Category: For Parents
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Mini stick tournament being held to benefit the Ryan Fischer Legacy Scholarship
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By Michael Caples – As the hockey community raises money for a new scholarship created to remember the late Ryan Fischer, they’re holding an event that any hockey player would love to be a part of. On Saturday, July 19, there will be a mini stick hockey tournament at the Georgetown Ice Center in…
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Video: Rochester native Alec Martinez scores Game 7 OT winner for Kings
Late last night, the Los Angeles Kings needed a hero, and Rochester native Alec Martinez delivered. The Honeybaked and Miami RedHawks product took a shot from the blue line at the 5:47 mark of the first overtime period in Sunday’s Game 7 that got past goaltender Corey Crawford and into the back of the net.…
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Karmanos discusses future of Plymouth Whalers franchise, challenges fans
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By Michael Caples – PLYMOUTH – Friday’s press conference at Compuware Arena may have been called to discuss the Plymouth Whalers’ staff changes, but a main topic of conversation was about the team’s future, as well. With rumors circulating Michigan’s hockey scene about the potential of a sale or team relocation for the OHL…
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Plymouth Whalers announce organizational changes
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By Michael Caples – PLYMOUTH – The Plymouth Whalers held a press conference at Compuware Arena today to announce changes within their organization. The changes are as follows: Mark Craig has been hired as the new GM of the Whalers. Don Elland has been promoted to head coach of the Whalers. Joe Stefan has been promoted…
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Becky Allis, Brad Stebner named WCHA Postgraduate Scholarship recipients
By Michael Caples – The Western Collegiate Hockey Association announced their two WCHA Postgraduate Scholarship recipients today, and both of the student-athletes have strong ties to Michigan. Ohio State’s Becky Allis, a West Olive native, and Michigan Tech alum Brad Stebner are both receiving $7,500 grants from their former hockey conference to use for their…
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Michigan Mustangs gearing up for 2014 North American PowerHockey Cup
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By Michael Caples – The Michigan Mustangs are getting ready to represent our state at the 2014 North American PowerHockey Cup in Saint Paul, Minnesota. From July 21-24, the Mustangs – who are being sent by the Wheelchair Hockey League – will take on teams from Minnesota, Philadelphia, North Carolina, Toronto, Ottawa and Calgary. PowerHockey…
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Aidan Muir and Tyler Spezia up for USHL play of the year – find out how to vote for the Michigan natives
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By Michael Caples – The United States Hockey League is asking their fans to vote for what they believe was the play of the year from the 2013-14 season, and two of the plays came from Michigan natives. Aidan Muir, a Saline native who played for Victory Honda, scored a behind-the-back from-his-knees incredible goal in…
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Hockey Jobs: Meet Christy Hammond, community relations manager for the Red Wings
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By Alyssa Girardi – Amidst an early start to the summer for the Detroit Red Wings, a few weeks ago goaltender Jimmy Howard received national attention for his work off the ice. Kelly Rothe, a 20-year-old Eastern Michigan student, was planning to undergo a preventative double mastectomy after she tested positive for the BRCA-1…
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Three Little Caesars products commit to London Knights
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By Michael Caples – The London Knights announced today that three Michigan natives have committed to their program, and they all come from the Little Caesars AAA program. Forwards Kelly and Kevin Klima, along with goaltender Tyler Parsons, will all join the Knights for the upcoming season. The Klimas (Bloomfield Hills) both played for…
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Taking a look at the Meijer State Games high school rosters
By Michael Caples – The Meijer State Games of Michigan’s hockey tournament offers insight into who might be some players to keep an eye on for next year’s high school hockey season. Here are the rosters, as posted on the State Games’ official site: Team Metro West Matt Monendo (goalie) Andrew Rozenbaum (goalie) Erik VanDenBosch…