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SLU 2009-2010 Season
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Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
Thanks. Feeling is mutual. You don't have to root hard for teams playing the Giants, Rangers, or Knicks.
Right...other than that you are likeable!
Good job by the Saints last night. Let's hope for more of that tonight! Nice to see lots of guys on the score sheet.
Thanks. Feeling is mutual. You don't have to root hard for teams playing the Giants, Rangers, or Knicks.
CamNeelyphile
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Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
Hearty congrats to Drew Weaver, scoring his first collegiate goal in front of friends and family at the Dwyer on Saturday night. The "dream" lives on!!!
Hearty congrats to Drew Weaver, scoring his first collegiate goal in front of friends and family at the Dwyer on Saturday night. The "dream" lives on!!!
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Great recruiting news:
Chris Heisenberg shows that Gunnar Hughes (Assuredly George's brother) has committed for 2011. He is a highly regarded forward/LW from Salisbury Prep. If he's half - 3/4 as good as George, we got ourselves a really good player.
Heisenberg also reports that Greg Carey, a LC from Burlington of the CCHL has committed for this fall. A quick check of the Burlington website found that he is the second leading scorer by far in his league with 38 GP, 60 Goals, 36 Assists, 96 points, 32 PIM, and an astounding +/- of +53. Those numbers are impressive and hopefully are indicative that a real sniper (at the next level) is on his way.
Heinsenberg lastly/now lists Nick Vangog for 2010 or 2011 (was previously listed for 2010).
Sounds like a great day for our recruiting. Kudos to Bob, Mike, and Joe for a job well done.
Great recruiting news:
Chris Heisenberg shows that Gunnar Hughes (Assuredly George's brother) has committed for 2011. He is a highly regarded forward/LW from Salisbury Prep. If he's half - 3/4 as good as George, we got ourselves a really good player.
Heisenberg also reports that Greg Carey, a LC from Burlington of the CCHL has committed for this fall. A quick check of the Burlington website found that he is the second leading scorer by far in his league with 38 GP, 60 Goals, 36 Assists, 96 points, 32 PIM, and an astounding +/- of +53. Those numbers are impressive and hopefully are indicative that a real sniper (at the next level) is on his way.
Heinsenberg lastly/now lists Nick Vangog for 2010 or 2011 (was previously listed for 2010).
Sounds like a great day for our recruiting. Kudos to Bob, Mike, and Joe for a job well done.
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I was up most of the night working on a Report for work. Unable to get to sleep, my thoughts turned, of course, to SLU hockey. I wanted to share with you a letter (below) sent to Joe and staff in January 2001, as said letter sums up my feelings about them and SLU hockey.
A bit of background info. is needed first. When Appleton turned 50 years old on 1/20/01, an Alumni Game was planned as part of the festivities. I called Joe in late-November of 2000 and asked if I could participate as a Manager. Joe, in turn, called me at work in mid-December and said that he couldn't get enough guys to return for an Alumni game but asked if I'd like to help out on the bench for the Dartmouth game. It was the easiest "decision" I've ever made! My Dad had just passed away the previous May and both of my brothers were Dartmouth grads. (Joe was aware of both situations), so being asked to "Coach" at that time and against Dartmouth was extra special.
As an aside and since that game ended in a 2-2 OT tie, Joe for the longest time would remark to others at postgame gatherings that I was the only undefeated "Coach" in the history of D-1. My response was that I was also the only winless "Coach" in the history of D-1.
The letter follows. Everyone should get a kick out of my remarks concerning the visit (note: to this day, my only visit) with Tayt to Cheel.
"January 22, 2001
Skating Saints Staff and Players:
I wanted to thank you for giving me the thrill of a lifetime over the weekend. I have never been prouder and happier in my life and want to make a few remarks on this page to each of you:
Brenda - thanks for coordinating everything as well as you do. Everything that’s requested gets taken care of professionally and promptly. You always make me feel at home, as I know you do for countless other alumni, students and fans. We are lucky to have you on staff.
Chris - thanks for taking care of my son and his friends - they were in total awe and will guard those sticks and pucks with their lives. Also, thanks for spending so much time with Tayt Brooks and me. I can see why Tayt speaks so highly of you.
Jay - thanks for showing Tayt and me the arena. I had spoken years ago to Joe of my misconceived perception that we needed a new rink and Joe disagreed vehemently. I can now see why. The place is first rate and steeped with tradition - I hope we keep it for a good long time. With your personality, as well as the rest of the staff’s, and the facilities we now have or are now building, I can see why we’re able to land some big time recruits.
