Nash Rises to Meet Challenge
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The following article featuring Cornell forward Riley Nash appeared February 27 on the Inside College Hockey (INCH) Web site.
By Joe Gladziszewski
ECAC Hockey teams and fans knew about Cornell sophomore forward
Riley Nash before he played even a single game in the league.
That’s what happens when you’re a first-round NHL draft
pick the summer before you enroll for your freshman year.
Being labeled with that much potential, as Nash was when the
Edmonton Oilers selected him 21st overall in the 2007 NHL Entry
Draft, brings great expectations. Eyes are on Nash every time he
takes the ice.
That doesn’t mean he’s immune to criticism or an
occasional challenge from the coaching staff. Cornell head coach
Mike Schafer made it clear to Nash and his linemates that he wanted
more production in the second game of weekend series.
Complete article can be accessed via the INCH Web site by clicking here.
