Pletzke, a 2000, has been hindered this year so far by injuries and has only played 5 games to this point. Current U16 AAA Forward Owen Michaels will make his USHL Debut Friday 11/17,when he suits up with the U17 NTDP team. I learned all about the game and what it takes to be a good leader and a good teammate from my coaches.. Michaels, an '02 birth year,has committed to continue his hockey career at UMass. We couldn't be happier for him and his family.". #ponypride, This website is powered by SportsEngine's. No thats not a typo, thats a 70 percent turnover in players from one year to another. 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. He is the organizations first player to sign an NHL contract. We are so happy for Locks and the strides he has made as a player. Straight from U16 to the USHL is a tough thing to do and he had a fantastic year. Originally a San Jose 1st Round Draft Pick, Norris has tore up the American Hockey League this year, scoring 30 goals along with 28 assists in 52 games. No organization in the state of Michigan is sending more boys teams to compete in Nationals. Both boys are elite talents and extremely high quality young men. Northern Iowa wins MVC Tournament opener 75-62 We couldnt be happier for Matt and NMU. I think that paints a really good overall view of the league as a whole but wanted to also break it down so that we can zero in on Michigan-born players specifically. U16 Head Coach Dan Riedel said. U16 AAA Forward Zach Filak has committed to Michigan State University to play his college hockey! Danol, a 99 birth year has played in 33 games played this yearrecording14 goals along with 28 assists for a total of 42 points. The shifty, skilled defenseman will bring his talents to his hometown team starting in the fall of 2019. Independents Romeo Use tab to navigate through the menu items. "Chris is also an exceptional young man, who has worked tirelessly at developing his game over the past two years. Director of Hockey for the Oakland Junior Grizzlies since 2012 Coaching with the Grizzlies last 8 seasons at the u14-u16 AAA levels Married to wife Traci and has three sons- Coale is playing at Ferris State, Josh was selected by San Jose in the first round of the 2017 NHL draft and spent time this past season between Belleville and the Ottawa . However, of the 45 to appear in more than five games for Team USA, just three hailed from Michigan, with two stemming from Little Caesars and one from Honeybaked. In getting acquainted with pro hockey, the first 10 games were an adjustment period for Norris, as he didn't get the production offensively that he was looking for. Archives | Schedule | Roster | Coaches Read Story Sponsored by: Opens in new window GrizZ Video Zone Play Video Men's Basketball / January 29 #GrizzVision with Greg Kampe | Robert Morris Recap Play Video Metro League He's a hard worker in school, has really made impressive strides with English being his second language. 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. If thats not having your cake and eating it too, Im not sure what is. We are very happy for Zach and his family. I will, however, include a section just on the NTDP as far as player makeup. Drafted byCedar Rapidsin the USHL, he made his debut with the Roughriders last year appearing in 2 games. Our Movember game last year was a huge success and we wanted to continue to encourage our players to give back. JR. Detroit, MI. The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies are proud to announce that defensemen Chris Cameron has signed with the Barrie Colts of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL). Each season, the U17 Team also competes in three international tournaments. Both players were chosen to play in the Youth Olympic Games this past year and their performance there, added to their outstanding play during the regular season was enough to solidify their spot. "He's a scholarship kid now who will play at Bowling Green which is amazing. The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies are excited to announce another Division 1 College Commitment. I knew our Grizzlies team was special because everyone on our team just loved going to the rink and being together. Both players have committed to play college hockey after ther minor careers end. In that case, the three players that MI-HS has promoted to the highest junior league in the country this year is right on par with the Honeybaked (five) and Little Caesars (two) of the world. Lockwood, a '98 birth year was selected to be apart of the US National Team Development Program after his time with the Grizzlies. Minnesotas borders may not contain a USHL team but the neighboring states house nine teams and Michigan, Illinois and Wisconsin each have two programs in their respective states. Josh had the same feeling when asked about suiting up across from his brother. 