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gr19 · Post by **gr19** » Sun Oct 09, 2005 11:20 am

Hello hockey fans! I'd like to hear from some people who have watched the 7AA kids in fall leagues and who has impressed you. Who should be a favorite and who is a darkhorse? Seems to me 7AA is a mess every year, I would bet this year will possibly be the most controversial when it comes to the pairings meeting in February. I think CEC, East, Elk River, and Grand Rapids will be in the semi's this year. I hope CEC plays Elk River in the semi's. I would love to see an offensive team like ER battle the best goalie in the state, Reid Ellingson.

EREmpireStrikesBack · Post by **EREmpireStrikesBack** » Sun Oct 09, 2005 3:05 pm

<blockquote>Quote:<hr>offensive team like ER<hr></blockquote> I think you are mistaken. ER is a grind it out team that takes advantage of mistakes. Haven't seen any fall league stuff, but Sars will no doubt have ER up at the top of 7AA. <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/glasses.gif ALT="8)"> Elk River AA State Champions- 2001 Boys & 2004 Girls

dozer27 · Post by **dozer27** » Sun Oct 09, 2005 5:17 pm

It seems to me that the word "offensive" could be inerpretted more than one way. Your making an assumption here Empire and might want to clarify things.

EREmpireStrikesBack · Post by **EREmpireStrikesBack** » Sun Oct 09, 2005 5:58 pm

I'm assuming he means a team that relies on offense and has a lot of firepower. Isn't that the standard definition of offensive team? <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/glasses.gif ALT="8)"> Elk River AA State Champions- 2001 Boys & 2004 Girls

dozer27 · Post by **dozer27** » Sun Oct 09, 2005 6:05 pm

Sorry. It was strictly a tongue in cheek comment. I meant no offense by it.

gr19 · Post by **gr19** » Sun Oct 09, 2005 6:17 pm

I was referring to their terrible odor.

EREmpireStrikesBack · Post by **EREmpireStrikesBack** » Sun Oct 09, 2005 7:46 pm

Ha! <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/laugh.gif ALT=":lol"> <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/sick.gif ALT=":x"> Didn't realize we had so many comedians on the board. Here's one for ya: Why did the ER chicken cross the road? Cuz it had to get the Excel to play in the State Tourney yet again. You like that one? <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/roll.gif ALT=":rollin"> Thought you would <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/glasses.gif ALT="8)"> Elk River AA State Champions- 2001 Boys & 2004 Girls

Synergy10 · Post by **Synergy10** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 10:30 am

that was a great joke Empire. I'm still laughing.

mnhockey39 · Post by **mnhockey39** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 1:31 pm

GR19: That match up would be fun to watch. Do you truly believe that Reid Ellington is the best goalie in the State of Hockey? I have heard a lot about him, however upon seeing his performance in Selects and the Elite League I has been suspect! In judging HS goalies, save %, quality of shots and consistency is what to look for in judging a net minder! Size is also a big plus! Regards, mnhockey39

mnhockey39 · Post by **mnhockey39** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 1:33 pm

GR19: I meant Reid Ellison. Regards, mnhockey39<img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/embarassed.gif ALT=":o">

EREmpireStrikesBack · Post by **EREmpireStrikesBack** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 3:08 pm

Just so ya know, there is an EDIT button that you can use instead of double posting. Peace <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/glasses.gif ALT="8)"> Elk River AA State Champions- 2001 Boys & 2004 Girls

mnhockey39 · Post by **mnhockey39** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 4:50 pm

Empire: Thanks. Regards, mnhockey39

dank06 · Post by **dank06** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 5:58 pm

I have not heard much about this kid. Best goalie in the state? strong claim. I doubt it.

EREmpireStrikesBack · Post by **EREmpireStrikesBack** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 6:05 pm

MNHockey39: You're welcome. Regards, The Empire Does anyone else have any info or stuff to back up Ellingson or whatever his name is being a stud goalie? <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/glasses.gif ALT="8)"> Elk River AA State Champions- 2001 Boys & 2004 Girls

CloquetHockey · Post by **CloquetHockey** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 8:09 pm

I'm not gonna say that he's the absolute best since I didn't get to as many games as I wanted to last year, but he is a very good goalie and very good under pressure.

