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Scottsdale native, former Boston College women’s great Newkirk named assistant coach at NCAA D-I Brown
July 13th, 2021Brown University has announced the addition of Makenna Newkirk as an assistant coach for the women’s NCAA Division I hockey team. Newkirk was most recently a coach and assistant director at the North American Hockey Academy, where she transitioned the program from Vermont to Massachusetts. She managed all of the Under-16 team’s dynamics and worked…
Jr. Coyotes, DYHA alum Albrecht signs to play ’21-22 season for NA3HL’s Rhinos
July 12th, 2021Gilbert native Landon Albrecht has signed an NA3HL tender to play for the El Paso Rhinos for the 2021-22 season. Albrecht, a 2004-born defenseman, compiled seven goals and 29 points in 59 games last season for the DYHA Jr. Sun Devils’ 16U team. From 2017-19, Albrecht skated for the Jr. Coyotes’ 13U and 14U teams….
Varady back behind bench in Tucson, signs three-year deal to serve as head coach for AHL’s Roadrunners
July 7th, 2021The Arizona Coyotes announced today that the team has signed Jay Varady to a three-year contract to serve as head coach of the Tucson Roadrunners, the Coyotes’ AHL affiliate. As per club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed. “Jay is an excellent coach who led the Roadrunners to a Pacific Division title,” said…
Coyotes feel Tourigny is ‘right person to lead our team’ as new head coach
July 1st, 2021The Arizona Coyotes announced today that the team has signed André Tourigny to a three-year contract to serve as the club’s head coach. Tourigny becomes the 19th head coach in franchise history. As per club policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed. “We are very pleased to name André as the new head coach…
Always bet on OneHockey: Las Vegas tournament series registration now open
June 30th, 2021OneHockey is super excited to be bringing their five-star events to Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world. These tournaments will take place at the practice facility of the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights, City National Arena, and at the new home of the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights, Lifeguard Arena. 36 TEAMS PER WEEKEND –…
Glendale native, longtime Jr. Coyotes star Griebel decides on NCAA D-I Merrimack
June 25th, 2021Trevor Griebel found himself in rare company this season, having played a full season of junior hockey with the USHL’s Fargo Force. Along the way, the 2001-born Glendale native started talking to the staff at Merrimack College about becoming an NCAA Division I athlete in 2022. Last week, the talks resulted in the Jr. Coyotes…
Taking Liberties With… Albuquerque native, Team New Mexico product Cory King
June 24th, 2021CORY KING Position: Forward Hometown: Albuquerque Age: 25 2020-21 Team: Chatham University (NCAA D-III) 2021-22 Team: HC Giants (Finland) New Mexico Youth Teams: Team New Mexico ARIZONA RUBBER: What’s your favorite hockey memory growing up? CORY KING: Probably my favorite hockey memory growing up had to be the endless hockey trips with teammates and family….
Scottsdale native, Jr. Coyotes grad, ASU commit Doan tabbed All-USHL Second Team
June 16th, 2021The United States Hockey League announced Monday its All-USHL First, Second and Third teams for the 2020-21 season. Included on the Second Team is Scottsdale native, Jr. Coyotes alum and Arizona State University commit Josh Doan from the Chicago Steel. Doan, the 87th-ranked North American skater by NHL Central Scouting, finished the 2020-21 season third…
Ice Wolves’ top scorer Hanson selected to All-NAHL First Team for ’20-21 season
June 10th, 2021New Mexico Ice Wolves forward Cole Hanson has been named to the North American Hockey League’s All-NAHL First Team. The selection was based on performance during the 2020-21 regular season, as voted upon by the league’s 23 head coaches of the teams that played in a challenging season complicated by the pandemic. “This is a…
Jr. Coyotes standout Boser, alum Deckhut chosen in NAHL Supplemental Draft
June 3rd, 2021The North American Hockey League held its supplemental draft Tuesday, and two players with Arizona ties were chosen. With their third pick (67th overall), the Minot Minotauros selected Brasen Boser, a defenseman who played for the Jr. Coyotes’ 16U AAA team in 2020-21. Boser is also a Minot, N.D., native. In addition, California native and…