How do IMG Academy athletes prepare for their college commitments. What sports are represented in the 2023 commitment class. Which notable colleges and universities have IMG athletes committed to.
IMG Academy’s 2023 Commitment Day Showcases Exceptional Talent
IMG Academy, renowned for its elite sports training programs, celebrated its annual Commitment Day in 2023, marking a significant milestone for many of its talented athletes. This event highlights the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance as student-athletes take the next step in their athletic and academic careers.
Diversity of Sports Represented in IMG’s 2023 Commitment Class
The 2023 Commitment Day at IMG Academy featured a wide array of sports, reflecting the institution’s comprehensive athletic programs. Among the sports represented were:
- Football
- Basketball
- Baseball
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Golf
- Track and Field
- Lacrosse
This diverse range of sports underscores IMG Academy’s commitment to nurturing talent across various athletic disciplines, providing a pathway to collegiate success for athletes from different backgrounds and with varied interests.
Notable Colleges and Universities Welcoming IMG Athletes
IMG Academy’s reputation for producing top-tier athletes is evident in the caliber of institutions to which its students have committed. Some of the prestigious colleges and universities that have welcomed IMG athletes in the 2023 class include:
- Stanford University
- University of Notre Dame
- Duke University
- University of Florida
- Ohio State University
- University of Michigan
- UCLA
- University of Texas
These commitments span across various NCAA divisions, showcasing the range of opportunities available to IMG Academy graduates.
The Impact of IMG Academy’s Training on College Readiness
IMG Academy’s comprehensive approach to athlete development plays a crucial role in preparing students for the rigors of college athletics. How does IMG’s training regimen contribute to the success of its athletes at the collegiate level?
The academy’s holistic approach combines intense athletic training with rigorous academic preparation. This dual focus ensures that students are not only physically ready for college sports but also academically equipped to handle the challenges of higher education. IMG’s state-of-the-art facilities, expert coaching staff, and emphasis on mental conditioning give its athletes a significant edge as they transition to collegiate athletics.
Key Components of IMG’s College Preparation Program
- Sport-specific training tailored to individual athlete needs
- Strength and conditioning programs designed for peak performance
- Mental conditioning and sports psychology sessions
- Nutrition guidance and meal planning
- Academic support and college counseling services
- Exposure to college recruiters and showcase events
Spotlight on IMG Academy’s Lacrosse Program
While IMG Academy is known for its success across multiple sports, its lacrosse program has gained significant recognition in recent years. What sets IMG’s lacrosse program apart, and how has it contributed to the success of its athletes in securing college commitments?
IMG Academy’s lacrosse program has established itself as a powerhouse in developing collegiate-level talent. The program’s success can be attributed to several factors:
- Expert coaching staff with collegiate and professional playing experience
- Year-round training opportunities
- Access to cutting-edge equipment and facilities
- Competitive schedule against top high school and prep programs
- Emphasis on positional specialization and overall game strategy
These elements combine to create an environment where lacrosse players can hone their skills and attract attention from top college programs across the country.
The Role of Academic Excellence in IMG Academy Commitments
While athletic prowess is a crucial factor in college recruitment, academic performance plays an equally important role in securing commitments to top institutions. How does IMG Academy ensure its athletes maintain high academic standards alongside their rigorous training schedules?
IMG Academy places a strong emphasis on academic excellence, recognizing that success in the classroom is essential for long-term athletic and personal development. The academy’s academic program is designed to complement its athletic training, providing students with the tools they need to succeed at the collegiate level.
Key Features of IMG’s Academic Program
- Small class sizes for personalized attention
- Advanced Placement (AP) and honors courses
- SAT/ACT preparation
- College counseling and application assistance
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate training and competition
- Technology-integrated learning environments
This comprehensive approach to academics ensures that IMG athletes are well-rounded candidates for college admissions, increasing their chances of securing commitments to prestigious institutions.
The Journey from IMG Academy to College Athletics
For many IMG Academy athletes, Commitment Day represents the culmination of a long and challenging journey. What are some of the key milestones and experiences that shape an IMG athlete’s path to college recruitment?
