Offseason Ramblings

[MikeR]

Another year in the books, and it's time to start looking forward to the next. Comparing the returnees from last year (http://goldenknightshockey.com/roundtable/showpost.php?p=12768&postcount=13) to this year indicates the fans should expect more improvement, but will it have the toughness, defense, resiliancy, and goaltending to achieve those goals. Interesting that a few years ago most here, including myself, was hoping for more goal scoring, and less grinders. Now that the point production has improved, some wish for more of the muckers on the Knight team. I don't know if I'd go that far, but Rich stated it best - "grinders with skills". I still agree with Coach Roll's philosophy -

"“(Coaches in the conference) have changed recruiting philosophies,” said Clarkson coach George Roll. “You have to have good team speed, players who can get up and down the ice.

“That's the kind of formula you need. Guys with some skill who can play an uptempo type of game. The chances generated have been up drastically since I took over here three years ago. Coaches have done a good job (getting players) with higher skill levels and skating ability.”

Returning Players stats:

Name, Yr GP G A Pts Pt/GP PIM
Nick Dodge, F, Jr 38 16 25 41 1.08 72
David Cayer, F, Jr 37 12 22 34 0.92 50
Mike Sullivan, F, Sr 36 15 11 26 0.72 30
Shea Guthrie, F, So 33 9 17 26 0.79 60
Chris D'Alvise, F, So 37 8 17 25 0.68 10
Shawn Weller, F, Jr 37 14 10 24 0.65 103
Steve Zalewski, F, Jr 35 9 13 22 0.63 50
Michael Grenzy, D, Sr 36 3 19 22 0.61 18
Grant Clitsome, D, Jr 34 2 17 19 0.56 20
Brodie Rutherglen, F,Sr 35 4 10 14 0.4 18
Philippe Paquet, D, So 37 2 5 7 0.19 91
Tyrell Mason, D, So 38 1 5 6 0.16 38
Max Kolu, F, Sr 37 4 0 4 0.11 34
Mike Arciero, F, Jr 28 1 2 3 0.11 14
Matt Isbister, F, Jr 12 2 0 2 0.17 4
Mike Willemsen, F, So 26 1 1 2 0.08 16
Jon Marshall, F, So 17 1 0 1 0.06 8
Adam Bellows, D, So 26 0 1 1 0.04 18
Matt Curley, D, Sr 15 0 0 0 0 20
Dan Tuttle, F, So 5 0 0 0 0 2
Tim Marks, F, Fr
Jeremiah Crowe, D, Fr
Matt Beca, F, Fr
Team Totals 38 104 175 279 676
Returning Ave 2.74 4.61 7.34 17.79
05 - '06 Ave 3.18 5.24 8.42 22

[Brett Gobe]

As far as OOC games are concerned I think the following is what we've heard so far:

- Bucky's Holiday Tournament
- A pair at SCSU, this is uncomfirmed but I remember reading this at the end of last yer.
- An assumed return visit from BGSU and Miami
- An assumed trip to RIT, at least 1 game.

If we take the RIT rematch as 1 game that leaves 4 games to fill the schedule.

[Goldie Knight]

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 5 PM

Mike,

I have not seen Nathan Beausoleil at Cheel Arena for several months, so I am not certain if he is still really with the team or not.

Your post provided excellent reading....as well as providing an answer why Clarkson has recruited some smaller, speedier players. I think Max Kolu will be a major defensive force next season. He has been improving each month, and he is very tough. Not question though, about Chris Brekelmans being a great role model for the entire team. Chris really assumed his leadership role this season.

I just discovered that only Tyrell Mason and Nick Dodge were the two Golden Knights who played in every game this season....at least I think that's what I read.

KNOW NO LIMITS, CLARKSON GOLDEN KNIGHTS

[MikeR]

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 5 PM

Mike,

I have not seen Nathan Beausoleil at Cheel Arena for several months, so I am not certain if he is still really with the team or not.


KNOW NO LIMITS, CLARKSON GOLDEN KNIGHTS?

I wasn't sure of his status either, as I read he had some early season off-ice problems, but he is still listed on the roster and as "DNP" on the game summaries, unlike Ryan Hodkinson. Guess either way we'll see plenty of '07 and '08 recruiting activity.

[coolhandtouc]

As far as OOC games are concerned I think the following is what we've heard so far:

- Bucky's Holiday Tournament
- A pair at SCSU, this is uncomfirmed but I remember reading this at the end of last yer.
- An assumed return visit from BGSU and Miami
- An assumed trip to RIT, at least 1 game.

If we take the RIT rematch as 1 game that leaves 4 games to fill the schedule.

We owe UMASS and Providence a round tripper for this year and I believe Niagara may owe us a weekend visit.

[chuck]

We owe UMASS and Providence a round tripper for this year and I believe Niagara may owe us a weekend visit.

We went to UMass and Providence in '04-05. Back in 03-04 SLU played at UMass, I can't see that they ever went to Providence. I went to both UMass games. As Amherst is about 40 minutes from my house I'd like to see that become a regular on the circuit. With the history Tech has with Toot Cahoon from his princeton days I think that is possible. So if it is going to be a regular thing it would be Tech's turn to travel to New England. I hope so. We owe them a whooping in their barn!

Brett - tell me about Bucky's Holiday Tourney.

[Brett Gobe]

We went to UMass and Providence in '04-05. Back in 03-04 SLU played at UMass, I can't see that they ever went to Providence. I went to both UMass games. As Amherst is about 40 minutes from my house I'd like to see that become a regular on the circuit. With the history Tech has with Toot Cahoon from his princeton days I think that is possible. So if it is going to be a regular thing it would be Tech's turn to travel to New England. I hope so. We owe them a whooping in their barn!

Brett - tell me about Bucky's Holiday Tourney.
I'm pretty sure vicb mentioned it in another thread, but it's usaully over the New Year's holiday, and last time we were in it was 03-04 with Ferris, Yale and Sconny.

I think another trip to PU/Umass is possible but I think we might look to a different set of Hockey East travel pairs.

[CUKnight]

but I think we might look to a different set of Hockey East travel pairs.

BU/BC??????????

[SpongeRob]

maine/unh??? PLEASE!?

[vicb]

I'm pretty sure vicb mentioned it in another thread, but it's usaully over the New Year's holiday, and last time we were in it was 03-04 with Ferris, Yale and Sconny.



