He will spend this year with the Des Moines Buccaneers of the USHL. Silver medalist in the 1991 Canada Cup. The fact that the two-time National Champs are taking a player from our program is a big deal and we're incredibly proud of Dom and happy for his whole family that he will be a Bulldog," U16 Head Coach Dan Riedel said. He played with the Grizzlies in 2014-2015 under Head Coach Mike Peruzzi. After a few months back with us, he was called back up to the NAHL with Corpus Christi. The United States Hockey League (USHL) is the top junior league in the country and the primary launching point for players embarking on Division-I college careers. Drafted at 17 years and 344 days old. We are proud of Mitch and happy for his family," Head Coach Dan Riedel said. Starting with the USHL is important though, as its obviously the most recognizable junior league in the country and familiar at least in name to all youth hockey players. Stop in to register today or take advantage of a reduced initiation fee promotion in January for $20.22. He has 1 goal and 7 assists this year with a +3 rating. Finsihing it off is the #1 Tier 2 Midget A team in the country heading to Frisco, Texas, as they look to defend back-to-back National Championships, coached by Jason Selleke. The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies would like to congratulate former player William Lockwood on being selected in the 2016 NHL Draft by the Vancouver Canucks. Community service has always been a big part of the Oakland Jr. Grizzlies program with all of the teams participating in the Salvation Army Bell Ringing Program every year. If thats not having your cake and eating it too, Im not sure what is. This is a well deserved opportunity. Visit ESPN to view the Oakland Golden Grizzlies team roster for the current season. We are asking for all BYHA families who have participated in the 2022-23 hockey season to give us your feedback.Click on the link below and and fill out this short 5 minute survey. Spent three seasons as General Manager of the Frankfurt Lions in the German Elite League following retirement as a player in 2007. The Grizzlies have 3 out of 4 National Bound Tier 1 AAAteams ranked in the Top 10 in the country, more than any other organization in Michigan. By Craig Peterson, 05/23/19, 8:00AM EDT. Sport & Fitness for corporate memberships for current Shakopee Youth Hockey families. He is the second player from the Midget Major team to commit to the Falconsas teammate Chase Pletzke also did so earlier in the year. They had a tremendous season, winning the Tier 1 Elite Hockey League Championship back in Febrary, compiling a 52-9-4 record through States. Baseball Preview: Oakland - Wichita State Athletics He announced last week that he would be joining the Facons as soon as the 2018-2019 season. Adam Goodsir - Men's Ice Hockey - Michigan State University Athletics The only kid that I've been made aware of to go directly from MI-HS to the Development Program is Cadillac's Dawson Cook in 2011,so its just not very practical in the circles we operate in and I dont want to get too lost in numbers that dont necessarily pertain to us. ", Riedel said. Michaels leads the way with 23 points on the year, followed by James with 20, and Steeves with 13, all playing pivotal roles on the #3 Nationally Ranked Team in the country. Congratulations to Georgy and we wish him best of luck as he continues his hockey career! However, of the 45 to appear in more than five games for Team USA, just three hailed from Michigan, with two stemming from Little Caesars and one from Honeybaked. Ive always contended that if not for AAA hockey in this state, Michigans high school product could rival Minnys and be just as fruitful. McGroarty, a standout forward for the team this year, has put up an astonishing 91 points in 33 games with a +50 rating to go along with it. "I am beyond excited to play College Hockey, I knew once I went to a game at Maine that it was an easy choice for me," Sasson told MIHockeyNow. Couple that with the fact that every NTDPer is either an 01 or 02-birth year while the vast majority of the USHL 74 percent, to be exact are 98, 99 or 00-birth years. He will be in the running for rookie of the year in the AHL, as he has completely shined as a first year pro. We are very happy for Zach and his family. Head Coach Mike Peruzzi had the following to say about Tommy, "The Oakland Junior Grizzlies U18 team congratulates Tommy Parrottino on his commitment to play hockey at Michigan Technological University. U16AAA Oakland Junior Grizzlies Dan has a record of 282-123-26 with National Championship tournament appearances in 2017, 2018, and 2019. Swankler, an '01 is fromPennsylvania and decided to move up to Michigan toplay with the U16 Midget Minor team under Head Coach Dan Riedel. I think that paints a really good overall view of the league as a whole but wanted to also break it down so that we can zero in on Michigan-born players specifically. He spentlast year with the Green Bay Gamblers of the USHL tallying 7 goals and 6 assists for a 13 point total. Coming off of shoulder surgery in his last season at the University of Michigan, Norris was assigned to Ottawa's AHL affiliate, the Belleville Senators. Prep schools were the primary feeder into Development Program, with HPHL U16 and T1EHL U16 following close behind. U18AAA Peruzzi Roster | Oakland Junior Grizzlies Hockey Club Only giving up 91 goals in 71 games, they amassed a Goals Against Average of just 1.28, which was good for the #1 Defensive team in Tier 2 hockey. I can represent all of high school hockey as part of Team Michigan and the MDHL, for instance, which develops, promotes and advances MI-HS players from across the state. Straight from U16 to the USHL is a tough thing to do and he had a fantastic year. Of the 45 players to dress for the NTDP, 40 had Division-I commitments. It was pretty special. Lockwood was selected 64th overall in the third round. Congrats to the whole Grant family," Riedel said. Transit is also a draft pick of the Dubuque Fighting Saints of the USHL and has committed to playing there for the 2017-2018 season. Clark said. For them to make the Youth Olympic team