Faughnan commits to Brockport

The South Shore Kings are excited to announce NCDC Defenseman and 2024 Dineen Cup Champion Jackson Faughnan has committed to SUNY Brockport for this fall.

Faughnan, a native of Binghamton, NY, is in his 2nd season with the Kings NCDC team. Jackson has recorded 6 assists through 22 games thus far this season.

"It’s been a blast playing for the Kings for the past 2 years. I feel that the day-to-day competitive environment and winning culture created by the coaches and leadership group within the team has definitely improved my playing ability and overall character as a person. I came to the understanding pretty early on that the Kings organization is one of the best in junior hockey and I’m very fortunate to have spent my junior years in Foxboro." - Jackson Faughnan

"Prior to Jackson joining the Kings, I had the opportunity to coach him at Milton Academy for 2 years. He has taken a big step in his 2nd season with us. Jackson leads by example. His on ice compete level day in and day out speaks for itself. He is well respected in the room. He plays a strong defensive game and is a big reason why our penalty kill has been strong this season. I look forward to watching him succeed at the next level." said GM/Head Coach Tyler Holske

Hudson and Miller get UCHC honors

On Monday, January 13th, the United Collegiate Hockey Conference announced its selections for men's hockey player, goaltenders, and rookies of the week. Cole Hudson and Kaleb Miller were named UCHC Goaltender and Co-Rookie of the Week following strong performances this past weekend.

Cole Hudson received UCHC Goaltender of the Week honors following his excellent outing in Brockport's 4-3 overtime win at Fredonia on Friday. Making four game-saving stops in overtime, Hudson would finish with 35 saves on the day, allowing just three goals. On the season, Hudson has made 210 saves to 27 goals allowed, holding a .886 save percentage in seven starts. 

Kaleb Miller was selected for UCHC Co-Rookie of the Week for his performances at Fredonia and Elmira last weekend. Against Elmira, Miller would score the golden goal for Brockport, netting the game-winner for his second goal of the season. In a loss against Elmira, Miller helped kickstart the offense, recording an assist on Brockport's opening goal. In his first season in the Green and Gold, Miller has posted two goals and three assists for five points in 12 games.

Brockport falls to Elmira in OT

 The Brockport hockey team dropped a closely contested non-conference matchup with Elmira, 4-3, in overtime on Saturday, January 11^th. Brockport moved to 2-7-3 on the season following the overtime loss.
 
Both goaltenders would set the tone from the get-go, each making 10 stops in the first period. Elmira would breakthrough first, with Ryan Reifler finding the back of the net at 16:38 to send the Soaring Eagles into the second period up 1-0.
 
The Golden Eagles would quickly respond in the second, with Joseph Nikac lighting the lamp at 5:52 to tie the game at 1-1.
 
Forty-two seconds later, Mitchell Haight would strike on the powerplay against his former team, giving Brockport a 2-1 edge.  
 
The Soaring Eagles powerplay would get the last laugh, with Ryan Reifler scoring his second of the day to tie the contest at 2-2 going into the third.
 
Elmira's powerplay would go 2-2 on the day, connecting again at the 7:09 mark of the third to put Elmira back ahead 3-2.
 
In need of a tying goal, Jordan Rosenbaum would rise to the occasion, netting what would serve as the game-tying goal at 10:37 to send the contest into overtime. Josh Grund and Joseph Nikac would provide assists on Brockport's third goal.
 
The first overtime shot would serve as the game-winner, with Carter Wisely scoring the golden goal to give Elmira a 4-3 overtime win.  
 
Joseph Nikac would lead the way for Brockport, picking up two points (1G, 1A) with a team-best +2 rating.
 
Schuyler Flansburg led all skaters with four blocked shots in a strong defensive effort.
 
David Filak was strong in defeat, making 36 saves, including 13 in the third period.
 
Chase Maxwell was excellent in the faceoff circle, winning five of seven draws.