Yep, I did. I went to the tourney in 03-04. Played poorly against Ferris and lost and then walloped Yale 8-1 in the consolation game. I'm waiting to see the schedule for this year to decide whether to go back or go elsewhere. If we play St Cloud there I might consider taking that road trip instead.

As for the Bucky Tourney, it's Christmas just after. My guess is it will be Dec 29th and 30th. Held at the Kohl Center, the Wisconsin on campus rink. What a palace. No better college rink in the country and just as good as most NHL facilities. Someone in another thread mentioned the other teams. Don't remember who they were.

[Brett Gobe]

BU/BC??????????
York and Roll do have ties together, I wouldn't put it out of the question.

Looking at the goaltending situation, one has to believe that Leggio is the #1 going into the fall. But I would still think Roll will have the competition be open to start the season.

Leggio finished up 11-9-3 with a .913 save percentage and a 2.57 GAA. Middle of the pack in all stats. I think his save % went up .002 points in the last weekend alone. In the games before he was the permanent starter Leggio went 6-5-2, after the desicion 5-4-1. It was 5-2-1 before last weekend.

Personally I though Roll made the right call at the right time. I had no problem rotating two goalies throughout the season and I think in college it's a smart stratagy. I feel leaving one guy out there as your workhorse leads to tired legs at the end of the season and I'll use Matias Lange at RPI as an example. Next year I'd like to see Leggio be our number one going into the season but still use McNulty every other weekend on Saturday's to keep him fresh and give Leggio a rest.

[vicb]

York and Roll do have ties together, I wouldn't put it out of the question.

Looking at the goaltending situation, one has to believe that Leggio is the #1 going into the fall. But I would still think Roll will have the competition be open to start the season.

Leggio finished up 11-9-3 with a .913 save percentage and a 2.57 GAA. Middle of the pack in all stats. I think his save % went up .002 points in the last weekend alone. In the games before he was the permanent starter Leggio went 6-5-2, after the desicion 5-4-1. It was 5-2-1 before last weekend.

Personally I though Roll made the right call at the right time. I had no problem rotating two goalies throughout the season and I think in college it's a smart stratagy. I feel leaving one guy out there as your workhorse leads to tired legs at the end of the season and I'll use Matias Lange at RPI as an example. Next year I'd like to see Leggio be our number one going into the season but still use McNulty every other weekend on Saturday's to keep him fresh and give Leggio a rest.

Don't forget they are bringing in Smith to goaltend. My guess is he will be given every chance to win the job. Competition is good.

[andy]

York and Roll have ties, but BU travels with BC and Jack Parker refuses to make trips to the north country. That's why that series died.

[SpongeRob]

Why does Jack Parker hate us?

[Stemmer]

BU/BC??????????

The tie that kept this series going for several years was Billy O' and Yorkie for sure. When Billy left Tech to join the LA Kings, it ended. Had little or nothing to do with Parker. Besides Jerry has never beaten Tech since he has been at BC and has little or nothing good to say about Potsdam since he left in the 70s.

I don't think his tie with George, however strong it may be, will bring the series back. I'm not aware that Jackie Parker has any feelings one way or another towards Tech but he may just not want to make the NC roadtrip and it seems unlikely that BC would come here for two without a travel partner.

[MikeR]

As for the Bucky Tourney, it's Christmas just after. My guess is it will be Dec 29th and 30th. Held at the Kohl Center, the Wisconsin on campus rink. What a palace. No better college rink in the country and just as good as most NHL facilities. Someone in another thread mentioned the other teams. Don't remember who they were.

LSSU, UWuss, Providence, Tech (http://goldenknightshockey.com/roundtable/showpost.php?p=15140&postcount=49) The Knights last played there in '04-'05.

[Brett Gobe]

LSSU, UWuss, Providence, Tech (http://goldenknightshockey.com/roundtable/showpost.php?p=15140&postcount=49) The Knights last played there in '04-'05.
Not a bad line up. 3 teams that had their moments this year, and Wisconsin.

LSSU brings us our first match-up against Jimmy Roque.

[vicb]

LSSU, UWuss, Providence, Tech (http://goldenknightshockey.com/roundtable/showpost.php?p=15140&postcount=49) The Knights last played there in '04-'05.


I wonder who will get Wisconsin opening Knight. My guess is it will be LSSU.

[andy]

Not a bad line up. 3 teams that had their moments this year, and Wisconsin.

LSSU brings us our first match-up against Jimmy Roque.

Actually Lake State plays at Cheel in Oct so that would be the 3rd matchup if they play in that tourney

[chuck]

Where is everybody getting this info on the schedule for next year? Just curious.

[andy]

Where is everybody getting this info on the schedule for next year? Just curious.

I'd tell you, but then you'd have to be killed

(sorry, seen to many james bond movies)

[Brett Gobe]

Actually Lake State plays at Cheel in Oct so that would be the 3rd matchup if they play in that tourney
I did not know that.
/carson

So far so good on the OOC scheduling.

[slufan7]

If you haven't already read it, some of you might be interested to read an article I just read in the online version of the New York Post. It concerns former Knight, Willie Mitchell, being traded to the Dallas team in the NHL.

[coolhandtouc]

Someone on the USCHO forum stated that Clarkson and Colgate are headed out to play St. Cloud for a series next year. Can anyone confirm? Next year's schedule has to be complete, any idea where we can take a look at it?

[joecct]

The tie that kept this series going for several years was Billy O' and Yorkie for sure. When Billy left Tech to join the LA Kings, it ended. Had little or nothing to do with Parker. Besides Jerry has never beaten Tech since he has been at BC and has little or nothing good to say about Potsdam since he left in the 70s.

I don't think his tie with George, however strong it may be, will bring the series back. I'm not aware that Jackie Parker has any feelings one way or another towards Tech but he may just not want to make the NC roadtrip and it seems unlikely that BC would come here for two without a travel partner.It has everything to do with the HEA schedule.

HEA teams play each other 3 times (x 9 teams) = 27
Beanpot = 2 (29)
Mid year tournament = 2 (31)
3 OOC games left
Harvard = 1 now only 2 left

Next year BC goes to Wisconsin for 2. With their HEA schedule, it is extremely doubtful that BC and BU will make a NC trip.

