Hinsdale Central Hockey Club

 HCHC Varsity, JV and Metro West coaches selected the following players to the Metro West conference All Stars include:

JV Pictures          http://2011metrowestallstarjv.shutterfly.com/

Varsity Pictures  http://2011metrowestleagueallstars.shutterfly.com/

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It was a wonderful turnout despite the cool weather.  

The Ice Devils have been working hard to get in shape for the Fall. Come and join us for Dry Land Conditioning.

The conditioning includes using stairs and running to build up stamina and cardio strength.

Coach Chris Van Eck is running a series of dry land conditioning clinics at the High School on Tuesday and Thursday nights, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.

Hinsdale Central Varsity finished last year's season by coming in fourth in State. Last Spring the Varsity team played an exciting game against New Trier, losing 6-3.

Read about where the graduated seniors are going to College this Fall. Check the news link to get the details.

The date has been changed for photos to accomodate those Ice Devils who are playing Fall sports. We want all of our players in the photo!

Please mark Tuesday, November 17th from 4:30 - 5:30. Bring your jersey and your smile. These photos will go into the School Yearbook.

BRING BOTH YOUR RED AND WHITE JERSEYS.

No need for forms and money. These photos are provided for you with your registration fee.

Refs will be strict this year regarding the proper use of mouth guards. Here is one custom-fitted option which would be provided at cost:

Our Junior Varsity team also played well this weekend beating their first three opponents and then narrowly edged out 2-1 by Geneva in the Championship game to finish runner up.  

A great way to begin the season ...... Go DEVILS!!!

Our inside sources caught our Varsity boys mentally preparing for the Lyon Township game. Traditionally, yoga and meditation has been the choice for many athletes but not our guys....

Or perhaps while they were resting they were planning the strategy that would win the Ice Devils the trophy three years in a row!

Both Varsity and Junior Varsity players have been given optional concussion helmets. These Messier m11  Helmets are priced at over $120 each and Coach Rodie was able to provide them to our players at no cost. Coach Rodie was able to solicit outside donations to the club so that our players would be better protected for games. 

Dubbed The Messier Project, the former Rangers’ captain has created a new helmet called the M11. The M11 differs from typical helmets because it’s made from one plastic shell called the Mono 90. Most helmets are made from two pieces that can be adjusted to fit a player’s head. This means that the M11 does a better job of spreading force throughout the entire helmet. The helmet also contains padding using Seven Technology that does a better job at reducing impact — especially from multiple hits.

Messier said it’s important that the helmet looks “traditional” and the M11 definitely accomplishes this. It’s doubtful that people would be afraid of looking stupid in the M11 — unlike the Rawlings S100 in baseball. Currently, there are five NHL players wearing the helmet plus about 50 teams around the country including Harvard University

These helmets are optional and are for the players to keep. Cages have to be purchased for the helmets at your cost. We have asked our equipment supplier, Jerry's to provide us with the cages that fit the helmets. Jerry's has offered to come to our club and put on the correct cages for a cost of $35 - $40 each. If you would like to add this optional cage, we will let you know the date. We are hoping that it will be this week.

Thank you Coach Rodie, from all the players and families.

A dozen reasons why high school hockey is the best!

1. A National High School Hockey Tournament. Yes, this year, for the first time in any high school sport, there will be a national tournament here in Illinois and 24 states have signed on so far - and it's for high school hockey!

2. Your teammates are also your schoolmates. You instantly have a group of friends when you start high school.

3. Coverage in the local newspapers and in the school newspaper. No other hockey gets the coverage high school hockey gets unless you are a Blackhawk!

4. You earn letters and numbers for your letterman jackets.

5. The homecoming parade. Last year we even had the car with the principal in it!

6. All-star game. It is a real honor to be an All-Star on your high school team and recognized for your achievement.

7. Scholarships. HCHC offers scholarships as well as the Chicago Blackhawk Alumni Scholarship, which is only available to high school players.

8. It's cheaper than club, and you get a hockey bag too!

9. Your team picture in the Hinsdale Central yearbook.

10. The fastest growing high school sport in the country is Hockey. The fans are your friends at school, not just your parents.

11. You don't just play hockey, you play for your high school.

12. It's Fun! You're in high school and it's one of the best times of your life! High school hockey may be one of your best memories for the rest of your life! Don't miss the opportunity!

See you at the rink! Go Devils!

The ALL STAR GAMES were a display of great hockey. We are proud of our ALL STAR PLAYERS.

Varsity

Jad Husayni

Matt Cotton

Connor Hincks

Junior Varsity - coached by Tom Welnicke 

Peter Bernardi

Chris Andersen

Josh Hutchings

Adam Daly

Phil Abate (injured)

Matt Johnson (G)

Michael Levine (G)

In a well attended display of talent last Monday night, the Varsity team showed that they have many skills beyond the ice rink. 

