Memory Lane: "91" Lions

                                                                          Memory Lane


                                                                       1991 Detroit Lions


                                                                          Memory Lane










      One of the most memorable teams from my youth was the 1991 version of the Detroit Lions.  The Lions finished the regular season with a 12-4 overall record earning themselves a home Playoff Game at the Pontiac Silverdome, and a first round bye.  Detroit crushed the Dallas Cowboys 38-6 with backup Quarterback Eric Kramer at the helm for the Lions.  Kramer threw for over 300 yards, and 3 touchdowns.  The Lions advanced to the NFC Conference Championship Game, but lost to the eventual Superbowl Champion Washington Redskins 41-10.  The Lions have not won a NFL Playoff game since their victory over the Cowboys.
     The 1991 Detroit Lions were memorable for various reasons (good, and bad) including the career ending injury to Mike Utley, and the way the team finished the regular season by winning their final 6 games.  The NFC Championship loss was also the last game that Eric Andolsek ever played in.  Andolsek was killed during the off-season in a tragic incident while working at his home.
     The most memorable thing to me about the 1991 Detroit Lions was the way the team was constructed.  The Lions usually have a few flashy pieces, but their rosters almost always seem to lack talent, and overall depth. The 1991 Lions were solid in the trenches on both sides of the ball.  Players like Lomas Brown, and Kevin Glover helped anchor the Offensive Line.  The D-Line had some real players like Jerry Ball (eventually placed on IR), and Kelvin Pritchett.  The secondary was also solid with guys like Ray Crockett, and Bennie Blades defending the pass.  The 1991 Lions also had several stars on the same team like Barry Sanders, Herman Moore, Brett Perriman, Chris Spielman, Eddie Murray, and Jim Arnold.  It is worth repeating that the Lions have not won a NFL Playoff game since their victory over the Dallas Cowboys during the 1991 season.
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                                                                        Game Notes







-  The Detroit Lions did not lose at home (including Playoffs) during the 1991 season.



-  The Lions first round pick (#10) in the 1991 NFL draft was Wide Receiver Herman Moore.



-  The Lions played in the NFC Central in 1991.  The NFC Central no longer exists.



-  Houston was known as the Oilers during the 1991 season.



-  The Arizona Cardinals were known as the Phoenix Cardinals in 1991.  



-  The Oakland Raiders were known as the Los Angeles Raiders in 1991.



-  Since 1991, the Rams left Los Angeles, became the St. Louis Rams, and moved back to Los Angeles.



-  Since 1991, the Browns left Cleveland to become the Baltimore Ravens, and then Cleveland got another Browns team.



-  The Baltimore Ravens, the Carolina Panthers, the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the Tennessee Titans did not exist in 1991.



-  The Seattle Seahawks played in the AFC West in 1991.  The Seahawks are now in the NFC West.










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New Features For 2017

From the offices of the Mitten State Sports Report.

     The Mitten State Sports Report is constantly looking for ways to grow, and improve.  Two new monthly features are being added for 2017.  It's always fun to take a stroll down memory lane, and that's the inspiration for our new monthly feature.  "Memory Lane" will recall people, places, and teams from the past.  The second newest monthly feature focuses on music.  "Music of the Month" will feature bands, and musicians for you to check out.  Both new monthly features will begin in January.
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                                                                       Game Notes







-  In 2016, the Mitten State Sports Report upgraded its photography equipment.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report also added the "Blog of the Month" in February, 2016.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report added "10 Mitten State Facts" in August, 2016.



-  "10 Mitten State Facts" is now featured every other month on the Mitten State Sports Report.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report also added "Game Notes" in October, 2016.



-  "Game Notes" is now featured near the bottom of every post on the Mitten State Sports Report.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report also added "10 Fast Facts" in November, 2016.



-  "10 Fast Facts" is now a monthly feature on the Mitten State Sports Report.  











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Links of the Month 2016

                                                                Links of the Month - 2016










January:  Sports Jeopardy  click on  www.sportsjeopardy.com 









February:  MES TV (Midwest Entertainment Sports TV)  click on  www.mes-tv.com 









March:  Go Live Sports Cast  click on  golivesportscast.com 









April:  Fathead  click on  www.fathead.com 









May:  Heritage Park, in Taylor  click on  www.cityoftaylor.com/heritagepark 









June:  Northville Downs  click on  www.northvilledowns.com 









July:  Flat Rock Speedway  click on  flatrockspeedway.com 









August:  Don Nicholson Enterprises, LLC  click on  www.donnicholson.net 









September:  Superior Stable  click on  superiorstable.com 









October:  Hockey TV  click on  www.hockeytv.com 









November:  MHSAA (Michigan High School Athletic Association)  click on  www.mhsaa.com









December:  Detroit Athletic Co  click on  https://www.detroitathletic.com 











                                                                           Game Notes







-  The Link of the Month began in February, 2015.