Now if SLU and us get to the NCAA tournament on a consistent basis, then we may be able to pick our OOC, rather than them picking us.

[MikeR]

Someone on the USCHO forum stated that Clarkson and Colgate are headed out to play St. Cloud for a series next year. Can anyone confirm?

Brett posted the SCSU info here (http://goldenknightshockey.com/roundtable/showpost.php?p=13003&postcount=38) previously, I did not find the original announcement from SCSU's booster club

[Stemmer]

[QUOTE=Joe]It has everything to do with the HEA schedule.

HEA teams play each other 3 times (x 9 teams) = 27
Beanpot = 2 (29)
Mid year tournament = 2 (31)
3 OOC games left
Harvard = 1 now only 2 left

Next year BC goes to Wisconsin for 2. With their HEA schedule, it is extremely doubtful that BC and BU will make a NC trip.

QUOTE]

Joe,

To a great degree that was what I was getting at. However, even if BC had room in their schedule, I doubt they'd seriously consider coming to the NC. They don't want to do it for reasons stated earlier. Add to that the fact that playing the perceived "weak" ECACHL doesn't help their PWR, etc.

[Brett Gobe]

Brett posted the SCSU info here (http://goldenknightshockey.com/roundtable/showpost.php?p=13003&postcount=38) previously, I did not find the original announcement from SCSU's booster club
08 December - Clarkson (St. Cloud, MN)
09 December - Clarkson (St. Cloud, MN)

From this thread (http://board.uscho.com/showthread.php?t=57296) on USCHO.

[vicb]

08 December - Clarkson (St. Cloud, MN)
09 December - Clarkson (St. Cloud, MN)

From this thread (http://board.uscho.com/showthread.php?t=57296) on USCHO.

Hummmm. I was thinking of going to this series hoping it would be in late October, early November. Ugh December!!! May just toss a coin: Heads December in St Cloud or Tails December in Madison :rolleyes: .

[coolhandtouc]

Hummmm. I was thinking of going to this series hoping it would be in late October, early November. Ugh December!!! May just toss a coin: Heads December in St Cloud or Tails December in Madison :rolleyes: .

Vicb, do you drive these trips or fly them?

[vicb]

Vicb, do you drive these trips or fly them?

The last time I went to Madison we flew to Chicago (had some frequent flyer miles) and then drove to Madison. If we go to either place we will definitely fly into either Chicago or Minneapolis.

[Stemmer]

The last time I went to Madison we flew to Chicago (had some frequent flyer miles) and then drove to Madison. If we go to either place we will definitely fly into either Chicago or Minneapolis.

Hmmm...that got me to thinking. My nephew is in college not far from Wisconsin. I can kill two birds with one stone if I make that trip. Have never been out there but have wanted to go ever since Tech played a pair (lost both) at the then new Dane County Coliseum back in '72-'73, I think.

I had to pass on being a manager that year in order to concentrate on my studies...yeah, right. :rolleyes:

I'll have to sell my wife on the "we can visit Phillip" aspects of this potential trip. :D

[Todd '86]

I saw an interesting rumor on the Hockey-L list this morning that Mark Morris might be in the running for the RPI head coach job.

[andy]

I saw an interesting rumor on the Hockey-L list this morning that Mark Morris might be in the running for the RPI head coach job.

what is the Hockey_L list?

[Stemmer]

My opinion is that RPI would be foolish NOT to consider Morris. He's got to be as qualified as anyone else out there and he certainly knows the league.

[Todd '86]

what is the Hockey_L list?
Hockey-L is an email listserv hosted at UMaine. Check out this link if you are interested: http://lists.maine.edu/archives/hockey-l.html

[daredevilcu]

McKee signs with Anaheim, no more ADD at Cornell http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/news_story/?ID=160746&hubname=

[Drew]

That is why Schafer is bringing back Davenport....McKee had to give him the heads up.

[daredevilcu]

Maybe so, but it was just officially announced today.

[Brett Gobe]

Put in my application for Frozen Four tickets today. :cool:

[Drew]

Put in my application for Frozen Four tickets today. :cool:

I did it yesterday :D

[Brett Gobe]

I did it yesterday :D
How many did you ask for? I figured if I win, why only get 2? So I put in for 4.

[Drew]

How many did you ask for? I figured if I win, why only get 2? So I put in for 4.

Four......I have plenty of takers.

I have never been to St. Louis.

[Brett Gobe]

They wont be hard to get rid of.

[Bill]

How many did you ask for? I figured if I win, why only get 2? So I put in for 4.
I have put in over the years and never got a sniff -- the problem is the NC$$ keeps your money forever and doesn't pay interest. I have been to 7 or 8 FF's (2 with the KNIGHTS playing) over the years, but never got tix in the draw.
Of course, now that I have connections back on the tournament committee, I can get'em any time I want - I passed this year - figured Wisconsin playing all the way in Wisconsin was not worth watching or the trip -- figured right, although you've got to give Yorkie (class act as usual) and the team a lot of credit for BC's showing this year - almost pulled it off, but Wisconsin too big and too fast - they deserved it. BC will be back in the next couple of years.

[vicb]

It really is a small world. Just got back from my vacation in Las Vegas, or as I like to call it Lost Wages. Happened to be wearing my Clarkson hat in the Venetian when who spots me but Kevin O'Flarherty parents, John and Sheila. Had a nice chat with them. Kevin got injured playing over in Germany (shoulder) and is recovering from that and is apparently looking for real work now ;) .

[RSTuthill]

Hockey-L is an email listserv hosted at UMaine. Check out this link if you are interested:
I am amazed that HOCKEY-L is still going. Back in the 90's, it was all we had. Why would folks post to it now?

[Todd '86]

I am amazed that HOCKEY-L is still going. Back in the 90's, it was all we had. Why would folks post to it now?

Well, mostly because its a pretty good mix of pretty good people from all over the place. There are fewer people (and therefore fewer "posts") than there used to be when I joined the list in the 90's. But they still have a get-together for the Frozen Four, and from what I understand it is reasonably well attended.

For one thing, I prefer it to having to sift through the flame wars and the noise on some of the bigger message boards. There are the occasional spirited disagreements, but not nearly with the frequency and nastiness that I've seen on places like USCHO.

