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Words from the publisher... Summer is winding down and that means hockey season is fast approaching! We have 40 pages in this edition and that’s a testament to all the news from our markets that runs 12 months a year. You gotta love it! As I have stated in this space time and time again, no matter the time of year, just remember that it’s always family first. If that’s on the car rides to and from games or practice or enjoying a meal at some point, cherish those memories. You don’t get those back. Switching gears... want to join the program here with Rubber? Call or text me at (248) 890-3944 or get all the details by sending me an email at mackindermedia@yahoo.com. Until this time next month... --Matt
Matt Mackinder
Memorial Cupwinning coach Ahokas tabbed new bench boss for AHL’s Eagles Photo/Natalie Shaver/OHL Images
After 2026 national title, Okanagan 16U AAA coach Mitchell named new coach for QMJHL’s Islanders
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Thunderbirds, Colorado College alum Olofsson returning for another season with AHL’s Firebirds in 2026-27 Photo/Coachella Valley Firebirds Photo/Ontario Reign
Two more years with AHL’s Reign on tap for Westminster native, Colorado College grad Millar
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Pioneers alumni Veideman, Grahame named Colorado high school boys hockey team coaches Photo/Colorado College Athletics
Colorado College tabbed winner of inaugural NCHC Academic Excellence Award for 2025-26 season
Arizona trio leaves mark on EHL during 2025-26 season as Hickey, Anderson, Grantham thrive, develop
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Sustainability of EHL due in large part to committed teams with 12 vision for player development
Active EHL and EHLP alumni playing for NCAA programs during the 2025-26 season 2024-25 Commitments -- NCAA Freshmen in the Fall Arizona -- Nick Hansen -- Providence Capitals -- UMass Dartmouth California -- Alex Koenig -- Express Hockey Club -- UMass Boston California -- Vincent Lamberti -- Connecticut RoughRiders -- Amherst College California -- Quinton McElligott -- Express Hockey Club -- Western Connecticut State University California -- Charlie Vukovic -- Express Hockey Club -- Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Colorado -- Brogan Andrus -- Bridgewater Bandits -- Rivier University Colorado -- Tyler Branish -- New Jersey 87’s -- Roger Williams University Colorado -- Josh Coderre -- Providence Capitals -- Rivier University Colorado -- Liam Lane -- New York Apple Core -- Western Connecticut State University Colorado -- Aidan Radic -- Providence Capitals -- Roger Williams University Colorado -- Mason Rudrud -- Providence Capitals -- Rivier University
2023-24 Commitments -- NCAA Sophomores in the Fall Arizona -- Ryan Koshiol -- East Coast Wizards -- Keene State College Arizona -- Brendan Manning -- Vermont Lumberjacks -- Saint Anselm College Arizona -- Sean McBride -- Railers Junior Hockey Club -- Keene State College California -- Mason Sturm -- New Hampshire Avalanche -- Bowdoin College Colorado -- Lochlan Lauer -- Philadelphia Hockey Club -- Lebanon Valley College Colorado -- Spencer Sykes -- Boston Junior Rangers -- UMass Dartmouth Colorado -- Sam Zis -- Connecticut Chiefs -- Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts Nevada -- AJ Lackas -- New England Wolves -- Albertus Magnus College
2022-23 Commitments -- NCAA Juniors in the Fall Arizona -- Luke Yubeta -- Valley Junior Warriors -- Framingham State University California -- Nate Gines -- H.C. Rhode Island -- Framingham State University California -- Cade Herrera -- Seahawks Hockey Club -- Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts California -- Victor Malzahn -- Boston Junior Rangers -- SUNY Brockport California -- Isaiah McKinney -- New Jersey 87’s -- Fitchburg State University California -- Bryan McLachlan -- Boston Junior Rangers -- Southern New Hampshire University California -- Scott McManus -- Seahawks Hockey Club -- Suffolk University Colorado -- Todd Branish -- New Jersey 87’s -- Franklin Pierce University Colorado -- Nick Fall -- Connecticut RoughRiders -- Assumption University Colorado -- Christian Howanitz -- Express Hockey Club -- Worcester State University Colorado -- Ian Lindberg -- New Jersey 87’s -- Lebanon Valley College