The road to college commitment for IMG Academy athletes is paved with numerous experiences and opportunities that contribute to their growth and development:
- Initial enrollment and adjustment to IMG’s rigorous training environment
- Participation in national and international competitions
- Attendance at college showcases and recruitment events
- Building relationships with college coaches and recruiters
- Balancing academic responsibilities with athletic commitments
- Making official and unofficial visits to potential colleges
- Navigating the college application and recruitment process
Each of these experiences contributes to the athlete’s growth, helping them make informed decisions about their future in collegiate athletics.
IMG Academy’s Impact on the Collegiate Athletic Landscape
As IMG Academy continues to produce top-tier athletes across various sports, its influence on collegiate athletics grows. How has the influx of IMG-trained athletes affected college programs and competitions?
The presence of IMG Academy graduates in college athletics has had a noticeable impact on the competitive landscape. Many college coaches actively recruit IMG athletes, recognizing the high level of preparation and skill development they bring to their programs. This influx of talent has led to:
- Increased competition for roster spots at top programs
- Elevated level of play in collegiate competitions
- Greater diversity in playing styles and strategies
- Enhanced readiness for the demands of college athletics
- Potential improvements in team performance and success rates
As IMG Academy continues to refine its training programs and produce exceptional athletes, its influence on collegiate sports is likely to grow, shaping the future of athletic competition at the highest levels.
Looking Ahead: The Future of IMG Academy and College Commitments
As the landscape of college athletics continues to evolve, IMG Academy remains at the forefront of athlete development and college preparation. What trends and changes can we anticipate in future Commitment Days at IMG Academy?
Several factors are likely to influence the future of IMG Academy’s Commitment Days and the overall college recruitment process:
- Increased emphasis on multi-sport athletes and versatility
- Growing importance of personal branding and social media presence
- Expansion of recruitment into emerging sports and niche athletic programs
- Greater focus on international recruitment and global athletic opportunities
- Adaptation to changes in NCAA regulations and college admissions processes
- Integration of advanced analytics and performance metrics in recruitment decisions
As IMG Academy continues to adapt to these trends, future Commitment Days are likely to showcase an even more diverse and accomplished group of athletes, further cementing the institution’s reputation as a premier pathway to collegiate athletic success.
Riverwood Students Commit To Play College Sports
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Four students from Riverwood International Charter School have committed to play their sport at the next level.
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Riverwood’s Nate Arney commits to play lacrosse at Vassar College. (Riverwood International Charter School)Riverwood’s Summer Brown commits to play softball at Virginia Union University. (Riverwood International Charter School)Riverwood’s Sam Bell commits to play football at SUNY Brockport.
(Riverwood International Charter School)Riverwood’s Graham Young commits to play lacrosse at LaGrange College. (Riverwood International Charter School)
SANDY SPRINGS, GA — Four students from Riverwood International Charter School have committed to play their sport at the next level.
Riverwood’s Nate Arney Commits to Play Lacrosse at Vassar College
Riverwood International Charter School senior Nate Arney (Class of 2019) has committed to play lacrosse at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York. Arney was recruited as a face-off and midfield player for the Brewers, who compete in the Liberty League of the NCAA Division III. He will join his older brother, 2016 Riverwood Graduate Chandler Arney, on the team.
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Arney played Varsity lacrosse for four years at Riverwood, serving as co-captain in 11th and 12th grades.
Notes Riverwood Head Lacrosse Coach Mark Horton, “Nate Arney has been a 4-year Varsity player and captain of the Boy’s Lacrosse team.
His leadership has been very instrumental in the success of the team. Vassar is lucky to have him next year.”
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Riverwood’s Summer Brown Commits to Play Softball at Virginia Union University
Riverwood International Charter School Senior Summer Brown (Class of 2019) has signed a National Letter of Intent to play softball at Virginia Union University in Richmond. Brown was recruited as a catcher, shortstop, and third baseman for the Panthers, who compete in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA). She will receive a partial scholarship to attend the NCAA Division II school.
Brown played Varsity softball for four years at Riverwood, earning her a Varsity letter her freshman year.
Notes Riverwood Head Softball Coach Julian James, “Summer Brown is a four-year varsity letter player that has never given anything less than 100 percent out on the field.
