Nichols School and the Buffalo Regals U18 have never shared the ice in the history of either program...until now. In a game that lived up to all of the hype, Nichols prevailed 3-2 on an Andrew Stein slapshot with 32 seconds remaining.
It wasn't all smiled for Nichols. Just 30 seconds into the game, Tyler Gjurich scored on an Alex Sylvia rebound. The Regals put Nichols on its heels with a physical, up tempo play. With 34 seconds remaining in the first period, Jase Stahlecker scored a power play goal to send the Regals into the locker room with a 2-0 lead. The Regals outshot Nichols 15-6 for the period.
The second period was a different story. Nichols settled down and began to execute. Andrew Poturalski scored 34 seconds into the second period and gave Nichols a spark. Although the period ended with a Regals 2-1 lead, Nichols began to turn the tide by outshooting the Regals 10-4.
The third was an exciting period with the play moving from end to end. Each team had its chances, but it was Andrew Stein who tied the game at 2 when he rifled a slapshot under the crossbar. His heroics would continue with the gamewinner in the final minute. Brandon Mueller earned his 5th win of the season with 26 saves, and Mike Rotolo took the loss for the Regals making 24 saves. It was a great game for Buffalo. Two great teams battled into the final minute.
The Vikings prepare for the Lawrenceville tournament from Dec. 19-20 and the Belmont Hill Tournament Dec. 28-30.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Nichols 3, Buffalo Regals U18AAA 2
Poturalski 1g
A Stein 2g (GWG)
Mueller 26 saves
A Stein 2g (GWG)
Mueller 26 saves
More details in the morning.
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Saturday, December 12, 2009
Nichols Steals One at St. Andrew's
Winning on the road is tough Winning at St. Andrew's is rare. The Nichols Boys Prep hockey team accomplished just that as they walked away with a 2-1 victory.
The game was slow and boring, just the way Nichols wanted it. St. Andrews had a difficult time establishing any type of rhythm as Nichols held the defending CISAA champs to just 23 shots. The first period ended with Nichols down 1-0, but there was no signs of panic from the Vikings. Andrew Poturalski scored on the power play and Charlie Stein scored shorthanded,both in the second period, to give Nichols a lead they would never relinquish. Peter Borgesi was strong in net making 22 saves.
The win puts Nichols in sole possession of first place of the CISAA going into the new year. Next up for the Vikings is a home game on December 16. Nichols will take on the Buffalo Regals U18AAA at 7:00.
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Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Nichols Wins Home Opener
After traveling to Toronto, Massachussets, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, the boys from Nichols were looking forward to a game in Buffalo. Nichols came out of the gate strong, and never took the foot off of the gas as they defeated Ridley College (ON) 6-2 to earn its second CISAA League win of the season and its sixth win overall.
Patrick Thompson scored 1 minute into the first period to get the ball rolling. Six minutes later, Jack O'Connor finished a nice 2-on-1 to put the Vikings up 2-0. A few careless plays with the puck allowed Ridley to deadlock the score at the end of the first period at 2-2.
It only took 19 seconds for Nichols to take the lead for good as Ryan Stayner buried a Charlie Stein rebound to start the second period. Nichols found themselves in penalty trouble taking 9 miutes in penalties in the second period which allowed Ridley to get plenty of good looks at the net. Brandon Mueller was up to the task as he made 13 of his 32 saves in the second period alone.
After getting out of penalty trouble in the second, Nichols went to work in the third. Ryan Stayner scored his second goal of the game on a quick 2-on 1. Freshman Nick Smith scored his first career goal 17 seconds later to give Nichols a 5-2 lead. Matt Benedict added a power play goal with under a minute remaining to finish the scoring.
Nichols will hit the road again as they travel to St. Andrew's for a CISAA League game on Friday, Dec. 11. The puck drops at 3:00 in Aurora.
Patrick Thompson scored 1 minute into the first period to get the ball rolling. Six minutes later, Jack O'Connor finished a nice 2-on-1 to put the Vikings up 2-0. A few careless plays with the puck allowed Ridley to deadlock the score at the end of the first period at 2-2.
It only took 19 seconds for Nichols to take the lead for good as Ryan Stayner buried a Charlie Stein rebound to start the second period. Nichols found themselves in penalty trouble taking 9 miutes in penalties in the second period which allowed Ridley to get plenty of good looks at the net. Brandon Mueller was up to the task as he made 13 of his 32 saves in the second period alone.
After getting out of penalty trouble in the second, Nichols went to work in the third. Ryan Stayner scored his second goal of the game on a quick 2-on 1. Freshman Nick Smith scored his first career goal 17 seconds later to give Nichols a 5-2 lead. Matt Benedict added a power play goal with under a minute remaining to finish the scoring.
Nichols will hit the road again as they travel to St. Andrew's for a CISAA League game on Friday, Dec. 11. The puck drops at 3:00 in Aurora.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Nichols 5, Lawrenceville 1
Benedict 2g
O'Connor, Thompson, C. Stein 1g each
Borgesi 20 saves
O'Connor, Thompson, C. Stein 1g each
Borgesi 20 saves
More details when we return to Buffalo.
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Nichols 2, Hill 1
Poturalski GWG
Marks PPG
Mueller 37 saves
Marks PPG
Mueller 37 saves
More details when the team returns to Buffalo.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Nichols Comes Back to Defeat Brunswick 3-2
Game 2 of the Berkshire showcase was a challenge for the Vikings. With only 3 hours to recover from their first game of the day, Nichols started slowly, allowing Brunswick to take a 2-0 lead. Sloppy play and a lackluster effort allowed Brunswick considerable time and opportunity in the Nichols end of the rink. Andrew Poturalski gave the team life with just over 2 minutes remaining in the first half, and the game instantly changed. Nichols began to find its stride and take control of the game.
