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SAINT IGNATIUS HOCKEYMEDIA GUIDE2019-2020 Saint Ignatius Hockey “Brothers for Life”FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: @SIHSH0CKEYInstagram: @saintignatiushockey
TABLE OF CONTENTS1Table of Contents2Saint Ignatius Hockey . By the Numbers3Record versus Select Opponents4Athletic Mission, Motto, Credits5Saint Ignatius at a Glance, Coaching Staff6-10Meet the Coaches112019-20 Schedule12-17Meet the Opponents18Season Results 2018-1919Alphabetical and Numerical Rosters20-42Meet the Wildcats43-45Meet the Managers46-492019 State Championship article50-52Aidan Spellacy’s Journey53-562019-20 Season Preview57Alma Mater1
SAINT IGNATIUS HOCKEY . BY THE NUMBERS7OHSAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS6-0-1STATE CHAMPIONSHIP GAME RECORD10FROZEN FOUR APPEARANCES13-3-1FROZEN FOUR RECORD7LEAGUE TITLES9REGULAR SEASON LEAGUE TITLES27-9-12018-19 RECORD4CONSECUTIVE STATE TITLES#1RANKED OHIO HS HOCKEY TEAM (MHR)2
RECORD SINCE 2010-11 VERSUSSELECT NORTHEAST OHIO 08-0-04-1-011285.4%3vs. Saint Edwardvs. Gilmour Academyvs. University Schoolvs. Walsh Jesuitvs. Padua Franciscanvs. Lake Catholicvs. Holy Namevs. Shaker Heightsvs. Rocky RiverCOMBINED WINSWIN PERCENTAGE
SAINT IGNATIUS ATHLETICS MISSIONJust as Saint Ignatius students are called to honor God with their academic work, Wildcatstudent-athletes are challenged to honor God with their practice and play. The virtues they honewhile competing are meant to be employed in their daily lives. The first four letters of the Jesuitmotto, "Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam" (Latin: For the Greater Glory of God), adorn team uniformsas a reminder of the ultimate goal of Saint Ignatius athletics. Team prayer, sports chaplainsessions, and regular Mass attendance also serve to reinforce the connection between sport atSaint Ignatius and the Faith. As a whole, athletics provide an opportunity for young men tocome to know God and discern an answer to the question, "What does God want from me?"SAINT IGNATIUS HOCKEY -338-2-129-7-230-9-127-9-1Humble & HungryBand of BrothersLabor Omnia VincitPrepare for GloryDo What You Do BestSemper FidelisWhatever It TakesW & L - The Only Stats That MatterFocus & FinishThe BrotherhoodUnionStrength & HonorWhat We Do in Life Echoes in EternityRefuse to LoseFamilyCREDITSThe 2019-20 Saint Ignatius hockey media guide was created by Jack O’Rourke ‘20 witheditorial help from Pat O’Rourke ‘90. All records related to Saint Ignatius hockey have been keptby Pat O’Rourke. All-time records versus opponents are from shutout.com. Team ratings, aswell as other data relating to opponents, have been taken from myhockeyrankings.com or schooland team websites. All pictures in “Meet the Wildcats” were taken from eliteprospects.com.4
SAINT IGNATIUS AT A Arena pal:Athletic Director:Contact info:Assistant AD:Contact info:Admin. Assistant:Contact info:Cleveland, Ohio (44113)1886WildcatsBlue & Gold1450John M. Coyne Recreation Center (2,500)OHSAAIndependentFr. Raymond Guiao ‘82Mr. Daniel Bradesca ‘88Mr. Rory Fitzpatrick ‘[email protected]. Brad [email protected]. Jennifer [email protected] STAFFHead Coach:Alma Mater:Years in Program:Pat O’Rourke ‘90Miami University (Ohio)23General Manager:Alma Mater:Years in Program:Rob GramcSiena Heights University9Assistant Coach:Alma Mater:Years in Program:Brian Holz ‘07Ohio State University6Assistant Coach:Alma Mater:Years in Program:Bryan SchoenholzUniversity of Dayton11Assistant Coach:Alma Mater:Years in Program:Joe GeitherCleveland State University10Goalie Coach:Alma Mater:Years in Program:Ed Zdolshek ‘09Nazareth College1Chaplain:Alma Mater:Years in Program:Jim Brennan ‘83University of Notre Dame45