Brockport defeats Fredonia in OT

 The Brockport hockey team overcame a 3-1 third-period deficit to defeat Fredonia in overtime, 4-3, on Friday, January 10^th. The Golden Eagles improved to 2-7-2 on the season following the non-conference win.
 
Despite outshooting Fredonia 17-11, the Blue Devils would connect for two goals in the first period to enter the second up 2-0.
 
The Brockport power play would light the lamp, with Schuyler Flansburg opening the Golden Eagle scoring to cut the lead to 2-1. With less than two minutes remaining in the second, Antoine St. Onge would put Fredonia up 3-1 entering the third period.
 
Following 16 scoreless minutes in the third, Schuyler Flansburg would strike again to bring the Golden Eagles within one. Spencer Flansburg (2^nd assist) and Livio Azevedo would chip in with assists.
 
Nearing the final minute, Victor Malzahn would send the game into overtime at 18:52 in the third. Schuyler Flansburg (3 points) and Josh Grund would assist in the game-tying goal.
 
Cole Hudson would keep Brockport alive in overtime, making four game-saving stops in the period. Hudson would pick up the win with 35 saves to just three goals allowed.
 
In search of the golden goal, Kaleb Miller would walk it for the Golden Eagles 3:22 into overtime. Victor Malzahn would assist on the game-winning goal for his second point of the day.
 
Livio Azevedo would lead all skaters with a +3 rating on the day.
 
Spencer (2-3) and Schuyler Flansburg (7-10) combined for a strong 9-13 in the faceoff circle. The brothers would combine for five points on the day to lead Brockport to the 4-3 win.

Brockport beats Naz in OT

 The Brockport hockey team picked up its first win of the season, downing Nazareth 4-3 in overtime on Saturday, December 7^th. The Golden Eagles moved to 1-7-2 overall and 1-7 in UCHC play.
 
Strong goaltending highlighted the first period, with Dax Easter making eight saves to send Brockport into the second period tied 0-0.
 
The Golden Eagles offense would thrive to start the second, with Jordan Rosenbaum scoring the opening goal 1:44 into the second to put Brockport ahead 1-0.

Just 1:14 later, Brockport would double its advantage, this time with Ben Saurbaugh finding Nick Serafin to extend the Brockport advantage.
 
Following a Golden Flyer goal to cut the lead to 2-1, the Brockport offense would strike for the third time in the second. Spencer Flansburg would light the lamp just 22 seconds removed from Nazareth's goal, with Livio Azevedo picking up the assist.
 
The Golden Flyers regained momentum in the third, netting two goals in 3:10 to tie the contest at 3-3 and send the game into overtime.
 
Controlling the puck for the entirety of overtime, the Golden Eagles would secure their first win of the season. Schuyler Flansburg would be the hero, netting the golden goal in overtime to give Brockport the 4-3 victory.
 
Sacha Trudel was excellent in the faceoff circle, winning nine of 13 draws.
 
Chase Maxwell did much of the same, winning seven of his 12 faceoff opportunities.
 
Jacob Gates came through in crunch time, assisting on Flansburg's overtime winner.
 
Dax Easter picked up the win in a strong effort, saving 35 shots and allowing just three goals.

Brockport falls to Nazareth on Teddy Bear Toss night

 The Brockport hockey team was defeated in their annual Teddy Bear Toss game against Nazareth, 4-0, on Friday, December 6^th. The Golden Eagles fell to 0-7-2 overall and 0-7 in UCHC play following the loss.
 
Despite Brockport holding a 14-11 edge in the shots battle, the Golden Flyers would strike twice in the final 1:24 of the first to go up 2-0.
 
Nazareth would double its advantage in the second period, scoring two goals in 1:15 to jump out in front 4-0 at 9:16 in the second. Nate Mann would strike for back-to-back tallies for the Golden Flyers.
 
A goalie change for Brockport would bring some momentum, with David Filak making 10 stops in relief across 30 minutes of action.
 
