Traditions

The MVP Life Jacket is a gold life jacket with the Maroon Flying C on the left breast, and is awarded at the end of every game for the Chippewas, given to the player deemed to be the most valuable in the teams effort for that night. While Hockey indeed is a team sport, there are certain individuals who contribute more towards earning the win that night, and the Jacket is given in honor of their efforts. Earning the golden life jacket is an achievement that every Chippewa is expected to strive for. Here are this year's recipients of the Jacket thus far, and how they recieved it.

Sept 18th vs SVSU:

Tyler Carr (Defenseman #10): Two goals in the game, and was all over the ice in comeback 4-3 win for CMU.

Sept 19th @ SVSU:

Travis Gilmer (Forward #15): 3 goals in hostile territory to earn the Hat Trick and help CMU win 5-4.

Sept 24th @ Adrian Black:

Zach Lietz (Goaltender #35): Impenetrable wall in the goal for the Chippewas, facing a relentless attack from the Bulldogs. 39 Saves on 40 shots in 3-1 win for CMU.

Sept 26th vs Michigan State:

Nate Allgaier (Forward #6/91): 2 goals, including first goal for CMU after falling 2-0, and game winner with 4.8 seconds left in the third in 4-3 comeback win for CMU.

October 2nd @ Davenport:

The Blue Line (Cody Delorenzo, Travis Gilmer, Ryan Morse): Line combined to be a high scoring one for the Chips, as Ryan and Travis each had a goal, and Cody had an assist. 8-4 comeback win for CMU.

November 14th @ Michigan

Travis Gilmer (Forward #15): Finally broke his scoring drought to score two goals in the third period, as CMU went on to beat Michigan 7-1.

The Hardest Worker Helmet is a gold hard hat awarded to the individual on the team who put their full effort on the ice during every moment they were on the ice, and while not the main reason for the win, was one of the ultimate factors, and was a guaranteed work horse every time they were out on the ice. A Chippewa is expected to work like a dog, and strive for success every time the puck comes near them to earn the Hardest Worker Helmet. Listed are this year's recipients of the Hardest Worker Helmet, and how they earned it.

Sept 18th vs SVSU:

Tyler Everlove (Goaltender #31): Faced a relentless barrage of shots from the Cardinals, allowing 3 goals, but played strong down the strech to earn the win for CMU, 4-3.

Sept 19th @ SVSU:

Ryan Tyrer (Forward #11): Skated hard every shift and contributed a point on the stat sheet by way of an assist in a 5-4 comeback victory for CMU.

Sept 24th @ Adrian Black:

Caleb Bentley (Defenseman #14): Played a vital role on Defense blocking shots and playing the puck for CMU to survive against Adrian Black, 3-1.

Sept 26th vs Michigan State:

Dalton Sutherland (Forward #4): Netted the game tying goal at the 1:58 mark of the 3rd period for his first career goal as a Chippewa, leading to a come-from-behind win for CMU, 4-3.

October 2nd @ Davenport:

Nickolas Wink (Forward #61): Forechecked well and forced turnovers in Grand Rapids. His aggressive play helped lead to chances for the Chippewas, and was a part of their 8-4 road win.

November 14th @ Michigan

Aaron Grady (Forward #91): Played his first game of the season, and played on the top line. Despite not getting on the scoreboard, looked impressive going forward in the season. CMU won at Michigan 7-1.