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Jr. Sun Devils’ 16U group will ‘overcome, learn and grow’
September 22nd, 2016Every year, optimism is sky-high on the eve of a new hockey season. For the Desert Youth Hockey Association (DYHA), the Jr. Sun Devils are no different. Sean Whyte, who will coach the program’s 16U team this season, said he sees that team as “a tight-knit brotherhood, and they play for the logo on the…
Competitive, yet affordable, AZYHL hits on all cylinders
September 21st, 2016According to its policies and procedures, one of the Arizona Youth Hockey League’s (AZYHL) top purposes are “to operate a highly competitive hockey league in the geographic area of Arizona and to encourage a continuing drive for the highest standards of excellence and sportsmanship in hockey play among member teams.” Sanctioned by USA Hockey, the…
AHU getting set to host annual Ice Breaker Invitational
September 20th, 2016Each year at the start of the new season, one constant in the Arizona youth hockey realm in recent memory has been the annual Ice Breaker Invitational, hosted by the Arizona Hockey Union. In the past, the event has been held in mid-September, but starting with the 2016-17 season, the tournament is slated for early…
Coyotes Ice, NHL’s Coyotes form multi-year partnership
September 19th, 2016The Arizona Coyotes continue to contribute and be a major cog in the fruitful growth of hockey in Arizona and recently announced that the team has entered into a new partnership agreement with Coyotes Ice, LLC, the owner and operator of Ice Den Scottsdale and Ice Den Chandler. As part of the multi-year agreement, Ice…
Tucson’s AHL roster building from Coyotes NHL training camp
September 16th, 2016The Tucson Roadrunners, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the NHL Arizona Coyotes, will face off its first season in the AHL’s Pacific Division with a road game against the San Diego Gulls on Oct. 14. Putting together a competitive team during the club’s inaugural season in the Pacific Division will be the job…
Mission AZ inducts eight into program’s Hall of Fame
September 16th, 2016Each August for the past seven years, Mission Arizona has taken time to honor its past while simultaneously looking toward the future. The program opened its Mission Hall of Fame back in 2010 and in its first six years, inducted 47 male and female players and coaches. On Aug. 13, that number grew to 55,…
Outdoor youth tournament set for Bakersfield this winter
September 15th, 2016It’s no secret that outdoor hockey has taken off in popularity over the last few years. The NHL’s Winter Classic and Stadium Series have been overwhelming successes, bringing the game back to its pond hockey roots and delivering added visibility for the sport. This winter, youth hockey players from across the Western United States and…
Taking Liberties With… Dylan Strome
September 13th, 2016DYLAN STROME Position: Forward, Erie Otters (OHL) Acquired: Coyotes’ first-round pick (third overall) in 2015 NHL Draft Hometown: Mississauga, Ont. Age: 19 Arizona Rubber: What’s your favorite hockey memory growing up? Dylan Strome: Not sure how old I was, maybe five or six. That’s when the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Ottawa Senators two years…
Kastelic chosen to play in USA Hockey Prospects Game
August 31st, 2016USA Hockey announced today the 42 players who will compete in the fifth annual CCM/USAHockey All-American Prospects Game set for Sept. 22 at Wells Fargo Center, home of the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers. “This event provides some of the best U.S. players eligible for next year’s NHL Draft the opportunity to showcase their talent on a…
IceJacks’ ACHA Division II squad eager for 2016-17 season
August 23rd, 2016With the last summer school session complete, the start of the season is just around the corner for Northern Arizona University. The fall semester at NAU starts on Aug. 29 and the IceJacks’ prospect camp runs from Aug. 30 to Sept. 3. NAU’s tryout camp starts four days later. NAU Division II head coach Travis…