2021-22 Commitments -- NCAA Seniors in the Fall Arizona -- Nicolas Coppola -- New Hampshire Avalanche -- Westfield State University Arizona -- Jared Shuter -- Express Hockey Club -- Arcadia University California -- Davis Bone -- Vermont Lumberjacks -- Johnson & Wales University California -- Parker James -- Express Hockey Club -- University of Dubuque California -- Ronan Mobley -- New Hampshire Avalanche -- SUNY Cortland California -- Anthony Persi -- Express Hockey Club -- Castleton University
Every Day EHL: Day in the life of New Jersey Bears star, Colorado native Oliver Bunjer
Two-tiered EHL development system a proven benefit to teams, players alike
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Simi Valley native, Mariners, Heat alum Rosenberg commits to NCAA D-III 16 King’s after pair of EHL seasons
Jr. Sharks alum Celebrini inks fiveyear contract extension with Sharks, will be ‘the centerpiece of a core of talented players’ 18
Jr. Kings product, Hermosa Beach native Sholl signs AHL deal with Reign Photo/Ontario Reign
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Arvada, Boulder, Thunderbirds alum, Arvada native Poulsen re-signs with ECHL’s Oilers for ’26-27
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Longmont native, Bison, Jaguars alum English reflects on ’25-26 junior hockey season in Idaho ski town Photo/Windy City Storm
Orange County native, former Fairmont Prep captain RoeKozorovitsky signs with NOJHL’s Voodoos ahead of ’26-27 season
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Colorado College grad, Aspen native Mbereko re-signs for ’26-27 with ECHL’s Cyclones
Greenwood Village native Gudridge commits to NCAA D-III Gustavus, ‘the place where I’ll continue to grow and develop’ Photo/NAHL
Durango native Brock heading back to home state with MSU Denver commitment
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Hawks alum, Columbine Valley native Smith inks deal with QMJHL’s Mooseheads 26 Photo/Robert Falcetti/Taft School
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Selects product, Newport Beach native McManus returning to ECHL’s Thunder for ’26-27 season
Jr. Kings grad, Long Beach native Hreschuk continuing career with ECHL’s Stingrays Photo/Idaho Steelheads/ECHL
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Mesa native, Jr. Coyotes, Bobcats alum Day takes next step with commitment to NCAA D-III UW-River Falls
Las Vegas native, Jr. Kings alum Pochiro tabbed first head coach for FPHL’s Thunder Photo/Prince George Cougars
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San Jose native Vernon signs with ECHL’s Admirals to continue pro hockey career
San Diego native, Jr. Gulls, Jr. Ducks alum Kelly signs with ECHL’s Icemen for ’26-27 season 31 Photo/Toledo Walleye/ECHL
Jr. Kings alum Wilkins back for fifth season in South Carolina with ECHL’s Stingrays Photo/South Carolina Stingrays/ECHL
Manhattan Beach native, Jr. Kings product Blake inks first pro deal with ECHL’s Gladiators
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West Jordan native Smith coming home with ACHA commitment to Weber State
Born in Canada, Stevenson finds footing in Littleton, commits to NCAA Division I UMass for future home Photo/NAHL
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Hawks, Thunderbirds alum, Greenwood Village native Rakowski commits to NCAA D-III Gustavus for ’26-27
Jr. Ducks alum, Costa Mesa native Roberts makes commitment to NCAA D-I Northern Michigan Photo/NAHL
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RoughRiders alum Sheffield inks NAHL tender with Mudbugs Jr. Gulls, Jr. Kings alum, Oceanside native Taylor rejoins Knight Monsters for ’2627 ECHL season Photo/Tahoe Knight Monsters/ECHL
Jaguars alum, Broomfield native Liebold off to ACHA hockey at Maryville Photo/NAHL
Renegades alum Hanna back in Utah with commitment to ACHA’s Aggies Photo/NAHL