendous and the team concept Coach Tomczyk promotes is aligned with my own philosophy. I look forward to the new team, new season, and new challenge of helping build the program.” Coach Tomczyk on Anderson: “We are excited to add Keith to our staff. Keith has a passion for both hockey and education, and he is an excellent fit as we build the foundation of Rochester College’s hockey program. He has been a tireless recruiter and is a tremendous asset.”
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#5 JUSTIN COPPOLA
FORWARD • FRESHMAN 6’ • 190 LBS. FRASER, MI MICHIGAN STATE (ACHA D3) Coppola, a native of Fraser, MI, spent the 2011-2012 and 2012-2013 seasons with Michigan State University’s ACHA Division 3 program. During the 2011-2012 season, Coppola earned 3 points in 13 games as a Spartan. The versatile Coppola has played both forward and defense during his hockey career. Justin brings a physical style of play. Justin is a Biblical Studies major at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk on Coppola: “Justin displays a very high competitive level. He makes his presence felt on the ice with his play and skills. We are looking forward to what he will bring to the blueline this season.” Justin’s Comments regarding RC: “I am excited about receiving a Christian education, being a part of the awesome Rochester College hockey program, as well as getting to know my new teammates and starting this great journey together! But I am most excited about getting the fans fired up with some big open ice hits!”
#7 JOSH BOTIMER (A)
DEFENSE • JUNIOR 6’1” • 195 LBS. BAY CITY, MI DELTA COLLEGE (ACHA D3) The defenseman from Bay City, MI, has spent the previous two full seasons at ACHA Division 3 Delta Community College. During his time at Delta, Botimer compiled an impressive 125 points in 76 games played. Prior to enrolling at Delta, Botimer spent two seasons in the North American Hockey League (NAHL). Josh skated in 55 games and put up 11 points for the Albert Lea Thunder during the 2008-2009 season, and he followed that up with 7 points in 40 games for the Alpena Ice Diggers in 2009-2010. Josh will be majoring in Pre-Physical Therapy at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on adding Josh: “Josh is going to be a very good player for us. He sees the ice well and seems to always be in position defensively. He will be a key player in our defensive unit.” Botimer’s comments on Rochester College: “I’m excited for the upcoming season: the school, the fans and the atmosphere. This is going to be awesome.”
#8 JOE GIORDANO
FORWARD • SOPHOMORE 5’8” • 155 LBS. GROSSE POINTE WOODS, MI GROSSE POINT NORTH H.S. (USHS) Joe Giordano is a forward who hails from Grosse Pointe Woods, MI. Joe last played for Grosse Pointe North High School under head coach Scott Locke during the 2011-2012 season. During his last season, the Norsemen had a record of 7-11 and Giordano contributed with 6 points in 18 games. Joe enrolled at Rochester College in the Fall of 2012 in anticipation of the start of the 2013-2014 season. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Joey: “Joey brings a good amount of speed, and he is one of those players you hate to play against. He is aware of his strengths and uses them very well. Joey is a tremendous competitor.” Giordano on his decision to come to RC: “I decided to come here last year because I wanted to be apart of their first ever hockey team. I’m most excited about being able to play on a hockey team again. Nothing better than brotherhood.”
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#10 DAVID CICIORA FORWARD • SENIOR 5’9” • 160 LBS. GARDEN CITY, MI GARDEN CITY H.S. (USHS)
David Ciciora is RC Hockey’s first two sport athlete, competing in both ice hockey and varsity baseball. The forward from Garden City has been an infielder on the Warriors baseball team since the 2011-2012 season after transferring from Washtenaw Community College. David is the lone senior on the RC Hockey roster and will be graduating with a degree in Pre-Physical Therapy. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Ciciora: “Dave is an extremely hard worker who truly does whatever is best for the team. I admire his team first attitude. He is a tremendous athlete, not many can say they play two college sports in a season.” Ciciora’s comments on joining the Warriors: “I chose to come to RC three years ago to play baseball and receive a bachelor degree in physical therapy. Now as a senior in baseball and academics, I couldn’t be more excited to be a dual sport athlete. I am excited about the atmosphere that we will create throughout the school. Having the other sport teams of Rochester College in attendance for our games will only bring the school closer together.”
