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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 16, 2024 8:12:17 GMT -5
Home ice advantage really comes down to pregame facilities and the crowd supporting the team. They had some good crowds when they first opened the building. Over 4000 for opening night vs Colgate. Averaging 3,100 with a capacity of 3,600. HC only averaging 946, but we have seen a couple incredible crowds, which really buoyed the team. RIT has a huge home ice advantage with their band and student section a la Hockey East. www.uscho.com/stats/attendance/division-i-men/Vewwy interesting subject. SHU has a $70 million palace and deserves great praise. HC has a $700,000(?) utilitarian arena. But if HC students and band gets behind the Crusaders with a near capacity or capacity crowd wouldn't the home ice advantage be the same at both rinks? A capacity or near capacity crowd and band should have an equivalent effect at both venues. Well, sheer numbers, 4000 loud fans are going to be louder than 1600 fans. Buuuut you have a great point. The roof is low enough at the Hart that the sound reverberates. The BC exhibition game last year and the Air Force game last week were quite loud. At the BC game, you could hear everyone loudly chanting "f*** BC." When I was a student, the band almost never went to a men's hockey game. Now it appears to be a part of their regular schedule. Home ice for us could be key as fans do show up for the big games.
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 15, 2024 14:29:08 GMT -5
Home ice advantage really comes down to pregame facilities and the crowd supporting the team. They had some good crowds when they first opened the building. Over 4000 for opening night vs Colgate. Averaging 3,100 with a capacity of 3,600. HC only averaging 946, but we have seen a couple incredible crowds, which really buoyed the team. RIT has a huge home ice advantage with their band and student section a la Hockey East. www.uscho.com/stats/attendance/division-i-men/
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 14, 2024 20:05:01 GMT -5
Massey does hockey? How did I not know this? Thanks for sharing RGS.
Playing SHU twice will be key in securing home ice and possibly rankings.
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 13, 2024 12:09:19 GMT -5
Nova wants to play in a glorified high school stadium every other year? Georgetown will never put the money into football I am afraid. HC is enough competition for them. Heck Bucknell is enough competition.
I would like to see us schedule Fordham as our last game every year but on the other hand, have Fordham early when we can get a good crowd from literal fair weather fans and have a nice cake walk in the form of Georgetown before playoffs.
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 8, 2024 9:42:55 GMT -5
Ahead of the Montanas and SDSU? I'll take it. Curious to see what a couple 2* and 3* prospects do. About 5 or 6 years ago we didn't sniff the top 10 of FCS recruiting rankings but the Anderson, Kuz, Reich group turned out pretty well!
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 8, 2024 9:13:40 GMT -5
Harvard Football Head Coach Search Down to 4 Finalists The search for Harvard's next football coach has narrowed to four candidates, including two current assistant head coaches. The search for Harvard's next football coach has narrowed to four candidates, including two current assistant head coaches. By Nicholas T. Jacobsson By Jo B. Lemann and Tyler J.H. Ory, Crimson Staff Writers Yesterday Harvard Athletics has narrowed its search for a new head football coach down to four candidates, according to four people familiar with the process. Harvard football assistant head coaches Scott A. Larkee ’99 and Joel K. Lamb ’93 are the two internal finalists. The two other finalists, both external candidates, are Sean Ryan, an offensive analyst for the University of South Carolina, and Andrew Aurich, a tight ends coach at Rutgers University. College spokesperson Jonathan Palumbo declined to comment on the hiring process, writing that the college “does not comment on personnel matters.” The update on the search comes three weeks after Harvard football’s former coach, Tim Murphy, announced his retirement following 30 years with the team. Harvard Athletics announced a “national search” for Murphy’s successor upon his retirement. Larkee, who is currently the Crimson’s defensive coordinator, has served in the role for 15 seasons and was the 2012 Gridiron Club of Boston’s Assistant Coach of the Year. He also played as a linebacker for Harvard, graduating with the third most career tackles, according to athletic department records. Larkee neither confirmed nor denied his position as a finalist for the head coach position