NTDP Camp Roster
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NTDP Camp Roster
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Biondi, Michaelis, Smith, Tussey, Faber, Gallatin, Kelley, and Ratzlaff are the Minnesotans on the list.
Faber is the only bantam.
Biondi, Michaelis, Smith, Tussey, Faber, Gallatin, Kelley, and Ratzlaff are the Minnesotans on the list.
Faber is the only bantam.
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Minnesota had five invitees last year (NY had nine), so it is nice to see them reclaim their rightful spot atop the list. The only Minnesotan to make the U17 roster was Drew Helleson (Farmington/Shattuck). Who are the best bets of this year’s group? Surprising to not Gleason on the list - perhaps he turned down an invite?
A few random observations...
1. UMD and Notre Dame lead the way with for commits apiece, while Minnesota has two. Notre Dame typically recruits hard from the NTDP, and the son of their Associate Head Coach (Slaggert) is on the list.
2. Quite a few late-year birthdates, who are typically at a disadvantage compared to their peers in terms of development.
A few random observations...
1. UMD and Notre Dame lead the way with for commits apiece, while Minnesota has two. Notre Dame typically recruits hard from the NTDP, and the son of their Associate Head Coach (Slaggert) is on the list.
2. Quite a few late-year birthdates, who are typically at a disadvantage compared to their peers in terms of development.
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Gleason is an '01, he's too old.Stang5280 wrote:Minnesota had five invitees last year (NY had nine), so it is nice to see them reclaim their rightful spot atop the list. The only Minnesotan to make the U17 roster was Drew Helleson (Farmington/Shattuck). Who are the best bets of this year’s group? Surprising to not Gleason on the list - perhaps he turned down an invite?
A few random observations...
1. UMD and Notre Dame lead the way with for commits apiece, while Minnesota has two. Notre Dame typically recruits hard from the NTDP, and the son of their Associate Head Coach (Slaggert) is on the list.
2. Quite a few late-year birthdates, who are typically at a disadvantage compared to their peers in terms of development.
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Smith said no. https://www.sctimes.com/story/sports/hi ... 484166002/HHawks4Ever wrote:Anyone know how much time they give the players to decide if they are accepting or not?
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Good for him, Cathedral will be loaded next year.Puckguy19 wrote:Smith said no. https://www.sctimes.com/story/sports/hi ... 484166002/HHawks4Ever wrote:Anyone know how much time they give the players to decide if they are accepting or not?
What is Motzko's kid going to do? I assume the family moves to the cities?TheNightman wrote:Good for him, Cathedral will be loaded next year.Puckguy19 wrote:Smith said no. https://www.sctimes.com/story/sports/hi ... 484166002/HHawks4Ever wrote:Anyone know how much time they give the players to decide if they are accepting or not?
He still has a couple of more recruiting visits scheduled !bardown27 wrote:What is Motzko's kid going to do? I assume the family moves to the cities?TheNightman wrote:Good for him, Cathedral will be loaded next year.Puckguy19 wrote: Smith said no. https://www.sctimes.com/story/sports/hi ... 484166002/
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He currently attends a Catholic High School in St. Cloud. On the radio yesterday they speculated that the new coach would live in Woodbury because that's where he lived when he was an assistant coach at the U. Are there any good Catholic high schools for hockey players in the Maplewood/Woodbury vicinity?mulefarm wrote:He still has a couple of more recruiting visits scheduled !bardown27 wrote:What is Motzko's kid going to do? I assume the family moves to the cities?TheNightman wrote: Good for him, Cathedral will be loaded next year.
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Hill-Murray, St. Thomas Academy, and Cretin-Derham Hall certainly qualify.WarmUpTheBus wrote: Are there any good Catholic high schools for hockey players in the Maplewood/Woodbury vicinity?
The football coach bought a house near the basketball coach. There is a house under construction next door to the volleyball coach. I don't know that Woodbury is a lock unless Motzko has already said that is where they'll live. There is no shortage of nice communities for a family relocating to the Twin Cities.
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I didn't know Hill Murray had a hockey team. Thanks for the info.O-townClown wrote:Hill-Murray, St. Thomas Academy, and Cretin-Derham Hall certainly qualify.WarmUpTheBus wrote: Are there any good Catholic high schools for hockey players in the Maplewood/Woodbury vicinity?
The football coach bought a house near the basketball coach. There is a house under construction next door to the volleyball coach. I don't know that Woodbury is a lock unless Motzko has already said that is where they'll live. There is no shortage of nice communities for a family relocating to the Twin Cities.
