Updated 3/233/09: JV Cats Lose Quarterfinal game but are Winners with how they Finished the Season Thanks to the Dobsons for their effort in Building a great hockey programs. Team Photographer, Mike Collins has added photos from the father/Son Hockey game and team party to the website. (click on link in photo gallery) ******************* New Varsity and JV teams Set for Spring Season ********************** Varsity Cats Finish A Very Successful Season ************************** PJ Marsek Gets Selected for the Chicago Showcase team ********************* Varsity Season Stat Summary Below ******************* JV Cats Finish the Season With Momentum, and Thanks to the Dobsons For Helping to Take the Hockey program to the next level
The JV Cats lost in a tight quarterfinal contest to Conant, 4-2 on March 8th. Collin Wonderlic provided the scoring punch with two goals, assisted by Kevin Wendt (both goals), Brad Feinman and Jack Rieke. This game could have gone the other way as the teams were evenly matched. Cats defense and Goalie Mad Max Laughlin played solidly all game. Max stopped 18 of 22 shots and Brad Feinman delivered several punishing checks throughout the game but Conant prevailed in the end. Encouragingly, the JV Cats really stepped their game up in the final six weeks of the season winning 90% of their games. New Head Coach Dave Schlagetter and Assistant Coach- Mike DeGeorge, had them ready to play each game and the Cats left it all on the ice as they made it to the quarterfinals in both state tournaments. The combined LHS/VHHS Varsity and JV teams took the hockey program to the next level this year. The foundation is set for years of continued success. A tribute to the players, coaches and club officers, President- Jamie Dobson and his wife Karyn. Jamie and Karyn had to leave the final team party before the players and parents could appropriately honor them. They have worked tirelessly to improve the hockey program and that energy is really paying dividends. Thanks Jamie and Karyn for your hard work!! ************************************** JV Cats Win Late In Tune-Up Game Versus Ice Dogs The JV Cats played solidly for just the right amount of time on Wednesday night versus the Ice Dogs. They came out strong taking a 3-0 lead through the first two periods. Kevin Jungmann opened up the scoring in the first (from Ian Donahoo and Garrett Gratz). This was followed by a goal from Jack Rieke that was assisted by Austin Deardoff. The third Cat goal was scored by Tony Rossetti from Gratz. The defense played great in front of Goalies Grant Gembra and Max Laughlin through two periods, and the net-minders were tough through two. . Brad Feinman delivered several crushing checks setting the tone and the Cats appeared to have this one in the bag. That’s until the Ice Dogs stormed back and tied it with three unanswered goals in the 3rd. The Cats lost their aggressive edge and allowed the Ice Dogs back into the game. Fortunately, Jack Rieke provided the heroics in a chaotic scrum in front of the net, stuffing home the improbable game winner with only 43 seconds remaining. Brad Feinman assisted on the play. The Cats were fortunate to emerge with the victory, but a win is still a win, especially with the Cats missing key players; Collin Wonderlic and Matt Majewski. The key for the Cats is to play hard in all three periods and finish. Go get ‘em Cats in your quarterfinal state game versus Conant!! ***********************************
The JV Cats withstood some early pressure in the 1st period and turned back their opponent through superior passing, team play and continued solid goaltending. Collin Wonderlic and Kevin Wendt teamed up for a beautiful goal in the 1st period. Collin carried the puck in on the left side of the rink, KW crossed the blue line streaking toward the goal just after Collin. Wonderlic, always alert, spotted the jetting Wendt, and threaded a picture perfect, laser pass through two unsuspecting Lincoln Way players to Kevin who redirected the puck into the open the net. The 2nd Cat goal was scored by Jack Rieke shorthanded. Jack hustled behind the Lincoln Way net, stole the puck and bounced in a shot off the goaltenders leg from behind the net. Rieke created and finished the 'shorty' to put the Cats up 2-0. The final Cat goal