Former Dog -Troy Parchman: Making it big in the Windy City

Thursday, February 01, 2007

by Devin Heroux, U of Saskatchewan Sports Info Assistant
It was humble beginnings for Troy Parchman. The product of Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, and now equipment manager of the Chicago Blackhawks, has had quite an illustrious career, a career that started right here at the University of Saskatchewan.

Parchman had finished high school, and headed north to Saskatoon, where he would enter the U of S, not too sure exactly what he wanted to be doing, but knew it had to involve sports. In 1982 Parchman got a big break, and would end up becoming the Huskies football and hockey equipment manager. This is what paved the way for what would become his life job, and life love.

It was a lot of work for Parchman as he tried to earn a degree, and take care of all the equipment for two of the biggest sports teams on campus. His hard work wouldn’t go unnoticed however, as in 1988, he would get his second big break, receiving news that the Canadian national hockey team would like him as their equipment manager. The news was thrilling for Parchman. From 1988 to 1994, he served as equipment manager with the national program, where he worked consecutive World Hockey Championships from 1991-94.

His experience with the University and the Canadian national hockey team would allow him to expand his knowledge of what it took to be the best in the business, and his name was getting around quickly. Before long Parchman would be using his expertise in the biggest sporting event in the world, the Olympics.

After taking part in the 1992 and 1994 Olympics, Parchman looked for something a little more concrete, a job that would allow him to stay in one place with his wife. That’s when he got the offer with the Chicago Blackhawks.

Parchman has no idea when the phone will ring next to ask him if he wants to be a part of another World Championship or Olympics. For right now, he loves his job with the Blackhawks, but would be more than willing to take part, in say, another Olympics if he had the chance. He does, however, admit that if it weren’t for the University of Saskatchewan, and the chance he received with the Hockey and Football teams, he would not be where he is today.

“CALL TO HUSKIE HOCKEY ALUMNI: YOUR BOOK IS NOW READY!”

“CALL TO HUSKIE HOCKEY ALUMNI: YOUR BOOK IS NOW READY!”

On Wednesday evening 29 November at 7:00 p.m. at beily’s pub and grill (2404 Eighth Street East) there will be a wine and cheese gathering to celebrate the official launch of DOGS ON ICE: A HISTORY OF HOCKEY AT UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN. The business attire gathering will enable the media, current players, former players, and fans to celebrate the publication of this volume which captures 97 years of Huskie Hockey in 275 pages with over 70 photographs. The book has
been made possible thanks to Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame and Museum’s Sports History Project and “Friends of the Huskies.”

All former players are welcome to attend free of charge. Just phone or e-mail Shannon Seymour (6:00-9:00 p.m. at 306-374-9061; seym.s@sasktel.net) before 26 November to reserve a place.

The evening will feature introductions by Rutherford Rink announcer par excellence Bruce Gordon, a brief presentation by the book’s author/editor P. J. Kennedy, and a story or two from project co-ordinator Bill Seymour. The evening will conclude with sale of books and autographing by Kennedy and Seymour.

A second event to be held on Saturday 2 December will feature Kennedy and Seymour
selling and autographing books at the women’s hockey game (2:00 p.m.) and men’s game
(7:00 p.m.) against University of Manitoba at Rutherford Rink.

If you are unable to attend the launch or Rutherford Rink autographing sessions, books should be on sale starting the next day at University of Saskatchewan Book Store, the on-campus shop at Place Riel , and The Huskie Store at Mid-Town Plaza.

The books retail for $ 40.00 (GST included) with 100% of all sales at beily’s and Rutherford Rink going to Huskie Hockey scholarships and the men’s and women’s hockey programmes. Get the book as a gift for Christmas or just as way to celebrate your part in the ongoing Huskie legacy. Support Dog Hockey buy your copy of DOGS ON ICE: A HISTORY OF HOCKEY AT
UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN.

Alumni Jerseys!

