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To back Media, I agree 100% that she was under utilized. That's not to say the coaches were poor. The Lightning is just a team that loves to play heavy end on their talent. Absolutely nothing wrong with that. It's not like we are blaming the coaches for playing six girls or something. Everyone who dressed played, some (third line a lot of the time) just played minimally.

The way I see it, the amount of icetime Miss Hoeft saw in high school is really irrelevent at this point. Instead, you have to give her a lot of credit for choosing to realize her potential as a hockey player while advancing her education at the same time. Kudos and best of luck to her.

No point other than when you use this form of media, no pun intended, like it is a major source of communication to the public, it seems strange to make a negative comment about the local coaches. And whether you like it or not "under utilize" would be percieved as a negative comment about a coaching staff. Bob lee, aren't you a coach...wouldn't you take exception to being told you are under utilizing one of your players...doesn't it imply you can't assess talent.

Would you say this in your home town paper. I've been following along with the progress you have made with this new program and it seems like kids are going to benefit.

I'm sure your local coaches don't read this forum...its just people like me with nothing better to do...I need to get my posts up aroung 5,000 so you guys won't gang up on me all the time.

Yes, I coach. Of course I have heard that I am not playing people enough. Of course, as a coach, I am doing my best to get the right people on the ice (or field) at the right time. Media was not taking a shot at the local coaches. He is saying essentially that he believes this girl has talent that is ready to explode. I know for a fact he wasn't taking a shot at the coaching staff. Good luck to Jenae, I know she will do great. Now let's let this die and leave this thread for more player signings!

I think Media put it quite nicely I couldn't have been that professional when talking about their coaching

Because this is our first year and with all the organization this has required, we may have missed some players who were interested in participating on our team. It was not intentional and want to hear from you. We are also asking members of this board to help us find those over looked player and be our scouts . We are willing to pay a $50.00 finders fee to you for any player recommended that is ultimatly signed for the 2008/2009 season. In order to qualify for the fee the following must occur :
1) Contact me at dclafton@mnpower.com (218-259-2503 )
2) The player must be graduated from High school
3) not previously been recruited by us
4) Provide us the name, Email address and phone number of the player
5) provide your name address and phone number.
Upon the signing of the player you will receive your fee .

This is a chance for you to help build this team from the bottom up !Help us make this YOUR team !

Grand Rapids - The Minnesota Crunch are pleased to announce the commitment of Sioux Falls Flyer Goaltender Brittini Flachman to the Minnesota Crunch. Flachman is a big reason in the Flyers success in Sioux Falls ,Brittini loves the game and obviously competes said Dan Clafton. Statistically she she is sound. 24 games 19 wins 5 losses 4 shutouts a very nice 1.78 goals against and a save percentage of 91% Brittini is just another example of the quality talent we have been able to aquire. The Minnesota Crunch Home Opener in Grand Rapids is Sept 13th.

GrandRapids- The Minnesota Crunch today hired former US National Team member and former member of the TRI CIty Americans Andrew Downing as an assistant coach for Chris Marrinucci. Downing touted as one of the most gifted and skilled players to come out of Minnesota accepted the position Sunday Afternoon. Downing indicated his excitment and renewed passion for the game and looks forward to working with Marrinucci this season. Andrew is one of the purest players you will ever find and has great knowlodge of the game,

Media wrote:GrandRapids- The Minnesota Crunch today hired former US National Team member and former member of the TRI CIty Americans Andrew Downing as an assistant coach for Chris Marrinucci. Downing touted as one of the most gifted and skilled players to come out of Minnesota accepted the position Sunday Afternoon. Downing indicated his excitment and renewed passion for the game and looks forward to working with Marrinucci this season. Andrew is one of the purest players you will ever find and has great knowlodge of the game,

Congrats to Andrew, he will fit in nicely with Chris!!!!

Media, is there a game schedule posted?

We are forced out of neccessity required to wait until the Minnesota Hockey Summer Meetings conclude this weekend 75 % of our schedule is in place if something doesnt happen to require changes. We will post as soon as we can

Thanks, we're looking forward to seeing some games. Do you have a website up yet?

