- Anchorage Names Four New Finalists, Six Total
The new Alaska-Anchorage head coaching search has yielded six finalists for the position, and they are set to meet the selection committee and local community between June 6-14.UAA halted its previous search and created a new committee after initial…
- 16 days ago, 3 Jun 13, 9:00am -
- Scherr Resigns as NCHC Commissioner
Jim Scherr made it official today, stepping down as commissioner of the National Collegiate Hockey Conference (NCHC) before it has played a game. As reported last week, Scherr resigned to accept a position as Chief Operation Officer for the inaugural…
- 19 days ago, 31 May 13, 9:00am -
- Merrimack Names Gibson New AD
Jeremy Gibson has been named the new athletic director at Merrimack. Gibson comes to Merrimack from Harvard, where he was serving as Senior Associate Athletic Director. He had been with the Crimson since 1997.“The College is pleased to welcome Mr.…
- 21 days ago, 29 May 13, 9:00am -
- Cobb Lashes Out After Firing as UAA AD
Steve Cobb, who came under a firestorm of criticism in recent weeks over his handling of the Alaska-Anchorage hockey program, has been fired as school's athletic director after 13 years.“Dr. Cobb’s legacy at UAA includes a number of remarkable a…
- 21 days ago, 29 May 13, 9:00am -
- Kleinendorst Steps Down at UAH
Kurt Kleinendorst has stepped down from his position as head coach at Alabama-Huntsville, the school announced on Wednesday. Kleinendorst coached the Chargers for one season after replacing Chris Luongo just a few days before last season started. It…
- 21 days ago, 29 May 13, 9:00am -
- Canisius' Smith Gets Contract Extension
After leading Canisius its most successful season in school history, Dave Smith has signed a contract extension that will keep him as head coach of the program through the 2016-17 season.Smith is set to enter his ninth season in charge of the Golden…
- 21 days ago, 29 May 13, 9:00am -
- Maine Names Gendron New Head Coach
The University of Maine introduced Dennis "Red" Gendron as its new head hockey coach at a press conference on Tuesday inside Alfond Arena.Gendron, 55, who is embarking on his first head coaching job in college hockey, has been a longtime collegiate…
- 22 days ago, 28 May 13, 9:00am -
- Sources: Maine Will Offer Job to Gendron
Maine will offer its vacant head coaching position to Yale associate head coach Dennis "Red' Gendron, according to sources. Gendron was a finalist along with former Ohio State head coach Mark Osiecki.Gendron just completed his second season at Yale,…
- 26 days ago, 24 May 13, 9:00am -
- Montgomery Named USHL GM of the Year
New Denver coach Jim Montgomery was named the United States Hockey League's General Manager of the Year.Montgomery, who was named Denver's new coach last month, recently led Dubuque to the league championship, the Clark Cup, for the second time in t…
- 27 days ago, 23 May 13, 9:00am -
- What, or Who, is Maine Waiting For?
Tim Whitehead was relieved of his duties as head coach at the University of Maine on April 9. In the weeks since, not only has Maine director of athletics Steve Abbott yet hire his successor, but a prominent former player, Jim Montgomery, took the he…
- 29 days ago, 21 May 13, 9:00am -
- Report: Scherr Leaving NCHC
NCHC commissioner Jim Scherr is set to become Chief Operating Officer of the inaugural European Games, according to a report at the InsideTheGames.biz web site.According to the report, it was announced that Scherr would take the position during the…
- 30 days ago, 20 May 13, 9:00am -
- Shyiak Responds to Allegations
Former Alaska-Anchorage coach Dave Shyiak responded to recent allegations that he struck a player during practice in 2011.In a statement to the media, Shyiak said the report "has resulted in irreparable damages including lost opportunity for coachin…
- 30 days ago, 20 May 13, 9:00am -
- Johnson Steps Down at UNO
Nebraska-Omaha head coach Dean Blais announced today that assistant coach Steve Johnson will not be returning for the 2013-14 season.“Steve had decided to go in another direction with his career, and we wish him the best of luck,” said Blais. …
- 30 days ago, 20 May 13, 9:00am -
- Atlantic Hockey to Increase Scholarship Limit
The Atlantic Hockey Board of Directors have voted to raise the league's scholarship limit from 12 to 14 by the 2015-16 season.The move will bring the league's teams closer to the NCAA-wide maximum of 18.The first step will come in 2014-15, when the…
- 33 days ago, 17 May 13, 9:00am -
- Former Anchorage Player Accuses Shyiak of Striking Player
Former Alaska-Anchorage forward Mickey Spencer alleges that former coach Dave Shyiak hit a player with his stick during a practice in 2011, then told players to keep quiet about it. Spencer made his allegations in a letter written to the school presi…
- 35 days ago, 15 May 13, 9:00am -
- Cavanaugh Chosen Over Experienced Field
Despite considering a high-profile and experienced finalist for the position, Connecticut hired long-time Boston College assistant Mike Cavanaugh to lead its program and begin the transition to Hockey East. The school introduced Cavanaugh to the medi…
