section 7a 09-10

[elliott70]

I Falls is easier than Virginia or Marshall but has some high qualiry AA and A games that will help them move forward throughout the year.

Bottom line - Marshall, Virginia, Falls schedules are enough to prepare all three for year-end.

Like most years, the goalie and scoring line and good team D will prevail.
Who has it???
I don't know, but it will be fun to watch.

[Jolly Roger]

Looking at marshall and virginia's schedule I would agree with giving marshall a slight edge..

I also would have to say I am impressed at the blue devils schedule this year they are clearly making an effort to improve it from previous years..

And scoring, good D, and a solid tender is all a team needs like you said Section 7A is going to be a great one to watch

[vppp]

It's a bit premature, but I'll take a shot at it. Obviously, things can change over the summer, but for now here's how I see it:

Favorite:
Virginia
- Losing top scorer Chris Westin and 3 year starting goalie Will Lustig, along with two defensemen and two other forwards. However, Andy Milbridge is a very capable replacement in goal and has some varsity experience. With Garrett Hendrickson, Travis Eddy, Jordan Krebsbach, Andrew and Wes Judnick all returning (amongst others), there is no shortage of talent. Sixteen players return from the state tournament team - almost all of them were regular contributors. The Blue Devils have to be the preseason favorite next year, hands down.

Challenger:
International Falls
- Losing a very good senior class including the likes of Jace Baldwin, Daniel Eldien, Jacob Casareto, Josh Leinum, and Jake Ruelle - all of which had more than 23 points last season. However, with leading scorer (as a defenseman) Will Corrin returning, along with his partner Matt Youso and a very large senior class (11) - six of which were in double digits in points last season, the Broncos will still maintain a very healthy offense and defense. Both goaltenders will also be back along with sophomore forward Micheal Bounds. They are the only team that comes close to bringing back the level of experience that Virginia has. This team will compete for the 7A title.

Dark Horses:
Hibbing
- Losing Aaron Jamnick and Ryan Hanegmon, who were pretty much the entire offense last season. With no Jamnick's waiting in the wings, next years team may be very offensively challenged. Also gone are forwards Ryan Olds and Marcus Bugiosi, leaving only four players returning that had more than 5 points last year - and none scored more than 9 goals. They are also losing 3 regular defensemen in Drew Vechell, Aaron Wagner, and Jake McConkey. Only Eric Laliberte will return on the blue line with varsity experience. One plus is that Nathan Tromp will return in goal. While the Jackets will still be competetive, this might be the year the streak of 7 consecutive section championship games comes to an end. Probably will be competing with Duluth Marshall for the #3/#4 seed.

Duluth Marshall
- Lost 3 year starting goalie Willie Paul, top defenseman Derek Stauber, and their top 3 forwards (Zach Mausolf, Pat Mahoney, and Joe Kozlak). Only returning one player (Dane Morin) with more than 10 goals. Max Elstad returns to with some experience in goal and Matt Morsette will also be back, but still there will only be 5 or 6 seniors on next year's team. The Hilltoppers will compete, but probably won't be at quite the level of the top two.

... Don't see the rest seriously challenging at this time.

Virginia: They had so much youth this well and still succeded. Anything can happen (who would have thought Vir. would have won the section this year), but its hard to not see them go. I almost think that Hendrickson played 4 lines to develop his younger players for more promising seasons, even though this one was a success; In other words, he believes (in my opinion) that the future looks brighter then this year did. You seem to have forgot Chesser and Carlson who seemed to have a lot of points.

I Falls: I Falls always seems to have disappointing playoffs runs. But, they have some good players in Youso and Corrin. They seem really top heavy.

Hibbing: I think Hibbing will struggle more then people think. Of course, that is just my opinion. I think they will be lacking a big go to guy like Jamnick. But, they will still be a top 4 team.

Marshall: These guys are the biggest question mark. I think they will either impress (top 2 team) or disappoint (even a 5th seed) next year. It's hard to see who will come through for them. Is Rich returning?

about hibbing: bugliosi was a junior, and did you forget about spencer parentaello??

[INDUS]

VIRGINIA HAS TO BE THE FAVORITE, WITH THE FALLS AND MARSHALL A CLOSE SECOND. HIBBING WILL NOT HAVE A GO TO PLAYER LIKE THEY HAVE IN THE PAST.VIGINIA OVER THE FALLS IN THE FINAL.

[bluedevils]

i dont know anyone cant say duluth marshall, they should be the heavy favorite. virginia is solid yeah.

but duluth marshall picked up a bunch of new kids this year, at least thats whats my buddy from duluth said. a couple really good kids from another duluth school, and a kid from virginia. also he said they have really good returning forwards and did great in the summer tournaments. no doubt in my mind duluth marshall. unless you want section 7a to get embarrassed in the state tournament again this year.........

what kid from virginia?

I believe it was Eveleth not virginia and His name is ryan stevens, i haven't heard of a virginia kid

Howard from Virginia

[gophers101]

VIRGINIA HAS TO BE THE FAVORITE, WITH THE FALLS AND MARSHALL A CLOSE SECOND. HIBBING WILL NOT HAVE A GO TO PLAYER LIKE THEY HAVE IN THE PAST.VIGINIA OVER THE FALLS IN THE FINAL.