PuckRanger · Post by **PuckRanger** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 10:06 pm

I saw a boatload of games last year, and this kid is the best I've seen on a consistant basis. I assure you he IS the real deal and he would have my vote for the best in the state hands down. <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif ALT=";)"> Last year, as a Sophomore: 19-6-1 with a ~2.1 GAA. Posted a .944 Save% and a 1.3 GAA in the section playoffs. He allowed two or less goals in 17 games, while recording 3 shutouts. He allowed more than 3 goals only twice -- and it wasn't uncommon for his team to be outshot by thier opponents. <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/smile.gif ALT=":)">

gr19 · Post by **gr19** » Mon Oct 10, 2005 10:50 pm

darth vader? <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/eyes.gif ALT=":rolleyes">

EREmpireStrikesBack · Mon Oct 10, 2005 11:18 pm

New around here pal?<img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/nerd.gif ALT="8o"> <img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/glasses.gif ALT="8)"> Elk River AA State Champions- 2001 Boys & 2004 Girls

wild77 · Post by **wild77** » Tue Oct 11, 2005 7:01 am

CEC was rarely outshot by their opponents last year. As far as Ellingson being the best goalie in the state, you guys can argue that one. I will say he works hard at his position. I don't know that he, by himself, won any games for CEC last year although he played a very important part in their success. I thought he was very consistent last year. In order for CEC to compete in 7AA and the state this year he needs to become a real shutdown goalie. I hope it happens.

elliott70 · Post by **elliott70** » Tue Oct 11, 2005 7:33 am

ERempire alias Darth of Rogers

elmnhockeyscout · Post by **elmnhockeyscout** » Tue Oct 11, 2005 7:43 am

Cloquet should have one of the stronger teams, and with the help of ellingson they should have a got shot at the section title. Cloquet over elk river in the finals...

elliott70 · Post by **elliott70** » Tue Oct 11, 2005 10:04 am

East Elk River Brainerd Cloquet Forest Lake Grand Rapids Cambridge Andover St Francis

Cornermukker · Post by **Cornermukker** » Tue Oct 11, 2005 12:49 pm

East Cloquet ER GR FL Brainerd Andover Cambridge St. Franny

mnhockey39 · Post by **mnhockey39** » Tue Oct 11, 2005 2:25 pm

Elliott: Your selections have merit, however I believe that Andover may surprise a few versus the bottom of the barrel. I have heard that they only lost 1 player this summer (N. Nagle?) to Totino Grace and the balance of a strong group of sophomores and juniors stayed home instead of transferring. Since its hockey program inception, the Huskies have lost D. Green to the Owls as a junior, B. Peterson (currently playing Elite League I and a top point leader) to the elks as a sophomore, B. Martell (currently playing Elite League I and a top point leader for defenseman) as a sophomore to the elks, C. Dahl (currently playing in Elite League I) transferred to Mounds View as a sophomore, N. Kellogg (currently playing Elite League II and posted a .931 save % and GAA of 0.80 at Model Camp according to a thread posted several months ago) as a freshman to Totino Grace (NK is back at Andover for his junior and senior year), A & M Shibrowski (A.S. currently playing in Elite league II) to BSM, and R. Craft to Totino Grace. From what I hear, the bleeding has stopped this year and they even have a new HS Varsity coach by the name of Bill Thorson (? spelling). ER or DE? Flip the coin, as it is a toss up! Both ER and DE have junior goalies with minimal varsity time that must step up. My prediction is the elks with the Sars factor! Regards, mnhockey39

elliott70 · Post by **elliott70** » Tue Oct 11, 2005 2:45 pm

The only thing I knew about Andover is that they continually lose kids. Perhaps the only hting I like about DE coach Randolph is that he teaches the most important hockey development skill. He teaches how to win. So Randolph against Sarsland should be a good match-up. But if Cloquet has a couple of kids step it up a bit they will be int he mix because I believe they have one of the best coaches in the state and a very good goalie to work out from (plus some veterens that learned a lot last year and have something to prove). Brainerd has some key ingredients that can make them a threat, as does Grand Rapids. With GR I just have not been impressed with the way they progress through the year and the talent gets used. And I really was impressed with some younger kids and the coaches at FL last year during the post season. Even if I am entirely wrong 7AA will be fun to watch.

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