Joe - you never cease to amaze me. Here you are trying to coach and win a crucial league game but were just as concerned about my health. I quote you: “wheel, wheel, deep, deep, drive to the net, Brian - how’s your back, green line you’re next, great shift”. You must have asked about my back at least 20 times while giving simultaneous instructions and encouragement to the team. Do you miss anything? Charlie Holt and my Dad would have been proud of you. My Mom in Florida certainly was when I told her about that one but wasn’t surprised because she knows (as my Dad did) from my many discussions with them about how you do things. Also, there’s no doubt in my mind about who masterminded getting my name in the Watertown Daily Times. Unbelievable!
Skating Saints Players - you guys have class. Not one of you showed an ounce of disrespect for having a complete stranger standing behind you for 65 minutes. I spoke with a few of you over the weekend and you expressed how happy you were to have me there. You certainly know all about the tradition and man do you have respect for it. I’m just sorry that my constant words of encouragement didn’t result in a win for you, but the result was certainly a well-deserved, hard earned and important point in the standings. Boy, do you guys work hard and respect the game - keep that attitude throughout life and you will all be very successful no matter what career you choose. Best of luck the rest of the way. I’ll be rooting hard and will get to as many games as my budget and time allow.
Some other thoughts on the weekend:
Tayt took me over to see Cheel for the first time. It did nothing for me - reminded me of a mini Pepsi Arena. I’ll take Appleton anyday. We had Cheel to ourselves and I jokingly suggested to Tayt that we paint that **** bell scarlet and brown or, better yet, steal it. Logic prevailed, as we knew we’d be sentenced to life imprisonment in the Potsdam lockup or executed for such actions. I couldn’t wait to get out of Potsdam. In 1970, I chose SLU over a Clarkson scholarship offer - the best decision I ever made.
Marge Strait approached me during the lst and 2nd periods and said that everyone wanted to know who the mystery man was. I explained briefly of my being a former team manager and Joe’s invitation to be on the bench. She responded, “that’s fantastic”. After she left, I said to myself, oh $hit, Joe’s in trouble now (insurance risk, flying pucks, whatever). I kept my eye on that puck and sticks the entire game. I hope she didn’t raise too big a stink.
While I was leaving the rink as one very happy man, Tom Coakley came flying out of nowhere to speak with me. I hadn’t seen Tom in years, maybe as long as 10 years, but he knew me by name. That, in a nutshell, is what St. Lawrence and the hockey program are all about. Doing things right and not forgetting their people!
As a small token of my appreciation, enclosed for each of you is a photograph of a Northern Hawk Owl taken years ago near Glens Falls. I have done bird photography for about 18 years part-time and this is my favorite shot amongst about 2,500 keepers (about 90 or so percent of bird shots/ slides get tossed, so my Nikon cameras got a workout). Much like catching a muskie on the St. Lawrence (only 4 caught and released in 23 years but still my passion) or trying to win an ECAC or NCAA Championship - getting that shot was a good “ten miles”. My work does get published from time to time and I got lucky enough to have that photo, as the cover shot, and a related article (describing the “chase”) and other photos published. The magazine (WildBird) is enclosed. If birds do not interest you, please pass the photo on to somebody who has that interest.
Thanks again for making the weekend an unbelievable and unforgettable experience. St. Lawrence is a unique and special place because of people like you. Simply the best!
Sincerely,
Brian M. Henry"
The above, it a nutshell, sums up my feelings about SLU Hockey. We fans are very, very lucky people.
P.S. The muskie count today remains at 4.
I was up most of the night working on a Report for work. Unable to get to sleep, my thoughts turned, of course, to SLU hockey. I wanted to share with you a letter (below) sent to Joe and staff in January 2001, as said letter sums up my feelings about them and SLU hockey.
A bit of background info. is needed first. When Appleton turned 50 years old on 1/20/01, an Alumni Game was planned as part of the festivities. I called Joe in late-November of 2000 and asked if I could participate as a Manager. Joe, in turn, called me at work in mid-December and said that he couldn't get enough guys to return for an Alumni game but asked if I'd like to help out on the bench for the Dartmouth game. It was the easiest "decision" I've ever made! My Dad had just passed away the previous May and both of my brothers were Dartmouth grads. (Joe was aware of both situations), so being asked to "Coach" at that time and against Dartmouth was extra special.