[RSTuthill]

For one thing, I prefer it to having to sift through the flame wars and the noise on some of the bigger message boards. There are the occasional spirited disagreements, but not nearly with the frequency and nastiness that I've seen on places like USCHO.
I hear you!! Especially if some sacred ox is gored, things can get nasty on USCHO.

[Brett Gobe]

Yale went with St. Louis Blues goaltending coach, and former Bulldog goaltender Keith Allain. Links can be found in the blog.

/plug

[Goldie Knight]

Sunday, April 16, 2006

EASTER GREETINGS EVERYONE.

Early this morning, I was certain that I read the list of RPI head coaching candidates. Mark Morris's name was not on that final listing. Did anyone else happen to view this information on USCHO? I could be mistaken, so if anyone saw that, I would be most interested in knowing. Apparently, the RPI new head coach will be announced this coming week.

MISSING CLARKSON HOCKEY....AND AREN'T WE ALL?

[Drew]

Sunday, April 16, 2006

EASTER GREETINGS EVERYONE.

Early this morning, I was certain that I read the list of RPI head coaching candidates. Mark Morris's name was not on that final listing. Did anyone else happen to view this information on USCHO? I could be mistaken, so if anyone saw that, I would be most interested in knowing. Apparently, the RPI new head coach will be announced this coming week.

MISSING CLARKSON HOCKEY....AND AREN'T WE ALL?

Goldie, they are, Andy Murray, who, in his seventh season as head coach of the Los Angeles Kings, was fired on March 21.

Mike Cavanaugh, BC’s assistant coach.

University of Denver assistant coach Seth Appert, 31.

[Goldie Knight]

Sunday, April 16, 2006 9 PM

Thank you, Drew, for that information. I was not surprised to learn that Mark Morris was not a finalist for the head coaching position at RPI because of one major reason......Zach Schwan's father holds a prestigious position at RPI, perhaps in the area of administrative business or computers. In all probability, many things have been discussed with the RPI administratration about the problems which occurred between Mark Morris and Zach Schwan....but that's just my theory.

It is too bad that Mark was not a finalist because he certainly has the credentials, record, and experience to be a great Division I coach. I also believe, though, that hiring Mark would further intensify the rivalry between Clarkson and RPI.

OUR KNIGHTS WILL BE AWESOME.:)

[andy]

I honestly doubt Zach's dad had one iota to do with it.

just look at facts: *every* job that's been open the past 3 years he has applied for and he has not been a finalist for ONE.

Zach's dad didn't work at all the other schools, Yale included. He would not have been a finalist there, either, even if Zach's dad worked at Union or the University of Albany. He just appears to be blacklisted.


Sunday, April 16, 2006 9 PM

Thank you, Drew, for that information. I was not surprised to learn that Mark Morris was not a finalist for the head coaching position at RPI because of one major reason......Zach Schwan's father holds a prestigious position at RPI, perhaps in the area of administrative business or computers. In all probability, many things have been discussed with the RPI administratration about the problems which occurred between Mark Morris and Zach Schwan....but that's just my theory.

It is too bad that Mark was not a finalist because he certainly has the credentials, record, and experience to be a great Division I coach. I also believe, though, that hiring Mark would further intensify the rivalry between Clarkson and RPI.

OUR KNIGHTS WILL BE AWESOME.:)

[Ron]

Either that or he's just not applying and he's happy wherever he's coaching these days.

[andy]

Either that or he's just not applying and he's happy wherever he's coaching these days.

I said he has applied for every job. I meant literally that. Even d3 jobs. The man wants to be a college hockey coach.
I realize Schwan's dad at rpi didnt help BUT my point was, Schwan's dad doesnt work at every other school that basically ignored his application, so even if he didnt work at RPI, i imagine RPI also would have blown him off as well!

[Drew]

According to USHR Andy Murray former coach of the LA Kings was offered the RPI head coaching position. He has not accepted as of 4/18.


The Morris thing reminds me of the Ted Nolan blackballing.

[joecct]

CHN reports that the RPI job has been offered to Andy Murray.

And Andy, I agree. MM's credentials are too good for him not to be a finalist for ANY coaching position.

[vicb]

And in other news it was reported today that the Kings have fired Dave Taylor as their General Manager :( .

[Drew]

According to USHR Andy Murray former coach of the LA Kings was offered the RPI head coaching position. He has not accepted as of 4/18.


The Morris thing reminds me of the Ted Nolan blackballing.


WOW !!!
At RPI, Los Angeles Kings head coach Andy Murray turned down the offer.

RPI AD Ken Ralph immediately turned to 31-year-old Denver assistant Seth Appert, who has accepted the job.

[Goldie Knight]

Wednesday, April 19, 2006 12:10 AM

In addition to firing their General Manager, Dave Taylor, the Los Angeles Kings also fired their Director of Play Personnel, Bill O'Flaherty.....this information according to the College Hockey News, dated April 18.

Does anyone have an update on Erik Cole's injury in regard to whether or not he will be available to participate in any playoff games?

Drew, may I ask who Ted Nolan is please?

OUR KNIGHTS WILL BE AWESOME:)

[MikeR]

Wednesday, April 19, 2006 12:10 AM

Drew, may I ask who Ted Nolan is please?

OUR KNIGHTS WILL BE AWESOME:)

former Buffalo Sabres coach; current Moncton Wildcats coach (QMJHL).
http://www.moncton-wildcats.com/archives/20051221b_en.php

http://www.cbc.ca/story/sports/national/2005/12/25/Sports/nolan_devils051225.html

[CUKnight]

former Buffalo Sabres coach; current Moncton Wildcats coach (QMJHL).
http://www.moncton-wildcats.com/archives/20051221b_en.php

http://www.cbc.ca/story/sports/national/2005/12/25/Sports/nolan_devils051225.html


I posted this in the Alumni thread, but since you asked, ill post it here too.

Cole Could Return
..."Late" in playoffs. I just hope he is really ready to play before he steps foot back on the ice. Good to hear he is progressing well however.

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Erik Cole: (Vertebra) Could Return Late in Playoffs
RotoWire.com Staff - RotoWire.com
Monday, April 17, 2006

Update: Hurricanes GM Jim Rutherford believes that Cole (fractured vertebra) may be able to return to action if the team goes deep into the playoffs, according to an interview in the Raleigh News & Observer.

