The Oakland Junior Grizzlies are proud to announce that Brandon Halverson has signed an entry level NHL contract with the New York Rangers. Registration Coordinator: Kristine McGuire, Mite Off-Ice Coordinator: Laura Moon & Megan Menden. Grant has 20 goals along with 20 assists this year, couple that with a +23 rating, and you've got a heck of a player. Josh Norris has been selected in the First Round of the NHL Draft last week in Chicago. We are very happy for Owen that he got this opportunity". DeRidder, who plays for the U18 OJG Midget Major AAA team made his selection late last week. Northern Michigan Big Rapids Facing elimination they capitalized on a Power Play with 3 minutes left and then followed up with the go ahead goal with under 2 minutes left to punch their ticket to the finals. There, he continued to develop, took on a leadership role, and stayed relentless in his work ethic. The 6'3, 200 pound Cassetti spentlastseasonwith the Waterloo Black Hawks of the USHL after playing 2 years for the US NTDP. Big North Dan has a record of 282-123-26 with National Championship tournament appearances in 2017, 2018, and 2019. Former OJG standout Josh Norris made his NHL Debut last Saturday night as the 20 year old was called up against the Montreal Canadiens. "It was like, 'Wow,' look at this,We are playing on one of the biggest stages in college hockey and we are both here as freshmen.' Michigan took the first game 7-2 as Lockwod netted a goal and and added an assist, and in Game 2, Coale Norris got his second college goal on a rebound to open the scoring leading his team to a 3-2 Overtime victory against the Wolverines. U16 AAA Forward Dominic James has committed to the defending National Champion,Minnesota-Duluth to continue his hockey career into his college years! He spent the past two years with the U.S. National Team Development Program and will play for the University of Michigan next year. Congratulations to all of the Players, Coaches and Parents on an incredible run! Men's College Basketball News. Looking for a hockey league that is less intense,not as much of a time commitment, and less cost involved? Interesting to point out that the top four states are in the center of the leagues map. Moving on to the Lincoln Stars of the USHL he was a First Team All-Star, Forward of the Year, and won the 2004-05 USHL Scoring Title. ", The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies Organization is proud to announce another college commitment from a former player. Beginning January 3rd thru the 31st. Played Defense on the Boston Icemen Boys AAA at the Brick Tournament in Edmonton. Tag(s): Saginaw Valley This couldnt have happened to a better person and better family. He's really matured in the last year and it's helped him elevate his game even more.". Coale told Mlive.com. No organization in the state of Michigan is sending more boys teams to compete in Nationals. Played 20 games in the NHL with the Quebec Nordiques and Anaheim Mighty Ducks. 16 years of professional hockey in Canada, United States and Europe. Another former OJG player has committed to a Division 1 school this year as former U16 Grizzly Hunter Wendt committed to Ferris State University early last week. //]]>, By USA Hockey's NTDP, 03/25/20, 12:00PM EDT. Also, I think separating the USNTDP players from the overall pool is important as well. It was pretty special. Norris leads the American Hockey League in rookie scoring, with 24 goals and 21 assists for a total of 45 points in 44 games. [CDATA[ Toys that are being donated to Toys for Tots will function as tickets for access into the game, and there will be silent auction items and a 50/50 raffle to raise funds for St. Judes. "I have had the chance to play against him before in juniors, but a little bit different in college. U16 AAA Forward Austen Swankler has committed to play his college hockey at the University of Michigan. 