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Reign player faces abuse charges

By Kat Simonelli on November 20, 2015 in Hockey, Sports

Ontario Reign goalkeeper Patrik Bartosak, 22, was arrested on 12 charges related to domestic assault and violence Monday in Manchester, New Hampshire.

Ontario Reign defender Jason Fredricks rips a shot between Utah Grizzlies’ left wing C.J. Severyn and defender Matt Sorteberg during the Saturday game. The team hosted University of La Verne Go Green and Teacher Appreciation Night and players wore special jerseys in the La Verne colors. The jerseys were auctioned after the game with proceeds going toward La Verne student scholarships. Each jersey brought between $500 and $1,200. The Reign won the game 4-0. / photo by Zachary Horton

Reign show dominance on the ice

By Daniel Hargis, Zachary Horton on February 17, 2012 in Hockey, Sports

President Devorah Lieberman and Professor of Education Peggy Redman participated in the ceremonial puck drop to open a 4-0 win for the Ontario Reign over the Utah Grizzlies for Go Green and Teacher Appreciation Night Saturday.

Current student led past life as hockey player

By Daniel Hargis on May 20, 2011 in Hockey, Sports

After a rough ending to his career as minor league hockey player, junior communications major Blake Humphrey has found a way to stay involved in hockey – through scouting for the team for which he once played.

The Ontario Reign’s Jordan Morrison and alternate captain Luke Beaverson struggle to gain control of the puck along the boards as the Reign face down divisional rival the Las Vegas Wranglers on March 12 at Citizens Business Bank Arena for “Go Green and Teacher Appreciation Jersey Night.” The Reign beat the Wranglers, 3-1, following a 7-4 loss the night before. / photo by Warren Bessant

Reign wrangle rival on ULV night

By Daniel Hargis, Warren Bessant on March 25, 2011 in Hockey, Sports

University of La Verne biology professor Robert Neher participated in the ceremonial puck drop for ULV night as the Ontario Reign defeated bitter rival, the Las Vegas Wranglers, 3-1, on March 12 at Citizens Business Bank Arena.

At 6 feet 3 inches tall, forward Michael Pelech of the Ontario Reign is an imposing competitor and not afraid of battling for the puck down low as he faces Steelheads’ defensemen Dustin Friesen and a stickless John Kearns in their attempt to clear the puck from the offensive zone. A native of Toronto, Pelech is willing to sacrifice his body to win the puck. The Reign play Friday against the Las Vegas Wranglers and “Go Green & Teacher Appreciation Jersey Night” is at 7 p.m. Saturday at Citizens Business Bank Arena. / photo by Candice Salazar

Idaho uses power play to rout Reign

By Candice Salazar, Daniel Hargis on March 11, 2011 in Hockey, Sports

The Idaho Steelheads took advantage of a poor finish to the first period on the part of the Ontario Reign and went on to claim a 6-3 victory in front of a crowd of more than 6,000 on Wednesday at the Citizens Business Bank Arena.

Hockey in my heart, but not in my SoCal

By Jennifer Gilderman on March 28, 2008 in Columns, Hockey, Opinions

Our society surrounds itself with sports. Sports are truly part of our American culture and bring together family and friends.

Much love for the puck

By Marilee Lorusso on November 9, 2007 in Columns, Hockey, Opinions, Sports

Last Saturday, I went to my first Los Angeles Kings game of the season. For those of you who do not know me, I am a huge hockey fan, especially of the Kings.

Understanding a fan’s passion

By Nicole Knight on May 21, 2006 in Columns, Hockey, Opinions

Swinging white towels reading “Stanley Cup Playoffs: Mighty Ducks,” sporting homemade T-shirts embellished with the words “extinguish the Flames in the Pond,” and blowing feverishly into “quackers,” the sea of fans at the hockey Stanley Cup Quarter Finals, featuring the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim vs. the Calgary Flames, were anything but modest.

Merciless Ducks take the ice

By Nicole Knight on November 11, 2005 in Columns, Hockey, Opinions

A frigid chill raced down my neck and pinched my face as I stepped through the entrance of the Arrowhead Pond’s arena. The massive oval rink was scattered with fans sporting purple, black and green, and echoed with the chirping of duck calls resonating through the cold haze rising from the ice floor.

Clarke waits for opportunity in NHL

By Steven Falls on April 13, 2005 in Hockey, Sports

The National Hockey League lockout, which canceled the 2004-2005 season, temporarily keeps Noah Clarke – a Los Angeles Kings left wing and La Verne native – from living the dream so many hockey players strive for. Noah currently plays professionally for the Manchester Monarchs of the American Hockey League.

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