Recommendation: "Deep" in this case probably means at least the conference finals. Rutherford was careful to emphasize that Cole's availability will be decided by physicians, not the coaching staff: "From a team point of view, we will not push him."
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[MikeR]

INCH has the Knights "Poised for a breakout (http://www.insidecollegehockey.com/7Archives/Features/0506/10teams07_0431.htm)".

[Drew]

USHR is reporting Brown sophomore Adam D’Alba, who has started 54 of Brown’s 65 games over the past two seasons, has hung up his skates and pads with two years of eligibility left.

[MikeR]

We owe UMASS and Providence a round tripper for this year and I believe Niagara may owe us a weekend visit.


Putting some dates together....
10/13/06 @ Providence 7:00 PM

I assume we play UMASS Saturday.

11/24/06 - BGSU
11/25/06 - Miami

12/08/06 - @SCSU
12/09/06 - @SCSU

12/29/06 Badger Hockey Showdown Madison, Wis. TBA
12/30/06 Badger Hockey Showdown Madison, Wis. TBA

Dates to be determined:
LSSU (2), RIT, Niagara

[chuck]

I hope we do play at UmASS... but I don't know about owing them a round tripper. We've played them twice once in Amherst and once in Potsdam.

[Drew]

Putting some dates together....
10/13/06 @ Providence 7:00 PM

I assume we play UMASS Saturday.

11/24/06 - BGSU
11/25/06 - Miami

12/08/06 - @SCSU
12/09/06 - @SCSU

12/29/06 Badger Hockey Showdown Madison, Wis. TBA
12/30/06 Badger Hockey Showdown Madison, Wis. TBA

Dates to be determined:
LSSU (2), RIT, Niagara

Mike,
Here are the RIT and Niagara game times..the only 2 games posted for the 06-07 schedule ...so far.
http://www.clarksonathletics.com/schedules.asp?path=mhock&year=2006-07

[MikeR]

Mike,
Here are the RIT and Niagara game times..the only 2 games posted for the 06-07 schedule ...so far.
http://www.clarksonathletics.com/schedules.asp?path=mhock&year=2006-07

Thanks Drew
I forgot they begin to post the new schedule under "archived schedules".

So updating the list we have:
10/06/06 - Niagara
10/07/06 - RIT (http://www.clarksonathletics.com/schedules.asp?path=mhock&year=2006-07)
10/13/06 - Providence (http://friars.cstv.com/sports/m-hockey/sched/prov-m-hockey-sched.html)
10/14/06 - UMass
11/24/06 - BGSU (http://board.uscho.com/showpost.php?p=2587489&postcount=137)
11/25/06 - Miami
12/08/06 - @SCSU (http://board.uscho.com/showpost.php?p=2494838&postcount=46)
12/09/06 - @SCSU
12/29/06 - Badger Hockey Showdown Madison, Wis. TBA
12/30/06 - Badger Hockey Showdown Madison, Wis. TBA

[MikeR]

I hope we do play at UmASS... but I don't know about owing them a round tripper. We've played them twice once in Amherst and once in Potsdam.

You may be right, based on SLU's tentative schedule (http://board.uscho.com/showpost.php?p=2586933&postcount=132)

[Drew]

Thanks Drew
I forgot they begin to post the new schedule under "archived schedules".

So updating the list we have:
10/13/06 - Providence (http://friars.cstv.com/sports/m-hockey/sched/prov-m-hockey-sched.html)
10/14/06 - UMass
10/06/06 - Niagara
10/07/06 - RIT (http://www.clarksonathletics.com/schedules.asp?path=mhock&year=2006-07)
11/24/06 - BGSU (http://board.uscho.com/showpost.php?p=2587489&postcount=137)
11/25/06 - Miami
12/08/06 - @SCSU (http://board.uscho.com/showpost.php?p=2494838&postcount=46)
12/09/06 - @SCSU
12/29/06 - Badger Hockey Showdown Madison, Wis. TBA
12/30/06 - Badger Hockey Showdown Madison, Wis. TBA

The Badger Showdown is Wisco, Lake State, and Providence, right?
I think you have a pretty good handle on all the opponents----- dates may not be firm.

So what does everyone think of the OOC schedule this year? Definitely better than years past. Thoughts?

[MikeR]

The Badger Showdown is Wisco, Lake State, and Providence, right?
I think you have a pretty good handle on all the opponents----- dates may not be firm.

So what does everyone think of the OOC schedule this year? Definitely better than years past. Thoughts?


The showdown includes those teams you listed. Unfortunately, UWuss has not done themselves any favors with the selection of teams. Since its inception, the Showdown has been under fire for lack of quality opponents/excitement/attendance. The only way it is good for the Knights is to have 2 W's. (a) for the H2H against either LSSU or Providence; and (b) to beat a certain TUC - UWUSS.

Providence...should be improved....surprised last year in HE.

Miami...will be a quality team...good for PWR

SCSU...potentially good for Tech PWR...dependent on their WCHA record this year - lose 4/5 top scorers plus possibly Goephert...

Niagara...push...neither good nor bad

RIT..see "SLU" : helping another NY team become established.

BGSU...will they be any better this year? Goaltending ???

UMass...Anderson & Werner graduated - good for the Knights. Not much expected from UMASS

LSSU...rebuilding under Roque. Incoming recruits have to perform better than departing seniors - not a good recipe.

Better than years past, though it appears that expectations will be high, with a record of 7-3 in those games, and a win over UWuss or Miami.

[Drew]

Clarkson finally posted the official schedule....Mike, you had the OOC teams perfect.

http://clarksonathletics.com/News/mhock/2006/5/22/MHOCannuncews267schedule.asp?path=mhock

[Todd '86]

Got my NHL Newsletter email this morning, and it was nice to see articles on both Todd Marchant and Erik Cole :cool:

[Karyn]

Nice, the SCSU games in MN are in November instead of December. I know someone in St. Cloud who can call about getting a suite (to share with my family) if anyone out there is interested. Let me know.

[Ron]

It took me 24 hours, but I just realized that the Clarkson/SLU games are both scheduled for Tuesdays.

