Today's Wisconsin State Journal reports that Brad Malone, featured here back on February 25th ("you looking at me?") has narrowed his choices to 4 western schools, including Wisconsin, North Dakota, Denver and Michigan. Malone's narrowing of his choices to western teams seems a change of perspective, as the web page he created at Cushing while a sophmore reported that he wanted to attend school in the Boston area.
It also notes that Finnish forward Jan-Mikael Juutilainen, who I reported as having verbally committed to Nebraska-Omaha back in March, is still being recruited by Miami-Ohio, UNH and Wisconsin. At Omaha he'll play with Omaha native Brett Bruneteau, who also is in the middle of a recruiting battle between Wisconsin, hometown Nebraska-Omaha, Colorado College, Denver, Minnesota and Michigan.
Edit: Correction, Juutilainen will be playing for Waterloo, not Omaha.
Sunday, August 27, 2006
Saturday, August 26, 2006
Odds and Ends
Early Frost
Back on April 26, I noted the numerous allegations against agent and former Junior A operator Dave Frost, as they related to a TV report on misconduct by the Pembroke Lumber Kings. Last week Frost was arrested on charges of
sexual misconduct. While this is a positive step, one question that remains is how the Central Ontario Junior League has reacted to the news. Background on the relationship between Frost and Marty Abrams was in my earlier blog entry. And the earlier news related to misconduct by the Pembroke Lumber Kings, which was operated by Kevin Abrams. Well, the COJHL obviously realized that it had to do something, so it highlights its policy on its web page:
Laudable. So, what is my question? After the incident the COJHL had a major political battle, involving long-time Pembroke coach Mac MacLean(who was fired by new Pembroke owner and Frost protege Sheldon Keefe) who then became league Commissioner. As Commissioner, MacLean banned David Frost from involvement in the league. Well, that battle has been won by the Frost group, by which Pembroke owner Kevin Abrams became the COJHL commissioner. How will Abrams enforce his new zero-tolerance policy?
USHL notes
Some last minute shuffling always occurs heading into the season. Last year it was the exodus of goalies, leaving the USHL pretty weak at that position. This year, the USHL shapes up pretty well so far. Sioux Falls lost Jay Barriball, when he took Phil Kessel's spot at Minnesota. Filling that spot is Massachusetts native Robbie Vrolyk, a promising former member of the 2005 USA Under-17 team. 1990-born Californian Max Nicastro has earned a spot on Omaha's pre-season roster, which will again be a pretty young team, with another 1990 born player, goalie Jordan Tibbett. Chicago retained a good scorer in Brandon Coccimigio, who had looked to be headed to Mercyhurst, but who will instead put in another USHL season.
Back on April 26, I noted the numerous allegations against agent and former Junior A operator Dave Frost, as they related to a TV report on misconduct by the Pembroke Lumber Kings. Last week Frost was arrested on charges of
sexual misconduct. While this is a positive step, one question that remains is how the Central Ontario Junior League has reacted to the news. Background on the relationship between Frost and Marty Abrams was in my earlier blog entry. And the earlier news related to misconduct by the Pembroke Lumber Kings, which was operated by Kevin Abrams. Well, the COJHL obviously realized that it had to do something, so it highlights its policy on its web page:
The CJHL is committed to ensuring that the teams within the league operate in a responsible manner. Any inappropriate conduct directed towards a player within the league will be dealt with firmly. The CJHL encourages anyone with concerns regarding conduct detrimental to the players to report their concerns to the team management or if necessary to the League Executive.
Laudable. So, what is my question? After the incident the COJHL had a major political battle, involving long-time Pembroke coach Mac MacLean(who was fired by new Pembroke owner and Frost protege Sheldon Keefe) who then became league Commissioner. As Commissioner, MacLean banned David Frost from involvement in the league. Well, that battle has been won by the Frost group, by which Pembroke owner Kevin Abrams became the COJHL commissioner. How will Abrams enforce his new zero-tolerance policy?
USHL notes
Some last minute shuffling always occurs heading into the season. Last year it was the exodus of goalies, leaving the USHL pretty weak at that position. This year, the USHL shapes up pretty well so far. Sioux Falls lost Jay Barriball, when he took Phil Kessel's spot at Minnesota. Filling that spot is Massachusetts native Robbie Vrolyk, a promising former member of the 2005 USA Under-17 team. 1990-born Californian Max Nicastro has earned a spot on Omaha's pre-season roster, which will again be a pretty young team, with another 1990 born player, goalie Jordan Tibbett. Chicago retained a good scorer in Brandon Coccimigio, who had looked to be headed to Mercyhurst, but who will instead put in another USHL season.
