Brockport sweeps Fredonia

 The SUNY Brockport men's ice hockey team put the finishing touches on a regular season sweep of Fredonia on Saturday afternoon, skating to a 5-2 victory at the Wegmans Ice Arena. On a day dedicated to honoring the program's seniors, the Golden Eagles (9-10, 5-4-1 UCHC) relied on a relentless power play and timely scoring to secure their third consecutive win over the Blue Devils this season.

How It Happened

The contest got off to a frantic start when Fredonia's Luke Morris found the back of the net just eight seconds after the opening draw. Undeterred by the early deficit, the Golden Eagles responded at the 4:17 mark of the first period as Aidan Taylor beat the Blue Devil netminder to knot the score at 1-1. While Morris would briefly reclaim the lead for Fredonia midway through the frame, Brockport's special teams began to take over.

With less than a minute remaining in the opening period, Matthew Lee buried a power-play tally off feeds from Taylor and Kyle Kussmann to send the teams into the first intermission deadlocked at two.

The middle frame proved to be a defensive battle, but Brockport struck the decisive blow in the final second. With just 0.1 seconds remaining on the clock, Brody Seitz lit the lamp on the man advantage to give the Golden Eagles their first lead of the night. The "buzzer-beater" PPG, assisted by Manny Sanchez and Nick Reif, swung the momentum permanently in favor of the Green and Gold.

Brockport broke the game open in the final 20 minutes. Jacob Gates extended the cushion to 4-2 at the 7:06 mark of the third, finishing a play orchestrated by Kussmann and Lee. The Golden Eagles' power-play unit, which has been lethal of late, put the finishing touches on the victory at 16:02 when Kyle Kussmann found the twine to make it 5-2.

Statistical Leaders

Kyle Kussmann turned in a masterclass performance, figuring into three of the team's five goals. Kussmann finished the night with one goal and two assists, including the primary apple on the third-period insurance marker.

Matthew Lee continued his playmaking excellence, matching a game-high with three points. Lee notched a critical first-period goal and added a pair of assists, serving as the primary playmaker for a power-play unit that finished 3-for-5 on the night.

Aidan Taylor was a force in the offensive zone, recording one goal and one assist. His unassisted tally in the first period provided the immediate spark the Golden Eagles needed after Fredonia's quick start.

Jacob Gates provided stability on the blue line and joined the rush effectively, finishing with a goal and an assist. His third-period strike served as the dagger that effectively ended Fredonia's comeback hopes.

Brody Seitz proved to be the clutch performer of the afternoon, netting the game-winning goal at the end of the second period. Seitz finished with four shots on goal and was a constant nuisance for the Blue Devil defense.

In goal, Dax Easter stood tall for the Golden Eagles, turning aside 26 of 28 shots to earn his seventh win of the season. After a rocky first period, Easter posted 17 straight saves across the final two periods to keep the Blue Devils off the board.

Hockey is in the DNA of the Winn family

Haley Winn, who hails from the Rochester area, is representing the USA in women's ice hockey at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Hockey is in the family's DNA. Her brother Casey played four seasons with the Golden Eagles, 2017-2018 to 2021-2022. In his collegiate career, the six-foot-two blue-liner suited up in 100 games, tallying four goals, 14 assists, and 62 penalty minutes.

Watch the news story about Haley's Olympic dreams here:

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Easter gets weekly award

 

The Empire 8 announced Dax Easter as the Goaltender of the Week following a dominating weekend in net in Brockport’s 5-1 win over Manhattanville on Saturday. Easter had a strong performance making 32 saves, allowing only one goal, and finished with an impressive 96.9 save percentage. Easter shutout Manhattanville after their single goal in the first period, and made 25 straight saves in the remainder of the matchup. 

Brockport wins big at Fredonia in Tuesday affair

 The Brockport Ice Hockey team (8-10, 5-4-1 UCHC) rolled past Fredonia (3-13-1, 3-7-1 SUNYAC) on the road, 6-1, on Tuesday, January 27th. The Golden Eagles extended their winning streak in the head-to-head series to five games. 

David Filak (W, 6-5) was strong between the pipes for Brockport, collecting 27 saves and posting an excellent 0.964 save percentage. Filak blanked the Blue Devils across the second and third periods, posting 23 straight saves to close out the contest. 

