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Seven #TPHTrained Players Selected in 2018 NHL Draft
DALLAS – The Total Package Hockey staff is proud to congratulate our #TPHTrained players who heard their names called at the 2018 NHL Draft.
Seven players with TPH ties were selected by NHL franchises during the two-day draft at American Airlines Center, home of the Dallas Stars.
“We are incredibly proud of these players,” said TPH CEO Nathan Bowen. “To be at the Draft and to hear their names called, it was an emotional experience. They have earned this moment, to be in the brightest hockey spotlight one can have at that point in their career. It’s another step in the journey, and it’s a big one for them. We know they will continue to work and train and use this past weekend as a jumping point for even better moments in their hockey careers.”
For the first time, players from the Total Package Hockey Center of Excellence were eligible for the NHL Draft, and four former CoE student-athletes were claimed – Bode Wilde (Birmingham, Mich./New York Islanders), Blade Jenkins (Jackson, Mich./New York Islanders), Christian Krygier (Novi, MIch./New York Islanders) and Cole Krygier (Novi, Mich./Florida Panthers).
“We spent every single day with these players when they were with us at the Center of Excellence, and we couldn’t be happier for them,” said TPH Director of Player Development Brandon Naurato. “The time and effort they put in, on and off the ice, set them up for this special moment that most hockey players can only dream of; we’re so happy for them and their families right now.”
Three other players who participate in TPH programs were selected, as well, in the 2018 Draft – Alec Regula (West Bloomfield, Mich./Detroit Red Wings), Jonathan Gruden (Rochester Hills, Mich./Ottawa Senators) and Paul Cotter (Canton, Mich./Las Vegas Golden Knights).
2018 NHL Draft results
(Name, draft position, NHL organization, TPH programs)
Bode Wilde – Round 2, No. 41 overall – New York Islanders – TPH CoE
Alec Regula – Round 3, No. 67 overall – Detroit Red Wings – Eight Week Progression Program and Michigan Hockey Advancement
Jonathan Gruden – Round 4, No. 95 overall – Ottawa Senators – Eight Week Progression Program
Paul Cotter – Round 4, No. 115 overall – Las Vegas Golden Knights – Eight Week Progression Program
Blade Jenkins – Round 5, No. 134 overall – New York Islanders – TPH CoE, Eight Week Progression Program
Christian Krygier – Round 7, No. 196 overall – New York Islanders – TPH CoE, Eight Week Progression Program
Cole Krygier – Round 7, No. 201 overall – Florida Panthers – TPH CoE, Eight Week Progression Program
ABOUT TPH: Founded in 2001, Total Package Hockey is a hockey service provider with the vision to become the world leader in positively impacting the lives of student-athletes through the game of hockey. TPH prides itself on operating at a standard that exceeds expectations of players, families, coaches, advisors and all other entities of the hockey world, one choice at a time. Our staff is committed to providing positive, energetic, hands-on instruction and mentorship, in an effort to develop each individual on and off the ice. If each individual develops as a player, athlete and person, he or she will be better prepared to advance to the highest levels of junior, collegiate and professional hockey, while learning the skills necessary for success in the ultimate game: the game of life.
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26 #TPHTrained Players Invited to 2018 NHL Team Development Camps
The Total Package Hockey staff is proud to congratulate the 26 #TPHTrained players who have received invitations to 2018 NHL team development camps this summer.
“Whether they were drafted by their respective organizations or they received free-agent invitations, these are prestigious opportunities for these players, and well-earned honors,” said TPH CEO Nathan Bowen. “With these camp invites, they get to compete against some of the best players in the world while receiving elite training and education. This is why our entire team does what we do – to see young men take another step toward achieving the ultimate dream of playing in the National Hockey League.
“This is also an awesome milestone to reach for all of TPH team members, all of the countless hours our coaches commit and to TPH director of player development Brandon Naurato, who has us on the cutting edge of skill development. He sees the game unlike anyone I have spent time with and spends time everyday researching, trying out and implementing new concepts that all TPH student-athletes can take advantage of.”
The TPH curriculum has been built for dedicated student-athletes who love to compete every day. Naurato, who leads TPH in player development, was invited to assist with the Detroit Red Wings’ development camp, giving him first-hand knowledge of the experience these players are receiving.
“It doesn’t get much better than this for summer training and summer hockey,” Naurato said. “Players are competing for opportunities and spots with organizations, which means it’s top-notch competition for these guys. At the same time, everybody is here to learn and improve and connect; it makes for a unique and fun stretch of time for the players and the staffs at each of these development camps. We’re incredibly proud of the TPH-trained guys who are attending these camps, and we know they’re setting themselves up for even more success.”
