Birthdays coming up this month are...
Austin Aldrich
Kyle Barber
Hunter Coleman
Andrew Driffill
Quinn Edwards
Patrick Fuesterer
Zachary Hagmaier
Teddy Hashimoto
Tyler Maugeri
ALexsander Mears
Kory Medeiros
Easton Miller
Robert Polon
Colby Rios
Jason Robertson
Luc Salem
Harout Sarkisian
Chad Skowron
John St Ivany
John Tesarek
Ian Uyeda
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| LA JR KINGS BANTAM A TEAM LOOKING FOR PLAYERS... |
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LA JR KINGS PW A2 TEAM LOOKING FOR PLAYERS...
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| LA JR KINGS PW A TEAM LOOKING FOR GOALIES... |
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| CONGRATULATIONS MITCH CALLAHAN - DETROIT RED WINGS... |
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 Former Jr. King Mitchell Callahan has been drafted by arguably one of the most storied franchises in the NHL.
The Detroit Red Wings selected Callahan with their 6th pick and 180th overall. The 1991 born Callahan still just 17 will be reporting to the Wings prospect camp next week. Callahan who played bantam and midget with the Jr. Kings currently plays with the Kelowna Rockets of the WHL and is the son of Jr. Kings Bantam AAA Head Coach Mike Callahan.
“I am so proud of Mitch, I have literally watched him grow up and now drafted into the NHL. He is an inspiration to all kids who have been told they won't ever make it, he was always overlooked for select teams throughout his youth hockey but continued to maintain his determination to prove himself and today he has fulfilled one of his dreams through hard work” said close friend and Toyota Sports Center GM Brad Sholl.
The Jr. Kings are very proud and congratulate the Callahan family. |
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| ELITE LEAGUE RETURNS TO TOYOTA SPORTS CENTER.... |
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The Toyota Sports Center is proud to announce the return of its popular Youth Elite League. Team Registrations are being accepted starting June 1st. A total of 7 games all played at the Toyota Sports Center. Coaches this is a great way to have your newly formed 2009-2010 season teams play games before the SCAHA / CAHA season starts in September. Discount to clubs enrolling multiple teams.
For more information click here.....
or contact the Toyota Sports Center Youth Hockey Director at 310-535-4402 |
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| LAJK Tryout times and new information.... |
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Please note the following changes and additions to our tryout lineup....
2 new additional tryout times have been added for BANTAM AAA TIER I....
A tryout time has now been posted for our BANTAM A team.
Please click the appropriate link at the top of this page to see all the latest info and to download the tryout forms and schedules for your division. |
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| 2009-2010 SEASON COACHING ASSIGNMENTS..... |
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| MICHEL VOYER WINS RYAN BIRMINGHAM MEMORIAL AWARD... |
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The ECHL announced that linesman Michel Voyer is the 2008-09 recipient of the Ryan Birmingham Memorial Award.
The award honors an On-Ice Official for his contributions and dedication to the league officiating staff and is determined in voting of ECHL On-Ice Officials. It is named in honor of ECHL linesman Ryan Birmingham, who tragically lost his life in an automobile accident in May 2007.
Click here to read the complete article.... |
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| CALLAHAN RETURNS AS COACH........ |
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The Jr. Kings are pleased to announce that Mike Callahan has agreed to return to coaching after a one year hiatus.
Mike, a long time California coach and former player is well known throughout Los Angeles as a top tier level coach and will be the Head Coach for the Jr. Kings Bantam AAA team for the 2009-2010 season. Callahan last coached the Jr. Kings 16AAA in 2007-2008.
Coach Callahan whose son Mitchell is currently playing in the Memorial Cup representing the WHL Kelowna Rockets also acts as an eye for the Rockets. “This is an important year for the 95 birth year and I feel I know what it takes to properly develop and prepare these boys for their future in hockey whatever the path is that they choose to follow said Callahan. “I am excited to be back.” |
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| LA JR KINGS JUNIOR, COLLEGE, PRO SKATE IS BACK.... |
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Due to popular demand, our LA Jr Kings Junior, College, Pro skate is back for the summer.
Each player is required to bring a white and dark jersey.
Cost of each session is $20.00
June 4th thru August 14th, 2009
Please click here for complete info and schedule.... |
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| JR KINGS ADD STORR....... |
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 The LA Jr. Kings are pleased to announce former NHL and Los Angeles Kings goaltender Jamie Storr has been added to the coaching staff as the clubs Head Goalie Coach. His experience and guidance will be a huge benefit for Jr. Kings goalies.
Jamie played his minor hockey in Brampton, Ontario Canada. Played Jr. B for the Brampton Capitals at age 14. Drafted as a 15yr old under age to the Owen Sound Platers in the OHL, Jamie played 163 games in his Jr Career with the Owen Sound Platers and Windsor Spitfires. In his 3rd year was awarded Goalie of the Year for the OHL, Named goalie of the First Team All Star, Played in the All Star Game. Made Team Canada and won Gold at the World Jr. Hockey Tournament. Was Named Goalie of the Tournament. Played for Team Canada in the World Championships where the only 2 members of the team that were not in the NHL yet were Jamie and Paul Kariya.
Was drafted 7th Overall in the 1st round to the LA Kings in 1994 (was the second highest goalie at that time behind Grant Fuhr 5th over all) Made the opening roster as a 19 year old and won his first game against the Winnipeg Jets.
Jamie played for the LA Kings from 1994-2003 where he is 4th over all in games played(205) by a kings goalie and 2nd over all in shutouts(16) by a Kings goalie behind Rogie Vachon. Played in the NHL for LA Kings, Carolina Hurricanes and Philadelphia Flyers.
Signed with the Dusseldorf Metro Stars in the German Elite League (DEL)
2006-07 named Goalie of the Year in the DEL for the year 06-07. Signed a
2 year extension through 2009 for the Metro Stars. |
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| FOUR JR KINGS DRAFTED TO USHL.... |
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Congratulations to four of the LA Jr. Kings Midget AAA 18U players that were selected in today's USHL Draft.
Taylor Aronson (1st Round), Mitch Hughes, and Doug Wedel all were selected by the Tri-City Storm while Robert Francis was drafted by the Green Bay Gamblers. Three of the four are also listed by WHL teams.
Only one other Midget AAA program in the country had more players drafted then the Jr. Kings. Shattuck St. Mary's had five.
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| A NOTE FROM OUR PRESIDENT...... |
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On behalf of the LA Jr. Kings' Board of Directors I would like to thank all of the parents, players and coaches for another great season. Thirteen out of our 15 teams participated in playoffs this year and many of the accomplishments this past year were due in part to the level of commitment and dedication demonstrated by all. The board is very appreciative to all of our Jr. Kings' families for their continued support of our program. This year will mark our second year of participating in the Tier I Elite League (MWEHL) for our Midget AAA18U team and the first year for our Midget AAA16U team. This year will also mark our first year of the Jr. Kings Wave Alliance and we are looking forward to an exciting year as both programs will work together to provide our players with the highest development possible.
And finally, in its fourth consecutive year of participation, the Jr. Kings, upon acceptance, will send its Pee Wee AAA team to the Tournoi International de Hockey Pee-Wee de Quebec.
The list of Tier I teams for the 2009-2010 season are:
Jr. Kings' Wave Alliance Midget AAA18U
Head Coach Jack Bowkus and Assistant Coach Mike Lewis
Midget AAA16U
Head Coach Frank Salcido
Bantam AAA
Head Coach Mike Callahan and Assistant Coaches Ralph Barahona & Dan Verwiel
Pee Wee AAA
Head Coach Tomas Kapusta
The Tier I tryout schedule will be posted shortly and the balance of the tryout schedule for the AA and A/B teams in the next few days. Please visit our web site often for updates.
Sincerely,
Rosemary Voulelikas
LA Jr. Kings President
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| Jr. Kings and Wave Alliance Announcement: |
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On behalf of the LA Jr. Kings Board of Directors I am pleased to announce the following:
In a cooperative effort to provide the highest level of instruction, development and competition, the Los Angeles Jr. Kings and the California Wave have formed an alliance for the 2009 -2010 season. This alliance will consolidate both the LA Jr. Kings and the California Wave Midget Major programs into a single entity bearing the Los Angeles Jr. King’s name.
With the introduction of this corroborative effort the Jr. Kings Wave Alliance will continue to expose its players to elite competition, showcase their skills in front of scouts as well as assist in their advancement of their players to the next level. The Midget Majors under the direction of Head Coach Jack Bowkus and Assistant Coach Michael Lewis will continue to compete in the Tier I Elite League against the top teams in the country.
In addition to the alliance at the Midget Major level, the California Wave and the LA Jr. Kings will also include an alliance at the Bantam Tier level. The California Wave Bantam AA 1996 Team, under the direction of head coach Michael Lewis, will be the second team within this alliance in preparation to advance to the Bantam Tier I level the following season. As USA Hockey is in the midst of several prominent changes, the Los Angeles Jr. Kings and the California Wave will continue to work together to provide our players with the highest development possible.
Sincerely,
Rosemary Voulelikas, President |
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Congratulations to Mitchell Callahan and Shane McColgan two former Jr. Kings players on winning the WHL Championship in their first Season.
Callahan played 70 games with the Kelowna Rockets while McColgan joined the team about five weeks ago once his Jr. Kings 18AAA team's season ended.
We would also like to congratulate Colin Long and Adam Brown also from California and wish all four the best of luck at the Memorial Cup Chanpionship Tournament next weekend in Quebec. |
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| FORMER LA JR KINGS MIDGET MAJOR WINS NCAA National Championship... |
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 Former AAA U18 goaltender Adam Kraus recently won the NCAA Division 1 National Championship with Boston University . This sums it all up.