MEET THE COACHESMr. Pat O’Rourke ‘90, Head Coach 23rd year in programTHE O’ROURKE FILEHometown:High School:Colleges:Cleveland, OhioSaint IgnatiusMiami University (Undergraduate)John Carroll University (Graduate School)Degrees:B.S. in Education; B.A. in Classical Humanities; M.A. in HumanitiesCurrent job:Admissions Director at Saint Ignatius High SchoolWife:Mrs. Lisa O’RourkeKids:Jack (17), Bobby (13), Paddy (11)Fun Fact:Enjoys playing the drums and doing crossword puzzlesFavorite song:“Comfortably Numb”Favorite band:Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, Pearl JamFavorite professional sports team:Cleveland IndiansFavorite home cooked meal:Spaghetti and MeatballsFavorite restaurant:Any steak jointFavorite professional athlete:Nick ChubbFavorite pro hockey players:Duncan Keith (D), Alexander Ovechkin (F)Memories Coaching at SIHS:- I love being on the road with the guys, playing cards with my assistant coaches, and just having fun on thebusHobbies:- I enjoy playing catch with my 3 sons in the front yardCoaching Accomplishments:- We’ve had some nice success on the ice recently, but honestly every team is special in its own way whetherthey win states or not. When you do this long enough, you realize more and more it’s about the people both the players and the coaches. We have been blessed to have many great families in our program andthat makes this all worthwhile.6
Mr. Rob Gramc, Assistant Coach 9th year on staffTHE GRAMC FILEHometown:Cleveland, OhioHigh School:Gilmour Academy, Lake Catholic High SchoolCollege:Siena Heights UniversityDegree:Sports ManagementCurrent job:Shamrock Hose and FittingsWife:Mrs. Jessica GramcKids:Mackenzie (5), Hudson (4), Olivia (1)Memories Coaching at SIHS:- Being part of two outdoor games, 2012 at Progressive Field versus Saint Edward& 2015 at 5/3 Field in Toledo versus Saint John- 2015-16 State Frozen Four: Toledo St. Francis “David vs. Goliath” upset- 2016-17 State Frozen Four: 3OT versus University School- 2017-18 State Frozen Four: 2OT versus Toledo St. Francis- 2018-19 State Frozen Four: First-ever 4-peatHobbies:- Spending time with family- Taking the kids to hockey and soccer practices and games- Cleveland sports and Notre Dame footballCoaching Accomplishments:- Two-time Baron Cup champion assistant coach- Four-time Cleveland Cup champion assistant coach- Five-time OHSAA D-I State Champion assistant coachFormer Saint Ignatius player Zak Zaremba enjoyed a nice career at Division 1 Army7
Mr. Brian Holz ‘07, Assistant Coach 6th year as assistant coachTHE HOLZ FILEHometown:High School:College:Current job:Hobbies:Fun Fact:Broadview Heights, OhioSaint Ignatius High SchoolThe Ohio State University (Undergraduate)University of Notre Dame (Graduate MBA Program)Financial Due Diligence Manager - PwC Deals PracticeGolf, travelling, Cleveland Sports fanCoach Holz has worn the same blazer for every playoff game in the past threeseasons, and only wears it for the playoffs.Memories Coaching at SIHS:- Coaching in my first district final game during the 2016-17 season and winning my first state championshipthat same year- Time spent with coaches and