was also a Shorty scored by Collin Wonderlic with a streaking Kevin Wendt in the middle of the ice. Collin shoulder-faked the defender, selling the pass to Kevin and then went topshelf as the goalie bought what he was selling too! Things turned a bit ugly after that as Lincoln Way decided that the only way to get back into the game was mix it up with the Cats. In an unfortunate incident, one of their players roughed up Kevin Wendt, who was not going to be roughed up. The refs ruled this a fight, although Kevin was simply defending himself. The hockey Gods have not ruled yet but the Cats may miss Kevin for a game or more which is truly unfortubate given Kevin's intensity and performance on the ice. Defensively, the Cats played terrificly once again in front of Grant 'Fuhr' Gembra who narrowly missed another shut out when Lincoln Way picked up a cheap goal with only 7 seconds left which deflected off of one of their skates. Other developments included Kevin Jungmann and Eric 'The Beast' Cardona, picking up their first penalties of the year, showing their developing aggressiveness. Coach Dave Schlagetter led the Cats with head Coach Heredia looking on, reminding Coach Dave that when he leads the JV team, shut-out or OT victories occur.....but a victory is still a victory and the Cats remain undefeated in the all play-off games! ******************* Varsity Team Drops Three in Scholastic Cup but Can Find Redemption in 2nd Round of Blackhawk Cup The Varsity Cats were shut-out in two of their recent games (against Maine and Barrington), and lost in a close contest , 3-2 to CLS. PJ Marsek scored both Cat goals against Crystal Lake with Chris Jungmann, returning from his 4 game suspension, picking up both assists. In Monday's game against Barrington, the Cats appeared disinterested. We know what the Cats can do, because we've seen them tie Barrington during the season and almost tie them on their home ice in their 2nd match-up. Yes, they're missing two key players to injury (Tombo-rine and Brendar Collins), yes it's been a long season and yes- they had such a good regular season that put them in the top half of their division> playing tougher opponents in the play-off round BUT.......it's time to put the excuses aside and play the kind of hockey we know you're capable of playing...ENERGY, PASSION and COMMITMENT. You have an opportunity to re-prove yourselves in the 2nd round of the State Tournament versus Evanston. Your Parents and your fans aren't ready to end the season...now YOU need to be ready to go to the next level. We don't mind you losing, but we do mind you not giving your all on the ice. Cats, play the game that we know you're capable of playing and LEAVE IT ALL OUT ON THE ICE. We know you can do it!!! ************************** JV Team Goes Undefeated in Metro Central Founder's Cup and Earns Top Seed, Advancing to the Next Round In Sunday night's game (2/15), the Cats tied their primary Founder's Cup rival, Cary Grove, in a 3-3 nail biter. Collin Wonderlic opened the scoring in the first with the helper from Garrett Gratz. Cary Grove jumped ahead with the next two goals but then Austin Deardorff tied the contect up in the 2nd period on passes from Jack Rieke and Tony Rossetti. Late in the 2nd, Cary Grove went ahead again 3-2 with only 13 seconds left in the period, before Collin Wonderlic launched another buzzer-beater where his goal went in just before the horn sounded (assisted by Brad Feinman). Cary Grove and Libertyville then batttled back and forth in the 3rd but neither team scored. Goalie Mad Max Laughlin stopped 22 shots including several spectacular saves, with the tough Cat defense imposing their will throughout. ********* In a Valentine's Day contest, the JV Cats defeated CCM, 4-1 with Collin Wonderlic looking like a man possessed, going for the hat trick, with 2 assists from Matt Majewski and one from Kevin Wendt. Collin in a post game interview said he dedicated the game to Mom and girlfriend Morgan on Valentine's Day. The Big Man, Greg Majewski, also talled for the Cats on assists from Garrett Gratz and D-Man Brad Feinman. Cats goaltending delivered once again with Grant Gembra almost registering another shut out, as CCM scored with just 2 minutes to play. ******************* Spring Hockey 2009 Forms Are Here!!
