Of all the obstacles the Version 2024-25 Miami nine-person defense corps will face, inexperience is not among them. One freshman and one sophomore will patrol the RedHawks' blue line this season. The remaining seven D-men are all juniors, seniors and graduate seniors. Rihards Simanovics (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFG). And the two greenest MU blueliners -- … Continue reading 2024-25 Miami preview: Defensemen
2024-25 Miami preview: Forwards
Miami was limited to 78 goals in 36 games last season. That 2.17 scoring clip was the fifth-worst in Division I, but the RedHawks have added several high-caliber forward scoring threats through the transfer portal and multiple freshmen who can find the net. Miami's forward corps of 18 will have a veteran presence, as 10 … Continue reading 2024-25 Miami preview: Forwards
2024-25 Miami preview: Overview
Miami is coming off its worst season in 33 years, but the RedHawks have been one of the most active teams in Division I this spring and summer. MU added 13 players to its roster -- accounting for nearly half of the team -- following the hiring of head coach Anthony Noreen, associate head coach … Continue reading 2024-25 Miami preview: Overview
2024-25 Roster glance: The freshmen
Among Miami’s 13-newcomer class are six freshmen, and the majority have a chance to make an immediate impact on the team. One goalie, one defenseman and four forwards begin their collegiate careers on a RedHawks team that retained just 17 players from 2023-24. Two members of the incoming freshman class enjoyed extremely successful USHL seasons … Continue reading 2024-25 Roster glance: The freshmen
2024-25 roster glance: The transfers
Soon after last season ended, Miami was down to 17 players due to transfers and graduations, and portal entry was a serious consideration for several of the key remaining skaters. But four months after Anthony Noreen took over the RedHawks’ head coaching job, the team released its 30-player roster for 2024-25 – 18 forwards, nine … Continue reading 2024-25 roster glance: The transfers
Nies scouting Miami back to success
In 2021, David Nies completed his third season as an assistant for USHL Omaha when Lancers ownership began making extreme budget cuts and other bizarre moves. David Nies (photo by Miami athletics). The well-documented juniors soap opera culminated in the coaching staff resigning and players refusing to dress in November of that year. Fortunately for … Continue reading Nies scouting Miami back to success
Thibodeau: Miami a ‘sleeping giant’
When Troy Thibodeau was offered an assistant coaching job under Anthony Noreen at Tri-City in 2018, he answered 'yes' without even asking about the salary. Troy Thibodeau (photo by Miami athletics). But six years later when Noreen was hired by Miami and the opportunity arose to rejoin his staff this spring, Thibodeau needed a little … Continue reading Thibodeau: Miami a ‘sleeping giant’
2024-25 Miami coaching staff set
Miami has solidified its coaching staff, retaining one of its assistants from the previous regime and adding two faces that are new to Miami but very familiar to coach Anthony Noreen. Miami coach Anthony Noreen (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFG). Troy Thibodeau and David Nies -- both of whom were assistants under Noreen at USHL Tri-City … Continue reading 2024-25 Miami coaching staff set
Noreen won’t accept USHL owner role
A day after Miami head coach Anthony Noreen told ESPN Tri-Cities he would transition into a partial-ownership role with his former USHL team, he said it's now unlikely he will be able to accept that title with Tri-City. Anthony Noreen (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFG). "That's something that they graciously offered, (but) I don't think, now … Continue reading Noreen won’t accept USHL owner role
Noreen to become USHL owner
While Anthony Noreen's USHL Tri-City team was eliminated from the playoffs this week, that doesn't mean the recently-hired Miami head coach is leaving the Nebraska-based program entirely. Anthony Noreen (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFTG). "I'm going to stay onboard, I'm going to move into an ownership role," Noreen told ESPN Tri-Cities on Thursday. "That's obviously got … Continue reading Noreen to become USHL owner
Miami loses 2, adds 1 from portal