2023 Oakland Junior Grizzlies Hockey Club Login. Im very humbled to be apart of the Sharks organization, its a dream come true. Head Coach Jason Selleke has been the Head Coach of this group for 4 years now and he had this to say about his group. This website is powered by SportsEngine's. Played on the U18 U.S.A. Womens National Team 2012 in the World Championship in Zlin, Czech Republic. No. The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies Hockey Club is proud to announce the Second Annual Alumni Game in conjunction with "Joey Strong"is set for Friday, December 21, 2018. He is the epitome of what hard work, desire and a great family can accomplish. The Lincoln Stars also drafted Cameron in the 3rd Round, 37th Overall in the 2015 USHL Futures Draft. The Oakland Jr Grizzlies Midget A team has won the National Championship for the 3rd year in a row. Their next stop will be New Jersey to compete in the 2018 USA Hockey National Championships. The star goaltender played with the Oakland Junior Grizzlies Midget Major team in 2012 before joining the Sault Ste Marie Greyhounds of the OHL. "We played top level competition all week. The Grizzlies have 3 out of 4 National Bound Tier 1 AAAteams ranked in the Top 10 in the country, more than any other organization in Michigan. Assistant Coach / Strength & Conditioning Coach | U16, Please Email/ Call me (Jordan Forgione (Hampton)), Assistant Coach: Jordan Forgione (Hampton), Current Law Student (3rd Year) at Michigan State University, Head Coach Little Caesars U16 Girls AAA 2021-22, 2022-2023, Head Coach Little Caesars U19 Girls AAA 2022-2023, Assistant Coach Oakland Junior Grizzlies 2006 AAA 2018-2020. Why the high ratio? After a few months back with us, he was called back up to the NAHL with Corpus Christi. They took care of the Chicago Blues 3-0 in the Finals, wrapping up the perfect 6-0 tournament. Please consider donating using the link below. Southwestern Michigan, High-Performance Hockey League U16 (HPHL), This website is powered by SportsEngine's. They defeatedthe Chesterfield Falcons in Overtime on Monday, April 4 in New Jersey with a goal from Mike Ellis on a feed from Jake Helzer to win the Championship. He has 1 goal and 7 assists this year with a +3 rating. A pair of former OJG players have committed to play their College Hockey at Merrimack College! Andrei has NHL tools and if he stays on the right path will have a chance at the highest level. Finally, pairing the two together should help us all comprehend just what it takes to get there. MSU got a good one." 2016 Youth Olympic Roster. This comes after almost 2 years of junior hockey,last year with the Topeka Roadrunners of the NAHL, serving as their captain and this year with the Cedar Rapids Roughriders of the USHL. membership at a discounted rate. Forward Rutger McGroarty and Defensemen Hunter Brustewicz have both been given the honor to play in the prestigious event. Tommy Massa/BTN . They posted a 5-0 record on their way to victory. In that process he has helped move 19 players on to junior hockey from his U16 and U18 teams. Hopefully, theres value in this and better understanding where these players come from, where theyre heading and understanding the process of getting to the USHL. Lets start with birth year as more than half the league (58.1 percent) consists of 18- and 19-year-olds. He leads the team in defensive scoring with 2 goals and 8 assists. Its obvious that it is a viable route to the next level given the numbers above. This paid coaching position all https://t.co/zXdWkufobe, @NHLFlyers @NHL @cates_noah Congratulations @cates_noah ! "He's a scholarship kid now who will play at Bowling Green which is amazing. ", Riedel said. Lockwood, a '98 birth year was selected to be apart of the US National Team Development Program after his time with the Grizzlies. He's a big body, strong on pucks, elusive, high end skill power forward. Home May, an 03 birth year joined the Grizzlies this year and has made an immediate impact on the already loaded defense core of their team. Former U18 AAA Goaltender has been named USHL Goaltenderof the Week for the first week in February. It is an absolute spectacle and tremendous model that has produced 1,000s of college players, 100s of professional players and the hockey hotbed of the country for scouts looking to fill rosters. Please see the Try Hockey for Free page for more information as well as to register for the event! It is a complex league that has seen tremendous strides in player development over the last 10 or so years and tons of youth hockey players strive to one day compete in the USHL. Num Player Position; 4: Billy Simms: D: 81: Nick Wieben: F: 9: Heath Drye: F: 10: Zane Demsey: D: 12. He is the first Rangers draft pick in franchise history to earn at least 40 wins in juniors in one season. The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies would like to congratulate former player William Lockwood on being selected in the 2016 NHL Draft by the Vancouver Canucks. He also posted a 10-4 record in the playoffs. As an '03, he is eligible for this years USHL Draft. He's spent his last 2 years in the NAHL