As an aside and since that game ended in a 2-2 OT tie, Joe for the longest time would remark to others at postgame gatherings that I was the only undefeated "Coach" in the history of D-1. My response was that I was also the only winless "Coach" in the history of D-1.
The letter follows. Everyone should get a kick out of my remarks concerning the visit (note: to this day, my only visit) with Tayt to Cheel.
"January 22, 2001
Skating Saints Staff and Players:
I wanted to thank you for giving me the thrill of a lifetime over the weekend. I have never been prouder and happier in my life and want to make a few remarks on this page to each of you:
Brenda - thanks for coordinating everything as well as you do. Everything that’s requested gets taken care of professionally and promptly. You always make me feel at home, as I know you do for countless other alumni, students and fans. We are lucky to have you on staff.
Chris - thanks for taking care of my son and his friends - they were in total awe and will guard those sticks and pucks with their lives. Also, thanks for spending so much time with Tayt Brooks and me. I can see why Tayt speaks so highly of you.
Jay - thanks for showing Tayt and me the arena. I had spoken years ago to Joe of my misconceived perception that we needed a new rink and Joe disagreed vehemently. I can now see why. The place is first rate and steeped with tradition - I hope we keep it for a good long time. With your personality, as well as the rest of the staff’s, and the facilities we now have or are now building, I can see why we’re able to land some big time recruits.
Joe - you never cease to amaze me. Here you are trying to coach and win a crucial league game but were just as concerned about my health. I quote you: “wheel, wheel, deep, deep, drive to the net, Brian - how’s your back, green line you’re next, great shift”. You must have asked about my back at least 20 times while giving simultaneous instructions and encouragement to the team. Do you miss anything? Charlie Holt and my Dad would have been proud of you. My Mom in Florida certainly was when I told her about that one but wasn’t surprised because she knows (as my Dad did) from my many discussions with them about how you do things. Also, there’s no doubt in my mind about who masterminded getting my name in the Watertown Daily Times. Unbelievable!
Skating Saints Players - you guys have class. Not one of you showed an ounce of disrespect for having a complete stranger standing behind you for 65 minutes. I spoke with a few of you over the weekend and you expressed how happy you were to have me there. You certainly know all about the tradition and man do you have respect for it. I’m just sorry that my constant words of encouragement didn’t result in a win for you, but the result was certainly a well-deserved, hard earned and important point in the standings. Boy, do you guys work hard and respect the game - keep that attitude throughout life and you will all be very successful no matter what career you choose. Best of luck the rest of the way. I’ll be rooting hard and will get to as many games as my budget and time allow.
Some other thoughts on the weekend:
Tayt took me over to see Cheel for the first time. It did nothing for me - reminded me of a mini Pepsi Arena. I’ll take Appleton anyday. We had Cheel to ourselves and I jokingly suggested to Tayt that we paint that **** bell scarlet and brown or, better yet, steal it. Logic prevailed, as we knew we’d be sentenced to life imprisonment in the Potsdam lockup or executed for such actions. I couldn’t wait to get out of Potsdam. In 1970, I chose SLU over a Clarkson scholarship offer - the best decision I ever made.
Marge Strait approached me during the lst and 2nd periods and said that everyone wanted to know who the mystery man was. I explained briefly of my being a former team manager and Joe’s invitation to be on the bench. She responded, “that’s fantastic”. After she left, I said to myself, oh $hit, Joe’s in trouble now (insurance risk, flying pucks, whatever). I kept my eye on that puck and sticks the entire game. I hope she didn’t raise too big a stink.
While I was leaving the rink as one very happy man, Tom Coakley came flying out of nowhere to speak with me. I hadn’t seen Tom in years, maybe as long as 10 years, but he knew me by name. That, in a nutshell, is what St. Lawrence and the hockey program are all about. Doing things right and not forgetting their people!
As a small token of my appreciation, enclosed for each of you is a photograph of a Northern Hawk Owl taken years ago near Glens Falls. I have done bird photography for about 18 years part-time and this is my favorite shot amongst about 2,500 keepers (about 90 or so percent of bird shots/ slides get tossed, so my Nikon cameras got a workout). Much like catching a muskie on the St. Lawrence (only 4 caught and released in 23 years but still my passion) or trying to win an ECAC or NCAA Championship - getting that shot was a good “ten miles”. My work does get published from time to time and I got lucky enough to have that photo, as the cover shot, and a related article (describing the “chase”) and other photos published. The magazine (WildBird) is enclosed. If birds do not interest you, please pass the photo on to somebody who has that interest.
