He is a multi league draft pick, being selected by the Waterloo Black Hawks in the USHL and the Ottawa 67s in the OHL. It's been exciting to watch Brandon develop and see him become an elite player at the next level. But it does get pretty interesting after that. Josh is OJGs first ever First Round NHL Draft pick and the 3rd OJG Alumni to be selected in the NHL Draft behind UofM forward Will Lockwood and Brandon Halverson who is a goaltender in the New York Rangers Farm System. Former OJG standout forward Will Lockwood has signed his first NHL contract with the Vancouver Canucks! OJG Hockey Director Dwayne Norris said. Its rewarding for our coaching staff and for the Grizzlies organization to see someone who works extremely hard, who is humble, who plays for the guy next to him--to see that kind of player get rewarded is great. He exemplifies patience, trusting the development process, a never give up attitude, and a relentless work ethic. MinuteMedia Adam Goodsir, who played with the Grizzlies U16 Midget Minor team for the 2014-2015 season has announced he will play Division 1 College Hockey at Denver University at the start of the 2017-2018 season. WSU won the final three games of the . He's a big body, strong on pucks, elusive, high end skill power forward. "We are so proud of Owen and happy for his entire family. "Zach is an elite '04, he plays a heavy, skilled, complete game. This is a well deserved opportunity. Former U16 AAA Defenseman Drew Hunter has committed to further his hockey career with the Niagara Ice Dogs of the OHL. At every stop along his journey Nick has embraced his roles with selfless and humility. They finished the year with a terrific 56-11-2 record. In his time with the Grizzlies, his teams have placed 40 players in the USHL Draft, 17 in the OHL draft, 40 players have committed to Division 1 scholarships, Six players have made USNTDP, and 4 players have been selected in the National Hockey League draft. (Halverson 2014 2nd NYR, Norris 2017 1st SJS, McGroarty 2022 1st Winnipeg, James 2022 6th Chicago). "He plays with urgency and creates chances for himself and his teammates.". Head Coach Dan Riedel had this to say about the boys: We are so proud of Hunter and Rutger. ", Riedel said. Former OJG U18 AAA Defensemen Blake Evennou has committed to Ferris State University to continue his hockey career. Providence is an elite program and their getting an elite player.". He'll be a pro at 22-23 and Bowling Green will be huge for his development! They took care of the Chicago Blues 3-0 in the Finals, wrapping up the perfect 6-0 tournament. Bakanov, a native of Russia, joined the U16s after playing last season with the Cleveland Barons. The Grizzlies have moved on over 60players in the last five years to various Junior and College programs and this is a great way to see some of the talent in action all on one sheet of ice. Ive learned that numbers can be called into question, so for sake of transparency, Ive provided the Google Doc HERE so that you too can explore the numbers for yourself. The '02 Bantam Major AAA Oakland Jr. Grizzlies are State Champions! 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. 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. Without the belief they had in me, I wouldnt have made it to the next level. Home of the U16 Gold Tier 2 Oakland Junior Grizzlies. Im setting the cap at five games but think this number is also open for interpretation because I feel like that should be considered significant time in the league, as that would be roughly three weeks with a team and a compelling contribution. "It was a fun experience," he said. Hunter, Omahas 4th round pick in this years draft, currently plays for the U16 Midget Minor AAA team. "He's an elite offensive player. Michigan high school hockey had three former players in the USHL this year, which is low, as Ive seen this number be around seven or eight in recent years. Michigan being the second-most represented state in the USHL shouldnt surprise me, but it is comforting to see the Mitten State so high on the list. Playing for Coach Mike Peruzzi, he was an integral part of their U18 team and their season, making it all the way to the National Semi Finals. That does seem significant to me. The Under-17 Team plays in the United States Hockey League, the only Tier I junior hockey league in the United States, as well as against select competition in the North American Hockey League and Minnesota Elite League. window.nginSite = {"domain_name":"usahockeyntdp.com","subdomain":"www","name":"USA Hockey National Team Development Program","short_name":"NTDP","secure_subdomain":"usantdp"} Alex Trombley. After spending the next couple years with different programs, Welsher returned to the Grizzlies to play his U18 Midget Major hockey in 2016-2017 and made another trip to the National Championships. 