Albie O'Connell is in his first season as an assistant coach at Holy Cross. Letters sent to the president on Monday which included a survey but was not written to get him fired thats garbage. Division regular season and conference tournament champion I would be more receptive to your argument if you said that Albie should be given either two or three or four more years and then he would be evaluated based on his record and NCAA Tournament success. During his year at Berkshire, he also served as the school's assistant dean of students and the student activities director. O'Connell graduated from BU in 1999 with a bachelor's degree in history. He switched teams once again that summer when he joined the program at Northeastern and settled into his role as a recruiting coordinator. It is currently unclear whether BU Athletics will promote from within, most likely Jay Pandolfo, or hire from the outside. Hi Colin. Also when your a elite player at bu a captain a assistant coach a head coach you should be respected by university. He was a four-year starter for the team from 1995 to 1999, during which time they finished first in the Hockey East regular season standings three times. O'Connell was promoted to associate head coach the following year and the Terriers continued to produce good results, appearing in each of the next three tournaments and making the quarterfinal round twice. He is not dating anyone. Id also like to thank Albie OConnell for his time as coach and his positive and classy attitude. This being said i thing we can all look forward to a bright future for BU hockey. I wanted Albie to get the BU job. That summer when he joined the program at Northeastern as a recruiting coordinator. The biggest thing I take issue with is you calling anyone who makes supportable critiques of the program, haters of the program. On March 30, 2022, O'Connell was fired as head coach of Boston University. A fifth-round draft pick of the New York Islanders in 1994, O'Connell played professional hockey for the Pensacola Ice Pilots (East Coast Hockey League) in 1999-2000, the Basingstoke Bison (British National League) in 2000-01, the Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies (ECHL) in 2001-02 and the Cardiff Devils (BNL) in 2001-02. We have estimated Albie OConnells net worth, money, salary, income, and assets. It stinks personally.
The 42-year-old Watertown, MA, native grew up wanting to attend a Beanpot school. He was quite successful here. I know hockey so if I can I offer some advice but never challenge the coach. season & tournament titles and reached Div. The Huskies reached two Beanpot finals, two Hockey East semifinals and the 2009 NCAA Tournament while O'Connell was on staff. Brown and senior vice president Todd Klipp for entrusting me with a program that means the world to me. This is the opportunity of a lifetime, said OConnell (CAS99), who grew up in nearby Watertown playing hockey and dreaming of attending a Beanpot school. Certainly it was not all Albies fault, a share of the blame is also on the players and the circumstances themselves, but ultimately its the coach who manages the players makes the selections and decisions and he becomes the fall guy. In hearing from multiple sources with direct access to players/staff, I was left with the impression that 1) the players themselves wanted change; 2) the administration felt there was a need for stronger leadership from the head coach; 3) the consensus is Albie is liked, but didnt command the respect necessary to cultivate a consistently winning, successful program to match BUs lofty standards. The following year, O'Connell played for the Cardiff Devils but was not able to replicate his success. Required fields are marked *, Pioneering Research from Boston University, BostonUniversity. Photo by Fred Kfoury III/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. BU met the Wolverines in the semifinals again and were victorious in their second meeting but they couldn't overcome a 5-goal outburst in the second period by North Dakota in the title tilt. so it was a mutual parting in that regard. He scored 17 points his first season, but BU would be downed by eventual champion Michigan in the Frozen Four. If folks have not figured out my motive on this blog it is to counter the haters protect the program the players there families from all that want to harm it.
Albie O'Connell Introduced as New Men's Hockey Head Coach I never go up to kids and tell them ignore coach hes a idiot etc even if I disagree with any coach I dont purposely try to interfere with things. I am really excited that Albie was a candidate for this job and has taken the position, said Robert A. Albie is a wonderful guy and we all wish him well.
