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St. Mary’s graduate, Modesto native Gunnoe gaining valuable experience in EHL

November 26th, 2019

Alex Gunnoe is now the answer to a trivia question that will be talked about years from now. The first St. Mary’s High School alumnus to play junior hockey, the 18-year-old Modesto native and 2019 St. Mary’s graduate has moved on for the 2019-20 season to skate for the New York Apple Core franchise in…

Jr. Ducks, JSerra alum, Orange native Pavlisin cops weekly NAHL award

November 25th, 2019

Kenai River Brown Bears goaltender Landon Pavlisin has been named the NAHL’s Midwest Division Star of the Week for the week ending Nov. 24. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE There may be no hotter team in the NAHL than the Kenai River Brown Bears, who increased their lead atop the Midwest Division thanks to a three-game…

Sharks High School Hockey League trending in positive direction with increased talent, numbers

November 25th, 2019

As the coordinator for the Sharks High School Hockey League, Shane Galaviz “pretty much does everything,” in his own words. And he’s not complaining. He’s loving every minute running the league since he took over the position a little more than three months ago. Last season, he assisted the former coordinator, Amanda Long, with odds…

Jr. Wolf Pack working to grow game in Northern Nevada

November 22nd, 2019

Now in its sixth season as a youth hockey program, the Nevada Jr. Wolf Pack has grown exponentially since 2014. A USA Hockey-sanctioned association, the Jr. Wolf Pack sticks firmly to the American Development Model (ADM), and the results speak for themselves. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE “We have grown from just an idea to keep…

Jr. Kings, Lions continue to prosper at 8U level

November 21st, 2019

Keeping the cupboards stocked at the youngest levels is paramount to the sustainability and success of any youth hockey program, and the Los Angeles Jr. Kings hold that reality in high regard. Year after year, the club, thanks in part to the highly-successful learn-to-skate and learn-to-play programs offered at El Segundo’s Toyota Sports Performance Center…

Sunnyvale native Barry cops weekly NA3HL honors after six-point weekend

November 21st, 2019

The North American 3 Hockey League announced today that Texas Brahmas forward Danny Barry is the South Division Star of the Week for the week ending Nov. 17, 2019. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE Barry and the Brahmas posted a sweep of their cross-state rival Texas RoadRunners, during which Barry erupted for six points across his…

Jr. Ducks, Lady Ducks host Finland coaches, USA Hockey’s Martel, showcase growing clubs

November 21st, 2019

It turns out the exchange rate with Finland is a positive one. The Anaheim Jr. Ducks and Lady Ducks played host to two regional coaches from the Finland International Hockey Association (FIHA) and Ken Martel, USA Hockey’s technical director for the American Development Model, on Oct. 28-30. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE USA Hockey and FIHA…

PRHC shows well in first NAPHL weekend event of ‘19-20 season

November 20th, 2019

The Pacific Ridge Hockey Club (PRHC) went undefeated in its first visit to the Schwan Super Rinks in Blaine, Minn., from Oct. 19-21. Participating in its first of three NAPHL Prep Division tournaments, the club faced four teams: EDP from Tampa, Fla., Fountain Valley School from Colorado Springs, Colo., IHA from Calgary, Alberta, and Prairie…

Jr. Kings alum, Manhattan Beach native Brisson chosen USHL Forward of the Week

November 20th, 2019

Los Angeles Jr. Kings graduate and Manhattan Brach native Brendan Brisson has been named the United States Hockey League (USHL) Forward of the Week for the week ending Nov. 17. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE A member of the Chicago Steel, Brisson tallied two goals and chipped in a pair of assists to help lead his…

San Jose product, Colorado College goaltender Vernon tabbed NCHC Rookie of the Week

November 19th, 2019

After backstopping Colorado College’s first sweep of St. Cloud State in nearly nine years, freshman Matt Vernon has been named the NCHC Rookie of the Week. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE In Friday’s 4-2 victory, the San Jose native made 20 saves, including two short-handed, to kill both SCSU power plays and give the Tigers their…

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