Adam, recalls first Grade with best friend Adam McPhee and his dad Mike McPhee strapping pillows on his legs, a baseball glove in his hand and a broom in the other with instructions in a Canadian accent, "okay Adam K. you stand here and try to stop Adam M.'s shots from going into the net," years of private lessons, countless practices at 6:00am, travel, more travel, and even more travel, taking shots in your driveway during the Dallas Stars play-offs from neighbor Benoit Hogue, PeeWee Quebec tournament twice, Holiday's away from family, leaving home (Texas) in your junior year of high school to live with Grandparents in California to play for the Los Angeles Jr. Kings - coaches Joe Trotta, then Nelson Emerson and making it to the semi-finals at Nationals, Junior A hockey in Wasilla, Alaska, college hockey for Boston University, (being the first Texan to do so) sophomore year winning the NCAA Division 1 Men's Ice Hockey National Championship with your team-mates - and lifting the trophy...PRICELESS and Worth it ALL! Congratulations to the Kraus Family. |
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| JR. KINGS U16 AAA ADDED TO TIER 1 ELITE HOCKEY LEAGUE |
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The Los Angeles Jr. Kings U16 AAA team has been added to the Tier 1 Elite Hockey League for the 2009-2010 season.
The 16’s were the Pacific District finalists and came within a goal of advancing to the Nationals. The Jr. Kings would also like to announce that Coach Frank Salcido has agreed to return as the Head coach next season. Salcido has been a top tier level coach for several years with the Jr. Kings. The Jr. Kings Midget Majors coached by Jack Bowkus will also return to the league after a very successful first season where they finished tied for second place in points out of twenty teams and just four points out of first place overall.
The Jr. Kings would also like to acknowledge and congratulate the LA Selects on their acceptance to the league and look forward to continuing a competitive but friendly rivalry. |
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| HEAD COACHING AND ASSISTANT COACHING OPPORTUNITIES.... |
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Individuals wishing to be a Head Coach or an assistant coach with the LA Jr. Kings travel Club are asked to complete an application form.
Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of compliance to CAHA’s mandatory Screening policy.
Please click here to download coaching application.... |
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| TUNE-UP CLINICS ARE BACK FOR 2009..... |
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Tune-Up Clinics are back starting Wednesday, APRIL 29, 2009.
The Tune-up Clinics will run for 8 consecutive weeks featuring a series of four special high intensity clinics of skills and scrimmages designed by Tomas Kapusta and Jack Bowkus.
All skaters must show proof of USA hockey or will not be allowed on the ice.
All clinics will be conducted by the
2009 – 2010 Los Angeles Jr. Kings’ Coaching Staff
Click here for all the information and an application form...... |
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| JR KINGS MIDGET AAA TEAMS UPDATE..... |
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The 16U and 18U Jr Kings Midget AAA teams spent this past weekend in Las Vegas competing in the Pacific District Championships with a trip to the Nationals on the line.
 U18 AAA
The Midget Majors 18U team fulfilled all expectations by winning the Championships. Two intense and hard fought games however stood in the way.
A Saturday night 1-0 victory against a very game California Wave team in the Semi Finals advanced the team into the finals against the Anchorage North Stars. The wave game was called by locals “one of the best midget games ever played in the city” With the score deadlocked at 0-0 and the Kings being turned away on countless great scoring chances, Taylor Aronson was able to bang in his own rebound mid way through the third period. The Kings survived the final frenzy in the last minute as the Wave pulled the goalie and had several good chances but could not get the puck past goalie Eric Chiccone and the Kings won.
In Sunday’s Final against the North Stars, the Kings came from a 2-1 deficit late in the second period when Justin Castagna converted a nifty backhand pass from Gasper Kopitar to tie the game and help get the monkey off the Kings back. The period ended 2-2. The Kings then opened the game up in the third period scoring three goals to win the title 5-2. The team will be heading to Pittsburgh April 1-5 for the National Tournament. No California team has ever won the National Title at the U18 level.
The Kings hope to be the first.
U16 AAA
Perhaps the biggest story of the weekend if not the year is the play of the AAA 16 minors. The team came within one goal of joining the Majors at the Nationals. When the 16’s knocked off the LA Selects in the round robin, it was viewed as an isolated incident. But as fate would have it the Selects and Kings would meet again in the semi finals on Saturday night. The Selects one of the top ranked teams in the country had never lost to the Kings all season prior to this weekend. The game was an intense back and forth battle with both goaltenders making great saves throughout. With the Kings trailing 1-0 and under three minutes remaining winger Colby Rios scored the game tying goal exciting the crowd of Kings supporters who were wondering if they could do it again. The game went to overtime and off the face off the Selects entered the Kings zone and had a few great chances to win the game. After Nick Church denied the Selects attempts the puck went down into the Select zone were Kyle Schwartz picked up a turned over puck and went down the wall. Schwartz now at the circles fired a shot over the goalies glove top shelf short side and operation hard hat was complete. Kings win 2-1 in OT and advance to the finals. In the finals, the team played its heart out only to come up a goal shy when the Alaska All Stars scored the game winner with only two minutes left in regulation. This Kings team exceeded all expectations this year under Coach Frank Salcido's guidance and experience. They played in six finals this season and won three tournaments. They beat all the teams that everyone said they could not. This team exemplified the true spirit of competition and camaraderie and although they were disappointed to not make the Nationals, this team is Champions in the truest meaning. Hats off to you players, and coaches.
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