-  The first ever Link of the Month was a link to the Compuware Arena website.



-  Compuware Arena is now known as the USA Hockey Arena.



-  Sports Jeopardy can now be seen on the NBC Sports Network.



-  Fathead headquarters are located in Michigan.



-  Hockey TV was formerly known as FastHockey.  



-  Live harness racing returns to Northville Downs on March 3rd, 2017.  










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Pics of the Month 2016

January:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph from the 34th Annual Plymouth Ice Festival.

February:  The Pic of the Month was a photo of the University of Michigan Dearborn Wolverines vs. the Adrian Bulldogs.

March:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of the University of Michigan Wolverines vs. the UIC Flames.

April:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of Greg Haeger chatting with an umpire.

May:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of the Water Mill, at Heritage Park, in Taylor.

June:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of live harness racing at Northville Downs.

July:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of Flat Rock Speedway.

August:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of the Newburgh Pointe Recreational Area.

September:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of Flat Rock Speedway.

October:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of Cardinal Stadium, in Ann Arbor.  

November:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of the University of Michigan Dearborn hockey team.

December:  The Pic of the Month was a photograph of the Chicago Steel taken at the USA Hockey Arena.

                                                                          Game Notes







-  The Mitten State Sports Report unveiled the Pic of the Month in 2015.



-  The first Pic of the Month was a photograph of the Plymouth Whalers.



-  The Plymouth Whalers hockey team does not exist anymore.



-  The second Pic of the Month was a photograph of Frank Jiovani's #45 car.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report currently has received 108,203 views.











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Best of December 2016

     The month of December featured 15 posts that were viewed by people all over the World.  December was also the highest viewed month (over 9,000 views) in the history of the Mitten State Sports Report.  Scroll down to see what everyone is clicking on.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Scroll down and vote in the monthly Poll Question. Check out Game Notes.  Click on past months to check out all of the Mitten State Sports Report's archived material.










                                                             Best of December 2016  










1.  "Catholic Central 2-2 St Mary's"  posted 12/6/2016

 

























2.  "Chicago 4-1 USA"  posted 12/7/2016

 

























3.  "Chicago Steel Photos"  posted 12/8/2016

                                                                        Best of the Rest














"Blogs of the Month - 2016"  posted 12/3/2016




                                                                                                                                  No Photos!














"Oakland: 2016 NCFA Champs"  posted 12/15/2016  

                                                                       Pic of the Month

The Pic of the Month is a photograph of the Chicago Steel taken at the USA Hockey Arena.

                                                                         Link of the Month







                                                              https://www.detroitathletic.com 









     




                                                                         Blog of the Month







                               For more information about the Blog of the Month click on  mmqb.si.com














                                         Mitten State Sports Report's monthly Poll Question







           Will Kirk Cousins be the starting Quarterback of the Washington Redskins next season?







                           Yes                                                                           67%







                           No                                                                            33%













                                  Should the College Football Playoff feature more than 4 teams?  







                                  Yes                                                                            66%







                                  No                                                                             34%  














                                                                        Game Notes







-  The Mitten State Sports Report has published 787 posts since 2012.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report published 154 posts in 2016.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report published 149 posts in 2015.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report published 180 posts in 2014.



-  The profile of Tony Pertile has been viewed 14,903 times.



-  The Mitten State Sports Report is unveiling 2 new monthly features in 2017.











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Blog of the Month - January

                                                                       Blog of the Month


                                                                        presnapreads.com


                                                                       Blog of the Month









     Pre Snap Reads is an excellent website owned, and operated by Cian Fahey.  Fahey, or "Connor McFootball" has written for several websites including Bleacher Report, Rotoworld, and www.irishcentral.com. Pre Snap Reads features articles, and offers NFL analysis from a different perspective.  Pre Snap Reads was launched back on May 16th, 2013.  Click on the link below for more information about Pre Snap Reads.
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                                                                            Game Notes







-  Cian Fahey has been covering the NFL since 2009.



-  The first post on Pre Snap Reads was an article about Richard Sherman.  



-  Cian Fahey has been a guest on the Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz.