I have no idea where Mack Motzko will end up. I'm sure there are quite a few folks who hope he's playing for the Crusaders next year. I would be shocked if a few families haven't already offered up a spare bedroom.
On paper alone, next year looks like it will be Cathedral's best team yet. I've heard rumblings that they have even beefed up their schedule with a few more legitimate AA teams next year.
Again, I have no idea where he will end up. I'd imagine it would be tough to leave your buddies with such a good thing going. But, wherever he ends up will have a really good hockey player.
On paper alone, next year looks like it will be Cathedral's best team yet. I've heard rumblings that they have even beefed up their schedule with a few more legitimate AA teams next year.
Again, I have no idea where he will end up. I'd imagine it would be tough to leave your buddies with such a good thing going. But, wherever he ends up will have a really good hockey player.
Wouldn't be surprised at all to see him stay there. Parents aren't that far away and he's old enough to drive.BobSaget wrote:I have no idea where Mack Motzko will end up. I'm sure there are quite a few folks who hope he's playing for the Crusaders next year. I would be shocked if a few families haven't already offered up a spare bedroom.
On paper alone, next year looks like it will be Cathedral's best team yet. I've heard rumblings that they have even beefed up their schedule with a few more legitimate AA teams next year.
Again, I have no idea where he will end up. I'd imagine it would be tough to leave your buddies with such a good thing going. But, wherever he ends up will have a really good hockey player.
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So if they accept, they don't return to high school hockey?HHawks4Ever wrote:Update per the YHH article from yesterday:
Blake Biondi - Hermantown = still undecided
Brock Faber - Osseo-Maple Grove = accepted
Owen Gallatin - WBL = accepted
Connor Kelley - Maple Grove = accepted
Jack Smith - St. Cloud Cathedral = declined
I’m going to push back on this comment a bit. Would you have the same opinion if Smith accepted the offer? I realize this is a high school hockey message board, so we are inclined to be happy when the best players don’t leave early, in large part because it improves our experience as fans. But isn’t that a selfish perspective, and shouldn’t we support whatever decision the players and families feel is in their best interests?TheNightman wrote:Good for him, Cathedral will be loaded next year.Puckguy19 wrote:Smith said no. https://www.sctimes.com/story/sports/hi ... 484166002/
The NTDP is not for everyone given the commitment and sacrifices involved. However, there is no arguing the success of the program in developing players and preparing them for college and even professional hockey. The young men in the NTDP play a ton of games against high-level opposition, and also have the privilege of representing their country in international competition. I just don’t see how you can criticize any player for choosing that route.
It's his opinion. If you are offended easily, than this forum is not for you.Stang5280 wrote:I’m going to push back on this comment a bit. Would you have the same opinion if Smith accepted the offer? I realize this is a high school hockey message board, so we are inclined to be happy when the best players don’t leave early, in large part because it improves our experience as fans. But isn’t that a selfish perspective, and shouldn’t we support whatever decision the players and families feel is in their best interests?TheNightman wrote:Good for him, Cathedral will be loaded next year.Puckguy19 wrote:Smith said no. https://www.sctimes.com/story/sports/hi ... 484166002/
The NTDP is not for everyone given the commitment and sacrifices involved. However, there is no arguing the success of the program in developing players and preparing them for college and even professional hockey. The young men in the NTDP play a ton of games against high-level opposition, and also have the privilege of representing their country in international competition. I just don’t see how you can criticize any player for choosing that route.
That is correct. The NTDP is based in Michigan, and the players move there to train and attend high school. The season spans from September through April, so it is very much a full-time commitment. USHL teams are the primary competition, though there are also international tournaments and the U18 team plays against several college teams.kniven wrote:So if they accept, they don't return to high school hockey?HHawks4Ever wrote:Update per the YHH article from yesterday:
Blake Biondi - Hermantown = still undecided
Brock Faber - Osseo-Maple Grove = accepted
Owen Gallatin - WBL = accepted
Connor Kelley - Maple Grove = accepted
Jack Smith - St. Cloud Cathedral = declined
Thanks Stang......Stang5280 wrote:That is correct. The NTDP is based in Michigan, and the players move there to train and attend high school. The season spans from September through April, so it is very much a full-time commitment. USHL teams are the primary competition, though there are also international tournaments and the U18 team plays against several college teams.kniven wrote:So if they accept, they don't return to high school hockey?HHawks4Ever wrote:Update per the YHH article from yesterday:
Blake Biondi - Hermantown = still undecided
Brock Faber - Osseo-Maple Grove = accepted
Owen Gallatin - WBL = accepted
Connor Kelley - Maple Grove = accepted
Jack Smith - St. Cloud Cathedral = declined