[chuck]

YIPEE! Another game at UmASS! I hope this trend continues... the place is nearly in my backyard. Now we just gotta beat 'em :rolleyes:

[Drew]

It took me 24 hours, but I just realized that the Clarkson/SLU games are both scheduled for Tuesdays.

That is stupid! Why don't they have this on a weekend so alumni attend?? Being 5 1/2 - 6 hours from P'dam I have to take off two days from work, which probably will not happen:mad:

[Goldie Knight]

Thursday, May 25, 2006

I don't think many fans like to have their weekdays and weeknights include hockey games. Having weekend hockey games gives us something to look forward to on an otherwise not too exciting weekend. I am wondering if that scheduling was done to accomodate Clarkson's and St. Lawrence's teams being able to face two more opponents on a weekend? Sometimes those two great rivalry games are the only ones played on two different weekends between both teams, leaving one knight free. I think most traveling partners play back-to-back games, but I'm not certain of that.

The two games played between Clarkson and SLU this past season were just too much emotionally for the fans and for the players to deal with because they were played on January 27 and on January 28.

Drew, unfortunately, these are the two games which draw the largest attendance at both universities....no matter when they are played. I'm sorry for all those who will personally miss these emotionally charged contests.

KNOW NO LIMITS, CLARKSON GOLDEN KNIGHTS.

[Stemmer]

That is stupid! Why don't they have this on a weekend so alumni attend?? Being 5 1/2 - 6 hours from P'dam I have to take off two days from work, which probably will not happen:mad:

Agreed!!!!

[Ron]

I think that's the exactly the reason Goldie. Scheduling decent OOC teams is increasingly difficult. While they probably could have been able to schedule an Atlantic or CHA team, they probably opted to take the Tuesday games (some of the Boston schools do a Tuesday or Thursday game) to make room for the stronger opponents.

Still, I personally think it's a hit for the economy of the towns when alumni can't make the trip up. This will be the first Clarkson/SLU game I'll have missed since I was a Freshman. The Tuesday game for students will be a double-edged sword. Hopefully students who are normally gone on the weekends will get an opportunity to catch some great hockey, especially Freshman who really need to see the energy of the Clarkson/SLU game to get excited. At the same time, it is the week before dead week, and exams/projects come before hockey, that might keep people in.
That being said, CSTV, ESPNU, someone, pick up the damn game!




Thursday, May 25, 2006

I don't think many fans like to have their weekdays and weeknights include hockey games. Having weekend hockey games gives us something to look forward to on an otherwise not too exciting weekend. I am wondering if that scheduling was done to accomodate Clarkson's and St. Lawrence's teams being able to face two more opponents on a weekend? Sometimes those two great rivalry games are the only ones played on two different weekends between both teams, leaving one knight free. I think most traveling partners play back-to-back games, but I'm not certain of that.

The two games played between Clarkson and SLU this past season was just too much emotionally for the fans and for the players to deal with because they were played on January 27 and on January 28.

Drew, unfortunately, these are the two games which draw the largest attendance at both universities....no matter when they are played. I'm sorry for all those who will personally miss these emotionally charged contests.

KNOW NO LIMITS, CLARKSON GOLDEN KNIGHTS.

[Goldie Knight]

Monday, May 29, 2006

Being a fan of any NHL team which has as a player any former Clarkson Golden Knight, I have a question about the Carolina Hurricanes. Let's just assume that the Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup. Am I correct in thinking that each Carolina team member is eligible to have the Stanley Cup in his possession for a day or so during the off season? Therefore, even though Erik Cole may not be able to play during the playoffs, is Erik still eligible to have his "special time" with Lord Stanley's Cup?

Yes, I know this question may be a bit premature, but if there any possibility that Erik and the Stanley Cup could be present at Clarkson University during the summer, it would be an awesome experience for any of us who could be there.

KNOW NO LIMITS, CLARKSON GOLDEN KNIGHTS

[Stemmer]

Goldie,

I'm quite sure that Erik could take the Cup for a day. His 'mates all know that he was a big part of the 'Canes getting this far.

And hopefully, he'd be able to take the Cup to reunion when so many more alumni would be present.

I had the opportunity to touch the Cup and have my picture taken with it back in '94 so as a fan, it's a very special privilege!

Although it is premature as you said, it's a nice scenario to look forward to.

GO 'Canes!

[Bill]

At the same time, it is the week before dead week, and exams/projects come before hockey, that might keep people in.


SLU game never kept me in studying -- maybe that's why I got to see 10 SLU/Clarkson regular season games, eh?!!!!
:rolleyes:

[Ron]

"To have one's name inscribed on the Stanley Cup, a player must have played at least 41 games for the team during the regular season (provided the player remains with the team when they win the Cup) or a game of the Finals, although the NHL will also permit other reasons on a case-by-case basis."

Erik has 60 games on the regular season. 30-29-59 line. He'll have his day if it happens.


Monday, May 29, 2006

Being a fan of any NHL team which has as a player any former Clarkson Golden Knight, I have a question about the Carolina Hurricanes. Let's just assume that the Hurricanes win the Stanley Cup. Am I correct in thinking that each Carolina team member is eligible to have the Stanley Cup in his possession for a day or so during the off season? Therefore, even though Erik Cole may not be able to play during the playoffs, is Erik still eligible to have his "special time" with Lord Stanley's Cup?

Yes, I know this question may be a bit premature, but if there any possibility that Erik and the Stanley Cup could be present at Clarkson University during the summer, it would be an awesome experience for any of us who could be there.

KNOW NO LIMITS, CLARKSON GOLDEN KNIGHTS

[MikeR]

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 5 PM

Mike,

I have not seen Nathan Beausoleil at Cheel Arena for several months, so I am not certain if he is still really with the team or not.


KNOW NO LIMITS, CLARKSON GOLDEN KNIGHTS

Goldie,
You were correct as always. Nathan has moved on to the St. Mary's Huskies (http://www.smuhuskies.ca/mayNEWSITEM-SaintMarysUniversityDepartmentofAthleticsandRecrea tion_001.html)

[MikeR]

No other place to put this, but SLU's Matt Desrosiers is looking for a job (http://www.lovelandfyi.com/sports-story.asp?ID=5482)


So Desrosiers contacted coach Chris Stewart after this year’s playoffs to announce he would retire. Desrosiers then started pursuing an assistant coaching position at Clarkson University, where his fiance, Shannon Smith, works.


