Minnesota Crunch Player signings

Media · Post by **Media** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 7:22 pm

Grand Rapids- The Minnesota Crunch today announced the signing of Proctor /Hermantown/ Marshall Goaltender Jennifer Coyle, The two time All Conference goaltender was a major contributor to the success of the Mirage team this year. Coyle a Sr sports a 1.55 goals against average and a 92% save percentage. Jen is a solid goaltender and a great kid said Dan Clafton. We watched her play on several occasions. she is consistant and strong in her position. She has a goaltender personality that you cant help but like . The Crunch open play in the Fall of 08.

rwb1351 · Post by **rwb1351** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 12:28 am

As much as i am enjoying following the new surrounding this team... is it possible to contain all of it to one thread... i don't think each piece needs a headline.

Media · Post by **Media** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 8:09 am

Im not sure why it matters to you but sure not a problem, Just an attempt to give each player a moment in the sun .I didnt know there was a limit on threads imposed.

MNHockeyFan · Post by **MNHockeyFan** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 8:33 am

Media wrote:Im not sure why it matters to you but sure not a problem, Just an attempt to give each player a moment in the sun .I didnt know there was a limit on threads imposed.

It certainly is an open forum, so I'm sure any way you decide to do it is fine with most readers and participants here.

I know that I've enjoyed following all the developments with this team, and can appreciate that it's no easy task building a new type of program like this from scratch. It's great to see all of the pieces starting to come together!

GR3343 · Post by **GR3343** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 8:46 am

Post a new one for each headline. It shines a little light on each topic with your new team. Great job, and good luck.

rwb1351 · Post by **rwb1351** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 10:12 am

i meant it more so that all the information could be found in one place. Not an attempt to dim the light on any one piece of information.

Media · Post by **Media** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 8:46 pm

Grand Rapids- The Minnesota Crunch are pleased to announce multiple signings today with the addition of Dayna Sherman from Litchfield / Dassel /Cokato and Alex Jo Weise from Aberdeen South Dakota. Both players bring a dedication and hard work to the table. Both Girls Have the personalities that make your team better just by having them there. We are pleased and excited that these players will be with us this year Every team needs lunch bucket players Dayna and Alexa bring that to our squad.

Media · Post by **Media** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 6:43 pm

Grand Rapids_ At 6:00pm Friday night The MInnesota Crunch receieved a call they have been waiting for. Emily Haluska the first team All State, Mss Hockey finalist out of the Point/Rapids Red panthers Committed to The Minnesota Crunch . Haluska Lead the State of Wisconsin in scoring tallying 32 goals and 27 assists while amassing 59 points for her high school squad while taking only 18 minutes in penalties. When we heard of Emilys interest we sent staff out to watch her play. It didnt take long for a call telling us Emily is every bit as good as her billing. Emily and her parents came to Rapids last weekend to meet with Coach Marrinuci. Emily has all the attributes we are looking for in our players both on and off the ice. Haluska joins fellow Wisconsin player Amy Lund to as a member of the Crunch in their inaugural season. When great players like these are still available at this time of the year we feel as though we have beat the system said Dan Clafton. We are as with all the players we sign, excited to have Emily on our squad .

Indians forever · Post by **Indians forever** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:23 pm

Will there be any local flavor from up north to draw Attendance?

Media · Post by **Media** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:41 pm

We are trying very hard to aquire some of the local talent, We know that its there and have offers out to several but the ball is in their court . keep in mind that come August all of these players will be local and will be very visable and open to the public through many chairatable events and their participation in the community.

Indians forever · Post by **Indians forever** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:45 pm

Either way I can't wait to get up and see some games. Thanks for the update Media.

boblee · Post by **boblee** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 10:57 pm

Could we get an updated list of "signed" players?

Media · Post by **Media** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 11:53 pm

G Jen Coyle Proctor Hermantown 1.5 Gaa 92%All Conference
G Brittni Flachman Sioux Falls SD 1.7 Gaa 92% All State
F Ali Parizek Minot ND 60pts Mss Hockey Candidate ND
F Casey McMullen Mpls Nova's 60pts Athena award winner
F Emily Haluska Wisconsin 60pts Mss Hockey Candidate Wisco
F Stacy Johnson Moorhead ALL State
F Dayna Sherman Litchfield/Dassal /Cokato
F/D Alexa Jo Weise Aberdeen South Dakota
D Kayla Kaiser Grand Forks ND All State
D Aly Lund Wisconsin AllState
D Caitlin Murphy Alexandria
F Jess Bye Brainerd
F Jenae Hoeft Bovey Minnesota GRG
D Mackenzie Miller Princton MN
D Mirranda Nelson Forest Lake Minnesota

8 other offers on the table
Head Coach Chris Marinucci
Assistant Coach Andrew Downing

Bensonmum · Post by **Bensonmum** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 12:12 am

Can't help but notice that half of the players are from out of state--ND or Wisconsin. This might be a naive question, but could it be that these girls don't get the same exposure to DI and DIII coaches that Minnesota players do? It seems that Minn HS players get many oppurtunities over the course of the year to play in front of college coaches and scouts, including the Christmas tournaments and the Sections and State, besides all the special 'Select' tournaments in the Spring, Summer and Fall. Maybe our Minnesota girls should count their blessings.