#11 JOSH FOSTER
FORWARD • FRESHMAN 5’8” • 180 LBS. SAINT CLAIRE, MI MICHIGAN MOUNTAIN CATS (NA3HL) The Saint Clair, MI, native tallied 10 points in an injury-shortened season with the University of Akron’s ACHA Division 2 program. Prior to joining the University of Akron, the forward spent three seasons as a solid contributor to the Michigan Mountain Cats of the North American Tier III Hockey League (NA3HL). Foster will be studying Management at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Foster: “Josh is coming in after having a year under his belt in the ACHA. He brings experience that will help influence other players as they make the transition to all the demands of college hockey.” Josh’s comments on joining the Warriors: “I chose RC for the small campus and the opportunity to continue my hockey career and education.”
#12 JACKSON LUND
DEFENSE • FRESHMAN 6’2” • 205 LBS. GRAND BLANC, MI OAKLAND JR. GRIZZLIES (MIDGET AAA) Lund, a 6’2 205lb defenseman from Grand Blanc, MI, has been a student at Rochester College since January of 2013. Prior to attending Rochester College, Jackson spent the 2011-2012 season with the Oakland Junior Grizzlies (AAA). Lund has the ability to play on all special teams units and moves and shoots the puck well. Jackson is a Health Sciences/Pre-Physical Therapy major at Rochester College. Coach’s comments on Lund: “Jackson is a big strong body on defense. He isn’t afraid to make a play and take the hit and can play a variety of roles. He will have a bright future at RC.” Jackson’s comments on joining the Warriors: “I originally chose to come to RC because I had family come through the school, and now I am excited to play with this group of guys and start a new program.”
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#13 SAM BERRY
DEFENSE • FRESHMAN 6’1” • 220 LBS. FLUSHING, MI LANSING CAPITALS (MIDGET AAA) A native of Flushing, MI, Sam Berry brings size and physicality to the Warriors defense. The 6’1 220lb defenseman has spent time playing for both Flushing High School and the Lansing Capitals (Midget AAA). Sam is involved in a host of student activities and is extremely involved in the Rochester College community. Berry will be majoring in Accounting at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Berry: “Sam will be a strong defenseman for us. He brings a good mind to the game, learns quickly, and plays a strong defensive-oriented game.”
#17 MATT KADOLPH (A)
FORWARD • FRESHMAN 6’2” • 210 LBS. STITTSVILLE, ONTARIO STITTSVILLE, ROYALS (EOJHL)
The 6’2” 200lb forward from Kanata, Ontario, captained the 2012-2013 Stittsville Royals of the Eastern Ontario Junior Hockey League (EOJHL) to an 18-21 record. Kadolph contributed with 30 points and 40 penalty minutes in 42 games last season. Kadolph will be studying Sports Management at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Matt: “Matt will come in and establish his presence quickly on the ice. He is a big body that will certainly throw his weight around and dig out the loose pucks. He is a selfless type player that will be great to have in the locker room. I am excited that Matt is a part of this inaugural class.” Kadolph’s comments on joining the Warriors: “I chose to commit to RC because of the great atmosphere I have seen in the short time I have been there and how welcoming all of the staff and other players are. Can’t wait to get started!”
#18 GARRETT GOSTEK FORWARD • FRESHMAN 6’2” • 200 LBS. STERLING HEIGHTS, MI STEVENSON H.S. (USHS)
Garret Gostek is a resident of Sterling Heights, MI, and last played for Stevenson High School under the then Stevenson head coach and now RC Hockey head coach, Nick Tomczyk. Garrett has been blessed with good hands and the ability to stick handle through traffic. Gostek will be studying Sports Management at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Gostek: “Garrett is a player that has a knack for finding the open areas on the ice and not afraid of driving hard to the net. He will be a goal scorer in this league someday.” Gostek’s comments on joining the Warriors:: “I came to RC for the smaller class sizes and the community. I’m most excited about getting back on the ice after not playing for awhile, as well as, playing with my cousin, Kyle Rojem, for the first time.”
