Avon Old Farms: What to expect in boys prep hockey for 2022-23 season
For over 45 years, John Gardner has led the Avon Old Farms boys’ hockey program and, in that time, Avon has become a national power…
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How one move by Stephen Peck helped set Avon Old Farms on course for Elite 8 title
Stephen Peck had something to say. The Avon Old Farms goalie had just taken a costly tripping penalty in overtime against Hotchkiss when he misjudged…Read More
NHL New England: Cam Atkinson making impact on, off ice in Philadelphia
Former Boston College forward Cam Atkinson changed cities in the offseason for the first time in his National Hockey League career. Suffice it to say,…
Prep previews: Key players, storylines to watch for at Avon Old Farms
John Gardner boasts 799 wins and eight New England championships entering his 47th season behind the Avon Old Farms bench. On Wednesday, the Wesleyan alum,…
How Joe Connor’s hard-nosed play can boost Avon Old Farms
Avon Old Farms head coach John Gardner describes sophomore Joe Connor (Amherst, N.H.) as a bit of a wild card. Not in terms of consistency, but…
Coaches, players amped as normal season anticipated for 2021-22
NEPSAC sports such as baseball and lacrosse were fortunate enough to get most of their seasons played in the spring of the 2020-21 school year.…
Prep coaches explore options after Founders League scrubs winter season
The Founders League, one of New England’s premier prep leagues comprised of 11 teams, mostly in Connecticut, has canceled all interscholastic competition for the 2020-21…
