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McCrea commits to Cornell University

January 2nd, 2015

Alec McCrea, from El Cajon, has committed to play his NCAA Division I hockey at Cornell University. McCrea, a former San Diego Jr. Gull who this season is playing for the United States Hockey League’s Waterloo Black Hawks, has put up seven points (one goal) over 26 games while also serving as captain of the…

Gamez commits to Providence

November 21st, 2014

Former Los Angeles Jr. King Garrett Gamez has committed to play his NCAA Division I hockey at Providence College beginning next season. “I felt Providence was the best offer for me, and I’m really excited to attend. I liked the atmosphere there,” said Gamez, a forward playing this season with the Tri-City (Neb.) Storm of the United…

Development, advancement are Avs’ goals

October 18th, 2014

By Matt Mackinder A season-opening sweep of Phoenix and taking two of three from Southern California rivals Valencia and San Diego to start the Western States Hockey League (WSHL) season was nice, but the Ontario Avalanche realizes it was just a start. Still, Avalanche director of player personnel and scouting Rick Roberts said the fast…

Vegas’ WSHL team brings more opportunity

October 16th, 2014

By Matt Mackinder The Las Vegas Storm’s roster for its inaugural season in the Western States Hockey League (WSHL) has a mix of local and overseas talent. That combination should make for an exciting foray into junior hockey in Las Vegas. “I see junior hockey in Las Vegas as being a positive decision for the…

Bennett settling in with Wenatchee

October 7th, 2014

By Matt Mackinder Word of mouth is sometimes the best advertising, and Wenatchee Wild forward Shane Bennett leaned on two bits of advice before winding up with the North American Hockey League (NAHL) club this season. “I knew a couple of guys who played for them last year (Nick Rivera and Joseph Kaszupski), and when…

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