Sure, the start to his senior year wasn't exactly ideal, but after battling a nagging back injury during the early stages of the 2004-05 season, Tim Hambly has bounced back nicely. The White Bear Lake, Minn. native is not only a key component on the UMD power play but also ranks second among Bulldog defenseman in scoring with 12 points in 26 outings. With six games remaining in his final collegiate regular season, Hambly has all intentions of finishing with full force.



HIS FAVORITES

Opponent: Minnesota

Hockey Road Trip: Denver, Colo.

Opponent Arena: Ralph Engelstad Arena

Professional Athlete: Pete Weber (professional bowler)

Professional Team: Minnesota Twins

Pastime:Watching television

College Course: Basic First Aid

Prized Possession: My mint condition Plymouth Sundance

Movie: Dumb and Dumber

Book: The Cat in the Hat (Dr. Seuss)

Television Show: Blue Collar TV

Singer/Group: Rod Stewart

Food: A big, juicy steak

Restaurant: McDonald’s

Vacation Spot: Regina, Saskatchewan

Web Site: www.ebaumsworld.com

PERSONALLY SPEAKING

Why I chose UMD: Because of the coaching staff and I have a lot of family from this area

First Played Hockey: Age 3

My First Job: Working with my dad at Strauss (sporting goods company)

Pet Peeve: People who lock themselves in their room and play Madden 2005

Person I’d Most Like to Meet: Bobby Orr

Biggest Fear: Snakes

Game Day Ritual: I watch a movie and take a nap

Hockey Strength/Weakness: My vision of the ice/My physical play

Most Memorable Hockey Moment: Advancing to the NCAA Frozen Four last April

Best Player I’ve Ever Gone Up Against: (former Minnesota Gopher) Jordan Leopold

Sport I’d Like To Try Someday: Rodeo and bull riding

Advice To An Aspiring Young Athlete: Have fun and never give up

Something I Never Leave Home Without: My keys

What Most People Don’t Know About Me: I have three windows in my bedroom

Influences On My Athletic Career: My parents

If I Could Change One Thing About Myself: I’d be a much better deer hunter

Someone I Wouldn’t Mind Being Stranded on a Deserted Island With: Baseball Becky

Post-UMD Plans: Good question