Miami added its third skater since it hired Anthony Noreen on April 1, and its second from the transfer portal. Senior-to-be Matt Choupani committed to Miami after racking up 41 points in three seasons at Northeastern. Injuries cost the Montreal-born forward eight games last season, and he went 3-9-12. In his sophomore season, Choupani scored … Continue reading Miami loses 2, adds 1 from portal
Miami a ‘dream job’ for Noreen
OXFORD, Ohio -- The best Division I hockey coaching job available this off-season was the one at Miami, and MU brass feel it secured the top candidate in a crowded field. Anthony Noreen was officially welcomed to Miami in a press conference at the Goggin Ice Center on Tuesday, at which athletic director David Sayler … Continue reading Miami a ‘dream job’ for Noreen
Miami to intro Noreen Tuesday
Eight days after Anthony Noreen was hired by Miami, he will make his first Oxford public appearance at Goggin Ice Center on Tuesday for an introductory press conference. The event will take place at 1 p.m. in the rink's club lounge. Doors will open at 12:30 p.m. Noreen, who was hired April 1, is the … Continue reading Miami to intro Noreen Tuesday
Miami adds 2 to roster
Within 48 hours of Anthony Noreen being announced as Miami's head coach, the RedHawks added a commit from Noreen's USHL team and a grad transfer. Both should compete for significant ice time this fall. Quinnipiac senior forward Christophe Fillion committed to Miami after spending four seasons with the Bobcats and winning a national championship in … Continue reading Miami adds 2 to roster
USHL’s Noreen named Miami coach
Anthony Noreen will be the seventh head coach in Miami hockey history. MU has hired the 41-year-old coach and president of hockey operations of USHL Tri-City, Mike McMahon of College Hockey Insider reported. The three-time USHL coach of the year has been a head coach for the past 13 seasons, taking over that role with … Continue reading USHL’s Noreen named Miami coach
Coaching hire crucial for Miami
Miami cut ties with Chris Bergeron two weeks ago, and with the need to nail down assistant coaches, recruit future players and re-recruit incoming players as well as attempt to retain potentially returning players -- especially in the Wild West transfer portal era -- the proverbial clock is ticking for the university to name the … Continue reading Coaching hire crucial for Miami
Barbolini, others sign pro deals
Matthew Barbolini is joining the Maple Leafs organization. Matthew Barbolini (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFG). Barbolini signed a two-year AHL contract starting in 2024-25 to play for the Toronto Marlies, and he will skate with the team on a pro tryout deal for the balance of this season. In 125 games over the past four seasons, … Continue reading Barbolini, others sign pro deals
Season wrap: What’s next for MU hockey?
On April 8, 2019, Chris Bergeron gave an impassioned speech to media, season holders, staff and players, captivating all in attendance with his enthusiasm, energy and confidence. Chris Bergeron (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFG). His hiring as Miami's sixth head coach was celebrated by most that day, and that verve was validated by his powerful message … Continue reading Season wrap: What’s next for MU hockey?
2023-24 Miami portal tracker
Tracking Miami players that have entered the NCAA's transfer portal as well as those heading to Oxford from other schools and their 2023-24 stats. Check back for the latest updates. LEAVING MIAMI: SkatersPos.GPGAPts.+ / --PIMAxel KumlinD342911-1210Dylan MoultonD34628-1035Hampus RydqvistD36178-2220Thomas DaskasF36347-921Robby DraznerD33213-1212 GoaliesGPW-L-TGAASv %SHOCarter McPhail20-0-04.71.8850 HEADING TO MIAMI: SkatersPrev. teamPos.GPGAPts.+ / --PIMChristophe FillionQuinnipiacF39127191129Matt ChoupaniNortheasternF283912-18 GoaliesPrev. teamGPW-L-TGAASv %SHOBrett … Continue reading 2023-24 Miami portal tracker
Moulton, McPhail hit portal
Dylan Moulton (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFG). Seniors defenseman Dylan Moulton and goalie Carter McPhail are the first two RedHawks to enter the transfer portal this off-season. Moulton led Miami in defenseman goals (6) and tallied eight points in 34 games this season. In four seasons with the RedHawks, he dressed 115 times, finishing his MU … Continue reading Moulton, McPhail hit portal
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