steander #mtuhky "Meet the Coaches" event went really well. Lots of people and quite a few questions for coaches and freshmen players.
steander Only coach I talked to individually was goalie coach Steve Shields. Goalie depth chart up to Mel. Tromp situation still in the air. #mtuhky
steander Pearson talked about his respect for MacInnes, hopes to earn same respect from his players. Emphasized positive coaching approach. #mtuhky
steander Pearson very optimistic about future unnamed recruits already; adamant that realignment will not negatively impact recruiting. #mtuhky
steander Obvious all coaches love the area, despite remoteness. Muckalt: "I called Mel from Duluth and asked how much farther?!" #mtuhky
steander Lots of jokes throughout. Muckalt about scoring on Shields in #NHL, Shields on having no luck fishing, Mel on Shields unshaved face. #mtuhky
steander Several freshmen took opportunity to publicly express desire to play a certain position, to the laughter of the coaching staff. #mtuhky
steander Pearson speculated that he thinks Notre Dame will end up in #NCHC, though just a personal opinion. #mtuhky
steander Pearson emphasized desire for strong non-conf. sched. after realignment. Renewing rivalry with UofM, MSU; maintaining w/ Wisc./UMD. #mtuhky
steander Coaching staff will actively pursue students to attend games, including meet-and-greets in res. halls. Expect increased attendance. #mtuhky
steander Any ?s about "Meet the Coaches" event? A really nice way to start the season. We're all dying to get to Saturday's exhibition. #mtuhky