players during practices and road trips- OT state championship victory versus St. Francis 5-4 2OT in 2017-18Coaching Accomplishments:- 3 time OHSAA D-I State Champion assistant coach- Coached the Wildcats defensemen in 2018-19; his defense allowed only four goals in six playoff games- Before heading off to Graduate School, coached junior varsity as an assistant, where he won a JV statechampionshipMr. Joe Geither, Assistant Coach 10th year as assistant coachTHE GEITHER FILEHometown:Lakewood, OhioHigh School:Parma Senior High School (played on Parma Midget Travel)College:Cleveland State (played two years of club hockey)Degree:Bachelor of Chemical Engineering & Juris DoctorateCurrent job:Senior Project Manager at ABBWife:Mrs. Kathy GeitherKids:Adam ‘09, Liam ’12, Matty ‘15, ClareMemories Coaching at SIHS:- Liam’s 108-point senior season- Matty’s two third-period goals en route to winning the inaugural Cleveland Cup- Coaching two of his sons at SIHS, and winning a state title with bothCoaching Accomplishments:- President and coach for 12 years for the WHA (Winterhurst Hockey Association)- 2000-2002 assistant coach of Lakewood High School- 5 years as head coach of Lakewood Club Hockey, 2-time “Jock Callander Cup” Champions (league title)- 5-time OHSAA D-I State Champion assistant coach8
Mr. Bryan Schoenholz, Assistant Coach 11th year as assistant coachTHE SCHOENHOLZ FILEHigh School:Padua FranciscanCollege:University of DaytonDegree:Bachelor of Science in Electrical EngineeringCurrent job:Research Engineer at NASAWife:Mrs. Megan SchoenholzKids:Jacob, Luke, KatieMemories Coaching at SIHS:- Predicted Liam Geither’s two goals in 2010 District Final- All the times and memories with the coachesCoaching Accomplishments:- 6-time OHSAA D-I State Champion assistant coachHobbies:- Baseball fan, watching his children growMr. Jim Brennan ‘85, Chaplain 4th year as chaplainTHE BRENNAN FILEHometown:StrongsvilleHigh School:St Ignatius (1985)College:University of Notre Dame (1989), John Carroll (Master's Degree) (1994)Degree:BA--Theology and History; MA Religious StudiesCurrent job:Theology Teacher, Director of UK/Irish Studies, Soccer Coach, Hockey ChaplainWife:Kristin (28 years)Kids:Kathleen (26), Anne (24), Danny (18)Coaching Accomplishments:- Mr. Brennan, being the humble man he is, will not recognize his own coaching accomplishments so wewill. Brennan has coached the JV A Soccer team to countless undefeated seasons and huge wins overrivals. Congratulations on this season’s undefeated JV A team, part of an undefeated season by the entiresoccer program.Hobbies:- Reading, playing the bagpipes9
Mr. Ed Zdolshek ‘09, Goalie Coach 1st year as goalie coachTHE ZDOLSHEK FILEHometown:Parma, OhioHigh School:Saint IgnatiusCollege:Nazareth College ‘16Degree:Bachelor of Science in Finance, Bachelor of Arts in HistoryCurrent job:Wealth Manager with Cetera Advisor NetworksMemories Coaching at SIHS:- Memories coaching Ignatius: It’s my first year coaching at Ignatius. But some of my memories playingwould be winning the league and getting back into the Red North. Also, not the best memory but I have tomention the 7 OT district final. I know we came up short but I think that hunger for all returnees, who arestill some of my close friends today, helped bring home Coach O’Rourke’s first state title the followingyear.Coaching/Playing at SIHS and beyond:- After high school, I played junior hockey for two years for the Ottawa Jr. Senators in the CCHL. I thenplayed 4 years at Nazareth College in the NCAA. I finished playing after various stops in the minor leagueswith the Rochester Americans AHL (Buffalo affiliate), Manchester Monarchs ECHL (LA affiliate), andWatertown Wolves FHL.