BREAKING: Men's hockey parts ways with head coach Albie O'Connell As a player I never did and certainly as a fan I never have. So, how much is Albie O'Connell worth at the age of 47 years old? BU's athletic director cited failure to meet the expectations of the program as the reason. Hes the only current @NCAAIceHockey head coach who has won conference reg. Hes a solid guy in my opinion. Michigan and Boston University are two men's college hockey programs steeped in rich history, but first-year head coaches Brandon Naurato and Jay Pandolfo are looking to make their own marks at the 2023 Men's Frozen Four. i wish him and his family nothing but the best. Lol whatever helps you sleep at night. Hosts Jim Connelly and Ed Trefzger are joined by Boston University head coach Albie O'Connell to preview Boston College at BU. Someone who can hold a hockey team accountable and mold them into a hungry, united and fearsome opponent. During his year at Berkshire, he also served as the school's assistant dean of students and the student activities director. Ask them if Mark Mywords post is correct. You may not like how D1 athletics operates but its the reality we live in. BU has given me so much and I want each player that puts on our jersey to feel the same way I do. He transformed Union from a doormat to NCAA champs at a small school on a low end D1 budget and a talent pool far less than ideal compared to a BU. If everyone put on scarlet-colored glasses and ignored reality, wed be an everyone gets a trophy culture that just kind of meanders along. Quinn was 105-68-21 and he had multiple deep NCAA runs. If youre denying that their concerns werent reasonable and supported by reality then youre 100% wrong. look, you guys have it all wrong. O'Connell, 45, had been BU's coach since 2018, when he took over for David Quinn after Quinn left to become coach of the New York Rangers. Albie O'Connell was born on 20 May, 1976 in Watertown, Massachusetts, United States. We will update Albie O'Connell's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible. I have been a critic of the hockey program for several seasons, not just of the results on the ice but of the way the program is run now in regards to the supporters and fans (ie friends of hockey, and i have also voiced these opinions to our AD. After graduating with a history degree, he spent his first season as a professional with the Pensacola Ice Pilots. The captain of the 1998-99 squad, OConnell returned to BU in 2014 to join David Quinns staff and was promoted to associate head coach one year later. In 2014, after three years at Harvard, he returned to BU as an assistant coach. Complete player biography and stats. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! is a senior writer at BU Today andBostoniamagazine. #ProudToBU https://t.co/KDqpjI1VDM.
Previewing Boston College at Boston University with Terriers' Albie O O'Connell, 45, had been BU's coach since 2018, when he took over for David Quinn after Quinn left to become coach of the New York Rangers. To be fair, Colin, a lot of the people calling for change were the parents themselves. But it comes with the job. Its only human nature to want your kid to succeed but when lobbyists for change seek out parents to put a riff on the ice its wrong. Loved Albie as a person; i think this move, however, was necessary. As a sophomore, O'Connell helped lead the team to a conference championship and a run to the National Championship game. There are some terrific coaches out there. Conference regular season champion Many of us are not ok with it. It will be very interesting who the administration choose to be our next coach since a nationwide search is being conducted. Also previewed are four other matchups to be featured in USCHO's Bettor's Edge column this week: No. We aspire to have the best program in college hockey, Marrochello said, which means that we want nothing less than the best for our university, our alumni, our fans, and most importantly our student-athletes. He is very experienced having previously been as Assistant Coach with the Boston Bruins, outstanding NHL hockey player, and led BU to a NCAA Hockey Championship. So I think its a great game. BU to Replace Mens Hockey Coach Albie OConnell, Rich Barlow I truly believe Albie will be better for his experience at BU. The . Albie OConnell Introduced as New Mens Hockey Head Coach, Joel Brown This is getting a bit too Flat Earther for me. Having people on this blog who were advocating and suggesting that Albie might not be the right guy for the BU HC job was not at all dangerous. Statistics and Records of Albie O'Connell, a hockey player and coach from Watertown, MA born May 20 1976 who was active from 1995 to 2002.
OPINION: O'Connell's departure necessary for Men's Hockey Albie could have coached ~.500 hockey for 10 more seasons without any real accomplishment on the national stage and its fair to say youd tell us he was still the best coach in hockey. Profile. The Huskies reached two Beanpot finals, two Hockey East semifinals and the 2009 NCAA Tournament while O'Connell was on staff. I think highly of the AD but in my opinion I believe his hand was forced by outside pressures.
