Still waters run deep. Sure, Damien Carfagna has a calm demeanor on the ice. The 18-year-old defenseman, whether he has the puck on his stick or chaos surrounds him, doesn’t get rattled. Because of that, he’s very effective. But beneath that tranquility is a blossoming player who has a passion to … [Read more...]
Empire State native Jeremy Wilmer hones his 200-foot game with U.S. NTDP
For a moment, Jeremy Wilmer thought about saying his transition to playing in USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program was the toughest challenge he’s had to overcome so far in his hockey journey. But the 17-year-old center from Rockville Centre, N.Y., prefers to be specific. He instead states … [Read more...]
Matthew Crasa’s Cowichan adventure
Matthew Crasa had never heard of anyone having an unpleasant experience in the British Columbia Hockey League. On the contrary, the center from Stony Brook, Long Island, kept hearing about the beautiful Pacific Coast scenery and the excellent treatment the players received from the league’s … [Read more...]
NTDP product Danny Weight showcases compete level, set-up skills on West Coast
The feeling was mutual. Danny Weight, an 18-year-old center from Lattingtown, N.Y., wanted to play for the Penticton Vees in the British Columbia Hockey League for the 2019-20 season because he trusted Vees coach, general manager and president Fred Harbinson. Harbinson, looking to rebound after his … [Read more...]
Rollercoaster journey of former Titan fan favorite Perrone continues in Alaska
USHL: Rising star Barbolini spurring on rejuvenated Lincoln
Three months ago, a weight was lifted off Matthew Barbolini’s shoulders. The 19-year-old forward from Williamsville, N.Y., finally committed to a college, choosing to matriculate to Miami (Ohio) University, starting with the 2020-21 season. “It was a long time coming, but I wanted to wait and make … [Read more...]
Laferriere owes older sister big-time for work ethic
When Alex Laferriere talks about how far he’s come in his burgeoning hockey career, the 18-year-old forward from Chatham, N.J., always makes sure to thank one particular person — his older sister, Sophie. Without her forcing him to get back on the ice when he was a kid after he wanted to quit his … [Read more...]
Hangin’ out with … Johnstown Tomahawks’ Matthew Doyle
Why did you start playing hockey? “My dad, Jeff, played hockey growing up. My cousin Jacob Burford (Grand Island, N.Y.) also played hockey, with the Buffalo Junior Sabres and Buffalo Regals. He’s four years older than me, so I followed his lead. I started with my town’s youth team, worked my way up … [Read more...]
Rookie sensation Noah Kane making a name for himself in NAHL
Noah Kane has a famous cousin in the hockey world. You might have heard of him. His name is Patrick Kane, a right wing who’s won three Stanley Cups with the Chicago Blackhawks. But this story isn’t about Patrick, the superstar Buffalo native. It’s about Noah, a 20-year-old forward with the North … [Read more...]
NHL prospect Riley playing with chip on his shoulder
Grant Riley has had a chip on his shoulder for a while. The 17-year-old goaltender from Rochester, N.Y., was cut from national teams that competed at the Five Nations Tournament and Hlinka Gretzky Cup. He also tried out for and was cut from the USA Hockey National Team Development Program, finishing … [Read more...]
2020 World Juniors: Tri-state area players to watch for
It’s the most wonderful time of year. And we apologize, Santa; this has nothing to do with you. The 2020 IIHF World Junior Championship, one of ice hockey’s grandest tournaments, is set to start this week on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean, where it will commence on Dec. 26 in Ostrava and … [Read more...]
New York City native Robilotti making strides with USHL’s Fargo Force
Jack Robilotti wasn’t thrilled. A diehard New York Rangers fan, the Manhattan native as a 12-year-old was surrounded by the colors and logos of his favorite team’s fiercest rivals as he played for the New Jersey Devils youth club in a game at the New York Islanders home arena, Nassau … [Read more...]
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