Proficient work on the power-play would power the Brockport offense, going a perfect three-for-three on the man advantage.

From the opening puck drop, the Golden Eagles would bring the fight to the Blue Devils, outshooting the home team 17-5 in the first period. Brockport would strike first, with Schuyler Flansburg connecting with a goal on the power-play. Fredonia quickly found the equalizer, seeing Sam Chrenka tying the contest at one goal each just 1:17.

The Golden Eagles would get the last laugh in the first period, with Schuyler Flansburg burying another goal just 25 seconds removed from Fredonia's tying goal. Flansburg's second goal would give the Green and Gold a 2-1 edge entering the second period. 

Carrying over the offensive pressure from the first 20 minutes, Brockport would run away with the contest in the second period. Between 8:57 and 15:46 in the second period, the Golden Eagles would explode for three goals, two coming on the power-play. Brody Seitz would light the lamp on the power-play to give Brockport a 3-1 lead, seeing Kyle Kussmann chip in with the first of two assists on the day.

Much like Flansburg in the opening period, Seitz would net his second goal of the contest less than four minutes later, putting Brockport ahead 4-1. Jacob Gates and Kaleb Miller would add apple's on the second Seitz goal. With less than five minutes remaining, Aidan Taylor would notch yet another power-play tally for the Green and Gold. Kyle Kussmann would notch his second assist, with Matthew Lee snatching the first of his two assists. 

Holding a four-goal lead in the final 20 minutes, Brockport would continue to cause damage. Andrew Haugh would net his first career goal to round out the scoring, with the Green and Gold cruising to a 6-1 road win. 

Brockport enjoyed a sizable edge in the faceoff department, winning 35 of 58 faceoff draws. That advantage would carry over into the shots department, outshooting the home team 44-28. 

Brockport gets weekend split against Manhattanville

 The Brockport Ice Hockey team (7-10, 5-4-1 UCHC) rode five unanswered goals to a victory over Manhattanville (3-13-1, 2-6 UCHC) on the road, 5-1, on Saturday, January 25th. The Golden Eagles split the season series with the Valiants, bouncing back from a 5-2 lost on Friday.

Dax Easter (W, 2-4) was a gamechager between the pipes for Brockport, making 32 saves on the afternoon, stopping 97% of the shots he faced on the afternoon. Easter's lone goal allowed came on the power play, saving all 26 shots faced at even strength.    

The Golden Eagles thrived in the face-off department, winning 33 of 62 draws. Sacha Trudel (8-11) and Joshua Prystal (11-19) provided strong efforts in the face-off circle.

The first period would see Brockport create numerous scoring chances, with the Green and Gold out shooting Manhattanville 17-8 across the first 20 minutes. Despite the advantage in the shots department, a late power play would see the home team strike first. At the 16:40 mark of the period, Lucas Baksay would put Manhattanville ahead 1-0, a lead that the Valiants would take into intermission. 

Brockport would come out of the first intermission energized, finding the equalizer less than two minutes into the period. Nick Reif continued his goal scoring run, with his eighth goal of the season tying the game at 1-1 with 18:08 left in the second period. Micheal Kull would provide the assist on Brockport's opening goal. Much like the home team in the first period, Brockport would cause damage late in the period.

Great puck movement from Matthew Lee and Brody Seitz would set up Manny Sanchez on the power play, putting Brockport up 2-1 at the 18:19 mark of the second period. The Golden Eagles would strike again just 24 seconds later, with Josh Grund finding Spencer Flansburg to give Brockport a two goal edge entering the third period. Easter was crucial to Brockport's success in the period, making a game-high 14 saves in the second. 

The Golden Eagles would keep up the pressure in the final 20 minutes, holding Manhattanville without a even strength goal. Over halfway through the third period, Victor Malzahn would light the lamp from the defensemen spot, with Aidan Taylor adding the assist to put Brockport up 4-1. Despite pulling the goalie at the 15:01 mark, Manhattanville would be unable to record a shot on goal, seeing Schuyler Flansburg cash in the empty net goal for Brockport.

10 different Golden Eagles would finish with a point, seeing defensemen Kyle Kussmann and Victor Malzahn lead the pack with a +3 rating. Manny Sanchez and Victor Malzahn led the team with five shots each, both lighting the lamp for the Golden Eagles.