Hinsdale Central Varsity and Junior Varsity won their respective spring season tournaments at Darien Sportsplex on Sunday.  Varsity defeated Lyons Township 3-1 and JV upended a feisty York team 5-2. Congratulations to the players and coaches on a successful spring season and thank you for the strong family support throughout the season.  Have a great summer and will see you in the fall!

“Great moments… are born from great opportunity. And that’s what you have here, tonight, boys. That’s what you’ve earned here tonight. One game. If we played ‘em ten times, they might win nine. But not this game. Not tonight. Tonight, we skate with them. Tonight, we stay with them. And we shut them down because we can! Tonight, WE are the greatest hockey team in the world. You were born to be hockey players. Every one of you. And you were meant to be here tonight. This is your time. Their time is done. It’s over. I’m sick and tired of hearing about what a great hockey team the Soviets have. Screw ‘em. This is your time. Now go out there and take it.”- Herb Brooks, in “Miracle” (2004)

HCHC SPRING HOCKEY IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!!  

MARK YOUR CALENDARS- (March 10^th at 4:50PM Norris)

SKATE AROUND- SKATE WITH OUR VARSITY COACH RODIE AND OUR JV COACH VIC! ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN WELCOME! March 10^th at 4:50PM Norris

CONDITIONING VARSITY, JUNIOR VARSITY & ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN (MARCH 15th 4:50PM-5:50PM)

TRYOUTS  VARSITY, JUNIOR VARSITY & ALL INCOMING FRESHMEN (MARCH 16TH 8:20 - 9:50PM  & MARCH 17TH 4:50 - 5:50PM)

PRACTICES Begin March 22- 23^rd and league play is April 5 - May 27^th.  10 game minimum ( 9 games and 1 playoff game  )

REGISTRATION information is available on line or at the Skate with Rodie  & Vic.  Should incoming freshman request additional information, please contact Art Andersen at aeatrading226@comcast.net.  Please complete the three pieces of information on the registration link to your left and bring to the conditioning or tryouts with a check for $375.00.  Fee includes practice jerseys and socks.

 NEW PLAYERS THAT DID NOT SKATE WITH A TEAM LAST YEAR MUST HAVE INSURANCE TO BE ON THE ICE.  PLEASE GET THE USA HOCKEY INSURANCE IN THE REGISTRATION SECTION!

Congratulations to last year's 2009 graduating seniors. We wish all of our boys a very successful year. We'll miss you!!!

Brian Collins - United States Army

Nick Dobrez - University of Indiana, ACHA D1 Club Hockey

Danny Harris - Western Illinois University

Tom Hilbrich - NAHL Alpena Ice Diggers, Alpena, Michigan. Attending Alpena Community College, working towards D1 Scholarship, Junior A

Christian Hilbrich (current Sr.) - NAHL Wenatchee Wild Wenatchee, Washington. Attending Eastmont H.S., working towards D1 Scholarship, Junior A.

Jake Knotts - University of Colorado

Tommy Koudelik - Full time employment

T. Mac Lee - Bozeman Ice Dogs, Junior A

Mac McIlvaine - University of Kentucky - ACHA, Division 2 Club Hockey

Kevin McLaughlin - Miami of Ohio, ACHA Division 2 Club Hockey

Jonathon Quigg - George Washington University, ACHA Division 3 Club Hockey

Bobby Reedy - University of Michigan

Ryan Sanders - Florida Atlantic

A.J. Truckenmiller - Indiana University

HINSDALE CENTRAL HOCKEY VARSITY AND JV TEAMS WILL BOTH BATTLE FOR FIRST PLACEIN THE METRO WEST ON SUNDAY AT DARIEN SPORTSPLEX.  THE CLUB IS PLAYING OUR ARCH RIVAL THE YORK DUKES.  IT IS HOLIDAY BREAK...PLEASE COME OUT AND CHEER YOUR CLASSMATES AND STUDENTS...THE JV GAME BEGINS AT 6:50PM AND THE VARSITY AT 8:30PM.  THINK BLACKHAWKS VS.REDWINGS...BLACK HAWKS VS FLYERS...BATMAN VS JOKER...STOMP THE GREEN YORK DUKES!!!!  ONLY LOUD AND CRAZY FANS WILL BE PERMITTED!!!  WEAR RED DEVIL RED!!!!

1. Download the registration file below.
2. Register with USA Hockey and print bar code
3. Fill out the fall registration information including conditioning and tryouts.
4. Include check for Conditioning and Tryouts.
5. Include check(s) for the Fall League (including postdated).
6. Fill in the number you would like on your jersey.
7. Fill out your new apparel order. New players need Red/White Jerseys, warm-up suits (red polo shirt is recommended optional). You may pay for this at the Mandatory Meeting.
8. Mail or drop off all of the forms/checks to: