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WPA ACHA College Club Hockey
dazedandconfused replied to Danner27's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Danner, why do you hate everything related to hockey? Better yet, since you do, why not retire from here and find a hobby you might enjoy a bit more? -
Vipers revisted
dazedandconfused replied to dazedandconfused's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
This makes ZERO sense on multiple levels. First of all, the Vipers(NHAHA) have the roster software and are authorized to create rosters for Esmark and Viper Stars as well. Why would they still do this when those teams provide them with nothing but the opportunity for headaches and problems? Because when you roster a team with your software, you as the rostering entity are now responsible for any issues that arise all season long. Second, why on earth would the Huskies(Black Bear) who have just hired two full time paid persons to run the organization allow for that type of competitive organization reside in the same building. Makes zero sense and the Viper Star parents who are buying this kool-aid from the Esmark hierarchy should probably due some extra vetting and due diligence. -
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Discussion
dazedandconfused replied to ChiefKeef's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
This was the alleged plan "to make Tier 1 Hockey more affordable to everyone". And then the mastermind realized not only could he bulldoze a path for his kid but he could also make a S**T ton of money in the process. And then local hockey became a battle of who could spend more money. -
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Discussion
dazedandconfused replied to ChiefKeef's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
SHAHA has one of if not The Best youth Coach in the whole District. Also, by far the most under-rated. He's tough but fair and any player who is willing to listen, learn and take constructive criticism will benefit from and love playing for him. -
Lemieux getting a 3rd sheet
dazedandconfused replied to Denis Lemiuex's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Can you enlighten me as to what response you are referencing? The one where I said that you belittle everything? Because you do. Everything sucks. No one should play hockey past 10U unless they are AA or higher because.... well, I'm bitter and everyone should just quit the game. Have you considered a therapist? -
Lemieux getting a 3rd sheet
dazedandconfused replied to Denis Lemiuex's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Bueller? Bueller? Spear? Bender? Anyone? -
Lemieux getting a 3rd sheet
dazedandconfused replied to Denis Lemiuex's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Danner..... he's such a clown. Full of contempt for everything because his kids didn't "make it" so he belittles E-V-E-R-Y-T-H-I-N-G The OHL has 20 teams. The USHL has 16. Here are the last 4 NHL drafts going back to pre-covid days 2022 NHL draft USHL - 57 players OHL - 35 players 2021 NHL draft USHL - 50 players OHL - 30 players 2020 NHL draft USHL - 51 players OHL - 31 players 2019 NHL draft USHL - 52 players OHL - 25 players So...... for those who asked I think these facts should speak for themselves? But we all know the world today doesn't believe in facts..... it just gives in to those who yell the loudest. -
Lemieux getting a 3rd sheet
dazedandconfused replied to Denis Lemiuex's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Who are "they"? I see that's what Forbin said but I didn't realize that Forbin was the Commissioner of the USHL either. The USHL website has nothing on it about future expansion so if you know where there is something other than Forbin's opinion then please enlighten us instead of being a massengale's product. -
Lemieux getting a 3rd sheet
dazedandconfused replied to Denis Lemiuex's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
It seems like a lot of premature excitement about something that's at best a long-shot. Has the USHL announced any expansion plans? I can't find anything on the website about any expansion plans. The key to the USHL success and why it has equaled or surpassed the OHL is because they've never given in to expansion so it has never been watered down. Why change that? Based on what little has trickled out this is actually being built as the NHL practice facility so they no longer have to share with a youth organization and the general population of insane 5 year old and up parents. I also don't even think it's going to be in the same proximity to the current rinks but instead back by the hotel. If nothing else, maybe they'll consider putting in enough seating so that all fans who want to watch HS Championship games can actually get a seat. -
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Discussion
dazedandconfused replied to ChiefKeef's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Then I guess it would be safe to say that you shouldn't run for the Safesport coordinator at your organization. -
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Discussion
dazedandconfused replied to ChiefKeef's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
There they are. In their pristine hazmat suits, "The Clean-up Crew" I know this much. The Coach(es) that are in question have already had a "timeout" and now they are off the website? But remember, this from GD4H, a first time clean-up poster. "None of what is going on is that bad. You obviously aren’t in the know and none of us should take anything you have to say seriously. " Like I said, The track record of sweeping things under the rug is well-documented. -
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Discussion
dazedandconfused replied to ChiefKeef's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
What are you? The board police? Put it this way, what I was told is real bad. Until I hear multiple-source verification I'm not speculating. Hence the request here. The track record of sweeping things under the rug is well-documented. -
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Discussion
dazedandconfused replied to ChiefKeef's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Now, on to the bigger news of the day. So apparently there are some serious issues within the girls program coaching ranks to the extent that if even half of what I was told is true, there's going to be a septic tank full of doo-doo. Only what I was told, so maybe some of the super-sleuths on here can look into it further. -
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Discussion
dazedandconfused replied to ChiefKeef's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Me too!! And that would the horrible level of player retention at NP. Such an insider as yourself must have some idea of what's the root cause so please enlighten us. -
Final PAHL division chart
dazedandconfused replied to RJUSHL's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
But........ these were all "AAA" players who returned to their roots to have their way with the lowly peasants of PAHL AA. Right? -
Hunt Armory Ice Rink
dazedandconfused replied to RegDunlop7's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
This entire adventure has been an ill-conceived plan. Whatever the impetus was, and please don't say it was for the city players, the whole thing seems like a waste of a lot of time and money. They have games scheduled there for November which I've been told are already being rescheduled to other rinks. The talk of CC, Chatham and Pitt becoming permanently based out of there really seems far fetched and other than maybe the nostalgia, I can't really say it provides anything better than an average ice barn. -
Hunt Armory Ice Rink
dazedandconfused replied to RegDunlop7's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
Boy, wouldn't it be great to see an line by line itemization of that 750K and where it all goes and for what purpose. If it generates opportunity for city youth hockey players, fantastic. But, more often than not "grant money" seems to somehow end up being used for less altruistic reasons. -
The Pittsburgh Penguins Elite Discussion
dazedandconfused replied to ChiefKeef's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
And then brain trust ran him out because he didn't bow down to their every whim. Or maybe they all realized he was a better Coach than they were and concerned about their livelihood being taken away. -
St Margarets FFO 2022
dazedandconfused replied to Pa Hockey's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
I'm aware of the progression but I'm also aware of officials who are very good at......... how should I put this? Exacerbating the situation. Baiting....... whatever you call it, it happens. Maybe not in this instance but who really knows? -
St Margarets FFO 2022
dazedandconfused replied to Pa Hockey's topic in Western Pennsylvania Youth Hockey
3 Misconducts?? At the same time? Is it possible that someone with a whistle got carried away? As far as the conduct, it's never going to change. It's been consistent for 50 years.... handed down through generations.