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Discussion on the Rookies of the 2007-08 Girls HS season, any to look out for?

http://www.mghca.com/test/general/statistics.php

Several 8th graders on the first page and even a 7th grader as this is written. Note, not all 8th graders are varsity rookies, and scoring, especially this early, doesn't always equate with impact. But it's a measurement...

There are also several 9th graders who are making their debut at the HS level.

keepitreal wrote:http://www.mghca.com/test/general/statistics.php

Several 8th graders on the first page and even a 7th grader as this is written. Note, not all 8th graders are varsity rookies, and scoring, especially this early, doesn't always equate with impact. But it's a measurement...

There are also several 9th graders who are making their debut at the HS level.

There are a lot of rookies out there. Besides the 7th, 8th and 9th grade rookies there are some Sophomores and Juniors too. I think its a little early in the season to point to any standouts but I have seen a few that I'm sure people are watching.

There are 5 top eastside kids to watch at Hill Murray and Woodbury:

Woodbury - 8th grade Clare Shaw D - she was a '93 NDP out of Texas and very good

Hill Murray - 8th graders Hanah Brandt C, Teona Zepeda F, Sara Bruchu D, 9th grade Marissa Brandt

Several 8th graders on the first page and even a 7th grader as this is written.

I'm not sure I'd get too excited about 'Page 1' since it looks like there are lots of schools that aren't participating. It's too bad we can't have one website where everyone reports.

Bensonmum wrote:

Several 8th graders on the first page and even a 7th grader as this is written.

I'm not sure I'd get too excited about 'Page 1' since it looks like there are lots of schools that aren't participating. It's too bad we can't have one website where everyone reports.

I never get too excited about statistics unless I know who is the competition. I think if you were able to look at stats against the top 20 teams it would be more relevant. Scoring goals and getting assists is only one piece of the puzzle but it can be skewed when there are games against weaker competition. Just like my college course "How to Lie with Statistics".

Joe Hockey stated that there was a 93 NDP out of Texas. I thought the youngest NDP level this year was 92?

The first girls NDP camp is for 14's but Minnesota does not participate/send girls for some reason - it was in Rochester, NY same week the 92's were in St. Cloud. Wisconsin and I think all other states/districts do send girls starting at age 14. Not sure that is in the best interest of Minnesota kids but there must be a reason. Camps are outstanding can't imagine why you wouldn't want top Minnesota kids in the process and learning from the great coaching?

Clare Shaw's family moved here in August. Girls in the CODP Festival would have played against her on Team Texas.

joehockey wrote:There are 5 top eastside kids to watch at Hill Murray and Woodbury:

Woodbury - 8th grade Clare Shaw D - she was a '93 NDP out of Texas and very good

Hill Murray - 8th graders Hanah Brandt C, Teona Zepeda F, Sara Bruchu D, 9th grade Marissa Brandt

I think its a little early to mention names of rookies but since you opened the door on the West side of the Metro some rookies (first year of high school varsity) that have started strong and have made an early impact are:

Rachel Ramsey of Minnetonka
Hilary Crowe of Blake
Jordyn Burns of Benilde
Sami Reber and Greer Vogl of Edina
Allie LaCombe of Eden Prairie
Mara Post and Sam Moore of Lakeville South
McKensie Shannon of Wayzata

I was going to mention Milicia McMillen of Breck but she is in her second year as an 8th grader! I'm sure that I'm missing some but based on what I have seen and/or stats its a place to start.

The players stats listed on the MGHCA website are VERY incomplete. A large number of teams did not list their rosters and player stats. The MGHCA did not get full cooperation with all the head coaches. Some teams only have stats for one or two games and they were listed by an opposing teams staff or coach. That is not say they are inaccurate. Just that they are incomplete. Hopefully they can prove to everyone that they are committed to their cause and next year it should be better. Right now the best place for scores is http://www.minnesota-scores.net. There are no websites right now that lists all the player stats accurately

[quote="joehockey"]There are 5 top eastside kids to watch at Hill Murray and Woodbury:

Woodbury - 8th grade Clare Shaw D - she was a '93 NDP out of Texas and very good

Hill Murray - 8th graders Hanah Brandt C, Teona Zepeda F, Sara Bruchu D, 9th grade Marissa Brandt[/quote]

How about the 8th grade defenseman from WBL. #28 Hanson. Caught the WBL /HM game, scored and Looked as good as any defenseman on the ice. Big, fast, can carry the puck. They had her on PP, PK. One to watch.

joehockey wrote:The first girls NDP camp is for 14's but Minnesota does not participate/send girls for some reason - it was in Rochester, NY same week the 92's were in St. Cloud. Wisconsin and I think all other states/districts do send girls starting at age 14. Not sure that is in the best interest of Minnesota kids but there must be a reason. Camps are outstanding can't imagine why you wouldn't want top Minnesota kids in the process and learning from the great coaching?

Clare Shaw's family moved here in August. Girls in the CODP Festival would have played against her on Team Texas.

With out coming across as an elitist, but Texas NDP? I'll give you that she is a nice player, but if she is to become a Minnesota 93' NDP she better pack a lunch. Making the east team in phase two will be a huge challenge let alone the finale cut. Some of the best 93' defensemen in the state are from the east.

Mallory Ryan - CG
Sam Hanson -WBL
Catilyn Huews -Still
Brittney Huneke -Hastings
Sara Bruchu -HM
Kendall Everson -RV
Not to mention her own teammate Samantha Greenly -Woodbury.

Abby Ness - Roseau
Francie Piche- EGF

hockeyheaven wrote:

joehockey wrote:The first girls NDP camp is for 14's but Minnesota does not participate/send girls for some reason - it was in Rochester, NY same week the 92's were in St. Cloud. Wisconsin and I think all other states/districts do send girls starting at age 14. Not sure that is in the best interest of Minnesota kids but there must be a reason. Camps are outstanding can't imagine why you wouldn't want top Minnesota kids in the process and learning from the great coaching?

Clare Shaw's family moved here in August. Girls in the CODP Festival would have played against her on Team Texas.

With out coming across as an elitist, but Texas NDP? I'll give you that she is a nice player, but if she is to become a Minnesota 93' NDP she better pack a lunch. Making the east team in phase two will be a huge challenge let alone the finale cut. Some of the best 93' defensemen in the state are from the east.

Mallory Ryan - CG
Sam Hanson -WBL
Catilyn Huews -Still
Brittney Huneke -Hastings
Sara Bruchu -HM
Kendall Everson -RV
Not to mention her own teammate Samantha Greenly -Woodbury.

Agreed an exceptional group of defensive players who are all having impact for thier teams!

Agreed. Mallory Ryan from CG is a great player for her age, and so is Catilyn Huews fron Still. Huneke from Hastings is good but doesnt have alot of size.

There is a girl from forest lake, number 18 i belive, who is suppose to be great. Anyone know her name?

Slapshots10 wrote:There is a girl from forest lake, number 18 i belive, who is suppose to be great. Anyone know her name?

No. 18 on Forest Lake is Audrey Hanmer:

http://www.maxpreps.com/FanPages/Player ... /Minnesota

Haven't seen her play, but 12 points from a freshman D is pretty good I would say.

If not mistaken Hamner made the U18 team. So it would be safe to say shes a player.

Ali Austin 8th grader from Blake. She played boys hockey and is a very strong defense.