when reached for comment. Lamb — who was previously the team’s offensive coordinator — currently serves as the quarterbacks coach and is in his 18th season with the team. A former Crimson quarterback, he won the Henry N. Lamar Award his senior year for dedication and contributions to the team. In 2022, Lamb coached then-quarterback Charlie Dean to an Ivy-league best 18 touchdowns and 2,101 passing yards. In a conversation with players following Murphy’s retirement, Harvard Athletic Director Erin McDermott told players she was leaning toward an outside hire to fill the position, according to a Harvard football player in attendance. Players have previously spoken out in support of Harvard Athletics hiring one of the current coaches on the team, with many players throwing their support behind Larkee. ADVERTISEMENT In conversations with The Crimson on Tuesday, players continued to express their support for Larkee. “Our team has always supported Larkee, just because of the man he is, how much time he’s dedicated to this program, and just his track record throughout his time at Harvard football,” one Harvard football player told The Crimson. McDermott also addressed the search process in a press conference the day after Murphy’s announcement. She noted that she was looking for candidates who would be able to deal with the large team and recruiting responsibilities. “And of course, we want someone who knows the game, is able to teach, has proven themselves effective on the field with players,” McDermott said. In an email to Harvard fans on Monday, Murphy wrote about his gratitude for his time at Harvard football. “It has been an incredible honor to be your football coach,” Murphy wrote. “I am forever grateful to have been blessed to work with so many amazing people, starting with the 1,000 student-athletes and 80-plus assistant coaches during my tenure here.” —Staff writer Jo B. Lemann can be reached at jo.lemann@thecrimson.com. Follow her on X @jo_Lemann. —Staff writer Tyler J.H. Ory can be reached at tyler.ory@thecrimson.com. Follow him on X at @tyler_ory. I am surprised the list of finalists was made public!
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 6, 2024 20:17:47 GMT -5
Son of Browns' QB Tim Couch I believe. Had a pwo from Kentucky.
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 5, 2024 10:32:05 GMT -5
Graham got some big time offers? Couldn't find any on Twitter, but some on here probably have more info than I do.
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 4, 2024 21:24:59 GMT -5
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 3, 2024 21:05:28 GMT -5
Women swept by Vermont but salvage a point in OT tonight (Saturday). Had a 1-0 lead before giving up 2 straight. Tied it late to force OT.
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 1, 2024 20:40:25 GMT -5
CJ looks great out there! Getting some good blocks and really battling well against those P4 guys
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 1, 2024 14:47:26 GMT -5
USCHO article spotlighting HC: www.uscho.com/2024/02/01/this-week-in-atlantic-hockey-holy-cross-utilizing-veteran-players-stellar-netminding-as-backbone-to-recent-winning-streak-renewed-optimism/This Week in Atlantic Hockey: Holy Cross utilizing veteran players, stellar netminding as backbone to recent winning streak, renewed optimism By Chris Lerch-February 1, 2024 Holy Cross players celebrate a goal earlier this season (photo: Eliza Phillips Photography). Last season, its second under coach Bill Riga, Holy Cross built towards a strong finish that ultimately led to an appearance in the Atlantic Hockey championship game where the Crusaders fell to Canisius, one win away from the NCAA tournament. This season, the Crusaders wouldn’t be sneaking up on anyone, opening 4-0-1 before hitting a bit of a skid, and then recovering. Holy Cross is currently in third place and is riding a three-game winning streak heading into a key home series with Air Force. The Crusaders are doing it with strong goaltending and veteran leadership. Eight Atlantic Hockey goalies are on the Richter Award watch list, tied with the NCHC for the most from any conference. Two of them are Crusaders: senior Jason Grande and junior Thomas Gale. The duo is first and third in the league in goals-against average (Grande at 2.15 and Gale at 2.27), and second and third in save percentage (Grande at .924 and Gale at .921). Grande was injured on December 30 against Quinnipiac but looks to possibly return this weekend. “He’s good to go,” said Riga. “He dressed for a game last weekend. He was injured earlier this season, a different injury and Gale stepped up then and again recently. “Going down the stretch, it’s great to have two.” The Crusaders’ top seven scorers are juniors and seniors, led