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UNH 2018-19: Souza The Opportunity
Last edited by Dan; 10-11-2018, 01:27 PM.Live Free or Die!!
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As to 1932's point about Jackson Pierson - we will see. I hope you prove correct. Until then, I'm going to stand by the assumption that no matter how dynamic a skater or skilled a forward he's still going to face a significant adjustment jumping from Prep School to College (a year ahead of schedule). I like his future in Durham, just not sure he's the right fit for a top-line role immediately...Live Free or Die!!
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The focus this year is definitely on Coach Souza, no doubt about it.
We will finally begin to see if BS35+6's master plan will be validated or vilified.
Personally, I'd like to see Souza put a more physical edge on "his" program. Maybe take a page from Bazin's book, at least to get things moving, and put a signature stamp on "his" teams. The program has been in a virtual coma for several years now, and Souza has got to do something to get the fanbase's attention. So mix it up, then. Especially in a year when UNH Football looks like they're gonna see a long postseason run come to an end, and folks are going to be looking for an exciting team to get behind.
Or, we'll wait for Coach Herrion to finally take UNH Hoops (*gulp*) to the top of the pecking order ...Sworn Enemy of the Perpetually Offended
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Originally posted by Chuck Murray View PostThe focus this year is definitely on Coach Souza, no doubt about it.
We will finally begin to see if BS35+6's master plan will be validated or vilified.
Personally, I'd like to see Souza put a more physical edge on "his" program. Maybe take a page from Bazin's book, at least to get things moving, and put a signature stamp on "his" teams. The program has been in a virtual coma for several years now, and Souza has to do something to get the fanbase's attention. Especially in a year when UNH Football looks like they're going to see their long postseason run come to an end, and folks are going to be looking for an exciting team to get behind.
Or, we'll wait for Coach Herrion to finally take UNH Hoops (*gulp*) to the top of the pecking order ...
“We’ve really tried to focus on transitioning the puck, which I think lends itself, to use a hockey cliche, play fast,” Souza said at the team’s media day Wednesday at the Whittemore Center. “I think we’re putting a huge emphasis on that and I think the kids are doing a good job with it.”Last edited by Dan; 10-11-2018, 01:07 PM.Live Free or Die!!
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COLGATE OUTLOOK
Colgate was a .500 team in 2017-18, managing just 87 goals scored but surrendering only 88. The biggest key to their goal prevention was Colton Point, who left Hamilton after his sophomore year to pursue an opportunity with the Dallas Stars. Point was outstanding, posting a .944 save-percentage and a 1.74 goals against average. He missed the series at UNH with a concussion and, as a result, UNH lit up Colgate to the tune of a 10-goal weekend (more than 11% of the goals 'Gate gave up all year)…
Colgate likely turns to a pair of freshmen to replace Point in Mitch Benson (Brooks Bandits, AJHL) and Andrew Farrier (Kingston Voyageurs, OJHL). Benson started the team’s exhibition game against Guelph (a 5-2 win), allowing one goal on 11 shots. Farrier played the second half of the game and made seven saves with one goal-against.
RAIDERS TO WATCH
In addition to the first-year netminders, Colgate’s defense is lead by Exeter, NH native Trevor Cosgrove who scored 5-12—17, including a pair of PP goals. Their leading returning scorer - by a mile – Bobby McMann returns after posting a 30-point season as a sophomore (14-16—30).
PREDICTION
This needs to be a 3-point weekend, at least. Colgate’s scoring woes are unlikely to be solved overnight, giving the new UNH netminders a good opportunity to get their feet wet. The freshmen goaltenders on the other end, could be vulnerable to a UNH attack that has a mix of exciting youth and semi-productive experience. I’d guess we’ll see a couple of games on the lower scoring side – but goaltenders on both sides have a lot to prove entering this series, so we’ll see…
UNH 4-2
TIE 3-3Last edited by Dan; 10-11-2018, 01:15 PM.Live Free or Die!!
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Originally posted by Dan View PostBased on quotes coming out of practice - the emphasis seems to be on team speed and transition. So perhaps a throwback to Umile's earlier years when the team really tried to run and gun and defended with transition and puck-possession? I'm not sure if thats the plan - or if they have the horses to play that way just yet - but we'll find out soon enough...
Now that beer is sold at The Whitt, maybe we should encourage our future ECHL'ers to get a head start on their careers and have them goon it up a little, and maybe BS35+6 can replace the plexiglass with some chicken wire fencing like at old Snively.
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Great choice for a thread title...it IS an opportunity for Coach Souza to put his mark on the program. I'm not sure I buy entirely it's his "fourth year" (get it about the recruiting piece of that tho). He finally has the chance to do things his way...and those things will be evident as we go along. I just want to see some hustle that's sustained all throughout the game, intensity, hard hitting hockey. Most of all I'm hoping / expecting/ looking forward to seeing the younger players get ice time if they're worthy of it for the future of the program. Let's Goooo 'Cats!! Wish I was making the trip to Hamilton!Here we go 'Cats!!
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Here are profiles of 4 UNH freshmen who, barring injury or illness, will be in the lineup this weekend against Colgate:
"UNH Freshman Angus Crookshank: A Fearless Scoring Force"
"UNH Freshman Jackson Pierson: Thinks Quick, Moves Quick"
"UNH Freshman Will MacKinnon: A Strong, Physical Defenseman"
"UNH Freshman Ryan Verrier: A Mobile, Athletic Defenseman"
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Coach Souza has held the starting goalie situation close to the vest but my sense is Ty Taylor will likely be in goal tonight against Colgate. Here's his profile:
"UNH Freshman Ty Taylor: BCHL Goalie of the Year"
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Here are the profiles of two more UNH freshmen who I think have a better than even chance of being in the lineup for at least one of the games this weekend against Colgate:
"UNH Freshman Eric Esposito: A Hard-Nose, Tenacious Player"
"UNH Freshman Filip EngarĂ¥s: A Clever Two-Way Center"
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Originally posted by C-H-C View PostCoach Souza has held the starting goalie situation close to the vest but my sense is Ty Taylor will likely be in goal tonight against Colgate. Here's his profile:
"UNH Freshman Ty Taylor: BCHL Goalie of the Year"I will not be out cheered in my own building.
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No Engaras, Nazarian, Fregona, Cefalu in the lineup
Robinson in net
0-0 after 1, outshot 14-7Last edited by NCAA watcher; 10-12-2018, 06:43 PM.The Souza record:
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Originally posted by NCAA watcher View PostNo Engaras, Nazarian, Fregona, Cefalu in the lineup
Robinson in net
0-0 after 1, outshot 14-7
Nazarian must be injury or discipline.
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Pierson scores for UNH on the PP - so he is getting prime run after all. A nice surprise. He only needs three more to match my initial expectation!! Assist to the captain, Vela and *BVR...
* changed to GildonLast edited by Dan; 10-12-2018, 09:01 PM.Live Free or Die!!
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