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#19 BROCK MALATCHES FORWARD • SOPHOMORE 5’8” • 170 LBS. CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO GUELPH HURRICANES (GOJHL)
Brock, a forward from Cambridge, Ontario, spent the 2012-2013 season split between the Brampton Bombers and the Guelph Hurricanes of the Greater Ontario Junior Hockey League (GOJHL). Brock put up a combined total of 18 points in 43 games last season. Malatches spent the 2011-2012 campaign putting up 19 points in 38 games with the GOJHL’s Fort Erie Meteors. Brock transferred from the University of Toronto and is studying pre-med. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Brock: “Brock brings a strong will to succeed. He compliments his game by taking pride in his defensive zone. Brock will also go to the net hard and do the dirty work to get the goal. We are pleased to have him moving forward.” Brock’s comments on joining the Warriors: “I chose RC because I love the personal connection of a smaller school. All the people connected with the hockey team have been amazing and everyone is excited to see us play this season. I am very excited about being part of a first-year program and being able to contribute to building something great here at Rochester College.”
#21 KYLE ROJEM
FORWARD • FRESHMAN 6’3” • 180 LBS. CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI MICHIGAN MOUNTAIN CATS (NA3HL) Kyle joins Rochester College after spending the 2012-2013 season with the Michigan Mountain Cats of the NA3HL. While with the Mountain Cats, the forward from Clinton Township amassed two goals and one assist in 38 games. Rojem is a graduate of Dakota High School and will be studying Sports Management at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Kyle: “Kyle is a player that wears his heart on his sleeve. He competes hard and cares about the players in the room and the success of this program.”
#22 DOUG LINDENSMITH FORWARD • SOPHOMORE 6’ • 190 LBS. STERING HEIGHTS, MI NORWICH (NCAA D3)
The Sterling Heights native has the distinction of being the first hockey player to sign at Rochester College. While playing for the La Ronge Ice Wolves in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL), Lindensmith set the single season assist record at La Ronge and won back to back SJHL championships in 2009-2010 and 2010-2011. Doug earned 98 points in 2010-2011 with La Ronge and then went on to earn 24 points in 23 games with Norwich University of the NCAA Division 3. Lindensmith plans on majoring in Accounting at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Lindensmith: “Doug is a tremendous signing. He brings great energy and excitement and buys into the vision of developing a program. He brings forth a year of experience in playing for Norwich, where they went to the National Championship. His college hockey experience will be leaned on with having such a young group.”
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#27 DEAN GORDON
DEFENSE • FRESHMAN 6’1” • 200 LBS. MOUNT PEARL, NEW FOUNDLAND BLIND RIVER BEAVERS (NOJHL) The product of Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, spent the 2012-2013 season with the Blind River Beavers of the Northern Ontario Hockey League (NOJHL). The 6’1 210lb forward amassed 8 points and 57 penalty minutes in 48 games with the Beavers. Blind River earned a spot in the 2012-2013 NOJHL playoffs, finishing with a 5th place ranking. Gordon reached a season high 20 points in 28 games with the Mount Pearl Junior Blades of the St. John’s Junior Hockey League during the 2010-2011 season. Dean is pursuing his Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Gordon: “Dean will bring a tough physical presence on the ice. He works hard, is gritty, and will create chaos for opposing teams.” Dean’s comments on joining the Warriors:“My reason for choosing Rochester College: I was excited to hear that the upcoming season would be an inaugural one for the Warriors and after speaking to Coach Tomczyk, I knew it would be the right fit for me. I look forward to contributing this season and look forward to training camp, meeting my teammates, management and staff.”
#28 DAKOTA OLVIN (C) DEFENSE • FRESHMAN 5’10” • 195 LBS. HOWELL, MI LEAMINGTON FLYERS (GOJHL)
The defenseman from Howell, MI, and first captain in the history of RC Hockey completed his high school career with the Howell Highlanders earning All-State honors in the 2010-2011 season. Olvin moved on to join the Leamington Flyers of GOJHL. Dakota helped to lead the Flyers to a second-place finish in the Western Conference for 2012-2013, a season that saw Dakota compile 18 points in 46 games and recognition as the conference’s Defensive Player of the Month for September. Dakota is pursuing a Health Sciences degree at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Olvin: “Dakota is a player that will be able to come in and contribute to the success of this program right away. He has good vision on the ice and will bring a good shot from the point.” Dakota’s comments on joining the Warriors: “The chance to play D1 hockey is an obvious reason I committed to Rochester College and also I will be able to study physical therapy, which I have wanted to do since I was in high school. Plus being a smaller school I think it will be easier for me to interact with my professors and be closer to my classmates.”
