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  • 11 selected in WHL's U.S. Priority Draft

  • By Brian McDonough 12/08/2021, 10:15am PST
  • Eleven players with Los Angeles Jr. Kings ties were selected in this year’s WHL U.S. Priority Draft. A number of those chosen were members of the club's 2019 champion Quebec International Pee Wee Tournament team.
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  • 10U BB team raises over $1K for NAMI

  • By Brian McDonough 11/21/2021, 5:45pm PST
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ 10U BB team rallied recently to participate in a National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Orange County Walks Your Way fundraiser at Toyota Sports Performance Center (TSPC) and, collectively, raised an impressive $1,060 for NAMI.
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  • Karpman commits to University of Connecticut

  • By Brian McDonough 11/03/2021, 3:30pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Huston Karpman has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at the University of Connecticut following his junior career.
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  • Wolthers commits to Western Michigan

  • By Brian McDonough 10/22/2021, 10:45am PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Ethan Wolthers has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Western Michigan University following his junior career.
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  • Bocharov tabbed by NHL Central Scouting

  • By Brian McDonough 10/19/2021, 1:45pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Pasha Bocharov was recognized by NHL Central Scouting on its preliminary “Players to Watch” list for 2022 draft-eligibles.
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  • Weiermair, Buium invited to NTDP Evaluation Camp

  • By Brian McDonough 05/07/2021, 9:15am PDT
  • Two former Los Angeles Jr. Kings - forward Alex Weiermair and defenseman Zeev Buium - were among the top 49 American hockey players born in 2005 invited to this year’s USA Hockey National Team Development Program Evaluation Camp.
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  • Nicole Brown named club's Executive Director

  • By Brian McDonough 04/21/2021, 11:45am PDT
  • The LA Kings today named Nicole Brown as Executive Director of the LA Jr. Kings and LA Lions. The announcement was made in conjunction with American Sports Entertainment Company, the operators of Toyota Sports Performance Center in El Segundo where both youth hockey programs are based.
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  • 3 named to U.S. Under-18 World Championship roster

  • By Brian McDonough 04/15/2021, 10:00am PDT
  • Three former Los Angeles Jr. Kings - forward Andre Gasseau and defensemen Aidan Hreschuk and Ty Murchison – were named to the U.S. Under-18 Men's National Team that will compete at the upcoming 2021 IIHF Under-18 Men's World Championship.
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  • Wolf named WHL Goaltender of the Month

  • By Brian McDonough 04/02/2021, 11:15am PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Dustin Wolf was named WHL Goaltender of the Month for February/March after opening the season with a 4-1-0-0 record, including three shutouts.
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  • Wozniak decides on Lindenwood University

  • By Brian McDonough 03/25/2021, 1:30pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Jackson Wozniak has committed to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Lindenwood University following his junior career.
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  • Vieten commits to Niagara University

  • By Brian McDonough 03/24/2021, 3:30pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Drew Vieten has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Niagara University following his junior career.
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  • Wolf picks up first pro win with Stockton

  • By Brian McDonough 02/25/2021, 5:15pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. Kings goaltender Dustin Wolf earned his first career professional victory as a member of the AHL's Stockton Heat in its 4-2 triumph over the Toronto Marlies on Wednesday.
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  • 14U AAA squad captures Tier 1 Elite League title

  • By Brian McDonough 02/15/2021, 8:30pm PST
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ 14U AAA team celebrated this year’s Tier 1 Elite Hockey League championship in its division after its 5-4 overtime victory over the Colorado Thunderbirds in Monday's title game.
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  • Huard commits to University of New Hampshire

  • By Brian McDonough 02/01/2021, 4:00pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Colton Huard has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at the University of New Hampshire following his junior career.
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  • Jr. Kings mourn passing of John Plaga

  • By Brian McDonough 01/29/2021, 5:00pm PST
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings extend their deepest condolences to the family and friends of John Plaga, who passed away earlier this week after a courageous battle with cancer.
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  • Sholl signs AHL contract with Stars

  • By Brian McDonough 01/26/2021, 4:45pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Tomas Sholl, who began the season in Slovakia, has signed an AHL contract with the Texas Stars, the Dallas Stars’ top affiliate.
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  • 4 recognized by NHL Central Scouting