and get a chance to represent their country is a wonderful honor that they both deserve. He also had the highest plus/minus on the team with a +60 rating. Worth noting, especially given the fact that the league selects many of these players at 16-years-old in the Phase-I Draft. He is a highly skilled player and a tremendous offensive threat every time he touches the ice. Tommy Parrottino, a forward for the U18 Midget Major AAA team has committed to Michigan Tech for the 2018-2019 season. It's going to be a great event and we can't wait to participate," U16 AAA Head Coach Dan Riedel said. U16 Head Coach Dan Riedel said. 2023 Oakland Junior Grizzlies Hockey Club Login. "It was a fun experience," he said. U18 AAA; U16 AAA; U15 AAA; U14 AAA; 2010 AAA; 2011 AAA; 2012 AAA; 2013 AAA; . "Drew is elite because his effort, drive and focus are unmatched. It is reserved for only the best of the best and to compete in such a league is extremely rare and difficult to attain. This is Will's 1st season with the Oakland Junior Grizzlies and he looks forward to guiding his players in maximizing their . "The Grizzlies organization was very fortunate to have a player of Brandons caliber come through our program. Both boys are elite talents and extremely high quality young men. After the huge success of last years 1st Annual Charity Game for Movember, the U16 AAA #3Oakland Jr. Grizzlies and #15Honeybaked will continue their cross town rivalry on December 17th at 7:15pm for both theSt. Jude's and Toys For Tots charities. "It was a fun experience," he said. Originally a San Jose 1st Round Draft Pick, Norris has tore up the American Hockey League this year, scoring 30 goals along with 28 assists in 52 games. It is like a high point in life. Looking for a hockey league that is less intense,not as much of a time commitment, and less cost involved? Home Played 20 games in the NHL with the Quebec Nordiques and Anaheim Mighty Ducks. He is a native of Macomb and grew up playing Tier I & Tier II hockey in Detroit before going on to play junior hockey in Missoula Montana. Moving on to the Lincoln Stars of the USHL he was a First Team All-Star, Forward of the Year, and won the 2004-05 USHL Scoring Title. Northern Iowa wins MVC Tournament opener 75-62 oakland jr grizzlies u16 roster. The U18 Midget Major AAA team, coached by Dan Riedel, will finish off their season in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania as an at large bid. The 6'3 defensemenplayed in 53 games last year for the U16 AAA Midget Minor team with6 goals and 25 assists along with a +26 rating. Tommy was among the top goal scorers and point producers in the Tier One Elite Hockey League. Michaels, an '02 birth year,has committed to continue his hockey career at UMass. Our staff is thrilled for Andrei and his family on his commitment to Michigan," Head Coach Dan Riedel said. Shakopee Hockey Former U18 AAA OJG Forward Jake Transit has committed to continue his hockey career at Ferris State University. He's a big body, strong on pucks, elusive, high end skill power forward. The Oakland Jr Grizzlies U16 Oakland Jr Grizzlies U16 It is an absolute spectacle and tremendous model that has produced 1,000s of college players, 100s of professional players and the hockey hotbed of the country for scouts looking to fill rosters. He also spent a couple games down in Omaha in the USHL, where he was also a 4th round draft pick. Hopefully, theres value in this and better understanding where these players come from, where theyre heading and understanding the process of getting to the USHL. He is a puck moving, offensive defensemen with a high hockey IQ, Head Coach Dan Riedel said, Also has good mobility and is a great team leader. Hunter is scheduled to play with Omaha the weekend of October 30th as well. But the Oakland offense came alive in the fourth, scoring three times to take a 3-2 . He is a multi league draft pick, being selected by the Waterloo Black Hawks in the USHL and the Ottawa 67s in the OHL. Mr. Bishop billeted Joey, Coach Norris had Mac at a younger age then again with us at Midgets,"U16 Head Coach Dan Riedel said,"It's very gratifying to see these guys get what they deserve. Registration Coordinator: Kristine McGuire, Mite Off-Ice Coordinator: Laura Moon & Megan Menden. Picture Courtesy of MiHockey/Michael Caples. Current U16 AAA Goaltender Logan Stein recently committed to Ferris State University to further his hockey career. Golden Grizzlies Outlast WSU - Wichita State Athletics Other leagues worth noting are the BCHL (nine), NCDC (seven) HPHL U18 (six), NAPHL 16U (five), NAPHL 18U (five), AJHL (three) and CCHL (three). - On Sunday, Oakland University Men ' s Basketball dropped its second - straight game 68 - 63 to Robert Morris at the UPMC Events Center . Lockwood was an offensive producer at the University of Michigan, recording 37 goals and 48 assists in his time there for a total of 85 points. Filak, an '04 has had a great first half of the season racking up 8 goals and 20 assists as an underager. PLYMOUTH, Mich. Thirteen forwards, eight defensemen and two goaltenders have been selected to joinUSA Hockeys National Team Development Program, it was announced today. Dan played professionally for 5 years and amassed 164 points in 245 games. U16 AAA Forward Jaden grant has committed to play his College Hockey at Bowling Green University! Sport & Fitness for corporatememberships for current Shakopee Youth Hockey families. Detractors will point out that AAA entities are broken up by organization as well as age group while MI-HS schools all getting lumped in together as one is misleading. Well, lets chalk it up as a difference of opinion. The Oakland Jr. Grizzlies are sending four boys teams teams to the USA Hockey National Championships in various cities across the country from April 6-10, 2017. Romeo Playing for the U16 AAA Grizzlies back in 2013-14, Lockwood has gone on to have a tremendous Junior and College Career after his time with the Grizzlies. However, when your junior league draft year passes (the OHLs entry draft also takes place at 16-years-old, similar to the USHL), and youre not one of the lucky ones selected, it can be a tough pill to swallow.