#29 BRENDEN KRUCKENBURG GOALIE • FRESHMAN 5’10” • 190 LBS. SUMMERSET, SD GILLETTE WILD (AWHL)
The goalie from Rapid City, South Dakota, spent his 2012-2013 season with the Gillette Wild of the American West Hockey League (AWHL). Kruckenberg started 22 games for the Wild, earning a 3.38 Goals Against Average and .895 Save Percentage. Kruckenberg appeared in a goaltending tandom that led the Gillette Wild into the playoffs for the 2012-2013 season. Prior to joining the Wild, Kruckenberg spent the 2011-2012 season in goal with the Edina Lakers of the Minnesota Junior Hockey League (MNJHL). Brenden is a Biology major at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Brenden: “What impressed me most about him was his willingness and drive to compete and get better as a player....beginning a program, Brenden is the type of player we want on our team.” Brenden’s comments on joining the Warriors: “I chose Rochester College because of the great coaching staff and the opportunity to be a part of a first-year organization. I am very excited to start my college hockey career here.”
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#30 ZAKK OLVIN
GOALIE • FRESHMAN 5’10” • 215 LBS. HOWELL, MI BELLE RIVER CANADIANS (GIJHL) The first goaltender to be signed by Rochester College, this Howell, MI, native is majoring in Sports Management. Zakk was the goaltender for the Belle River Canadians Jr. C and in the first 25 games Olvin posted a record of 16-8 and was 2nd in the league with a 2.47 Goals Against Average. He led the Great Lakes with a .921 Save Percentage. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Zakk: “Zakk is a very solid signing for us. I like what he has to offer as a goaltender and the character that he brings to the table. He has proven to be a standout goalie in both junior and HS and we trust that he can be relied on to be a top goaltender for us.” Zakk’s comments on joining the Warriors:: “What attracted me were the smaller campus and the extremely nice people I met on campus. I also really liked the hockey staff I met and they seemed super excited to start a great new program and I am thrilled to have a chance to be a part of it.”
#58 ALEX KOPEK
DEFENSE • FRESHMAN 5’10” • 180 LBS. MACOMB, MI MICHIGAN MOUTAIN CATS (NA3HL) The Lutheran High North Graduate from Macomb, MI, made the decision to commit to play hockey for the Rochester College Warriors during the early Summer of 2013. The defenseman spent the 2012-2013 season with the Michigan Mountain Cats of the North American Tier III Hockey League (NA3HL), putting up 16 points in 46 games. Kopek finished the season with a +3, the second highest +/- on the team. The 2012-2013 season was Alex’s first in the NA3HL. Prior to joining the Mountain Cats, Kopek played for the Detroit Falcons 18U in the North American Prospects Hockey League (NAPHL). Alex is studying the Health Sciences while at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Kopek: “Alex is a real mobile defenseman that brings a strong presence on the blueline and good hockey sense.” Alex’s comments on joining the Warriors: “I chose to come to RC because I am really excited about the fact that we will be the first hockey team ever to represent Rochester College. Then I came and toured the school and the atmosphere was incredible, and it became an obvious choice to come here. I am most excited to play some games to show everyone what us RC boys are capable of and what we are all about.”