The Golden Eagles would win the shots battle again in the third (4-3) but were unable to find the back of the net as Nazareth would earn the 4-0 win.
 
Brockport was excellent in the faceoff circle, winning 32 of 54 draws, led by Michael Meredith winning 8 of 9 draws.
 
Both teams would finish with 26 shots, with five Golden Eagles posting three shots on the day.
 
The two teams struggled on the man advantage, going a combined 1/7 on the powerplay.

Following the final horn, the Teddy Bear Toss began as all the fans threw their stuffed animals on to the ice to celebrate Brockport's 5th Annual Teddy Bear Toss Game. The Student Athlete Advisory Committee then collected each stuffed animal so they can all be donated to local families as gifts for the holidays.

Brockport falls to Geneseo at home

 The Brockport hockey team dropped Saturday's matchup with Geneseo, 3-1, on November 23^rd. The Golden Eagles fell to 0-6-2 overall and 0-6 in UCHC contests.
 
Jake McDonald of Geneseo would open the scoring the first, finding paydirt to put the Knights up 1-0 at 13:28. Brockport goalie Dax Easter kept the squad close, making 14 stops in the opening period.
 
After Robert Gatewood doubled Geneseo's lead in the second period, Livio Azevedo struck for Brockport at 13:14 to bring Brockport within one (2-1). Dominic Chirico would fire an excellent pass of the boards for the assist.
 
Just over six minutes later, Geneseo was ready to respond. Peter Morgan would light the lamp to put the Knights ahead 3-1.
 
Despite scoring chances from both teams, both goalies would post a scoreless third, with Dax Easter making 10 stops for Brockport.
 
Easter would have a big day, making 37 saves in an excellent effort in the loss.
 
Josh Grund (4) and Jacob Rodrigue (3) combined for seven blocked shots in a valiant effort.
 
The shot disparity would catch up with the Golden Eagles, with Geneseo outshooting Brockport 40 to 14.

Brockport falls in hard-fought battle with #3 Geneseo

 The Brockport hockey team dropped the first of two matchups against #3 Geneseo, 3-2, on Friday, November 22^nd. The Golden Eagles fell to 0-5-2 overall and 0-5 in UCHC play.
 
The Green and Gold would net the first and only goal of the first period. Jacob Rodrigue and Aidan Taylor would set up Livio Azevedo for the opening goal at 9:36.
 
Cole Hudson would keep the Golden Eagles ahead, making 19 saves in the opening period to give Brockport a 1-0 lead entering the second.
 
The Knights' offense would take over in the second, with Sean Melso and Tommy Winn giving Geneseo a 2-1 edge.
 
Needing an equalizer, Josh Grund would come through on the power play, with Aidan Taylor picking up his second assist on the day.
 
Geneseo would be quick to respond, with Sean Melso lighting the lamp for the second time at 15:56 to put the Knights back in front 3-2 entering the third.
 
Despite each team going on the powerplay and 21 combined shots on goal, each goalie would stand tall in the third.
 
With the goalie pulled, Aidan Taylor and Josh Grund would threaten with scoring chances. However, Geneseo goalie Adam Harris would stand tall for the 3-2 win.
 
Mitchell Haight and Schuyler Flansburg would lead Brockport with two blocked shots each.
 
Cole Hudson was excellent in defeat, making 45 saves on the day and saving nearly 94% of the shots he faced,
 
Victor Malzahn would chip in with an assist on the day.
 
Josh Grund had a strong all-around day, netting a goal and going 4-0 in the faceoff circle. 

Brockport falls to Utica in home opener

The Golden Eagles could not overcome an early 4-0 deficit, falling to #3 ranked Utica in their home opener, 5-1, on Saturday, November 16^th. The Golden Eagles dropped to 0-4-2 overall and 0-4 in conference play following the loss.
 
The Pioneers set the tone from the get-go, netting four unanswered goals to go into the second period up 4-0. Eric Vitale (5:07), Drake Morse (10:47), Shane Murphy (12:20), and Jakob Breault (17:05) all lit the lamp for Utica.
 
In the second period, the strong Brockport power play would get the Golden Eagles on the board. Aidan Taylor found paydirt on the man advantage, with Manny Sanchez and Victor Malzahn chipping in with assists at the 15:12 mark of the second.
 
John Mulera of Utica would respond in less than three minutes at the 18:10 mark of the second, giving the Pioneers a 5-1 lead entering the third.
 
Much like the second period, the third proved to be an even affair, with neither team finding the back of the net. The shots battle was down the middle in the period, with Utica holding an 8-6 edge.
 
Cole Hudson started between the pipes for Brockport, totaling 30 saves on the day across 60 minutes of action.
 
Chase Maxwell led Brockport in the faceoff circle, winning 10 of 19 draws.
 
Kaleb Miller led Brockport in the shots department, launching three shots on goal.
 
Following a rough first period, Brockport rebounded to hold Utica to just one goal in the final 40 minutes.

Brockport falls 5-2 to #3 ranked Utica

 The Brockport ice hockey team came up short at #3 ranked Utica, 5-2, on Friday, November 15^th. The Golden Eagles fell to 0-3-2 overall and 0-3 in UCHC play to begin the season.
 
The Pioneer's offense struck early and often, with Matt Wood getting Utica on the board 9:01 into the first period.
 
Just 1:51 later, Utica would strike on the Brockport power play, with Andrew Della Rovere netting a shorthanded goal to put the Pioneers up 2-0.
 
Following Utica's 3^rd goal to go up 3-0 in the second period, Jacob Gates would open the scoring for Brockport, with Kaleb Miller and Matt Anastasio.
 
After cutting the Utica lead to 3-1, the Pioneers would take two of the last three goals of the contest. Jakob Breault and Eric Vitale of Utica would extend the lead to 5-2.
 
Manny Sanchez would drill a powerplay goal for Brockport's lone tally in the final period.
 
Adian Tayor and Joseph Nikac chipped in with an assist each on the Sanchhez powerplay goal.
 
Sasha Trudel was productive throughout and was the lone Golden Eagle with a +1 in the evening.
 
Cole Hudson kept the Golden Eagles close, making 45 saves, including 20 saves in the opening period.
 
Manny Sanchez led Brockport with four shots, netting a goal in a strong effort.

Manhattanville has weekend sweep

The Brockport hockey team fell in Saturday's matchup with Manhattanville, 6-3. The Golden Eagles moved to 0-2-2 overall with a 0-2-0 mark in UCHC play.
 
For the third time this season, the Golden Eagles lit the lamp first, thanks to Matt Anastasio from Ben Saurbaugh.
 
With 1:28 left in the first period, Johno Hoins of Manhattanville would net a power play goal to tie the game up at 1-1 going into the second quarter.
 
Following a Manhattanville goal from Mitchell Watson, Schuyler Flansburg struck at 9:07 in the second period, tying the game up at 2-2.
 
Manhattanville responded with back-to-back tallies, going up 4-2 in the second period. Needing momentum, Michael Meredith connected for a big goal with 1:13 left in the second to bring Brockport within one entering the third period.
 
Meredith's goal would be the last for Brockport, with Manhattanville adding two more scores in the third to come away with the 6-3 win.
 
David Filak started between the pipes for Brockport, making 25 saves.
 
Chase Maxwell and Ben Saurbaugh chipped in with an assist each on the day.
 
Manny Sanchez had a day in the faceoff circle, winning 12 of 18 draws.

Brockport falls to Manhattanville

 The Brockport hockey team came up short in its UCHC opener at Manhattanville, falling 5-4 on Friday, November 8^th. The Golden Eagles fell to 0-1-2 on the season following the loss.
 
The Brockport powerplay stayed hot throughout, with Josh Grund netting the game-opening goal at the 7:13 mark on the man advantage.
 
Manhattanville would get the last laugh in the opening period, scoring two goals in 22 seconds to take a 2-1 lead into the second period.
 
The Golden Eagle man advantage would strike again in the second period, with Chase Maxwell finding paydirt to tie the contest up at 2-2 at 5:23 in the second.
 
Much like the first period, Manhattanville would net the next two goals of the period to enter the third period up 4-2.
 
After tacking on another goal to go up 5-2, the Golden Eagles would fight back. Dominic Chirico and Jacob Gates connected for goals 18 seconds apart to bring Brockport within one goal with 5:06 left in the contest.
 
Despite two late chances from Spencer Flansburg, the Golden Eagles could not find the tying goal, falling 5-4 on the road.
 
Jacob Gates (1G, 1A) and Spencer Flansburg (2A) posted two points for the Green and Gold.
 
Cole Hudson started between the pipes for Brockport, making 22 saves on the night.

Livio Azevedo article

For the Canalside Chronicles, Brayden Peters and Joey Campbell created an excellent report about Livio Azevedo, the second European to ever have played for Coach Dickinson:

  https://canalsidechronicles.com/18023/uncategorized/the-swiss-connection/

Spencer Flansburg is the conference Player of the Week

On Monday, November 4th, Spencer Flansburg was named the Empire 8 Men's Ice Hockey Player of the Week following a strong weekend at the Buffalo State Bengals Classic.

Across two games for the Golden Eagles on the week, Flansburg tallied three points with two goals and an assist. In Brockport's 2-2 shootout loss against Saint Anselm, Flansburg sent the game into overtime with a clutch goal at the 18:21 mark of the third period. He would finish with five shots on the day in addition to winning 75% of his faceoffs.

Flansburg had another big day against Misericordia, adding another goal and an assist in Brockport's 5-5 shootout loss on Saturday. He would pick up his assist on Mitchell Haight's power-play goal in the second period and netted Brockport's 5th goal of the day on the power-play in the third period. 

Two games into the season, Flansburg leads Brockport in goals (2, T-1) and points (3). He posted four goals and nine assists for 13 points in his freshman season in 2023-24.

Brockport ties Misericordia

The Brockport hockey team tied against Misericordia at the Buffalo State Bengals Classic, 4-4, on Saturday, November 2^nd. The Golden Eagles came up short in the shootout, 2-0, falling to 0-0-2 to begin the season.
 
The Golden Eagles would light the lamp on their first shot, with Sacha Trudel finding Kaleb Miller for the opening goal of the contest.
 
Misericordia would respond at the 8:23 mark of the second to tie the game at 1-1 before the Golden Eagles would strike for the next three goals.
 
Mitchell Haight would score his first goal as a Golden Eagle on the power play at the 13:40 mark of the second before Victor Malzahn netted the final goal of the 2^nd to put Brockport up 3-1 entering the third period.
 
The Brockport power play would strike again, this time with Spencer Flansburg scoring 9:11 into the third to give Brockport a 4-1 advantage.
 
The Cougars would control the remainder of the contest, scoring three goals in 8:18 to tie the game at 4-4 and force overtime.
 
Dax Easter would come up big in overtime, making three of his 20 saves on the day to force a shootout.
 
The Golden Eagles were unable to break through in the shootout, falling 2-0 and coming away with a point.
 
Brockport was excellent in the faceoff circle, winning 40 of 66 chances.
 
Chase Maxwell, Jacob Gates, Josh Grund, and Sacha Trudel all chipped in with assists on the day.
 
Spencer Flansburg led the way with a goal, assist, and team-leading five shots in a strong effort.

Brockport ties Saint Aslem

The Brockport hockey team tied in the season opener against Division 2 Saint Anselm College in Buffalo, 2-2, on Friday, November 1^st. The Golden Eagles would fall in the shootout (3-2) to move to 0-0-1 to begin the season.
 
Both goaltenders would put on a show in the opening period, with Brockport goalie Cole Hudson making eight of a combined 18 saves between the two goaltenders.
 
The Hawks would net the opening tally, with Hunter Brackett scoring an unassisted goal at the 3:34 mark of the second to put Saint Anselm up 1-0.
 
With just two minutes until the second intermission, Brockport would grab some much-needed momentum. It would come from Chase Maxwell finding Victor Malzahn for Brockport's opening goal, tying the score at 1-1 entering the 3^rd period.
 
Much like the second period, Saint Anselm would score early in the third, with Patrick DeMarinis putting the Hawks back ahead 3:59 into the 3^rd period.
 
The Golden Eagles would not back down, finding the tying goal in the third with just 1:39 left in regulation. Freshman Sacha Trudel found Spencer Flansburg for a clutch goal to tie the score at 2-2, and send the game into overtime.
 
Cole Hudson would come up big in overtime, making four of his 21 saves in the overtime period to force a shootout.
 
Kaleb Miller and Mitchell Haight would light the lamp in the shootout, but Hawks goalie Cam Carroll would stand strong to give Saint Anselm the extra point.
 
The faceoff battle was virtually even, with Brockport going 36-34 in the circle.    
 
Spencer Flansburg led Brockport in shots, firing five shots and adding a goal in the contest. Flansburg also led the team with a +2 rating on the day.
 
Manny Sanchez and Dominic Chirico blocked a shot each for the Green and Gold.

USCHO looks at the season ahead in the revamped UCHC

USCHO's preview of the UCHC season:

https://www.uscho.com/2024/10/30/uchc-mens-hockey-season-preview-pioneers-face-off-with-new-challengers-in-re-vamped-uchc/

Athletic Department's season preview

 

The Brockport hockey team will return to the ice for a pair of exhibition games at home this weekend to kickstart the new campaign. The Golden Eagles will host the EHL All-Stars on Friday, October 25th at 7pm before taking on Morrisville on Saturday, October 26th at 6pm.

2023-24 Recap: The men finished the 2023-24 season with an 8-14-4 record, posting a 5-9-2 record in SUNYAC play. The Golden Eagles secured a spot in the SUNYAC Tournament, eventually falling to the #4 seed Cortland Red Dragons on the road, 5-1, in the opening round. Connor Galloway led the offense with seven goals (T-1), 12 assists, and 19 points. Chase Maxwell was close behind with seven goals and 16 points. Jordan Rosenbaum led the defensive effort with a team-high 30 blocked shots. Dylan Wiemer served as the primary goaltender, making 546 saves on the season with a 3.29 goals allowed average.

Seven Golden Eagles were named AHCA Scholar All-Americans, including Dominic Chirico, Josh Higgins, Connor Roach, Trevor Joule, Andrew Harley, Michael Meredith, and Schuyler Flansburg.

Specialty Games: Brockport will host the Golden Flyers of Nazareth on Friday, December 6th at 7 p.m. for the annual Teddy Bear Toss before hosting Chatham for Alumni Night on Saturday, January 18th at 4 p.m. The Willie Bee Foundation Jersey Night game is the next special event on the schedule, coming against Utica on Friday, January 31st at 7 p.m. A week removed from the 31st, Brockport will host Geneseo in the Face Off Against Cancer Game on February 7th at 7 p.m. The Golden Eagles will then host Senior Night against Nazareth on Saturday, February 15th at 4 p.m.

Key Returners: The Green and Gold return 19 members of the 2023-24 squad, including several top scorers. Chase Maxwell returns as Brockport's second top scorer from 2023-24, posting seven goals and nine assists for 16 points. The Golden Eagles return six of its top nine scorers, including Josh Grund (6G, 9A), Spencer Flansburg (4G, 9A), Manny Sanchez (4G, 8A), Schuyler Flansburg (4G, 4A), and Michael Meredith (4G, 4A). Holding down the defensive line, Brockport returns top defensemen Jordan Rosenbaum, Ryan Brow, Jacob Rodrigue, and Dominic Chirico as well as goalies David Filak and Trevor Joule. The 2024-25 squad will boast a strong mix of returning production and fresh faces.

Captains: Brockport will be represented by captains Mitchell Haight and Michael Meredith, alongside assistant captains Chase Maxwell and Dominic Chirico. Haight will serve as a captain in his graduate season, coming to Brockport following four years at Elmira.

Fresh Faces: The Golden Eagles welcome 11 new members to the program, including freshmen Livio Azevedo, Connor McAleer, Sacha Trudel, Joseph Nikac, Kaleb Miller, Andrew Haugh, Dax Easter, Micheal Holland, and Aidan Taylor. Junior transfer goalie Cole Hudson joins Brockport following stints at D1 Vermont and D2 American International, with defenseman Mitchell Haight transferring in following four years at Elmira.

Up Next: Following a pair of exhibition games, the Golden Eagles will open the season in Buffalo for the Buffalo State Bengals Classic, beginning on Friday, November 1st.

UCHC Preseason Coaches' Poll

 

The United Collegiate Hockey Conference is pleased to announce its 2024-25 Men's Preseason Coaches' Poll. The 2024-25 UCHC Preseason Poll is voted on by all six league coaches with three-time defending champion Utica University selected as the top team in the conference at the start of the year for the seventh consecutive season.

Utica garnered five of the six first place votes and 25 total points. Utica has won all seven regular season championships since the conference began play in 2017-18. The Pioneers are attempting to win their sixth UCHC title, having also won in 2017-18, 2019-20, 2021-22, 2022-23 and last season. The Pioneers rolled to an impressive 24-3-3 record in 2023-24, including a 19-0-1 mark in UCHC play. Utica, who begins the season ranked No. 4 nationally, advanced to the 2024 NCAA Division III Frozen Four.

UCHC newcomer SUNY Geneseo earned the other first place vote and is selected to finish second in the 2024-25 preseason poll. The Knights begin the season ranked seventh nationally after finishing the 2023-24 season with a 21-6-0 record, while earning the SUNYAC Regular Season Championship and advancing to the opening round of the NCAA Tournament.

Nazareth University, who advanced to the 2023 UCHC Championship game and earned a UCHC postseason berth last season, is selected to finish third overall with 14 points.

Manhattanville University and UCHC newcomer SUNY Brockport both earned 11 points in the preseason poll, tied for fourth. Manhattanville finished fifth in the UCHC standings last season, advancing to the opening round of the league tournament. Brockport won eight games advanced to the first round of the SUNYAC Tournament last season.

Chatham University garnered eight points overall and is predicted to finish sixth. Last season, the Cougars placed sixth in the UCHC standings and advanced to the first round of the UCHC Tournament.

2024-25 UCHC Men's Preseason Coaches Poll

1. Utica – 25 Points (5 First Place Votes)

2. SUNY Geneseo – 21 Points (1 First Place Vote)

3. Nazareth - 14 Points

T4. SUNY Brockport – 11 Points

T4. Manhattanville - 11 Points

6. Chatham - 8 Points

Next week, the UCHC will unveil its 2024-25 Players to Watch. Exhibition action continues this weekend before the regular season formally begins on Friday, Nov. 1. Conference play starts a week later.

Your '24-'25 captains

Here are your '24-'25 Golden Eagle Captains

Captain: Michael Meredith
Captain: Mitchell Haight
Assistant Captain: Chase Maxwell
Assistant Captain: Dominic Chirico

Todd Brudz has passed away

Brockport hockey and the entire community have lost a dear friend.

Tod Brudz, the beloved Zamboni driver who always took great care of our ice with a smile, has passed away.

Our hearts go out to his family.

Here is Tod's obituary:

Thaddeus F. “Tod” Brudz of Cheektowaga, NY passed away on October 6th , 2024.