Boston University Hires Albie O'Connell As Their New Men's Hockey Head To start with, I do think Albie made one important change for the better when it comes to BUH: He moved away from the overemphasis on the one-and-done recruits and got quiality players who have stayed multiple seasons with our program. I hope everyone has a good summer. 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All a little too familiar. During the past four years with OConnell on staff, the Terriers have qualified for the NCAAs each season, the programs longest streak since nine straight in the 1990s. He and his fellow members of the Class of 1999 are one of only four BU classes to win four Beanpots. You implied that Albie had a strong record. Shawn McEachran is my top choice, but if they go outside the BU family, i am good with that. Duke biggest winner in latest D1Baseball rankings. Ave and serving as captain (class of 99), OConnell served for four seasons as an associate head coach under David Quinn until being promoted to the head coaching position after Quinns departure in 2018. No Glen thats not how it should work. Hope everyone enjoys the Frozen Four. BOSTON After helping the Terriers achieve success on the ice as both a player and an assistant coach, Albie OConnell (CAS99) has been named the 12th head coach in the storied history of the Boston University mens ice hockey program, director of athletics Drew Marrochello announced Tuesday. As a former Terrier captain and Boston University graduate, he understands the magnitude of BU hockey, and has a clear and aspirational vision for how we will continue to provide a first-class experience to our student-athletes., MORE: David Carle named Denver's coach | Scott Borek takes over at Merrimack. Forward -- shoots L Born May 20 1976 -- Watertown, MA [46 yrs. They always have been, through ups and downs. At Merrimack in 2007-08, O'Connell worked primarily with the forwards and the power play while assisting in all aspects of the program. See you all next October. BU Athletics announced Wednesday that it is replacing mens hockey coach Albie OConnell (CAS99), here after last months Beanpot final victory over Northeastern, after four seasons helming the Terriers. Conference tournament champion. Now where are we ? Albie mad the tournament last year he just missed it this year. Since were not involved, heres hoping for a few OTs. Itll get better. O'Connell's return coincided with the arrival of future 2nd overall pick Jack Eichel and the team won both the conference regular season and tournament titles. 3 Michigan at No. Most recently in the ECHL with Atlantic City Boardwalk Bullies. Id just like to give a shout-out to the BU Band, the fans, all of the supporters in the BU community, OConnell said Wednesday in a Boston Globe interview. Its not D3 hockey. Albie OConnell (CAS99) will not return next season as Boston University mens ice hockey coach, University Athletics Director Drew Marrochello announced Wednesday. After a brief stop with Holy Cross in 200607 O'Connell made his way back to the Hockey East at Merrimack under head coach Mark Dennehy where he worked with the forwards and power play unit. Albie OConnell was born on 20 May, 1976 in Watertown, Massachusetts, United States. In addition to coaching in the collegiate ranks, O'Connell has also coached extensively with USA Hockey since 2003. We recognize that he was part of several successful teams during his time as a student-athlete and coach here, and I wish him and his family nothing but the best. Photo by Cydney Scott. Lol. If youre saying that ~100 fan survey respondents, while nice to get the opinions of fans on the main college hockey message board, had more of an impact than the players, parents, and donors then youre 100% wrong. Albie is not the program. He posted it to the highest profile college hockey message board (USCHO) so ANYONE could answer it. Even when a program is loyal (to a degree) like UNH was with Umile when it was clear that the game kind of passed him by, it doesnt guarantee anything. He resides in Duxbury with his wife, Kristen (SAR'99), and their three children, Connor (17), Daniel (13) and Kacie (11). I dont know who they will replace him with. Its D1. [10][11], O'Connell has been credited for his player development. He is not dating anyone. OConnell assembled a 58-49-16 record in four seasons coaching the Terriers. Famous BU alumni that played under him include Jack Eichel, Charlie McAvoy, Matt Grzelcyk, and Trevor Zegras, among others. IMO, sullivan is an entrenched NHL guy. I think most, if not all, BU hockey fans wanted to see Albie succeed. Profile. He led his team in scoring by 23 points and finished 3rd overall in the league. Im sorry your guy is out and you feel sad. He is from United States. Another thing that annoys me is fans are too quick to dismiss kids who are healthy scratches all I do is cheer them on this is college hockey I dont think some of you know how hard it is just to make this team and then being a student its not easy and I give these kids lots of credit it irks me when we on this blog or around the rink knock kids not in line up its a bad look for adults to do that . That is a fact, not an opinion. He led his team in scoring by 23 points, finishing 3rd overall in the league. Discover today's celebrity birthdays and explore famous people who share your birthday. I watched and listened warned of the problems this type of behavior would cause and now because of folks like yourself and others the team is in a worse place then it was Wednesday morning.
