A Clipboard exclusive - we get an inside look at North American Junior hockey through the eyes of Mike Gionta. While playing for the Queen City Steam of the Central States Hockey League, Mike will share his weekly experiences with the Clipboard. He doesn’t mind being called the cousin of Brian or Stephen, but on the Clipboard he is Mike Gionta. The First week of training camp … [Read more...] about Frozen Pond Diary: Opening Week
Archives for August 2008
Tuesdays with Smitty: What defines an athlete
First off, let me start by saying I am out to create trouble. Not bad trouble - if there is such a thing - but in the spirit of the upcoming presidential election I want to start a debate. At first I tried to think about what I could get everyone started on... Hmmm Yankees/Red Sox? Nah, just doesn't have the fire behind it this year. The upcoming NFL season? Nah, that is next … [Read more...] about Tuesdays with Smitty: What defines an athlete
Catching up with Pat Urckfitz
The transition has gone smoothly for Pat Urckfitz. “It is everything I expected.” The former Webster Yankee used those few words to describe his adjustment from an amateur to professional baseball player. “It has been a real positive experience with good fans and good fields,” continued Urckfitz. “The community is welcoming.” “When they see you off the field, they always … [Read more...] about Catching up with Pat Urckfitz
504 miles to Victory Parkway
I’ve been given a new perspective on life. After dropping off the eldest daughter some 500 miles from home at Xavier University, suddenly my concerns about sports and favorite teams have a somewhat diminished value. Xavier University: Home of the Musketeers…or Muskies for short. I guess that makes me a ‘Muskie Dad’. I’m tryin’ that one on for size. Funny…when I was … [Read more...] about 504 miles to Victory Parkway
Notre Dame Football Preview
Q: So how many Notre Dame fans does it take to screw in a light bulb??? A: Ten. One to actually do it and nine to discuss how great the old one was. And so it goes under the Golden Dome. The Fighting Irish ... a team with a glorious past ... becoming more and more distant every year. ND last won the national title in '88 and contended valiantly in '93. (Career … [Read more...] about Notre Dame Football Preview