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. But who are they? He will be in the running for rookie of the year in the AHL, as he has completely shined as a first year pro. Being at home and getting to play in the OHL is something that is very special. Stop in to register today or take advantage of a reduced initiation fee promotion in January for $20.22. The game will feature talent from all levels that have went through the Grizzly Organization, with players from the AHL, ECHL, NCAA Division 1, USHL, NAHL, BCHL, and the US NTDP Program. San Jose got an excellent hockey player and even better person! OJG President Terry Bishop said. Countdown to State! He was a selection for the AHL All Star Game, however didnt compete in the game due to illness. OJG U16 AAA Forward Max Sasson has committed to the University of Maine to play Division 1 College Hockey. 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. 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. "Chase is an elite scorer, plain and simple he can score. 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. This is well deserved and probably overdue. 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. We couldn't be happier for him and his family on his commitment. Playing for the United States National Team Development Program, Josh led the team in points with 61 and was a major factor in the U18 IIHF World Championships, helping his team to a Gold Medal. "He plays with urgency and creates chances for himself and his teammates.". Currently with the Des Moines Buccaneers in the USHL, Gorodetsky skated for the U18 Midget Major AAA team under then-Head Coach Dan Riedel. Swankler, an '01 is fromPennsylvania and decided to move up to Michigan toplay with the U16 Midget Minor team under Head Coach Dan Riedel. Nick Blankenburg, for example, played three years for Romeo, scoring 86 goals and 161 points in 88 games, winning the Division-II state title as a senior and playing another season for Victory Honda after graduating. F. F. 14: Dalton Norris: D . The way I see it, one AAA team competes against an opposing AAA team, recruiting and lobbying a certain player to skate for one organization over another. In that process he has helped move 19 players on to junior hockey from his U16 and U18 teams. Spring AAA Coach for various organizations concentrated on the 2003-2004 age group in both New England and Quebec. Probably due to the fact that 246 of the leagues 353 college commitments are spoken for the 19-20 freshman class. Married to wife Traci and has three sons- Coale is playing at Ferris State, Josh was selected by San Jose in the first round of the 2017 NHL draft and spent time this past season between Belleville and the Ottawa Senators. SYHA has partnered with Dakotah! From there, Blankenburg spent one season in the AJHL before committing to the University of Michigan. He needed a place to stay, and Oakland Jr. Grizzlies Owner and President Terry Bishop opened up his home to Joey and he lived there for the season. He never stopped working at it and we are so proud of him for his commitment to Ferris State. Tommy Parrottino, a forward for the U18 Midget Major AAA team has committed to Michigan Tech for the 2018-2019 season. Assistant Coach Oakland Junior Grizzlies 2006 AAA 2018-2020. He fits the way the league is played now and the modern day NHL. Spring AAA Coach for various organizations concentrated on the 2003-2004 age group in both New England and Quebec. Last season he was chosen as one of Americas top 20 players to represent team USA in the 2015 World Junior Championships. Coale told Mlive.com. Register now to avoid a $50 late fee. 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. oakland jr grizzlies u16 roster 05 Jun. 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. Alex Trombley. He played with the Grizzlies in 2014-2015 under Head Coach Mike Peruzzi. Other leagues worth noting are the BCHL (nine), NCDC (seven) HPHL U18 (six), NAPHL 16U (five), NAPHL 18U (five), AJHL (three) and CCHL (three). "It was a fun experience," he said. He has a +10 rating to go with it and has been a force offensively for the Senators in recent months and will look to continue his success in the coming months as the Senators make their playoff push! 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. He also had the highest plus/minus on the team with a +60 rating. Truly can create something out of nothing. Looking for a hockey league that is less intense,not as much of a time commitment, and less cost involved? 