Drew Walters

fran
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Drew Walters

Post by fran » Mon Apr 05, 2004 4:03 pm

Does anyone have any info on where Drew Walters may play hockey next season?<br> <p></p><i></i>

eastend
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drew

Post by eastend » Mon Apr 05, 2004 7:25 pm

I hope he had something locked in before the great 8.<br>I couldn't believe how bad he was, maybe he was sick. <p></p><i></i>

pokecheck
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Re: drew

Post by pokecheck » Mon Apr 05, 2004 9:00 pm

So someone who plays hockey as a team sport looked bad in the ALL STAR setting. Hmmm <p></p><i></i>

hockette
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Drew Walters

Post by hockette » Wed Apr 07, 2004 11:02 am

Could it be that Drew was coached to fail? The coach<br>seemed to show case his home town boy. Doesn`t<br>Nick have a D-1 commitment? Didn`t Drew take the<br>State Tourny away from that coach? If the chemistry<br>with a line is not working...... Was Drew not #1 in points<br>#3 in points in `03,`04 state tourny,all tournament both<br>years,all area,all conference,player of the year, prep <br>athlete,CCM MVP,Herb Brooks award runner up.......?????<br>A player can`t play 1 against 5...... I`m sure Drew will<br>persevere.... One bad weekend should not ruin a <br>player`s career. <p></p><i></i>

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Re: Drew Walters

Post by Dons » Wed Apr 07, 2004 12:30 pm

Thats exactly it...ONE bad weekend..i didnt see him play in the great 8, but as pointed out..all tournament two years...leading his team in scoring. I dont want to get off topic on hibbings rating, or what not, but Hibbing was not looked at like they were the top dogs in teh section the last two years..and hes been the captain of that ship and brought them to the tournament. I mean..the kid had a hat trick in the all star game. if you are going to argue about performances in those kind of games..look back to the first IR vs. Duluth all star game.<br><br><br>I think his size is the only hinderance, and that is arguable if it can be overcome or not. <p></p><i></i>

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Re: Drew Walters

Post by blueliner10 » Wed Apr 07, 2004 12:39 pm

The only reason nick kemp is going to UMD is because of his size, i sure they work with him on his <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>skating</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--> and puckhandling, and passing before he goes there, after watching him three tiems this year and 2 more at the great 8 i have to say that i thought he needed a lot of work to play at that level <p></p><i></i>

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Drew Walters

Post by bucksony » Thu Apr 08, 2004 1:16 pm

Writer 'Eastend', you must not follow hockey that well. Drew Walters had one 'hell of a year' period!! I totally agree with writer 'Hochette' with regard to how the Hermantown coach set him up to limit his ture abilities. It appears that this alleged resentful coach still had some unfinished business as his Hermantown team was knocked out by Mr. Drew Walters himself in the region 7A finals. That is exactly right. Drew took the state tourney away from Mr. Plante and company. It was so obvious that Drews line and chemistry at the great 8 was not working. Now, you would think that a objective coach would have done something and intervened here for the team not just to his 'showcase' his man from Hermantown. It is this simple. Drew Walters was 'the man' at the state tourney two consecutive years. He took a Hibbing team that was not supposed to go to the state two years in a row and came back with hardware both years. He received awards and awards galore! One weekend and you cut one of the BEST senior players in the state. Bad decision totally. This guy can flat out play and get your team goals. Isn't that what you want? Doesn't anyone remember his hat trick in the all star game and/or his hat trick in the region 7a finals against Hermantown. Wow, real bad mistake done here. Not only is he a true leader but a SMART QUICK and I mean QUICK skater who knows how to get the puck to others and yes put the puck in net. Some college team is going to be real fortunate to land this guy on their team and 'so let it be said and let it be written'<br> <p></p><i></i>

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Drew Walters

Post by bucksony » Thu Apr 08, 2004 1:26 pm

Drew Walters. Somebody had mentioned some question about his size? Drew Walters is plain out TUFF will not back down to anyone. I have seen him put quite a few big Defensemen on their fannies quick. Pound for pound is one of the tuffest hockey players around in years. Yes, Big things do come in smaller packages. Open your eyes <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/intl/aenglish/im ... /smile.gif ALT=":)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <p></p><i></i>