Brockport falls to Manhattanville on Friday

The Brockport Ice Hockey team (6-10, 4-4-1 UCHC) was defeated at Manhattanville (3-12-1, 2-5 UCHC), 5-2, on Friday, January 23rd. 

Both defenses would control the opening 17 minutes of the first period, before a Brockport penalty would put Manhattanville on the man-up late in the period. The Valiant's would strike first, with Tristan D'Elia lighting the lamp on the power play to give Manhattanville a 1-0 edge after 20 minutes.

Less than halfway through the second period, the Golden Eagles would provide the equalizer. Strong puck movement from Kaleb Miller and Brody Seitz would set up Schuyler Flansburg's fifth goal of the season, tying the contest at 1-1 at the 9:41 mark. The Valiant's would end the Brockport comeback effort, connecting for the next three goals of the contest. Manhattanville would jump in front 4-1 with 2:49 left in the second period, scoring three goals in 8:15. The Golden Eagles would cut into the lead entering intermission, seeing Nick Reif net his team leading seventh goal with 1:15 left. Joshua Przystal and Michael Kull would provide assists on Brockport's second goal, cutting the lead to 4-2.

Despite third period scoring chances from Kyle Kussmann, Kaleb Miller, Jacob Gates, Sacha Trudel, and Nicholas Maria, both goaltenders would stand tall in the final period. The home team would net the lone goal of the third period, with Manhattanville cashing in on a empty net to score the 5-2 win at home. 

David Filak (L, 5-5) picked up his fourth straight start for Brockport, making 29 saves on the evening in a strong effort.

Brody Seitz had a strong all-around outing, providing an assist and going two-for-two in the faceoff circle. 

Nicholas Maria led the Golden Eagles defensively with two blocked shots.

Game postponed

Due to weather, the game against Fredonia that was scheduled for Tuesday, January 20th has been moved to January 27th.

Fisher beats Brockport

 The Brockport Ice Hockey team came up short at home against St. John Fisher on Alumni Night, 2-0, on Saturday, January 17th. The Golden Eagles fell to 6-9 overall and 4-3-1 in UCHC contests. 

Despite picking up the loss, David Filak (L, 5-4) kept Brockport within striking distance all evening. Filak would finish with 25 saves to just one goal allowed, saving over 96% of the shots he faced. 

The Cardinals established a offensive advantage early, outshooting Brockport 14-4 in the opening 20 minutes. After nearly 18 scoreless minutes of action, St. John Fisher would hit paydirt late in the period. Elijah Devereaux would light the lamp at the 17:44 mark of the period for what would stand as the game winning goal, putting the Cardinals up 1-0 entering the second period.

The second period would prove to be a back-and-fourth affair, with the Golden Eagles holding a slight 10-9 shots edge in the period. Despite scoring chances from Nick Reif, Nicholas Maria, Livio Azevedo, and Brody Seitz, the Golden Eagles would be held scoreless in the second period. 

Trailing 1-0 late in the third period, a St. John Fisher penalty and pulled goalie set up a final 6v4 push for the Green and Gold. Despite a Manny Sanchez scoring chance in the final minutes, the Cardinals would secure the empty net goal off a untimely Brockport turnover to pick up three conference points.

Livio Azevedo and Matthew Lee led Brockport in the shooting department, firing four shots each.

Dominic Chirico was strong of the defensive backline, blocking a game-high three shots in a strong effort.

Manny Sanchez shined in the faceoff circle, securing seven faceoff wins on 12 attempts.

Brockport beats Fisher

The Brockport Ice Hockey team secured its fourth straight UCHC victory, defeating St. John Fisher in Fairport, 4-2, on Friday, January, 16th. The Golden Eagles improved to 6-8 overall and 4-2-1 in UCHC play after the win. 

The Cardinals jumped in front early, taking a 1-0 lead less than five minutes into the opening period. Ian Emery would light the lamp for St. John Fisher 5:47 into the contest. The Golden Eagles were quick to respond, with Matthew Lee continuing his excellent stretch of play. Aidan Taylor would provide the assist for Lee's fourth goal of the season at the 14:35 mark of the first. 

