Photo by Rena Laverty

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT: K'ANDRE MILLER

In February, K’Andre Miller (Minnetonka, Minn./USAH NTDP) was profiled discussing his career growth in his second year as an NTDP player. “I kind of get down on myself every once in a while, so I have found more confidence in myself over this last year. This season, I have way more confidence going into games with the puck. I’m not really trying to rush my play — I’m way more confident” said Miller, who is committed to play at the University of Wisconsin. “I only have been playing D for a few years now. I think the biggest thing is having great defensive coaches teaching me a little more about the position — where I should be and where my stick should be — those type of things. I use the other guys for help since they have been playing the position way longer than me. I always ask questions of them and they have done a great job helping me develop my game as a defenseman.”

To read more about K’Andre’s experiences representing Team USA, click here. Scroll below to see some of his ‘Favorites.’

Favorite NHL Team: Chicago Blackhawks

Favorite NHL Player: Mikko Koivu

Favorite Movie: Shooter

Favorite Celebrity: Mark Wahlberg

Favorite Musical Artist: Travis Scott

Favorite Netflix Binge: Arrow

Favorite Home-Cooked Meal: Lemon chicken

FINAL PRACTICE DAY

The U.S. held its final practice today at Traktor Ice Rink in Chelyabinsk prior to tomorrow's semifinal showdown with the Czech Republic. The U.S. skated for 45 minutes before returning to the hotel for meetings, meals and rest. Following today Team USA will go back-to-back with the matchup against the Czech Republic and an opponent to be determined in either the Bronze or Gold Meal game on Sunday.