  • By Brian McDonough 01/22/2021, 5:00pm PST
  • Four former Los Angeles Jr. Kings - forward Andre Gasseau and defensemen Shai Buium, Aidan Hreschuk and Ty Murchison - were recognized by NHL Central Scouting on its January “Players to Watch” list for 2021 draft-eligibles.
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  • Sholl named USHL Goaltender of the Week

  • By Brian McDonough 01/14/2021, 12:15pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Mattias Sholl was named the USHL Goaltender of the Week for the week ending Jan. 10 after picking up two wins in three appearances.
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  • Sholl commits to Bemidji State

  • By Brian McDonough 01/13/2021, 9:15am PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Mattias Sholl has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Bemidji State University following his junior career.
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  • Vachon, LAJK/LA Lions head to new frontiers

  • By Brian McDonough 01/12/2021, 11:30am PST
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings/LA Lions have announced that Nick Vachon, the organization’s general manager of hockey operations, has resigned his position to spend more time with his family.
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  • U.S., 4 Jr. Kings grads strike gold at World Juniors

  • By Brian McDonough 01/05/2021, 8:45pm PST
  • Four players with Los Angeles Jr. Kings ties - Brendan Brisson, Dustin Wolf, Drew Helleson and Jackson LaCombe - celebrated gold medals as members of the 2021 U.S. National Junior Team after its 2-0 triumph over Canada in the World Junior Championship finale.
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  • Murchison decides on Arizona State

  • By Brian McDonough 12/29/2020, 7:00pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Ty Murchison has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Arizona State University following his junior career.
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  • 4 with Jr. Kings ties named to U.S. World Junior Team roster

  • By Brian McDonough 12/12/2020, 1:45pm PST
  • Four players with Los Angeles Jr. Kings ties - forward Brendan Brisson; defensemen Drew Helleson and Jackson LaCombe; and goaltender Dustin Wolf - were named to the 2021 U.S. National Junior Team that will compete in the upcoming IIHF World Junior Championship.
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  • DeCarlo commits to Air Force Academy

  • By Brian McDonough 11/30/2020, 9:30am PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Andrew DeCarlo has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at the United States Air Force Academy following his junior career.
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  • Sansbury decides on Sacred Heart

  • By Brian McDonough 11/18/2020, 8:15am PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Hunter Sansbury has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Sacred Heart University following his junior career.
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  • Gasseau commits to Boston College

  • By Brian McDonough 11/14/2020, 1:45pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Andre Gasseau has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Boston College following his junior career.
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  • 7 alums dot opening-night USHL rosters

  • By Brian McDonough 11/04/2020, 4:15pm PST
  • Seven former Los Angeles Jr. Kings are listed on opening-night rosters of USHL teams. The USHL, widely considered one of the premier junior leagues in North America, commences its 2020-21 season on Friday.
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  • 4 grads tabbed by NHL Central Scouting

  • By Brian McDonough 10/27/2020, 10:00am PDT
  • Four former Los Angeles Jr. Kings - forward Andre Gasseau and defensemen Shai Buium, Aidan Hreschuk and Ty Murchison - were recognized by NHL Central Scouting on its “Players to Watch” list for 2021 draft-eligibles.
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  • Ryan awarded Masterton Memorial Trophy

  • By Brian McDonough 09/07/2020, 5:00pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Bobby Ryan was named the recipient of this year’s Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, which is presented annually to the NHL player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship and dedication to hockey.
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  • Bowkus' Celebration of Life postponed

  • By Brian McDonough 08/22/2020, 3:00pm PDT
  • The Celebration of Life for longtime Los Angeles Jr. Kings coach Jack Bowkus, which was originally scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 23, at Tortugo Brewing Company in Inglewood, has been postponed until a later date.
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  • 7 with Jr. Kings ties selected in NAHL Draft

  • By Brian McDonough 07/21/2020, 4:30pm PDT
  • Seven players with Los Angeles Jr. Kings ties - Chris Alexander, Colton Huard, Nick Kent, Alexander Krause, Hunter Sansbury, Thomas Stift and Ethan Wolthers - were selected in this year’s NAHL Draft, which was conducted today.
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  • 3 selected in USPHL's NCDC Draft