-  Cian Fahey has also written articles for www.footballoutsiders.com 



-  Cian Fahey has also written articles for www.sportsonearth.com



-  The Mitten State Sports Report unveiled the Blog of the Month back in February, 2016.










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College Hoops

On Friday, December 23rd, the University of Michigan Dearborn Wolverines defeated the Adrian College Bulldogs 64-62.

     On Friday, December 23rd, the University of Michigan Dearborn Wolverines defeated the Adrian College Bulldogs 64-62.  #20 Jason Penn lead the Wolverines with 19 points, and 15 rebounds, and #10 Marcus Williams added 18 points, and 6 rebounds.  The Bulldogs had a chance at a game winning shot from half court, but the attempt came up short.  Adrian College competes in Division III of the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association).  The University of Michigan Dearborn Wolverines compete in Division II of the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics).  Click on the links below for more information about the NCAA, or the NAIA.
     The University of Michigan Dearborn men's basketball team currently has an overall record of 11-7.  The Wolverines are 5-5 in the WHAC (Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference).  Click on the links below for more information about the University of Michigan Dearborn athletic program, or the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference.
     The Adrian College men's basketball team currently has an overall record of 6-6.  The Bulldogs are 0-1 in the MIAA (Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association).  Click on the links below for more information about the Adrian College athletic program, or the MIAA.
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The Wolverines currently have an overall record of 11-7.

The Adrian College Bulldogs currently have an overall record of 6-6.

Click on the links below for more information about this stuff.

                                                                            Game Notes







-  The Adrian College men's basketball team is currently riding a two game winning streak.



-  The Adrian College Bulldogs recently won the Baldwin Wallace Holiday Invitational.



-  Kyle Lindsay is the Head Coach of the Adrian College men's basketball team.



-  Adrian lost to the UofD Mercy Titans 99-69 back on November 11th.



-  Adrian College has a men's Bass Fishing program.



-  UofM-D lost to Cornerstone University 75-72 on January 4th, 2017.










For more information about the UofM-D athletic program click on  gowolves.net



For NAIA stats, and standings click on  www.naia.org



For WHAC stats, and standings click on  http://www.whac.net



For more information about the Adrian College athletic program click on  www.adrianbulldogs.com



For NCAA stats, and standings click on  www.ncaa.com



For MIAA stats, and standings click on  www.miaa.org



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10 Mitten State Facts III

                                                          10 Mitten State Facts Part III










1.  Ed McMahon (Actor, Tonight Show Co-Host) was born in Detroit, Michigan.





2.  Detroit Tigers Pitcher Denny McLain won 31 games during the 1968 MLB season.





3.  I-75 runs through 6 states including Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, and Michigan.





4.  The Detroit Red Wings were known as the Detroit Falcons from 1930-1932.





5.  Madonna (singer-song writer) was born in Bay City, Michigan.





6.  Sparky Anderson wore #11 while he was the Manager of the Detroit Tigers.





7.  Michigan's State flower is the Apple Blossom.





8.  Chris Webber played his High School basketball at Detroit Country Day School.





9.  The Ford World Headquarters is located in Dearborn, Michigan.





10. Chuck Daly was the Head Coach at Boston College (1969-1971), and a Head Coach at the University of Pennsylvania (1971-1977).










                                                                     Game Notes







-  "10 Mitten State Facts" was posted on 8/20/2016.  



-  "10 Mitten State Facts II" was posted on 10/30/2016.



-  Madonna (singer-song writer) graduated from Rochester Adams High School.



-  Sparky Anderson wore #10 while he was the Manager of the Cincinnati Reds.



-  Shane Battier also played his High School Basketball at Detroit Country Day School.



-  The Ford World Headquarters is also known as "The Glass House".










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Semi-Pro Football: USFA News

      The USFA (United States Football Association) is an organization that provides Regional tournaments, and National Championship Games for semi-pro football teams.  National Bowl Weekend is a series of National Championship Bowl games for semi-pro football teams.  Bowl games include the Tangerine Bowl, the Orange Blossom Bowl, the Palm Bowl, the North American Bowl, and the Florida Bowl.  The 2017 National Bowl Weekend is scheduled for January 14th, and January 15th, at Spec Martin Stadium in DeLand, Florida.  Click on the link below for more information about the United States Football Association.  Scroll down to see some past local winners, and past local participants from National Bowl Weekend.  
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                                                           2016 Orange Blossom Bowl





