Jim WardenJames Warden is a former professional ice hockey goaltender.High school careerWarden attended The [Blake School ] for his junior and senior years, where he earned all-state honors.College careerAt the 1975 [NCAA Division I Men's Ice Hockey Tournament], Warden was named List of NCAA [Division I Ice Hockey Tournament Most Outstanding Player|Most Outstanding Player] while also winning a national title.Professional careerWHA DraftHe was picked in the 3rd round, 36th overall, by the San Diego Mariners in the 1974 WHA Amateur Draft.NHL draftHe was picked in the 5th round, 75th overall, by the California Golden Seals in the 1974 NHL amateur draft.Minor league careerWarden competed in the Central [Professional Hockey League|Central Hockey League] and the Atlantic Coast Hockey League.International careerWarden competed for the United States at the 1976 Winter Olympics.