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New Burlingame rink proposal raising eyebrows in Silicon Valley

February 28th, 2017

While a passionate group of local citizens continues to fight to re-open a rink in San Mateo that’s been shuttered for three years, support for a new facility in nearby Burlingame is growing stronger. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE The Save the Bridgepointe Rink Citizens’ Group has teamed up with the non-profit Mid-Peninsula Ice Rink Foundation…

Two California teams enter running at America’s Showcase

February 27th, 2017

The state of California will be well represented at the upcoming America’s Showcase. The annual event – held this year at the Robert Morris University Island Sports Center from April 20-24 in Pittsburgh – features the best high school junior and senior hockey players from around the country, giving them the opportunity to compete against…

Seven teams crowned California Tier I state champions

February 24th, 2017

Six teams captured California Amateur Hockey Association Tier I state titles on Feb. 5 at The Rinks-Lakewood ICE, while one other was decided a week prior, also at Lakewood. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE 12U AAA Major – Anaheim Jr. Ducks The Jr. Ducks used a two-goal performance from Joshua Niedermayer to down the Los Angeles…

As Golden State Elite completes fifth season, program continuing to be family-friendly

February 23rd, 2017

The trajectory of the Golden State Elite Eagles (GSE) program continues to soar as the Northern California tier program heads for the home stretch in its fifth season. The growth of GSE – a joint venture between the Cupertino Cougars, Redwood City Black Stars, Tri-Valley Blue Devils and Vacaville Jets – is evidenced in several…

First-year Storm 16U AAA team exceeding all expectations

February 22nd, 2017

When the Nevada Storm organization hosts the USA Hockey Pacific District Tournament next month for the 15 and 16U AAA levels, the Storm’s own 16U team will get to partake on home ice at the Las Vegas Ice Center. The tournament runs March 9-12 and Micah Sanford, the head coach for the first-year 16U AAA…

Record point streaks boost AHL’s Gulls, Barracuda

February 21st, 2017

The push for the Calder Cup playoffs traditionally begins after the American Hockey League’s midseason All-Star Classic. Please forgive the San Diego Gulls and San Jose Barracuda for getting a head start. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE The Gulls took a nine-game (8-0-0-1) point streak into the All-Star break and added three more wins to record…

The Rinks lead the way, show ‘Hockey Is For Everyone’

February 21st, 2017

The National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players’ Association are celebrating Hockey Is For Everyone month this February. The campaign focuses on the inclusion of players of all ages and abilities from diverse backgrounds in the sport. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE “Our clubs, our players and our fans are committed to welcoming everyone…

Wave, Jr. Kings graduate Rivera claims WCHA Rookie of the Week laurels

February 20th, 2017

A trio of underclassmen who helped their teams to important league sweeps highlight the men’s WCHA Players of the Week for games of Feb. 17-18, 2017. The honorees include Minnesota State freshman forward Nicholas Rivera (Rookie of the Week). READ OUR LATEST ISSUE WCHA Rookie of the Week Nicholas Rivera, Fr., F, Minnesota State (Pacific…

San Diego native, Jr. Gulls grad Moy chosen ECAC Hockey Player of the Week

February 20th, 2017

Harvard University senior Tyler Moy has been selected as the ECAC Hockey Player of the Week for the week ending Feb. 19, 2017. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE Moy had a tremendous week for the Crimson, pacing the offense with seven points. The San Diego native dished out a pair of assists, including the primary on…

LAKHSHL crowns champs at ‘Rally in the Valley’ tournament

February 20th, 2017

The L.A. Kings High School Hockey League (LAKHSHL) held its first “Rally in the Valley” tournament during the holiday break and by all accounts, the inaugural event was a success. Held Dec. 27-30 at Ice Station Valencia and Iceoplex Simi Valley, the tournament featured 10 teams competing in varsity and junior varsity divisions and offered…

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