Hux · Post by **Hux** » Sat Apr 19, 2008 7:28 am

Bensonmum wrote:Can't help but notice that half of the players are from out of state--ND or Wisconsin.

One of the reasons there is a need for a program like this, or for the Thoroughbreds, is evident in where players are coming from. As you noted, there are always solid players who don't get the exposure, but more importantly there are players who might well have the latent talent but have not refined their skills or game sense to play at the next level. Some of that can be attributed to being late bloomers, some to coaching, some to the level of play they have been accustomed to.

The Crunch will give them an opportunity to elevate their games and in the process showcase these girls so that they might have an opportunity to move on to the next level. Here in New England we are doing the same thing with the Boston Shamrocks, and at tryouts we drew players from five of the six New England states. While the Shamrocks are a U19 team and follow the model of the Thoroughbreds, the intent is the same as the Crunch. We are seeing kids that are solid players, but because of where they are living/playing they aren't getting the development they really need to realize their potential.

jjack · Post by **jjack** » Sun Apr 20, 2008 8:02 pm

Media wrote:G Jen Coyle Proctor Hermantown 1.5 Gaa 92%All Conference
F Ali Parizek Minot ND 60pts Mss Hockey Candidate ND
F Casey McMullen Mpls Nova's 60pts Athena award winner
F Emily Haluska Wisconsin 60pts Mss Hockey Candidate Wisco
F Stacy Johnson Moorhead ALL State
F Dayna Sherman Dassale Cokato
F/D Alexa Jo Weise Aberdeen South Dakota
D Kayla Kaiser Grand Forks ND All State
D Amy Lund Wisconsin AllState
D Caitlin Murphy Alexandria

8 other offers on the table
Head Coach Chris Marinucci

That would be Aly Lund, not Amy

Media · Post by **Media** » Sun Apr 20, 2008 8:39 pm

MY bad too many names to big a hurry

golferguy · Post by **golferguy** » Sun Apr 20, 2008 10:22 pm

It is also Litchfield/Dassel-Cokato

Media · Post by **Media** » Mon Apr 21, 2008 8:31 am

Gosh sorry

Media · Post by **Media** » Thu May 01, 2008 6:33 pm

GrandRapids- The Minnesota Crunch are pleased to announce the committment of Jess Bye from Brainerd Minnesota to this years inaugural team. Dan Clafton General Manager of the Crunch said "in signing Jess Bye we have attained a player we felt was over looked by many prestigious colleges and clearly under estimated her potential for growth.
Upon her committment I called coach Marinucci and informed him Clafton went on to explain, to say I made his day would be an understament. Jess Bye continues our trend of quality players on and off the ice. Any one that knows Jess understands her ability to lead a team both with Skill and attitude. THe Minnesota Crunch home opener is Sept 13/14th in Grand Rapids Minnesota.

Central · Post by **Central** » Thu May 01, 2008 8:36 pm

Congrats! Jess will be a great addition to the Crunch!

Media · Post by **Media** » Wed May 21, 2008 9:36 pm

GrandRapids- THe Minnesota Crunch are pleased to announce the tendered signing of Grand Rapids /Greenway Lightning Forward Jenae Hoeft. Hoeft a seasoned vet forward for the Lightning played in two State high school Tournaments. We see Jenae as being under used over the course of her High school career. We believe that Jenae has a tremendous upside and will contribute significantly to our squad said Dan Clafton the General Manager of the Crunch. Our roster has continued to grow and are interested in filling the final few spots , but we will be selective but are open to hear from anyone interested.
In other news The Minnesota Crunch and AmericInn of GrandRapids have come together to create The AmericInn Crunch Club for players 12 and under. Members of the club will receive game tickets , Hockey camps and Crunch Merchandise. watch for futher information soon.

boblee · Post by **boblee** » Wed May 21, 2008 11:16 pm

Congrats Jenae!!!!

archway Sign · Post by **archway Sign** » Thu May 22, 2008 10:08 am

Congrats to Jenae...anytime an athlete can continue to play the sport they love its exciting. Can't help but think you are criticizing the GRG coaching staff with the comment about her being under utilized. Isn't the Crunch going to be housed at the IRA Civic center? I wonder of those coaches read these posts. Good luck Jenae

Media · Post by **Media** » Thu May 22, 2008 10:20 am

Hmm for a guy who was questioning if a certain coach would be at a certain game in some of your previous posts your criticism of my writing is confusing. Unless I am not entitled to my opinion I will continue to write as I see it . And yes we do play at the civic center and Im not sure what your point is there either. It is no secret I have my opinions on things. I dont always have to agree with decisions, it doesnt mean I dont respect them.

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