Her athletic ability allowed her to start as our premier catcher the entire year, and we are excited that she will be continuing her softball career at Virginia Union University.”
Riverwood’s Sam Bell Commits to Play Football at SUNY Brockport
Riverwood International Charter School senior Sam Bell (Class of 2019) has committed to play football at The College of Brockport (State University of New York {SUNY}). Bell was recruited as a cornerback for the Golden Eagles, who compete in the Empire 8 League of the NCAA Division III. He will receive an academic scholarship to attend the school, which is located along the Erie Canal, near Rochester, NY.
Bell comments, “The reason I chose Brockport is because it felt like I was a part of the family within minutes of my official visit. They made sure I felt comfortable before they even started talking about football.”
Bell played ninth grade football and three years of Varsity football at Riverwood.
Notes Riverwood Football Assistant Coach Josh Gordy, “When you think of an all-around student-athlete you think of Sam Bell. From taking care of business in the classroom to knowing, understanding, and playing every position in the defensive backfield, Sam was a special player for Riverwood.”
Riverwood’s Graham Young Commits to Play Lacrosse at LaGrange College
Riverwood International Charter School Senior Graham Young (Class of 2019) has committed to play lacrosse at LaGrange College in LaGrange, GA. Young was recruited as a long stick middie for the Panthers, who compete in the USA South Conference of the NCAA Division III. He will receive a partial academic scholarship to attend the school, which is the oldest private college in Georgia.
Notes Riverwood Lacrosse Head Coach Mark Horton, “Graham has been playing long stick middie for us all season and is one of the reasons our defense has had so much success. He will be an asset to the Panthers at LaGrange.
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Graham played lacrosse for three years at Riverwood, two years on Varsity.
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Salesianum falls to IMG Academy in double overtime thriller in battle of high school lacrosse heavyweights: Photo gallery
Zach Friend makes a lunging effort to knock the ball from an opponent from IMG Academy.
For his troubles, Friend was whistled for a foul. Dialog photo/Mike Lang
WILMINGTON — The game may not have ended the way Salesianum’s lacrosse team had hoped, but there was no reason for the Sals to hang their heads after taking national powerhouse IMG Academy (Fla.) to double overtime before falling, 12-11, on a cold April 27 afternoon.
It was a tight affair all day at Abessinio Stadium, where a sizeable crowd, including a group of Salesianum students, was on hand to watch the high-profile matchup. The visiting Ascenders, who have at least a half-dozen Division I college recruits on the roster, came in ranked 17th in the latest Inside Lacrosse rankings. The Sals are currently No. 22 in the country. They also have a number of college commits.
The game was tied at 3 after the first quarter and at 5 at the half. IMG did not waste much time after the half to get its offense in gear. The first goal was the result of a great defensive play by an Ascender who intercepted a Sals shot as it headed toward the keeper, then ran the length of the field and scored a minute in.
The player’s number and several others are not listed on an online roster.
IMG won the draw and made it count. Johnny Maccarone scored the goal with 8:58 to go in the third. The 7-5 lead was the Ascenders’ largest of the game.
It didn’t take the Sals long to respond. With a delayed penalty pending on IMG, Caelan Driggs found a wide-open Rowyn Nurry at the 7:19 mark. Driggs picked up another assist just 33 seconds later when he fed Zach Friend, whose scoop shot found the net. A faceoff violation gave the ball back to the Sals, and this time Driggs did the scoring, with the helper going to Ryan Metz. That took just 11 seconds and gave Salesianum a 10-7 lead, firing up the home crowd.
That was the score heading into the fourth, and the IMG goalkeeper kept it that way with a big save just seconds into the quarter. That save turned into an opportunity for the Ascenders, and they scored 23 seconds into the fourth to get back to within two.
Friend got that goal back in a hurry.
Another faceoff violation gave the ball to the Sals, and Friend restored the three-goal cushion a mere 30 seconds after the IMG tally. But Braden Erksa, who has committed to play college lacrosse at Maryland, took a pass behind the net and scored at the 8:46 mark to cut the Sals’ lead to 11-9.