Entering the second period tied 1-1, the Golden Eagles would impose their will across the next 20 minutes. Brockport would blank St. John Fisher in the second period, adding two goals to enter the third period up 3-1. Less than four minutes removed from intermission, Sacha Trudel would provide the apple for Brody Seitz's third goal of the season, putting Brockport in front 2-1. The Green and Gold would build on recent power play success, seeing Schuyler Flansburg capitalize on the man-up to give the Golden Eagles a two goal lead entering the final 20 minutes. Matthew Lee would add a assist on the man-up goal for his second point of the contest.    

Much like the second period, Brockport would apply pressure to open the third period. Brody Seitz would strike again for the Green and Gold, scoring his second goal of the evening just 1:46 into the third for his first multi-goal game as a Golden Eagle. Fellow freshman Kyle Kussmann would provide the assist, his fifth apple of the season to put Brockport ahead 4-1. Despite a St. John Fisher goal less than three minutes later to cut the lead to 4-2, 14 clutch third period saves from David Filak would secure three key UCHC points for Brockport.

David Filak (W, 5-3) provided another stellar outing, allowing just two goals with 28 saves, stopping over 93% of the shots he faced. 

Kyle Kussmann, Sacha Trudel, and Spencer Flansburg led the shot blocking efforts with two blocked shots each.

The weekend ahead: Fisher and Alumni Night

 The Brockport Ice Hockey team is set for a pair of UCHC matchups, heading to Rochester to battle St. John Fisher on Friday, January 16th at 7 PM. The Golden Eagles will celebrate Alumni Night on Saturday, January 17th, hosting the Cardinals at 4 PM. 

Alumni Night: The Golden Eagles welcome back Ice Hockey Alumni on Saturday, including 15 new inductees to the Brockport Ice Hockey Wall of Honor. The 2025 Wall of Honor inductees include Mike McCadam (1971-75), Tim Wade (1974-78), Bruce Klink (1975-79), Tim Carey (1976-80), Jim Maccollum (1978-82), Scott Welch (1984-88), Terrence "Mugsy" Mulligan (1987-91), Tim Panek (1990-94). Joe Messina (1998-2002), Nick Smyth (2000-03), Tony Marinello (2004-08), Justin Noble (2007-11), Sean Wallace (2010-14), Jeremy DeFazio (2012-16), and Connor Hutchins (2016-20). The 2025 inductees will be honored during a ceremonial puck drop before the start of Saturday's contest. 

Last Outing: The Golden Eagles erased a 2-0 third-period deficit to defeat Elmira on the road, 5-2, on Saturday, January 10th. The Golden Eagles improved to 5-8 overall and 3-2-1 in UCHC play following the win.

Matthew Lee paced the Brockport offensive attack, scoring two goals to fuel the Brockport comeback, finishing with a +2 rating.  

Eight different Golden Eagles finished with a point or better in a true team win. Brockport fared well in the faceoff circle (38-69), with Sacha Trudel leading the way (10-4). 

Ethan Seibert, Livio Azevedo, and Jackson Faughnan led the shot blocking efforts for Brockport, all blocking two shots each. 

Athlete of the Week: Sweeping both the Empire 8 and UCHC Goaltender of the Week awards, David Filak provided an excellent outing in Brockport's comeback win over Elmira. Despite allowing two goals across his first 12 shots faced, Filak would recover to ignite a Brockport comeback. The junior from Northville, MI would stop 18 straight shots, posting a scoreless final 36:16 of the contest to earn his fourth win of the season. Filak finished the evening with 29 saves, stopping 93.5% of the shots he faced, and posting 25+ saves for the sixth straight game.

Filak is in the midst of his best season with the Green and Gold, already surpassing his total wins from 2024-25 (3), and posting a single-game career high in saves (48) against Utica back on November 15th. He leads Brockport goaltenders in saves (233), ranking second in the UCHC conference in saves per game (33.29).

Home Away From Home: Across the squad's last three road contests, the Golden Eagles have rattled off three straight wins, outscoring their opponents 13-6 over that stretch. Brockport picked up six conference points with two wins at Elmira, also defeating Lebanon Valley in Vermont back on November 29th. The Green and Gold will look to stay hot in conference play, winning three straight UCHHC contests entering the weekend.  

