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Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Michigan-Based Universities Dominating Junior Hockey Transfers
High-end draft picks Porter Martone, Malcolm Spence join growing list of junior talent joining Michigan-based universities. The junior hockey landscape has been completely flipped on it's head as of late as the Canadian Hockey League, Comprised of leagues from Ontario, Quebec and Western Canada have changed their rules as naming their players professionals and not allowing them to attend NCAA schools. This was changed this past August and players are taking advantage. Universities all over are tripping over themselves trying to land the top junior talent in the sport and lure them to their school. These teams have far better facilities, money-making opportunities with Name, Image and Likeness Deals as well as bigger and more mature talent than the CHL. The biggest draw for the NCAA is the American college experience that many players would be interested in experiencing rather than staying with a billet family in rural Canada. The biggest story out of the shifting junior hockey world was 2026 top NHL prospect Gavin McKenna leaving the WHL and committing to joining Penn State. Besides losing out on McKenna, Michigan-based universities are dominating this process. The University of Michigan and Michigan State have lead the way in terms of new transfers with top talents like Malcolm Spence and Jack Ivankovic joining the Wolverines while top draft picks Porter Martone and Cayden Lindstrom both agreed to play for the Spartans. The NCAA National Ice Hockey Championship was just won by Western Michigan, who has become a mainstay in the picture for a national title. The recent adds by the other Michigan-based schools will certainly close the gap and make NCAA hockey far more competitive than ever before especially in the state of Michigan. Bookmark The Hockey News Detroit Red Wings team site to stay connected to the latest news, game-day coverage, and player features. Spence was drafted 43rd overall in the second round during this year's draft and is coming off three stellar seasons with the Erie Otters. The Mississauga native put up 177 points through 195 games and will be a instant sparkplug for the Wolverines offence. They'll also get a reliable backstop with Ivankovic, who was drafted with the 58th overall pick in the second round by the Nashville Predators. After two season with the Mississauga/Brampton Steelheads, the 18-year-old posted a 39-17-9 record with a 2.93 goals against average and a .903 save percentage. He played with Team Canada on several occasions and will be an instant difference maker for Michigan. State got the higher end names however with Martone, who was projected to go as high as second overall in this year's draft but was ultimately selected sixth overall by the Philadelphia Flyers. Many expected his move to be to Penn State as they are also making splash adds but the 98-point producer last season instead chose the Spartans. Martone's 191 points through 149 games with the Steelheads make him a blockbuster add. The Spartans didn't stop their as they also added the fourth overall pick in last year's draft with Lindstrom. The BC native will be joining Martone after recording 88 points, including 46 goals and 42 assists, through 102 games with the Medicine Hat Tigers. Lindstrom was sidelined for all of last season with an injury but returned for the playoffs and averaged a point-per-game through four playoff games. Both schools made adds that could immediately make them national title contenders and more junior players are transferring in and out all the time. We could still see more players opt to committing with Michigan schools and could make the state a future force to be reckoned with in the collegiate hockey scene. Red Wings' Net Gets Crowded: Gibson Joins Fold as Cossa, Augustine Eye NHL Jobs Red Wings prospects Sebastian Cossa and Trey Augustine both could challenge for Detroit's backup job in the 2026-27 season. Never miss a story by adding us to your Google News favorites!
Associated Press
18-06-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Coach Perspective Consultants Launches Mentorship Program to Redefine the Hockey Family Advisor Role
NY, UNITED STATES, June 18, 2025 / / -- Backed by 36+ years of NCAA coaching experience, the new service prioritizes development, perspective, and long-term fit over premature recruitment and hype Coach Perspective Consultants, a newly launched mentorship service for hockey families and players, is setting out to shift the narrative around college hockey recruitment. Founded by longtime NCAA coaches Cam Ellsworth and Ben Murphy, the program offers strategic, development-first guidance rooted in real coaching experience—not promises or placement guarantees. With decades spent evaluating, recruiting, and mentoring players at the collegiate level, Ellsworth and Murphy created the consultancy to provide families with clarity and insight through every stage of the hockey journey. Unlike traditional 'family advisor' models that often emphasize exposure and outcomes, Coach Perspective Consultants focuses on building strong relationships, developing players holistically, and ensuring the right fit—athletically, academically, and personally. 'We've coached and recruited across all levels, and what families need today isn't more hype. They need honest, clear mentorship that helps them enjoy the journey—not just chase the next opportunity,' said co-founder Ben Murphy. The mentorship program includes regular player and parent sessions, individualized development plans, recruiting education, and ongoing support tailored to each athlete's path—across both men's and women's hockey. Parent involvement is a key part of the model, with monthly strategy meetings designed to ease pressure, reset expectations, and restore the joy of watching a child play the game they love. 'Recruitment isn't just about where a player can go—it's about where they can grow,' said co-founder Cam Ellsworth. 'We help families recognize what actually matters: development, readiness, and environments that support long-term success.' By capping their client load at 30 families per consultant, Coach Perspective Consultants ensures that every relationship receives the depth of attention it deserves. Their services are also available to hockey organizations seeking sustainable program-wide development, coach mentorship, and parent engagement strategies. To learn more or book a free 30-minute mentorship consultation, visit About Coach Perspective Consultants Coach Perspective Consultants provides mentorship, development planning, and strategic guidance to hockey families, players, and organizations. Led by NCAA veteran coaches Cam Ellsworth and Ben Murphy, the service is built on experience, integrity, and a commitment to long-term growth—helping athletes and families navigate the hockey journey with clarity and confidence. Sam Preston Unlimited Content +44 7799 180194 email us here Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