The play was physical all day, and some extra contact led to the Sals being a man up. The Ascenders killed that penalty, however, staying within striking distance. For all of the blistering shots and bruising checks, IMG’s next goal was anything but. An Ascenders shot midway through the quarter caught the end of a teammate’s stick head, slowing the shot down and giving the ball a slight change of direction. That was enough to throw Sals’ keeper Ryder Sellers off-balance, and with 4:27 to go, it was a one-goal game.
IMG tied the score with 3:06 remaining after the Sals committed a faceoff violation. Erksa had that one as well. Sallies had one more man-up opportunity in the closing minutes of regulation, but they could not score.
A Sals shot was wide with 18 seconds to go, with possession going to IMG, but the Ascenders were unable to get a shot at the other end.
The IMG keeper stopped a shot 45 seconds into the four-minute first overtime, but the Sals got the ball back a minute later after a big stick check by Brayden McMahon. A shot went wide, and IMG’s last-second attempt was blocked by a Salesianum defender. The game moved to a second sudden-death extra session.
The Ascenders won the faceoff and went to work. An attacker got loose behind the Sals’ defense, took a pass and sent a shot high into the net 48 seconds in, prompting a celebration among the visitors.
Final statistics were not available late April 27. The Sals (8-1) host Delmar at 12:30 p.m. Saturday. They then travel to Cape Henlopen on Tuesday for a state-championship rematch with the Vikings.
All photos by Mike Lang.
IMG Academy at Salesianum
Rowyn Nurry bears down on the IMG netminder.
Salesianum students came out to see the game, and they made a lot of noise.
IMG Academy at Salesianum
The Sals’ Griffin McGovern has his vision impeded by the long stick of a defender. Dialog photo/Mike Lang
IMG Academy at Salesianum
Salesianum’s Ryan Cunningham battles for a draw.
The IMG goalkeeper makes a stop.
IMG at Salesianum
Rowyn Nurry of Salesianum has to follow the action through a stick head.
A step into the future for Yandex.Market / Habr
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Today, more than 13 thousand stores are connected to Yandex.Market, and more than 17 million people visit it per month (according to TNS). Serious changes are planned for the service soon: users will be able not only to select goods on Yandex.Market, but also place an order directly on the service — without going to the store website.
And stores will get a new model of interaction with the Market.
New model – Cost Per Action (CPA). Until now, partners paid for clicks to their sites (Cost Per Click, CPC). We are launching CPA placement in addition to it.
Not all stores connected to our service are used by people as often as the Market. Its interface is familiar and understandable to them. We have provided different views for it, depending on what the person is going to look for. The Market has a different interface for choosing bags and refrigerators, but there is one basket in which you can add different types of goods and order them all at once.
A model where everything can be ordered directly on the Market will make it easier for people to buy and help stores increase the number of orders. The latter will have to pay only 1% of the amount, regardless of the category of goods. This is the lowest order commission for online stores on the market. You can connect to the Market using the CPA model right now — through a special API.
Yandex.Market will not become a competitor to stores, but will continue to be a platform for their fair competition with each other. Thanks to the fact that we aggregate offers from third-party stores, develop technologies for convenient selection and comparison of goods, and implement a system of ratings and reviews, the service has contributed to the development of e-commerce in Russia, Ukraine and other countries.
Switching to the new model will give store owners a new advantage: they will be able to pay for real results and it will be easier to calculate their customer acquisition costs. Russian and Ukrainian stores that have been working with the service for at least three months and have a rating of at least three stars can connect to the Market using the CPA model.
The ability to make purchases without going to store websites will appear towards the end of this year. But the Market is a service that combines the user and partner parts. Therefore, now we are announcing new opportunities for stores to begin integration with the “Purchase on the Market” and together we can provide users with high-quality service.
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75 years of Russian hockey history in facts and figures
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Origins
Legendary All volod bobrov was one of those who helped national hockey take its first steps
first steps of national hockey with the puck it is impossible to imagine in isolation from the personality of Vsevolod Bobrov. Many of the galaxy of prominent Soviet hockey players who saw Bobrov play on the ice called him the most outstanding Russian player in history. Despite the fact that in this most multifaceted and great history of our hockey there were such blocks and giants as Yakushev, Kharlamov, Mikhailov, Maltsev, Fetisov, and further, as they say, according to the list.