Scouting St. John Fisher: The Cardinals will enter Friday's contest with an 8-6 record and a 2-4 mark in UCHC play as first-year members. Brockport will look to bounce back from a 4-2 non-conference loss against the Cardinals back in November.

Filak catches weekly honors

On Monday, January 12th the Empire 8 and UCHC conferences announced their selections for Ice Hockey Athletes of the Week. David Filak was named the Empire 8 and UCHC Goaltender of the Week following a excellent bounce back performance in Brockport's 5-2 win over Elmira last Saturday.

Despite allowing two goals across his first 12 shots faced, Filak would recover to ignite a Brockport comeback. The junior from Northville, MI would stop 18 straight shots, posting a scoreless final 36:16 of the contest to earn his fourth win of the season. Filak finished the evening with 29 saves, stopping 93.5% of the shots he faced, and posting 25+ saves for the sixth straight game. 

Filak is in the midst of his best season with the Green and Gold, already surpassing his total wins from 2024-25 (3), and posting a single-game career high in saves (48) against Utica back on November 15th. He leads Brockport goaltenders in saves (233), ranking second in the UCHC conference in saves per game (33.29).

Brockport beats Elmira, 5-2

 The Brockport Ice Hockey team completed the season sweep of Elmira, defeating the Soaring Eagles on the road, 5-2, on Saturday, January 10th. The Golden Eagles improved to 5-8 overall and 3-2-1 in UCHC play following the win.

The Soaring Eagles would control the first 20 minutes of action, lighting the lamp at the 10:17 mark of the opening period to jump ahead 1-0 early. Brockport would find plenty of scoring chances in the opening frame, but eight Brody Haynes saves would keep the Green and Gold off the scoreboard entering the second period. 

Elmira would maintain control of the contest in the second period, doubling their lead and outshooting Brockport in the period (14-4). Brock MacDonald would connect for a goal just 3:44 into the period to put Elmira ahead 2-0. The home team would threaten throughout the period, but 13 David Filak saves would keep Brockport within striking distance entering the final period.

Down 2-0 with 20 minutes to play, Matthew Lee would kick-start the Brockport offense. Just 34 seconds into the period, Aidan Taylor would connect with Lee for Brockport's opening goal, setting the stage for a critical comeback. Less than three minutes later, Josh Grund would tie up the contest, with freshman Joshua Pryzstal providing the assist.

The Golden Eagle offense would catch fire throughout the period, with Kyle Kussman taking advantage on the man advantage. Kussman would give Brockport the lead on the powerplay, seeing Micheal Kull adding the apple on the go-ahead goal. Less than two minutes removed, Brody Seitz would secure a crucial insurance goal to extend the Brockport advantage to 4-2. Spencer Flansberg would pick up a point on the assist.

Leaving no doubt, Matthew Lee would score his second of the evening late in the third, burying the empty net goal to secure Brockport's comeback victory.

David Filak was strong between the pipes for Brockport, making 29 saves with just two goals allowed in a excellent outing.

Eight different Golden Eagles finished with a point or better in a true team win. Brockport fared well in the faceoff circle (38-69), with Sacha Trudel leading the way (10-4). 

Ethan Seibert, Livio Azevedo, and Jackson Faughnan led the shot blocking efforts for Brockport, all blocking two shots each. 

Up Next: Brockport will head to Rochester to take on St. John Fisher on Friday, January 16th at 7 PM.

#1 Hobart beats Brockport

 The Brockport Ice Hockey team was defeated on home ice, 8-1, against #1-ranked Hobart College on Saturday, December 6th. Brockport fell to 4-8 on the season following the non-conference loss. 

The defending national champions showcased their scoring prowess early, netting the first four goals of the contest in the first period. Hobart capitalized on Brockport miscues, scoring three power-play goals in the first 20 minutes. 

Needing a spark down 4-0, Sacha Trudel would get the Golden Eagles on the scoreboard. Trudel would light the lamp at the 17:43 mark of the second period, thanks in part to a Brody Seitz assist. 

Despite cutting the Hobart lead to 4-1 entering the third, the top-ranked team in the country would net the contest's final four goals. Kaleb Miller, Joshua Przystal, and Livio Azevedo would generate scoring chances late, but the Golden Eagles would be unable to break through. 

Kaleb Miller, Sacha Trudel, and Brody Seitz were all productive for Brockport, finishing with a +1 rating.

Nicholas Maria led all Golden Eagles with three shots on the evening. 

David Filak picked up the start for Brockport, making 33 saves across 46:47 of game action.

Schuyler Flansburg was strong in the faceoff circle, winning 7 of 13 draws. 

Brockpoirt has big win against Elmira

 The Brockport Ice Hockey team rolled to a 6-3 victory over Elmira College on Friday, December 5th. The Golden Eagles improved to 4-7 overall and 2-3 in UCHC play after the win.

The Soaring Eagles would strike first, with Owen Halloran scoring the first of his two goals at the 7:38 mark of the period. 

The Golden Eagles would respond in a big way, scoring back-to-back goals to take a 2-1 lead. Great puck movement from Spencer Flansburg and Matthew Lee would lead to a Schuyler Flansburg goal at 10:53. Michael Kull would strike less than five minutes later, assisted by Nick Reif and Joshua Pryzstal at the 15:10 mark of the first period.

Elmira snatched momentum entering the second period, scoring with less than four seconds left to tie the contest at 2-2.

The Soaring Eagles would threaten in the second period, but 16 David Filak saves would keep the home team scoreless in the second period. Brockport would create a flurry of chances late, but the score would stay at 2-2 entering the final frame. 

In the final 20 minutes, Brockport would waste no time jumping back in front. Nicholas Maria would light the lamp 2:01 into the third period, with Kaleb Miller and Sacha Trudel providing the assists.

Josh Grund would give the Green and Gold a huge insurance goal, with Livio Azevedo providing the setup at 8:21. Up by two goals with less than three minutes left, Nick Reif would secure the empty net goal and a victory for Brockport.

Despite a late Elmira surge, Joshua Przystal would net Brockport's second empty net of the contest to give Brockport the crucial conference win.

Three different Golden Eagles recorded two points, with 12 Brockport skaters finishing with a point or better. Spencer Flansburg (2A), Michael Kull (1G, 1A), and Nick Reif (1G, 1A) led the scoring charge for Brockport. 

David Filak (W, 3-2) provided an excellent effort for Brockport, making 40 saves in a busy evening. 

This weekend in Brockport hockey

The Brockport Ice Hockey team will head to Elmira for UCHC play on Friday, December 5th at 7 PM. The Golden Eagles will then host the defending national champions, #1-ranked Hobart, on Saturday, December 6th at 7 PM.

Last Outing: The Golden Eagles defeated Lebanon Valley College from Castleton University, 2-1, on Saturday, November 29th. Brockport improved to 3-7 overall following the win. 

Dax Easter continued his strong start to the season, earning the win and making 24 saves on the afternoon.

With less than six minutes remaining in the first period,  Livio Azevedo buried an Andrew Haugh feed to put Brockport ahead 1-0 at the 14:07 mark. 

Nicholas Maria would put the Golden Eagles ahead 2-0 with less than seven minutes remaining, thanks in part to an assist from Josh Grund.

Joshua Przystal led all Golden Eagles with two blocked shots, adding seven wins in the face-off circle.

Nick Reif led the shots effort for Brockport, launching eight shots on the afternoon. 

Rookie Spotlight: Playing in eight games to begin the season, freshman Nick Reif has been excellent offensively for the Green and Gold. Reif has connected for a team-high five goals, tied for the fifth most in the UCHC. Since beginning the season with four goals in his first two games, Reif has posted a point or better in three of his last four outings. 

Between the Pipes: With David Filak, Dax Easter, and Trevor Joule all earning time in net for Brockport, the Golden Eagles' goaltenders have ranked toward the top of the UCHC to begin the season. The Green and Gold lead the conference in total saves (319) and rank second in saves per game (31.9). David Filak holds a UCHC third-best 32.75 saves per contest.

Scouting Elmira: The Soaring Eagles hold a 3-6 overall record and a 1-1 record in UCHC play, coming off a 7-3 loss at home against Wilkes. The Golden Eagles will look to snap a five-game losing streak in the head-to-head series.  

Scouting Hobart: The defending NCAA Champions have rolled to an 8-0 start, defeating SUNY Canton 4-0 last Saturday in SUNYAC play. Saturday's matchup will mark the first since the 2023-24 season, with Brockport looking to collect its second-ranked victory of the season.

Brockport beats LVC

The Brockport Ice Hockey team defeated Lebanon Valley College, 2-1, on Saturday, November 29th. The Golden Eagles improved to 3-7 on the season following the non-conference victory.

Dax Easter (W, 3-2) continued his strong start to the season, earning the win and making 24 saves on the afternoon. Easter has led the Golden Eagles to victories in back-to-back starts.

Brockport controlled the pace of the contest, outshooting Lebanon Valley 40-25 in the contest, beginning with a 17-10 edge in the opening period.

With less than six minutes remaining in the first period, Livio Azevedo would bury an Andrew Haugh feed to put Brockport ahead 1-0 at the 14:07 mark.

Following a defensive second period that kept both teams off the scoreboard, Brockport would double its advantage in the third period. Nicholas Maria would put the Golden Eagles ahead 2-0 with less than seven minutes remaining, thanks in part to an assist from Josh Grund.

Despite a late Lebanon Valley goal to cut he lead to 2-1, Easter would make a clutch save at the buzzer to secure the non-conference win for the Green and Gold.

Joshua Przystal led all Golden Eagles with two blocked shots, adding seven wins in the face-off circle.

Nick Reif led the shots effort for Brockport, launching eight shots on the afternoon.

Brockport falls to St. John Fisher

 The Brockport Ice Hockey team came up short against St. John Fisher, 4-2, on Friday, November 28th. The Golden Eagles fell to 2-7 on the season following the non-conference loss.

Brockport wasted no time recording the game's opening goal, taking a 1-0 lead less than two minutes into the opening period. Nick Reif continued his excellent freshman season, scoring his team-leading fifth goal 1:54 into the first to put the Golden Eagles ahead early.

The Cardinals would net the equalizer less than seven minutes later, seeing Kenneth Brodie tie the contest at 1-1 with 11:30 left in the period. Despite creating several scoring chances, 11 first-period saves from Trevor Joule would keep Brockport tied entering the second period.

Both teams would trade scoring opportunities across the first 11 minutes of the second, seeing the Cardinals jump ahead 2-1 7:35 into the period. Needing a spark with less than a minute left in the period, Aidan Taylor would change the momentum. Kyle Kussmann would provide the assist for Taylor's second goal of the season, tying the game at 2-2 entering the final frame.    

Despite scoring chances from Victor Malzahn, Ethan Seibert, Brody Seitz, and Michael Kull, the Cardinals would record the final two goals of the contest. A power play and an empty net goal would secure the 4-2 win for St. John Fisher. 

The Golden Eagles were effective in the face-off circle, winning 39 of 58 draws. Sacha Trudel (12-3), Joshua Przstal (9-3), and Brody Seitz (5-1) were excellent on face-offs for Brockport.

Jackson Faughnan led the Golden Eagles with two blocked shots, adding two faceoff wins.

Aidan Taylor led the Golden Eagles with four shots, finishing with a +1 rating and lighting the lamp in back-to-back games.

Trevor Joule picked up the start between the pipes for Brockport, making 32 saves on 35 shots faced.

Alumni weekend

 

Brockport beats #15 Chatham

The Brockport Ice Hockey team secured a signature conference win, downing nationally ranked Chatham University, 2-1, on Saturday, November 22nd. The Golden Eagles improved to 2-6 on the season, securing their first UCHC win of the year.

The Golden Eagles jumped ahead in a hurry, with Josh Grund providing the assist to Kaleb Miller's opening tally just 3:10 into the opening period. Brockport would stay on the attack, creating a plethora of scoring chances in the first. Cameron Kuntar of Chatham would make 14 first-period saves to keep the Brockport lead at 1-0 entering the second period.

A physical second period would stall both offenses, with the Golden Eagles taking a 1-0 edge into the third period. Kyle Kussmann, Michael Kull, Jacob Gates, Dominic Chirico, and others would provide scoring chances, but the Golden Eagles would be unable to build on their lead.      

