Archive for December 2021
Blackhawks prospect Landon Slaggert on the world stage with Team USA
By Scott Wheeler Dec 28, 2021 The Athletic CHICAGO MISSION ALUM LANDON SLAGGERT It’s late in the morning on Team USA’s first off-day of the 2022 world juniors and Landon Slaggert is winding down in his room at the Cambridge Red Deer Hotel. With some time to kill between his 10 a.m. breakfast and noon lunch before…
Read MoreMission Alum Turcotte Makes his NHL Debut
Congratulations Alex on your first NHL game. As officially official as we can say things are right now, forward Alex Turcotte is expected to make his NHL debut this evening against the Vegas Golden Knights. The moment is one that Turcotte has waited his entire life for, and one that would have likely come sooner…
Read MoreConnor Picard signs Tender with The El Paso Rhinos
Congratulations to Connor Picard on signing Tender with the El Paso Rhinos of NAHL! Connor has a big presence for our team this year. He continues to improve all assets of his game, including his scoring. El Paso is getting a power forward who can play in the hard areas and score off the rush. Congrats…
Read MoreMax Matthews signs Tender with The El Paso Rhinos
Congratulations to Max Matthews on signing Tender with the El Paso Rhinos of NAHL! Max has really stood out for his strong skating and offensive skills. He truly loves having the puck on his stick. El Paso fans will love his heavy shot (and scoring ability). I am excited for the Max to join his brother,…
Read MoreJames Duerr signs Tender with Janesville
Congratulations to James Duerr on signing Tender with the Janesville Jets of NAHL! James is a big 2-way power forward with tremendous strength. He has an exceptional shot, which is no surprise why he earned his first goal for Janesville in a call up. Janesville fans will enjoy watching James next year.
Read MoreAnya Weilandt Commits to Long Island University
Congratulations to Anya Weilandt on her commitment to Long Island University. Anya began figure skating at age 3. But at 6 she was drawn to the game of hockey, where she developed into a strong 2 way center. Her top hockey memories include her 2 National Championships with the Chicago Mission at u16 and u19.…
Read MoreCachey Getting Inducted into The Illinois Hockey Hall of Fame
Congratulation to Mission’s former Director of Girls Hockey TONY CACHEY on being selected with the 17th class of inductees into the Illinois Hockey Hall of Fame. Tony grew up in Oak Lawn IL one of five children to Felix and Doris Cachey. His love of hockey was cultivated by his father who supported him and…
Read MoreGirls 14U’s Crowned Windy City Elite CHAMPIONS!
Congratulations to Shannon Coleman and her Mission Girls 14u team on their CCM Windy City Elite Championship!
Read MoreJack Phelan signs Tender with North Iowa Bulls
Congratulations to Jack Phelan on signing Tender with North Iowa Bulls of NAHL! Jack prides himself on being a good 2-way defenseman. His stick skills defensively, along with his strong puck moving ability, has become Jack’s biggest strengths. North Iowa is getting a strong addition to their blue line, as well as, their community.
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