                                              Detroit Ravens     27 - 6     Orlando Rage  










                                                        2015 Orange Blossom Bowl  


                                                                           OT


                                      Brass City Brawlers     34 - 28     Michigan Lightning










                                                                2015 Palm Bowl





                                Worcester Mass Fury     48 - 13     West Michigan Force










                                                                  2015 Florida Bowl





                                       Orlando Phantoms     17 - 6     Capital City (MI) Stealth  










                                                             2014 Orange Blossom Bowl





                                 Capital City (MI) Stealth     22 - 13     Pioneer Valley Knights










                                                            2013 Orange Blossom Bowl





                                              Tri State Sharks     20 - 18     Capital City (MI) Stealth










                                                                     2012 Tangerine Bowl  





                                              West Mass Warriors     20 - 0     Detroit Diesels  










                                                               2012 Orange Blossom Bowl





                                            Michigan Vikings     42 - 12      Prince William (VA) Monarchs










                                                                          Game Notes







-  Spec Martin Stadium is located at 260 E Euclid Ave, in DeLand, Florida.



-  The 2007 National Bowl Weekend took place in Fort Pierce, Florida.



-  The Detroit Ravens compete in the GLFL (Great Lakes Football League).



-  The Capital City (MI) Stealth compete in the GLFL (Great Lakes Football League).



-  The Mitten State Sports Report has published 783 posts.



-  "Semi-Pro Football: GLFL News" was posted on 12/13/2016.










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10 Fast Facts - December

     10 Fast Facts is the newest monthly feature that began on the Mitten State Sports Report last month (November, 2016).  Be sure to click on past months to check out all of the Mitten State Sports Report's archived material.  You can always leave a comment, and you can email the Mitten State Sports Report directly at mittenstatesportsreport@rocketmail.com  Scroll down and vote in the monthly Poll Question.  Check out Game Notes.










                                                        10 Fast Facts - December  2016









-  The College Football Bowl season kicks off today at 2:00 p.m. with the Gildan New Mexico Bowl.





-  Gildan New Mexico Bowl:  University of New Mexico vs. University of Texas at San Antonio.





-  Quick Lane Bowl:  Ford Field:  December 26th, 2016:  University of Maryland vs. Boston College.





-  The Quick Lane Bowl is formerly known as the Little Caesars Pizza Bowl, and before that it was known as the Motor City Bowl.





-  The Detroit Lions signed Joique Bell on December 6th, 2016.  Bell is a former Detroit Lions player.





-  The Detroit Lions released TE Brandon Pettigrew on December 9th, 2016.





-  Brandon Pettigrew was drafted by the Lions in 2009.  He was the 20th overall pick in the 1st round.





-  Detroit Red Wings Forward Luke Glendening played his college hockey career at the University of Michigan.  





-  Detroit Red Wings Forward Justin Abdelkader played his college hockey career at Michigan State University.





-  Detroit Red Wings Defenseman Danny DeKeyser played his college hockey career at Western Michigan University.  










                                                                        Game Notes  







-  The Quick Lane Bowl began in 2014.  Rutgers University defeated the University of North Carolina 40-21.



-  The Little Caesars Pizza Bowl was played at Ford Field, in Detroit from 2009-2013.  



-  The Motor City Bowl began in 1997.  It was played at the Pontiac Silverdome.



-  The Cherry Bowl was played at the Pontiac Silverdome in 1984, and in 1985.



-  The Detroit Lions also drafted Matthew Stafford in 2009.  He was the 1st overall pick in the NFL draft.



-  The Detroit Red Wings currently have 9 points, and an overall record of 13-14-4.  










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Oakland: 2016 NCFA Champs

The Oakland University Golden Grizzlies football team won the 2016 NCFA National Championship.

     On Saturday, December 3rd, the Oakland University Golden Grizzlies football team defeated the Middle Georgia State University Knights 24-14 to win the 2016 NCFA (National Club Football Association) National Championship.  The 2016 NCFA Championship Game was played at West Family Stadium in Wheeling, West Virginia.  Golden Grizzlies WR/DB #3 Shakeer Williams was named as the game's MVP (Most Valuable Player).  Click on the link below for more information about the National Club Football Association.
     The Oakland University football team finished the 2016 season with an overall record of 12-0.  The Golden Grizzlies compete in the Great Lakes Conference, and the team played their home games at the Auburn Hills Civic Center located at 1800 Valleyview Drive.  The Golden Grizzlies also won the 2014 NCFA National Championship.  Click on the links below for more information about the Oakland University football team, or the Golden Grizzlies athletic program.
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The Oakland University football team also won the 2014 NCFA National Championship. 