16 years of professional hockey in Canada, United States and Europe. Only one (Jake Crespi, Brighton) made the jump from USHS-MI to the league while the two others Jack Clement from Brother Rice and Alec Calvaruso from Detroit Catholic Central made stops in the NAHL before debuting in the USHL. oakland jr grizzlies u16 roster 05 Jun. The goal of the full-time development program is to prepare student-athletes under the age of 18 for participation on U.S. National Teams and success in their future hockey careers. When you consider those two main factors, hopefully you can see how those numbers would skew what were about to examine. For tryout information, please email: driedel@oaklandjuniorgrizzlies.com. U18 Head Coach Dan Riedel said. In that process he has helped move 19 players on to junior hockey from his U16 and U18 teams. first half on an 18-0 run en route to a 95-66 win over Oakland on Tuesday night . "I am beyond excited to play College Hockey, I knew once I went to a game at Maine that it was an easy choice for me," Sasson told MIHockeyNow. Northern Michigan University recognized this, and they are getting a special hockey player and person. 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. Sport & Fitness for corporatememberships for current Shakopee Youth Hockey families. It was an OJG Reunion at Yost Ice Arena on November 3rd and 4th as Ferris State University visitedfor a two game series against the University of Michigan. 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. Congratulations to the following players on being selected in the 2019 USHL Draft! Dom James, Ben Steeves and Owen Michaels will suit up for the Lincoln Stars this weekend as they take on the Des Moines Buccanneers on Nov. 23rd. President and Owner of the Oakland Junior Grizzlies Hockey Association, Terry Bishop said, Will has been, and continues to be, an inspiration to everyone in our organization. Selected 19th overall, Josh will start his college career next year at the University of Michigan. They completed an incredible 60-8-2 record, winning their last 11 games in a row en route to a National Championship. Head Coach Dan Riedel said. Roster includes 23 players who will compete for USA Hockey's National Team Development Program Photo by Rena Laverty PLYMOUTH, Mich. - Thirteen forwards, eight defensemen and two goaltenders have been selected to join USA Hockey's National Team Development Program, it was announced today. TPH on ice contractor from 2018-2021. Lets start with birth year as more than half the league (58.1 percent) consists of 18- and 19-year-olds. 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. Please see the Try Hockey for Free page for more information as well as to register for the event! President Terry Bishop also had words for Nick, "Nick is a tremendous role model for our younger players showing that hard work and dedication can produce. He announced last week that he would be joining the Facons as soon as the 2018-2019 season. "We are really proud of both Joey and Mac. 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. Northern Michigan Its also worth noting what league propelled them into the USHL in the first place. Hockey folks around the country salivate over what Minnesota high school hockey is, and for good reason. Both players have committed to play college hockey after ther minor careers end. Our staff is thrilled for Andrei and his family on his commitment to Michigan," Head Coach Dan Riedel said. However, the gap between draft age and playing age is more than likely explained by a large population of Minnesota high school players who finish their prep careers before pursuing life in the U-Show, but well get into the State of Hockey a little bit later. He played 2 seasons for the Missoula Maulers in the AWHL before attending the University of Montana. Selected by the Quebec Nordiques in the 7th round of the 1990 NHL draft. No. 