Desrosiers played for Clarkson’s rival, St. Lawrence, in college. That’s where he met Smith. (The two schools are separated by 10 miles.)

[vicb]

Wonder what assistant position he is going for, Mens or Womens? Did not hear of anyone leaving and I would be surprised if either programs finances would allow the hiring of another coach?

[MikeR]

Vicb, I wondered the same. If a position was open, I'd doubt that he go to the women's team and work with his fiance.

Maybe a volunteer position on the men's team? I see David Evans' name has been removed from the clarksonathletics site.

[Brett Gobe]

I would guess volunteer. NCAA rules allow one per team. I'm not sure if you are required to be a graduate student of the university to hold the postion, but I know David was a grad student at Clarkson.

Matt Derosiers would be a solid pick up. He was one to watch in Canton and always played well against us. Plus it never hurts to pick up someone 'on the inside.' ;)

[Muskieman]

No other place to put this, but SLU's Matt Desrosiers is looking for a job (http://www.lovelandfyi.com/sports-story.asp?ID=5482)

If Clarkson can bring Matt on board, they certainly will not regret it. He is an awesome young man and comes from a tremendous family. My all-time favorite SLU team was the '00 - '01 club, largely because Matt Desrosiers, Erik Anderson, and many others were fabulous kids with great parents.

Was in the Canton and Potsdam areas yesterday in a day-long but failed search to find a golden-winged warbler ("GWW") nest to try and photograph. Searched all day and didn't see one GWW in a region that is a GWW nesting hotspot in early-June. My advice to anybody reading this who might aspire to become a bird photographer is don't do it unless you can easily shrug off failures. I guess my being such has made it much easier to be a SLU fan since '01.:) Cornell studies these birds but won't disclose where their nests are because, "I would disturb the birds". Typical Cornell arrogance - I'm sure Cornell's catching and banding these birds puts absolutely no stress of them. What a joke, but doesn't surprise me one bit. The Cornell Lab folks must know I'm an SLU fan :(

Please hire Matt. He was born to be a coach and would be a great asset to Clarkson hockey.

Brian

[Ron]

Desrosiers is in the running for an assistant on the Women's team according to an article I just saw on the Interweb.

My best guess is that Clarkson will be adding a third coach full-time.

[MikeR]

Desrosiers is in the running for an assistant on the Women's team according to an article I just saw on the Interweb.

My best guess is that Clarkson will be adding a third coach full-time.

Here is the article (http://www.coloradoan.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060607/SPORTS/606070323/1006)


Desrosiers is in the running for an assistant coaching position with the women's hockey team at Clarkson University in Potsdam, N.Y., and he said getting the new job would be his preference.

Desrosiers said he has a couple more interviews to go through and should know whether he will get the job "within a month."

He's hoping to get the coaching job but would consider playing in Broomfield.

"It's probably going to depend on whether I get this job or not," he said. "Jobs like this don't come around that often. ... The money's a lot more than I can make playing hockey."

[andy]

Here is the article (http://www.coloradoan.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060607/SPORTS/606070323/1006)

dont forget clarkson 'has' a volunteer assistant coach already: Ryan Vinz. He's a student and will be a Sr. this year so he'd have to be 'fired' or lose his title for Desrosiers to come in. Don't believe the NCAA allows more than one volunteer coach per team.

[andy]

Desrosiers is in the running for an assistant on the Women's team according to an article I just saw on the Interweb.

My best guess is that Clarkson will be adding a third coach full-time.

women's scenario is more likely.
btw, ncaa does not allow 3 full-time assistants. You are allowed 2 and one volunteer, non-paid.

[MikeR]

women's scenario is more likely.
btw, ncaa does not allow 3 full-time assistants. You are allowed 2 and one volunteer, non-paid.

I thought as much. Since the article confirms he is applying for the women's position; where is Laura Hays going?

[Brett Gobe]

Nick Dodge was ranked 32 out of 40 for the top NCAA draft prospects by Hockey's Future

http://hockeysfuture.com/article.php?sid=8848&mode=threaded&order=0

If Dodge is drafted the Knights will have 9 draftees on the squad, with a definite possibility of Beca and Rufenach being selected too. Hiesenberg had Rufenach the #5 player in Ontario.

[Drew]

Nick Dodge was ranked 32 out of 40 for the top NCAA draft prospects by Hockey's Future

http://hockeysfuture.com/article.php?sid=8848&mode=threaded&order=0

If Dodge is drafted the Knights will have 9 draftees on the squad, with a definite possibility of Beca and Rufenach being selected too. Hiesenberg had Rufenach the #5 player in Ontario.

Dodge was drafted 6th round #183 overall.......good for him!:)

[Stemmer]

I think getting Dodge in the 6th is a steal for Carolina.

GO 'Canes! :)

[joecct]

Good news Golden Knight fans, Sasha Pokulok has left the Big Red for the Nations Capital.

Terms were not disclosed.

[Brett Gobe]

Hey everyone, we put up an interview with Bob Ahlfeld on the blog.

www.clarksonhockeyfans.com

[Drew]

Hey everyone, we put up an interview with Bob Ahlfeld on the blog.

www.clarksonhockeyfans.com

Great stuff, always good questions.

[MikeR]

Is the season here? Are you ready (http://bonesaw.ytmnd.com/)?

[chuck]

Is the season here? Are you ready (http://bonesaw.ytmnd.com/)?


Help?
Please.

[Brett Gobe]

Help?
Please.
Chuck,
Bonesaw McGraw was Randy Savage's character in Spiderman. He was the wrestler that Peter Parker beat when he found out he had the spider abilites. This bit part spread like wildfire through the student section last year and was responisble for alot of the good atmoshpere in that end of Cheel. The team responded to it as well. They have a website up right now at www.bonesaw.org.

Hope that helps. :D

[vicb]

Leaves the head coaching job at Geneso for an assistant coaches job at Ohio State.

http://www.uscho.com/news/id,12660/LammersLeavesGeneseoToBecomeBuckeyeAssistant.html

[joecct]

Leaves the head coaching job at Geneso for an assistant coaches job at Ohio State.

http://www.uscho.com/news/id,12660/LammersLeavesGeneseoToBecomeBuckeyeAssistant.htmlT hat leaves Geneseo without any coaches this season. The assistant took a job earlier with a USHL team.