Saturday, August 05, 2006
USA Hockey has announced the composition of the two Select teams that will compete for at the Under 17 tourney this year. Unlike past years, in which USA sent one team to the Under 17 tourney in Priestany, Slovakia, this year USA will host a tourney August 12-18 in Rochester, NY, featuring teams from Switzerland and Germany. To fill the rosters, USA dipped into the 91 pool, with each team made up of 16 90s, and 4 91s.
Team White, coached by Carey Eades, and assisted by Brian Renfrew is as follows:
2006 United States Under-17 Select Team White
No. Name Ht. (cm) Wt. (kg) Birthdate S/C Hometown 2005-06 Team
GOALTENDERS (2)
1 Jordan Tibbett 6-1 (185) 175 (79) 1/6/90 L Indianapolis, Ind. Honeybaked (Mich.) (midget)
30 Matthew Walsh 5-10 (178) 175 (79) 2/13/90 L Milton, Mass. Neponset Valley (Mass.) River Rats (midget)
DEFENSEMEN (6)
2 Cam Fowler 6-1 (185) 180 (82) 12/5/91 L Northville, Mich. Honeybaked (Mich.) (bantam)
3 Ryan Grimshaw 6-0 (183) 180 (82) 1/28/90 R Rochester, N.Y. Salisbury School (Conn.) (prep school)
4 Austin Handley 6-1 (185) 190 (86) 4/4/90 L Clarkston, Mich. Honeybaked (Mich.) (midget)
5 Brett Kostolansky 5-10 (178) 175 (79) 1/27/90 L Denver, Colo. Shattuck-St. Mary’s (Minn.) (prep school)
6 Sam Lofquist 6-1 (185) 175 (79) 3/15/90 R Faribault, Minn. Shattuck-St. Mary’s (Minn.) (prep school)
7 Drew Olson 5-11 (180) 195 (88) 4/4/90 L Brainerd, Minn. Brainerd (Minn.) (high school)
FORWARDS (12)
8 Chris Brown 6-2 (188) 180 (82) 2/3/91 R Flower Mound, Texas Dallas Alliance Bulldogs (bantam)
9 Zach Budish 6-2 (188) 200 (91) 5/9/91 R Edina, Minn. Edina (Minn.) (bantam)
10 Patrick Gaul 5-8 (173) 170 (77) 2/27/90 L Pittsburgh, Pa. Pittsburgh Hornets (midget)
11 Ben Hanowski 6-1 (185) 180 (82) 10/18/90 L Little Falls, Minn. Little Falls (Minn.) (high school)
12 Sean Logue 6-1 (185) 183 (83) 11/16/90 L Walpole, Mass. Boston Jr. Bruins (midget)
14 Kellen Michalak 5-11 (180) 185 (84) 6/20/90 R Caro, Mich. Midland (Mich.) Northstars (midget)
15 John O’Neill 6-0 (183) 160 (73) 4/4/90 L Ramsey, Minn. Anoka (Minn.) (high school)
16 Troy Power 5-11 (180) 172 (78) 3/29/90 R Camarillo, Calif. California Wave (midget)
17 Kenny Ryan 5-11 (180) 187 (85) 7/10/91 R Franklin, Mich. Honeybaked (Mich.) (bantam)
18 Shawn Szydlowski 6-1 (185) 210 (95) 8/5/90 R St. Clair Shores, Mich. Belle Tire (Mich.) (midget)
19 Alex Velischek 5-11 (180) 187 (85) 12/17/90 L Kinnelon, N.J. New Jersey Devils (midget)
20 Mitchell Wahl 5-11 (180) 170 (77) 1/22/90 R Seal Beach, Calif. LA Jr. Kings (midget)
Rick Bennett serves as the head coach for the Blue team, assisted by Kyle Wallack and Sean Tremblay.
