Jr. B Falls to Walpole Express

The Jr. B hockey team took the ice this weekend to start off their season. They took on the Walpole Express but unfortunately could not skate away with the win. Billy Smith (Boston, MA) started things by finishing off a rebound after a low shot at the pads from John Sheil (Narragansett, RI). Kevin Seeley (Berkley, MA) then scored a power play goal set up by Dan MacInnes (Plymouth, MA) and Smith. Cody Norton (Essex, VT) tallied BA’s third and final goal in the contest after Matt Driscoll (Dedham, MA) and Ethan Charny (Chicago, IL) made some stellar plays and maneuvered around the neutral zone to set up Norton in front of the net. With a close 4-3 game with a minute left on the clock, BA pulled their goal tender for an extra skater in hope of tying the game up. Walpole score a lucky goal when clearing the zone that gave them a 5-3 victory of Bridgton.

Coach Meserve commented after the game, “there is a lot of room for improvement, but for our first game we played well.”

The Jr. B team will take the ice again as they travel to face the Valley Jr. Warriors on Sunday October 9^th at 1:30 P.M.

Jr. A Takes The Ice

The Jr. A hockey team had two games this past weekend against the New England Wolves. In both games, Bridgton kept the score close, but the Wolves scored an empty netter both times to secure a 4-2 and 3-1 win. Regardless of the score, the Wolverines worked hard for a full 60 minutes in each game and out shot the Wolves 70-63 by the end of the second game.

The Jr. A team had their first game of the season Saturday night against the New England Wolves. While BA took the lead initially, the Wolves were able to tie it up with a goal late in the first period. BA scored again, followed by another Wolves goal. With the score tied at 2-2, the Wolves pulled ahead in the third period. BA pulled their goaltender in hopes to score with a man up to tie the game and bring it into overtime. Unfortunately the Wolves scored on an empty net to steal the 4-2 win.

In game one, Brendan Glynn (Quincy, MA) and Ryan Connors (Marshfield, MA) netted Bridgton’s goals while Silas Rainville (Franklin, VT), Sam Scannell (Glastonbury, CT), and Jimmy Magrath (Medfield, MA) got the assists. Patrick Farrington (Sandwich, MA) started off in net with 13 saves followed by Mike Gendreau (Medford, MA) with 8, and Jordi Van Gaal (RyMenam, Belgium) with 10.

In the second game, Glynn tallied his second goal of the season off a pass from Colin Edwards (Winchester, MA). In this effort, Farrington made 9 saves, while Gendreau and Van Gaal each stopped 11 shots.

Coach Lounsbury was pleased at the end of the weekend saying "I'm happy with the outcome. We have been on the ice for a week and competed with a very well coached disciplined squad, we never gave up and played tough. I'm excited to see what we can do with a little more time on the ice."

Up next, the Jr. A team will take on St. Foye at home on Saturday October 8th at 7:00 P.M.

Expect big things from BA Hockey in the 2011-2012 season!!

Player Profile: Dylan Larrow

HOMETOWN: Ludlow, MA

HIGH SCHOOL: Ludlow High School

IN HIGH SCHOOL: I was an average student

HEARD ABOUT BA: From the hockey program's reputation

GOALS AT BA: I want to better myself as a student while improving my grades and sat scores, and become a better hockey player

BA IS DIFFERENT THAN HIGH SCHOOL: The academics are better at BA and you build better relationships with teachers. Basically BA is one big family.

BEST THING ABOUT BA: The friendships you make that will last a lifetime

WORST THING ABOUT BA: No girls

ACTIVITIES AT BA: Hockey, Yearbook Club, Tour Guide, Ping Pong, Xbox, Weight Lifting

OUTSIDE OF BA: I hang out with friends and play Xbox and hockey

ROLE MODEL: Coach Lounsbury

FAVORITE BOOK: The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton

FAVORITE MOVIES: Forgetting Sarah Marshall and American Psycho

FAVORITE SPORTS TEAM: The Boston Bruins

FAVORITE ATHLETE: David Krejčí

FAVORITE MUSIC: House

FAVORITE MEAL: Chicken Parm

FAVORITE QUOTE: “Dream as if you’ll live forever. Live as if you’ll die today” –James Dean

MY FRIENDS WOULD BE SURPRISED TO KNOW: I enjoy country music

BA PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS SHOULD KNOW: Buy into the system

Parents' Weekend is Here!

Finally, Parents' Weekend has arrived! The guys have been busy in the classroom and on the ice, and it's time they show off their hard work! There is a lot going on this weekend, and it will be great fun!

Here is a link to a full schedule of events!

The hockey teams have some big games this weekend. First the Jr. A team will take on the New England Wolves at 7:00 P.M. on Satuday night. They will face them again at 12:00 P.M. on Sunday. The Jr. B team will play Walpole Express at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday. We hope to see all family and friends there!!

Black and Grey Scrimmage Is A Success!