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. Cassetti, originally from California, moved here for his U16 Midget Minor year and was coached by current U16 Head Coach Dan Riedel. Congrats to Austen and his family. Smith, a 5th Round Pick of the Spirit in the 2018 OHL Priority Selection Draft, chose the Spirit over the University of Michigan, where he was verbally committed to play College Hockey. No. First, in hopes of better understanding the league as a whole, the makeup of its players, where they come from and where theyre heading. Finsihing it off is the #1 Tier 2 Midget A team in the country heading to Frisco, Texas, as they look to defend back-to-back National Championships, coached by Jason Selleke. He's a rink rat, loves hockey and is the type of kid that brings infectious energy to your team. Dan played two years at Ferris State in the CCHA and was honored as All-Rookie Team CCHA First team member in 2005-06. He's got the puck all the time, he's a quarterback on the ice. For sake of the article, Im setting that requirement at five games played for the 18-19 season. Congratulations and Good Luck Shayne. Home Minnesota Hockey Recreational Hockey League, This website is powered by SportsEngine's. The Lincoln Stars also drafted Cameron in the 3rd Round, 37th Overall in the 2015 USHL Futures Draft. They all work extremely hard, are extremely skilled, and are very deserving of the opportunity to play at the USHL level. Owen played all positions for us and was extremely unselfish and transformed himself into an elite player. 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. Wolanin was a member of the Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche in 1996. We're thrilled about the bright, young talent that will make up our U17 roster next season," saidKevin Reiter, director of player personnel for the NTDP. So were looking at 52 MI-AAA players in the USHL during the 18-19 season, which, if we divide by their birth years, comes out to six 98s, seventeen 99s, seventeen 00s, ten 01s and two 02s. 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. 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. He loves to put the puck in the pack of the net. 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 . This is Will's 1st season with the Oakland Junior Grizzlies and he looks forward to guiding his players in maximizing their . 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. ", Riedel said. Sport & Fitness for corporate memberships for current Shakopee Youth Hockey families. "He is an athletic physical defender who has the ability to shut down half of the ice,"U16 Assistant Coach Sean Clark said, "He has a pro shot fom the point that can be a game changer when provided clean looks to the net. 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. Said Assistant coach Julian Biondo. Ive always contended that if not for AAA hockey in this state, Michigans high school product could rival Minnys and be just as fruitful. That does seem significant to me. The '02 birth year and draft pick of the Lincoln Stars finished the season second on the team with 50 points and turned himself into a dominant player at the U16 level. Picture Courtesy of MiHockey/Michael Caples. We are very excited for Tony and his opportunity to play at Minnesota State. In the spirit of full transparency, I wanted to know where these Michiganders played their final years of youth hockey before embarking on junior careers. MIHL A pair of former OJG players have committed to play their College Hockey at Merrimack College! Played 20 games in the NHL with the Quebec Nordiques and Anaheim Mighty Ducks. Wichita State starter Clark Candiotti (0-2) cruised through the first three innings, allowing just one hit while holding Oakland (2-6) off the board. This is a well deserved opportunity. Congrats to the whole Grant family," Riedel said. ", The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies Organization is proud to announce another college commitment from a former player. The fact that the two-time National Champs are taking a player from our program is a big deal and we're incredibly proud of Dom and happy for his whole family that he will be a Bulldog," U16 Head Coach Dan Riedel said. Alumni Cadillac https://www.shakopeehockey.com/miteprogram. Please consider donating using the link below. U18 Head Coach Dan Riedel said. Drew Hunter made his USHL debut this past weekend with the Omaha Lancers. Second, a byproduct of the first, educating those who may not know much more than the face value of the league. 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 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. It was pretty special. Men's College Basketball News. I can represent all of high school hockey as part of Team Michigan and the MDHL, for instance, which develops, promotes and advances MI-HS players from across the state. first half on an 18-0 run en route to a 95-66 win over Oakland on Tuesday night . Former OJG standout Josh Norris made his NHL Debut last Saturday night as the 20 year old was called up against the Montreal Canadiens. Dan has a record of 282-123-26 with National Championship tournament appearances in 2017, 2018, and 2019. He is an incredible role model for our young Grizzlies. 