by senior Jack Ricketts (16 goals, 12 assists) and junior Liam McLinskey (10 goals, 20 assists). Ricketts was second-team all-conference last season and is having an even better year in 2023-24. “(Ricketts) was an unknown, coming in during COVID,” said Riga. “We’ve been trying to help him find an identity as a skater and a scorer and things really started to take hold last year. He’s been a great captain for us.” Liam McLinskey, a transfer from Quinnipiac where Riga was an assistant for 13 years, came into his own in the postseason last year, racking up nine goals in seven games. “At Quinnipiac, there weren’t a lot of (playing) spots,” said Riga. “Liam just needed a chance to play. He’s really blossomed. He’s played a different role for us this year, more of a playmaker, but he can score as well. Instead of 20 goals and 10 assists (last year), he’s got 10 goals and 20 assists.” Riga also pointed to junior defenseman Matt Shatsky as a difference maker, with a goal and 18 assists. “He’s a playmaker,” said Riga. (Last weekend) against Mercyhurst he made a beautiful 150-foot pass to McLinskey for a breakaway goal.” While the veterans have led the way, rookies have made contributions as well, especially forwards Jack Stockfish (13 points) and Ty Gagno (10 points). “They were injured and we didn’t have them for a few weeks and it was noticeable,” said Riga. “We’re a better team with them in the lineup.” The Crusaders have just five games left in the regular season, hosting Air Force this weekend and then seeing action just three times over the final three weekends.
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Post by cruskater31 on Feb 1, 2024 9:36:03 GMT -5
I am sure Hafley is happy to rid himself of the NIL and fundraising. He can focus on coaching football. I love the quotes about how disciplined his teams are--makes me chuckle.
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Jan 31, 2024 21:16:47 GMT -5
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 31, 2024 21:16:47 GMT -5
Facing the 2nd signing period next week, this late departure could set BC back a couple of years How about coach Curran making a few calls to BC commits that we had recruited ? And don’t forget BC players now get to enter the portal for 30 days. Might there be a BC DB or OL we go after? I think we should evaluate our needs and I sure as heck hope we do. I am not sure if Curran is big on the portal but this is a maroon and golden opportunity for us
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 31, 2024 20:49:49 GMT -5
OC at OSU better than a head coaching job salary wise?
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 31, 2024 19:48:30 GMT -5
Would think Golden from ND or Coen from Kentucky would be considered. Bill O'Brien is looking for work too I hear!
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 29, 2024 21:15:53 GMT -5
Could be worse. Could be in the NEWHA
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 29, 2024 21:13:00 GMT -5
4-0 vs BU this weekend counting the women's hockey sweep. Good stuff.
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 29, 2024 21:03:11 GMT -5
Should be HC ball but with reviews and evidence...
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 29, 2024 20:25:52 GMT -5
We are in uncharted territory. The annual Turpike Trophy standings: 2015-16 BU 20-4 2016-17 BU 21-1 2017-18 BU 21-4 2018-19 BU 21-3 2019-20 BU 14-2 2020-21 Covid 2021-22 BU 17-14 2022-23 BU 12-8 2023-24 BU 5-4 After the opening game of the twinbill HC is within a game and could tie it up tonight. Pine's Folly could actually bear fruit under Kit. part of the issue must be football. BU is undefeated going on nearly 20 years!
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 29, 2024 19:08:52 GMT -5
When is the combine?
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Kalif 2023
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 28, 2024 21:53:52 GMT -5
Dropped passes, a woefully underthrown (like 20 yards) flea-flicker by Goff, and Campbell going for it instead of taking 3 points, twice! All adds up to an epic 49ers win.
Too bad we can't see Kalif in the Super Bowl. Going to be a heck of a game with the Chiefs and Niners.
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 28, 2024 21:28:23 GMT -5
3rd quarter adjustments by SF and typical Goff throws are killing the Lions
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 28, 2024 10:27:52 GMT -5
A sweep of BU coming off their L in the Beanpot final. Hopefully can build on this momentum, something we haven't really accomplished since joining D1
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Post by cruskater31 on Jan 27, 2024 20:51:36 GMT -5
2-2 after 2 vs BU from the Hart.
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