Category: For Coaches
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Griffins announce signing of Grand Rapids native Luke Glendening
The Grand Rapids Griffins just announced that they have signed their first hometown player. Luke Glendening, an East Grand Rapids native, signed a one-year deal with the Red Wings’ American Hockey League affiliate this morning. Glendening, former captain of the Michigan Wolverines, will be the first Grand Rapids native to ever sign with the Griffins.…
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Happy Father’s Day: Ryan Kesler’s hockey journey, as told by his dad
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In May, Mike Kesler stopped by the MiHockey offices to pick up copies of the magazine his son Ryan was featured in. MiHockey’s Stefan Kubus sat down with the former player, coach, and proud father to discuss watching Ryan’s journey to the NHL. It seemed only fitting that we share Mike’s story about he and…
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Nick Lidstrom leaves behind a legacy in Michigan
By Michael Caples – In October, the Detroit Red Wings will embark on their first season without Nick Lidstrom in two decades. The former captain is on his way back to his native Sweden. Yet his presence in Michigan – what he has meant to the growth and exposure of hockey in our state –…
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Greene, Martinez become latest Michigan natives to capture Stanley Cup
By Ryan Zuke – Time to add two more Michigan natives to the list of Stanley Cup champions. Michigan products Matt Greene (Grand Ledge) and Alec Martinez (Rochester Hills) hoisted the cup for the first time in their careers Monday night, when the Los Angeles Kings posted a 6-1 win over the New Jersey Devils.…
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Mike Henry named director of Compuware youth hockey program
By Michael Caples – The Compuware youth hockey program announced new leadership today. Compuware Arena president Mike Vellucci formally announced the appointment of Mike Henry as the new director of one of the top youth hockey programs in the state. Vellucci also said that Bob DeSpirt – former head of the Novi Youth Hockey Association…
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Help the Yaks raise money for Susan G. Komen
Yaks Give Back is backchecking breast cancer by hosting charity hockey game, silent auction, open skate in aid of Susan G. Komen for the Cure Mid-Michigan Affiliate Yaks Give Back (a charity subsection of the Yaktopia Yaks – an Ann Arbor adult league hockey team) will be hosting a second annual charity event on Sunday, June 10.…
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Belle Tire squirt team wins back-to-back tournaments
Note: The following article is a reader submission from a parent, coach, or player. Have your team highlighted on our website and in MiHockeyMag by e-mailing editor Michael Caples at mcaples@mihockeynow.com. The Belle Tire 2003 Squirt A team finished the spring season strong, winning the Marty Sawyer Invitational and the Belle Tire End of School…
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Checking out some of Reebok and CCM’s new equipment
By Ryan Zuke – Reebok and CCM have released new equipment which focuses on improving safety and performance through new innovative technology. Jordan Boman, sales representative of Reebok and CCM, said the company is committed to moving forward with the new technology without sacrificing quality. The Reebok 20K skates introduce a new ‘Dynamic Support System’…
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Preliminary Hockeytown Winter Festival schedule announced
The Red Wings just announced a preliminary schedule for the 2012 Hockeytown Winter Festival. Here it is, so you can start re-adjusting your calendars. DECEMBER 15-26 Celebration of Hockey featuring amateur games, corporate outings and open skates. Information on booking ice time can be obtained by visiting DetroitRedWings.com/icetime. DECEMBER 27-31 Outdoor Festival featuring interactive games,…
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Former U of D Jesuit stars land spots on college rosters
By Ben Fleck – Former University of Detroit Jesuit hockey standouts and brothers Evan and Matthew Moore, along with Mac Olson, will all be taking their game to the collegiate level. After successful high school and juniors’ careers, the former Cubs are ready for the collegiate game. Evan Moore, a native of Grosse Pointe Park,…