#72 GEORGE HOLT
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2013-2014 PLAYER PROFILES
#72 GEORGE HOLT
FORWARD • SOPHOMORE 6’ • 200 LBS. ROCHESTER HILLS, MI CLEVELAND JUNIOR LUMBERJACKS (NA3HL) From Rochester College’s own backyard, Rochester Hills, MI, George spent the previous two years winning back-to-back ACHA Division 3 National Championships with Adrian College’s Gold team. Prior to joining the Bulldogs, Holt spent the 2010-2011 season with the Cleveland Lumberjacks of the North American Tier III Hockey League (NA3HL). In that season George scored 21 goals and added 12 assists in 37 games played. Holt also was selected to the NA3HL Top Prospects game in 2011. Holt will be majoring in Secondary English Education at Rochester College. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on George: “George brings two national championships at the ACHA D3 level with him. Experience is something that is very valuable in a new program. It will be good to have him in the locker room and helping others adjust to the demands of the college game.” Holt’s comments on joining the Warriors: “I’ve lived in Rochester Hills for most of my life and I’m excited to play for a team in my hometown. The staff is very passionate about building the foundation of a strong program, and I’m blessed to be a part of it. It’s an incredible opportunity. I’m looking forward to playing on the same team as my brother. We’ll push each other especially hard to succeed on the ice, at the gym, and in the classroom. I’m very optimistic about the team, and I can’t wait to get to work.”
#86 GRIFFIN HOLT
FORWARD • FRESHMAN 6’2” • 205 LBS. ROCHESTER HILLS, MI TRI-CITY ICE HAWKS (MNJHL) The 6’2, 205 forward from Rochester Hills, MI, spent the 2012-2013 with the Tri-City Icehawks of the Minnesota Junior Hockey League (MNJHL). In 23 games played, Griffin posted 2 goals and 1 assist while earning 42 penalty minutes. Griffin, a graduate of Rochester High School and former Rochester Rattler, will begin his time at Rochester College as an undecided major. Coach Tomczyk’s thoughts on Griff: “Griffin is a competitor that plays a physical game up front. He is a big body that will go into corners and do the dirty work.” Holt’s comments on Rochester College: “I’m really excited to play Division 1 hockey, especially with my brother on my team.”
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Ice Hockey Officials’ Signals
ICE HOCKEY OFFICIALS’ SIGNALS
Boarding
Strike the clenched fist of one hand into the open palm of the other hand directly in front of the chest.
Butt-Ending
Charging
Rotating clenched fists around one another in front of chest.
A crossing motion of the forearms, one moving under the other.
Delayed Offsides
Delay of Game
Hand Pass
High-Sticking
Extend arm in the air and point to line with other arm.
Holding both fists, clenched, one a short space immediately above the other to the side of the head.
A series of tugging motions with both arms, as if pulling something toward the stomach.
Kneeing
(Women’s Only) The nonwhistle hand is placed on the shoulder and then moved out and to the side.
Fighting/ Punching
Elbowing
Tapping either elbow The nonwhistle hand, palm with the opposite open, is placed across the hand. chest and then fully extended directly in front of the body.
The nonwhistle hand (open hand) and arm are placed straight down alongside the body and swung forward and up once in an underhand motion.
Hooking
Checking
Hitting From Behind
Holding
Clasp wrist of whistle hand with the other hand well in front of the chest.
Icing The back official signals the icing situation by fully extending his free arm (without whistle) at a 66˚ angle The front official shall indicate the icing is completed by extending his free arm over his head, up straight, and blowing his whistle. The back official then will move to the faceoff spot and cross arms to indicate the icing.
A single slapping of the right palm to the left knee, keeping both skate blades on the ice.
Misconduct
Keep both skates on the ice when signaling, using right hand on the leg.
Clasp wrist of whistle hand with the other hand well in front of the chest. Next, hold both fists, clenched, one a short space in front of the other at waist height.
A single forward and back motion with both fists clenched in front of the chest.
Point at the net with the nonwhistle hand, palm open.
Intentional Offside
Delayed Calling of Penalty Extend arm to upright position.
Grasping the Face Mask
A single or double motion as if grasping a face mask and pulling it down.
Interference
After blowing whistle for Crossed arms with fists offside, point toward clenched stationary in front offending team’s special spot of chest. with nonwhistle hand.
Tripping
Penalty Shot Arms crossed (fists clenched) above the head.
CrossChecking
Goal Scored
Holding the Stick
Using both hands to form a “T” in front of the chest.
Hands in the middle of the body in the shape of an “O”. Additional infraction following obstruction.
Extend arm above head and tap head with open palm.
Fist clenched, fully extending arm from the side.
Timeout/ Unsportsmanlike Conduct
Obstruction
Contact to the Head
Roughing
A double “punching” motion with fist clenched, fully extended in front . of the body.