- 41 days ago, 9 May 13, 9:00am -
- UConn Officially Hires Cavanaugh as New Head Coach
Connecticut made it official late Wednesday, naming Boston College assistant Mike Cavanaugh its new head coach.David Berard had been the interim coach since Bruce Marshall resigned in January. Berard was interviewed to keep the position, but was pas…
- 42 days ago, 8 May 13, 9:00am -
- Anchorage Reopens Coaching Search
Alaska-Anchorage has reopened its coaching search after previously suspending the process on May 2, the school announced Tuesday. As part of the revamped process, the school announced the creation of a supplementary search committee comprising Brush…
- 43 days ago, 7 May 13, 9:00am -
- Gwozdecky's 'Interest is High' in UConn
Former Denver coach George Gwozdecky said his "interest is high" in the Connecticut head coaching position, as he awaits the school's decision.UConn athletic director Warde Manual interviewed three candidates for the position, including interim coac…
- 43 days ago, 7 May 13, 9:00am -
- Report: BC's Cavanaugh Negotiating with UConn
According to the Hartford Courant's Mike Anthony, longtime Boston College associate Mike Cavanaugh has entered negotiations to become the next head coach at the University of Connecticut.Cavanaugh, who was reported to be one of the finalists alongsi…
- 43 days ago, 7 May 13, 9:00am -
- Anchorage Suspends Coaching Search, Shift Gears
Alaska-Anchorage announced late Thursday that it has suspended the current search process for its next head coach.“We are committed to getting this right,” said Tom Case, UAA Chancellor. “We plan to restructure the search committee and review…
- 47 days ago, 3 May 13, 9:00am -
- NCAA Re-Examines Previous Recruiting Rule Changes
A new NCAA rule that would've given more leeway to coaches in contacting recruits, has been suspended by the Division I Board of Directors.The Board initially adopted rules at its January convention that would've allowed, among other things, coaches…
- 47 days ago, 3 May 13, 9:00am -
- UConn Closes In on New Coach
With Connecticut's women's head coach position filled, the school is expected to turn quick attention to the vacant men's position.UConn, which is preparing for a move to Hockey East in 2014-15, named David Berard the interim coach in January when B…
- 48 days ago, 2 May 13, 9:00am -
- Former Maine Recruit Nick Roberto Picks BU
Former Maine recruit Nick Roberto ('94), who decommitted to the Black Bears earlier this month, committed to Boston University on Monday.A product of Wakefield, Mass., the 5-foot-9 speedster scored 48 points (23 goals, 25 assists) in just 29 games t…
- 51 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Tim Taylor Passes Away at 71
Tim Taylor, who coached the U.S. Olympic team in 1994 and Yale for 30 years, passed away today at the age of 71. He had been in a lengthy cancer battle.Taylor, who graduated Harvard in 1972, went 342-433-55 in 28 seasons with Yale, the only Division…
- 53 days ago, 27 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Minnesota to Host 2013 Ice Breaker Tournament
The 2013 Ice Breaker Tournament will take place at Mariucci Arena in Minneapolis on Oct. 11 and 12, host institution Minnesota confirmed in a release on Friday.New Hampshire, Clarkson and Mercyhurst will also play in the tournament that annually ser…
- 54 days ago, 26 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- North Dakota Players Will Have Scholarships Reduced After Citations
North Dakota coach Dave Hakstol has decided to take scholarship money away from players as the result of citations received following the season, according to a report in the Grand Forks Herald.Freshmen Zane Gothberg received a citation for underage…
- 55 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Hockey East Announces Four Frozen Fenway Games
Hockey East commissioner Joe Bertagna announced two doubleheaders to take place at Fenway Park for Jan. 4 and Jan. 11 of next season.Merrimack and Providence will play the early game on Saturday Jan. 4. Boston College and Hockey East newcomer Notre…
- 55 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Q&A with Jim Montgomery
Jim Montgomery, who turns 44 in June, was named head coach at Denver last week. A 1993 graduate of Maine, Montgomery scored 103 goals with the Black Bears and won a national championship his senior year. He then played 12 seasons of pro hockey, inclu…
- 56 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Rohlik Named OSU Head Coach
Steve Rohlik has been named head coach at Ohio State. The move was made official today, after CHN first reported it Tuesday night.Rohlik had been the associate head coach the last three years under Mark Osiecki. Osiecki was fired last week, and Rohl…
- 56 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Rohlik to Be Named at Ohio State: Source
