spfreak Posted June 14, 2006 Posted June 14, 2006 QUOTE(stafford_rules @ Jun 14 2006, 11:52 AM) Paul Colontino has left to take a job as associate head coach at Mercyhurst. Is that a loss? Yes Quote
CDog Posted June 14, 2006 Posted June 14, 2006 Is that a loss? I really hope you weren't being serious with that question. This program is going to bottom out in the next two months. It will be the biggest loss to date in the women's program. A conservative guess is that 3-4 more players are going to leave the program as well. The Woosters left because they couldn't stand playing for Rivard anymore. Then the University sent out a Press Release that was full of BS concerning their departure. UND and Grand Forks are losing a great man and a great coach in Paul Colontino. The handwriting is on the wall and he's getting the hell out of here. Rivard will be fired at the end of this upcoming season. She would have been fired this year, but some in the administration thought it wouldn't look good because she was pregnant. I would not consider myself a women's hockey fan, but I know what's going on with this departure and it is complete Bull Sh*t. Quote
Pony1976 Posted June 15, 2006 Posted June 15, 2006 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. Quote
dlsiouxfan Posted June 15, 2006 Posted June 15, 2006 I say that if we get anyone who knows two things about hockey or managing athletes we might as well make that person head coach because they would probably know two more things than our current coach. Quote
redwing77 Posted June 15, 2006 Posted June 15, 2006 Collontino is a nice guy too. I've met him a few times. We started talking and he seems to have a good head on his shoulders. The major impact, IMO, will be the lockerroom. Wasn't it stated that most of the ladies who left the program didn't like Rivard but liked Collontino and the other assistant? Might those who were on the fence with leaving or staying leave because Collontino is gone now? I don't know what to think about all of this, but if Hockeymom says everything will be ok, or if she suggests a plan of action, I'll go with it. Hockeymoms all know whats best for the girls Quote
HockeyMom Posted June 15, 2006 Posted June 15, 2006 I don't know what to think about all of this, but if Hockeymom says everything will be ok, or if she suggests a plan of action, I'll go with it. Hockeymoms all know whats best for the girls Well, I don't know if everything will be all right, but I am the kind of person who likes to look at the glass as being half full. We have a lot of good recruits coming in. That said, you could have the best players in the world on your team, if the chemistry isn't there........you're not going to be successful. I think it's safe to say that it can't get much worse than last year....... We'll just have to wait and see. Quote
CDog Posted June 15, 2006 Posted June 15, 2006 Well, I don't know if everything will be all right, but I am the kind of person who likes to look at the glass as being half full. We have a lot of good recruits coming in. That said, you could have the best players in the world on your team, if the chemistry isn't there........you're not going to be successful. I think it's safe to say that it can't get much worse than last year....... We'll just have to wait and see. The recruits coming in were ALL brought in by Colontino (as well as the transfer). They can change their mind upon hearing of his departure. Quote
HockeyMom Posted June 15, 2006 Posted June 15, 2006 The recruits coming in were ALL brought in by Colontino (as well as the transfer). They can change their mind upon hearing of his departure. *drinks the half full glass* *throws up* Quote
Pony1976 Posted June 16, 2006 Posted June 16, 2006 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/ Quote
stafford_rules Posted June 17, 2006 Posted June 17, 2006 my goodness... i would not be surprised to see them in the olympics someday. Quote
UND Fan Posted June 17, 2006 Posted June 17, 2006 I really hope you weren't being serious with that question. This program is going to bottom out in the next two months. It will be the biggest loss to date in the women's program. A conservative guess is that 3-4 more players are going to leave the program as well. The Woosters left because they couldn't stand playing for Rivard anymore. Then the University sent out a Press Release that was full of BS concerning their departure. UND and Grand Forks are losing a great man and a great coach in Paul Colontino. The handwriting is on the wall and he's getting the hell out of here. Rivard will be fired at the end of this upcoming season. She would have been fired this year, but some in the administration thought it wouldn't look good because she was pregnant. I would not consider myself a women's hockey fan, but I know what's going on with this departure and it is complete Bull Sh*t. I was not being sarcastic with that question. I live a couple of thousand of miles away from GF and really didn't know how valuable of an asset he was for the program. I appreciate many of you enlightening me! Quote
redwing77 Posted June 17, 2006 Posted June 17, 2006 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/ They're quite amazing hockey players. My neighbor, whose daughters play hockey, and I talk every now and then about them and what it would be like to get the "L" sisters (as you say) to come to UND to play. However, unlike him, I'm not so optimistic. Yeah, they're what... going into 10th grade? However, there are huge question marks regarding our program. I just don't see them coming to UND if all this junk about Rivard is really true. Nor do I see them coming to UND if the junk about Rivard is false and yet UND does nothing to improve the women's program. You all have to understand that, right now, these girls could choose any DI school in the nation even right now, and they'd be sure to get in (barring academic issues). With powerhouses like UMD, UMN, and the Ivy League schools all wanting them badly, what is going to make our program stick out? Quote
Pony1976 Posted June 17, 2006 Posted June 17, 2006 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 Quote
choyt3 Posted June 17, 2006 Posted June 17, 2006 You all have to understand that, right now, these girls could choose any DI school in the nation even right now, and they'd be sure to get in (barring academic issues). With powerhouses like UMD, UMN, and the Ivy League schools all wanting them badly, what is going to make our program stick out? Thanks for adding that perspective. I'm sure no one realized it before reading your post. Quote
sioux5 Posted June 19, 2006 Posted June 19, 2006 The women's hockey team just lost the best coach they ever had. Coach Colontino held that program together. To be honest, I never respected a coach so much as I did Coach Colontino. Best of luck to you Paul. Quote
GREENEY Posted June 27, 2006 Posted June 27, 2006 The women's hockey team just lost the best coach they ever had. Coach Colontino held that program together. To be honest, I never respected a coach so much as I did Coach Colontino. Best of luck to you Paul. I heard that the woosters have been released to Mercyhurst. Where colontino went. A real slap in the face to the UND program. Colontino was the best thing that has happend to this program. He will make any program better I am just sorry that UND is so STUPID to not have made him an Associate here. We just lost the only reason that UND has ever won a game. Shantel is DONE and the team is starting all over. Bunning said the players should leave if they don't like Rivard, because shantel is the coach and he will not fire her. Way to go Bunning!!!!! they are leaving ..... even the staff. Quote
Pony1976 Posted July 1, 2006 Posted July 1, 2006 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= Quote
stafford_rules Posted July 1, 2006 Posted July 1, 2006 kinda cool they both had the most penalty minutes. Quote
Pony1976 Posted July 1, 2006 Posted July 1, 2006 ...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. Quote
HockeyMom Posted July 13, 2006 Posted July 13, 2006 Source?? Do we really need a source? They've already said that they aren't coming back next year. Which is a disappointment, cause I'll miss hearing the avatar say "Wooster......sweet!" when one them skates by the glass in front of us. She even named her stuffed puppy Wooster..... Well, anyway....I still wish them success. Quote
GREENEY Posted July 18, 2006 Posted July 18, 2006 I do know from the the woosters that they did have their releases sent to murcyhurst but if they will actually go they did not seem sure! DAWN FROATS RESIGNED!!!!! Quote
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