                                                                       Game Notes







-  The Golden Grizzlies defeated Eastern Connecticut State 35-18 to reach the 2016 NCFA Championship.



-  The Golden Grizzlies defeated Robert Morris University-Peoria 29-0 to win the 2016 Great Lakes Conference Championship.



-  The 2016 Great Lakes Conference Championship Game was played at Mulholland Stadium, in Dayton, Ohio.



-  The Golden Grizzlies defeated the University of Pittsburgh by way of forfeit on October 1st.



-  The Golden Grizzlies defeated the Lake Michigan Havoc 45-22 in a preseason game.



-  The Golden Grizzles defeated the Capital City Stealth 37-27 in a preseason game.

 For info about the Oakland University football team click on  https://www.facebook.com/OUclubfootball 

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For more information about the NCFA click on  www.ncfafootball.org 



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Semi-Pro Football: GLFL News

     The GLFL (Great Lakes Football League) is a semi-pro football league that currently features 9 teams from across the State of Michigan.  The GLFL is divided into two divisions, and teams include the Capital City Stealth, the Muskegon Mustangs, the Michigan Hurricanes, the Northern Michigan Wolves, the Lake Michigan Havoc, the Detroit Ravens, the Detroit Seminoles, the Detroit Diesels, and the Flint Fury.  The Detroit Ravens won the 2016 GLFL Championship by defeating the Muskegon Mustangs 48-28 on September 10th, 2016.  The Detroit Ravens finished the 2016 season with an overall record of 12-0.  Click on the link below for more information about the Great Lakes Football League.
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                                              2016 Great Lakes Football League Standings







 East Division                            Regular Season Record                       Overall Record





Detroit Ravens                                      8-0                                                   12-0


Detroit Seminoles                                  7-1                                                    9-5


Michigan Hurricanes                              5-3                                                    5-5


Detroit Diesels                                      1-7                                                    2-8  









West Division                            Regular Season Record                       Overall Record





Muskegon Mustangs                            6-2                                                      8-3


Lake Michigan Havoc                          4-4                                                      6-4


Capital City Stealth                             2-6                                                      4-8


Flint Fury                                            2-6                                                     2-7  


Northern Michigan Wolves                   1-7                                                      2-8










                                              Great Lakes Football League Champions



                                    (There were 2 GLFL Champions in 2011, and 2012)







                                                     2016     Detroit Ravens    



                                                     2015     Muskegon Mustangs  



                                                    2014     Detroit Seminoles



                                                    2013     Detroit Seminoles



                                                    2012 II  Oakland County Phantoms



                                                    2012  I  West Michigan Force



                                                    2011 II  Oakland County Playmakers



                                                    2011  I  West Michigan Force



                                                    2010     Detroit Diesels



                                                    2009     Detroit Diesels



                                                    2008     Northwest Ohio Knights



                                                    2007     Michigan Gators  










                                                                    Game Notes







-  The Ravens defeated the Seminoles 33-20 in the 2016 GLFL Western Conference Championship.



-  The Mustangs defeated the Fury 14-12 in the 2016 GLFL Eastern Conference Championship.



-  The Mustangs defeated the Ravens 27-13 in the 2015 GLFL Championship Game.



-  The Seminoles defeated the Mustangs 27-20 in the 2014 GLFL Championship Game.



-  The 2016 GLFL All-Star Game was played at Holy Redeemer Catholic School, in Burton.



-  The 2016 GLFL Championship Game was played at Birmingham Seaholm High School.










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Junior Varsity College Hoops

On Tuesday, the University of Michigan Dearborn Junior Varsity men's basketball team earned a 75-63 victory. 

     On Tuesday, December 6th, the University of Michigan Dearborn Junior Varsity men's basketball team defeated the Olivet College Junior Varsity men's basketball team 75-63.  The Olivet College Varsity men's basketball team competes in Division III of the NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association).  The University of Michigan Dearborn Varsity men's basketball team competes in Division II of the NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics).  Click on the links below for more information about the NCAA, or the NAIA.
     The University of Michigan Dearborn Varsity men's basketball team currently has an overall record of 8-5. Scroll down to see exclusive photos from Tuesday night's game.  Click on the link below for more information about the University of Michigan Dearborn athletic program.
     The Olivet College Varsity men's basketball team currently has an overall record of 2-4.  The Comets are riding a three game losing streak.  Click on the link below for more information about the Olivet College athletic program.
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The Wolverines earned a 75-63 victory over the Comets.