No. Name Ht. (cm) Wt. (kg) Birthdate S/C Hometown 2005-06 Team
GOALTENDERS (2)
1 Garrett Beckwith 6-0 (183) 165 (75) 1/4/90 L Parsippany, N.J. New Jersey Devils (midget)
30 Josh Watson 6-1 (185) 160 (73) 8/7/90 L Lititz, Pa. Central Pennsylvania Panthers (midget)
DEFENSEMEN (6)
2 Joe Gleason 5-9 (175) 170 (77) 3/30/90 R Edina, Minn. Edina (Minn.) (high school)
3 Aaron Ness 5-9 (175) 155 (70) 5/18/90 L Roseau, Minn. Roseau (Minn.) (high school)
4 Max Nicastro 6-2 (188) 175 (79) 3/2/90 R Thousand Oaks, Calif. California Wave (midget)
5 Steven Spinell 6-0 (183) 190 (86) 9/9/90 R Vernon Hills, Ill. Team Illinois (midget)
6 David Warsofsky 5-9 (175) 155 (70) 5/30/90 L North Marshfield, Mass. Cushing Academy (Mass.) (high school)
7 Chris Wideman 5-10 (178) 165 (75) 1/7/90 R St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis Amateur Blues (midget)
FORWARDS (12)
8 Mark Anthoine 5-11 (180) 182 (83) 9/6/90 L Lewiston, Maine Portland (Maine) Jr. Pirates (AJHL)
9 Brett Beebe 5-11 (180) 176 (80) 2/16/90 R Redondo Beach, Calif. California Wave (midget)
10 Max Cook 6-1 (185) 160 (73) 6/3/90 R Frankfort, Ill. Chicago Mission (midget)
11 Nate Dewhurst 5-9 (175) 155 (70) 4/1/90 R Johnston, Iowa Culver Academy (Ind.) (prep school)
12 Kyle Jean 6-2 (188) 180 (82) 3/1/90 L Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Soo Indians (Mich.) (midget)
14 Pat Mullane 5-11 (180) 185 (84) 7/31/90 L Wallingford, Conn. Avon Old Farms (Conn.) (prep school)
15 Zach Tatrn 6-2 (188) 210 (95) 2/14/91 R Lower Burrell, Pa. Buffalo (N.Y.) Regals (bantam)
16 David Valek 6-2 (188) 186 (84) 3/19/91 R Orem, Utah Ocelari Trinec (Czech Republic) (Extra Liga)
17 Ryan Walters 5-10 (178) 167 (76) 7/30/91 L Rosemount, Minn. Rosemount (Minn.) (bantam)
18 Steven Whitney 5-6 (168) 155 (70) 2/18/91 R Reading, Mass. Lawrence Academy (Mass.) (prep school)
19 Jake Youso 6-0 (183) 173 (78) 6/8/90 L International Falls, Minn. International Falls (Minn.) (high school)
20 Matt Zarbo 6-1 (185) 185 (84) 5/7/90 L Grand Island, N.Y. Boston Jr. Bruins (EMJHL)
Team White, coached by Carey Eades, and assisted by Brian Renfrew is as follows:
2006 United States Under-17 Select Team White
No. Name Ht. (cm) Wt. (kg) Birthdate S/C Hometown 2005-06 Team
GOALTENDERS (2)
1 Jordan Tibbett 6-1 (185) 175 (79) 1/6/90 L Indianapolis, Ind. Honeybaked (Mich.) (midget)
30 Matthew Walsh 5-10 (178) 175 (79) 2/13/90 L Milton, Mass. Neponset Valley (Mass.) River Rats (midget)
DEFENSEMEN (6)
2 Cam Fowler 6-1 (185) 180 (82) 12/5/91 L Northville, Mich. Honeybaked (Mich.) (bantam)
3 Ryan Grimshaw 6-0 (183) 180 (82) 1/28/90 R Rochester, N.Y. Salisbury School (Conn.) (prep school)
4 Austin Handley 6-1 (185) 190 (86) 4/4/90 L Clarkston, Mich. Honeybaked (Mich.) (midget)
5 Brett Kostolansky 5-10 (178) 175 (79) 1/27/90 L Denver, Colo. Shattuck-St. Mary’s (Minn.) (prep school)
6 Sam Lofquist 6-1 (185) 175 (79) 3/15/90 R Faribault, Minn. Shattuck-St. Mary’s (Minn.) (prep school)
7 Drew Olson 5-11 (180) 195 (88) 4/4/90 L Brainerd, Minn. Brainerd (Minn.) (high school)
FORWARDS (12)
8 Chris Brown 6-2 (188) 180 (82) 2/3/91 R Flower Mound, Texas Dallas Alliance Bulldogs (bantam)