But the legends about “Sevka, who did everything he wanted on the lawn and on the ice”, over the years only take on the character of some kind of fairy tale stories, despite the fact that even in the endless World Wide Web during the day with fire you can’t find not only the matches themselves , but also cuts of games 1940-1950s. “I am glad that I saw Bobrov on the ice with my own eyes. He is an outstanding athlete. I believe that he can safely be included in the top ten strongest players in the history of world hockey,” said Maurice Richard, who is considered an icon, about the first Soviet hockey player, holder of the Order of Lenin Canadian hockey. And three-time Olympic champion Vitaly Davydov admitted: “My generation came to the national team after Vsevolod Bobrov and his friends, who gilded the image of Soviet hockey, which had just risen to its feet, and we added diamonds and emeralds to this crown.”
Even now, decades later, commentators exclaim: “The puck is hammered like a bobrov.
” Photo: Dorensky Leonid / TASS
Even now, decades later, commentators exclaim: “The puck is hammered like a Bobrovsky.” So Vsevolod Bobrov really drove the discs into the web of the hockey goal, after a dashing breakthrough behind them, freeing himself from the guardianship of the defender and plunging the puck with a stick in one hand into the opposite corner. Vsevolod Bobrov, and this is also a unique record, the only athlete in history who also performed at summer (1952 years old), and at the Winter (1956) Olympic Games. Moreover, at these Games he was the captain of two teams – football and hockey. Gagarin pucks in Rus’, so aptly wrote in his long ode – a dedication to Bobrov – Yevgeny Yevtushenko.
It was Bobrov who, as a senior coach, took the USSR national team to Canada in 1972 for matches with local professionals.
According to Soviet weightlifting legend Yury Vlasov, back in the late 1940s, after hitting the board, Bobrov had a heart attack, but the courageous player attributed everything to an injury and did not go to the hospital.
All my life I suffered from heart pains, especially when I became a coach. From the bench, of course, you can see better, but you will not be able to repeat your breakthrough, “through the protection of props.”
Gone so early. At 56 years old. Remaining first. The first Great pioneer of our hockey.
Legends
Anatoly Tarasov and Viktor Tikhonov taught our teams to always be the first
In the history of Soviet and Russian hockey there were many great, brilliant, successful coaches. But the figures of Anatoly Tarasov and Viktor Tikhonov stand apart.
Coaching geniuses Anatoly Tarasov and Viktor Tikhonov are two guiding stars of our hockey. Photo: TASS (left), RIA Novosti (right)
In sports, the main thing is the result, and there is no other place than the first. This is Tarasov’s principle, which he instilled not only in several generations of hockey players, but also in all of us who consider Soviet hockey the best in the world.
Dry numbers: together with Arkady Chernyshev, Tarasov set an unsurpassed record: for nine years in a row (1963-1971), the USSR national ice hockey team under their leadership became the champion in all international tournaments.
And the idea of a Superseries with Canadian pros 1972 years old is also his, Tarasovskaya. It is a pity that Tarasov did not go to Canada for the Super Series, because he was considered “unreliable”. However, everyone perfectly understood who laid the backbone of the great team, and it’s not in vain that in the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, where Tarasov got back in the 70s, on the stand dedicated to the brilliant coach, it is written: “The world should be grateful to Russia for the fact that she gave him Tarasov…”
Vladislav Tretiak in an interview with “RG” recalled how Tarasov knew how to motivate:
– It was in the 71st year. In the decisive match we lost to the Swedes after the first period – 1:2. Tarasov went into the locker room and sang the song “Black Raven” at first quietly, then louder. And it helped. The game ended – 6:3, and we became world champions. Tarasov was a great psychologist, and for him there was first a team, all together, and then a personality.
USSR national team, 1971. From left to right in the 1st row: coach Anatoly Tarasov, Valery Kharlamov, Boris Mikhailov, Vladimir Shadrin, Vitaly Davydov, Viktor Konovalenko, Vladislav Tretyak and others. Photo: TASS newsreel
Another person who was loved, hated, but his opinion was always taken into account is Viktor Vasilyevich Tikhonov. A modest Dynamo defender turned into a brilliant coach. With his charisma, excellent understanding of the game, the tough, sometimes cruel will that he imposes on his players, he stood out even against the background of the mighty galaxy of Russian colleagues who confidently stood at the hockey boards at that happy time for us.