The #TPHTrained players at NHL camps:
Drew Hunter – Toronto Maple Leafs – Eight Week Progression Program
Marcus Crawford – Detroit Red Wings – Eight Week Progression Program
Sam Miletic – Pittsburgh Penguins – Eight Week Progression Program
Griffin Luce – Buffalo Sabres – Eight Week Progression Program
Tony Calderone – Dallas Stars – Eight Week Progression Program
Luke Morgan – Detroit Red Wings – Eight Week Progression Program
Jake Slaker – Las Vegas Golden Knights- Eight Week Progression Program
Nick Boka – Minnesota Wild – Eight Week Progression Program
Brenden Warren – Philadelphia Flyers – Eight Week Progression Program
Colin Larkin – Edmonton Oilers – Eight Week Progression Program
Ben Schultheis – Anaheim Ducks – Thunder AAA alum and Eight Week Progression Program
Will MacKinnon – Pittsburgh Penguins – TPH CoE
Mitchell Fossier – Boston Bruins – Thunder AAA alum, Eight Week Progression Program
Zach Solow – Florida Panthers – Thunder AAA alum
Cooper Marody – Edmonton Oilers – Eight Week Progression Program
Mitch Eliot – Carolina Hurricanes – Thunder AAA alum, Eight Week Progression Program
Eamon McAdam – New York Islanders – OHL Cup
Luke Martin – Carolina Hurricanes – Eight Week Progression Program
Cole Krygier – Florida Panthers – TPH CoE, Eight Week Progression Program
Christian Krygier – New York Islanders – Eight Week Progression Program
Jonathan Gruden – Ottawa Senators – Eight Week Progression Program
Paul Cotter – Las Vegas Golden Knights – Eight Week Progression Program
Cooper Zech – Washington Capitals – Eight Week Progression Program
Jack Studnicka – Boston Bruins – Eight Week Progression Program, OHL Cup
Blade Jenkins – New York Islanders – TPH CoE, Eight Week Progression Program
Bode Wilde – New York Islanders – TPH CoE
Alec Regula – Detroit Red Wings – OHL Cup, Michigan Hockey Advancement
Renars Krastenbergs – Pittsburgh Penguins – Thunder AAA alum
ABOUT TPH: Founded in 2001, Total Package Hockey is a hockey service provider with the vision to become the world leader in positively impacting the lives of student-athletes through the game of hockey. TPH prides itself on operating at a standard that exceeds expectations of players, families, coaches, advisors and all other entities of the hockey world, one choice at a time. Our staff is committed to providing positive, energetic, hands-on instruction and mentorship, in an effort to develop each individual on and off the ice. If each individual develops as a player, athlete and person, he or she will be better prepared to advance to the highest levels of junior, collegiate and professional hockey, while learning the skills necessary for success in the ultimate game: the game of life.
Rutger McGroarty commits to Notre Dame
Total Package Hockey is proud to congratulate Rutger McGroarty on committing to Notre Dame.
One of the top players in the 2004 birth-year class, McGroarty announced today that he has verbally committed to Jeff Jackson and the Fighting Irish hockey program.
“There is just no other place like it – I feel like it’s a home,” McGroarty said in a story on MiHockey.com. “I talked with a bunch of the players and they didn’t have one negative thing to say about Notre Dame. The coaches are top notch with Coach Jackson, Coach Slaggert, and Coach Pooley.”
McGroarty, a student-athlete at the TPH Center of Excellence in Detroit, is a forward with the Honeybaked 14U team. He has helped his HB squad capture back-to-back Michigan Amateur Hockey Association state championships.
He has spent the last three school years at the CoE while also participating on other TPH programs.
“TPH has had such a big impact in my hockey game – skating every day with a bunch of high-end hockey players who all want to be successful in the game,” McGroarty said. “It’s hard not to get better when you’re competing with and against a bunch of kids like that.”
His father, Jim, is a Player Development Coach and Mentor at the TPH CoE, as well.
TPH Detroit@TPHDetroitCongrats to #TPHCoE student-athlete @RutgerMcgroarty on his commitment to Notre Dame! #TPHFamily
Hunter Brzustewicz commits to Michigan
Total Package Hockey is proud to congratulate Hunter Brzustewicz on his commitment to the University of Michigan.
Considered one of the top defensemen in the 2004 birth-year class, Brzustewicz announced today that he has verbally committed to Mel Pearson and the Wolverines’ hockey program.