Cat Seniors and Their Head Coach, Efren Heredia *************************
Before the game, Cat seniors Brendan Collins, PJ Marsek, Andy Katz, Ryan Dobson, Tyler Wonderlic, Chris Jungmann and their Parents enjoyed a group dinner at a local restaurant. The Cat captains, PJ Marsek and Brendan Collins toasted the parents for their commitment, early morning hours and support over the years. Cat Parents toasted the players for their great careers, enjoyment they brought to the Parents and the tight knit winning team they helped deliver in their final year.
A sell-out crowd came out to cheer the outgoing Cat seniors; Varsity Team photographer, Mike Collins snapped many photos which are in the photo section of the website, (a few of which are posted below). Thanks to emcee Ron Tambourine and Tammy Tambourine for coordinating a number of the activities along with many additional parents that helped.
PJ Marsek Provides a 'Lift' to His Mom During the Pre-game Celebration
Unfortunately, the game itself was a bit of an afterthought, with the Cats losing to the tough Maine hockey team, 6-2. The lone Cat goals were tallied by Tommy Tambourine (from Connor Krukowski) and Ian Smith (from Michael Lauber)
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********************************************** Varsity Cats Lose in the 2nd Round of the State Tournament The Varsity Cats season ended after they lost to Evanston 5-3 on Saturday afternoon. While the Cats lost, they battled the entire game but each time they got within a goal, Evanston pulled away again. Notable absences were injuries to Brendan Collins and Tommy Tambourine. The Cats really missed their hard-nosed play. Despite the fact that Brendan was watching from the stands, there were still ‘Let’s Go Brendar’ chants from his fan club. Connor Krukowski scored the second Cat goal on a nice feed from Ian Smith. PJ Marsek scored the first and third Ice Cat Goals unassisted. PJ was also selected to the exclusive Chicago Showcase player program where the top 25 players were chosen from an elite try-out pool of 120 high school seniors. The 25th Annual Chicago Showcase will be conducted from April 15-19th in Bensenville. The purpose of the Showcase is to allow the top 500 high school players from all areas of the country the opportunity to compete against one another. The exclusive group of high school players, who are not traditionally scouted during the season, are then scouted by every major hockey program in the United States including prep, college, junior and professional. Despite a disappointing ending to the season, The Varsity Ice Cats had one of their best seasons in the history of the program, finishing with a winning record of 13-12-1 which included a stretch where they won 7 consecutive games, a record for the LHS/VHHS hockey club. The Ice Cats scored 101 goals and gave up only 93. Congrats to the coaching staff and players on a great season! Additionally, congratulations to the outgoing seniors; Brendan Collins, PJ Marsek, Ryan Dobson. Tyler Wonderlic, Andy Katz and Chris Jungmann. This core group provided great leadership throughout the season and helped drive the Cats to one of the best seasons ever, a year where the Ice Cat program went to the next level. Your fans and parents are proud of you! Good luck in college boys. ******************************************** Varsity Stat Summary
* PJ Marsek leads the Ice Cats in total points scored (goals + assists), led the team in goals scored (45 goals), was 2nd on the team in assists..... AND finished 2nd in total Metro Central division scoring with 61 points (out of over 200 players) * Ian Smith was 2nd in team scoring, 2nd in goals scored (19 goals), finishing with 26 total points, plus he finished 34th in the Metro Central scoring (200 players) * Chris Jungmann finished third on the Cats in total scoring with 22 points and led the Cats in assists, Jungmann also finished 14th in assists in the conference (17 assists) * Erich Held logged the most number of minutes for all goalies in the Metro Central league (31 goalies put on the pads) Metro and Varsity Ice Cat stat summary for 2008-2009 in pdf file....
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The Icecats Staff
Varsity Head Coach: Efren Heredia Varsity Assistant Coach: Jim Hamilton
Varsity Team Manager: Tom Stanis
JV Head Coach: Dave Schlagetter
JV Assistant Coach: Mike Degeorge
JV Team Manager: Bob Donnahoo
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President: Jamie Dobson
Vice President: Tom Stanis Treasurer: Carl Katz
Secretary: Rene Gembra School Liaiason: Diana Gratz (for Libertyville)
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Board members: Patrick Marsek, Howard Kalish, Dan Kucera
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Updated on 03/23/2009