Stories by Ira Lacher...
 Collectibles Wish List
The stuff that passes for hockey collectibles these days is missing the net! Here's one observer's wish list. [story].
One Referee for USHL Next time you attend a Bucs game, watch the fellow wearing the striped shirt with the orange-and-black armbands. You'll be watching an anachronism, but one that still makes sense. [story]
McSorley Takes a Bullet for the NHL!
During his trial, which resulted in a conviction for assault last week, the former Boston Bruin enforcer refused to blame the "beat-'em-in-the-alley" image the league has championed over the years. One veteran hockey observer believes the NHL should have owned up to its image instead of leaving McSorley to take the rap. [story]
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Clemmenson Wins National Title
Scott Clemmensen, Urbandale native, former Buccaneer, and 4 year starter at Boston College, won the NCAA Division I National Championship. It took him four years of his college career, four years of solid play that took Boston College to the playoffs every year, but finally Clem gets to take the cup home. [story].
Overrated!
Patrick Holt from Providence College comments on the BC - Providence college hockey game, and the play of former Buccaneers Scott Clemmensen, Pete Fregoe, Matt Libby, and Dominic Toretti. [story].
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Stories by Trevor Grimm...
Intrastate Rivals Square Off in Clark Cup
For the first time, the Clark Cup Finals will feature a pair of Nebraska teams, as Lincoln and Omaha square off for the USHL's biggest prize. However, there's more to this series than geographic proximity, as the Stars and Lancers just happen to be the league's two hottest teams since Christmas. [story].
Stage Set For All-Nebraska Final
With three of the four remaining teams in the Clark Cup Playoffs hailing from Nebraska, the stage could be set for the first all-Nebraska Clark Cup Final. 4-10-2001. [story].
First Round Predictions
As the first round of the Clark Cup playoffs gets underway, USHL fans might experience a sense of deja vu when they take a look at the matchups. For a preview of each first round series, click on the link. 3-28-2001.
The Winds of Change Continue
The past two seasons have seen several franchise changes in the USHL, and the next couple of years appear to be headed in the same direction. 12-22-2000. [story].
Thanksgiving Thoughts
With two months behind us, the USHL race is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in several seasons. This article presents a few random thoughts on happenings around the league so far this season. 11-22-2000. [Story]
USHL Overview.
For a look at how this will affect on-ice and off-ice activities, this article, as well as the division previews, will tell you what you need to know about the league. 9-1-2000. [Story].
USHL Preview - East Division
It sounds like a familiar refrain by now, but once again, the Green Bay Gamblers are favored in the USHL's East Division. [Story].
USHL Preview - West Division
How do the Lincoln Stars follow up a 41-16-1 season? Simply with a team that should again be the best in the USHL. [Story].
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