Arm placed behind the back, elbow bent, forearm parallel to the ice surface.
Hands should be moved once from sides down to hips. Thus, point to player first, hands to hips second.
Clipping
Keep both skates on the ice when signaling, using right hand on the leg.
Spearing
A single jabbing motion with both hands together, thrust forward in front of the chest, then dropping hands to the side.
“Wash-out”
Both arms swung shoulder height, not waist height.
Slashing
One shop with the nonwhistle hand across the straightened forearm of the other hand.
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HOCKEY PENALTY AND STOPPAGE GLOSSARY Bench Minor Penalty – Any infraction that has been called against the team’s bench resulting in the removal of a one player, chosen by the coach, for a period of two minutes. Boarding – When a player checks, cross-checks, elbows, charges, or trips an opponent from the front or side in such a manner that causes the opposing player to be thrown into the boards violently Butt-Ending – When one player jabs an opposing player with the top end of the stick Charging – When a player skates more than two strides and leaves his feel to check an opponent from the front or the side Clipping – When a player delivers a check below the opposing player’s knees Contact to the Head – When a player makes direct contact from any direction with an opposing player’s head or neck area Cross-Checking – When a player checks an opposing player with both hands on his stick Delay of Game – Assessed when a goalie freezes the puck for the purpose of delaying the game, when a player deliberately shoots, bats or throws the puck out of play, when a non-goalie deliberately gathers or convers the puck when the puck is in the goal crease, any attempt to intentionally stall or delay the game, Elbowing – When a player strikes an opposing player with his elbow Roughing – When a player strikes an opposing player in a “minor” altercation that the referee deems overly aggressive but not worthy of a major penalty Face Mask – When a player intentionally places or pushes with the open hand on an opposing player’s face mask. A player also may not grasp, pull, or twist an opponent’s face mask. Hand Pass – Passing the puck to a teammate, in any zone, with the hand High-Sticking – When a player carries a stick at a height above 4ft or uses the stick to make contact with an opposing player’s head or neck region Hitting from Behind – When a player hits an opposing player, who is not aware of the impending contact and cannot defend himself, from behind Holding – When a player holds or grabs an opposing player Holding the Stick – When a player holds the stick of an opposing player in any manner Interference – When a player interferes with or impedes the progress of an opposing player who does not have the puck.
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Hooking – When a player impedes the progress of an opposing player by “hooking” him with his stick Icing – When a players sends the puck down to the opposing side from behind his offensive side of the red line, it crosses the red goal line, and the opposing player retrieves, or will clearly retrieve, the puck first Kneeing – When a player strikes and opposing player with his knee Major Penalty – Any infraction that causes a player to be ruled off the ice for five minutes, during which time a substitute is not permitted. Minor Penalty – The name for any infraction that may cause a player, other than a goalie, to be ruled off the ice for a two minute period. During this time a substitute player is not permitted and the team will remain “short-handed” until the two minutes have expired or the opposing team has scored a goal. Misconduct – A misconduct penalty involves the removal of a player, including a goalie, for a minimum of 10 minutes; however, a substitute is permitted to replace that player immediately. A game misconduct penalty may be assessed for the continuation of any action for which a player has been previously assessed a misconduct penalty. Obstruction – When a player interferes with a non-puck carrying player Offsides – This stoppage occurs when both skates of an offensive player cross the blue line, heading into the attacking zone, before the puck does. In addition, once the puck leaves the offensive team’s attacking zone, all offensive players must leave that attacking zone prior to touching the puck in the offensive attacking zone again. Penalty Shot – A penalty shot is designed to restore a scoring opportunity which was lost as a result of a foul being committed by the offending team. There are four conditions that must be met to be awarded a penalty shot. 1). The infraction must have taken place in the neutral or attacking zone 2). The infraction must have been committed from behind 3). The player that was fouled must have been in possession and control of the puck with a reasonable chance to score 4). The player that was fouled must have had a clear path the goal Spearing – When a player stabs, or attempts to stab and misses, an opposing player with the blade end of his stick. Slashing – When a player strikes an opposing player with his stick to either impeded his progress or cause injury Tripping – When a player’s stick or body is used to trip an opposing player
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