The second half proved to be all Nichols with the majority of the play taking place in the Brunswick end of the rink. Lucas Walsh tied the game with 11 minutes remaining in the game, and Charlie Stein buried a rebound with 4 minutes left to give Nichols a lead it would not relinquish. Peter Borgesi was strong in net for his first start of the season making 15 saves as Nichols outshot Brunswick 30-17.
Nichols will return to action on the road against the Hill School and Lawrenceville this weekend.
The second half proved to be all Nichols with the majority of the play taking place in the Brunswick end of the rink. Lucas Walsh tied the game with 11 minutes remaining in the game, and Charlie Stein buried a rebound with 4 minutes left to give Nichols a lead it would not relinquish. Peter Borgesi was strong in net for his first start of the season making 15 saves as Nichols outshot Brunswick 30-17.
Nichols will return to action on the road against the Hill School and Lawrenceville this weekend.
Nichols Downs Pomfret in Game 1
It had been two weeks since their first game. Exams and Thanksgiving had limited practice to just 4 practices in two weeks. The opponent was to be one of the better teams in New England Prep Hockey, but Nichols came ready to play and earned a 4-1 victory over the Pomfret School in the Berkshire Prep School Showcase. Andrew Poturalski paced the Nichols offense with 3 goals and 1 assist while Brandon Mueller anchored the defense making 27 saves in the game.
The games were structured with two 25 minute halves, and the Vikings came out firing on all cylinders from the opening faceoff. Poturalski scored his first goal of the game on the power play 11 minutes into the first half on a great individual effort. The score in the first would end 1-0 as Nichols outshot their opponent 15-10 for the half.
The second half started much differently. Pomfret came out with a jump in their step and put a lot of pucks on Mueller. However, Nichols weathered the storm and James Randaccio took advantage of a nifty pass from Charlie Stein to give Nichols a 2-0 lead just 6 minutes into the second half. AS the momentum began to gradually shift in favor of Nichols, Poturalski put the nail in the coffin with his second power play goal with just 12 minutes remaining. Pomfret would add a power play goal of their own to close the gap, but Poturalski restored the three goal lead just two minutes later with a shorthanded tally. Nichols outshot Pomfret 30-28 for the game.
Game 2 will take place shortly as Nichols takes on the Brunswick Bruins, a day school in Grennwich, Ct.
The games were structured with two 25 minute halves, and the Vikings came out firing on all cylinders from the opening faceoff. Poturalski scored his first goal of the game on the power play 11 minutes into the first half on a great individual effort. The score in the first would end 1-0 as Nichols outshot their opponent 15-10 for the half.
The second half started much differently. Pomfret came out with a jump in their step and put a lot of pucks on Mueller. However, Nichols weathered the storm and James Randaccio took advantage of a nifty pass from Charlie Stein to give Nichols a 2-0 lead just 6 minutes into the second half. AS the momentum began to gradually shift in favor of Nichols, Poturalski put the nail in the coffin with his second power play goal with just 12 minutes remaining. Pomfret would add a power play goal of their own to close the gap, but Poturalski restored the three goal lead just two minutes later with a shorthanded tally. Nichols outshot Pomfret 30-28 for the game.
Game 2 will take place shortly as Nichols takes on the Brunswick Bruins, a day school in Grennwich, Ct.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Nichols Prep Defeats St. Michael's to Win Season Opener
In the season opener, the Nichols Prep team traveled to St. Michael's College and left with a 3-1 victory. From the opening faceoff, it was evident that Nichols was ready to compete. Nichols came out hard, finishing checks and winning the battle of the boards, and they were eventually rewarded on the scoresheet. Ten minutes into the first period, Charlie Stein took a Derek Marks pass down the left wing boards and fired a low snapshot to give Nichols their first goal of the season and the 1-0 lead. The lead was short lived as St. Mikes scored on a defnsive zone turnover three minutes later to even the score at 1-1.
The second period saw both teams trade power plays, but it was clear that Nichols was gaining strength and starting to gain confidence. Although the score was still tied at 1-1, the Nichols team began to generate numerous scoring chances.
It was the in third period that Nichols began to take control of the game. Most of the period was spent in the St. Mike's end of the rink, and at the 10 minute mark, Matt Benedict was able to finally break the tie as he slipped a wrist shot under the crossbar to finsh a quick two-on-one with Andrew Stein. Nichols turned up the pressure and shut down any chance of a St. Michael's attack. With the St. Mike's goalie pulled, Avery Coppins scored on the empty net to put the game away. Brandon Mueller made 16 saves in the win as Nichols outshot St. Mikes 43-17 for the game.
The prep team will take a break for exams and the Thanksgiving holiday and will return to play when they travel to the Berkshire Showcase on November 30. Nichols will play Pomfret School(Ct.) at 9:00am and Brunswick School (Ct.) at 1:00.
The second period saw both teams trade power plays, but it was clear that Nichols was gaining strength and starting to gain confidence. Although the score was still tied at 1-1, the Nichols team began to generate numerous scoring chances.
