DanHFboards Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 NHL scouts have said that Matt Jones does not garner much attention because he does not shine in one particular area. Solid, steady, and consistent. Looking at the numbers, his offensive game has improved this year. How do Sioux fans see his progression at the collegiate level? In your opinion, what are his best assets and what will he need to work on for the jump to the next level? Comments appreciated. GP G A PTS PIM 2003-04 29 7 9 16 20 2002-03 39 1 5 6 26 2001-02 37 2 5 7 20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skateshattrick Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 NHL scouts have said that Matt Jones does not garner much attention because he does not shine in one particular area. Solid, steady, and consistent. Looking at the numbers, his offensive game has improved this year. How do Sioux fans see his progression at the collegiate level? In your opinion, what are his best assets and what will he need to work on for the jump to the next level? Comments appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MinnesotaNorthStar Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Jones is solid. Very underrated. Very good on his feet, and doens't get burned very often. Great on the PK, good trasistion player as well. I think him and Matt Greene are one of the top defensive pairings in the country. Phoenix made a great choice, I'm really looking forward to seeing him play at the next level. I've said it before......... JONES FOR HOBEY!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manderleigh13 Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 I have watched Jones progress from his days in Juniors in Green Bay to where he is today. He has always been a solid defender but this year he has stepped up to the plate and is putting points on the board. He has stepped up when the Sioux have needed him, helping contribute to their wins over Minnesota in November, St. Cloud in January, and CC this past Friday night. He has 7 goals, a career-high for him, just 6 goals away from tying former UND defenseman John Noah for the record. He moves the puck well and is good on his feet. He is rarely beat to the net. He is a solid 2-way defender and is becoming more of an offensive-defenseman. He has 15 points so far this season, 3 more than in his first two seasons combined. He has played for the USA in the World Junior Championship and in 2 Four Nations Tournaments, being named top defenseman in one of them. The announcers have commented on him being one of the best in the WCHA and I also heard an interview with the New Jersey Devils scout, who agreed. I think Jones will jump straight to pros and will do very well with the Coyotes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manderleigh13 Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 16 points this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanHFboards Posted February 17, 2004 Author Share Posted February 17, 2004 Thanks for the comments, keep them coming. I would be interested to hear more opinions. Good luck the rest of the way! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sioux fan in phoenix Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Thanks for the comments, keep them coming. I would be interested to hear more opinions. Good luck the rest of the way! And I'll make it a point to see him in person when he decides to make the leap. Not really into the Coyotes, but I'd really like to see him in person & cheer for the guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manderleigh13 Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Sioux fan in Phoenix- How did you become a Sioux fan? I'm just curious considering you are in Phoenix. It's cool how they have fans all over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manderleigh13 Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Jones was nominated defensive player of the week. Drew and David were also nominated for rookie and offenseman. 3rd nomination for Jones and he has won it once. Another factor showing his development. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sioux fan in phoenix Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Sioux fan in Phoenix- How did you become a Sioux fan? I'm just curious considering you are in Phoenix. It's cool how they have fans all over. Hey there. Grew up in G.F. True, Sioux hockey fans are spread all over the country--no matter where you go, there they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoteauRinkRat Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 Jones is very solid and steady and does not make a lot of mistakes. He isn't very flashy so therefore doesn't garner all the headlines like some explosive dmen would across the country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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