As promised, here is the first recap from last season.

One of the things that always gets talked about whenever Air Force plays BSU is the “Battle of the Serratore’s”…it never fails. Frank and Tom are two of the most charismatic coaches in college hockey. Maybe it’s because they’re Italians from the Range. Maybe it’s because they’ve had to work hard for what they’ve achieved.

Frank has taken a situation that hasn’t been very good for many coaches…and made it a great program. It’s not easy to recruit great players to the Academy. Look at the number of pro signings that BSU has had in the past few seasons. NONE of those players would be able to play at Air Force. If you have aspirations of playing pro hockey, you don’t sign at Air Force. For those that don’t know, once your days are done at the Academy, you then need to fulfill a five-year commitment to the Air Force.

Don’t get me wrong, after those five years, you can write your ticket to life. Employers like the fact that an Air Force grad is committed, works hard, and has a solid work ethic. Chances are, if you hire an Air Force grad, they won’t be calling in sick all the time!

But, how many 18 year olds want to make that commitment? Not many. That’s what makes watching Air Force play hockey so much fun. Are they the best hockey players around…no. Do they work hard…you bet! Add to that the story of Jacques Lamoureux and you have an enjoyable weekend of hockey!

For the Jacques Lamoureux story, click here.