Steve Rohlik, associate head coach for the Ohio State men’s hockey program the last three seasons, will be named the permanent new head coach, a source has told College Hockey News.Rohlik was named interim head coach last week, following the dismi…
- 57 days ago, 23 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Blasi Inks New 10-Year Deal
Miami has locked up coach Enrico Blasi through the 2022-23 season, adding six years to his original contract.Miami won the final CCHA regular-season championship last season, then lost in the NCAA Midwest Regional final. Miami is headed to the new e…
- 58 days ago, 22 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- St. Cloud Renames Arena in Honor of Herb Brooks
St. Cloud State University officials and a representative of the Herb Brooks family today announced that the National Hockey and Event Center is renamed the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center.Renaming the 23-year-old arena honors the late hockey coa…
- 63 days ago, 17 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Alaska-Anchorage Names Coaching Finalists
Alaska-Anchorage has named four finalists it will bring in for interviews to fill its head coaching vacancy. Former coach Dave Shyiak was relieved of his duties last month.The four are Chris Brown, Michael Corbett, Gary Heenan and Damon Whitten.Bro…
- 63 days ago, 17 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Osiecki Shocked By Dismissal at Ohio State
When Mark Osiecki walked into his office at Ohio State Monday morning, it was going to be just a normal day at the office. It turned out to be anything but that.Minutes after arriving, Osiecki says Ohio State director of athletics Gene Smith told hi…
- 64 days ago, 16 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Montgomery Has Work to Do at Denver
Jim Montgomery was officially introduced as Denver's new coach Monday. He replaces George Gwozdecky, who was recently fired after 19 seasons."It's an honor for me to lead take over this fantastic program," Montgomery said. "I've been amazed with whe…
- 64 days ago, 16 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Rohlik Named OSU Interim Coach
Steve Rohlik, associate head coach for the Ohio State men’s hockey program the last three seasons, has been named the interim head coach.Head coach Mark Osiecki was fired this week after three seasons. Osiecki said in a USCHO.com report that he wa…
- 64 days ago, 16 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Mark Osiecki Out at Ohio State
Mark Osiecki will not return as head coach at Ohio State. The university sent out a press release Monday morning announcing the decision."We are making a change in our head hockey coaching position," director of athletics Gene Smith said. "There was…
- 65 days ago, 15 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Bobcats Can't Get Bounces
As the second period was coming to an end, Quinnipiac goalie Eric Hartzell moved the puck around the boards and out of harm's way. Yale defenseman Gus Young kept it in the zone and flicked a seemingly harmless shot toward the net. But Clinton Bourbon…
- 66 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Malcolm Takes the Cake
Jeff Malcolm forgot Saturday's date completely.He remembered to turn his phone off Saturday morning, but it wasn't the date that led him to this. It was his plans for the evening -- a national championship game -- that forced him to cut off all cont…
- 66 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Yale's Killers Elite
It could have, and maybe should have, been a disaster.Midway through Yale’s 4-0 national championship win over Quinnipiac, the Bulldogs glanced up at the Consol Energy Center scoreboard and saw 1:03 of 5-on-3 penalty kill time on the clock in what…
- 66 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- The Night is Young's
With its historic 4-0 win over conference rival Quinnipiac on Saturday night, Yale made all kinds of history – most notably, by being the first team to topple three No. 1 seeds, becoming the first Yale team of any kind to win a national championshi…
- 66 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Paying It Forward
Keith Allain's playing career was over.Having graduated Yale, and played in Europe, an injury signaled the end. It was 1984 and a career in business was ahead, a perfectly fine profession for a Yale graduate.Until he got a call from his old coach,…
- 66 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Dream Matchup For Long-Time Bench Figure
Though the schools play in the same league, and -- in case you haven't heard -- are seven miles apart, the connections between Yale and Quinnipiac, historically, are tenuous at best.The same cannot be said for Quinnipiac equipment manager Ed Maturo.…
- 67 days ago, 13 Apr 13, 9:00am -
- Yale Wins National Championship
Midway through the second period, Yale junior forward Clinton Bourbonais took a charging penalty to put his team at a 5-on-3 disadvantage.The Bulldogs got the kill, though.About eight minutes later, with just 3.5 seconds left on the second-period c…
- 67 days ago, 13 Apr 13, 9:00am -