and USHL respectively and has decided now to play his college hockey at Ferris State. The NTDP is a two-year residency program for high-performance players that is located at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Michigan. Had a lot family and friends here too tonight, so it was pretty special to play in front of them.". The Shockers went 4-3 on the season-opening road trip, dropping two of three contests at Long Beach State before claiming three of four at Utah Tech. They have had another tremendous season, with a record of 50-11-4. He is a native of Macomb and grew up playing Tier I & Tier II hockey in Detroit before going on to play junior hockey in Missoula Montana. He is the organizations first player to sign an NHL contract. Hes got a lot of Logan Couture attributes to him, his hockey sense, his compete factor, and he loves big moments, Sharks General Manager Doug Wilson said about him. If anyone has inter https://t.co/kOPPmdKuQl, Registration for 8U/mites ends at 11:59pm tonight (9/27)! (Halverson 2014 2nd NYR, Norris 2017 1st SJS, McGroarty 2022 1st Winnipeg, James 2022 6th Chicago). Former U16 AAA Defenseman Drew Hunter has committed to further his hockey career with the Niagara Ice Dogs of the OHL. Played Forward USHL 2011-2013 (Cedar Rapids Roughriders, Sioux Falls Stampede), Played University of Vermont (Hockey East) 2013-2017, Head Coach Little Caesars U12 Girls 2022-2023, Assistant Coach Little Caesars U16 Girls 2021-2022, 2022-2023, Assistant Coach Little Caesars U19 Girls 2022-2023, Michigan Area Scout Windsor Spitfires OHL, Played Boston Blades and Toronto Furies 2017-2019 (CWHL/PWHPA), Played Division 1 Womens Hockey at the University of North Dakota graduated 2017. He was a member of the Grizzlies U16 Midget Minor team for the 2013-2014 season. Their destination is no surprise, but at the rate in which theyre heading to the NCAA is quite amazing to me anyways, but maybe Im naive. I knew our Grizzlies team was special because everyone on our team just loved going to the rink and being together. Said Assistant coach Julian Biondo. For them to make the Youth Olympic team and get a chance to represent their country is a wonderful honor that they both deserve. Coach Peruzzi had this to say about Acciaioli: Congratulations to our Midget A Gold Team on winning the State Championship! He is drafted in the USHL by the Waterloo Blackhawks and is slated to join Ferris in the 2020-2021 season. (function(w,d,s,l,i){w[l]=w[l]||[];w[l].push({'gtm.start':new Date().getTime(),event:'gtm.js'});var f=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],j=d.createElement(s),dl=l!='dataLayer'? 99's Joey Cassetti and Mac Welsher have both committed to the Warriors to continue their hockey career. Austen May - 2nd Round, 25th Overall, Youngstown Phantoms, Vincent Salice - 3rd Round, 39th Overall, Des Moines Buccanneers, Nik Simo - 8th Round, 114th Overall, Cedar Rapids Roughriders, Dalton Norris - 4th Round, 50th Overall, Lincoln Stars, Alex Trombley - 9th Round, 129th Overall, Madison Capitals, Jaden Grant - 13th Round, 185th Overall, Lincoln Stars, Nick Nardecchia - 13th Round, 188th Overall, Omaha Lancers, Brayden Stannard - 16th Round, 232nd Overall, Green Bay Gamblers. Home of the U16 Gold Tier 2 Oakland Junior Grizzlies. My Line-Up Add Player Add Staff Add Roster/Stats EP Contact Book NHL Draft Guide Fantasy Guide EP Rinkside Contact Elite Prospects Go Premium for Elite Prospects Support. The 6'3 defensemenplayed in 53 games last year for the U16 AAA Midget Minor team with6 goals and 25 assists along with a +26 rating. Captains for the event will be former Grizzly and 3rd Round NHL Draft Pick Will Lockwood from the University of Michigan, and long time Grizzly Trevor Bishop of the Connecticut Jr. Rangers. F. F. 14: Dalton Norris: D . Travelling to Frisco, Texas after a 4th straight State Championship, Head Coach Jason Selleke lead his team to a perfect 6-0 record on their was to the championship, only giving up 4 goals in those 6 games. Lockwood was an offensive producer at the University of Michigan, recording 37 goals and 48 assists in his time there for a total of 85 points. They were elite on the ice, basically shattering all the OJG scoring records, and the leaders of our locker room. Register now to avoid a $50 late fee. "He plays with urgency and creates chances for himself and his teammates.". For that, I think its totally fair to compare MI-HS player advancement to that of U18 AAA teams in the state, as the vast majority of participants in both instances are in that 16, 17 and 18-year-old window. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. Second youngest defenseman in NHL history to record a game-winner at 18 years, 135 days. Danol, a 99 birth year has played in 33 games played this yearrecording14 goals along with 28 assists for a total of 42 points. They hitadversity in the semi final game, as they were down 2-1 with under 4 minutes left. He also spent a couple games down in Omaha in the USHL, where he was also a 4th round draft pick. In most instances, I think the majority of hockey people would lean toward that route as opposed to being an underclassman on a high school team. "It was a fun experience," he said. We are asking for all BYHA families who have participated in the 2022-23 hockey season to give us your feedback.Click on the link below and and fill out this short 5 minute survey. Former U18 AAA Defenseman Matt Acciaioli has committed to play his college hockey at Northern Michigan University. 2023 Oakland Junior Grizzlies Hockey Club Login. The official 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster for the Oakland University Golden Grizzlies 2022-23 Men's Basketball Roster - Oakland University Athletics Skip To Main Content Pause All Rotators Skip To Main Content Fight for Oakland Oakland University Athletics Scoreboard Main Navigation Menu We have no doubt that with his dedication and work ethic, he will only improve and be a huge asset to the Huskies. Prep schools were the primary feeder into Development Program, with HPHL U16 and T1EHL U16 following close behind. Ever since he stopped playing he has dedicated his free time to coaching and helping teams achieve their personal and group goals. Posted at 16:45h in amara telgemeier now by woodlands country club maine membership cost. Two U15 AAA players have been selected to play in the 2020 Youth Olympic Games, held from January 9-22. San Jose got an excellent hockey player and even better person! OJG President Terry Bishop said. Attended De La Salle Collegiate. However, when your junior league draft year passes (the OHLs entry draft also takes place at 16-years-old, similar to the USHL), and youre not one of the lucky ones selected, it can be a tough pill to swallow. When you consider those two main factors, hopefully you can see how those numbers would skew what were about to examine. Born and raised in the metro Detroit area. We are very happy for Zach and his family. The Grizzlies organization is incredibly proud of Tommy and look forward to watching his continued progression. He is an incredible role model for our young Grizzlies. He was a two year veteran of the U16 team, coached by Dan Riedel, putting up a combined 90 points (21 goals, 69 assists) in just over 100 games with the club. The Grizzlies would like to congratulate Drew and wish him the best in the future! He will be a great role model for younger Grizzlies to look up to for years to come. Sport & Fitness for corporatememberships for current Shakopee Youth Hockey families. But who are they? Spring AAA Coach for various organizations concentrated on the 2003-2004 age group in both New England and Quebec. Also, they were one of the best defensive teams in the country with a 1.44 goals against average throughout the year. Welsher, a Grosse Pointe native, was a member of the '99 Bantam Major AAA team back in 2013-2014 making a run to the National Semifinals under Head Coach Dwayne Norris. President and owner of the Grizzlies Terry Bishop had this to say about Norris: Saturdays (April and May) 2012-2015 birth years. Assistant Coach Oakland Junior Grizzlies 2006 AAA 2018-2020. Right off the top, I think its important to set a minimum games played restriction to consider a player as a member of the USHL. His commitment to his family, teammates and friends is what makes him so special. These top ten leagues pushed players from the above locations directly into the USHL. Phoenix Jr. Coyotes 16U: 17: Jack Deboer . Josh started his OJG career back in Pee Wees, and led his team to a couple State Championships. From Compuware Midget Major, he was first round draft pick in the 1984 Ontario Hockey League draft to the Kitchener Rangers. Hisstats speak for themselves, but his off ice work ethic and leadership is what makes Grant such an integral part of the #3 team in the country's locker room. It is his first such honor this year. Selected by the Quebec Nordiques in the 7th round of the 1990 NHL draft. Forward Rutger McGroarty and Defenseman Hunter Brzustewicz