Greetings Dog Alumni. Over 40 fellas have ordered and recieved their Alumni jersey(s). They look and feel great! I am in the process of processing the next oder and again want to get as many guys in on it as possible. Namely, it would be great for a lot of the Alumni in Calgary to order. If we can get it done soon we can have a shipment ready to bring to Cow Town in January for our annual Alumni weekend get together.
The cost per jersey is $110.00. Socks are $15.00 per pair. Let me know a.s.a.p. what you might be interested in for jersey(s), sizes, and number.
Options for sizing are L, XL, XXL, and Goal Cut jerseys. 90% of the jerseys odered already have been the XL size. Email me at csbmoroz@yahoo.ca or call me at 653-3100 if you have any questions.

Take care. GO DOGS!

Rozy (Clint Moroz)

Alumni Jerseys In!!!

They will be distribute within the next week or so. If they're too big,let me know and I'll resize them somehow. If any alumni want jersey(s) the next order will be ready sometime in December. That's all for now.

Rozy

Alumni Dog Beuker - CIS leading scorer signs with German pro team

University of Saskatchewan Huskies forward Dean Beuker has announced his signing with the Essen Moskitos of the Bundesliga, the second division in Germany. Former Huskies to go on to play in the Bundas league include Jason Becker and Jeremy Stasiuk. (Note: Becker went to the Elite Ice Hockey League in the UK for two years before coming back to Germany to join the Heilbronn Falcons in 2005-06. Stasiuk has played the last two years with the Rosenheim Star Bulls.)

After a four-year career with the Huskies, Beuker is looking forward to heading across the waters. "I wanted to pursue hockey [after school]... it'll be a different hockey adventure," said Beuker, who departs for Germany Sunday morning. "It's a great opportunity for travel and to see Europe. Troy [Walkington, Huskies assistant coach] helped a lot with making sure it was a good place and a stable team. It's going to be different... it'll just be hockey for a living, and not school and playing hockey. And not to have all my friends and family around... that will be the hardest part. There will be an adjustment period."

Beuker had a hugely successful career with the Huskies, completing 2005-06 tied for the CIS lead with a career-high 47 points in 27 conference games, while picking up only seven penalties and spending a grand total of 30 minutes in the box. For that, he was presented the R.W. Pugh Award for Most Sportsmanlike Player in the CIS. The 25-year-old was also named to the first all-Canadian team, marking his fourth selection in as many years as a CIS national all-star. Beuker was the CIS rookie of the year in 2002-03, and was crowned CIS scoring champion a year ago with 46 points.

For more information on the Essen Moskitos visit: http://www.moskitos-essen.de

Former Hockey Coach - Acting Director of Huskie Athletics appointed

The University of Saskatchewan College of Kinesiology today approved the
appointment of William (Bill) Seymour, long-time Saskatoon resident and
well-respected coach and teacher, as the Acting Director of Huskie Athletics
for the next ten months.

"Bill brings a broad range of coaching and leadership experience to this
position," said U of S Kinesiology Dean, Carol Rodgers. "His expertise will
be an asset to Huskie Athletics and the University."

A native of Saskatchewan, Seymour holds a Bachelor of Education and a
post-graduate diploma from the University of Saskatchewan. He spent the past
30 years teaching and counselling in Saskatoon high schools, and has 25
years of hockey, football, cross-country, track and field coaching
experience, including six years with the Huskie hockey team.

In addition to his experience as the Canada West Convener for Men's Ice
Hockey, and his role as the Educational Representative for the Western
Hockey League's Saskatoon Blades, he has served on various organizing
committees for sports events including three years as the host city for the
CIS Men's Hockey finals, the Memorial Cup, and the 2009 World Junior bid.

This past year, along with writer/editor P.J. (Michael) Kennedy, he has been
the Research Coordinator at the College of Kinesiology for the upcoming book
entitled: Dogs on Ice: A History of Hockey at University of Saskatchewan,
that will be published to commemorate the University's centenary in 2007.

Seymour, who takes up the position on August 22nd, said: "I am delighted to
have this opportunity to assist Huskie Athletics in achieving its goals. I
look forward to making a positive and valuable contribution."

Huskie Hockey Alumni Golf Tournament (Saskatoon)- Thursday, July 6

The seventh annual Hockey Alumni Golf Tournament will take place at the Willows Golf and Country Club on Thursday, July 6. We are presently looking for prize, and tee and green sponsors. This is an excellent fundraiser for Huskie Hockey and an excellent chance to come socialize with past and present players.