- My coaching experiences thus far include head or assistant coaching roles for the Parma Flyers andCleveland Barons. I also work as a goaltending instructor for Ohio Hockey Project, Conway Goaltendingand privately with goalies in the area. Additionally I scout for the Ottawa Jr. Senators in the CCHLcovering primarily the Midwest US and Southern Ontario.Hobbies:- Golf, cooking, going to Cleveland sporting events10
2019-2020 SAINT IGNATIUS HOCKEY 30 PM2:20 PMDublin Jerome (Scrimmage)Olentangy Liberty (Scrimmage)WoosterWooster11/23/1911/24/197:00 PM11:00 AM18U AAA Pittsburgh Predators (PA)18U AAA Pittsburgh Predators (PA)BrooklynBrooklyn11/29/1911/30/1911/30/195:00 PM11:00 AM5:00 PMU of Detroit Jesuit (MI)Grand Rapids Catholic Central (MI)Orchard Lake St. Mary’s (MI)OLSM, MIOLSM, MIOLSM, MI12/7/1912/8/198:00 PM11:00 AM18U AAA Pittsburgh Predators (PA)18U AAA Pittsburgh Predators (PA)Ice Castle, PAIce Castle, PA12/11/194:30 PMGilmour Academy Varsity “A”Gilmour12/20-22/19TBDSaint Ignatius Fr. Welsh ShowcaseTeams: New Trier “Green” (IL), Marquette (WI),Pittsburgh Icemen AABrooklyn12/28/1912/29/194:45 PM1:45 PMSt. EdwardUniversity SchoolBrooklynBrooklyn1/3/201/4/204:30 PM8:00 AMA21 Academy Prep (ONT)A21 Academy Prep (ONT)Yost Arena, MIYost Arena, MI1/18/201/18/20TBD4:45 PM18U AA Pittsburgh Predators (PA)18U AA Pittsburgh Predators (PA)TBDBrooklyn1/24-26/20TBDSaint Ignatius Fr. Styles ShowcaseBrooklynTeams: Loyola Academy (IL), Hartland (MI), Salem (MI),North Broward Prep (FL), Livonia Stevenson (MI), Gilmour (OH)1/31/202/1/205:00 PM3:00 PMDetroit Central Catholic (MI)Brother Rice (MI)Oak Park, MIMunn Arena, MI2/7-9/20TBDMIHL ShowcaseTeams: 38 from Michigan, 2 from Wisconsin, 1 from Ohio,Trenton, MI2/14/202/15/207:00 PM11:00 AMToledo St. FrancisToledo St. JohnToledo, OHToledo, OHOHSAA District TournamentOHSAA Frozen FourBrooklynNationwide Arena2/24/20-3/8/203/14-16/2011
MEET THE OPPONENTSDUBLIN JEROME CELTICSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Dublin, OhioOhio High School Athletic AssociationCapital Hockey Conference91.3137-4-0#2, OHSAA0-2-03/9/18Saint Ignatius 6, Dublin Jerome 13/9/19Saint Ignatius 7, Dublin Jerome 2OLENTANGY LIBERTY PATRIOTSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Powell, OhioOhio High School Athletic AssociationCapital Hockey Conference89.3423-13-2#8, OHSAA0-6-112/5/09Saint Ignatius 5, Olentangy Liberty 312/16/17Saint Ignatius 5, Olentangy Liberty 1Location:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Shannon, PennsylvaniaPittsburgh Amateur Predators Hockey AssociationIndependent USA Midget 18U Tier I94.9523-17-5#64, USA Midget 18U Tier I3-3-011/18/17Pittsburgh Predators 5, Saint Ignatius 212/30/18Pittsburgh Predators 7, Saint Ignatius 2PITTSBURGH PREDATORS U18 AAAUNIVERSITY OF DETROIT JESUIT CUBSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:12Detroit, MichiganMichigan High School Athletic AssociationMichigan Interscholastic Hockey League93.0219-9-1#10, MHSAA0-1-02/2/19Saint Ignatius 6, U of D Jesuit 22/2/19Saint Ignatius 6, U of D Jesuit 2
