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For Colorado Springs’ Mitchell, move to NCDC’s Bulls chance to play high-level junior hockey
July 3rd, 2023Ryan Mitchell has plans to play NCAA Division I college hockey. And the Colorado Springs native is banking on the USPHL NCDC’s Pueblo Bulls helping to realize his dream. Last month, Mitchell signed with the Bulls, staying in the same state where he played AAA hockey with the Colorado Rampage, Colorado Springs Tigers, and Colorado…
Leafs, Select alum, Basalt native Scott elated with move to play pro hockey in Spain for ’23-24 season
June 22nd, 2023Throughout her hockey career to this point, Stella Scott has played in Colorado, Michigan, Vermont, and New York. Next season, the Basalt native will travel a bit further in beginning her professional career in Spain. “At the beginning of my senior year of college (at NCAA Division I Long Island University), I knew that I…
From the Trainer’s Room: Running for hockey
June 21st, 2023“But I hate running! Why are we running? I skate, I don’t run!” I hear this from almost every hockey player this time of year. But guess what? We still run as part of our offseason training. There are quite a few variables that go into the prescription of the proper amount of running that…
Glenwood Springs’ Tibbetts taking next step in hockey career with USPHL’s Moose
June 21st, 2023Kale Tibbetts knew he wanted to play junior hockey next season, but he didn’t have any leads. Then the Glenwood Springs native started talking to some hockey friends and an opportunity arose with the USPHL’s Minnesota Moose. “A couple kids I played hockey with growing up and continued to play with all my life (TJ…
Tigers grad French finds success with NA3HL’s Bighorns, commits to NCAA D-III Wisconsin-Eau Claire
June 20th, 2023Earlier this offseason, Keaton French was named the NA3HL Goaltender of the Year. French recently added to his accolades by committing to NCAA Division III University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. “I actually reached out to Coach (Matt) Loen this past spring and he responded saying that they were possibly in the market for a goaltender,” explained…
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From the Trainer’s Room: Shoulder injury prevention
June 15th, 2023The shoulder: all sports use them (some more than others), and they tend to be prone to injury. The shoulder is a very mobile joint, and it has the ability to move in multiple directions. While the increased mobility is necessary for the shoulder to function, it comes with a higher injury risk. As the…
Colorado products selected in 2023 junior hockey drafts
June 15th, 2023Over the past couple months, junior hockey leagues have held their annual drafts, selecting players from across the Rubber Hockey coverage areas in the process. Below, in bold, are the players chosen with Colorado and Utah connections. NA3HL Draft – April 19 1st round, 17th overall, Bryce Bethard, F, Rocky Mountain RoughRiders 18U AAA, Butte…
Lone season with Rampage lifts Muhlfeld to junior hockey opportunity with BCHL’s Capitals
June 12th, 2023Jack Muhlfeld grew up in Montana and spent the 2022-23 season with the Colorado Rampage 16U AAA team. Next season, Muhlfeld will make the jump to junior hockey with the BCHL’s Cowichan Capitals. “I was scouted by Cowichan and asked to attend their identification camp in BC last month,” said Muhlfeld. “I grew up in…
Cherry Creek graduate Flay decides on EHL’s Jr. Rangers as junior hockey stop for 2023-24 season
June 12th, 2023Logan Flay was born in Camarillo, Calif., and moved to Colorado at the age of four, calling Aurora home ever since. Once he strapped on the skates in Colorado, he played for the Littleton Hawks through his freshman year of high school before joining the Cherry Creek High School team the last three seasons. Now,…