Category: Juniors
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NTDP alums gather in Ann Arbor for reunion weekend
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This article originally appeared in the Aug. 12, 2013 edition of MiHockeyMag. To see it in print, click here. By Michael Caples – ANN ARBOR – St. Louis Blues defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk had plenty to say about the U.S. National Team Development Program during his visit to Ann Arbor in July. “It was phenomenal for…
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Whalers to take on Spitfires at Eddie Edgar to kick off 2013 preseason
By Michael Caples – The Plymouth Whalers will welcome the Windsor Spitfires to Michigan to kick off their 2013 preseason schedule. The game just won’t be at Compuware Arena. The two Ontario Hockey League rivals will play in at Livonia’s Eddie Edgar Ice Arena at 7 p.m. on Aug. 31, kicking off the Whalers’ preseason…
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NTDP U17 roster, schedule announced
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By Michael Caples – USA Hockey announced today their official roster for the National Under-17 team today, the latest group of elite players who will train with the National Team Development Program in Ann Arbor. Headlining the list of names on the roster are Michigan natives Nicholas Boka (Plymouth), Zach Werenski (Grosse Pointe), Brendan Warren…
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Lumberjacks to participate in 2013 USHL Atlantic Challenge, Fall Classic East
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By Michael Caples – The Muskegon Lumberjacks announced yesterday that they will be participating in the 2013 USHL Atlantic Challenge from Sept. 6-8 as part of their preseason schedule, and concluding their warm-up contests at the Fall Classic East. The USHL club will begin their season by taking part in the inaugural Atlantic Challenge event,…
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John Vanbiesbrouck named Lumberjacks’ GM; USHL approves team sale
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By Michael Caples – The Muskegon Lumberjacks and the United States Hockey League had a pair of announcements today regarding the team’s leadership core. West Michigan’s USHL club has officially named former NHL goaltender and Detroit native John Vanbiesbrouck as their new general manager and director of hockey operations, and confirmed their new ownership group.…
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Whalers earn commitments from three 2013 draft picks
By Michael Caples – The Plymouth Whalers announced that three of their most recent draft picks will be joining them next fall. Head coach and GM Mike Vellucci announced that forwards Cullen Mercer and Bryce Yetman, along with goaltender Zach Bowman, have signed Standard Ontario Hockey League Player’s Agreements with the club. Mercer, a 16-year-old…
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Muskegon Lumberjacks announce preliminary 28-man protected list
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The Muskegon Lumberjacks announced their preliminary 28-man protected list today, with the USHL club welcoming back eight members from last year’s squad. The 28 players will compete for roster spots at the club’s training camp in late August. Returning from last year’s team: Forwards Cameron Darcy – South Boston, Massachusetts Connor Hurley – Eagan, Minnesota (Buffalo…
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Trevor Nill named assistant coach of Muskegon Lumberjacks
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By Michael Caples – The Muskegon Lumberjacks added a familiar last name to their coaching staff today. Trevor Nill, the son of former Red Wings’ assistant GM Jim Nill, was named the Lumberjacks’ new assistant coach today. Nill, a four-year letter-winner at Michigan State University, completes the new coaching roster for the USHL club. “It’s…
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Whalers’ Hartman drafted by hometown Blackhawks
By Matt Mackinder – Kids in Michigan dream of one day playing for the Red Wings just like Canadian kids have dreams to play NHL hockey in Canada. Ryan Hartman grew up in the Chicago area idolizing hulking Blackhawks’ forward Eric Daze, hoping one day he’d be able to don the jersey of his…
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Calumet native Ben Storm continues rise through hockey ranks, selected by Colorado at 2013 NHL Draft
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By Bryan Fongers – June 30, 2013 is a day that will live in the back of Ben Storm’s mind for the rest of his life. It was like any other ordinary day for a hockey player in the summertime as Storm spent his Sunday at a usual place – the golf course. Little…