It was the in third period that Nichols began to take control of the game. Most of the period was spent in the St. Mike's end of the rink, and at the 10 minute mark, Matt Benedict was able to finally break the tie as he slipped a wrist shot under the crossbar to finsh a quick two-on-one with Andrew Stein. Nichols turned up the pressure and shut down any chance of a St. Michael's attack. With the St. Mike's goalie pulled, Avery Coppins scored on the empty net to put the game away. Brandon Mueller made 16 saves in the win as Nichols outshot St. Mikes 43-17 for the game.
The prep team will take a break for exams and the Thanksgiving holiday and will return to play when they travel to the Berkshire Showcase on November 30. Nichols will play Pomfret School(Ct.) at 9:00am and Brunswick School (Ct.) at 1:00.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Nichols-Belmont Hill Holiday Tournament Schedule
-- All games at the Belmont Hill School; Belmont, Mass.
Green Division:
Belmont Hill, Hebron, Kimball Union, Ridley College.
Blue Division:
Nichols, Millbrook, South Kent, St. Francis School.
Mon. Dec. 28, 2009:
9:00 am – Belmont Hill vs. Hebron
11:00 am – Kimball Union vs. Ridley
1:00 pm – Nichols vs. Milllbrook
3:00 pm – South Kent vs. St. Francis
6:00 pm – Ridley vs. Belmont Hill
8:00 pm – Kimball Union vs. Hebron
Tues. Dec. 29, 2009:
9:00 am – South Kent vs. Nichols
11:00 am – Millbrook vs. St. Francis
1:00 pm – Ridley vs. Hebron
3:00 pm – Belmont Hill vs. Kimball Union
6:00 pm – Nichols vs. St. Francis
8:00 pm – Millbrook vs. South Kent
Wed. Dec. 30, 2009:
9:00 am -- Semifinal #1: 1st place Blue vs. 2nd place Green
11:00 am – Semifinal #2: 1st place Green vs. 2nd place Blue
2:00 pm -- 7th Place Game: 4th place teams
4:00 pm -- 5th Place Game: 3rd place teams
6:30 pm -- Championship
Green Division:
Belmont Hill, Hebron, Kimball Union, Ridley College.
Blue Division:
Nichols, Millbrook, South Kent, St. Francis School.
Mon. Dec. 28, 2009:
9:00 am – Belmont Hill vs. Hebron
11:00 am – Kimball Union vs. Ridley
1:00 pm – Nichols vs. Milllbrook
3:00 pm – South Kent vs. St. Francis
6:00 pm – Ridley vs. Belmont Hill
8:00 pm – Kimball Union vs. Hebron
Tues. Dec. 29, 2009:
9:00 am – South Kent vs. Nichols
11:00 am – Millbrook vs. St. Francis
1:00 pm – Ridley vs. Hebron
3:00 pm – Belmont Hill vs. Kimball Union
6:00 pm – Nichols vs. St. Francis
8:00 pm – Millbrook vs. South Kent
Wed. Dec. 30, 2009:
9:00 am -- Semifinal #1: 1st place Blue vs. 2nd place Green
11:00 am – Semifinal #2: 1st place Green vs. 2nd place Blue
2:00 pm -- 7th Place Game: 4th place teams
4:00 pm -- 5th Place Game: 3rd place teams
6:30 pm -- Championship
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Roster Trimmed to 26
After 3 days of training camp, the Nichols Prep Hockey Roster has been trimmed from 34 to 26 players. Currently, the team features 15 forwards, 9 defensemen, and 2 goalies. By Wednesday of next week, the roster will be set at 20 players.
Earlier this afternoon, Coach Printz commented, "There are never any easy decisions when you are sending players down. We think we are getting closer to putting together a group of guys who are going to compete at a high level and reach their potential. We are committed to making this program the top program in Western New york once again."
Good luck to all.
Earlier this afternoon, Coach Printz commented, "There are never any easy decisions when you are sending players down. We think we are getting closer to putting together a group of guys who are going to compete at a high level and reach their potential. We are committed to making this program the top program in Western New york once again."
Good luck to all.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Randaccio Leads White to Victory Over Green
In the annual Green and White game, junior forward James Randaccio paced the white team to a 3-1 victory behind his two goals, including the game-winner. Freshman Nick Smith opened the scoring for White as he buried a wrist shot from the top of the circle about halfway through the first half. The score would stay at 1-0 for White going into the second half.
Green began the half with a great deal of pressure. The ice had tipped, and green was finally rewarded when Colin Wegner one-timed a nifty feed from freshman Frankie Cefalu into the empty net. White came back strong and the puck fell to the stick of James Randaccio during a goalmouth scramble. Randaccio put the game away when he slipped a wrist shot from the slot up under the crossbar with just over 2 minutes remaining.
"I saw a lot of things I liked. The pace was quick, and everyone elevated their games for the final day before first cuts. It was better than I had expected after only three days," said Coach Printz at the end of the game.
"We (the coaching staff) are going to have some tough decisions to make. A lot of guys have made it difficult for us because of their play tonight."
The roster will be trimmed to approximately 25 players on Thursday morning. The final roster will be set by November 14.
Green began the half with a great deal of pressure. The ice had tipped, and green was finally rewarded when Colin Wegner one-timed a nifty feed from freshman Frankie Cefalu into the empty net. White came back strong and the puck fell to the stick of James Randaccio during a goalmouth scramble. Randaccio put the game away when he slipped a wrist shot from the slot up under the crossbar with just over 2 minutes remaining.
"I saw a lot of things I liked. The pace was quick, and everyone elevated their games for the final day before first cuts. It was better than I had expected after only three days," said Coach Printz at the end of the game.
