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I believe 7-8 is low. I believe if UND “rights the ship” we should expect 8-9 wins each year. That get should get us into the playoffs each year. 7 wins isn’t always enough.

That’s cuz you were often the main character.

I agree. I believe our student section has been weak for years. Our non-student fans aren’t any better. As a fan base we do travel well and can get loud. Our band is great. I don’t believe we generate the same energetic atmosphere we once had. Yzerman19 points out what a difference the fans can make to create an energetic atmosphere and he is correct. Penn State’s entire fan base knows their cheers. Same for University of Wisconsin fans. At a Regional final in Madison years ago, their entire fan base, including the “cotton tops” knew their cheers. Wisconsin also has a number of songs in addition to their fight song and Alma mater and they all know them. They play them at graduation, weddings, reunions etc. We don't have that right now. We had the “Snake Pit” in BB many years ago, we had the “Farce” for a number of years. If you sit next to those fans having beers, a lot of their stories involved their shenanigans. This group of students can get together in 15-20yrs and reminisce about yelling “he sucks sh..”. We older fans are just as guilty. The best fans don’t need to wait until we are back at the F4. We need to do the little things as fans that might fire up a team or impress a recruit and their families. We need to dig a bit deeper for our favorite sports do we don’t loose key players cuz of NIL, and can afford to incentivize if necessary, key recruits to come here.

You are correct in that people have a right to be critical if they don’t like what he writes or doesn’t write. As I said, it goes with the job.

If we are guessing, it may or may not be true, but we don’t know, nor do we know if it was part of the equation. Berry has moved on with a classy letter. Might be a good idea to let him move on in peace.

You are correct in that there is a difference. But as the local hockey writer, he is given the privilege of access to the team and players that others don’t have. If he uses that privilege and becomes a “gossip columnist “ he would likely find players clam up around him and coaches likely wouldn’t be as open.

I agree journalists shouldn’t complain when readers or others complain because they won’t share information that is not the business of others. However, it goes with the job. Why does anyone care about disagreements between coaches. It isn’t uncommon. Why would anyone want to know about players parties, girlfriends, disagreements etc.? I assume most of us are no longer in Jr high. Subjects like Arrests, DUI’s, assaults, theft and certain accidents are different.

No, he should not. It serves no purpose. When you are privileged to be allowed “inside”, you have an obligation to keep certain things “in the family”. That includes guys like Schlossman, Hennessy, Poolman, team medical staff, locker room staff etc.

I don’t believe they would announce NIL involvement and would probably have contracts separate from our current NIL initiative if they are even going to support NIL. Just my opinion, but based on their history, I don’t believe they will donate significant dollars that someone else would manage.

I’ve never understood how UND (and U of Mn) missed on these 2 guys. If these guys were at UND, I believe we would have easily been in the tournament and Berry would be safe at least for another year. H Slukynsky can carry a team and can win games when the rest of the team isn’t playing well. G Slukynsky is obviously a very good forward who was an outstanding HS player and continues to improve each year. The recruiting decisions need to be made with a vision for the future of the program. Taking an older brother, who you see as maybe a 4th line guy, to improve the chance, if not guarantee, you will get the younger brother makes sense. Maintaining a strong Warroad to UND relationship is another reason to take the older brother, especially when the older brother has demonstrated leadership skills and comes from a winning culture.

So maybe it’s past time to do a general self reflection as fans. We have a window of opportunity to make a positive difference in this program. UND has responded with a coaching change. Fans need to contact the NIL collective and contribute. Fans need to help create an atmosphere that our players want to be part of. If we don’t wish to do our share to turn things around, them maybe we shouldn’t complain. There is no excuse to lose key players to other Summit league schools

It’s not a personal attack. I didn’t say you were uneducated, I pointed out that you misquoted my post. If you want to start a pissing contest PM me. There no reason to derail this thread.

I didn’t call you stupid. I said you posted stupid stuff. I really don’t care what you call me but if you can’t read a post correctly, I don’t need to comment further. I don’t know that I’m high on anyone. I just listed a couple of NHL guys who were impressed with him as a coach, and tried to point out he has some impressive credentials.

You know when you don’t know what you are talking about you shouldn’t post stupid stuff to prove it. He was an assistant at SCSU for 6 years. They made the NCAA tourney 5 years and the F4 the last year. Endorsed by former player now in NHL. Coached at Mn 4 yrs. Got to NCAA tourney 2 of 3 possible years. Endorsed by former player who is in NHL. Built D1 Augie program from scratch with winning program in 2 yrs with what folks here call “grindaz”. Extremely intelligent and recognized by fellow coaches and former players as an outstanding recruiter. He is also one tough SOB when he has to be. Midco did a great piece on Augie hockey and his players believe in him, respect him, a bit afraid of pissing him off but they like him and love playing for him. It doesn’t matter if guys who have never coached or played at the college level don’t think he can recruit or that his Augie creds aren’t sufficient. When multiple NHL guys who played for him highly endorse him, I take notice. He is highly qualified and I would bet a nice donation that he would be successful. Having said that, I don’t know if he is interested and it doesn’t seem to me that UND would reach out so maybe it’s a moot point. Denver hired a guy a few years ago that a lot of folks didn’t think much of other than he looked a bit like Opie (or maybe Howdy Doody). That seems to have worked out ok. There are a number of other great choices others have discussed, so hopefully whomever it is, they will be successful.

I think that is pretty accurate. I got the impression from UND that they have a plan already in place, and anyone else can access an application online. Just my impression. Your take on his relationship with Morton, I believe is accurate.

He has 2 more years on his contract.

You might be surprised Sparky. You going to be the new keyboard warrior?

His Dad played for Providence and was drafted by the Capitals. Both parents were teachers and his Dad was his HS hockey coach. Very smart, tough hard nosed defenseman. He also played RB in FB. Gained over 1000 yds in both his Jr and Sr seasons. Quick, fast, heavy hitter. He and Reed Manke were key players who led DL to the 2001 state championship. A honor student. Played 3 yrs in USHL for Lincoln, then 4yrs at St. Cloud. Voted A as Soph and C his Jr and Sr years. All WCHA defenseman and I believe he was an academic All-American. Played professional hockey in Norway and Finland before assistant at StCloud then Minn. Hired by Josh Morton to start Augie program and help oversee building their new arena. Watched player interviews. He makes them a bit nervous cuz he is no nonsense and very smart but they respect and like him. Gopher fans want him back. He is a hell of a recruiter. Quiet guy, nice guy. Players will play for him cuz they won’t want to let him down. Excellent teacher. I haven’t asked if he is interested and I won’t. I have no idea if UND is interested in him but he should be considered.

Not what I heard, but I wouldn’t know.

Is that why they are leaving?

People close to the program said players liked her.

Schiller is one of them

Same guy who told me an hour ago Mallory was out, said 8 girls going into portal.

No, but Seattle is still paying him.

If you are implying that Poolman’s age is an issue, you don’t know anything about medicine, or speed and strength training. That is why medical personnel must complete continuing medical education conferences, courses and workshops to maintain a license. In addition, years of experience is invaluable. I don’t think anyone is offended unless you were. PM me if you wish, I am always willing to learn, but let’s keep this thread on topic.