College Hockey Inc.
Top 12 Stories in 2012
Our most popular articles and resources for fans and prospective players.

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BC fans celebrate their 2012 national championship in Tampa. (Photo by Larry Radloff)

As we look back at calendar year 2012, we take a look at the most popular articles on our site in that time. What they reflect, we hope, is a mix of information and resources that highlight all that college hockey has to offer.

In case you missed any, here were our top 12 most-read stories in 2012:

1. 10 Steps to a Great Hockey Resume

Published in 2011, this remains a timeless story with advice on the best way for a prospective player to reach out to a college coach.

2. Our State-by-State MVPs

Coinciding with Hockey Weekend Across America, we look at the top players in Division I from all 50 states - or at least the 40 represented on Division I rosters.

3. Elite Player Development

A look at all of the factors that make college hockey such a successful player development path.

4. First Class, by Design

Renovations and new construction keep college hockey facilities state-of-the-art.

5. Camp Checklist

Our list of need-to-know topics for prospects considering attending a CHL camp while maintaining NCAA eligibility.

6. Recruiting Tips: Common Mistakes

In the most popular video thus far in our Recruiting Tips series, Bowling Green assistant coach Ty Eigner talks about what can turn him off about a prospect.

7. Taking the Prep School Path

Our look at one popular route to college hockey, via prep school.

8. Record 300 Alums Play in NHL

This number - which increased to 301 when Chris Kreider jumped into the Stanley Cup playoffs - continues a positive trend for college hockey.

9. Top Preseason Storylines

Our look at what to watch for in the 2012-13 season.

10. Developing Story: Daniel Spivak

The most-read entry in our popular Developing Story series looked at the gains made by RIT's Daniel Spivak in the weight room.

11. Frozen Four Storylines

Our look ahead to Tampa and the compelling stories that played out in the Frozen Four.

12. Keep Your Options Open

More than two years old now, the message in this story still rings true.