24 Albie Oconnell Premium High Res Photos - Getty Images He has helped develop numerous Terriers into NHL-ready talent, including Olympian Jordan Greenway (CGS17, CAS19) and All-Americans Jack Eichel, Matt Grzelcyk (COM16), Charlie McAvoy, and Danny ORegan (COM16). Under Quinn, it seemed like the only guys who were prolific scorers were the freshmen and sophomores. After a year he returned to the college ranks as an assistant for Division III Colby College and found himself at the Division I level with Niagara the following season. This next hire is pivotal for the organization with a fanbase that's growing impatient of watching subpar hockey. O'Connell compiled a 58-49-16 in his four seasons,. BU Hockey introduced a familiar face as its new mens head coach at a press conference at Agganis Arena on Wednesday: Albie OConnell, associate head coach the last three seasons under David Quinn and a four-time Beanpot winner as a Terrier player. He and his fellow members of the Class of 1999 are one of only four BU classes to win four Beanpots. After helping the Terriers achieve success on the ice as both a player and an assistant coach, Albie O'Connell (CAS'99) has been named the 12th head coach in the storied history of the Boston . also after reading Albies comments in the Globe, i was impressed with his dignity and class in handling this difficult situation. He is known for being the head coach of Boston University from 2018 to 2022. If you still think Albie will ultimately be as or more successful than York/Parker/Berenson or even Pecknold when he ultimately retires, then I hope you can manifest that into reality because I wish Albie well and hope he succeeds (unless it negatively impacts BU . There certainly are plenty of talented alumni who went through that program, but I dont have a list of those that transitioned to coaching, but I have to believe BU does, and this was done with the intent of bringing somebody specific in. ok back to reality. i like Jay, but i think the key to his success will be the assistants he hires. 1 college sports. And if the criticisms of Albie are fair. AOC has worked at seven different schools over the last 19 years. He understands the game to a tee, but that doesn't always translate into being a strong head coach.
Albie O'Connell out as BU men's hockey coach - audacy.com That is how it should work. We will update Albie OConnells Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible. He is a member of famous with the age 45 years old group. The players learned the news of OConnells appointment Tuesday night.
Watertown native Albie O'Connell introduced as Boston University's new Albie O'Connell will not return as Boston University men's hockey coach Its an honorable thing to give someone unconditional support.
Want to more about Him? O'Connell's assist in the championship game was his 24th of the season and his increasing points totals continued throughout his four years with the program. [1] Career [ edit] Player [ edit] A Watertown native, Albie O'Connell joined the program at Boston University on the heels of their fourth National Championship. Saying he is a nice guy and a good guy is just being honest and not meant to ease our sleep. Again. Enter your information to receive emails about offers, promotions from NCAA.com and our partners.
Albie O'Connell Introduced as New Men's Hockey Head Coach Albie has a lot of positives: good guy, good recruiter, fair, willing to learn. OConnell becomes the only current Division I mens head coach who has captured a conference regular-season title, won a conference tournament championship and reached the NCAA title game as both a player and a coach. A change of the coach is foreseeable and correct under these circumstances. [5], In 2003, O'Connell got his first coaching job with Berkshire School, a Prep School in Western Massachusetts. I dont understand why folks cant just root for there team and be happy. Following three-year stints at both Northeastern and Harvard, he spent one season each at Holy Cross and Merrimack after a two-year appointment at Niagara. it is fun to exchange al these thoughts on our beloved program, ( it shows that everyone really cares about the success of the program.) O'Connell stayed with the team the following year when the Terriers won both the Hockey East regular season and tournament. Perhaps the only native of Trenton, N.J., who will volunteer his birthplace without police interrogation, he graduated from Dartmouth College, spent 20 years as a small-town newspaper reporter, and is a formerBoston Globereligion columnist, book reviewer, and occasional op-ed contributor. Student-Athlete Academic Support Services. Coach OConnell is a terrier always has been for him to be treated this way is shameful lets make sure it doesnt happen to the next guy. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. After finishing as the national runner-up in 2015 along with Beanpot and Hockey East titles, BU reached the NCAA quarterfinals in both 2017 and 2018 and will enter this upcoming season as the defending Hockey East champion. Its not even loyal. May loose great assistant coaches a team that must deal with a hiring process and a new coach that will have to try and curtail this type of behavior, because it will not stop with a new coach if he loses two straight folks will be calling for his head it will be hard putting the tooth paste back in the tube. After the conclusion of our regular year-end assessment, we believe that a new direction is needed for our program to achieve our goals, Marochello said. Returning here four years ago was an amazing feeling, and I look forward to continuing the momentum that this program has enjoyed recently and carrying on the incredible BU hockey legacy.. And a number of the players would be very happy if Pandolfo is named HC. Look at the coach. We have great players students they come from great families why cant our fans embrace that root for them enjoy hockey its a great game take pride in your team. also, a more outgoing one who can balance Jays quiet demeanor. Period. Famous Ice Hockey Player Albie O'Connell was born on May 20, 1976 in Watertown. So, if people wanted Quinn fired, it didnt happen because of the above mentioned stats. ND, Wisconsin, Denver, BC also would be in there), and therefore a certain standard of performance , justifiably, is expected. Tara Watchorn returns to Walter Brown as WIH head coach, Leave it better than you found it : a thank you to the class of 2023, Brown goaltender Mathieu Caron transfers to BU, Ranking the 10 best moments of mens hockey season. I know Pandolfo was assistant coach for the Bruins , but what real success had in had coaching.
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