Thanks again for making the weekend an unbelievable and unforgettable experience. St. Lawrence is a unique and special place because of people like you. Simply the best!
Sincerely,
Brian M. Henry"
The above, it a nutshell, sums up my feelings about SLU Hockey. We fans are very, very lucky people.
P.S. The muskie count today remains at 4.
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Ralph Baer
Let's Go 'Tute!
Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
The leading scorer is his linemate Josh Jooris, who has been feeding him all year. Jooris is a Union recruit and son of the coach Mark Jooris (RPI '86). Mark was Adam Oates' right wing for the better part of three seasons.
Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
I saw that. I think Jooris has 102 points.
Adam Oates - he, and that team, were incredible while he was at RPI.
I saw that. I think Jooris has 102 points.
Adam Oates - he, and that team, were incredible while he was at RPI.
critsports
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Brian........ironically I was at that game as it was during the time my daughter was at SLU.......my wife (may her soul rest in peace) was also with me at that game. I still have the commerative poster about the 50th year anniversary with all the various SLU All Americans on it........years ago I had it mounted on foam core and have it hanging on my wall.
If we learned one thing from your very nice post and long letter it's that you are a really horrible muskie fisherman!!!!!!!
Brian........ironically I was at that game as it was during the time my daughter was at SLU.......my wife (may her soul rest in peace) was also with me at that game. I still have the commerative poster about the 50th year anniversary with all the various SLU All Americans on it........years ago I had it mounted on foam core and have it hanging on my wall.
If we learned one thing from your very nice post and long letter it's that you are a really horrible muskie fisherman!!!!!!!
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That's not the only thing I'm horrible at.
Brian........ironically I was at that game as it was during the time my daughter was at SLU.......my wife (may her soul rest in peace) was also with me at that game. I still have the commerative poster about the 50th year anniversary with all the various SLU All Americans on it........years ago I had it mounted on foam core and have it hanging on my wall.
If we learned one thing from your very nice post and long letter it's that you are a really horrible muskie fisherman!!!!!!!
That's not the only thing I'm horrible at.
MarkEagleUSA
C'mon Q!
Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
If I had known I was in the presence of greatness back in March at the Hoot, I would have asked for your autograph!
hockeyplayer1015
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Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
Hey guys,
For some reason I can't find/don't have pics of Appleton on my laptop, despite knowing I've taken some. If any of you have some good ones of the rink, throw them up on the Arena Pictures thread for us.
http://board.uscho.com/showthread.php?p=4562684&posted=1#post4562684
Looking forward to hopefully getting together with some of you during the spring weekends @ Yale/Brown/RPI/U.
Hey guys,
For some reason I can't find/don't have pics of Appleton on my laptop, despite knowing I've taken some. If any of you have some good ones of the rink, throw them up on the Arena Pictures thread for us.
http://board.uscho.com/showthread.php?p=4562684&posted=1#post4562684
Looking forward to hopefully getting together with some of you during the spring weekends @ Yale/Brown/RPI/U.
Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
I am really excited to read about Greg Carey coming here next year. I am well aware that not all incoming player's goal scoring abilities translate well to the Div. 1 level, but lets hope his does since true goal scorers appear hard to find! I'm not aware of how the level of play in the CCHL ranks vs some of the other leagues, but the fact remains that his goals total is WAY ahead of anyone else in that league, which at least seems promising. Since he's losing his partner, Jooris, next year, perhaps he's coming here after seeing a certain SLU freshman make some of his amazing assists!!
I am really excited to read about Greg Carey coming here next year. I am well aware that not all incoming player's goal scoring abilities translate well to the Div. 1 level, but lets hope his does since true goal scorers appear hard to find! I'm not aware of how the level of play in the CCHL ranks vs some of the other leagues, but the fact remains that his goals total is WAY ahead of anyone else in that league, which at least seems promising. Since he's losing his partner, Jooris, next year, perhaps he's coming here after seeing a certain SLU freshman make some of his amazing assists!!
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Greatness - my aching *****. The only time I've ever been great was when my kid was at RIT, he called home asking for money, and he caught me at a time I could help him. Such is life.
If I had known I was in the presence of greatness back in March at the Hoot, I would have asked for your autograph!
Greatness - my aching *****. The only time I've ever been great was when my kid was at RIT, he called home asking for money, and he caught me at a time I could help him. Such is life.
