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- Name: Chad Kolarik
- Position: RW
- Shoots: Right
- Height: 5-10
- Weight: 170 lbs
- Birthdate: 1986-01-26
- Eligible for Draft: 2004
- Drafted:
- Hometown: Abington, Pennsylvania
- Acquired: 7th round (199th overall), 2004
- Playing In: Pro
Chad Kolarik
Prospect Grade: 6.5 B (About Prospect Grades)
Profile Contributed By: HF Staff
History
2002-03: Played for the U.S. NTDP U-17 team. Not only led his age group in scoring, but he also led the entire U.S. program.
2003-04: Played for the U.S. NTDP U-18 team. His offensive production slowed down a bit, as he ranked third in team scoring. Took home a silver medal from the 2004 IIHF World U-18 Tournament in Minsk, Belarus.
2004-05: Played freshman year for the University of Michigan. Finished the season fifth overall in team scoring but led the Wolverines with 11 power-play goals. He also was second in game-winning goals, was named CCHA All-Rookie team honorable mention, and was he was named “most colorful rookie" on the team.
2005-06: Played sophomore year for the Wolverines. He tripped out of the gates as a sophomore and it took him a while to find his rhythm. He ended up finishing tied for third in overall team scoring. He was one of only seven Wolverines to play in all 41 contests.
2006-07: Returned for his junior year in Ann Arbor. Was one of the top skaters on his team and has continued to turn into one heck of a sniper. He saw top minutes for the Wolverines and he increased his point total for the third consecutive year. He finished the year ranked fourth in team scoring and was among the top 25 scorers in the nation. He lead again led the team in powerplay goals and was tied for second in game-winning-goals.
2007-08: Played senior season at the University of Michigan. As assistant captain, was on the team’s top line with Kevin and Max Pacioretty. Was second on the team in points (57), second in goals-scored (30), and first in shots (190). Finished the season as the nations third best scorer. His 1.44 points-per-game average was also tied for third best in all of division 1 hockey. Another player who helped guide the team into the playoffs, only to lose to Notre Dame in the NCAA National Semifinals. Joined the San Antonio Rampage for their postseason push. Made a splash, scoring four goals in first round playoff game against Toronto Marlies. Finished the postseason tied for second in scoring. Earned American Hockey Coaches Association West All-America second team, All-College Hockey News second team, and All-Inside College Hockey second team honors.
Talent Analysis
Kolarik is a great skater with speed and quickness. He can create chances on his own and has ability to finish strong. He becomes more effective the stronger he plays. He has soft hands and is a good puckhandler. He is a very determined player. Even though he is a offensive juggernaut, Kolarik needs to focus on his defensive presence.
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Profile Last Updated: August, 22nd 2009
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