GRAND RAPIDS CATHOLIC CENTRAL COUGARSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:Grand Rapids, MichiganMichigan High School Athletic AssociationOK Rue90.4715-11-1#34, MHSAA0-0ORCHARD LAKE ST. MARY EAGLETSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Orchard Lake Village, MichiganMichigan High School Athletic AssociationMichigan Interscholastic Hockey League92.7813-15-0#12, MHSAA1-1-12/4/17OLSM 5, Saint Ignatius 4 (SO)1/25/19Saint Ignatius 2, OLSM 1GILMOUR ACADEMY VARSITY “A” LANCERSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Gates Mills, OhioOhio High School Athletic AssociationGreat Lakes Hockey League90.7030-6-1#3, OHSAA7-23-112/20/01Gilmour 2, Saint Ignatius 1 (OT)1/22/17Saint Ignatius 6, Gilmour 0NEW TRIER “GREEN” TREVIANSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:13Winnetka, IllinoisIllinois High School AssociationIllinois High School Scholastic94.1655-7-1#1, IHSA1-1-012/26/15Saint Ignatius 6, New Trier 01/18/19New Trier 4, Saint Ignatius 2
MARQUETTE HILLTOPPERSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Milwaukee, WisconsinWisconsin Interscholastic Athletic AssociationClassic Eight91.2415-10-1#21, WIAA1-0-01/15/17Marquette 5, Saint Ignatius 41/15/17Marquette 5, Saint Ignatius 4A21 ACADEMY PREPLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Toronto, Ontario, CanadaCanada PrepPSHF 18U93.2133-32-5#40, Canada Prep1-31/3/19Saint Ignatius 2, A21 Academy 11/27/19A21 Academy 4, Saint Ignatius 2PITTSBURGH PREDATORS U18 AALocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:Shannon, PennsylvaniaPittsburgh Amateur Predators Hockey AssociationPAHL 18U Midget AA93.1128-6-1#18, USA Midget 18U Tier II0-0PITTSBURGH ICEMEN U18 AALocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:14Shannon, PennsylvaniaPittsburgh Amateur Predators Hockey AssociationPAHL 18U Midget AA93.1128-6-1#18, USA Midget 18U Tier II0-0
LOYOLA ACADEMY “GOLD” RAMBLERSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Wilmette, IllinoisIllinois High School AssociationIllinois High School Scholastic93.5148-13-0#2, IHSA0-1-112/28/17Saint Ignatius 5, Loyola 51/21/19Saint Ignatius 5, Loyola 3HARTLAND EAGLESLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Hartland, MichiganMichigan High School Athletic AssociationKLAA- Gold95.3627-4-0#2, MHSAA0-2-01/12/18Saint Ignatius 3, Hartland 112/7/18Saint Ignatius 2, Hartland 1SALEM ROCKSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Canton, MichiganMichigan High School Athletic AssociationKLAA- Black92.3415-14-0#14, MHSAA0-1-01/11/19Saint Ignatius 4, Salem 01/11/19Saint Ignatius 4, Salem 0NORTH BROWARD PREP EAGLESLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:15Coconut Creek, FloridaFlorida High School Athletic AssociationFSHL D189.7719-7-1#1, FHSAA0-0
LIVONIA STEVENSON SPARTANSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:Livonia, MichiganMichigan High School Athletic AssociationKLAA- Black94.3621-6-1#3, MHSAA0-0DETROIT CATHOLIC CENTRAL SHAMROCKSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Novi, MichiganMichigan High School Athletic AssociationMichigan Interscholastic Hockey League95.9229-1-1#1, MHSAA2-02/3/18DCC 6, Saint Ignatius 12/1/19DCC 6, Saint Ignatius 2BROTHER RICE WARRIORSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:Bloomfield Township, MichiganMichigan High School Athletic AssociationMichigan Interscholastic Hockey League93.8416-9-4#6, MHSAA0-0TOLEDO ST. FRANCIS de SALES KNIGHTSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:16Toledo, OhioOhio High School Athletic AssociationNHC- West88.068-22-1#19, OHSAA7-11-112/27/02Saint Ignatius 8, St. Francis 23/10/18Saint Ignatius 5, St. Francis 4 (2OT)
