en-us Copyright Athletes Resource 60 Most of us know about Chicago Blackhawks meteoric rise to Stanley Cup Champions. Now, two AR alumni will hope to continue the club’s winning ways. Nick Boynton, traded at the deadline last year to the Blackhawks and an integral piece of the Stanley Cup, has re-signed with the team...full story at www.AthletesResource.com http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 08/21/10 news@athletesresource.com An original AR client, Ryan Flinn, announced his retirement from professional hockey recently after a 10 year career. Ryan reached the highest levels of hockey, playing for the Los Angeles Kings from 2001-2003. Ryan overcame a horrific injury that most thought was career ending. But showing his typical determination and work effort, he played another 8 years. Originally a 5th rounder of the New Jersey Devils, the 6'5" giant could always be counted on to stick up for his teammates, and was always working on improving his game...full story at www.AthletesResource.com http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 08/19/10 news@athletesresource.com Dave Vest discusses return of Mikkel Boedker to the NHL and at AR Camp. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 08/18/10 news@athletesresource.com Dave Vest discusses return of Mikkel Boedker to the NHL and at AR Camp. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 08/18/10 news@athletesresource.com Athletes Resource is proud to announce the acceptace of a scholarship by another AR alumni. Ben Oskroba, who first caught the attention of Northeastern University at the AR spring showcase in 2008, will be attending Northeastern University in September. He played for the Walpole Express in 2009. Northeastern head coach Greg Cronin was a guest speaker at the Athletes Resource Showcase, and took the opportunity to meet Ben’s parents at that time. “Ben has great size and strength for his age, and we have been keeping an eye on him since the showcase”, said Cronin. “This previous season his skating and agility really took a step forward, and at that time we decided that we wanted him at Northeastern University. We have to thank AR again for bringing Ben to our attention.” http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 07/19/10 news@athletesresource.com Trevor Cheek thought he had a shot to make the Portland Winterhawks last season. That did not happen. Instead, the Camas native landed with the top franchise in the Western Hockey League. Cheek recently signed with the WHL champion Calgary Hitmen. Come August, he will leave for the Canadian prairie as the 17-year-old pursues his dream of playing in the National Hockey League. It’s an opportunity he is excited about, though it took a month of deliberating before he signed a contract. Figuring into the decision was the advice from a variety of hockey people on the best route to a professional hockey career for Cheek. Full story on the AR website. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 07/05/10 news@athletesresource.com Athletes Resource is pleased to report the following North American Hockey League (NAHL) drafts of AR participants today. Cody Bisbing (PF Chang's) was drafted by the Alpena IceDiggers. He was the 10th pick, 82nd overall. Conor Clancy (PF Chang's) was drafted by the Motor City Metal Jackets. He was 8th pick, 133rd overall. Max Vallis (PF Chang's) was drafted by the Kenai River Brown Bears. He was 5th pick, 143rd overall. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 5/25/10 news@athletesresource.com COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - USA Hockey today announced the 36 goaltenders who will attend the third annual Warren Strelow National Team Goaltending Camp, May 27-30, in Ann Arbor, Mich. The goaltenders chosen represent the top goaltenders eligible for international play in select age groups. The elite camp will cover the physical and mental aspects of the goaltending position, helping each goaltender master the fundamentals of the position while developing a personal identity that translates into game success. The camp will be led by Joe Exter, Warren Strelow mentor and U.S. National Team goaltending coach, and regional mentors Mike Ayers and Bob Janosz. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 5/24/10 news@athletesresource.com Athletes Resource is pleased to that Jordan Young was drafted today in the USHL Draft. Jordan was drafted by Youngstown in the sixth round, 77th overall. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 5/19/10 news@athletesresource.com Athletes Resource is pleased to announce two camps for the summer of 2010. The first, the ELITE SUMMER SKATE will be an invitation-only event for Junior, College and Professional Players. The camp will run from June 29th to July 29th two nights a week, Tuesday and Thursday. Players will receive full use of the professional locker rooms, towel service and equipment storage for the duration of the camp. All sessions will be held at the Alltel Ice Den in Scottsdale.The annual ATHLETES RESOURCE SUMMER CONDITIONING CAMP will begin August 2nd and run through September 10th 2010. The first three weeks will be open to AAA Amateur Players(95 birth year and older) and Professional Players. Weeks 4 to 6 will be open to Professional Players only. The camp will be held at the Alltel Ice Den in Scottsdale each Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for the six week period. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 5/12/10 news@athletesresource.com The Jr Coyotes program has been offered an amazing opportunity to host this exclusive presentation by Paul Kelly of College Hockey Inc on May 20th at 8:45PM. Mr Kelly is the former Executive Director to the National Hockey League Player Association and will be speaking about future choices or our young elite hockey players in our State. Athletes Resource strongly advise any young hockey player with College Hockey aspirations to attend this free seminar next Thursday night after our AR sessions.Parents are more than welcome to attend with your child. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 5/10/10 news@athletesresource.com Brendan Burke was drafted today in the WHL Bantam Draft. As well as participating in Athletes Resource events, Brendan played for PF Chang's 16AAA and Phoenix Junior Coyotes. Brendan was drafted by the Portland Winterhawks in the third round, 49th overall. He was the first American drafted and the 5th goalie drafted. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 4/29/10 news@athletesresource.com Trevor Cheek signed today with the Calgary Hitmen of the WHL. Trevor will be playing there next season. Trevor was a participant in Athletes Resource events and played for PF Changs over the last 2 seasons. http://www.athletesresource.com/news.aspx 4/29/10 news@athletesresource.com Players have been assigned to teams. Please visit the "CAMP" page for details and schedule. http://www.athletesresource.com/trainingcamps.aspx 4/21/10 news@athletesresource.com