Notre Dame’s quest to avoid the "one-year wonder" label will likely depend on the development of soon-to-be-sophomore goalkeeper John Kemp.

Kemp, whose older brother Joey was named Division I’s Goalie of the Year and a first-team All American in 2008, started twice this season, registering a 7.52 goals-against average and a .569 save percentage while earning a 1-2 record.

Based on his experience, Kemp figures to be the starter next season, but he will have some big shoes to fill in replacing Scott Rodgers, the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player who surrendered just 22 goals and made 53 saves in four tournament contests.

"Losing Scott next year will be a big thing, but we’re returning some players," junior defenseman Kevin Ridgway said. "So hopefully, this will carry over to next year so that we can keep this going."