Considering the nature of the season, St. Sebastian’s had it pretty good during last year's Covid-stricken campaign. Practicing from late November through early March, the Arrows played 10 games — about one-third of their normal schedule — against fellow Independent School League foes. Although it … [Read more...]
Fresh off Mass. Hockey state title, Cullen Emery shifts focus to Dexter debut
When one door closes, another opens. The same can be said about hockey seasons in New England. After wrapping up the fall schedule over the weekend with a Massachusetts Hockey 16-U State Championship, Cullen Emery and his Boston Junior Eagles teammates are quickly shifting their focus to the … [Read more...]
Prep previews: Key players, storylines to watch for at Pomfret
The last time Pomfret played an official prep hockey game, it fell just short of its second New England championship in four seasons, dropping a 5-3 contest to the Frederick Gunn School in the 2020 NEPSAC Piatelli/Simmons final. Although the team didn’t walk away with a trophy after impressive wins … [Read more...]
Prep previews: Bobby Jay ‘pumped up’ for first official season at Middlesex
Over a year after being named head coach, Bobby Jay is entering his first official season behind the bench at Middlesex. The former pro defenseman came aboard at the start of the 2020-21 season, stepping in for longtime Zebras head coach, Joe Mallen, who spent 18 seasons at the Concord, Mass., prep … [Read more...]
Prep previews: Key players, storylines to watch for at Belmont Hill
The last time Belmont Hill made a NEPSAC tournament appearance was March 2017. After not having the chance to do so in 2021, the Belmont, Mass., prep school, under the direction of a new head coach, is reloaded and eager to compete for a playoff spot in 2022. Former assistant Brian Phinney (Ripton, … [Read more...]
Prep newcomer Daniel Markevych brings skill, winning mindset to Lawrence Academy
Daniel Markevych is a Toronto area native of Ukrainian descent. After playing his previous hockey north of the border in Ontario, the 2005-born forward is now located in New England for the 2021-22 campaign. Most recently playing in the Mississauga Rebels organization, Markevych will be a junior … [Read more...]