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Re: Drew Walters

Post by Dons » Thu Apr 08, 2004 1:43 pm

I knew bucksony wasnt going to post without getting his shots in, even if it took two. THE man at the last two state tournaments? If your talkin about bein the man on hibbings squad..yeah your probably right, but thats probably the extent of it. He may have hit some bigger defensemen hard..but has he ever layed the wood on a bigger kid who is in the same ability league as him? If he can step up and play at his top notch, he will probably get picked up by a junior team..but the kid isnt a gem that a college team is grossly overlooking. What is that other junior league called? no not the ushl...anyone? <p></p><i></i>

Uncle Puckhead
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Drew

Post by Uncle Puckhead » Thu Apr 08, 2004 1:48 pm

Bucksony,<br>I couldn't have agreed with you more. After watching<br>all three games at the G-8 I totally understand where you are coming from. Drew deserved to play with kids that passed him the puck. Once he passed, he seldom got the puck back. He could have still had a couple of assists, but his linemates couldn't bury the puck either.<br>The D pairings sucked too! A fair coach would have rotated the linemates each game and the D- partners.<br>It sucked watching one D constantly cover the butt of his weak partner. <br>My thought in these observations is that next year, whomever coaches these kids should be able to rotate them and they will be able to play with anybody.<br>Isn't that what the scouts are looking for???????<br><br>I'll take Drew on my team any day of the week.<br>Good luck to you Drew, hope that shoulder is feeling better. <p></p><i></i>

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Great 8

Post by The Masked Man » Thu Apr 08, 2004 3:59 pm

One would like to think that some of the favoritism that has been mentioned is this thread doesn't happen. But sad to say it does. Political ties in the coaching ranks run deep. This is not to say that this is true to of all coaches. A few rotten apples can spoil the bunch. Maybe what should be looked at in future events like this is that the coaches that are chosen should not be allowed to coach players from within their sections. This may level the playing field and allow the players to be looked at from a different light. <p></p><i></i>

bucksony
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DREW WALTERS!

Post by bucksony » Thu Apr 08, 2004 8:49 pm

Again and again, writer 'Dons' still dons get it! He continues be critical of reality statements/comments from myself and others and especially when it comes to Hibbing and their great run again this year. For the record, there have been so many other true objective hockey fans/players who continue to wholeheartly concur with me and especially with comments regarding the Hibbing hockey team and its players. Writer 'Dons' whoever you are you really should learn to 'let go' and earn whatever credibility you have back. I certainly have no aspirations of trying to convince and/or change you differently. Yes it is true that everyone is entitled to their own opinion and that is all I will give you. Again, Drew Walters was the MAN for Hibbing this year. That says it all! He really made things happen and did not back down to anyone. Pound for pound, I would put him against anyone. Lets wish Mr. Walters the best in his future endeavors with hockey. He is has truely earned his right to move onto the next level whatever level that may be. <p></p><i></i>

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Re: DREW WALTERS!

Post by hockey88 » Fri Apr 09, 2004 9:57 am

I would just like to know why everyone keeps saying he never backed down from anyone... since when do people fight in high school hockey. I would wait til the kid gets to juniors and plays some games before I would be throwing out hes the toughest kid pound for pound. Totally different game, totally different tough guys. If you think your tough in the NA, youd better be able to back it up or just stick to scoring goals. <p></p><i></i>

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Re: DREW WALTERS!

Post by tooold2tell » Fri Apr 09, 2004 10:15 am

Wake up people, I think the Hermantown coach is bigger than that. He's a good coach, and is above any personal agendas towards any player. I wonder if Mr. Plante's kid was looked over a time or two during his career, I bet he just told Derek to go out and work harder and your time will come, instead of making excuses and blaming others for any setback that he may have had. As far as the Walters kids toughness, if giving out late hits, shots to the back of the head, and a slash after the whistle is a sign of toughness, then he's one tough player. But when the game gets physical, he disappears. If he deserved to make the Chicago Showcase he would have. His brother Shea, on the other hand, has the talent and demeaner to play at the next level. Obviously, Drew was a little lost without his younger brother around to help him out. Remember one thing, goals are what win games, however, the real hockey people are watching what he's doing while not scoring, keep that in mind. <p></p><i></i>