"We (the coaching staff) are going to have some tough decisions to make. A lot of guys have made it difficult for us because of their play tonight."
The roster will be trimmed to approximately 25 players on Thursday morning. The final roster will be set by November 14.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
62nd Annual Lawrenceville Christmas Tournament
-- at Lawrenceville and Princeton, NJ; Dec. 19-20, 2009
Participating Schools:
Belmont Hill
Canterbury
Choate
Lawrenceville
Nichols
Northfield-Mt. Hermon
Taft
Upper Canada College
Sat. Dec. 19, 2009:
9:00 am – Game 1: Choate vs. Nichols
9:00 am – Game 2: Belmont Hill vs. NMH (@ Baker Rink; Princeton University)
11:00 am – Game 3: Lawrenceville vs. Canterbury
11:00 am – Game 4: Taft vs. UCC (@ Baker Rink; Princeton University)
2:00 pm – Game 5: Losers of Games 1 & 2
4:00 pm – Game 6: Losers of Games 3 & 4
7:00 pm – Game 7: Winners of Games 1 & 2
9:00 pm – Game 8: Winners of Games 3 & 4
Sun. Dec. 20, 2009:
8:00 am – Losers of Games 5 & 6
10:00 am – Winners of Games 5 & 6
12:00 pm – Losers of Games 7 & 8
2:30 pm – Championship Game: Winners of Games 7 & 8
Participating Schools:
Belmont Hill
Canterbury
Choate
Lawrenceville
Nichols
Northfield-Mt. Hermon
Taft
Upper Canada College
Sat. Dec. 19, 2009:
9:00 am – Game 1: Choate vs. Nichols
9:00 am – Game 2: Belmont Hill vs. NMH (@ Baker Rink; Princeton University)
11:00 am – Game 3: Lawrenceville vs. Canterbury
11:00 am – Game 4: Taft vs. UCC (@ Baker Rink; Princeton University)
2:00 pm – Game 5: Losers of Games 1 & 2
4:00 pm – Game 6: Losers of Games 3 & 4
7:00 pm – Game 7: Winners of Games 1 & 2
9:00 pm – Game 8: Winners of Games 3 & 4
Sun. Dec. 20, 2009:
8:00 am – Losers of Games 5 & 6
10:00 am – Winners of Games 5 & 6
12:00 pm – Losers of Games 7 & 8
2:30 pm – Championship Game: Winners of Games 7 & 8
Monday, November 2, 2009
34 Report to Training Camp
Nichols Boys Prep hockey has begun its training camp for the 2009-2010 season, and 34 players have reported for consideration. Currently there are 21 forwards, 11 defense and 2 goalies at camp. The roster will be trimmed to 25 players (15 forwards, 8 defense and 2 goalies) on Wednesday. The following week, the roster will settle on its final 20-22 players.
Day 2 of camp will feature a practice from 6:00 - 7:10pm, and day 3, the final day before first cuts, will feature a Green and White intersquad game (see article below) at 6:00pm.
Day 2 of camp will feature a practice from 6:00 - 7:10pm, and day 3, the final day before first cuts, will feature a Green and White intersquad game (see article below) at 6:00pm.
Annual Green and White Game Set for November 4
Nichols Boys Prep Hockey will hold a Green and White game open to the public on November 4 at 6:00pm. The game will be an intersquad game involving the players who are trying to make the prep hockey team. This will be the first year that Nichols has held this game.
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Berkshire Jamboree Schedule
The annual Larry Piatelli Jamboree will face off on Monday, November 30th at the Berkshire School in Sheffield, Mass. Each game will consist of two 25-minute halves.
Participating schools:
Berkshire
Brunswick
The Gunnery
Kent
Nichols
Northfield Mount-Hermon
Pomfret
South Kent
Monday, November 30, 2009:
Rink 1:
9:30 am -- Pomfret vs. Nichols
11:30 am -- Berkshire vs. Kent
1:30 pm -- NMH vs. Pomfret
3:30 pm -- Berkshire vs. Gunnery
Rink 2:
10:00 am -- Brunswick vs. NMH
12:00 pm -- South Kent vs. Gunnery
2:00 pm -- Brunswick vs. Nichols
4:00 pm -- South Kent v Kent
Participating schools:
Berkshire
Brunswick
The Gunnery
Kent
Nichols
Northfield Mount-Hermon
Pomfret
South Kent
Monday, November 30, 2009:
Rink 1:
9:30 am -- Pomfret vs. Nichols
11:30 am -- Berkshire vs. Kent
1:30 pm -- NMH vs. Pomfret
3:30 pm -- Berkshire vs. Gunnery
Rink 2:
10:00 am -- Brunswick vs. NMH
12:00 pm -- South Kent vs. Gunnery
2:00 pm -- Brunswick vs. Nichols
4:00 pm -- South Kent v Kent
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Open Ice for Nichols Hockey Players
The ice will be open to all Nichols hockey players from 3:40-4:50pm on Thursday 10/29 and Friday 10/30. Full equipment is required.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Tryouts Set to Begin November 2
It is that time of year again. The leaves are falling, the clocks are turning back, and Nichols School Hockey tryouts are about to begin. Fifty players attended an organizational meeting this past Monday to discuss the week ahead, and the schedule for tryout week has been announced. Tryout will be held over four days, and decisions will be made by November 7.
All players intending to tryout for the Prep team will skate from 6:00-7:00pm.