Tenative Schedule Subject to change


Minnesota Crunch Schedule
As of 6/24/08

August 11th Training Camp Begins
August 27th Sault ST Marie Away 9pm John Rhode arena
August 29th North American Hockey Academy Burlington VT
August 30th North American Hockey Academy Burlington VT
August 31st North American Hockey Academy BurlingtonVT
September 13th Northern Starzz 7:00pm Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
September14th Northern Starzz 2:00pm Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
September 17th Sault ST Marie (pending)
September 19th Stony Creek Ontario
September 20th Stony Creek Ontario
September 21st Stony Creek Ontario
September 27th ST Cloud Tournament
September 28th St Cloud Tournament
October 11th Northern Stars Home 7:00pm
October 12th Northern Starzz Home 2:00pm
October 18th Away Northern Starzz
October19th Away Northern Starzz
October 31st Shattuck Tournament
November 1st Shattuck Tournament
November 2 nd Shattuck Tournament
November 7th
November 8th
November9th
November 15th Shattuck Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
November 16th Shattuck Home AmericInn KIds Night /clinic
November 24th - 30th Vacation NO Practice or Games
December 5th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 7:30 pm
December 6th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 7:30pm
December 7th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 12:30 pm
December 12th ThunderBay Queens Home 7:00pm
December 13th ThunderBay Queens Home 6:30 pm
December 14th Thunder Bay Queens Home 1:00pm
December 20th
December 21st
December 22nd -28th Christmas Vacation Break No Practice or Games
January 3rd
January 4th
January 10th Shattuck 19’s Away
January 11th Shattuck19’s Away
January 16th Home
January 17th Home
January 18th Home
January 24th Balmoral Hall Home 7:00pm
January 25th Balmoral Hall Home 1:00pm
January 30th Can Am Cup ThunderBay
January 31st Can Am Cup ThunderBay
February 1st Can Am Cup ThunderBay
February 6th Shattuck Away
February 7th Shattuck Away

Remainder Pending

Media wrote:Tenative Schedule Subject to change


Minnesota Crunch Schedule
As of 6/24/08

August 11th Training Camp Begins
August 27th Sault ST Marie Away 9pm John Rhode arena
August 29th North American Hockey Academy Burlington VT
August 30th North American Hockey Academy Burlington VT
August 31st North American Hockey Academy BurlingtonVT
September 13th Northern Starzz 7:00pm Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
September14th Northern Starzz 2:00pm Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
September 17th Sault ST Marie (pending)
September 19th Stony Creek Ontario
September 20th Stony Creek Ontario
September 21st Stony Creek Ontario
September 27th ST Cloud Tournament
September 28th St Cloud Tournament
October 11th Northern Stars Home 7:00pm
October 12th Northern Starzz Home 2:00pm
October 18th Away Northern Starzz
October19th Away Northern Starzz
October 31st Shattuck Tournament
November 1st Shattuck Tournament
November 2 nd Shattuck Tournament
November 7th
November 8th
November9th
November 15th Shattuck Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
November 16th Shattuck Home AmericInn KIds Night /clinic
November 24th - 30th Vacation NO Practice or Games
December 5th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 7:30 pm
December 6th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 7:30pm
December 7th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 12:30 pm
December 12th ThunderBay Queens Home 7:00pm
December 13th ThunderBay Queens Home 6:30 pm
December 14th Thunder Bay Queens Home 1:00pm
December 20th
December 21st
December 22nd -28th Christmas Vacation Break No Practice or Games
January 3rd
January 4th
January 10th Shattuck 19’s Away
January 11th Shattuck19’s Away
January 16th Home
January 17th Home
January 18th Home
January 24th Balmoral Hall Home 7:00pm
January 25th Balmoral Hall Home 1:00pm
January 30th Can Am Cup ThunderBay
January 31st Can Am Cup ThunderBay
February 1st Can Am Cup ThunderBay
February 6th Shattuck Away
February 7th Shattuck Away

Remainder Pending

Looks Like alot of away games? with the Price of Gas that could get kind of Spendy!!! Best of Luck in your inaugural season.

We locked in our longest trip well before the gas price went goofy . but yes it is a concern as it is for every team this year.