  • By Brian McDonough 06/10/2020, 6:30pm PDT
  • Three former Los Angeles Jr. Kings - forward Gabe Shipper and defensemen Wyatt Allan and Bryan McLachlan - were selected in this year’s USPHL NCDC Draft, which was conducted today.
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  • Wolf named CHL Goaltender of the Year

  • By Brian McDonough 06/08/2020, 4:00pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King and Calgary Flames prospect Dustin Wolf, who finished a stellar campaign with the WHL's Everett Silvertips, was named the recipient of the CHL Goaltender of the Year Award for the 2019-20 season.
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  • Wolf named Dave Peterson Goaltender of the Year

  • By Brian McDonough 06/03/2020, 2:15pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King and Calgary Flames prospect Dustin Wolf has been named the recipient of the USA Hockey Dave Peterson Goaltender of the Year award, which is chosen each year from the pool of American-born goaltenders who played at the junior level.
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  • Wolf named WHL Goaltender of the Year

  • By Brian McDonough 05/19/2020, 11:00am PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King and Calgary Flames prospect Dustin Wolf was named the recipient of the Del Wilson Memorial Trophy as the WHL Goaltender of the Year as a member of the Everett Silvertips.
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  • Vieten twins selected in NAHL Supplemental Draft

  • By Brian McDonough 05/12/2020, 4:00pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. Kings David and Drew Vieten were selected in this year’s NAHL Supplemental Draft, which was conducted today. David was chosen by the Kenai River Brown Bears, while Drew went to the Wichita Falls Warriors.
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  • 4 chosen in Phase II of USHL Draft

  • By Brian McDonough 05/05/2020, 4:15pm PDT
  • Four players with Los Angeles Jr. Kings ties - Jordy Brisson, Sam Deckhut, Huston Karpman and Mattias Sholl - were selected in Phase II of this year’s USHL Draft, which was conducted today.
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  • Yu selected in Phase I of USHL Draft

  • By Brian McDonough 05/04/2020, 3:30pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Anthony Yu was selected in Phase I of this year’s USHL Draft, which was conducted today. The proceedings were reserved for 2004 birth-year players.
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  • Wolf signs NHL contract with Calgary

  • By Brian McDonough 05/01/2020, 10:45am PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King and WHL standout Dustin Wolf has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Calgary Flames - the team that selected the goaltender in the 2019 NHL Entry Draft.
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  • Jr. Kings mourn passing of Igor Nikulin

  • By Brian McDonough 04/27/2020, 5:30pm PDT
  • Longtime California youth hockey coach Igor Nikulin, who most recently coached in the Los Angeles Jr. Kings program, passed away on Monday after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.
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  • Brisson named USHL's Rookie of the Year

  • By Brian McDonough 04/24/2020, 5:15pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King and NHL draft prospect Brendan Brisson was named the United States Hockey League’s (USHL) Rookie of the Year for the 2019-20 season after connecting for 59 points (24 goals) with the Chicago Steel.
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  • Brisson named to All-USHL First Team

  • By Brian McDonough 04/23/2020, 2:15pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King and NHL draft prospect Brendan Brisson was named to the All- USHL First Team for the 2019-20 season after striking for 24 goals for 59 points in 45 games with the Chicago Steel.
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  • Greenberg selected in WHL Bantam Draft

  • By Brian McDonough 04/22/2020, 4:00pm PDT
  • Lenny Greenberg, who skated on the Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ state and Pacific District champion 14U AAA team this past season, was selected by the Kamloops Blazers in this year’s WHL Bantam Draft.
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  • Bowkus remembered as a legendary leader

  • By Brian McDonough 04/17/2020, 3:30pm PDT
  • Longtime Los Angeles Jr. Kings coach Jack Bowkus, who passed away last month after a courageous battle with cancer, proved monumental helping shape California’s youth hockey landscape into what it is today.
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  • Sholl named ECHL Goaltender of the Year

  • By Brian McDonough 04/09/2020, 2:15pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Tomas Sholl was named the ECHL Goaltender of the Year for the 2019-20 season after leading the entire league with 28 wins, along with an ECHL-best 2.14 goals-against average, with the Idaho Steelheads.
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  • Brisson tabbed on NHL Central Scouting's final rankings