He was branded ruthless. Formed national teams without any discounts for past merits. The stars not invited to the team were offended, the newspapers were full of reproaches, the fans could whistle, call them “boa” for always tightly tied tie. And only then did the ill-wishers notice that he, Tikhonov, extinguished the tired stars at the right time – for them and for the national team..jpg)
The heroes left in their prime, and not already won back empty flowers.
And this exacting cruelty attracted the gold metal. Viktor Vasilievich did not recognize any duets and other triumvirates in coaching. He was responsible for everything and everyone. He won the Olympics three times, the world championship eight times, his, Tikhonovsky, CSKA won the national championships 13 times.
Particularly striking was our Olympic victory in 1992 in Albertville. It only remained to be horrified by the post-Soviet confusion in which the whole, not only hockey, team gathered on the move, performing without an anthem and a flag. But with a brilliant coach, who, forgive me, other hockey players, in fact, one Bykov’s troika (and what a troika – Bykov and Khomutov) won unexpectedly, and how confidently, first place.
Yes, he was accused of inflexibility. Why doesn’t he release the best Soviet, then Russian players in the NHL? Arrogant agents, such as Sergei Levin, came from there, beckoned our unspoiled guys, blasphemed the head coach, and the clubs that prepared the guys got a skinny zilch.
It was against this that Viktor Vasilyevich fought to the last.
At times there was a howl. Why Tikhonov drives the players? Such huge loads are not needed. And what? Loads are reduced. As well as sports results.
He was accused of dictatorship, in the undivided rule of CSKA. But after the departure of Viktor Vasilyevich, regardless of whether money was poured into the Red Machine or not, the club rarely remained a flagship. In short, without him our hockey became worse. And Tikhonov experienced it painfully.
On Vagankovo he rested not far from his comrades and like-minded people. And we really miss Viktor Vasilyevich. The modern hockey generation is indebted to him. The best way to pay back is to do at the 2022 Winter Olympics what he did at 1984th, 1988 and 1992. Tikhonov believed that under certain conditions, including the manifestation of sports fanaticism by hockey players, this is achievable.
Records
75 years of history in facts and figures
Perhaps nothing reflects the greatness of domestic hockey so vividly as a huge number of records and achievements that our players left behind.
We present only a few of them.
9 Olympic victories on account of our team. Only Canadians have the same number.
6 three-time Olympic champions are known in the history of world hockey. These are Anatoly Firsov, Vitaly Davydov, Viktor Kuzkin, Alexander Ragulin and Vladislav Tretyak.
27 victories at the world championships were won by the national team (USSR/Russia). Our most principled rivals, the Canadians, have the same number. Note that the USSR national team took part in 34 world championships and never returned home without medals.
9 world championships in a row, with 1963 to 1971, the USSR team won. This is a record winning streak that has not been beaten so far.
Goalkeeper Vladislav Tretyak and defender Alexander Ragulin became world champions 10 times . No one else can boast of such an achievement.
192 points (89 goals and 103 assists) scored by the legendary Valery Kharlamov at the Olympic Games and World Championships.
This is a record performance in the two major tournaments.
100 goals in 10 matches scored by the USSR national team at the World Cup-1973.
9 national hockey players are inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, Canada. This is more than any other European country.
36 of our compatriots are included in the Hall of Fame of the International Ice Hockey Federation. This is the largest representation of any country.
Vyacheslav Fetisov became the standard defender for future generations. Photo: Dmitry Donskoy / RIA Novosti
Person
Tretiak is the best player of the 20th century
The history of hockey knows no shortage of outstanding personalities. It is all the more honorable that the International Federation recognized our Vladislav Tretiak as the best player of the 20th century. But if you look closely – did she have a choice?
Vladislav Tretiak burst into the national team at the age of 17.
Photo: TASS Newsreel
The current president of the Russian Hockey Federation has become world champion ten times, and in total he has 13 medals from world championships. Four more sets of Olympic awards (three of them of the highest standard) make Tretiak the most titled hockey player in history.