TOLEDO ST. JOHN TITANSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Toledo, OhioOhio High School Athletic AssociationNHC- Red88.5918-13-3#15, OHSAA12-17-311/25/00SJJ 2, Saint Ignatius 112/18/15Saint Ignatius 5, SJJ 0SAINT EDWARD EAGLESLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:Lakewood, OhioOhio High School Athletic AssociationGreat Lakes Hockey League90.4024-11-1#4, OHSAA25-30-011/26/00Saint Edward 5, Saint Ignatius 412/20/18Saint Ignatius 4, Saint Edward 1UNIVERSITY SCHOOL PREPPERSLocation:Association:Division:2018-19 MHR Rating:2018-19 record:2018-19 ranking:All time record vs. SIHS:First matchup:Last matchup:17Hunting Valley, OhioOhio High School Athletic AssociationGreat Lakes Hockey League89.7020-16-2#7, OHSAA18-22-312/9/00US 4, Saint Ignatius 13/11/17Saint Ignatius 4, US 3 (3 OT)
2018-19 SEASON RESULTSTeamPittsburgh Predators U18 AAA (PA)Pittsburgh Predators U18 AAA (PA)Pittsburgh Vengeance U18 AAA (PA)Pittsburgh Vengeance U18 AAA (PA)Hartland (MI)Brighton (MI)Shady Side Academy (PA)Shady Side Academy (PA)Saint EdwardPittsburgh Predators U18 AAA (PA)Pittsburgh Predators U18 AAA (PA)A21 Academy (ONT)A21 Academy (ONT)Salem (MI)Plymouth (MI)Novi (MI)New Trier “Green” (IL)St. Joseph’s Prep (PA)Loyola Montreal (QUE)Chicago Saint Ignatius (IL)Loyola Academy “Gold” (IL)Orchard Lake St. Mary’s (MI)A21 Academy (ONT)St. Michael’s College (ONT)A21 Academy (ONT)Detroit Catholic Central (MI)University of Detroit Jesuit (MI)College de Levis (QUE)Le Sommet Academy (ONT)Upper Canada College (ONT)Everest Academy (ONT)BrecksvilleMidviewOlmsted FallsHoly NameSylvania NorthviewDublin e4-21-37-27-22-14-3 -14-23-62-42-66-22-46-23-4 121-9-122-9-123-9-124-9-125-9-126-9-127-9-1Bold denotes state tournament or tournament championship game18Tournament/Noteplayed at Notre Dameplayed at Notre DameChicago Jesuit CupChicago Jesuit CupChicago Jesuit CupChicago Jesuit CupSIHS ShowcaseSIHS ShowcaseSIHS ShowcaseSIHS ShowcaseMIHL ShowcaseMIHL ShowcaseBarrow TourneyBarrow TourneyBarrow TourneyBarrow TourneyOHSAA Reg. FinalOHSAA District QFOHSAA District SFOHSAA District FinalOHSAA State SemisOHSAA State Final
Numerical 2019 Saint Ignatius Hockey NameCook, DannyGazdak, ClayConway, Aidan “A”Boehm, Michael “C”Sullivan, MattLangermeier, Greg “C”Zawadzki, OwenBilardo, Alex “A”Kurtz, Camden “A”Radke, ChristianGray, GordonGalauner, ErikTrobek, JTDiMarco, MattKlinge, NathanErbs, CharlieZawadzki, RoryFederle, RyceMillett, AidanMorford, JoeyWilson, ChuckieKovatch, ZakMcLaughlin, AidanMohr, ��10-1655’10-1805’11-185Experience2 letters3 letters3 letters3 letters2 letters4 letters1 letter3 letters3 letters1 letter1 letter2 letters1 letter1 letter1 letter3 letters3 letters1 letter3 letters1 letter1 letter3 letters1 letter1 letterGrade SchoolGesuAll Saints of John VianneyLakewood Catholic AcademySt. ChristopherGesuLee BurnesonSaint RaphaelHoly TrinitySaint RaphaelGesuRevere MiddleBrecksville-Broadview Hts.Brookfield MiddleSt. BarnabasSts. Joseph & JohnSt. Albert the GreatSaint RaphaelSaint RaphaelBay Village MiddleShaker HeightsCuyahoga HeightsWilletts MiddleSt. AnselmAvon MiddleAlphabetical 2019 Saint Ignatius Hockey 19NameBilardo, Alex “A”Boehm, Michael “C”Conway, Aidan “A”Cook, DannyDiMarco, MattErbs, CharlieFederle, RyceGalauner, ErikGazdak, ClayGray, GordonKlinge, NathanKovatch, ZakKurtz, Camden “A”Langermeier, Greg “C”McLaughlin, AidanMillett, AidanMohr, DawsonMorford, JoeyRadke, ChristianSullivan, MattTrobek, JTWilson, ChuckieZawadzki, OwenZawadzki, �10-1705’11-1706’2-175Experience3 letters4 letters3 letters2 letters1 letter3 letters1 letter2 letters3 letters1 letter1 letter2 letters3 letters4 letters1 letter3 letters1 letter1 letter1 letter2 letters1 letter1 letter1 letter3 lettersGrade SchoolHoly TrinitySt. ChristopherLakewood Catholic AcademyGesuSt. BarnabasSt. Albert the GreatSaint RaphaelBrecksville-Broadview Hts.All Saints of John VianneyRevere MiddleSts. Joseph & JohnWilletts MiddleSaint RaphaelLee BurnesonSt. AnselmBay Village MiddleAvon MiddleShaker HeightsGesuGesuBrookfield MiddleCuyahoga HeightsSaint RaphaelSaint Raphael
MEET THE WILDCATS#2Danny CookFORWARD5’10-140 LBS.SENIORSECOND YEAR LETTERMANDanny Cook made big strides to improve his game over the summer. Cook, a Shaker Heights native, grewup attending Gesu. Danny’s hockey career began for Cleveland Heights, and eventually Cook moved over to theCleveland Barons program. Danny is interested in majoring in business. Cook wishes to attend Ohio State, Miami,or Dayton. Danny’s parents are Mike and Joan. Danny has three older sisters whose names are Bridget, Margaret,and Maeve. In his free time, Cook enjoys golfing and fishing. Danny’s favorite NHL team is the Columbus BlueJackets. Cook chose Saint Ignatius for the academics and brotherhood that comes with the experience.As a freshman, Cook played for the Cleveland Wildcats 15U team. Cook recorded 25 points while playingin 51 games. Cook tipped in Ryce Federle’s shot from the point in a win versus the Saint Edward JV team.Cook became captain of the 15U as a sophomore. Cook recorded 38 points in 30 games for the Wildcats.Cook’s had 18 points for the Cleveland Wildcats 16U pre-season team as a junior. During the high schoolseason, Cook played in 27 games for the Ice Cats and tallied an even 9 goals and 9 assists.Cook’s outlook for his senior year is a positive one. Many have called Cook the most improved player andhis play in the Wildcats’ three scrimmages showed why. To start the season, Cook will center the white line withlinemates Christian Radke and Chuckie Wilson.Cook (left) forechecking at the Chicago Jesuit Cup.20
#3Clay GazdakDEFENSEMAN5’10-160 LBS.SENIORTHIRD YEAR LETTERMANThey don’t come as consistent as Clay Gazdak. Gazdak, a Mentor native, attended St. John Vianney forgrade school. Clay played his youth hockey for the Cleveland Jr. Lumberjacks. While Gazdak is also interested injunior hockey, he wishes to attend John Carroll to study Business Management. Clay’s parents are Andy and Lori,and he has two older siblings named Andrew and Brittany. Gazdak enjoys golfing, fishing, and boating. Clay’sfavorite professional sports teams are the Columbus Blue Jackets and his beloved Boston Celtics. Gazdak choseSaint Ignatius for the academics, his future, and for family.Gazdak played for the Cleveland Wildcats 15U during his freshman year. Clay converted from forward todefense during the season and became captain midway through the season. From the blue line Gazdak produced 22points.Clay made the Saint Ignatius Prep team as a sophomore, playing in 38 of the team’s games and recordingseven assists. Gazdak’s 38 games played was good for one of the teams’ highest totals.As a junior, Gazdak kept the same high level of play defensively and also boosted his point production.Gazdak recorded 16 points and had a two-goal game versus Chicago Saint Ignatius at the Chicago Jesuit Cup.Clay is primed for a great senior season. Gazdak has continued to grow as a defenseman since his freshmanyear transition. Gazdak has come into his own on the power play and his offensive game is still expanding in apositive direction as he joins the rush frequently.Gazdak (left) stopping on a dime and ready to make a play.21