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Drew Walters

Post by bucksony » Fri Apr 09, 2004 1:37 pm

All I'm saying is that if you watched the great 8, you would know exactly what I'm am talking about. I certainly am not attempting to generate any excuses but I concur with writer 'hockette' regarding the responsibility of the coach to be able to flex and make changes for the better with team chemistry. That's all that I'm saying and no matter who you are (coach, fan, player, etc), everyone has feelings and sometimes people make selected decisions based on those feelings. This is not about making excuses and/or blaiming others. It is simply about putting things into perspective and considering possibilities. One thing is for sure and that is Mr. Plante was indeed quite upset after their loss to Hibbing and his nonresponsiveness to the media and others after the game does say something. Writer 'hockey88' the mention about pound for pound is not about fighting it is about not being intimidated by others and about knowing how use his smaller body against bigger players. Without any question, Drew was strong on his skates and knew how to use use his body leverage/balance. If you followed any Hibbing Hockey, you would then know what this means. Yes, without any question(s) and/or reservation, the junior league is truly different ballgame and the expectations are significantly higher. I know that this kid (Drew Walters) can play in this league. He has the heart of a lion and determination needed. It is not about being the tuff guy, it is about carring oneself and backing this up with performing. Drew is a team playmaker and scorer. Now, writer 'tooold2tell', are you saying that Drew Walters was some sort of a dirty player (as you made inference to when you stated, "if giving out late hits, shots to the back of the head, and a slash after the whistle... when the game gets physical, he disappears")? If this was your intention, then you really need to open your eyes or else make an appointment for a new prescription. Drew 100% deserved to make the Chicagp showcase and for some odd and who can guess reason did not. I agree that his brother Shea can also play at the next level. Without any question, Drew had missed his brothers play. These two brothers truely unite/ignite one another. <p></p><i></i>

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Drew Walters

Post by rabbittsr » Fri Apr 09, 2004 1:57 pm

People keep talking about team chemistry, did the Great 8 team that Drew Walters played for not take 2nd place losing in the championship game 2-1. <p></p><i></i>

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Drew Walters

Post by UG09 » Fri Apr 09, 2004 5:37 pm

I find it very hard to believe that you attended the great 8. First of all you speak about Mr. Plante as if he were the head coach. The coach from Grand Rapids was the one who dictated lines and ice time. Mr. Plante didn't even make it to the practices because of conflicting commitments. As far as Drew goes, he knows why he didn't make the chicago showcase. For whatever reason, he didn't have a good weekend. So What? It doesn't mean he isn't a good hockey player. You obviously were not watching the same games that I was. Drew is a kid, and only a kid, and it is hard to perform at a high level consistently especially without his brother. Drew should not have made the Chicago Showcase because of the following: lack of points; he consistently was outmuscled; he looked and played very small; he was getting thrown around almost from the drop of the puck (he got hit so hard during the first game I didn't think he was going to get up); his linemates didn't have any chemistry; he was frustrated and it showed. Again, this does not mean he is not a good hockey player but only that he had a bad weekend. For you to state that he deserved to be picked for the Chicago Showcase only makes me question your objectivity to anything Hibbing. It is ok to admit that Drew is only human....... <p></p><i></i>

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Nick Kemp

Post by UG09 » Fri Apr 09, 2004 5:49 pm

What????? I'm sure coach Sandelin picked the kid from Hermantown because he can't skate or pass. I suppose that is why he has already been drafted in the USHL and has numerous inquiries from professional scouts. I suppose they think he can't skate or pass either.... <p></p><i></i>

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Drew Walters

Post by bucksony » Sat Apr 10, 2004 12:22 pm

OK writer, 'UG09' whatever! All I can say is that I heard selected information from a VERY RELIABLE source and that is all I am going to say about that. We all realize that Drew did not have the alleged required points in this tournament but it really is unfortunate that the Chicago decision was based only on this one tournament. It is not my intention in any way to portray Drew as any victim because that is the complete antithesis! Everyone knows what his capabilities are. That's all that really matters/counts anyway. In case you forgot, Drew had been playing hurt most of year and certainly was not 100% physically by the end of the season. Nonetheless, this man, continued to give it his ALL no matter how much gas he had left in his tank. Yes, I totally agree that both Drew and Shae Walters make the 'whole greater than the sum of its parts' and when one of them parts is missing, the other one is certainly impacted. Again, considering his playing year and accomplishments, I continue to hold my position that he should have been picked period! Whether this is complete objectivity or not isn't the real point. Thanks for the dialogue <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/intl/aenglish/im ... /smile.gif ALT=":)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <p></p><i></i>