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. 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. It couldnt happen to a better kid," Riedel said. Hunter, Omahas 4th round pick in this years draft, currently plays for the U16 Midget Minor AAA team. SYHA families can receive a Dakotah! 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. . he was an undoubted leader for us and another example of a kid who's success has transferred to the next level. It is reserved for only the best of the best and to compete in such a league is extremely rare and difficult to attain. It's going to be a great event and we can't wait to participate," U16 AAA Head Coach Dan Riedel said. They had a tremendous season, winning the Tier 1 Elite Hockey League Championship back in Febrary, compiling a 52-9-4 record through States. Once again the Grizzlies would like to extend their congratulations out to Brandon and his family. Name Pos Height (CM) Weight (KG) DOB S/C Hometown Most Recent Team; 1: Drew DeRidder: G: 5-10 (178) 145 (65) 5/1/2000: L: Fenton, Mich. Oakland Jr. Grizzlies U16: 2: Christian Krygier: D: 6-0 (183) 163 (73) 5/5/2000: L: Novi, Mich. Little Caesars U16: 3: Will MacKinnon . He will spend this year with the Des Moines Buccaneers of the USHL. Its efforts focus not only on high-caliber participation on the ice but creating well-rounded individuals off the ice. An OJG alum, Norris played for the Grizzlies his entire youth career before joining the US NTDP, followed by the University of Michigan. Evennou skated for the Grizzlies back in 2015 under Head Coach Mike Peruzzi. To properly examine your typical USHL player, though, weve got to eliminate some outliers first. We are thrilled he is committed to Ferris State. Former U16 AAA Defenseman Drew Hunter has committed to further his hockey career with the Niagara Ice Dogs of the OHL. Theres nearly 100 skaters who played less than five games this season and I want to separate them from the overall pool because a prospect who played one game during a weekend stand as a call-up should not carry the same weight as a full-time player who appeared in all 62 regular-season games. Kenai will be getting a great player and the Grizzlies Association is excited to see his career take off. I look forward too watching them in Plymouth next year!. Its not just about geography when examining where a player comes from. 2023 Oakland Junior Grizzlies Hockey Club Login. Former OJG AAA forward Owen Michaels has chosen where he is going to play his college hockey! The U16 AAA OJG team put the hockey sticks away for a day and picked up rakes to help out senior citizens clean up their yard pn Saturday, November 4th. He's worked real hard to improve in all areas and has a chance to play the game for a long time. For 334 of them, the 18-19 campaign was their first season in the USHL. window.nginSite = {"domain_name":"usahockeyntdp.com","subdomain":"www","name":"USA Hockey National Team Development Program","short_name":"NTDP","secure_subdomain":"usantdp"} This website is powered by SportsEngine's. 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. Registration Coordinator: Kristine McGuire, Mite Off-Ice Coordinator: Laura Moon & Megan Menden. Malinowski, a 99 born Defenseman has posted an impressive line this year of 36 points (8-29-36) and a +34 rating. They posted a 5-0 record on their way to victory. Hes got an NHL caliber release on his shot and very skilled, very strong on pucks and has great hockey sense, Riedel said. The move has seemed to work out very well for Swankler, as he has 40 points in his first 25 games consisting of 21 goals and 19 assists. It is like a high point in life. 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. U16 AAA Forward Dominic James has committed to the defending National Champion,Minnesota-Duluth to continue his hockey career into his college years! 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? Bowling Green is getting a winning player, simple as that. 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. Saginaw Valley They have had another tremendous season, with a record of 50-11-4. He also posted a 10-4 record in the playoffs. He spentlast year with the Green Bay Gamblers of the USHL tallying 7 goals and 6 assists for a 13 point total. From there, he was awarded a full scholarship to the University of Michigan where he had a full 4 years there. "Chase has tremendous speed, skill, and an elite compete level. So weve got our USHL sample size; 475 players, to be exact. "Will is a hard-working, two-way winger with natural scoring ability," said Vancouver GM Jim Benning. 