All players who are not trying out for the Prep team will skate from 5:00-5:50pm.
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Sunday, October 25, 2009
Nichols Defeats Monroe to Finish 4-1-1
The Nichols Vikings Fall Development Team traveled to Lakeshore Hockey Arena to play the Monroe County U-18 Eagles in its final game of the fall season and came home with a 4-2 victory. The win gives the Vikings a final record of 4-1-1 in the fall.
Nick Smith, who missed the last three games due to injury, was welcomed back as he paced the offense with 2 goals and 1 assist. His linemate Patrick Thompson had 1 goal and 2 assists. Brandon Mueller was a key part of the victory with his stellar play in net.
Nichols broke out to a 2 goal lead in the first half with both goals coming off the stick of Smith. Monroe cut the lead in half, but Nichols responded with a breakaway goal from Andrew Poturalski and a one-timer from Patrick Thompson. Monroe made things interesting when they scored 12 seconds later to make it 4-2, but Mueller and the defense shut the door on Monroe.
Nick Smith, who missed the last three games due to injury, was welcomed back as he paced the offense with 2 goals and 1 assist. His linemate Patrick Thompson had 1 goal and 2 assists. Brandon Mueller was a key part of the victory with his stellar play in net.
Nichols broke out to a 2 goal lead in the first half with both goals coming off the stick of Smith. Monroe cut the lead in half, but Nichols responded with a breakaway goal from Andrew Poturalski and a one-timer from Patrick Thompson. Monroe made things interesting when they scored 12 seconds later to make it 4-2, but Mueller and the defense shut the door on Monroe.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Nichols Falls in Game 2 vs Amherst
The Nichols fall team traveled to the Pepsi Center to play game 2 against Amherst but lost its first game of the season 4-2. The game lacked intensity, and Amherst was able to capitalize on many Nichols turnovers.
The first period ended 0-0, and it was as exciting as it sounds. Neither team generated great offensive chances. Amherst finally broke the tie in the second, as the period ended at 1-0. Nichols tied the score 1-1 early in the third on a Jack O'Connor goal, but Amherst quickly regained the lead, scoring two goals on Nichols defensive zone turnovers. With the goaltender pulled, Wilson Vershay was able to bring the score to 3-2, but a stick handling error lead to an Amherst empty net goal and a final score of 4-2.
Nichols will play its final game of the fall on October 25 on the road against the Monroe County U-18. The puck drops at Lakeshore in Rochester at 3:15pm.
The first period ended 0-0, and it was as exciting as it sounds. Neither team generated great offensive chances. Amherst finally broke the tie in the second, as the period ended at 1-0. Nichols tied the score 1-1 early in the third on a Jack O'Connor goal, but Amherst quickly regained the lead, scoring two goals on Nichols defensive zone turnovers. With the goaltender pulled, Wilson Vershay was able to bring the score to 3-2, but a stick handling error lead to an Amherst empty net goal and a final score of 4-2.
Nichols will play its final game of the fall on October 25 on the road against the Monroe County U-18. The puck drops at Lakeshore in Rochester at 3:15pm.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Nichols Earns Another Win
With seven forwards, four defenseman and 2 goalies, Nichols dug deep to earn another victory against West Seneca U-18 AAA 4-2. Despite the short numbers, Nichols played an intelligent game to earn the win, managing the ice well and protecting the middle of the rink.
Tom Mediak scored the first goal of the game for Nichols finding the net on a goalmouth scramble while on the power play. West Seneca tied the score five minutes later beating Brandon Mueller on an odd deflection, but Jack O'Connor gave Nichols the lead for good when he converted a Wilson Vershay pass. To add insurance to the lead, Ryan Stayner put one over the glove just 8 seconds later.
The second half of the game was sloppy at times as both teams began to wear down, but Andrew Poturalski finished a beautiful end-to-end rush to put Nichols up 4-1. West Seneca would score with four minutes remaining, but would never threaten the victory. Mueller and Peter Borgesi continued their brilliant play, each giving up one goal in their half of the game.
Nichols will play Amherst U-18AAA at 8:50pm on Thursday night at the Pepsi Center and then will travel to Lakeshore in Rochester to play Monroe U-18AAA at 3:15pm on Sunday. This will be the last two games of the fall season.
Tom Mediak scored the first goal of the game for Nichols finding the net on a goalmouth scramble while on the power play. West Seneca tied the score five minutes later beating Brandon Mueller on an odd deflection, but Jack O'Connor gave Nichols the lead for good when he converted a Wilson Vershay pass. To add insurance to the lead, Ryan Stayner put one over the glove just 8 seconds later.
The second half of the game was sloppy at times as both teams began to wear down, but Andrew Poturalski finished a beautiful end-to-end rush to put Nichols up 4-1. West Seneca would score with four minutes remaining, but would never threaten the victory. Mueller and Peter Borgesi continued their brilliant play, each giving up one goal in their half of the game.
Nichols will play Amherst U-18AAA at 8:50pm on Thursday night at the Pepsi Center and then will travel to Lakeshore in Rochester to play Monroe U-18AAA at 3:15pm on Sunday. This will be the last two games of the fall season.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Nichols Defeats Amherst 5-1
After a 2 week break in the schedule, the Nichols Fall Development Team took the ice against the Amherst U18 AAA at Dann Arena and defeated the Knights 5-1.
Ryan Stayner started the scoring for Nichols 6 minutes into the first as he buried a Patrick Thompson rebound. Andrew Poturalski added his first of the game, a shorthanded tally, with just 3 minutes left to set the score at the end of the first period.
