The Northbrook Bluehawks have hired Allan Hirsch to be the head coach of the Bantam 2 team for the 2022-2023 season, Hockey Director Cody Murphy announced today.

Hirsch grew up playing youth hockey in the Chicagoland area. His playing background includes AAA hockey where he won state championships in 2017 with the Chicago Mission U18 team. He then went on to play D3 ACHA hockey at Hope College where he won 3 national championships in 5 seasons.

"I am very excited for this next step in my hockey career. I cannot wait to work with my players to develop skill and heart, on and off the ice. Looking forward to a fantastic season. Go Bluehawks!" - Allan Hirsch

"Bringing Allan onboard is exciting for our organization. Another local guy who made his way through the ranks, fresh off winning a national championship. He understands what it means to be a part of a team. We're excited for how he can develop our players." - Cody Murphy

Want to sharpen your skills, get extra ice time and have some summer hockey fun? Get ready for summer skates with Cody! Summer skates will run Tuesdays and Thursdays from July 12 to August 4 (8 skates total per level). Skills, scrimmages and small area games! Signup up for 4 skates and attend the sessions of your choice or signup for all 8! All sessions will be at the Northbrook Sports Center.

4 sessions: $120 skaters/$60 goalies
8 sessions: $240 skaters/$120 goalies

Mites/Squirts: Tuesdays 6:40-7:40 pm/Thursdays 4:10-5:10pm

Peewees: Tuesdays 7:50-8:50pm/Thursdays 5:20-6:20pm

Bantams: Tuesdays 9:00-10:00pm/Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm

The Northbrook Bluehawks have hired Luke Sandler to be head coach of the Bantam AA team for the 2022-23 season, Hockey Director Cody Murphy announced today.

Sandler brings a wealth of knowledge and energy to the Northbrook Bluehawks coaching staff. He has played at some of the highest levels of hockey throughout his career including AAA, NAHL, BCHL, USHL, NCAA Division I, and professionally in the ECHL with the Kalamazoo Wings. 

"I'm excited to begin the season. I want our team to play hard and fast. I had the chance to see a lot of our Bluehawks players at the Battle of the Border tournament this past spring and I'm excited for the potential in the fall," says Head Coach Luke Sandler.

The organization is now requiring Bluehawks Warm Ups for games and tournaments. As a result, all travel players will need a Bluehawks Warm-Up set from Pure Hockey for the coming season. If you bought a new one last year (Dark Blue Bauer Warm-Ups) from Pure Hockey, you do not need a new one. Many players have the old, light blue warms which are no longer used.

Bantam 1: Luke Sandler
Bantam 2: Allan Hirsch
Bantam 3: Woody Steinken

Peewee 1: Cody Murphy
Peewee 2: Kevin Memolo

Squirt 1: Cody Murphy
Squirt 2: Mike Noonan
Squirt 3: Bob Anderson

Mite 1: Ken Johnson
Mite 2: Ken Johnson

Goalie: Rob Schmidt

What an incredible evening celebrating Jesse Compher and kicking off her Grow the Game Initiative! Enjoy the pictures and excellent video compilation linked below!

It wouldn’t have happened without the help from many volunteers and Northbrook businesses! THANK YOU!

All photos (credit to Brian Laarveld): https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjzPPJr

Brian Laarveld picture compilation can be seen below!

What an incredible turnout for Try Hockey for Free!  We are so grateful to Jesse Compher for sharing her love of the game with so many young children in our community! Check out the full gallery of wonderful pictures by Brian Laarveld at this link

Now sign up for Spring session and fall in love a little more!

Photo credit for below pictures to Karie Angel Luc and Brian Laarveld

Congratulations to Bluehawks Bantam AA CHAMPIONS!!  What a season and playoff run!  

"I am extremely excited to be the next Northbrook Bluehawks Hockey Director. I have high aspirations for what this program can be and am fully committed to enhancing and building off what we already have. I have a vision for this program to be one of, if not, the most competitive programs in the state and I will do everything in my power to help our players develop, have a great experience, and win. I look forward to meeting you all soon." -Cody Murphy  

Congratulations to Bluehawks Alumni and Northbrook Native, Jesse Compher on her silver medal win  in the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics!!!  Let's go USA Women's Hockey!!!  

Respect your referee's! That referee is somebody’s kid… Remember why we are here and don’t spoil the love of the game verbally abusing the ref’s. Show respect. Be kind. Have fun!

SAVE THE DATE! The Bluehawks are proud to be walking in Northbrook’s 4th of July parade this year. All Bluehawk families and friends are invited to join the fun!

Sign up here to walk in the parade with the Bluehawks!  

The parade kicks off at 2:30 pm at Cherry and Western. More details to follow. If you have any questions, please contact Annie Caruso at anniemcaruso@gmail.com.

Sign up today for Summer Hockey!  Choose your week(s) and have some fun!  Sign up here!

The July board meeting is currently scheduled for July 11 @ 8:00pm at the Northbrook Sports Center. Contact Seamus Caruso with questions. (scaruso@northbrookbluehawks.org)

We want to hear your thoughts Bluehawks Family.  We have opened our Bluehawks Virtual Suggestion and Comment Box.  Please leave suggestions and comments on the Google Form for the NBHL President and Vice President to review.  Let's all be a part of making our program great!  

Sign up today to volunteer for a Bluehawks event or committee!  Let's all get involved and make our program the best it can be!