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. OK Conference We are very happy for Owen that he got this opportunity". Maybe the Minnesota Hockey Recreational Hockey League is for you. 99's Joey Cassetti and Mac Welsher have both committed to the Warriors to continue their hockey career. We are very happy for their families and we hope that they can come home with the Gold! He is a multi league draft pick, being selected by the Waterloo Black Hawks in the USHL and the Ottawa 67s in the OHL. "We are happy to help out in any way we can, it was a great experience for our guys to see that there is more to life than hockey, so to help out in any way we can is great for us." Very interesting question, and the number one answer should come as no surprise with the state of Minnesota leading the way. He spent a couple games in the USHL with the Lincoln Stars earlier in the year and had a great showing which added to his stock towards the end of the year. The night will kick off with a game featuring our Oakland Kodiaks teams at 6:15, followed by the main event at 6:45. ", Former U16 AAA Forward Adam Goodsir has been named the North American Hockey League (NAHL) Rookie of the Year. Head Coach Dan Riedel said. There were also six players who pursued opportunities outside the state at prep schools or other AAA entities after Michigan amateur hockey but before their junior careers. Dan grew up in Rochester Hills, Michigan and played his minor hockey in Detroit. Current U16 AAA Goaltender Logan Stein recently committed to Ferris State University to further his hockey career. The United States Hockey League (USHL) is the top junior league in the country and the primary launching point for players embarking on Division-I college careers. He played for Head Coach Dan Riedel and his U16 AAA Midget Minor team during the 2014-2015 season. After the huge success of last years 1st Annual Charity Game for Movember, the U16 AAA #3Oakland Jr. Grizzlies and #15Honeybaked will continue their cross town rivalry on December 17th at 7:15pm for both theSt. Jude's and Toys For Tots charities. Standout forward for the OJG U16 AAA team has committed to the University of Michigan to continue his hockey career! Lockwood, a '98 birth year was selected to be apart of the US National Team Development Program after his time with the Grizzlies. It is like a high point in life. They took the title on March 12th at the Taylor Sportsplex against Little Caesers, beating them two games to one in a best of three final series. 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. Of the 45 players to dress for the NTDP, 40 had Division-I commitments. Obviously, its a one-year sample size but I do think its pretty telling and eye-opening, as I just didnt expect that high of a number in new players from one USHL season to another. Im very humbled to be apart of the Sharks organization, its a dream come true. Both kids are a perfect fit for Hockey East and Merrimack with their blend of skill and skating ability.". "Zach is an elite '04, he plays a heavy, skilled, complete game. "We played top level competition all week. The 6 foot Filak is a power forward who plays heavy around the net, and is eligible for the 2020 USHL and OHL Drafts. News Archive We're very proud of him becoming a Wolverine!" 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. He then moved on to play junior hockey for the Springfield Jr. Blues of the NAHL, capturing the NAHL Rookie of the Year in 2002-2003 while finishing 3rd in league scoring with 67 points. 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. We couldn't be happier for Adam.". Im always open to discuss things further on social media, so feel free to connect with me on Twitter! Dan played professionally for 5 years and amassed 164 points in 245 games. He is a young man that has a high ceiling because of his poise with the puck and his ability to make plays in transition," U18 AAA Assistant Coach Sean Clark said, "Tony has come a long way in a very short period of time and has a long career ahead of him in this game. 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. Visit ESPN to view the Oakland Golden Grizzlies team roster for the current season. Andrei has NHL tools and if he stays on the right path will have a chance at the highest level. I would love to do similar breakdowns of other junior leagues like the NAHL, BCHL, AJHL, NCDC, OJHL and others. Tuesday April 5th - 8:15pm - Troy Sports Center, Wednesday April 6th - 4:45pm - Troy Sports Center, Thursday April 7th - 8:00pm - Troy Sports Center, Saturday April 9th - 3:00pm - Troy Sports Center - (Invite Only). 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 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. 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 has worked hard to round out his development as a player and also has stepped up to be a leader on our team." Elite edges, plays with pace and creativity and is basically a wizard with the puck. He exemplifies patience, trusting the development process, a never give up attitude, and a relentless work ethic. Grant, an 02 is the Assistant Captain of the U16 team and has formed into a great leader in the past two years.