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Stay tuned for updates on the Buffalo Saints at the Jr Bruins Shootout.  All games are going to be streamed online at www.fasthockey.com.

Here is the schedule for the weekend.

9/25 18U v Valley Forge 18U  10:00a
9/25 16U v Atlanta Phoenix 16U  12:30p
9/25 18U v York Skipjacks 18U  4:30p
9/26 16U v Valley Forge 16U  7:20a
9/26 18U v CT Rangers 18U  10:40a
9/26 16U v Portland Jr Pirates 16U  6:00p
9/27 Quarterfinals TBA 

All games are at New England Sports Center.

Join Us for the Big Green Celebration to Benefit Nichols Athletics

On Friday, October 2, Nichols is throwing an on campus party (“BIG GREEN PARTY”) to open the school year. It’s simple: tent on the Moot green, live band (The Informers), open bar, buffet food. This is the night before Homecoming, and our goal is to get our students’ parents, alumni and Nichols supporters on campus to raise a glass to Nichols and to our various athletic teams in a laid back, tailgate attire atmosphere. You presence will mean a lot. Let’s get some green blood flowing on Homecoming weekend.

Full event details and registration:  

Click here to register for the Big Green Celebration

Any questions, contact Chelsy Collins ccollins@nicholsschool.org 

Jr Bruins Shootout Schedule Announced

The Buffalo Saints 16U and 18U have received their schedule for the Jr Bruins Shootout in Marlboro, MA from September 25-27.

9/25 18U v Valley Forge 18U  10:00a
9/25 16U v Atlanta Phoenix 16U  12:30p
9/25 18U v York Skipjacks 18U  4:30p
9/26 16U v Valley Forge 16U  7:20a
9/26 18U v CT Rangers 18U  10:40a
9/26 16U v Portland Jr Pirates 16U  6:00p
                                                      9/27 Quarterfinals TBA 

All games are at New England Sports Center.

The BJB Shootout is a team entry event for Jr., 18U & 16U teams that takes place at the New England Sports Center in Marlboro, MA every September. The Shootout is a tournament format for the 18U and 16U levels but also has USPHL games played in a showcase format at the Premier, Elite and Empire levels. The Shootout consistently draws well over 100 college and pro coaches and scouts and is one of best attended tournaments/showcases in New England.

Former Players Making Their Mark in the Early Season

Former members of the Big Green were in action this weekend and making their mark in the early stages of the season.  Carson Gicewicz ’15 (Lincoln -USHL) scored a shorthanded goal in a 3-2 pre-season loss to the Tri City Storm.   Jake Smith ’14 (Chilliwack – BCHL) scored in his first game in a 5-3 win over Coquitlam.  Troy Dobbs ’14 (Alberni Valley – BCHL) got on the board in a 6-3 loss to Cowichan Valley.  Sam Jones ’15 (Brockville – CCHL) registered his point with an assist in a 6-3 loss to Cornwall.  Zac Herrmann ’15 (Burlington – OJHL) has registered 3 assists in his last 4 games.  Chris Kotrides ’14 (Syracuse – USPHL) scored and Aaron Fanti ’15 (Syracuse – USPHL) stopped 17 of 19 in a win over the Providence Capitals.  Nick Passafiume ’15 (Ft. Erie – GOJHL) found the net in a 4-2 loss to the St. Thomas Stars.

Saints and Jr Sabres Settle for 3-3 Tie

The Buffalo Saints and Buffalo Jr Sabres met for game two of the weekend and played another close game resulting in a 3-3 tie. Due to time constraints, the two teams played 2-25 minute halves.  The Jr Sabres built a 2-0 lead at the half, but a re-energized Saints team rebounded with 3 unanswered goals.  Steven Senese (1g.1a) continued his strong start to the season opening the scoring from the blue paint from Cody Fleckenstein (1a) and Ryan Coppins (1a).  Matt Gasuik (1g) scored a power play goal from the slot with an assist going to Erik Urbank (1a).  Jack Millar (1g) netted his first goal of the season on the power play with assists to Senese and Alec Yerkovich (1a).  The Jr Sabres would quickly tie the game with about 15 minutes to play, and neither team was able to find the back of the net.  Josh Graziano made 26 saves.

