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AHL pushing development above all else
November 4th, 2015For the first time in the American Hockey League’s (AHL) 80 seasons, five teams faced off their campaigns in California as part of the league’s new Pacific Division. A month into the 2015-16 season, the move westward appears to have been a good idea. The proximity of AHL teams to their parent NHL clubs has…
Rebirth of AHL’s Gulls big for San Diego hockey
November 1st, 2015When Nick Ritchie scored a power-play goal 15 minutes into the first period of the San Diego Gulls’ season-opener on Oct. 10, it not only marked a new beginning for professional hockey in America’s Finest City, but also sent positive reverberations to rinks from Escondido to Mid-City and everywhere in between. Ritchie’s goal – which…
Hosers celebrate 30 years of history
October 31st, 2015Roller hockey organizer Steve Baldwin has begun writing a timeline narrative history of the San Diego Hosers – a team he refers to one of the most important in the annals of the sport. The USA Roller Sports museum has already requested a copy of the finalized document to place in its holdings of inline…
Still rolling, Hosers celebrate 30 years of history
October 31st, 2015Jr. Sharks alum Galambos making waves
October 31st, 2015It’s already been a whirlwind season for Walnut Creek native Zak Galambos – and it’s only October. After completing last season in the North American Hockey League (NAHL) with the Janesville Jets, the 1997-born defenseman was all set for a full year in Wisconsin and had already reported to training camp when he was informed…
Taking Liberties With… Ryan Lasch
October 30th, 2015Ryan Lasch Forward, Frolunda Indians (Swedish Elite League) Last Amateur Team: St. Cloud State University (WCHA) Hometown: Lake Forest Local Youth Programs: California Wave, South Coast Sabers, Los Angeles Jr. Kings Where Ryan Lasch goes, points follow. After piling up 147 in 56 games during his final year of juniors in Pembroke, Ontario, Lasch went…
Cassetti, Chmelevski to play in World Challenge
October 30th, 2015Two California products – forwards Joey Cassetti and Sasha Chmelevski – were named to the U.S. National Under-17 Team that will compete in the upcoming World Under-17 Hockey Challenge. The tournament will run from Oct. 30-Nov. 7 in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John, British Columbia. Cassetti, a former San Jose Jr. Shark from Pleasanton,…
CAHA’s concussion protocols aim to educate
October 29th, 2015Concussions are one of the biggest concerns facing both amateur and professional hockey teams and organizations alike. The California Amateur Hockey Association (CAHA) is taking the issue seriously. While concussion protocol has been in place within CAHA since 2012, the organization continues to grow and refine its strategy on dealing with the issue in the…
Titans, Gauchos look to rebound in 2015-16
October 28th, 2015Fullerton State captured a Division II national championship in 2013-14, but faced a rebuilding season in 2014-15. After posting an imposing 27-0 record during their title-winning campaign, the Titans finished just 6-13 last year. However, things appear to be on the up and up once again. “We’re looking better this season with a lot of…
Khodorenko’s stock on the rise with NTDP
October 27th, 2015The usually reserved Patrick Khodorenko isn’t all business 24/7. “No, he’s not real chatty, but he is a really nice young man who’s popular with his teammates,” said Danton Cole, his coach with the U.S. National Team Development Program’s (NTDP) Under-18 Team. “He has a really good sense of humor.” Robby Jackson, a longtime friend…