We want you to choose who the top boys ice hockey players were at each position this winter. Vote in the polls below for each position. Think we left someone out? Let us know by writing the players name in the other text area in the poll.
Andi Attenasio, Pentucket: Averaged 8.9 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.0 steals per game and scored 20 points against Masconomet and 18 points against Ipswich, two of the top teams in Eastern Mass.
Allie Beaulieu, Swampscott: The closest thing the North Shore has to a "point forward", Beaulieu can beat opponents from the perimeter, on the drive, or with defense.
Dani Ciccone, Manchester Essex: Ciccone led the Hornets in scoring at 10.1 ppg. She carried her team to the Division 4 state title game by averaging 17 points and 17 rebounds in the postseason.
Breanna Comeau, Amesbury: The offensive star of the Indians tandem, was one of 14 finalists in Massachusetts for All-America status.
Lindsey Consoles, Peabody: One-half of Peabody's twin towers with Kristen Federico, the 6-foot-1 Consoles played a strong all-around game.
Kirsten Daamen, Pentucket: She once again lived up to her nickname "The Daaminator" as her coach John McNamara said she may be the most intimidating post player in the state.
Meredith DeAngelis, Masconomet: An unsung hero for the Chieftains, DeAngelis often defended players much bigger than her.
Breezy Dwyer, Beverly: A three-year starter in the middle for the Panthers, Dwyer did most of her damage on the boards and on the defensive end.
Kristen Federico, Peabody: Six-foot-1 center on one of the most balanced teams on the North Shore, Federico was tough to stop in the post and on the glass
Tia Nelson, Rockport: Nelson averaged 13.5 ppg for the Vikings and was the team's lone reliable scorer.
Tara Nimkar, Swampscott: Junior averaged more than 18 points per game with an offensive arsenal that included an equally tough inside and outside game.
Taryn O'Connell, Georgetown: Eclipsed the 1,000-point mark on her final basket of the season.
Janelle Rodriguez, Peabody: A budding star, Rodriguez was a solid role player as a sophomore.
Amanda Saab, Salem, NH: The 5-10 junior All-Class L forward averaged 16.4 points per game for the Blue Devils and is being pursued by Division 2 colleges.
Amber Smith, Ipswich: North Shore's leading scorer has already scored 1,337 career points in three seasons and is being recruited by some Division 1 colleges.
Caroline Stewart, Masconomet: Most polished player on the North Shore led Masco to 62 wins in three years. Headed to Division 1 Boston University on scholarship.
Sam Wheeler, Timberlane: The 6-0 senior forward ended her career with 1,200 points. The University of Maine-bound Wheeler, The Eagle-Tribune's scoring champ, averaged 18.5 points per game for the Owls and was a force on the boards.
Nicki Wurdeman, Triton: For her senior year Wurdeman averaged 17 points, 10 rebounds, nearly three blocks and two steals per game. The 17 points a night were also good enough for second in the Cape Ann League and accounted for an astounding 40 percent of her team's average output each night.
Nicole Zahoruiko, North Andover: The 5-9 junior forward was impressive for a much-improved Scarlet Knights squad. She averaged 15.4 points per game despited frequent double-teaming.
Katie Zenevitch, Central Catholic: The 6-2 sophomore center was outstanding down the stretch. Considered by some the top schoolgirl in Massachusetts, she's already been offered scholarships by Boston College and Holy Cross.
Lizzy Ball, Manchester Essex: Ball was second on the Hornets in scoring at 10 ppg and handled the point guard duties during the postseason.
Taylor Bresnahan, Newburyport: Tied with Taylor Hickman for team lead in scoring (8.1 points per game) and helped the Clippers return to the state tournament after a one year hiatus
Annie Burns, Masconomet: Managed the game better than any other player in the area, and had a deadly touch from 3-point range.
Hannah Cain, Gloucester: Cain led the Fishermen in scoring at 13.8 points per game and helped Gloucester get back to the state tournament and finish the season at 12-8. She was also a Northeastern Conference All-Star,
Caitlin Doherty, Pingree: Gets little attention locally because of the school she plays at, but Doherty has proven to be a legitimate college prospect.
Bridget Dullea, Bishop Fenwick: Crusader came through in all phases of the game for a team that narrowly missed the tournament while playing a brutal schedule.
Kara Gilberg, Swampscott: Sophomore had a breakout season for the Big Blue, taking loads of scoring slack off teammates Allie Beaulieu and Tara Nimkar.
Natalie Gomez-Martinez, Andover: The 5-7 freshman point guard was impressive this season, running the Golden Warriors with ease. She averaged 9.5 points per game and was impossible to press.
Michelle Grifoni, Peabody: Excellent scorer from the point guard position, and the Tanners leaned on Grifoni when they needed a hoop.
Laura Kanarski, Marblehead: Heart and soul of the Magicians earned Northeastern Conference all-star status playing for a winless team.
Jill Lukegord, Gloucester: Lukegord was a do-everything player for the Fishermen, specializing on defense. She averaged 8.5 ppg and was an NEC All-Star.
Erin Mcnamara, Pentucket: Point guard led the River Rivals and was second in the CAL with 4.8 assists per game.
Tawmy Palmieri, Peabody: A natural athlete, Palmieri was a scorer, ball-handler, defensive standout, and rebounder for Tanners.
Lindsey Rogers, Gloucester: Rogers averaged 9.5 ppg and was also an NEC All-Star. She is an inside-outside scoring threat for Gloucester.
Danielle Sherry, Danvers: The Falcons' go-to player for at least three years, Sherry had a knack for scoring big points without playing selfishly.
Meghan Thomann, Andover: The 5-8 senior guard helped lead Andover to the Division 1 state final. She averaged 11.4 points per game and will head to Bentley on a full scholarship next fall.
Ashley White, Salem, MA: White developed into one of the most dangerous scorers in the NEC thanks to a soft touch from the 3-point line.
Jamie White, Masconomet: The premier defender on the North Shore, White single-handedly turned turnovers into points for the Chieftains.
I am in agreement with the comment above, How was Ashley Viselli not nominated. She was the best defensive player in the league, was named to the all star team in the CAL division and was named to the Fox 25 All-Star team. Not to mention the leading scorer on the Pentucket Team. How can this be
#2 04/04/2008 12:25 PMPentucket was a well balanced team and each kid deserves recognition. Its nice to see the other kids getting their just dues on here.
#3 04/08/2008 12:44 PMI agree with the comment made abaove. Its sad that someone would write that crap on here. Its a team effort and without her team she would be nothing. I am so proud that the other girls got their true chance to shine here. Its not a populatity vote....its about the game...
#4 04/08/2008 03:21 PM
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-2 sachemfan
Please tell me how Ashley Viselli was not nominated as one of the All-Stars? She led her team in scoring, was the best defender on the Sachems, and scored 17 straight points at the Garden to get the Sachems back in the game....THIS MUST BE A JOKE!
Report! #1 04/04/2008 10:11 AM