OUR STARTING LINEUP NHL NEW ENGLAND JUNIORS Model program 30 The Junior Bruins thrive on and off the ice in the USPHL. A Quick study 16 The Cup shine dimming, Jonathan Quick aims to help the L.A. Kings get their groove back. Plus: Bruins: Frank Vatrano ..... 12 Bruins Clubhouse ........... 14 PREP PREVIEW HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW New England preps boasts a talented crop of blueliners hoping to follow in the path of Noah Hanifin. Underdogs offer key lessons for teams across the region; plus, six state previews. 32 46 BORDERS: SHANNON SHININ' 18 Former Boston College icer Ryan Shannon has won a Cup in North America and hoisted the top trophy in the shadow of the Alps. Most importantly, he's found a balance of the sport he loves and family life. December 2015 DEPARTMENTS Around the Region ................ 6 NEHJ XX ................................... 8 Jaffe's Take ............................. 10 Hockey East ........................... 20 ECAC Hockey ........................ 22 Atlantic Hockey .................... 24 Div. 3 Colleges ...................... 28 Prep Girls ............................... 44 Buyer's Guide ........................ 50 The Goalie Guru ................... 58 The Hockey Mom ................. 59 Hockey Nutrition ................. 60 Hangin' Out With .................. 62 www.hockeyjournal.com 3