Vladislav Aleksandrovich burst into the national team at the age of 17. He took the first “gold” of the world championships in 1970, the last – in 1983. He shone in the famous 1972 Super Series and was most directly involved in the humiliation of the Canadians in the 1981 Canada Cup final, which ours won 8-1.
Zvezda
In 2021, there was another high-profile anniversary – the Russian Rocket
In the center of Moscow, not far from the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, there is a cozy Georgian restaurant. Previously, it was almost impossible to get there from the street. True, there was a way to get a table without tedious waiting and reservation. Password: “I’m from Bure.
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Pavel Bure is still one of the brightest and most beloved hockey players. Photo: Alexander Shcherbak / TASS
Pavel often went into the kitchen himself and admitted that he loves to watch how delicious dishes are made from under the chef’s knife. The female chef always retorted to this: “You, Pasha, are also the chef, but in your own hockey.”
This year the famous Russian hockey player Pavel Bure celebrated his 50th birthday. In addition, the two-time Olympic medalist was elected to the board of the International Ice Hockey Federation. In modern times, this is another reason to raise a glass.
Alas, his playing career officially ended 16 years ago, but Bure is still one of the brightest and most beloved hockey players. It so happened that he was not destined to collect an armful of titles and win “all the” gold “of the world.” He only once won the “gold” of the World Championship, stopped a step away from the Stanley Cup and victory at the Olympic Games.
But how many people would fall under his charm on both sides of the Atlantic. Suffice it to say that the fans of Vancouver and Florida, the National Hockey League teams for which the Russian played, recognized him as the best player in the history of these clubs.
Playing Tempest was as breathtaking as driving at breakneck speed. In the end, it was not for nothing that Pavel was nicknamed the Russian rocket. He was also admired by the main player in the history of North American hockey, Wayne Gretzky. As Bure himself said, Gretzky was ready to extend his career for another year if the Russian was traded to the New York Rangers in 1999. It didn’t fit. Bure eventually moved to the Rangers, but three years later. And with Gretzky, he ended up playing on the same line, but only in the All-Star Game.
Pavel Bure at the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. Photo: Alexander Yakovlev / TASS
The career of the Russian rocket itself turned out to be disappointingly short. Due to constant problems with his knees, Pavel Bure ended hockey at the age of 32.
Incredibly early: you understand this especially well when looking at Alexander Ovechkin, who shines at a much more respectable age. But even in the allotted time, Bure managed a lot. He won the National Hockey League regular season top scorer title twice and nearly led Vancouver to the Stanley Cup. In the Russian national team, his finest hour struck at the Winter Games-1998 in Nagano. Five goals against the Finns in the semi-finals of the Olympic tournament have long been included in the treasury of domestic and world hockey.
…By the way, in that same restaurant there is always a table with a “Reserve” sign. Especially for Pasha.
Perspective
17-year-old Michkov is already breaking records
No matter what happens in Russian hockey, talents in our country will never run out. The next one is on its way. Matvey Michkov is only 17 years old, and he is compared with might and main to superstars like Alexander Ovechkin and Nikita Kucherov. And not without reason: after all, Matvey has already broken some of the records of the mentioned players.
Photo: Petr Kovalev/ TASS
St. Petersburg SKA spotted the child prodigy last year, luring him away from Lokomotiv Yaroslavl. And the whole country has already learned about it. To begin with, Michkov, as part of SKA-1946, rewrote several records of the Youth Hockey League (MHL). In January, he broke the under-17 goal scoring record, and in February he surpassed the goalscoring record in the same age category. Remarkably, the previous owner of both achievements was Nikita Kucherov.
Matvey continued to perform feats in the national team, becoming the leader of the national team at the 2021 Youth World Championship. Ours took silver there, but Michkov definitely has nothing to reproach himself with. In seven matches, he scored 16 (12+4) points and won the title of top scorer and sniper of the tournament. And the organizers recognized him as the most valuable player and the best striker of the World Cup.
Recently, our illustrious veteran Valery Kamensky said that we need to talk less about Michkov, but what if he has already burst into the main national team.