The second period saw more of the same as Poturalski netted his second goal on the power play on a nice feed from Wilson Vershay. Sean Hughes extended the lead to 4-0 when he picked off a pass in the neutral zone and scored on a wrist shot from the top of the circle. Matt Benedict ended the scoring in the second period with 6 minutes remaining to put the Vikings up 5-0.
The third period yielded one Amherst goal from the stick of James Nowicki with 6 minutes left in the game. Peter Borgesi stopped all of the shots he faced in the first half of the game while Brandon Mueller yieled one goal in his 22 minutes of the game.
The Vikings play three more games this week. Monday features a home game vs. West Seneca at 6:15pm. Thursday is a re-match at the Pepsi Center against Amherst at 8:50pm. Sunday, the Vikings travel to Lakeshore in rochester to face Monroe at 3:15pm.
Ryan Stayner started the scoring for Nichols 6 minutes into the first as he buried a Patrick Thompson rebound. Andrew Poturalski added his first of the game, a shorthanded tally, with just 3 minutes left to set the score at the end of the first period.
The second period saw more of the same as Poturalski netted his second goal on the power play on a nice feed from Wilson Vershay. Sean Hughes extended the lead to 4-0 when he picked off a pass in the neutral zone and scored on a wrist shot from the top of the circle. Matt Benedict ended the scoring in the second period with 6 minutes remaining to put the Vikings up 5-0.
The third period yielded one Amherst goal from the stick of James Nowicki with 6 minutes left in the game. Peter Borgesi stopped all of the shots he faced in the first half of the game while Brandon Mueller yieled one goal in his 22 minutes of the game.
The Vikings play three more games this week. Monday features a home game vs. West Seneca at 6:15pm. Thursday is a re-match at the Pepsi Center against Amherst at 8:50pm. Sunday, the Vikings travel to Lakeshore in rochester to face Monroe at 3:15pm.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Prep Schedule Released
The 2009-2010 Nichols Boys Prep Hockey Schedule has been released. The season will consist of 33 games plsu CISAA playoffs with the opener on the road against St. Michael's on November 17. The first home game is December 8 against Ridley College at 3:45pm. In addition to its CISAA league schedule, Nichols will particpate in the Berkshire Showcase, Lawrenceville Tournament, Belmont Hill-Nichols Tournament, and the Northwood Tournament. Another trip is planned ot Pennsylvania to face the Hill School and Lawrenceville, and a potential game against St. Francis is in the works.
Click on the link in the top sidebar to view the complete schedule found on the Nichols School website.
Click on the link in the top sidebar to view the complete schedule found on the Nichols School website.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Schedule Updates
There have been some changes in the Fall Development schedule. The practice times remain the same, but the game schedule has changed.
10/18 Amherst U-18 5:45pm Dann Arena
10/19 West Seneca 6:15pm Dann Arena
10/22 @ Amherst U-18 8:50pm Pepsi Center
10/25 @ Monroe U-18 3:15pm Lakeshore
10/31 Monroe U-18 7:30pm Dann Arena
10/18 Amherst U-18 5:45pm Dann Arena
10/19 West Seneca 6:15pm Dann Arena
10/22 @ Amherst U-18 8:50pm Pepsi Center
10/25 @ Monroe U-18 3:15pm Lakeshore
10/31 Monroe U-18 7:30pm Dann Arena
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Nichols Hockey is now on Facebook
Nichols School Hockey is now on Facebook. Click on the link to become a fan. Tell your friends.
Vikings Tie Rochester 3-3
The Nichols Fall Development Team played host to the Rochester Americans U-18 and played to a 3-3 tie. Freshman forward Nick Smith scored two goals for Nichols, and added an assist on Cody Selbert's first goal of the fall season. Despite only dressing 16 players (12 of which were either fresman or sophomores), Nichols played a very strong game against a very physical team. Rochester began the scoring, but Smith scored two goals less than 30 seconds apart to give Nichols the lead at the end of the first period. Rochester would score on a power play in the second to tie the score at two to set up an exciting third period. Cody Selbert scored midway through the third period, but a controversial goal allowed Rochester to tie things up. Brandon Mueller and Peter Borgesi split the game to earn the tie.
"I was very proud of the effort from our young guys. Things got very physical early with some big open ice hits, but our younger players didn't back down and showed they could handle the pressure. I was very pleased with our goaltending. Rochester was a good team, and we played well today, " commented Coach Printz.
Nichols will take some time off to practice, and will resume play in October. Check back for schedule updates.
"I was very proud of the effort from our young guys. Things got very physical early with some big open ice hits, but our younger players didn't back down and showed they could handle the pressure. I was very pleased with our goaltending. Rochester was a good team, and we played well today, " commented Coach Printz.
Nichols will take some time off to practice, and will resume play in October. Check back for schedule updates.
Nichols FDP vs. Rochester
The Nichols Fall Development Team is preparing to host the Rochester Americans U-18 today at 5:45pm. It is the first home game of the fall season. This game will be a great test for Nichols as 13 players will be either Freshman or Sophomores this year at Nichols. It will be a great look at the future of the program.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Nichols Hockey is on Twitter
The Nichols Boys Hockey program has joined twitter. Follow the team and receive updates by joining at www.twitter.com/nicholshockey.
