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Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
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Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
I said of the losses
I said of the losses
ericredaxe
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Just how good is this kid?
Just how good is this kid?
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Not sure if this is directed at me, but I don't have any more insight than anyone else here. All I've seen of him is the one game he played at Agganis that many others here also saw. From what I understand, he's offensive-minded, a good puck-handler and a good passer. I also know that he was considered one of the top defensemen for the U-18 team this year and that he was recruited by other top programs like BC as well as a bunch of OHL teams. I think he has to be considered a top-tier recruit, or at least very close to it.
Not sure if this is directed at me, but I don't have any more insight than anyone else here. All I've seen of him is the one game he played at Agganis that many others here also saw. From what I understand, he's offensive-minded, a good puck-handler and a good passer. I also know that he was considered one of the top defensemen for the U-18 team this year and that he was recruited by other top programs like BC as well as a bunch of OHL teams. I think he has to be considered a top-tier recruit, or at least very close to it.
ericredaxe
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Thanks,... I like most I guess know only what I saw of him at the exibition game last year. Any insight on the BC "commit / uncommit" thing?
Thanks,... I like most I guess know only what I saw of him at the exibition game last year. Any insight on the BC "commit / uncommit" thing?
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Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
I got nothing. Rogie?
I got nothing. Rogie?
Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
Courtesy of USHR back when Clendening committed to BU:
-- Clendening, a 5’11”, 187 lb. right shot, is an excellent puck moving defenseman who sees the ice very well. He originally committed to Boston College last season, but was still interested enough in the OHL route that the BC staff backed off, figuring they would be better off putting their efforts into defensemen they felt certain would show up at the Heights.
Somewhere along the line, though, Clendening decided to get back into the NCAA picture, and Boston University has been recruiting him for some time.
However, the BU staff believes there is a slim chance that Clendening, from Niagara Falls, NY, might still go major junior. They are only certain of one thing: If Clendening follows through and plays college hockey, it will be for the Terriers. As with so many – too many -- college recruits these days, they may have to keep on recruiting him until September 2010.
Courtesy of USHR back when Clendening committed to BU:
-- Clendening, a 5’11”, 187 lb. right shot, is an excellent puck moving defenseman who sees the ice very well. He originally committed to Boston College last season, but was still interested enough in the OHL route that the BC staff backed off, figuring they would be better off putting their efforts into defensemen they felt certain would show up at the Heights.
Somewhere along the line, though, Clendening decided to get back into the NCAA picture, and Boston University has been recruiting him for some time.
However, the BU staff believes there is a slim chance that Clendening, from Niagara Falls, NY, might still go major junior. They are only certain of one thing: If Clendening follows through and plays college hockey, it will be for the Terriers. As with so many – too many -- college recruits these days, they may have to keep on recruiting him until September 2010.
Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
What does this mean?
What does this mean?
Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
Jack, obviously, still has that competitive fire in him and as long as his health holds up he will continue to chase Jerry York for the most wins title. I do believe he is having trouble keeping up with the pulse of todays players.
Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
I thought this interview with Matt Price was most telling when comparing Parker with York. We all know Parker is extremely negative and anyone that doubts the negative impact to the team is a fool. BU has had a lot of talent that has been wasted or has not produced as they should because of this antiquated coaching technique. The championship BU team could have been self-coached by the players and produced the same results due to the overwhelming amount of talent. This year Parker needed to actually coach the team and he blew it. But of course, he will take no blame and will do it again next year with his negativity. 7 AM runs on Sunday mornings in the off season is not the answer. Building confidence is.
Most seasons, BC starts off average because York gives all the players time to develop, make mistakes and build confidence. Parker's negativity produces the complete opposite effect. One of the more interesting things that Price said was that York developed all four lines and that is why they were so dominant. Parker overplays two lines and has several players sitting on the bench for long stretches, basically rendering them useless. In the end, the overplayed players run out of gas, play poorly and also become useless. And worse yet, if these players do not play well, the team is doomed as we saw so many games last season. BC came after Miami and Wisconsin like a relentless swarm of bees. When you overplay certain players you will never keep up with an attack like like that. It was dominant throughout the lineup. Parker's lack of coaching skill compared to York is so obvious.
I thought this interview with Matt Price was most telling when comparing Parker with York. We all know Parker is extremely negative and anyone that doubts the negative impact to the team is a fool. BU has had a lot of talent that has been wasted or has not produced as they should because of this antiquated coaching technique. The championship BU team could have been self-coached by the players and produced the same results due to the overwhelming amount of talent. This year Parker needed to actually coach the team and he blew it. But of course, he will take no blame and will do it again next year with his negativity. 7 AM runs on Sunday mornings in the off season is not the answer. Building confidence is.