  • By Brian McDonough 04/08/2020, 3:45pm PDT
  • NHL Central Scouting recognized former Los Angeles Jr. King Brendan Brisson on its final rankings of 2020 draft-eligibles, which were released today. He’s listed No. 20 among North American skaters as a potential first-round selection.
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  • Sholl named to All-ECHL First Team

  • By Brian McDonough 04/03/2020, 2:45pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Tomas Sholl was named to the All-ECHL First Team for the 2019-20 season. A goaltender for the Idaho Steelheads, he led the entire league with 28 wins along with an ECHL-best 2.14 goals-against average.
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  • Sholl named to All-NAHL Second Team

  • By Brian McDonough 04/02/2020, 2:15pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Mattias Sholl was named to the All-NAHL Second Team for the 2019-20 season. Yesterday, he was recognized as the league's Midwest Division Most Valuable Player among other honors.
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  • Sholl named NAHL's Midwest Division MVP

  • By Brian McDonough 04/01/2020, 3:15pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Mattias Sholl was recognized as the NAHL Midwest Division Most Valuable Player for the 2019-20 season. Another alum, Aidan Metcalfe, was named to the NAHL's South Division All-Rookie Team.
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  • Jr. Kings mourn passing of Jack Bowkus

  • By Brian McDonough 03/29/2020, 9:00am PDT
  • Longtime Los Angeles Jr. Kings coach Jack Bowkus passed away peacefully on Saturday at his home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with cancer.
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  • Bocharov signs with WHL's Blades

  • By Brian McDonough 03/26/2020, 3:45pm PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Pasha Bocharov has signed a WHL Standard Player Agreement with the Saskatoon Blades - the team that selected him in last year's Bantam Draft.
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  • TSPC remains closed indefinitely

  • By Jr. Kings Administrative 03/26/2020, 10:45am PDT
  • In consultation with Los Angeles County Health Officials and upon their guidance, Toyota Sports Performance Center in El Segundo, home of the Los Angeles Jr. Kings and LA Lions, remains closed indefinitely.
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  • 10 selected in WHL's U.S. Prospects Draft

  • By Brian McDonough 03/25/2020, 3:00pm PDT
  • Seven players who skated on the Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ 14U AAA team this past season, along with three former players, were selected in this year’s WHL U.S. Prospects Draft, which was conducted today.
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  • Alumni litter pro, college, junior rosters

  • By Brian McDonough 03/23/2020, 2:45pm PDT
  • From the professional ranks to the NCAA to junior hockey, the Los Angeles Jr. Kings were more than well represented on rosters worldwide during the 2019-20 season.
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  • Shane makes NCAA Division I commitment

  • By Brian McDonough 03/21/2020, 10:00am PDT
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Ian Shane has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Cornell University following his junior career.
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  • 7 teams ready for CAHA States, SCAHA semifinals

  • By Brian McDonough 03/11/2020, 5:45pm PDT
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings' 18U AA, 16U AA1 and 12U AA1 teams will vie for state titles this weekend, while the 14U A and B and 10U A1 and B teams will play for berths in Sunday's SCAHA Championships.
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  • 2 teams headed to Tier I nationals; 4 advance in SCAHA

  • By Brian McDonough 03/09/2020, 2:45pm PDT
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ 16U AAA and 14U AAA teams advanced to next month’s USA Hockey National Championships after winning last weekend’s Pacific District Championships, while the program’s 14U A and B and 10U A1 and B teams all punched their tickets to next weekend’s SCAHA semifinals.
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  • Sholl named ECHL Goaltender of the Month

  • By Brian McDonough 03/04/2020, 10:30am PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Tomas Sholl was named the ECHL Goaltender of the Month for February, marking the third time in his career and second time this season he’s earned the monthly honor.
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  • Wolf named WHL Goaltender of the Month

  • By Brian McDonough 03/02/2020, 4:30pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Dustin Wolf was named the Western Hockey League’s (WHL) Goaltender of the Month for February after posting a 9-1-0-0 record with the Everett Silvertips.
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  • 3 Jr. Kings teams advance to Tier II States