Vikings Defeat West Seneca
After a long summer and 3 fall practices, the Nichols Fall Development Team traveled to the Leisure Rinks in Orchard Park and defeated the West Seneca U-18AAA team by a score of 6-1. Andrew Poturalski paced the offense with two goals, while four others found the back of the net.
Nichols fell behind early as West Seneca found the net on their first power play of the game. Ryan Stayner countered with a power play goal of his own to even the score before the first period would end. As Nichols continued to improve their play, Poturalski would convert a 3-on-1 to break the tie, and Jack O'Connor put the lead to 3-1 before the end of the second period. Jordan Berninger put the game away with his first goal of the fall, and Poturalski added a shorthanded goal to make it 5-1. Another Berninger shot found the net after it deflected off of Patrick Thompson's leg to finish the scoring. Peter Borgesi and Brandon Mueller split the game in net, and both played very well.
Nichols assistant coach Scott Hurd had these comments. "The team played very well and probably exceeded our expectations. For our first effort with minimal preparation, the guys responded well and improved with every shift. There were a lot of players who got better today. It will be important to see how they progress during the week to prepare for Rochester."
The Vikings will host the Rochester Americans at Dann Arena this Saturday, September 27. The puck drops at 5:45pm.
Nichols fell behind early as West Seneca found the net on their first power play of the game. Ryan Stayner countered with a power play goal of his own to even the score before the first period would end. As Nichols continued to improve their play, Poturalski would convert a 3-on-1 to break the tie, and Jack O'Connor put the lead to 3-1 before the end of the second period. Jordan Berninger put the game away with his first goal of the fall, and Poturalski added a shorthanded goal to make it 5-1. Another Berninger shot found the net after it deflected off of Patrick Thompson's leg to finish the scoring. Peter Borgesi and Brandon Mueller split the game in net, and both played very well.
Nichols assistant coach Scott Hurd had these comments. "The team played very well and probably exceeded our expectations. For our first effort with minimal preparation, the guys responded well and improved with every shift. There were a lot of players who got better today. It will be important to see how they progress during the week to prepare for Rochester."
The Vikings will host the Rochester Americans at Dann Arena this Saturday, September 27. The puck drops at 5:45pm.
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Preparing for West Seneca U-18
The Nichols Fall Development Program will begins its fall season with a game tomeorrow, September 20, against the West Seneca U-18 team at 9:00 at the Leisure Rink. The game will be the first of seven fall games around the Buffalo area. Check back Sunday night for updates.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Day 1 in the Books
Thirty-six Nichols hockey players woke up early this morning to participate in the first edition of the Nichols Fall Hockey program. Incorporating two sheets of ice, players were put through a series of excercises design to increase skill, speed, and decision-making. Players looked sharp for the first day, which gives the coaching staff a great deal of optimism for the upcoming season.
According to Coach Printz, "Players looked smooth and quick for 6:30 in the morning. From the top down, the skill level was high, and we are all excited about the future of all of the Nichols hockey programs. The best part is that it will only continue to get better."
The next workout will be Monday, September 14 at 6:15pm. The first fall game will be Saturday, September 20 at 9:00om at the Leisure Rinks versus the West Seneca U-18 team.
According to Coach Printz, "Players looked smooth and quick for 6:30 in the morning. From the top down, the skill level was high, and we are all excited about the future of all of the Nichols hockey programs. The best part is that it will only continue to get better."
The next workout will be Monday, September 14 at 6:15pm. The first fall game will be Saturday, September 20 at 9:00om at the Leisure Rinks versus the West Seneca U-18 team.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Fall Schedule Announced
The Nichols Boys Hockey program has taken a giant step forward in its attempt to enhance its hockey experience with the creation of the Fall Development Program. With a focus on skill development, Nichols has created a fall program that will certainly be the model of many programs in the future. Practices will be held Monday from 6:15pm-7:30pm, and Wednesday 6:30am-7:30am with the first practice starting Wednesday September 9. The fall game schedule has been finalized. The program is offered to any player enrolled at Nichols, and the top 20 players available will play in games.
Sept. 20 9:00pm @West Seneca U-18 (Leisure Rinks)
Sept. 27 5:45pm Rochester Amerks U-18 (Dann Arena)
Oct. 11 5:45pm West Seneca U-18 (Dann Arena)
Oct. 18 5:45pm Amherst U-18 (Dann Arena)
Oct. 22 8:50pm @Amherst U-18 (Pepsi Center)
Oct. 25 3:15pm @Monroe U-18 (Lakeshore)
Oct. 31 7:30pm Monroe U-18 (Dann Arena)
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Coaching Staff Changes
During the summer months, the Nichols Hockey program has gone through some changes in its coaching staff. While Jamie Printz and Scott Hurd remain with the Prep team, Nichols is excited to announce the addition of two coaches to the Prep and some re-organization to the Fed. Wayne Clarke, an RPI graduate and Toronto Maple Leafs draft pick, has agreed to return to the Prep team on a limited basis, and Adam Bellows, a Nichols alum and Clarkson graduate, will also lend his services to the squad. Adam Holler will be taking over as head coach of the Federation team, and Darcy Brewer will be his assistant coach.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Summer Conditioning Has Been Sent
Players should have received their summer hockey packet. If you have not received one, email Coach Printz at jprintz@nicholsschool.org.
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Five Nichols Players Selected to NY Development Team
Five Nichols players have been selected by USA Hockey to participate on the NY development team set for St. Cloud. MN. Each district in USA Hockey designates its best players for their age to move forwards and compete for a spot on the National team for their age group. This summer each of these players will be competing with the best players in the country.