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Drew Walters

Post by Hockeyfanatic23 » Sat Apr 10, 2004 5:51 pm

Drew Walters won't go D1 and if he does he won't be good. You have to have size to make it to the next level. Everyone remember Dave Spehar? He was one hell of a high school hockey player, but because of his size he sucked at college. <p></p><i></i>

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drew

Post by bighair10 » Sun Apr 11, 2004 8:53 am

Size can definitely be a hindrance as well as it can help you. Do you know Andrea Nichols A.K.A. SHORTY who is currently playing D-1 hockey for the U of M???!!! Drew will play D-1...he has what it takes just you watch. Anyone who knows Drew like I do knows that when you tell him he cannot do something it provides more drive than anyone could ever imagine. In a very short time, Drew will be 100%...look at all his accomplishments with a bum shoulder. Someone brought up a very good point...57 games and how many times did his shoulder get hurt???!!! Plus someone brought up that hit in the first period at the G-8? Anyone watching that game could see that it was crap hockey! Nick Kemp didn't stick out at the tourny and neither did anyone else because the Great players like Drew and Nick and a select others don't play down to Crap hockey. Who wouldn't get frustrated when the games is played with a bunch of unskilled players who just run around and hit people. Wow! If you want to see some Great hockey...watch the Elite League! p.s.....you have to be Elite to be there? Was Drew not there??!!! Showcase is Crap with Crap hockey! <p></p><i></i>

Mucker
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Does size matter?

Post by Mucker » Sun Apr 11, 2004 8:57 am

Drew Walters is good enough to play D-1, despite his height. Tyler Hirsch (5-9), B.J. Radovich (5-9) and Nick Licari (5-<!--EZCODE EMOTICON START 8) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/intl/aenglish/im ... lasses.gif ALT="8)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> are some examples of players doing just fine in the W.C.H.A. Does anyone remember Aaron Broten? <p></p><i></i>

bighair10
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UMD size???

Post by bighair10 » Sun Apr 11, 2004 10:05 am

Thank you Mucker! Here are a few more! I noticed something of interest in my research and found that UMD has a very interesting trend on their team. Below are all their players under 6 feet! <br><br> Name Pos. Ht. Wt. Yr. Hometown/Previous Team <br><br>3 Jay Hardwick D 5-11 190 Sr Warroad, MN <br>6 Todd Smith D 5-10 185 Jr Anchorage, AK <br>10 Jeff McFarland C 5-10 165 Fr Plymouth, MN <br>11 Tyler Brosz C/W 5-10 175 Jr Medicine Hat, ALTA <br>15 Evan Schwabe C 5-9 155 Jr Moose Jaw, SASK <br>21 Luke Stauffacher-AC C/W 5-7 170 Jr Sun Prairie, WI <br>23 Tim Stapleton C 5-9 160 So Western Springs, IL <br>25 Jesse Unklesbay C 5-10 180 Sr Maplewood, MN <br>27 Marco Peluso W 5-10 160 Jr Bovey, MN <br>29 Josh Miskovich W 5-10 180 Jr Pengilly, MN <br>39 Isaac Reichmuth G 5-11 175 So Fruitvale<br><br>Almost half of their team! The average height is between 5’9 and 5’10!!!!! The average weight is 177#!!!!!!!!! Hum…how did so many “small players” from UMD make it so far this season? Hum………………………………………..<br><br> <p></p><i></i>

bucksony
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Drew Walters/Patience

Post by bucksony » Sun Apr 11, 2004 6:36 pm

Writer, 'Hockeyfanatic23', I hope that you read some of the last entries by writers 'bighair10' and 'Mucker'. They also seem to know what's really up and happening with this talented player. It's this simple: Drew Walters will prove you ('Hockeyfanatic23') and others wrong. Like writer 'bighair10' stated, ...Anyone who knows Drew like I do knows that when you tell him he cannot do something it provides more drive than anyone could ever imagine." So continue to doubt him and he will more than ever build on this as added incentive to 'smoke off' critics like you big time! I totally agree that Drew far to is too talented for this 'Crap Hockey'. He will eventually be back and even better than 100%. If you are a true hockey fan and/or player, you can only support his position. <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/intl/aenglish/im ... /smile.gif ALT=":)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <br> <p></p><i></i>

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Radovich

Post by Skatingslow » Sun Apr 11, 2004 7:36 pm

Yes BJ Radovich was good in high-school, but you could name better people for your arguement then him. He hasn't done much at all <p></p><i></i>

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