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NZ Launches Fall Hockey League in New England
Posted on March 23, 2021
After the successful launch of the Pandemic Hockey League this spring Neutral Zone has decided to expand itâs offering to the fall season for both boys and girls hockey in New England. âWe have received so much interest from coaches, scouts, players and parents about doing something like the âPHLâ during the fall season,â said…
MNHS Rankings February 2021: Class of 2024 and 2025
Posted on March 23, 2021
With the start of the New Year, NZ scouts were able to get back in the rinks to scout the Minnesota High School League. Some games were scouted virtually, but our scouts were also traveling all over the state to watch games in person in order to compile these Graduation Class rankings. The following is…
Opportunity. Fear. Success. The NZ Women’s Story
Posted on March 13, 2021
As a 21-year-old, just finishing college, and not ready to give up hockey, when I was offered the position of Director of Womenâs Hockey at Neutral Zone, my answer leaned toward âare you sure?â vs. âyes!â Of course I wanted the job, and I could hear the voice of every business professor I ever had…
PIP Buckeye Girls Fest Showcase: U14
Posted on February 1, 2021
From January 15th-17th, Neutral Zone was scouting the PIP Buckeyes Girls Fest Showcase via LiveBarn. The showcase was held at the OhioHealth Chiller in Columbus, OH and featured U14, U16, and U19 Divisions. Neutral Zone will be publishing reports on all 3 Divisions. The stream from Rink 2 proved too difficult to see numbers as…
CCM Dallas: U19
Posted on January 28, 2021
Neutral Zone streamed the U19 Division of the CCM Windy City Tournament held in Dallas, TX. The tournament hosted 6-U19 teams including Mejier, Milwaukee Jr. Admirals, Team Illinois, St. Louis Lady Blues, Dallas Stars, and Madison Capitols. Below is a report of the top performers from the event. Players are in no particular order beneath…
Top 40+ Uncommitted Prospects: New England Prep
Posted on January 8, 2021
In the midst of this pandemic with so many games and rinks being shut down, Neutral Zone is taking a look back at the 2019-2020 season to bring you the top uncommitted players from last season. The college recruiting process is a tough one, with a large talent pool, and few roster spots. Everyone is…
Emma Conner to join Gophers next season
Posted on November 6, 2020
Emma Conner (Edina High School, F, 2021) to University of Minnesota. In late October, Neutral Zone learned of Connerâs commitment to the University of Minnesota. Conner was originally committed to Penn State but made the switch to the Gophers after promising junior season at Edina HS, a powerhouse program in Minnesota. Conner is an exceptional…
Gary Roberts Training Has A Special Offer For Neutral Zone Readers
Posted on May 26, 2020
Over the coming weeks Neutral Zone readers will gain valuable training insights from one of hockeyâs premier athlete development coaches and former NHL player â Gary Roberts. Roberts will contribute more information to Neutral Zone readers. Click here to access Garyâs at-home training programs delivered on the Gary Roberts training app. Neutral Zone readers earn 10% discount…
Toronto Aeros Holiday Classic: Bantam
Posted on March 25, 2020
Neutral Zone rang in the New Year by spending the weekend of January 3rd to 5th at Canlan Ice Sports – York to scout the Toronto Aeros Holiday Classic. The event provided an opportunity for Bantam, Midget, and Junior teams from Canada and the United States to get back on the ice after the holiday…
MNHS Class of 2020 Rank: Dec. 2019
Posted on January 30, 2020
The following is a ranking from the Minnesota High School League for Neutral Zoneâs coverage in December. As the season continues, this list will grow and change with increased coverage. This list presents 2020 graduation year players in a specific numbered order. Lily Delianedis #7 (Blake School, F, 2020, Cornell): Shifty with quick hands, Delianedis…
