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December 20, 1991

December 20, 1991

The Hockey News has been providing the most comprehensive coverage of the world of hockey since 1947. In each issue, you'll find news, features and opinions about the NHL and leagues across North America and the world.

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James faces day in court

Swift Current Broncos’ coach-general manager Graham James will appear in a Moose Jaw court Jan. 7 to answer to two charges stemming from an incident during a game between the Broncos and the Moose Jaw Warriors. James allegedly struck a Warriors’ fan with a stick midway through the third period of a 6-2 road loss to the Warriors Nov. 30. The blow allegedly broke the man’s glasses and cut him. James was charged with assault using a weapon and assault causing bodily harm. James was also suspended 10 games by the Western League and is eligible to return Jan. 3. The Broncos were also ordered to post a $5,000 bond to ensure that he is not involved in any further incidents “which can be construed as detrimental to the Western Hockey League.” The…

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Revitalized Axemen locate winning potion

The Acadia Axemen are proving last year’s disappointing record was simply an aberration. The Axemen slipped to third in the Atlantic Universities Athletic Association’s Kelly Division last year with a 12-12-2 record and bowed out quietly in the playoffs. They had won three straight Kelly Division crowns from 1988-90. This year, Acadia (8-4-1) was tied with Dalhousie (7-3-3) for the division lead at the Christmas break. Acadia beat Dalhousie 3-2 Nov. 29 to end the first half on a positive note. “I think we’re one of the four strongest teams, along with Dalhousie, the UPEI Panthers and UNB Red Devils,” Acadia coach Tom Coolen said. “But I wouldn’t want to pick a favorite out of that group. It has the makings of a helluva battle.” Axemen center George Dupont (seven goals, 26 points) has…

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Sittler says ‘Yes’ to Wolverines

Central Collegiate Hockey Association schools were among the busiest in the nation during the NCAA’s early recruiting period. The nine current teams-plus independent Notre Dame, which joins the league in 1992-93—had 20 recruits signed for next season. Only State-which also joins next year-failed to recruit a player during the Nov. 13 to 20 period. Bowling Green led the recruiting parade, signing five players. Michigan, Western Michigan and Illinois-Chicago grabbed three players each. Michigan, though, got one of the most-prized high school recruits of the year in 17-year-old left winger Ryan Sittler from the Nichols School in Buffalo, N.Y. A potential first-round pick in next year’s NHL draft, the 6-foot-2, 195-pounder is the son of former NHL great Darryl Sittler. Illinois-Chicago pick Matt Brenner may be the late bloomer among the recruits who signed. The…

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PLAYER OF THE WEEK

When Justin Dixon comments about the lack of ice time he’s receiving, he’s not complaining, he’s just stating the way it is in La Ha Bra, California. The 11-year-old Newport Beach, Calif., native has maintained a deep love for hockey despite the limited resouces and lack of ice time available in this non-hockey area. Dixon played for the California Junior Kings as a first-year squirt division player last season and displayed fine ability along with tremendous sportsmanship. Dixon has travelled to Phoenix, Vancouver, Boston, Spokane and Calgary for tournaments. He’s in Grade 6 at Whittier Christian Elementary School. Dixon’s aspirations are to attend school and play hockey at Harvard University and represent the U.S. in the Olympics. The 5-foot-1,98 pounder comes from an enthusiastic hockey family. Dixon’s father, Paul, is president of the La Ha Bra,…