Andrew Poturalski, a freshman forward on the junior prep team, was selected as an alternate on the 94 team. Former Nichols student CJ Lampasso has also been selected as a forward for the 94 team.
Current Nichols 8th grader Mason Evans, a defenseman will be competing in the 95 age bracket. Two incoming students were also selected. Eigth graders Wilson Vershay, a defensman, and Nicholas Smith, a forward, will be traveling to St. Cloud with the 95 group.
Good luck this summer!
Andrew Poturalski, a freshman forward on the junior prep team, was selected as an alternate on the 94 team. Former Nichols student CJ Lampasso has also been selected as a forward for the 94 team.
Current Nichols 8th grader Mason Evans, a defenseman will be competing in the 95 age bracket. Two incoming students were also selected. Eigth graders Wilson Vershay, a defensman, and Nicholas Smith, a forward, will be traveling to St. Cloud with the 95 group.
Good luck this summer!
Coaching Staff Finalized
The 2009-2010 coaching staff has been finalized with the addition of 4 coaches. Any program would be hard pressed to find a more knowledgable and experienced coaching staff than the one at Nichols School.
Scott Hurd, former assistant at St. Francis HS, will be joining the Nichols staff this season. Coach Hurd has been a prominent figure in the Western NY hockey scene for many years, and he will be an integral part of the advancement of Nichols Hockey. Hurd's knowledge of players and player development will be invaluable.
Darcy Brewer returns to the staff for his third year at Nichols School. Before Nichols, Coach Brewer spent time as a coach at the Landon School in Bethesda, MD. His prevous experience with the players will be relied upon as the program ventures in a new direction.
Wayne Clarke, an assistant coach last season, will be working only in the fall. A 1992 draft pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs and RPI graduate, Coach Clarke brings a great deal of knowledge and perspective to the fall program. He will have a key role in developing the young players.
David Smith will round out the fall staff. In addition to his role as monitor for the health and wellness of NHL officials, Coach Smith has spent many hours training elite hockey players around the globe. He will be a tremendous addition as the fall program ventures to develop more talented hockey players.
Scott Hurd, former assistant at St. Francis HS, will be joining the Nichols staff this season. Coach Hurd has been a prominent figure in the Western NY hockey scene for many years, and he will be an integral part of the advancement of Nichols Hockey. Hurd's knowledge of players and player development will be invaluable.
Darcy Brewer returns to the staff for his third year at Nichols School. Before Nichols, Coach Brewer spent time as a coach at the Landon School in Bethesda, MD. His prevous experience with the players will be relied upon as the program ventures in a new direction.
Wayne Clarke, an assistant coach last season, will be working only in the fall. A 1992 draft pick of the Toronto Maple Leafs and RPI graduate, Coach Clarke brings a great deal of knowledge and perspective to the fall program. He will have a key role in developing the young players.
David Smith will round out the fall staff. In addition to his role as monitor for the health and wellness of NHL officials, Coach Smith has spent many hours training elite hockey players around the globe. He will be a tremendous addition as the fall program ventures to develop more talented hockey players.
Fall Program Announced for 2009
Beginning in early September all boys hockey players in grades 9-12 will be eligible to take part in the Nichols fall hockey program. The fall program will practice twice a week and play approximately 8-12 games in September and October. The focus in the fall will be on skill development, skating and system implementation. We believe the best way to develop young talent is to have a high practice to game ratio. The fall practices/games will be scheduled in conjunction with Nichols fallsport schedules with the intent that many of our kids will continue to play more than one sport at Nichols, which is in keeping with our school philosophy which values multisport student-athletes.
Boys Hockey Announces New Head Coach
Nichols School is excited to announce that Jamie Printz has been named the new Head Boys Prep Hockey Coach. Coach Printz has spent the last ten years as the Head Coach at Bridgton Academy in Maine. During his tenure at Bridgton, he has elevated the program to Junior A status and has sent over 120 players to play at the collegiate level. Prior to coaching at Bridgton, Printz held the position of Assistant Men's Hockey Coach at the University of Southern Maine in the ECAC East conference. In his five years atUSM, he was recruiting coordinator, strength coach and oversaw the development of the defense and goalies. Printz also played his college hockey at USM where he was a four year varsity starter at goaltender and currently holds records for most wins in a career and most shutouts in a season and career. Coach Printz will also be teaching Mathematics in the Upper School, and he and his family plan to move to Buffalo in August. He will be a great addition to the Nichols hockey program and to the Nichols community.
Welcome to the Home of Nichols School Boys Hockey
Welcome to the Nichols Boys Hockey Blog. This blog will be dedicated to news about the Nichols Boys Hockey program. Please check back here to learn what is happening with the young men throughout the season.
Nichols School, founded in 1892, is a co-educational college preparatory school, grades five through twelve located in Buffalo, NY.
Our Mission Statement
"Our aim is to train minds, bodies and hearts for the work of life, and to carry into all we do the highest ideals of character and service." - Joseph D. Allen, 1909 (Second Headmaster of Nichols School)
The hockey program recently celebrated 100 years of hockey in January.
Nichols School, founded in 1892, is a co-educational college preparatory school, grades five through twelve located in Buffalo, NY.
Our Mission Statement
"Our aim is to train minds, bodies and hearts for the work of life, and to carry into all we do the highest ideals of character and service." - Joseph D. Allen, 1909 (Second Headmaster of Nichols School)
The hockey program recently celebrated 100 years of hockey in January.
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