Freeze Rosters Spots Available

The Freeze will skate 21 teams for the 2012-2013 season. We are looking to fill the following positions. Please contact us at lou@njfreeze.com if you are interested. -

Mite - 2 Skaters

Squirt - 1 Goalie

Peewee - 3 Skaters, 1 Goalie

Bantam - 2 Skaters

16U - 2 Skaters, 1 Goalie (Tournament Team)

18U - 2 Skaters, 1 Goalie

 

USA Hockey Nationals - Update (3/30/2012)

Congratulations to the Freeze 18UAA Team. The Team wrapped up their season today finishing with a 26-1-1 record. Thank you all for the great season.

Freeze - 4   Western (PA) Mustangs - 3

Freeze - 1  Port Huron Flags (MI) - 0

Freeze - 1  Chicago Huskies (IL) - 3

 

 

Peewee B Takes Bronze in Annapolis

NJ Freeze PW B takes 3rd (out of 6) in the Capital Showdown Tournament in Laurel/Annapolis, Maryland (March 9-11).  The tournament started on Friday evening with a 2-2 Tie against the Tri-City Eagles and followed the game with an Olympic Showdown.  The team also placed 3rd out of 6 in the Olympic Showdown which consisted of a Team Obstacle Course, a Goaltending Shootout Competition, an Accuracy Rapid Shot Competition, a Defensive and Offensive Speed Skating Competition.  All players from the team were participants in the Olympics events.  On Saturday, the team played against Howard Huskies (Loss 2-1) and Winston Salem Ice Hawks (Win 5-2).  The team had a great opportunity in the first game on Saturday to play at The US Naval Academy’s McMullen Arena.  On Sunday, our final game was the 3rd/4th place game between NJ Freeze and New Jersey’s own Kinnelon Colts, a team we faced throughout the regular season and has many familiar friendly faces.  The game ended in a 2-2 tie with both teams showing great New Jersey spirit by wanting to take a group photo to end the tournament.  The team did a great job at the tournament considering we were down two teammates for the weekend.  NJ Freeze PW B finished our season the following weekend with two non-league games and followed up with a Parent vs. Player game/end of season party.

Article and Photo by Kelly-Ann Kimiecik

Cents Across America raises $1,100

On behalf of Cents Across America, I would like to thank the NJ Freeze hockey organization for participating in the fundraising for New Jersey families and children in need of financial assistance.

My brother James (Freeze PeeWee B) and I started up a non-profit organization two years ago called Cents Across America. We created this charity to raise money for children that are less fortunate in America. We heard about so many great people raising money for children in need in other countries, we decided to focus on the families we see in our every day travels.

With your assistance, James spoke to several of the Freeze teams and asked if they would be willing to collect their spare change and return their filled canisters after one month. As a result of  everyones generosity, Coach Lebo (Pee Wee B) and Coach Heller's (Bantam A) teams raised over $1,100!

Next week, Cents Across America will present two checks, distributing all money raised, to the Family Services of Morris County and The Boys and Girls Club of Newark.

Again, thank you and the NJ Freeze for promoting Cents Across America, and I am confident the recipients of the donations will be put the funds to very good use.

If you would like to check our website and share with other family and friends, please go to CentsAcrossAmerica.org

Billy and James Cunningham - Cents Across America 

Photo's by Kelly-Ann Kimiecik

 

Squirt Grey wraps up 2012 season

After a first place regular season finish, and successful 13-0-1 finish in the NJYHL Squirt Norris Division,the Squirt Grey team headed to Wall NJ for a chance to win the State Championship.

The quest began on Saturday with a game against Flyers Youth, a challenging team they faced and beat inthe Delaware Thanksgiving Tournament earlier this season.  As the game began we saw a lot of defense amongst thetwo teams until The Freeze broke through with the first goal during period 1.  That goal proved to  set the precedence for the rest of the game.By the time the clock reached zero at the end of the third the score was 4-2 and The Freeze boys were headed to the Championships.

Sunday began with two long time rivals battling for the State Title.  Freeze vs Colonials.  The puck was dropped and the game began.  Once again, a big defensive game with no scoring until late in the first period , Colonials were up 1-0. The boys played a great game,and the scoring went back andforth but unfortunately in the end the score was 3-2 and not in our favor.

The players had great reason to hold their heads high,though the fans and families could see the disappointment on each of the boys faces. While some of the boys came off the ice with tears of sadness, the parents had tears of emotion for being proud of each and every one of the Squirt Grey teammatesand their outstanding accomplishments. This was certainly an unforgettable season and an experience I am sure everyone will remember!

Article by Laura Conklin

Photo by Laura Conklin

 

Freeze Coaches and Players win High School Championship Games

Congratulations to Freeze 18UAA and Delbarton School Head Coach Bruce Shatel. The Delbarton Green Wave won the NJSIAA Non-Public School Championship Game this past weekend by defeating CBA 3-2. The Green Wave had an outstanding season with a 28-1 record. Coach Shatel has won 7 State Championships at Delbarton.  Coach Shatel will be heading to Lansing, Michigan with the Freeze 18UAA for the USA Hockey National Tournament.  The tournament will run from March 27 through April 1st.

 

Congratulations to Freeze 18U Tournament Team and Randolph High School Head Coach Rich McLaughlin. The Randolph Rams won the NJSIAA Public A High School Championship Game this weekend by defeating Morristown High School by a score of 3-1. Coach McLaughlin has won 5 State Championships at Randolph. 

 

 

Freeze Players Released

   All New Jersey Freeze Players who are NOT on a team competing in the NJYHL Playoffs, Atlantic District Playoffs, or USA Hockey National Championship are released from their 2011-2012 contracts on Monday, March 5th.  

Squirt Grey Gears up for NJYHL Playoffs

With a 1st Place finish in the regular season, and an amazing 13-0-1 record, the Squirt Grey Team is preparing for the NJYHL playoffs.     Before they proceed to the state championships, they look forward to having fun and coming home with another trophy from the March Classic in Boston this upcoming weekend.  The team took home a 1st Place trophy earlier in the season during the Thanksgiving Tournament in Delaware.   The friendships built off the ice can be seen by the teamwork and trust of the boys on the ice.  Their hard work and dedication, combined with the coaching staff of Jourdy, Rich, Will and Jim make it obvious to understand why the team is so successful.

Article by Laura Conklin

Bantam B Squad Heads to NJYHL Playoffs

The Freeze Bantam B team has added to an already successful season by qualifying for the NJYHL playoffs with a 15-7-2 record. At mid-season, the Freeze was in fourth place in the North Division. The Freeze went 11-4-1 from the beginning of November to secure second place in the division and a playoff spot. Two of the Freeze’s four losses came at the hands of the undefeated, 1st place Colonials. In their last game against the Colonials, the game was tied until 4:27 of the third period, when the Colonials scored to win the game. 

The Bantam B season started successfully when they won the gold at the Protec Ponds Labor Day Tournament. The success continued when the Freeze earned Silver at the Thanksgiving Hockey Classic Tournament at the Ponds Ice Arena in Delaware.

The team attributes their success to timely scoring, strong defense and rock-solid goaltending. The boys have bought into playing a team oriented, unselfish type of game based on quick puck movement. The players have shown an eagerness to learn and to adapt to any situation that they face.

The Bantam B team looks forward to the playoffs and the Capital Showdown Tournament in Maryland to round out an already successful and enjoyable season.

Article by Amy Heller 

Freeze Announce Coaching Staff for 2012-2013 Season

Freeze Coaches for the 2012-2013 Season

http://njfreeze.typepad.com/new_jersey_freeze/coaches.html