“I picked Michigan because it’s a great school and close to home,” Brzustewicz said in a MiHockey.com story. “When I asked people about Michigan, they say everything’s great, nothing bad about it. I just feel at home there and the coaches are awesome – real good guys.
“It’s been my dream school since I was little, when I first stepped onto the ice.”
A student-athlete at the TPH Center of Excellence in Detroit, Brzustewicz has spent the majority of his youth hockey career with Honeybaked, helping his HB squad to multiple state titles and an International Silver Stick championship.
He has spent two years with TPH-Detroit, and Brzustewicz said his experience on and off the ice has helped him develop both as a player and a person.
“I’ve been there for two years now, and TPH has helped me a lot because of all the great coaches there,” Brzustewicz said. “They help us become real men, not just kids, and on the hockey side, their skill work is unbelievable. My shot has improved a lot, my skills, everything all-around – hockey IQ, watching video every day, seeing those players do it, it just makes me want to do it too.”
TPH Detroit@TPHDetroitCongrats to #TPHCoE student-athlete @brzustewicz4 on his commitment to the University of Michigan! #TPHFamily
Norris a familiar name included in Karlsson trade
Robin Short (robin.short@thetelegram.com)
Josh Norris, shown here play for the United States at the World Junior Hockey Championship last January in Buffalo, is the son of St. John’s native and former NHLer Dwayne Norris. – Associated Press
Josh Norris, one of the young prospects sent to the Ottawa Senators in the Erik Karlsson trade Thursday, is the son of St. John’s native and former hockey star Dwayne Norris.
The younger Norris was born in Michigan, where the family now resides. The 19-year-old was the 19th overall pick in the 2017 NHL Draft. He had 23 points (eight goals, 15 assists) in 37 games as a University of Michigan freshman last season.
Norris was also a member of the U.S. team which won the bronze medal at the World Junior Hockey Championship last January in Buffalo.
Ottawa received forwards Chris Tierney and Rudolfs Balcers, along with defenceman Dylan DeMelo from the San Jose Sharks, in addition to the rights to the unsigned Norris, a first-round pick in the 2019 NHL Draft or 2020 NHL Draft, a second-round pick in the 2019 draft, and two conditional draft picks.
Forward Francis Perron was also acquired by the Sharks.
Dwayne Norris played 20 games in the NHL with the Quebec Nordiques and Anaheim Mighty Ducks. But he’s best known for being part of the Canada’s silver-medal team at the 1994 Lillehammer Winter Olympics, and for scoring the winning goal in the final game as Canada won the 1990 world junior hockey championship in Helsinki, Finland.
Following his North American pro career, Dwayne Norris spent 11 seasons in the German DEL.
He’s still involved with hockey, coaching and serving on the board of directors with the Oakland Grizzlies minor organization which plays out of Troy, Mich. He recently took over as director of hockey operations for Total Package Hockey in Detroit.
Norris has two other hockey-playing sons. Coale played his freshman season at Ferris State University last year, while Dalton is preparing to play for the Grizzlies’ U18 team.
http://www.thetelegram.com/sports/hockey/norris-a-familiar-name-included-in-karlsson-trade-241454/
Nic Dowd looks to nail down one of few available spots on the Caps’ opening night roster, the fourth-line center slot
In the wake of winning the first Stanley Cup title in franchise history late last spring, the Caps didn’t suffer much in the way of offseason attrition, at least not in terms of sheer numbers. Goaltender Philipp Grubauer was traded to Colorado after three excellent seasons as a backup in D.C., and center Jay Beagle signed a four-year deal with Vancouver as an unrestricted free agent after a decade of yeoman’s work in Washington. CLICK HERE TO READ FULL ARTICLE
13 #TPHTrained players on NHL Central Scouting’s first 2019 Draft list
Total Package Hockey is proud to congratulate the 13 #TPHTrained players who have been recognized by NHL Central Scouting on the organization’s first ‘players to watch’ list for the upcoming 2019 NHL.
Five of the players are alumni of the TPH Center of Excellence, while eight others took part in the summer Eight Week Progressional Program or competed for teams organized by TPH – either at the OHL Cup or the World Selects Invitational.
“We are incredibly proud of all these players,” said TPH CEO Nathan Bowen. “Being included on the Central Scouting’s first list of the season in your draft year is a great honor – a great first step. Obviously they will all need to continue working hard and training hard, and we’re confident that they will as they continue to chase their hockey dreams.”
