BEDFORD, Mass. — One of the biggest events of the offseason calendar is in the rearview. The Wizards Showcase took over the Edge Sports Center this past weekend, featuring 31 teams from New England, the western U.S. and western Canada and some of the best prospects in the U19, U16 and U14 age … [Read more...]
8 standout U19 forwards from the Wizards Showcase
BEDFORD, Mass. — One of the biggest events of the offseason calendar is in the rearview. The Wizards Showcase took over the Edge Sports Center this past weekend, featuring 31 teams from New England, the western U.S. and western Canada and some of the best prospects in the U19, U16 and U14 age … [Read more...]
Full-season? Split-season? Girls prep hockey tries to find a middle ground
The prep hockey landscape is continually evolving, be it in the boys or girls space around New England or other areas of the country. One change coming on the boys side is Dexter Southfield’s move toward a full-season model with play from September through March, beginning in 2025. Dexter’s varsity … [Read more...]
Mass. native Ryan Warsofsky named head coach of San Jose Sharks
Ryan Warsofsky (North Marshfield, Mass.) is the new bench boss in San Jose. The Sharks announced Thursday that the 36-year-old will take over as the 11th head coach in franchise history, replacing David Quinn (Cranston, R.I.). “I’m overwhelmed with gratitude and excitement to be named as the head … [Read more...]
RinkWise podcast: Jay Pandolfo on finding the right fit in recruiting
Jay Pandolfo (Burlington, Mass.) is a winner. After a prolific career at Burlington High School, Pandolfo jumped right to Boston University, where he won a national championship in 1995, reached four Frozen Fours, won three conference titles and won two Beanpots. A second-round pick (32nd … [Read more...]
Neck guards entering the mainstream with USA Hockey’s Aug. 1 mandate
Neck guards, as well as cut-resistant socks, sleeves and undergarments, long have been recommended by USA Hockey. Soon, the recommendation for neck guards will become a requirement. On Aug. 1, USA Hockey’s neck laceration protection mandate, which was approved on Jan. 28, will go into effect. The … [Read more...]