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It says something that they picked him up because I had heard they were done recruiting for next year unless they can find a goal-scorer or a goalie which we still need. The fact is this kid has 60 goals. CCHL is a good league. We have had a lot of players from this league over the years...McKenzie, Marty Ball, Joe Day, Kevin Wright, John Wires, Pete Buckeridge, Gary Robertson (I think)....it is Toronto area Junior Hockey. 60 goals is impressive. You can't teach this. I think it looks like a great pickup for the Saints. This is really looking like a class with very good potential. I am guessing Joe, Bob and Mike are pretty happy. You never know 'til they get here, but there is definitely reason for hope!
I am really excited to read about Greg Carey coming here next year. I am well aware that not all incoming player's goal scoring abilities translate well to the Div. 1 level, but lets hope his does since true goal scorers appear hard to find! I'm not aware of how the level of play in the CCHL ranks vs some of the other leagues, but the fact remains that his goals total is WAY ahead of anyone else in that league, which at least seems promising. Since he's losing his partner, Jooris, next year, perhaps he's coming here after seeing a certain SLU freshman make some of his amazing assists!!
It says something that they picked him up because I had heard they were done recruiting for next year unless they can find a goal-scorer or a goalie which we still need. The fact is this kid has 60 goals. CCHL is a good league. We have had a lot of players from this league over the years...McKenzie, Marty Ball, Joe Day, Kevin Wright, John Wires, Pete Buckeridge, Gary Robertson (I think)....it is Toronto area Junior Hockey. 60 goals is impressive. You can't teach this. I think it looks like a great pickup for the Saints. This is really looking like a class with very good potential. I am guessing Joe, Bob and Mike are pretty happy. You never know 'til they get here, but there is definitely reason for hope!
Ralph Baer
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Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
Carey has broken Lance Nethery's (Cornell) franchise record for goals scored http://burlingtoncougars.pointstreaksites.com/view/burlingtoncougars/news-43/news_9330. I wonder how Mark Jooris (RPI) will feel if his son breaks his records also. (Probably good since he is the coach.)
Edit: Answered my own question http://www.burlingtonpost.com/sports/article/291496.
Carey has broken Lance Nethery's (Cornell) franchise record for goals scored http://burlingtoncougars.pointstreaksites.com/view/burlingtoncougars/news-43/news_9330. I wonder how Mark Jooris (RPI) will feel if his son breaks his records also. (Probably good since he is the coach.)
Edit: Answered my own question http://www.burlingtonpost.com/sports/article/291496.
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Clarkson does OK for itself in the recruiting department. It seems like every time I watch an NHL game I see at least one ex-Knight on the ice.
Clarkson does OK for itself in the recruiting department. It seems like every time I watch an NHL game I see at least one ex-Knight on the ice.
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Only problem is it would be better if they were on their skates instead!
Only problem is it would be better if they were on their skates instead!
Re: SLU 2009-2010 Season
Brian
I want to let you know that because you have coached with Joe Marsh, you now have an official Jack Parker number of 4.
Brian Henry
coached with Joe Marsh @ SLU (80-81)
who was coached by Charlie Holt @ UNH
who coached John Corriveau @ UNH
who transfered to BU & was coached by Jack Parker
You, sir, are in August company. Clarkson great Dave Taylor also has a Parker number of 4 and you outshine the Great Hobey Baker himself who has a Parker number of 7.
Brian
I want to let you know that because you have coached with Joe Marsh, you now have an official Jack Parker number of 4.
Brian Henry
coached with Joe Marsh @ SLU (80-81)
who was coached by Charlie Holt @ UNH
who coached John Corriveau @ UNH
who transfered to BU & was coached by Jack Parker
You, sir, are in August company. Clarkson great Dave Taylor also has a Parker number of 4 and you outshine the Great Hobey Baker himself who has a Parker number of 7.
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Small world. When I worked for a local bank from '90-'93 until they canned by fat *****, Lance Nethery's father-in-law was the President & CEO of that bank and my boss. His name is left out intentionally here because the guy really hated me, and that's putting it nicely. Well, of course he did, he was a Cornell fan. Seriously, the guy hated my guts.
As for JoeCCT's comments linking me to Parker, I can think of another #4 I'd much rather be linked to. He's still the best hockey player ever IMO.
Small world. When I worked for a local bank from '90-'93 until they canned by fat *****, Lance Nethery's father-in-law was the President & CEO of that bank and my boss. His name is left out intentionally here because the guy really hated me, and that's putting it nicely. Well, of course he did, he was a Cornell fan. Seriously, the guy hated my guts.
As for JoeCCT's comments linking me to Parker, I can think of another #4 I'd much rather be linked to. He's still the best hockey player ever IMO.
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