#4Aidan ConwayDEFENSEMAN6’1-215 LBS.“A”JUNIOR THIRD YEAR LETTERMANAidan Conway embodies a Saint Ignatius defenseman. Conway is tall, strong, and physical- but alsotalented. Conway, a Lakewood native, attended Lakewood Catholic Academy. Aidan played his youth hockey forthe Cleveland Barons. Aidan is interested in junior hockey. Conway’s parents are Frank and Karen and he has ayounger sister named Bridget. Aidan also plays linebacker for the Saint Ignatius football team. Conway is a fan ofthe Columbus Blue Jackets. Aidan chose Saint Ignatius for the academics, athletics, and camaraderie.Conway was the lone freshman to make the Saint Ignatius hockey team in 2017-18. Aidan battled injuriesto play in 27 games. Conway produced 4 points and only found himself in the penalty box for four minutes.Conway’s constant development and defensive work continued as a sophomore. Aidan also upped hisoffensive work by providing 10 points. Conway also scored 4 goals, which matched his point total as a freshman.Aidan is only expected to improve as a junior. Conway has always played great defense and brought aphysical presence; as an upperclassman, his offensive production will continue to improve. Aidan was named analternate captain for the 2019-2020 season.Conway (left) in action at the USHL Combine.22
#5Michael BoehmDEFENSEMAN5’9-165 LBS.“C”SENIORFOURTH YEAR LETTERMANMichael Boehm will go down in legend in the Saint Ignatius hockey program. Boehm, a Rocky Rivernative, attended St. Christopher for grade school. Michael leads in virtually every career category for the SaintIgnatius lacrosse team and is committed as an attack to the University of Michigan. As a Wolverine, Boehm intendsto study business. Michael’s parents are Joe ‘80 and Patti. Boehm has two older siblings. His older brother Joey ‘05was a hockey captain and is currently an assistant coach for the lacrosse team. Michael also has an older sisternamed Brittany. Boehm enjoys golfing, jet skiing, and paddleboarding. Michael is a fan of Michigan athletics andthe Pittsburgh Penguins. Boehm chose Saint Ignatius for the culture, tradition, and athletics. Michael was selected asan All-American at attack for lacrosse.Boehm played for the Cleveland Wildcats 15U as a freshman. Michael had 54 points in 36 games beforeleaving for the Saint Ignatius Prep team later that year. Boehm provided 17 points in 17 games at forward for thePrep team, scoring key goals in the state semi-final and state final for the Wildcats.Michael played for the Cleveland Wildcats 16U in the pre-season. Boehm produced 49 points in 29 games.Boehm more than doubled his production for Saint Ignatius from the previous season as he had 39 points in 35games. Boehm scored a key goal agai
The 2019-20 Saint Ignatius hockey media guide was created by Jack O’Rourke ‘20 with editorial help from Pat O’Rourke ‘90. All records related to Saint Ignatius hockey have been kept by Pat O’Rourke. All-time record
