UMass 09-10

[umassfan49]

Re: UMass 09-10

Awesome win tonight. 8-2 is pretty good. Let's hope it continues.

They were lucky to win. Maricic played very well for Yale, certainly better than Meyers. They had many chances not turn into goals, such as two breakaways by Syner that were saved and hit the post. Taking dumb penalties late hurt them, especially in the period where Yale got the PP goal, and then took the lead. UMass luckily battled back and got the win, but I think they lucked out tonight, especially against a good team.

[CarlS]

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UMass fans - was at the Indiana Ice game last night. When I went to see the Ice the first time I didn't notice Parker much during the game. Last night he should have been the first star for Indiana. Three assists on the four Ice goals. He played a very good game, really like his play on the shorthanded goal when he drew the defender to him and then laid it right out there to his teamate for the goal.

I'll keep watching him and letting you know.

[Back check]

Re: UMass 09-10

Any update on possible goalie recruit Carr?

[mwade]

Re: UMass 09-10

Added mini-game gallery to the recap - http://www.uscho.com/recaps/20092010/m/12/04/bc-uma.php

Great job on keeping up the noise level at the game (other than the chant at York) - my first time at Mullins for a UMass game (and at all since you hosted a Regional), definitely plan on making it out there again.

[irishfan85]

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Going to be at the Merrimack game Saturday night. Where to eat/grab a drink before the game? Thanks in advance.

[alan]

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Going to be at the Merrimack game Saturday night. Where to eat/grab a drink before the game? Thanks in advance.

Well, since I moved out of the valley a few years back every UMass home game is essentially a road trip for me now. So where do I like to go before and after the games at the Mullins? If I’m in the mood for a good brewpub, I head to Amherst Brewing Company where they make excellent beer and have some very good pub food as well. I usually go for the irish stew in a bread bowl and a Two Sisters Imperial Stout. Rafters has been the standard for a place to meet before games but sadly their food quality and more importantly their beer selection has dropped considerably in recent years so the visits there are less frequent. But Rafters’ loss is the Hangar’s gain as they can boast a decent beer selection to go with the best wings ever, anywhere. I’ve built my tolerance up to where I can regularly get the 2nd hottest wings without a problem but I’ve still have further to go to work up to Afterburner. Located just south of the football stadium the Hangar has officially become my pregame hangout. Post game I like to head north of campus to the Harp, a little neighborhood place in North Amherst that a lot of folks still think of as Mike’s Westview. The owner, Harpo, is a big UMass hockey supporter and does a good job of offering some quality brews considering it’s a little hole in the wall place. The re-addition of a late night pizza menu makes the Harp as one of the places you’re guaranteed you can grab a bite to eat after the game. I also can never get enough of the great Celtic music they generally have playing there. But if you’re still hungry as you roll out of town no trip to Amherst is complete without a stop at Antonio’s right downtown, home to the best pizza in the world. I recommend the chicken and bacon, or the mac and cheese, or anything with potato on it. Ok, well everything’s good there, so you decide for yourself.

From Rocks22's blog.

[irishfan85]

Re: UMass 09-10

Thanks.

[jjmc85]

Re: UMass 09-10

Added mini-game gallery to the recap - http://www.uscho.com/recaps/20092010/m/12/04/bc-uma.php

Great job on keeping up the noise level at the game (other than the chant at York) - my first time at Mullins for a UMass game (and at all since you hosted a Regional), definitely plan on making it out there again.

Thanks for posting the album. Your photo is the first time I've ever seen Meyers' new mask up close. Looks like he has some movie stuff on it. Goes nicely with his blog.

[justinD]

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From Rocks22's blog.

Gotta put the link down buddy!

http://fearthetriangle.wordpress.com/road-trip/

[Rox22]

Re: UMass 09-10

From Rocks22's blog.

Ugh, I need a better copy editor.

[UMLFan]

Re: UMass 09-10

Any update on possible goalie recruit Carr?

He chose UMass Lowell.

[Back check]

Re: UMass 09-10

With UMass losing Carr to Lowell, any idea on plan B ?

[umassfan49]

Re: UMass 09-10

With UMass losing Carr to Lowell, any idea on plan B ?

UMass really never had their hearts set on Carr, as Kevin Boyle, who has committed to coming most likely after Dainton graduates will be the starter of the future.

[Back check]

Re: UMass 09-10

Boyle signed as a 16 year-old with decent numbers in a weak league. He may turn out to be really good, but it might be a bit early to anoint him as a four-year starter in Hockey East.

UMass will need a goalie to back-up Dainton next year and push for the starter's job after that.

[umassfan49]

Re: UMass 09-10

Boyle signed as a 16 year-old with decent numbers in a weak league. He may turn out to be really good, but it might be a bit early to anoint him as a four-year starter in Hockey East.

UMass will need a goalie to back-up Dainton next year and push for the starter's job after that.

Wolcott will most likely backup Dainton next year as he has dressed in a handful of games, but has not seen action to this point. Boyle will most likely come in during Wolcott's junior year and start.