The Forest lake restraunt and Lounge in Grand Rapids has joined a growing list of Sponsors for the Minnesota Crunch. Crunch Blue line club members will be treated to free Hor de Vours before each HOME game. The Minnesota Crunch will receive a commission on all sales during the day at any of the Forest Lakes 3 fine area's of service. Patrons simply need to mention that they are Crunch fans on the day of the Game to Support the team. A big Thankyou to the Forest lake for their committment to the Minnesota Crunch. Watch for information on joining the Bliue line club soon !

Enough of the advertising already....

16 posts 8 mention KDWA HAHAHA you dont like it dont read it !

sportsguy29 wrote:Enough of the advertising already....

Sports guy, yee of little vision. Can’t you see the significance here with this team? What potential progression in the evolution of women’s hockey. Media, keep the updates coming!

Fully agree with hockeyheaven here! Keep the updates coming, Media! Enjoy reading about the progress of this process and team!

Me too. I am excited and hope this team turns out to be something very positive for womens hockey!

Media wrote:Tenative Schedule Subject to change


Minnesota Crunch Schedule
As of 6/24/08

August 11th Training Camp Begins
August 27th Sault ST Marie Away 9pm John Rhode arena
August 29th North American Hockey Academy Burlington VT
August 30th North American Hockey Academy Burlington VT
August 31st North American Hockey Academy BurlingtonVT
September 13th Northern Starzz 7:00pm Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
September14th Northern Starzz 2:00pm Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
September 17th Sault ST Marie (pending)
September 19th Stony Creek Ontario
September 20th Stony Creek Ontario
September 21st Stony Creek Ontario
September 27th ST Cloud Tournament
September 28th St Cloud Tournament
October 11th Northern Stars Home 7:00pm
October 12th Northern Starzz Home 2:00pm
October 18th Away Northern Starzz
October19th Away Northern Starzz
October 31st Shattuck Tournament
November 1st Shattuck Tournament
November 2 nd Shattuck Tournament
November 7th
November 8th
November9th
November 15th Shattuck Home AmericInn Kids Night /clinic
November 16th Shattuck Home AmericInn KIds Night /clinic
November 24th - 30th Vacation NO Practice or Games
December 5th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 7:30 pm
December 6th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 7:30pm
December 7th Balmoral Prep School Winnipeg 12:30 pm
December 12th ThunderBay Queens Home 7:00pm
December 13th ThunderBay Queens Home 6:30 pm
December 14th Thunder Bay Queens Home 1:00pm
December 20th
December 21st
December 22nd -28th Christmas Vacation Break No Practice or Games
January 3rd
January 4th
January 10th Shattuck 19’s Away
January 11th Shattuck19’s Away
January 16th Home
January 17th Home
January 18th Home
January 24th Balmoral Hall Home 7:00pm
January 25th Balmoral Hall Home 1:00pm
January 30th Can Am Cup ThunderBay
January 31st Can Am Cup ThunderBay
February 1st Can Am Cup ThunderBay
February 6th Shattuck Away
February 7th Shattuck Away

Remainder Pending

Interesting to see NAHA, Stoney Creek and St. Cloud on schedule I think Ice Cats, Jr. WhiteCaps and maybe Walser will also be skating. Good chance to see broad group of Minnesota girls in action against other teams.

The Minnesota Crunch agreed in principal with Grand Itasca Sports Medicine to serve as training staff during Minnesota Crunch Home games.

Grand Rapids. The MInnesota Crunch are pleased to announce the signing and agreement of Forest Lake High school Star defender Miranda Nelson . We are very excited to have Miranda on our squad and feel as though we have stolen a top prospect from someone. We observed Miranda two years ago at Jr Fest and have been waiting in the wings to see what happened to her. She is intelligent and skilled in her play and was highly touted by many D-3 schools . We expect 50 -60 games will advance her game significantly. Miranda is a defensive defender she fits our mix nicely. MIranda and the rest of the Crunch will open their season August 27th in Sault ST Marie Ontario .

Grand Rapids - The Minnesota Crunch are pleased to announce the signing of Mackensie Miller for thier inaugueral team. We are excited to have Mackensie become apart of our squad of our squad said Dan Clafton . She is a tough physical defender, the type of Player we look for.
Miller was identified to the Crunch by Roxie Stang former St Cloud State player and coach to Miller at Princton. Stang said of Miller , shes a strong skater and can play the physical game . Roxy has played at the top level and knows talent. Her recommendation was good enough for us. The Crunch open Training camp August 11th.