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Titan Families who attended the club’s meeting on Tuesday were treated to sneak peeks at the new facility being built in Howell for the 2010-2011 season. The reaction was overwhelmingly positive. See the preview video here:
Follow the progress of construction
HOWELL TWP APPROVAL PAVES WAY FOR NEW ICE RINK
Howell IceWorld Coming to Howell. NJ Titans Club to have new home.
The Howell Township Board voted this evening to allow a family-friendly ice rink to open in the Fall of 2010. The facility to be named Howell IceWorld will be home to the NJ Junior Titan’s youth, midget and junior travel hockey teams. Howell IceWorld, will also host public and figure skating, birthday parties, youth leagues (including, elementary, middle school and high school hockey), learn to skate, and adult hockey leagues. It promises to be a safe, family-friendly entertainment center bringing value to the people of Monmouth, Ocean and Middlesex counties. The 42,000 square foot facility, scheduled to open in September 2010, will be the first new ice arena in the county in over 20 years. It will feature a full NHL sized rink in addition to a mini rink, plus a synthetic ice-training center located on County Rt. 524 near Exit 31 on Interstate 195.
Managing Partner Glenn Adamo, a lifelong hockey devotee said, “We are pleased that the Howell Board looked favorably on our application tonight. Having the NJ Titans club make their home with us in a modern family-friendly ice center was a key decision in moving forward with this project. We want this to be a place that serves the needs of the community while also celebrating the great game of ice hockey. The NJ Titans have shown great success in developing student-athletes at all levels so getting the Haviland family involved in the project adds significant credibility to the hockey experience. Ice Hockey in this area is exploding and there is tremendous demand for a modern state of the art facility”. The Junior Titans, members of the Atlantic Youth Hockey League and the Metropolitan Junior Hockey League, have played at the Gold Coast Arena in Wall Township NJ for the past five seasons after moving from Middlesex County in 2005.
George Haviland is a partner in the rink and principal owner of the NJ Titans. “It is amazing what we have been able to accomplish without our own facility. We know that going forward our membership will realize tremendous benefits skating in our new home. We will have private dressing rooms exclusively for Titan players, provide better value to families, access to the SuperSkills Training Center as well as more convenient practice and game times. We can increase the number of skaters in our club and move more players to high school, college hockey and beyond.”
Scott Casuccio, the complex’s developer, “I have formed a great relationship with George and the group and know how important it is to have this project completed on schedule for the kids. I look forward to a long and beneficial relationship “.
Tryouts begin April 12. Click the Tryout tab for details on our Junior program. Youth tryouts begin April 13. More details to follow soon.
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The cross ice fun is on…click on the link UPDATED SCHEDULES
3 on 3 League: Details and sign-ups here
…………………………………………………………………………………….A fitting tribute
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In the 36th game of the year, a day after suffering their worst defeat of the season, 16 boys and three coaches took part in something very special… something much more than just another Sunday morning hockey game. As they gathered in blue rink locker room #4, the Pee Wee Gibbons team somberly dealt with the sad news of the unexpected death of Coach Gibby’s father the day before. While Coach Barr and Coach Ziegler placed black bands on each of the players’ left arms, Coach Gibby walked through the door, inspiring the team with his presence at such a difficult time. And in one of those rare storybook endings, the boys responded with their flat-out best effort of the season–a stunning and dramatic 3-2 victory over the Toms River Blackhawks. Indeed, it was no ordinary victory. This same Toms River team had already beaten the Titans twice during the season and had won the Thanksgiving tournament in Delaware where our guys had also participated. Add to that, they are a team bound for the playoffs in the NJYHL.
But for this Sunday morning, the game belonged to the NJ Jr. Titans. They played together as a team and as befitting for Valentine’s Day, every team member played his heart out. They checked, they passed the puck, they played defense, and they scored. They killed off five penalties, including a four-minute power play for the Blackhawks and a minute and four seconds of a 5-on-3 advantage in the third period. And they held on for the last minute of the game when Toms River pulled their goalie for a 6-on-5 skating advantage. On a day where there were 16 heroes, none stood taller than goalie #30 Brian H., who made 16 saves, many of them spectacular, but none more than the 4-on-0 breakaway stuff with two minutes left in the game. Leading the charge offensively was #84 Patrick Q. who scored twice, once assisted by #45 Noah Z. and unassisted on the game-winning tally. Defenseman #9 Chris P. netted the other Titan goal on a screen shot from the left point.
