Pony1976

Question: Does the transition to division I potentially, or really hurt the women's program when it comes to future / available scholarships? Not that there was ever any assurance of more being added but now I'm reading just 14 will be added for all women's sports with bball & Volleyball taking priority over the hockey team. I'm sure it costs a great deal of $$$ to transition all sports to D-I but it does seem, or sound as though the transition could be especially costly to women's hockey...available scholarships being a big key to becoming more competitive in the WCHA.

...and not a surprise to anyone. They are fairly widely known for their "physical" style. Check the stats for SSM each season. They're routinely the most penalized by a wide margin every year. Having a physical aspect to your game is necessary when moving on to D-I. You also have to learn to be smart about it and learn how to stay out of the box as well.

Jocelyne finishes in the top 10. For those who follow the WCHA, the SCSU Huskies have two recruits in the top 10 scorers and the camps top goaltender. http://www.usahockey.com/servlets/TopPlaye...09&page_id=

There's no doubt whatsoever that the competition for the talents of these young ladies will be absolutely fierce among many division I programs. You're also correct I believe that for UND to land them is certainly not assured by any means. One thing I wonder personally is how assured, or likely it is both will move on to the same program. I don't know them of course...maybe someone who knows them better can comment on how likely that may be. Have to keep in mind whether or not prospective programs have two spots (scholarships) available at the time...tho I'm sure someone will, as I'm also pretty sure several, maybe all programs will want the "package deal." Edit: Although I know where I'd like to see them end up...I hope it's in the WCHA...bottom line. 2nd Edit: Oops, "I hope it's in the WCHA." Except UMD of course

In case anyone wants to follow the fortunes of the "L" twins when things get started. Monique on the Gold team, Jocelyne on the White. http://www.usahockey.com/06_camps/main_sit...n/gselect_1718/

Hi folks, Just a neutral observer here. The departure of Colontino is a loss and the latest in what is certainly more than their share of adversity for the Sioux women. I would add tho, that I'm very confident many quality, and qualified candidates will be happy and anxious to be considered as a replacement for coach Colontino. Hopefully those involved in the search know what they're doing. Also, I'm familiar with the student athlete transfer from Clarkson. Excellent D...gave my former high school team fits her entire career (not a player, just a fan). I believe you'll agree.