The hockey team took the ice this week for a Black and Grey scrimmage in preparation for their upcoming season, which starts off this coming weekend for Parent's Weekend. The game drew in a good crowd of students, and it was great to see the team on the fresh ice. The game was so close, with a 4-4 tie at the end, that the fans started to cheer for a shoot out! Not wanting to dissapoint, the teams choose respective players for one on one's with the goalies. It was a great night for everyone, and the team is definitly fired up for the season!

Here is a link to see photos from the game on shutterfly!

Preseason Is Underway!

The 2011-2012 Wolverine hockey team arrived this week on campus and has been training hard to prepare for the up coming season. They even found some time between sessions to help beautify campus by weeding the Hall of Fame Garden. Check out some pictures from the past few days!

2011-2012 BA HOCKEY

BRIDGTON ACADEMY HOCKEY

“Commitment, sacrifice, responsibility”

Enclosed is information for you to read, plan and execute over the summer. The following information will help you prepare for the 2012 – 2012 Ice Hockey Season.

TEAM REQUIREMENTS

All players wishing to participate in Ice Hockey must complete a few tasks:

1) Must have a valid passport

2) Must be USA Hockey Certified – Bring certificate or copy of certificate

3) Get a physical – Bring letter from doctor

4) Strength and Conditioning (see below)

5) Fund Raising (see below)

6) Equipment (see below)

7) Dress Code (see below)

8) 5 Unbreakable Team Rules (see below)

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

It is expected you will come to Bridgton Academy physically prepared. Our first weekend, your height, weight and body fat will be taken and you will participate in a mandatory Physical Fitness Test. The test will consist of push-ups, sit ups, sprint and a two mile run. There will be additional testing throughout dryland. Players need workout clothes and a very good pair of sneakers for our dryland training.

Coach Sawicki, our Strength and Conditioning Coach, has spent countless hours developing the lifting and footwork programs. Over the summer, you should follow the strength and conditioning programs to be physically ready for our grueling six month hockey season. All workouts can be found at: www.bridgtonacademy.org. If you click on the athletics tab, then find the strength and conditioning link. Follow the link to ice hockey programs and you will see our pre-season workout. There are also demos for each exercise on the strength and conditioning page. If you need any additional instruction about our Strength and Condition or Footwork Programs, contact Coach Sawicki at 207-647-3322 or jsawicki@bridgtonacademy.org.

Bridgton Academy Hockey has developed a very engaging 5 week dryland program. If you come to Bridgton Academy without any summer training, you will have a very difficult time completing the program. Players wishing to compete for a position immediately should know competition starts during dryland. During dryland we will implement muscle strength, muscle endurance and cardiovascular training. Dryland will NOT be just weight room and running. The dryland is designed to push you to limits you might not thought possible. Circuit training, sprints, long runs, weights, speed and agility are just some of the ways we will push you to reach your maximum potential.

EQUIPMENT

All players will need their equipment immediately upon arrival.

All Bridgton Academy Hockey Players receive:

1) BA Hockey Bag

2) BA Hockey Winter Jacket

3) BA Shorts and T-Shirt

All Bridgton Academy Hockey Players need:

1) Black Helmet

2) Black Gloves

Players must have 40 for a Bridgton Academy Shell (Issues See Coach Lounsbury)

Any other equipment needs: Call Chad at Gateway Hardware 413-782-4636

Make sure you mention you’re with Bridgton Academy Hockey (30% - 60% off)

DRESS CODE

Players need the following clothing and attire to travel with team. There will be an expectation all players must follow to travel with team. Those unable or unwilling will be left home.

Must have following attire when you arrive at Bridgton Academy:

1) 2 – 3 Dress pants or kakis – NO CARGO PANTS

2) 2 – 3 Long Sleeve Dress Shirts and ties

3) Brown or Black Dress Shoes – NO BOOTS

4) Belt – Brown or Black

5) Winter Coat will be provided by BA

6) Players will not wear hats when traveling

5 UNBREAKABLE TEAM RULES

The 5 Unbreakable Team Rules are the foundation of our team. The code is what we expect each player to follow and work toward. Read them, study them and understand them and be prepared to live them when you come to Bridgton Academy.

1) Pay Attention to Details – On and Off the Ice

2) Follow the Code – “Commitment, Sacrifice and Responsibility”

3) Be On Time – No Excuses

4) Team Option

5) Team Option

To be successful at Bridgton Academy, you must be 100% committed to Academics, Athletics and Character. Your preparation over the summer is critical for your upcoming season. Players must always show 100%, any less will be noted and corrected. The 5 Unbreakable Team Rules are the foundation for our team. The last two Unbreakable Team Rules will be added by the team as the season progresses.

Commitment, Sacrifice, Responsibility

Jonathan Lounsbury

Junior Head Ice Hockey Coach

207-647-7658 (O)

207-595-0171 (C)

jlounsbury@bridgtonacademy.org

Michael Meserve

B Team Head Ice Hockey Coach

207-647-7633 (O)

207-595-0409 (C)

mmeserve@bridgtonacademy.org