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September 15th, 2024

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Rampage coaching success Bingham takes job at NCAA D-I level, named new head coach for Post women’s team

September 14th, 2024

Pat Bingham has been named the third head coach in Post University women’s hockey history. Post is located in Waterbury, Conn., and the team plays in the NCAA Division I NEWHA conference. Bingham’s arrival comes after the departure of Gretchen Silverman following the end of her second season with the Eagles during the 2023-24 season….

Glenwood Springs’ Tibbetts looking for fresh start with new USPHL Fighting Elk franchise

September 14th, 2024

Kale Tibbetts played for two USPHL teams last season and is hoping a fresh start this season with the Colorado Fighting Elk is the ticket to more success. The Glenwood Springs native said coming back to the Craig-based Fighting Elk after the 2023-24 season with the Minnesota Moose and Las Vegas Thunderbirds feels like the…

NCDC 2024-25 Team Preview: Pueblo Bulls

September 13th, 2024

The NCDC will be previewing each of the 21 teams set to hit the ice during the 2024-25 season in a continuing series up to the Sept. 19 start of the new campaign. Pueblo Bulls Mountain Division Home Arena: Pueblo Ice Arena Head Coach: Chris Wilhite The Pueblo Bulls are coming off what they feel…

NCDC 2024-25 Team Preview: Ogden Mustangs

September 9th, 2024

The NCDC will be previewing each of the 21 teams set to hit the ice during the 2024-25 season in a continuing series up to the Sept. 19 start of the new campaign.  Ogden Mustangs Mountain Division  Home Arena: Weber County Sports Complex Head Coach: Kenny Orlando The Ogden Mustangs made some outstanding history last…

Denver’s Larson uses strong senior season at Valor Christian as springboard to USPHL’s MadHatters

September 7th, 2024

Ben Larson was part of three Colorado state championships playing for Valor Christian High School. Now, the Denver native will have a shot to compete for a national junior title with the USPHL’s Atlanta MadHatters. “I thought last season went really well for myself,” Larson said. “I definitely developed and got better as a player…

Canadian junior hockey in SJHL next stop for Denver native, Jr. Pios, Thunderbirds alum Fisher

September 7th, 2024

Brick Fisher said Canadian hockey has always appealed to him with its history and style. Now, the Denver native will get to experience that firsthand after recently signing with the SJHL’s Notre Dame Hounds. “This opportunity arose from my family advisor Patrick Bedell,” said Fisher. “Patrick has played a huge role in my hockey journey…

USPHL Premier 2024-25 Division Previews: Northwest Division

September 4th, 2024

Order is 2023-24 regular season finish, followed by new division members Vernal Oilers Season Opener: Sept. 21 vs. Iron County Yeti  The Oilers have been the sole Northwest Division representatives at the Nationals thus far, and they hope to be able to keep up that honor here in 2024-25. General Manager David Imonti is positive…

Former Colorado women’s hockey coach Dessart moves to NCAA D-I level as Vermont’s associate head coach

August 31st, 2024

Just a few short years ago, Kevin Dessart was coaching the UC Boulder women’s hockey team. Fast forward to 2024, and Dessart is now in the NCAA Division I ranks after recently being named associate head coach for the Vermont women’s hockey team. “I am extremely excited to become the associate head coach with the…

Rampage, Thunderbirds alum Carden utilizing strong faith to battle adversity, on and off the ice

August 31st, 2024

Born in Ohio, Michael Carden and his family moved to Florida and then to Colorado all by the time he was six years old. It was once Carden arrived in Colorado that the goaltender’s hockey career took off. “I played for the Colorado Rampage 13U and 14U AAA teams, and after a hiatus due to…

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