Predeceased by his father, Thaddeus P. “Ted” Brudz; sister, Jennifer Brudz; and grandson, John Paul Brudz. Survived by his beloved wife of 35 years, Phyllis (née Fortin); mother, Edwina Brudz; daughter, Victoria Brudz; son, Trevor (Kaleigh) Brudz; sisters, Anne (Gerald) Bennett, and Karen (Joseph) Emmanuele; brother, Thomas (Caren) Brudz; and many nephews, nieces, cousins, and other family members.

Tod was a devout Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and New York Mets fan. His many joys included his Polish heritage, cooking, faith, and helping others. He was also a favorite Zamboni driver of many in the Brockport community for many years.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday October 12th at 11am at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Brockport, NY.

Video from 1987: Brockport hosts Cortland

A few days ago, Carmen DelPlato posted this classic WXXI broadcast to YouTube -- Brockport hosting Cortland on November 21st, 1987. 

 

 

Nikac commits to Brockport

Joe Nikac of the Ontario Junior Hockey League’s St. Michael’s Buzzers has confirmed his commitment to SUNY Brockport beginning with the 2024-25 season.

Nikac spent three-plus years with the Burlington Cougars of the OJHL before joining the Buzzers part way through the 2023-24 season.

He had 40 (11 goals/29 assists) points in 54 games last season.

“Congratulations to Joe on his commitment to Brockport,” Buzzers General Manager and Head Coach Rich Ricci said. ”I know he took his time this summer and had some options before his choice."

Joe brings Brockport size and skill along with a strong work ethic.

Alumnus Dave Hostetter has passed away

An alumnus of the hockey team has passed away. Dave Hostetter played for the Golden Eagles in the 1970s and graduated from the college in 1979. Our hearts go out to his family and friends.

Here is Dave's obituary...

David W. Hostetter

June 24, 1957 — August 20, 2024

David W Hostetter of Rochester passed away August 20, 2024 from a 2 year battle with cancer. He was born in Montreal, Quebec Canada.

Predeceased by his parents B.David and Madge Hostetter, sister Bonnie Collins, father-in-law and mother-in-law Louis and Marge Canale. Survived by his wife Susan, sons Jonathan and Eric (Kaylee), sister-in-law Luanne (Greg) Kovacs of Atlantic Beach Fl, brother-in-law John (Cindy) Canale of Batavia NY, aunt Sarah Hostetter of Boston MA, his Canadian family, furry friends Milo and Marley, many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Dave received his undergraduate degree from SUNY Brockport and his Masters degree from RIT. He was an IT Executive at Bausch and Lomb, RIT where he retired and Goodwill of the Finger Lakes where he completed his professional career.

Hockey was a huge part of Dave’s life. He played goalie for 42 years beginning at 8 years old in Canada. In addition to playing the sport, he coached Jonathan and Eric from youth hockey up through college hockey at St Bonaventure University. Loved by all he coached.

Dave was a car enthusiast with a passion for Porsches. He was a member of the Niagara Region of the Porsche Club of America for 38 years holding leadership positions of President, VP, Board Member, Driver Ed Committee Member, Driver Ed Instructor and Driver Ed Classroom lead. He was an advocate and instructor for Street Survival. He drove his Porsches on numerous tracks, but his favorite by far was Watkins Glen International which he drove too many times to count.

He had a good ride.

At Dave’s request, there will be no public service held.

In memory of Dave, donations can be made to Sunset House 3746 St Paul Blvd Rochester NY 14617.

Ramaekers continues to play hockey

 

The Binghamton Black Bears are proud to announce that forward, Scott Ramaekers, has been re-signed for the the 2024-25 season. The SUNY Brockport alum played in eight regular-season games last year.

In his second game with the Black Bears, Ramaekers scored two goals against the Elmira River Sharks. He spent six years as a member of the Buffalo Jr. Sabers organization. Prior to joining the Black Bears, the 26-year-old had played the last four seasons with the Golden Eagles in the SUNYAC. In 91 games with Brockport, Ramaekers recorded 16 goals and added 20 assists.