Your right Hibbing doesn't have a go to player but they have more overall talent this season. Do I think their the favorite? No. But I do think they'll get back to the DECC this year and finish in the top 3 in the section. Virginia will remain the favorite until someone does something about it.

[ryno44]

Hibbing has nothing this year. It'll be marshall or virginia for the section

what are you talking about? Hibbing will be playing Virginia at the DECC this year again. Johnson and Johnson are looking really good so far.

[starmvp]

I see Virginia winning this section

[gophers101]

Just a little common opponent comparison here:
Mound-3
Virginia-0

Hibbing-3
Mound-1

Not that it matters or anything but Hibbings playing pretty good hockey to start the season.

[bluedevils]

Just a little common opponent comparison here:
Mound-3
Virginia-0

Hibbing-3
Mound-1

Not that it matters or anything but Hibbings playing pretty good hockey to start the season.

Virginia had about 20 scoring chances that game. They just had unlucky bounces and the puck couldn't find it's way in the net. Virginia dominated the first period and mound couldn't get the put out of their end for the first 5 minutes. Virginia wore out Mound for the Hibbing game....

[gophers101]

Just a little common opponent comparison here:
Mound-3
Virginia-0

Hibbing-3
Mound-1

Not that it matters or anything but Hibbings playing pretty good hockey to start the season.

Virginia had about 20 scoring chances that game. They just had unlucky bounces and the puck couldn't find it's way in the net. Virginia dominated the first period and mound couldn't get the put out of their end for the first 5 minutes. Virginia wore out Mound for the Hibbing game....

So you dominated play but let me ask again, who won the game? Worn out or not Hibbing beat them and completely dominated play. I am a firm believer in "creating your own luck". So they didn't get some bounces. Big deal, keep going at them and bury the puck. Thats what Hibbing did. Maybe the devils can take some notes on scoring.

[ryno44]

Just a little common opponent comparison here:
Mound-3
Virginia-0

Hibbing-3
Mound-1

Not that it matters or anything but Hibbings playing pretty good hockey to start the season.

Virginia had about 20 scoring chances that game. They just had unlucky bounces and the puck couldn't find it's way in the net. Virginia dominated the first period and mound couldn't get the put out of their end for the first 5 minutes. Virginia wore out Mound for the Hibbing game....

Hibbing had about 45 while Mound had about 15 shots. Hibbing easily could have had another goal or two! As far as Virginia wearing out Mound for the Hibbing game....I think you better come up with a better excuse. Hibbing did play Friday to against a team that BEAT you guys!

[boblee#2]

Just a little common opponent comparison here:
Mound-3
Virginia-0

Hibbing-3
Mound-1

Not that it matters or anything but Hibbings playing pretty good hockey to start the season.

nothing new hibbing always starts hot and slowly declines though out the season which is odd the last couple years. maby this could be the team to turn that around but chances could be slim

[bluedevils]

Just a little common opponent comparison here:
Mound-3
Virginia-0

Hibbing-3
Mound-1

Not that it matters or anything but Hibbings playing pretty good hockey to start the season.

Virginia had about 20 scoring chances that game. They just had unlucky bounces and the puck couldn't find it's way in the net. Virginia dominated the first period and mound couldn't get the put out of their end for the first 5 minutes. Virginia wore out Mound for the Hibbing game....

So you dominated play but let me ask again, who won the game? Worn out or not Hibbing beat them and completely dominated play. I am a firm believer in "creating your own luck". So they didn't get some bounces. Big deal, keep going at them and bury the puck. Thats what Hibbing did. Maybe the devils can take some notes on scoring.

How about this comparrison??

Hibbing 2
Little Falls 1

Virginia 10
Little Falls 1

[ranger1313]

i dont know anyone cant say duluth marshall, they should be the heavy favorite. virginia is solid yeah.

but duluth marshall picked up a bunch of new kids this year, at least thats whats my buddy from duluth said. a couple really good kids from another duluth school, and a kid from virginia. also he said they have really good returning forwards and did great in the summer tournaments. no doubt in my mind duluth marshall. unless you want section 7a to get embarrassed in the state tournament again this year.........

what kid from virginia?

Derrik Howard from Virginia is playing there this year. He was on the third line there but in my opinion he shouldve been at least second if not first. He's one of the fastest skaters ive ever seen.

[bluedevils]

i dont know anyone cant say duluth marshall, they should be the heavy favorite. virginia is solid yeah.

but duluth marshall picked up a bunch of new kids this year, at least thats whats my buddy from duluth said. a couple really good kids from another duluth school, and a kid from virginia. also he said they have really good returning forwards and did great in the summer tournaments. no doubt in my mind duluth marshall. unless you want section 7a to get embarrassed in the state tournament again this year.........

what kid from virginia?

Derrik Howard from Virginia is playing there this year. He was on the third line there but in my opinion he shouldve been at least second if not first. He's one of the fastest skaters ive ever seen.

yes howard is a very fast skater and probably would've been on second line if he stayed in Virginia...