  • By Brian McDonough 03/02/2020, 3:45pm PST
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ 18U AA, 16U AA1 and 12U AA1 teams punched their tickets to this year's CAHA State Championships after advancing through Tier II Playdowns, which were contested last weekend in Simi Valley and Valencia.
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  • 13U AAA, 11U AAA teams capture Tier I state titles

  • By Brian McDonough 03/01/2020, 3:30pm PST
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ 13U AAA and 11U AAA teams both celebrated titles in their respective divisions at this year’s CAHA Tier I State Championships, which were showcased from Feb. 28-March 1 at LA Kings Icetown in Riverside.
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  • Guttman named NCHC Forward of the Week

  • By Brian McDonough 02/24/2020, 6:00pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Cole Guttman, a Tampa Bay Lightning draft pick, was named the NCHC Forward of the Week for the week ending Feb. 23 with the University of Denver.
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  • Sholl, Wolf earn weekly NAHL, WHL awards

  • By Brian McDonough 02/24/2020, 5:00pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. Kings goaltenders - and former teammates with the club - Mattias Sholl and Dustin Wolf both copped weekly awards in their respective junior leagues for the week ending Feb. 23.
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  • Haar makes NCAA Division I commitment

  • By Brian McDonough 02/20/2020, 12:15pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Cooper Haar has announced his commitment to attend and play his NCAA Division I hockey at Canisius College following his junior career.
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  • Registration open for Carmen Starr Classic

  • By Brian McDonough 02/19/2020, 11:15am PST
  • Registration is now open for the Los Angeles Jr. Kings-hosted Carmen Starr Memorial Day Classic, which will be showcased from May 22-25, 2020 at Toyota Sports Sports Center in El Segundo. The event is widely considered the premier spring tournament on the West Coast.
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  • Champions crowned at Presidents' Day Challenge

  • By Brian McDonough 02/18/2020, 4:15pm PST
  • Forty-one teams from Northern and Southern California, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado and Utah, as well as British Columbia, competed in this year’s Los Angeles Jr. Kings-hosted Presidents’ Day Challenge Tournament with champions crowned in seven divsions.
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  • Sholl picks up 4th ECHL weekly honor of the season

  • By Brian McDonough 02/11/2020, 4:00pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Tomas Sholl was named the ECHL Goaltender of the Week for the week ending Feb. 9 as a member of the Idaho Steelheads. It’s the fourth time this season - and seventh time in his career - he's received the weekly honor.
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  • Haar cops weekly NAHL honor

  • By Brian McDonough 02/10/2020, 3:30pm PST
  • Former Los Angeles Jr. King Cooper Haar was named the NAHL's Central Division Star of the Week for the week ending Feb. 9 after connecting for three goals and an assist with the Aberdeen Wings.
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  • Presidents' Day Challenge faces off Friday

  • By Brian McDonough 02/10/2020, 1:15pm PST
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings have announced the field and schedule for their upcoming Presidents’ Day Challenge Tournament, which will run from Feb. 14-17. Forty-one teams from five states, as well as British Columbia, will compete in seven divisions.
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  • 16U, 14U teams celebrate CAHA Tier I state titles

  • By Brian McDonough 02/09/2020, 5:30pm PST
  • The Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ 16U AAA and 14U AAA teams both punched their tickets to next month’s Pacific District Championships after celebrating CAHA State Championships in their respective divisions last weekend in San Jose.
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  • Deckhut, Schreifels, Kim make NCAA Division I plans

  • By Brian McDonough 01/31/2020, 3:15pm PST
  • Three former Los Angeles Jr. Kings - forwards Sam Deckhut and Henri Schreifels and defenseman Noah Kim - have announced their commitments to play NCAA Division I hockey following their junior and prep school careers.
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  • Sholl, Haar selected to NAHL Top Prospects Tournament

  • By Brian McDonough 01/30/2020, 7:00pm PST
  • Two former Los Angeles Jr. Kings - goaltender Mattias Sholl and forward - were selected to participate in this year's NAHL Top Prospects Tournament, which will be showcased from Feb. 17-18 in Massachusetts.
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  • High-level goaltender development continues

  • By Brian McDonough 01/30/2020, 9:00am PST
  • With Los Angeles Jr. Kings alumni continuing to dot the rosters of junior, college and professional teams across North America, goaltenders have been stealing a lot of the headlines lately.
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