There are rare moments in sports when sometimes the event transcends the game. The Pee Wee Gibbons team experienced one of those moments on Sunday. Rest in peace James Gibbons.
Dynamic Skating Clinics return this spring more
Slap Shot Gift Auction and Dinner Great Success more
…………………………………………JR B All Stars Shine at Met North All Star Game
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All Star coach Deplama and four of his All-Stars at Iorio
Jeff Holbrook (G), Tony Valentino, Kenny Yasenchock, and Bobby Deatrick. Timmy Higgins was selected as an alternate for the team.
Jr. Titan Alumni Selected for Jr. A All Stars
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Five Junior Titans Player’s Selected to MJHL All Stars
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The Junior Titans are pleased to announce the following players from this year’s squad have been selected to participate in the Metropolitan Junior Hockey League’s All Star Game (MJHL). The game is scheduled to be played Sun. Jan. 31, 2010 at Iorio Arena in Walpole MA.
#33 Jeff Holbrook (G)—This is Jeff’s second season with the Jr. Titans. He was named an Asst. Captain by Coach DePalma this year. He is a senior in High School and lives in Allentown, NJ. Jeff stands at 6’3” and 160 lbs. Jeff has logged 1092 minutes played so far this season stopping 602 of 650 shots for a .909% save percentage.
# 15 Tony Valentino (F)-This is Tony’s first season with the Junior Titans. Tony was selected to the team as a defensemen but also plays center and wing. Tony lives in Colts Neck, NJ and graduated last year from Red Bank Catholic High School. Tony is 6’2” and weighs in at 170 lbs. Tony has 7 goals, 16 assists in 27 games for 23 points.
#13 Bobby Deatrick (F)-Bobby has been with the Junior Titans for several years and on the Junior team for the last 2 seasons. Bobby was also named an Asst. Captain by Coach DePalma this year. He is 5’11” and weighs 170lbs. Bobby is a senior at Christian Brothers Academy and lives in Brielle, NJ. Bob has played 25 games thus far and has 12 goals, 17 assists for 29 points.
#17 Kenny Yasenchock-Kenny has played for the Junior Titans for the last 2 seasons. He lives in Little Egg Harbor, NJ and attends Ocean County College. Kenny is 5’10” and 170 lbs. In 21 games played so far this season, Kenny has 17 goals, 13 assists and 30 points.
#41 Timmy Higgins (F)—is selected as an alternate for the All Star Team. This is Timmy’s 2nd season with the Junior team and is the team Captain. Timmy attends Brookdale Community College and lives in Avon-by-the-Sea, NJ. Timmy stands at 6’1” and 180 lbs. With 23 games played he has 8 goals and 7 assists for 15 points.
Coach DePalma has also been selected to the coaching staff again this year. This is Dustin’s 5th season as Head Coach of the Junior Titans and his 4th serving on the staff for the MJHL All Star game.
Congratulations to all! Make us Proud!
Summer Tournament Teams
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Indicate your interest today.
Summer tournament teams can be great fun, a chance to play against new competition and sometimes for older players, a chance to get exposure. There are opportunities for players at all levels Juniors-Mites. Each tournament team works a little differently in terms of team selection. Some will be comprised of all Jr. Titan players while others will select players from the entire area. Some are invitation only while others will have openings for interested players. To give us an idea as to which of our members are interested in being considered for any of these tournaments, click here for the full story.
