> Cloquet, MN. Growing up Derek went to UMD hockey games and did what
> all the small kids did. He stood by while the players walked in and out
> of the rink, the players, Tom Kurvers, Brett Hull, Dave Watson, and many
^^^^
Bill? Should this be
in reference to the hobey winner from UMD in '83(?). UMD already has had
2 hobey winners, but from what I've seen Derek, is the more exciting than
any of them.
> more made an impression of kindness and sportsmanship upon the small
> young player. Since DP was a freshman he has grown 4 inches, filled
> out and became the type of player for others to follow. He's a leader
> by example, a role model for the young kids who watch the team file
> in and out of the arena, and shows modesty in his accomplishments.
> My vote goes to DP because of what he has given, not only to Duluth
> hockey, but to the Northland community, a young, modest, determined
> leader who is as exciting as any Bulldog ever.
Matthew Evans
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Minnesota '89
UMinnesota Duluth '92
UWisconsin Milwaukee '00
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