In the post COVID era, graduate seniors in college hockey are seemingly more plentiful than Zambonis at a rink. But 13 years ago, when Marc Hagel came to Oxford, the concept was foreign to most NCAA fans. Hagel at the outdoor game at Soldier Field on Feb. 17, 2013 (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFG). For the … Continue reading Miami’s original grad senior gives back to hockey
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
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?
Miami must improve in NCHC play
Miami erased a three-goal, first-period deficit to pull even with Niagara at Cady Arena on New Year’s Eve. Then, with 20 seconds left, the puck popped loose during a tie-up behind the RedHawks’ net, and Shane Ott emerged from the scrum and centered to a streaking Albin Nilsson, who shoveled a one-timer through RedHawks goalie … Continue reading Miami must improve in NCHC play
Blasi hired by Providence
Former Miami coach Enrico Blasi accepted a job within the athletic department at Providence on Thursday. Miami coach Enrico Blasi (photo by Cathy Lachmann/VFTG). Blasi will be the Friars' associate athletic director, overseeing PC's men's and women's hockey teams as well as Schneider Arena. Blasi was the head coach of the RedHawks for 20 seasons, … Continue reading Blasi hired by Providence
Bergeron welcomed back to Miami
OXFORD, Ohio – The weak need not apply. That’s the message Chris Bergeron repeatedly delivered to a near-capacity group of alumni, players, fans and staff at Cady Arena on Monday after he was introduced as the next head coach of the Miami hockey team. Bergeron being introduced as Miami's next head coach (John Lachmann/VFTG). Embracing … Continue reading Bergeron welcomed back to Miami