The Olivet College Varsity men's basketball team competes in Division III of the NCAA.

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-  Olivet College is located at 320 S Main Street, in Olivet, Michigan.



-  Olivet is located approximately 30 miles south of Lansing.



-  The Olivet Comets football team finished the 2016 season with an overall record of 9-2.



-  The UofM-D men's basketball team played at Crisler Center on December 3rd.



-  Crisler Center is formerly known as Crisler Arena.  



-  UofM-D lost to Siena Heights 65-58 on December 3rd, at Crisler Center.











For more information about the UofM-D athletic program click on  gowolves.net



For more information about the Olivet College athletic program click on  olivetcomets.com



For NCAA stats, and standings click on  www.ncaa.com



For NAIA stats, and standings click on  www.naia.org



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Chicago Steel Photos

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The Chicago Steel compete in the USHL.  Goaltender #30 Ales Stezka has already been drafted by the Minnesota Wild.

#25 Reggie Lutz is a Forward for the Chicago Steel.

#2 Matt Kiersted is a Defenseman for the Chicago Steel. 

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                                                                          Game Notes







-  The Chicago Steel compete in the Eastern Conference of the USHL (United States Hockey League).



-  The Chicago Steel play their home games at the Fox Valley Ice Arena located in Geneva, Illinois.



-  Dan Muse is the Head Coach of the Chicago Steel.



-  #25 Reggie Lutz has contributed 8 goals, and 11 assists through 22 games this season.



-  #2 Matt Kiersted has contributed 2 goals, and 10 assists in 21 games this season.



-  The Chicago Steel currently have an overall record of 16-4-1-1 (1 overtime loss, and 1 shootout loss.)

For more information about the Chicago Steel click on  www.chicagosteelhockeyteam.com



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Chicago 4 - 1 USA

On Saturday, the Chicago Steel defeated the USA NTDP U-18 Team 4-1. 

     On Saturday, December 3rd, the Chicago Steel defeated the USA NTDP (National Team Development Program) U-18 Team 4-1.  Team USA outshot the Steel 31-23.  Both teams compete in the USHL (United States Hockey League).  Saturday night's game was played at the USA Hockey Arena located at 14900 Beck Road, in Plymouth.  Click on the links below for more information about the USHL, or the USA Hockey Arena.
     The USA NTDP is currently in 8th place in the Eastern Conference of the USHL with 11 points, and an overall record of 5-11-1 (1 overtime loss).  The USA NTDP also features an U17 Team that plays their home games at the USA Hockey Arena.  Both USA NTDP teams combine their records against USHL opponents. The USA NTDP U-18 Team currently has 4 local players on its roster.  Click on the link below for more information about the USA NTDP.
     The Chicago Steel are currently in 1st place in the Eastern Conference of the USHL with 34 points, and an overall record of 16-4-1-1 (1 overtime loss, and 1 shootout loss).  The Chicago Steel roster features 4 local players from the state of Michigan.  Click on the link below for more information about the Chicago Steel. Scroll down to see exclusive photos from Saturday night's game.
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The USA NTDP plays their home games at the USA Hockey Arena.

The USA Hockey Arena is located at 14900 Beck Road, in Plymouth.

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                                                                         Game Notes







-  USA NTDP Goaltender #1 Dylan St. Cyr is from Northville, Michigan.



-  USA NTDP Defenseman #12 Tommy Miller is from West Bloomfield, Michigan.



-  USA NTPD Forward #9 Logan Cockerill is from Brighton, Michigan.  



-  USA NTDP Forward #14 Josh Norris is from Oxford, Michigan.



-  Chicago Steel Defensman #5 Alex Regula is from West Bloomfield, Michigan.



-  Chicago Steel Defenseman #10 Derek Daschke is from Troy, Michigan.



-  Chicago Steel Defenseman #24 Xan Gurney is from Grosse Ile, Michigan.



-  Chicago Steel Forward #17 Mitch Lewandowski is from Clarkston, Michigan.



-  Chicago Steel Goaltender #30 Ales Stezka has already been drafted by the Minnesota Wild.











For more information about the USA NTDP click on  www.usahockeyntdp.com



For more information about the Chicago Steel click on  www.chicagosteelhockeyteam.com



For USHL stats, and standings click on  www.ushl.com



For more information about the USA Hockey Arena click on  www.usahockeyarena.com



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