The Saints are off for two weeks and will take the ice in Marlborough, MA in the Junior Bruins Shootout at the New England Sports Center.

Saints Comeback Falls Short Against Jr Sabres

 The Buffalo Saints and Buffalo Jr Sabres took to the ice in an early season matchup of two heavyweights in NYSAHA, and the Jr Sabres were able to prevail with a 4-3 victory.  Steven Senese (1g) opened the scoring with a power play goal from Alec Yerkovich (1a) and Cody Fleckenstein (1a).  The Saints would finish the period with the 1-0 lead.  The Jr Sabres came out firing in the second period and broke through to tie the game and take a 2-1 lead.  Erik Urbank (1g) tied the score at 2-2 on a scramble from Matt Gasuik (1a) and Brett Willits (2a).  The period would end with the two teams tied setting up a thrilling third period.  The Jr Sabres capitalized early then added a power play goal of their own to take a 4-2 lead.  Brandon Hausler (1g) scored with the extra attacker from Anthony Scanzuso (1a) and Willits.  Jerry Baerwitz had a strong night in net stopping 28 in the game.  The same two teams turn it around quick and play at 8:00am on Sunday.

Saints and Jr Sabres to Battle at HARBORCENTER

The Buffalo Saints 18U (1-1-0) and the Buffalo Jr Sabres (5-0-0) will face off at the HARBORCENTER this weekend in a two game series.  This early season matchup features the same two teams who battled in the finals of the NYSAHA State Tournament last March won by the Jr Sabres 2-1.  The Jr. Sabres are coming in hot as they recently won the Penn State Super Series Championship.  Both games are hosted at HARBORCENTER.  Saturday, Sept 12, the two teams face off at 6:00pm.  They will meet again at 8:00am on Sunday, September 13.  Admission is free of charge.
 

Familiar Faces Head Into Next Hockey Chapter

Many former Nichols Hockey stars are heading off to school or junior hockey for the 2015-16 season.  Andrew Poturalski ’12 will be heading back for his sophomore year at UNH, and will be joined by freshman Frankie Cefalu ’13 after a terrific career with the Walpole Express of the EHL.  Kevin Kirisits ’11 heads into his junior year at Utica College after being named team captain for the upcoming season.  Sean Malone ’13 looks to stay healthy at Harvard after winning an ECAC Championship in 2015.  Malone will have to go through freshmen RJ Gicewicz ’14 and Mike Ederer who join St. Lawrence University.  Mason Evans ’13  and Jon Kompson '14 enter their sophomore years at Connecticut College.  Ryan Stayner ’11 starts his second year at Buffalo State College.  Carson Gicewicz ’15 will spend a year in Lincoln, NE of the USHL before heading to St. Lawrence.  Heading out to the BCHL, Troy Dobbs ’14 will play a second year for Alberni Valley while Jake Smith ’14 will head to Chilliwack after a year at Choate.  Anthony Tirabassi ’14 will play his second season with the Middlesex Islanders of the USPHL.  Also playing in the USPHL, Aaron Fanti ’15  and Chris Kotrides ’14 will spend the year with the Syracuse Stars.  Eric Lipa ’14 looks to continue his dominance in his second season with the Walpole Express of the Eastern Hockey League.  Sam Jones ’15 will spend the year with Brockville of the CCHL following in the path of Kevin Kirisits ’11 who spent two seasons there.  Wilson Vershay ’13 will play another year for the Buffalo Jr Sabres, and Zac Herrmann ’15 starts his junior career in Burlington.  Both teams are in the OJHL. We will continue to update you on more players as we get more information.