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. They posted a 5-0 record on their way to victory. We have no doubt that with his dedication and work ethic, he will only improve and be a huge asset to the Huskies. They were elite on the ice, basically shattering all the OJG scoring records, and the leaders of our locker room. He helped lead that team to the National Semi Finals to cap off a great year. Lockwood was a 3rd Round Pick in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft by the Vancouver Canucks, and after four years with the Wolverines, Vancouver made the decision that Lockwood was ready to turn pro, and signed him to an entry level contract. Also, they were one of the best defensive teams in the country with a 1.44 goals against average throughout the year. "He has worked hard to round out his development as a player and also has stepped up to be a leader on our team." No thats not a typo, thats a 70 percent turnover in players from one year to another. That tied with three other states for fifth-most represented, behind New York (nine), Massachusetts (six), Illinois (five) and Minnesota (four). Coach Julian Biondo Asst. Elite edges, plays with pace and creativity and is basically a wizard with the puck. Silver medalist in the 1991 Canada Cup. Head Coach Dan Riedel said. Born and raised in the metro Detroit area. The only kid that I've been made aware of to go directly from MI-HS to the Development Program is Cadillac's Dawson Cook in 2011,so its just not very practical in the circles we operate in and I dont want to get too lost in numbers that dont necessarily pertain to us. Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 16U A 16U A Change Team Team Facts Plays in 16U A ROSTER STATS 2022-2023 Roster Past Rosters Demographics Nationality Nationality Team Facts Team Captains Team captaincy history Games RSS Latest Transactions DATE STATUS PLAYER TEAM SOURCE Show complete transfer coverage Team History and Standings Where are they now? Northern Iowa wins MVC Tournament opener 75-62 Ranked #5 in the United States, they will continue their season for another month, as they will compete in the 2017 USA Hockey National Championships in Scottsdale, Arizona. //]]>, By USA Hockey's NTDP, 03/25/20, 12:00PM EDT. KLAA WICHITA, Kan. - Oakland scored in five of the final six innings, including three multi-run frames, defeating Wichita State 12-7 on Friday night at Eck Stadium. 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. 16U AAA Town Oakland, MI ROSTER STATS 2022-2023 Roster Past Rosters Team Staff Head Coach Craig Wolanin Asst. "Words cannot describe how excited and proud the OJG organization is for Grano! Mid-Michigan Hockey Conference Clark said. Couple that with the fact that every NTDPer is either an 01 or 02-birth year while the vast majority of the USHL 74 percent, to be exact are 98, 99 or 00-birth years. "We couldn't be more proud of Doug Bailey and this group for an incredible season. Stein, originally from Georgia, committed to Ferris last week after posting a 22-2-0 record with a 1.56 Goals Against Average with a .956 save percentage. The Grizzlies would like to congratulate Drew and wish him the best in the future! 2021-22 Men's Ice Hockey Roster. Whereas in high school, players are bound by geography, not sales pitches, and with the Michigan Developmental Hockey League (MDHL), TPHs Top 80, Team Michigan, the Michigan High School Hockey Coaches Association (MHSHCA), among others, working to promote all of its players regardless of team affiliation, the high school model varies greatly from that of the AAA world. The Grizzlies organization is incredibly proud of Tommy and look forward to watching his continued progression. It is like a high point in life. 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. Former U18 AAA OJG Forward Jake Transit has committed to continue his hockey career at Ferris State University. He also adds a +18 rating to his resume on the year. Each season, the U17 Team also competes in three international tournaments. He has won 4 of his last 6 starts and has a 2.36 GAA with a .912 save percentage in his games this year. He is an exceptional young man who is very mature for his age." 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. Congratulations to all of the Players, Coaches and Parents on an incredible run! As always we had a goal at the beginning of the year as all teams do, but few do what they set out to. he will give his shirt off his back for his brothers. JR. Detroit, MI. Independents Playing for the U16 AAA Grizzlies back in 2013-14, Lockwood has gone on to have a tremendous Junior and College Career after his time with the Grizzlies. This is Head Coach Jason Selleke's 2nd straight National Championship, also winning last year with the 00 Bantam AA team. The cool thing was that Coach Peruzzi didnt just teach me about the game of hockey but also about how to treat your teammates and coaches with respect, Lockwood said. Another former Grizzly player made his college commitment earlier this week as Georgy Gorodetsky announced he will be furthering his hockey career at Arizona State University. he was an undoubted leader for us and another example of a kid who's success has