Any speculations on former Knights who may have been bitten by the coaching bug?

[Ron]

That leaves Geneseo without any coaches this season. The assistant took a job earlier with a USHL team.

Any speculations on former Knights who may have been bitten by the coaching bug?

Phil Roy is out in that general direction, but I don't see him jumping ship from Hobart after one (very successful) season as an assistant. Sucks for Geneseo and their players after such a good season.

[joecct]

(Greetings from Nepean!!)

There was a post over @ USCHO that Chris Line was supposed to be the new Assistant. With the head coaching change, I wonder if that is now vapor.

[Ron]

(Greetings from Nepean!!)

There was a post over @ USCHO that Chris Line was supposed to be the new Assistant. With the head coaching change, I wonder if that is now vapor.

Liner would be a good candidate. He's been heavily involved over the past couple of years in some different businesses including a hockey school. Would definitely be a good way for him to test the waters.

[joecct]

Got another one for you:

Mark Morris.

His son plays @ Geneseo. He is exceptionally qualified.

[chuck]

There are only 39 days left until the season begins. Things are eerily quiet around here. What's going on? Students should be reporting to campus now or soon, correct? Doesn't anyone have any tidbits for us to chew on??

Btw- I know it's a ways off but we'll be at UmASS this year. Anyone else considering going?

[scottcomstock]

There are only 39 days left until the season begins. Things are eerily quiet around here. What's going on? Students should be reporting to campus now or soon, correct? Doesn't anyone have any tidbits for us to chew on??


Students are back on campus and classes start today.

I just accepted a new job in Albany (starts 9/5) and hope to be present during the Capital Region games.



Btw- I know it's a ways off but we'll be at UmASS this year. Anyone else considering going?

I'm thinking about it -- hopefully, by then, I'll have moved to Albany or close to it.

[RSTuthill]

I just accepted a new job in Albany (starts 9/5) and hope to be present during the Capital Region games.
Congrats, Scott. Back east at last?

[Bill]

[QUOTE= I just accepted a new job in Albany (starts 9/5) and hope to be present during the Capital Region games.[/QUOTE]

Hey Scott - congratulations on the new job - got to be better hockey (weather anyway) in Albany than Lauderdale. I forgot you were back home, or I'd have given you a call when I was up on the farm last week. Good luck with the new job.

Bill M.

[JR]

Got another one for you:

Mark Morris.

His son plays @ Geneseo. He is exceptionally qualified.

Isn't he busy with the Manchester Monarchs?

http://www.monarchshockey.com/fullstory.php?id=2304

[observer]

Usually helps to look at the date of a post. That was posted WELL before Morris was hired by Manchester!

[JR]

Usually helps to look at the date of a post. That was posted WELL before Morris was hired by Manchester!

It was less than a week before he was named the new coach in Manchester.;)

[observer]

It was less than a week before he was named the new coach in Manchester.;)

and that is well before anyone here had ANY sort of clue he would get a job like that.
Before it happened I would bet nobody on this board was thinking to themselves 'I have a gut feeling Mark Morris will be coaching an AHL team this year'.
So, again, the timing of the post matters. When that person mentioned Morris as a decent candidate for Geneseo that was a very valid thing to guess about!

[Goldie Knight]

Thursday, August 31, 2006 11:15 AM

Vic,

If my information is correct, then both former Clarkson assistants, Jason Lammers and Casey Jones, are currently assistant coaches at Ohio State.

One of our daughter's friends in the Tampa area is the former captain of the Ohio State hockey team. Jim has an entire room dedicated to his accomplishments there, including his senior jersey encased in a huge glass frame with wooden borders....what an unbelievable display.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

We had our first Booster Club meeting at Cheel on Tuesday. Unfortunately, the doors to the arena were locked, and I was anxious to actually get inside the arena. In fact, the door handles were literally removed from the doors....we all know that will have to change.

Does anyone remember when those coaches' and media polls are published? I am still convinced....no matter what they may indicate....that the Clarkson Golden Knights will be among the top four ECAC teams on Sunday morning, February 25, 2007.

Scott....welcome back to New York State and congratulations on your new job!

THIRTY SIX DAYS REMAIN UNTIL OCTOBER 6 AND OUR FIRST GAME AGAINST NIAGARA UNIVERSITY.

KNOW NO LIMITS, CLARKSON GOLDEN KNIGHTS!

[Brett Gobe]

Goldie,
ECACHL Media Day is September 25th.

[Drew]

Looks like Tarasuk has decided to go with the Kitchener Rangers of the OHL and pass on the NCAA route.


http://www.kitchenerrangers.com/News.asp?Article=873

[observer]

Probably a stupid question but who is he?

[joecct]

Son of former Golden Knight Rick Tarasuk (CCT '78?). Rick is, I believe, HS principal in the Toronto area and a former junior coach.

If he got a good educational package from Kitchener, then it is a good move.

[Drew]

Probably a stupid question but who is he?

Not stupid at all, looking back I was vague to say the least. As Joe said, Steve is former Knight Rick Tarasuk's son. He was on Clarkson's radar as a potential recruit for 2007 or 2008. He visited Clarkson and played in the hockey alumni golf outing. http://people.clarkson.edu/~mikelg/2005CUHocGolf/

Sorry to lose him the OHL but as Joe said, if he received a good package from Kitchener good for him and wish him the best!

[MikeR]

Bummer. Although I'm confident the staff has others on their radar.

[Brett Gobe]

USCHO has their projected roster up:

http://www.uscho.com/rosters/index.php?team=21&season=20062007&gender=m&sort=num

[chuck]

I suppose that it's not a surprise that walk on goalie, north country native, Collins is off. It's too bad though, I like those stories.

[JR]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v280/JimBob27/Weller.jpg


2006 Development Camp - Day 7 3-on-3 tournament July 5, 2006: Ottawa Senators rookie defenceman Andrej Meszaros celebrates a goal with Team White teammate Shawn Wellar.

Anyone heard of this Shawn Wellar kid?

[MikeR]

for those that don't visit the uscho forum:

http://www.sportingnewsct.com/archives/CHT3.mp3



Haven't listened to it yet, but Nick Dodge, Seth Appert, Hagwell, Mike Schaffer, & Don Vaughn interviewed.