Tim Higgins featured in USA Junior Hockey Magazine by Steve Stein for the November 2009 edition New Jersey Junior Titans team captain Tim Higgins has been given his marching orders by head coach Dustin DePalma. “Coach wants me to be tough on the team, to make sure our practices are more physical and harder than our games,” Higgins said. “After all, you play the way you practice.” The 6-foot, 175-pound left wing grinder has gladly accepted the leadership role. He’s never been a captain – or assistant captain – in his hockey career, but he’s always wanted to wear a “C” or “A” on his sweater. “The best way to be a leader,” he said, “is to work hard.” DePalma is confident that Higgins, 19, can handle the captain’s duties. “Tim epitomizes what our program is all about,” DePalma said. “He has many good qualities.” This is Higgins’ second year with the Junior Titans. He helped the team earn a berth in the Junior B national tournament last season. Higgins said he decided to play junior hockey after a four-year career at Manasquan (N.J.) High School because he thought it would be the best path to his ultimate goal of playing college hockey. “When I graduated from high school, I didn’t know if I was ready for college hockey,” he said. “I am now.” This will be Higgins’ final season with the Junior B level Junior Titans. If he doesn’t play in college next year, Higgins said, he’d like to play Junior A hockey. Higgins is taking classes at Brookdale Community College in Lincroft, N.J., focusing on criminal justice, while he plays for the Junior Titans.
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………………………………………….Advanced Continues their Partnership with the Titans
Last modified on 2009-09-02 01:23:43 GMT . .
Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy would like to take this opportunity to announce our continued partnership with New Jersey Jr. Titans. We are excited to be the official Athletic Training and Physical Therapy Providers for the Jr. Titans. This marks the 2nd year we have been working with the Junior B team and the MET league covering their home games. We briefly wanted to again explain our roles and affiliation with the Jr. Titans.
Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy has been providing athletic training, physical therapy and sports rehabilitation to the Jersey Shore area for the past 10 years. We currently have 2 convenient locations, one in Manasquan (10 minutes from the Wall Sports Arena), and another office in Jackson. Our therapists are Dual Credentialed as Physical Therapists and Certified Athletic Trainers, who have had advanced training and years of experience in sports rehabilitation, in the high school, college and professional level. We pride ourselves in rehabilitating injuries quickly and efficiently, and getting the athletes back on the ice, as soon it is safe.
We provide individualized care to each patient and athlete, and the patient will see the same physical therapist throughout the course of treatment. We provide constant communication to the referring physician, as well as your coach and parents, so everyone understands the patient’s plan of treatment and plan for return to sport.
We offer extended hours at our facilities to allow for greater convenience (open until 8:00 PM 3 days a week). We strive to accommodate patients and often are able to get the patient in for an evaluation the same day or within 24 hours. We also accept most major insurances.
If you or a family member is injured, you can contact Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy at 732-528-3850 to set up an appointment at our Manasquan office, or 732-928-8071 for our Jackson office, and make sure to mention you are associated with the Jr. Titans.
Thank you for your time and we look forward to working with you.
Anthony Marsala, PT ATC, CSCS
Advanced Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy
2 Convenient locations at:
100 W. Veterans Highway, Jackson NJ. Phone # (732) 928-8071
2444 Route 34, Manasquan, NJ/ Phone # (732) 528-3850
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Click here to see the 2009-2010 Junior Game Schedule and Club Practice Schedule
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Titans cover story in USA Junior Hockey Magazine
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The Junior program has gotten some great press:
go to: http://juniorhockeymagazine.com/publication/index.php?i=&m=6576&l=1&p=3
to read the great writeup on the team, its history, philosophy and its recent success with player placements.
College Hockey Directory
Last modified on 2009-06-14 14:33:48 GMT . .
The Junior Titans and CollegeHockeyDirectory.com have teamed up to assist our players with finding the right college hockey program for each individual.
The CollegeHockeyDirectory.com website allows players to research and identify schools and hockey programs that may interest them. Members will have access to every NCAA, ACHA and NJCAA hockey school in the country and will be able to research the information for each school, such as:
• Level
• Division (NCAA, ACHA, NJCAA)
• Gender
• Scholarships
• Majors
• Costs
• SAT/ACT Score
• And much, much more
The players will also have access to email, phone numbers and biographies of every head coach and assistant coach in the country. This list will also grant them the ability to email the coaches directly from the site.
Every membership will also come with an updated monthly Newsletter that contains articles about the college selection process and resources for hockey players.
To sign up for your membership or for more information:
CollegeHockeyDirectory.com
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