transferred to the next level. Transit is also a draft pick of the Dubuque Fighting Saints of the USHL and has committed to playing there for the 2017-2018 season. Itd be hard to argue against playing U16 AAA. He is the epitome of what hard work, desire and a great family can accomplish. "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.' Hes got an NHL caliber release on his shot and very skilled, very strong on pucks and has great hockey sense, Riedel said. That seems to be right in line with a previous article suggesting that the eight AAA programs combine to produce about 16 USHL players each year. This website is powered by SportsEngine's. Lockwood, a '98 birth year was selected to be apart of the US National Team Development Program after his time with the Grizzlies. From there, Blankenburg spent one season in the AJHL before committing to the University of Michigan. Seems like quite the undertaking as a coach to refill 3-out-of-4 roster spots on your team every year. Lockwood said, The Grizzlies are the reason I am where I am today. Oakland Junior Grizzlies Hockey Club | AAA Hockey | United States Head Coach: Jason Selleke Head Coach: Jason Selleke Much is given, much is expected OJG News Proud Members Of Click Logo Click Logo Where are they now? 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. Congratulations and Good Luck Shayne. During his time with the Grizzlies, he had a team leading nineteen goals and thirty-eight points in 31 games. He was a selection for the AHL All Star Game, however didnt compete in the game due to illness. Drafted byCedar Rapidsin the USHL, he made his debut with the Roughriders last year appearing in 2 games. He's a hard worker in school, has really made impressive strides with English being his second language. Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 18U AAA HPHL 18U Change Team Team Facts Plays in High Performance Hockey League 18U Town Oakland, MI ROSTER STATS 2022-2023 Roster Past Rosters Demographics Nationality Nationality Team Facts Nationalities 20 players 1 player Experience Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 18U AAA: 297 GP Team Captains Team captaincy history Games RSS "I have had the chance to play against him before in juniors, but a little bit different in college. 2016 Youth Olympic Roster. https://www.shakopeehockey.com/miteprogram. Mitch has been a fantastic Grizzly and I have zero doubts he'll have a ton of success in Saginaw. It was a great experience for all 3 players, but especially for the Norris brothers, they played against each other in junior hockey but they both thought that playing one another at the collegiate level was something special. Lockwood, a '98 birth year was selected to be apart of the US National Team Development Program after his time with the Grizzlies. To properly examine your typical USHL player, though, weve got to eliminate some outliers first. He posted an incredible 40-5-2 record last year in the OHL with a 2.63 goals against average and a .913 save percentage with 6 shutouts. Malinowski, a 99 born Defenseman has posted an impressive line this year of 36 points (8-29-36) and a +34 rating. Wolanin was a member of the Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche in 1996. Of the 45 players to dress for the NTDP, 40 had Division-I commitments. These top ten leagues pushed players from the above locations directly into the USHL. Assistant Coach: Julian Biondo Head Coach: Craig Wolanin cwolanin@oaklandjuniorgrizzlies.com (248) 310-6561 Manager: Brett Slotka bslotka@oaklandjuniorgrizzlies.com (248) 761-4967 Assistant Coach: Julian Biondo Said Assistant coach Julian Biondo. Men's College Basketball News. SYHA has partnered with Dakotah! Silver medalist in the 1991 Canada Cup. He is a highly skilled player and a tremendous offensive threat every time he touches the ice. No thats not a typo, thats a 70 percent turnover in players from one year to another. Former OJG players Will Lockwood and Josh Norris represented OJG for the University of Michigan and Coale Norris does the same as he suits up for the Ferris State Bulldogs. If he follows the right path and continues to work as hard as he has this year, there is no ceiling on his potential. ABOUT THE NTDP: USA Hockeys National Team Development Program is in its 24th season of competition and is based at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Michigan. ", Former U16 AAA Forward Adam Goodsir has been named the North American Hockey League (NAHL) Rookie of the Year. The scary part is the best hockey for him is in front of him as he continues to grow and get stronger.
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