9 Zach Budish 6-2 (188) 200 (91) 5/9/91 R Edina, Minn. Edina (Minn.) (bantam)
10 Patrick Gaul 5-8 (173) 170 (77) 2/27/90 L Pittsburgh, Pa. Pittsburgh Hornets (midget)
11 Ben Hanowski 6-1 (185) 180 (82) 10/18/90 L Little Falls, Minn. Little Falls (Minn.) (high school)
12 Sean Logue 6-1 (185) 183 (83) 11/16/90 L Walpole, Mass. Boston Jr. Bruins (midget)
14 Kellen Michalak 5-11 (180) 185 (84) 6/20/90 R Caro, Mich. Midland (Mich.) Northstars (midget)
15 John O’Neill 6-0 (183) 160 (73) 4/4/90 L Ramsey, Minn. Anoka (Minn.) (high school)
16 Troy Power 5-11 (180) 172 (78) 3/29/90 R Camarillo, Calif. California Wave (midget)
17 Kenny Ryan 5-11 (180) 187 (85) 7/10/91 R Franklin, Mich. Honeybaked (Mich.) (bantam)
18 Shawn Szydlowski 6-1 (185) 210 (95) 8/5/90 R St. Clair Shores, Mich. Belle Tire (Mich.) (midget)
19 Alex Velischek 5-11 (180) 187 (85) 12/17/90 L Kinnelon, N.J. New Jersey Devils (midget)
20 Mitchell Wahl 5-11 (180) 170 (77) 1/22/90 R Seal Beach, Calif. LA Jr. Kings (midget)
Rick Bennett serves as the head coach for the Blue team, assisted by Kyle Wallack and Sean Tremblay.
No. Name Ht. (cm) Wt. (kg) Birthdate S/C Hometown 2005-06 Team
GOALTENDERS (2)
1 Garrett Beckwith 6-0 (183) 165 (75) 1/4/90 L Parsippany, N.J. New Jersey Devils (midget)
30 Josh Watson 6-1 (185) 160 (73) 8/7/90 L Lititz, Pa. Central Pennsylvania Panthers (midget)
DEFENSEMEN (6)
2 Joe Gleason 5-9 (175) 170 (77) 3/30/90 R Edina, Minn. Edina (Minn.) (high school)
3 Aaron Ness 5-9 (175) 155 (70) 5/18/90 L Roseau, Minn. Roseau (Minn.) (high school)
4 Max Nicastro 6-2 (188) 175 (79) 3/2/90 R Thousand Oaks, Calif. California Wave (midget)
5 Steven Spinell 6-0 (183) 190 (86) 9/9/90 R Vernon Hills, Ill. Team Illinois (midget)
6 David Warsofsky 5-9 (175) 155 (70) 5/30/90 L North Marshfield, Mass. Cushing Academy (Mass.) (high school)
7 Chris Wideman 5-10 (178) 165 (75) 1/7/90 R St. Louis, Mo. St. Louis Amateur Blues (midget)
FORWARDS (12)
8 Mark Anthoine 5-11 (180) 182 (83) 9/6/90 L Lewiston, Maine Portland (Maine) Jr. Pirates (AJHL)
9 Brett Beebe 5-11 (180) 176 (80) 2/16/90 R Redondo Beach, Calif. California Wave (midget)
10 Max Cook 6-1 (185) 160 (73) 6/3/90 R Frankfort, Ill. Chicago Mission (midget)
11 Nate Dewhurst 5-9 (175) 155 (70) 4/1/90 R Johnston, Iowa Culver Academy (Ind.) (prep school)
12 Kyle Jean 6-2 (188) 180 (82) 3/1/90 L Sault Ste. Marie, Mich. Soo Indians (Mich.) (midget)
14 Pat Mullane 5-11 (180) 185 (84) 7/31/90 L Wallingford, Conn. Avon Old Farms (Conn.) (prep school)
15 Zach Tatrn 6-2 (188) 210 (95) 2/14/91 R Lower Burrell, Pa. Buffalo (N.Y.) Regals (bantam)
16 David Valek 6-2 (188) 186 (84) 3/19/91 R Orem, Utah Ocelari Trinec (Czech Republic) (Extra Liga)
17 Ryan Walters 5-10 (178) 167 (76) 7/30/91 L Rosemount, Minn. Rosemount (Minn.) (bantam)
18 Steven Whitney 5-6 (168) 155 (70) 2/18/91 R Reading, Mass. Lawrence Academy (Mass.) (prep school)
19 Jake Youso 6-0 (183) 173 (78) 6/8/90 L International Falls, Minn. International Falls (Minn.) (high school)
20 Matt Zarbo 6-1 (185) 185 (84) 5/7/90 L Grand Island, N.Y. Boston Jr. Bruins (EMJHL)
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