Format
* 130.00 per player
(golf, cart, supper, gift, beverage)
* Texas Scramble – submit
your own teams of three.
(Note: two threesomes will play on each hole.)
* Two long drive holes.
* Two closest to the pin holes.
* Driving Range included.
* Supper @ 6:15 p.m.
* Prize Presentation and Social
to follow.

Tee/Green Sponsors and Teams of three discounts. Phone for details.
All money raised will go into the “Dog” Hockey Alumni Fund. Thank you for your involvement in making this tournament an annual event.

For more information:
Dan Leier
(306) 374-3839
or
Shannon Briske
(306) 241-1445
or
Trevor Winkler
(306) 373-4621

Huskie Hockey Alumni Golf Tournament (Calgary) -10th Annual Rob Chapman Memorial Golf Tournament

U of S HUSKIES HOCKEY ALUMNI (Calgary)
10th Annual Rob Chapman Memorial Golf Tournament

DATE: Monday May 29, 2006

We welcome your participation in the 10th Annual Huskies Hockey Alumni Golf Tournament to be held Monday, May 29, 2006 at Lakeside Golf Club (Chestermere) starting at 12:30pm. The tournament has been named in the honor of Rob Chapman, a fellow hockey alumni and a good friend.

Proceeds from this year's tournament shall be donated to:
(1) Huskie Hockey $1,500
(2) Remainder to a charity to be determined - in the past years we have sent financial assistance to the Fenske family in Thompson, Manitoba to help with medical and equipment costs related to Denis' wife Don's illness. Proceeds in the early years of the tournament were used to fund an education trust fund for Rob Chapman's daughters who were both seven years old at the time of his passing.

LOCATION: LAKESIDE GOLF CLUB - CHESTERMERE

FIRST TEE TIME: 12:30 PM

ENTRY FEE: $125.00 DINNER ONLY: $35.00
INCLUDES: Green Fee & Prizes
BBQ Steak Dinner @ 6:30pm

ENTRY DEADLINE: May 23, 2006 (LIMITED TO +/-40 GOLFERS)

SEND ENTRIES TO:
DELL CHAPMAN or KEN HOBDAY
215 Aspen Green 1284 Deer River Circle S.E.
Calgary, Alberta Calgary, Alberta
T3Z 3C1 T2J 6Z1
FAX: (403) 770 - 2051 FAX: (403) 271-1036
TEL: (403) 303 - 3267 TEL: (403) 271 - 1063
e-mail:dchapman@berensenergy.com e-mail: khobday@gseworld.com

REGISTRATION: (use one form for your foursome, threesome, twosome, or single)

NAME TEL FAX HANDICAP*

1.______|_________|_______|_______
2.______|_________|_______|_______
3.______|_________|_______|_______
4.______|_________|_______|_______
*Our sophisticated handicap system only requires your handicap if this is the first year you
are playing in our tournament. NO whining and snivelling allowed regarding handicaps.

Enclose your cheque(s) with your entry payable to:
U of S HUSKIES HOCKEY ALUMNI

DONATE PRIZES: YES _____ NO_____
As always, contributions to the prize table are welcome.

CASH DONATION/HOLE SPONSORSHIP ($100) YES _____ NO_____



U of S Huskies Hockey Alumni (Calgary)
10th Annual Rob Chapman Memorial Golf Tournament

RULES
FORMAT:

Two best ball net on all holes EXCEPT PAR 3’s where you score the two worst balls net.

Please keep individual scores as well.

Play from the blue tees.

Ties broken with a count back from the 18th hole with the low hole score winning the count back. Gonz tells me this is something called regression.

MULLIGANS:

Mulligans are not available for sale. However, we provide 2 free with each entry fee. They are to be used 1 per nine per player.

HECKLING:

Allowed.

PRIZES:
From our always generous prize table:

Low group
High group
Long putt 18th hole
9th hole
Long drive in the fairway <15 handicap 3rd hole
Long drive in the fairway >15 handicap 17th hole
KP (closest to the hole) 6th hole
11th hole
Low gross individual Huskie for the big trophy.
Low gross
Low net
Other prizes and awards (abuse) - at the discretion of the tournament committee.