Scouting Reports
NYSAHA Spring Selects 16U Two Game Report: 33 Players Evaluated
Posted on May 31, 2023
Neutral Zone was in attendance for the NYSAHA Spring Selects tournament across two 16U games, with reports on the other age groups at the tournament to come. See below reports on these two games, with 33 players evaluated across the two matchups. NYS White 16U vs NYS Green 16U A game that ended in a…
NYSAHA Spring Selects 15U Two Game Report: 28 Player Report
Posted on May 30, 2023
Neutral Zone was in attendance for the NYSAHA Spring Selects tournament across two 15U games, with reports on the other age groups at the tournament to come. See below reports on these two games, with 28 players evaluated across the two matchups. NYS Green 15U vs NYS Blue 15U Team Green had a couple of…
NAHL Robertson Cup: Austin Bruins vs Oklahoma Warriors
Posted on May 30, 2023
It was a terrific turnout for a championship game with the Oklahoma Warriors scoring with under four minutes left in the game to take the victory. This game had back-and-forth scoring both even strength and on the power play that made it extra captivating to watch. Austin Bruins Matthew Desiderio #2 (D, L, 6’4″, 222,…
USA Hockey Southeast Player Development Camp: 100 Players Evaluated
Posted on May 29, 2023
Neutral Zone attended the Southeast Player Development Camp put on by USA Hockey in Nashville, Tennessee. There was a lot of talent on display with invitations to the National Player Development Camp up for grabs. Below are the top performers from the weekend. Players did well to make this report and grades are for this…
CJHL Centennial Cup Finals: Battleford North Stars vs Brooks Bandits: 12 Players Evaluated
Posted on May 24, 2023
A second-period flurry of goals brought on by the Brooks Bandits was all it took to seal the victory and a title. The top line as well as a push from their depth players proved to be too much for the Battlefords North Stars to stand. A shutout for the Bandits’ goaltender was the cherry…
NAHL Robertson Cup Two Game Report: 24 Players Evaluated
Posted on May 23, 2023
Neutral Zone was in attendance for two NAHL Robertson Cup Championship matchups on May 19th, 2023. The first matchup was between the Austin Bruins and the Maryland Black Bears, and the second was a matchup between the Minnesota Wilderness and the Oklahoma Warriors. Austin Bruins vs Maryland Black Bears A deciding win from start to…
NAHL 18U Prospect Challenge: El Paso Rhinos 18U vs Wisconsin 18U: 12 Players Evaluated
Posted on May 23, 2023
A close game until the third period where the Rhinos were able to score three uncontested goals that eventually handed them the victory. Before the melee of goals, both teams brought energy and structure until one of them flinched and the other took complete advantage. El Paso Rhino’s 18U Prospects Dereck Namlick #7 (G, 6’1″,…
BCHL Playoffs: Alberni Valley Bulldogs vs Penticton Vees: 12 Players Evaluated
Posted on May 17, 2023
Hard fought game between both the Bulldogs and the Vees that had all different aspects involved. Both teams were equipped with the power play and short-handed chances that ultimately led the Vees to hold on to a one-goal lead with ten minutes left in the third. It was the defensive desperation that led to the…
NOJHL Playoffs: Timmins Rock vs Soo Thunderbirds: 23 Standout Players
Posted on May 17, 2023
Neutral Zone watched the NOJHL final series between the Timmins Rock and Soo Thunderbirds. The series was well-played and competitive. The Rock ultimately were too much for the Thunderbirds and held on for a 4-2 victory in game 6, to close out the series 4 games to 2. The Rock will advance to the Centennial Cup…
NAHL Playoffs: Austin Bruins vs St. Cloud Norsemen: 12 Standout Players
Posted on May 16, 2023
Special teams were the clear deciding factor in tonight’s game. After a scoreless first period, the Austin Bruins scored four power-play goals in a row as well as just being on the power-play multiple more times. This meant puck control and ultimately control over the game itself. Austin Bruins Matthew Desiderio #2 (D, L, 6’4″,…
