it?s tough, but there are perks to it too. It?s a fun place and there is just a great atmosphere around the university.? NCAA well-represented with the Senators Condra is not the only product of the NCAA system currently playing a key role for the rebuilding Senators. In light of recent injuries and pre-deadline trades, general manager Bryan Murray has revamped the roster with players from the American collegiate system. Former University of New Hampshire forward Bobby Butler has appeared in 33 games this year, and forward Jesse Winchester is now in his third full season with the team after attending Colgate University. Highly-coveted French centreman Stephane Da Costa, who just completed his second season with Merrimack College, is also in the line-up. He made his NHL debut April 2 against the Toronto Maple Leafs. In addition, the Senators currently have nine players in the organization with an NCAA background who have yet to make an appearance at the NHL level. ?I think [Bryan Murray] realizes that we?ve had a few more years to mature,? Condra said. ?As a college recruit, you?ve grown up a bit and have been on your own so hopefully that maturity carries over into some character. When you have a team full of character you have some building blocks to start a good squad.? Nice article. I like the part Condra said about growing up fast. It seems college kids, particularly the ones who stay for 3 or 4 years and perform well, come out