Most seasons, BC starts off average because York gives all the players time to develop, make mistakes and build confidence. Parker's negativity produces the complete opposite effect. One of the more interesting things that Price said was that York developed all four lines and that is why they were so dominant. Parker overplays two lines and has several players sitting on the bench for long stretches, basically rendering them useless. In the end, the overplayed players run out of gas, play poorly and also become useless. And worse yet, if these players do not play well, the team is doomed as we saw so many games last season. BC came after Miami and Wisconsin like a relentless swarm of bees. When you overplay certain players you will never keep up with an attack like like that. It was dominant throughout the lineup. Parker's lack of coaching skill compared to York is so obvious.
Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
It's how it feels. 2<3 that I've seen. (Remember the good old days of chanting: "1949?") BC is in the FF or Championship game it seems like every year in the 2000's. Their 4 feels more relevant than BU's 5. That is all.
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And budlite. I think you are basing this whole "Only plays two lines" rant on last season. BU usually rolls four strong lines when they have the talent and the team is winning. This year was a mess. And I've seen Jerry shorten the bench many, many times. That argument is silly and not the central issue.
It's how it feels. 2<3 that I've seen. (Remember the good old days of chanting: "1949?") BC is in the FF or Championship game it seems like every year in the 2000's. Their 4 feels more relevant than BU's 5. That is all.
BU Hockey: Interpretive Math
And budlite. I think you are basing this whole "Only plays two lines" rant on last season. BU usually rolls four strong lines when they have the talent and the team is winning. This year was a mess. And I've seen Jerry shorten the bench many, many times. That argument is silly and not the central issue.
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Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
Gaudet feature (not mine)
Gaudet feature (not mine)
sterlippo1
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i got that and it's funny but, 5 is still greater than 4.........just wanted to say i enjoyed reading the BU threads all year, they are among the best. you all are fun , knowledgeable and informative. see ya next year
i got that and it's funny but, 5 is still greater than 4.........just wanted to say i enjoyed reading the BU threads all year, they are among the best. you all are fun , knowledgeable and informative. see ya next year
ericredaxe
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Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
No way.
Hmm... last year he gave himself an "F" and took full blame and responsibility in the letter he sent out to friends of hockey mid-season.
Nothing wrong with a Sunday morning run for fitness... many people do that all the time. And how is fitness inversley proportinal to confidence? On the contrary, in my sport anyway, a strong offseason of conditioning would build confidence.
That works great if you have 4 lines to play.... but come on... did you really want Courtnall, Santana et al taking ice time away from Bonino etc? I think more accurate is that the coaching staff evaluates what they see in practice, and then make a decision on ice time based upon what they see....I believe in past years we have seen the 3rd and 4th lines getting more ice time.
Except last year when we had the loaded talent and BC didn't.
(Not taking a shot at York there... he is clearly and obviously a fantastic coach.)
No way.
Hmm... last year he gave himself an "F" and took full blame and responsibility in the letter he sent out to friends of hockey mid-season.
Nothing wrong with a Sunday morning run for fitness... many people do that all the time. And how is fitness inversley proportinal to confidence? On the contrary, in my sport anyway, a strong offseason of conditioning would build confidence.
That works great if you have 4 lines to play.... but come on... did you really want Courtnall, Santana et al taking ice time away from Bonino etc? I think more accurate is that the coaching staff evaluates what they see in practice, and then make a decision on ice time based upon what they see....I believe in past years we have seen the 3rd and 4th lines getting more ice time.
Except last year when we had the loaded talent and BC didn't.
(Not taking a shot at York there... he is clearly and obviously a fantastic coach.)
Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
Last year was an anomaly. A lot of talent, but just one of those years...
Last year was an anomaly. A lot of talent, but just one of those years...
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Re: Boston University 2010 Offseason I - The Year after the Year after effect
A little off topic (and maybe a little early), but does anyone think there's a slim possibility of Rollheiser leaving this off-season? I know nothing about his situation with the Leafs, only that he attended their camp in 09. Considering he played less than 10 games this past year, gotta wonder what the Leafs are thinking. I think everyone would agree he's not ready to move up a level, but he certainly needs more games if he wants to improve. Is Parker planning to platoon the 2 again? Sure, Rollheiser deserves a fair chance, but he's had 2 years (including injury time) to make his case...and unless he substantially improves over the summer, I can't help but think platooning the 2 will yield the same result - namely, Millan being named the starter again.
A little off topic (and maybe a little early), but does anyone think there's a slim possibility of Rollheiser leaving this off-season? I know nothing about his situation with the Leafs, only that he attended their camp in 09. Considering he played less than 10 games this past year, gotta wonder what the Leafs are thinking. I think everyone would agree he's not ready to move up a level, but he certainly needs more games if he wants to improve. Is Parker planning to platoon the 2 again? Sure, Rollheiser deserves a fair chance, but he's had 2 years (including injury time) to make his case...and unless he substantially improves over the summer, I can't help but think platooning the 2 will yield the same result - namely, Millan being named the starter again.
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