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CAHA, NAHA announce boys, girls Select Camp results
February 16th, 2017Congratulations to those selected to the Pacific District Player Development Camps! READ OUR LATEST ISSUE CAHA 2017 Boys Select Camp Results 2000 Forwards Abernathy, Nicholas Bure, Lev Castro, Nick Cox, Hirotaka Easterson, Easton Fishman, Duke Gold, Jonah Harris, Logan Kapusta, Samuel Kohn, Mason MacNicoll, Brett Myers, Sam Park, Preston Puentes, Angel Rashkovsky, Nicholas Rickert, Mitchell…
Improved Avalanche likes chances in WSHL’s tight West
February 15th, 2017Sitting 10 games over .500 with a lineup that features three players in the top 10 in scoring in the Western States Hockey League (WSHL), the Ontario Avalanche may be an unusual pick for a dark horse candidate come playoff time. Such is life in the league’s top division. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE Under the…
Taking Liberties With… Chase De Leo
February 14th, 2017CHASE DE LEO Position: Forward, Manitoba Moose (American Hockey League) Hometown: La Mirada Last Amateur Team: Portland Winterhawks (Western Hockey League) Youth Teams: Norwalk Knights, LA Jr. Kings, LA Hockey Club READ OUR LATEST ISSUE California Rubber: What is your favorite hockey memory growing up? Chase De Leo: I enjoyed getting to travel to a…
From the Trainer’s Room: Know the details of the new concussion law in California
February 14th, 2017A new concussion law in California was enacted on Jan. 1, 2017 – an amendment of a previous law that covered high school athletes that now covers all athletes under the age of 18. The purpose is to provide specific safety protocols to protect athletes from injury. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE “This bill places California…
Vegas’ Mono taking his game to next level at Curry College
February 13th, 2017When Alec Mono committed to NCAA Division III Curry College last season, he said he chose the school “because of the rich hockey culture it has.” Now in the home stretch of his freshman season, Mono is experiencing that culture firsthand, manning the blue line for the Colonels, part of the Commonwealth Coast Conference (CCC)….
Chalk Talk: Improving hockey awareness boils down to two questions
February 10th, 2017It’s common to hear coaches, parents, and players all talking about what can be done away from the rink to help player development. We hear all about stickhandling, shooting, sprint/plyo programs, weight lifting, and sometimes we hear about watching video. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE In the NHL today, we are seeing many young players jump…
Mainland Tournament features unique Canada-USA Showcase
February 10th, 2017The concept went over so well last year that tournament organizers couldn’t possibly not bring it back, and they decided to one-up themselves in 2017 by expanding it to a second division this year. The Canada vs. USA Showcase was the highlight of last year’s Mainland Tournament, and it is expected to be even more…
At midway point, Storm teams displaying daily progress
February 6th, 2017The holidays are past and the second half of the season has begun in earnest for the Nevada Storm program. With 11 youth programs at the AA, AAA and high school levels, many of the Storm’s coaches have reason to be confident moving forward after successful first halves. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE “The highlight of…
Whether he’s on the dirt or on the ice, Wolthers excels
February 3rd, 2017Ethan Wolthers isn’t like most young athletes. He retired from his first career (BMX bike racing) at age nine after winning six world and three national championships. Next it was football, which he played until he was 12. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE Four years ago, Wolthers knew next to nothing about hockey. Suffice to say,…
Jr. Sharks graduate Acton pins down monthly NAHL laurels
February 3rd, 2017San Jose Jr. Sharks graduate Jake Acton has been named the Vaughn NAHL Goaltender of the Month for January. READ OUR LATEST ISSUE After arriving in the NAHL at the beginning of the New Year, Acton, 18, made the most of his new surroundings with the Minnesota Magicians by putting up some great numbers in…