News, notes and scouting reports from the top teams out of the Middle America District for 18U, 16U, and 15U.
18u
Culver Academy - 12-4-0
Culver is 9-1 in their last 10 games and have really been rounding into mid-season form. At the Prep Hockey Conference Showcase recently, they handled South Kent, Northwood and Mount St. Charles setting them up for an exciting December.
Phil Lalonde has been a stand out for Culver accumulating 15 points this season. Lalonde is a big body who has shown a tremendous offensive upside. Being a dual citizen of USA and Canada, he will be a popular Junior Hockey Recruit, whose best hockey is still ahead of him. Defenseman Larry Keenan has also been a steady force on the backend, and was recently listed as a C rated prospects on the 2023 NHL Central Scouting players to watch list.