Congrats to the following players:
Arthur Kaliyev – Hamilton Bulldogs – OHL – CoE
Andrew Perrott (pictured) – London Knights – OHL – CoE, Eight Week Program
Caleb Everett – Saginaw Spirit – OHL – CoE, Eight Week Program
Mack Guzda – Owen Sound Attack – OHL – CoE
Hunter Skinner – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL – CoE, Eight Week Program
John Beecher – NTDP Under-18 Team – USHL – OHL Cup
Cameron Rowe – NTDP Under-18 Team – USHL – OHL Cup
Nicholas Robertson – Peterborough Petes – OHL – World Select Invite
Tag Bertuzzi – Guelph Storm – OHL – OHL Cup
Grayson Ladd – Windsor Spitfires – OHL – World Select Invite
Nicklas Andrews – Odessa Jackalopes – NAHL – Eight Week Program
Declan Carlile – Lincoln Stars – USHL – Eight Week Program
Egor Afanasyev – Muskegon Lumberjacks – USHL – OHL Cup
ABOUT TPH: Founded in 2001, Total Package Hockey is a hockey service provider with the vision to become the world leader in positively impacting the lives of student-athletes through the game of hockey. TPH prides itself on operating at a standard that exceeds expectations of players, families, coaches, advisors and all other entities of the hockey world, one choice at a time. Our staff is committed to providing positive, energetic, hands-on instruction and mentorship, in an effort to develop each individual on and off the ice. If each individual develops as a player, athlete and person, he or she will be better prepared to advance to the highest levels of junior, collegiate and professional hockey, while learning the skills necessary for success in the ultimate game: the game of life.
Dalton Norris to play with NTDP; Thomas Stift also practicing in Plymouth
Total Package Hockey is proud to announce that Center of Excellence student-athlete Dalton Norris has been invited to practice with USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program, and will skate with the Under-18 Team in their game against the Muskegon Lumberjacks Thursday.
Norris, the younger brother of NTDP alum Josh Norris, is currently a defenseman with the Oakland Jr. Grizzlies 18U team. He is the son of Dwayne Norris, TPH Detroit’s director of hockey.
“The TPH team is super excited for Dalton, one of our new student-athletes at the TPH CoE in Bloomfield, Mich.,” said TPH CEO Nathan Bowen. “He’s been working incredibly hard both on and off the ice, and he’s getting a nice reward for it.”
Dalton Norris is working towards becoming the third sibling to play college hockey; Josh is a sophomore forward with the Michigan Wolverines, and Coale is also a sophomore forward with the Ferris State Bulldogs.
He’s not the only CoE student-athlete earning opportunities with the NTDP; Thomas Stift has been practicing with Team USA in Plymouth, as well.
Stift, a native of Chino Hills, Calif., has moved to Michigan to join the CoE and play for Belle Tire 16U.
He has skated with the NTDP numerous times over the last few weeks.
Stay tuned for more…
ABOUT TPH: Founded in 2001, Total Package Hockey is a hockey service provider with the vision to become the world leader in positively impacting the lives of student-athletes through the game of hockey. TPH prides itself on operating at a standard that exceeds expectations of players, families, coaches, advisors and all other entities of the hockey world, one choice at a time. Our staff is committed to providing positive, energetic, hands-on instruction and mentorship, in an effort to develop each individual on and off the ice. If each individual develops as a player, athlete and person, he or she will be better prepared to advance to the highest levels of junior, collegiate and professional hockey, while learning the skills necessary for success in the ultimate game: the game of life.
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Thunder Alum Zack Conner Tenders With The Austin Bruins in NAHL
Total Package Hockey’s #TPHTrained numbers at pro, college and juniors continue to grow
- NHL – 40
- NCAA – 151
- USHL – 163
- NAHL – 104
- OHL – 92
- NTDP/Team USA (international) – 11
ABOUT TPH: Founded in 2001, Total Package Hockey is a hockey service provider with the vision to become the world leader in positively impacting the lives of student-athletes through the game of hockey. TPH prides itself on operating at a standard that exceeds expectations of players, families, coaches, advisors and all other entities of the hockey world, one choice at a time. Our staff is committed to providing positive, energetic, hands-on instruction and mentorship, in an effort to develop each individual on and off the ice. If each individual develops as a player, athlete and person, he or she will be better prepared to advance to the highest levels of junior, collegiate and professional hockey, while learning the skills necessary for success in the ultimate game: the game of life.
For more information about TPH, click here
For more information about the TPH Center of Excellence, click here