(Walpole, MA) -- Walpole Express Jr. B Head Coach Mike Tenney, whose team sits in first place in the MJHL, was selected as head coach of the All-Star Francis Division team. Joining him are four of his top players, each selected for specific skills displayed throughout the season.

B's new captain, Carmen Mastrangelo of Wellington, Florida, was among those selected. To date this season he has racked up 25 goals and 15 assists for 40 points. Forward Dan Bufis of Linden, New Jersey made the team as an energy player who brings a lot of speed to the forward position. To date, he has 14 goals and 17 assists for 31 points.

Defenseman Thomas Nitsche of Charlotte, North Carolina was selected for his strong play in the D-zone, as well as his offensive contributions. He has three goals and 14 assists to date. Rounding out the All-Star B's is netminder Brendan Hammatt of Portsmouth, Rhode Island. In 969 minutes of playing time he has established a Goals Against Average of 2.48 and a save percentage of .911. He is currently ranked fifth in the league in overall goaltending.

The All-Star Games will be held at Iorio Arena in Walpole, Mass.on Jan. 31, 2010. The following teams comprise the Francis Division: Walpole Express, Suffolk Hockey, Long Island Royals, New Jersey Rockets, Northern Cyclones, Hartford Jr. Wolfpack and New York Saints.