have both been chosen to play for the United States National Team Development Program for the 2020 and 2021 season. We're fortunate to have a terrific network of scouts, along with our own staff, in place to help in selecting the team. All done in a season cut short by the Covid-19 pandemic that could have been so much more for the U15 AAA team. Oakland Jr. Grizzlies U18 AAA Forward Chase Danol has committed to continue his hockey career at Bowling Green. Former OJG AAA Forward Josh Norris has gotten an invite to the American Hockey League All Star Game after a phenomenal start to his professional hockey career. Drafted by San Jose inthe 1st Round of the 2017 NHL Draft, Norris was apart of one of the biggest trades in recent NHL history, as he was involved in the trade that sent Erik Karlsson to the San Jose Sharks. Theyre generally 18- or 19-years-old and its their first year in the league (for the most part) so where are they all coming from? Drafted byCedar Rapidsin the USHL, he made his debut with the Roughriders last year appearing in 2 games. Clark said. top of page. The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies are excited to announce another Division 1 College Commitment. Im so thankful that I had a lot of my family and friends at the draft to support me, they mean everything to me. Norris said. UMass is an elite program and they are getting an elite player and person," Coach Dan Riedel said. ", Former U16 AAA Forward Adam Goodsir has been named the North American Hockey League (NAHL) Rookie of the Year. Metro League He is a highly skilled player and a tremendous offensive threat every time he touches the ice. He had 8 goals and 10 assists for a total of 18 points last year and he will look to continue his success with Waterloo this year. Can't tell you how proud I am of every one of those kids and coaches." No thats not a typo, thats a 70 percent turnover in players from one year to another. Played the 2014-15 season for the Oakland Jr. Grizzlies U16, recording 13 points (5g, 8a) in 30 games. Check out where current and former players are representing the Oakland Junior Grizzlies Click Here Oakland Junior Grizzlies I look forward too watching them in Plymouth next year!. Itd be hard to argue against playing U16 AAA. South Central Cadillac These numbers I think validate those claims but with an oversaturated AAA presence, itd be a challenge to put the genie back in the bottle in order to ever accomplish what Minnesota has done. Tommy Parrottino, a forward for the U18 Midget Major AAA team has committed to Michigan Tech for the 2018-2019 season. The University of Denver commit tallied 28 goals and 17 assists along with a +19 rating in 59 games with the Wichota Falls Wildcats. He announced last week that he would be joining the Facons as soon as the 2018-2019 season. We will provide transportation for the first 90 riders. Straight from U16 to the USHL is a tough thing to do and he had a fantastic year. SAHA will be providing transportation for SAHA players and families who would like to go to the game and support the Ponies. roy lee ferrell righteous brothers Likes. SYHA has partnered with Dakotah! Represented Team USA 4 times in International competition World Championships 1987, 1991, and 1994. Spent three seasons as General Manager of the Frankfurt Lions in the German Elite League following retirement as a player in 2007. Personal: Born Sept. 22, 1998 in Lansing Son of Joe and Kerry Mom, Kerry, is a graduate of MSU Favorite NHL team is the Detroit Red Wings and favorite NHL . It's going to be a great event and we can't wait to participate," U16 AAA Head Coach Dan Riedel said. Head Coach Mike Peruzzi had the following to say about Tommy, "The Oakland Junior Grizzlies U18 team congratulates Tommy Parrottino on his commitment to play hockey at Michigan Technological University. "I have had the chance to play against him before in juniors, but a little bit different in college. He's a hard worker in school, has really made impressive strides with English being his second language. NTDP & Opponents, USA Hockey National Team Development Program, Team USA Gearing Up For Heroes Appreciation Weekend, NTDP to Debut New Jerseys for Military Appreciation Weekend, Smith grabs four points in weekend opener, Perreault adds three, Team USA wraps up weekend series tomorrow at home, Weekend will honor all veterans, military, police, firefighters, first responders, Army veteran Michael Palmer helped design the jerseys, This website is powered by SportsEngine's.