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California products selected in 2023 junior hockey drafts
June 15th, 2023Over the past couple months, junior hockey leagues have held their annual drafts, selecting players from across the Rubber Hockey coverage areas in the process. Below, in bold, are the players chosen with California and Nevada connections. NA3HL Draft – April 19 1st round, 17th overall, Bryce Bethard, F, Rocky Mountain RoughRiders 18U AAA, Butte…
IE Tournament Series ends 2022-23 season with 14 teams winning divisions at Memorial Day Showdown
June 9th, 2023The Inland Empire Tournament Series, created and hosted by the Jr. Reign, wrapped up its 2022-23 season May 26-29 with the Memorial Day Showdown at LA Kings Icetown, Icetown Carlsbad, San Diego Ice Arena, Toyota Arena, and Ontario Center Ice Arena. The event proved to be the largest spring tournament in Southern California. A total…
From the Trainer’s Room: The Bauer Bump
June 7th, 2023If you play hockey, you’ve probably heard the term “Bauer Bump” at some point, which refers to a bony prominence that can form at the back of a player’s heel. But what exactly is that? Is it a problem? How do you get rid of it? The clinical term for the condition is Haglund’s Deformity,…
Castro Valley native, Blackhawks, Jr. Sharks alum McManus commits to NCAA D-III Suffolk
June 5th, 2023Scott McManus, a forward for the EHL’s Seahawks Hockey Club, has committed to NCAA Division III Suffolk University for the fall of 2023. The 2002-born native of Castro Valley recently finished up his third and final season with the Seahawks. McManus joined the program towards the end of the 2020-21 campaign, and over the course…
Jr. Ducks, OCHC grad, Orange County native Gilman makes NCAA D-III commitment to St. Norbert
June 5th, 2023The NAHL’s Austin Bruins have announced that Top Prospects defenseman Bryan Gilman has announced his commitment to NCAA Division III at St. Norbert College. “I’m excited to announce my commitment to St. Norbert College,” stated Gilman. “Thanks to my family, teammates, coaches, and everyone who helped along the way.” A native of Orange County, Gilman…
Lady Ducks, Wave alum, Linden native Bryant advances to women’s pro ranks with PHF’s Whitecaps
May 28th, 2023The PHF’s Minnesota Whitecaps are adding a new forward to the fold, signing California native Brooke Bryant to a contract for the 2023-24 season. Bryant, originally from Linden, has signed a two-year deal with the ‘Caps. For Bryant, playing on the Whitecaps has been a dream ever since she came to Minnesota to play at…
Irvine native, longtime Jr. Ducks standout Johnson signs NHL contract with Sabres
May 28th, 2023After spending four years playing for the University of Minnesota men’s hockey team, Ryan Johnson has inked his first professional contract, a two-year, entry-level deal with the Buffalo Sabres. The 2019 first-round pick (31st overall) of the Sabres will report to the AHL’s Rochester Americans where the Amerks are tied 1-1 with the Hershey Bears…
From the Trainer’s Room: Recovering faster for the next game
May 25th, 2023As the summer tournament season begins to heat up, the frequency of games in a short period of time can become a concern. Athletes may play multiple games on the same day or weekend, which can take a toll on a player’s body, causing fatigue and soreness, leading to decreased performance and increased injury risk….
Santa Rosa native Sechrist uses USPHL development to gain commitment to NCAA D-III Salem State
May 25th, 2023From Chase Sechrist’s home in Santa Rosa, it’s about a 40-minute drive to put your toe in the Pacific Ocean. It may be a brisk walk for him this fall to put the same toe in the Atlantic Ocean. Sechrist, a two-year leading light for the Lake Tahoe Lakers before a late-season trade to the…
Behind the Bench: ‘Tis the season – tryouts season
May 23rd, 2023Tryouts – where parents worry, kids stress, and coaches just want it over. It truly is the worst time of the year. Where should you play? Who should you play for? What coach is good? Where are those top players going? Where will my kid develop? The list goes on. I was recently speaking to a player trying to make…