In the third period, the Golden Eagles would capitalize on a Chatham penalty, lighting the lamp on the power play. Excellent puck movement from Matthew Lee and Nick Reif would lead to Aidan Taylor's man-up goal, putting Brockport ahead 2-0 with less than 10 minutes to go. 

Despite a late Cougar's goal to jump within one, Filak and the Brockport defense would come through down the stretch. Filak would make 12 third-period saves, with Jackson Faughnan providing a blocked shot with less than five seconds left to secure the victory.

Andrew Haugh led the Green and Gold in blocked shots once again, stopping a team-high three shots. 

Sacha Trudel (8-13) and Manny Sanchez (11-17) led the way in the face-off circle, winning over 55% of their face-offs.  

David Filak (W, 2-2) was strong throughout for Brockport, allowing just one goal with 25 saves on the afternoon. 

Brockport loses to #15 Chatham in OT

The Brockport Ice Hockey team was defeated in overtime, 5-4, against #15 Chatham in the Teddy Bear Toss game on Friday, November 21st. The Golden Eagles dropped to 1-6 on the season and 0-2-0-0-1 in UCHC play following the loss, picking up a point in the conference standings.

The Teddy Bears would hit the ice in a hurry, with Michael Kull finding Kyle Kussmann for the game's opening goal 11:10 into the opening period. The celebration would be short-lived, as Kyle Cyprian would connect for the Cougars 49 seconds later to tie the contest at 1-1.

Despite a plethora of Brockport scoring chances in the second period, 12 Nikolas Trakakis saves would keep the contest tied entering the third period.

Business would pick up for both offenses in the final period of regulation, seeing both teams score three goals each. Chatham would jump in front 2-1 just 4:07 into the third period before three unanswered Brockport goals.

Just over three minutes later, freshman Brody Seitz would light the lamp on the power play, thanks to an assist from Nick Reif to tie the contest at 2-2.

The Green and Gold offense would continue to produce, seeing Schuyler Flansburg capitalize on a loose puck 11:24 into the third to give Brockport its second lead of the contest (3-2). Brockport's leading point scorer, Manny Sanchez, would double the lead just 35 seconds later, scoring his first of the year to give Brockport a two-goal lead with 7:59 left.

The Cougars would rally back, capitalizing on an untimely Brockport penalty with Nick Cyprian scoring his second of the game to bring Chatham within a goal (4-3). 

Michael Roby would take over the contest for the Cougars, completing his hat-trick with the game-tying goal with 38 seconds left in regulation, and the overtime dagger to will the #15 team in the nation to an overtime win.

Andrew Haugh was strong in the Brockport defensive zone, blocking a game-high three shots in an excellent effort.

Dax Easter picked up the start for Brockport, making 26 saves on 32 shots faced. Brockport would finish the evening with a 40-31 shot advantage.

The annual teddy bear toss

The Ice Hockey team will host #15-ranked Chatham for a pair of UCHC contests, beginning with Teddy Bear Toss on Friday, November 21st at 7 PM. The Golden Eagles will then host Chatham on Saturday, November 22nd, at 3 PM. 

Teddy Bear Toss: Brockport men's hockey team is set to host its sixth annual Teddy Bear Toss as the Golden Eagles take on Chatham University Friday night at the Wegmans Ice Arena (7 pm).  Fans who bring a new stuffed animal to the game will receive free admission. After Brockport scores its first goal, fans can throw their stuffed animals onto the ice for collection and distribution to local families in need during the holiday season. With the help of Brockport's Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, the Golden Eagles have collected over 2,000 stuffed animals for local children since its inception six years ago.

Last Time Out: The Golden Eagles fell at nationally-ranked Utica University, 5-2, on Saturday, November 15th. Brockport dropped to 1-5 on the season and 0-2 in UCHC play following the loss. 

Josh Grund (G) and Joshua Przystal led the Golden Eagles with three shots on goal each. Manny Sanchez added a goal, his first of the season, increasing his team leading point total (6). 

Nine different Golden Eagles would record a blocked shot, with Matthew Lee leading the pack with two. 

Josh Grund, Jacob Gates, and Livio Azevedo led the squad with a +1 rating in the contest. 

Positive Play: Despite holding a -9 goal differential as a squad, four Golden Eagles have a positive +/- through five games. Jacob Gates has provided excellent play from the defenseman spot, leading the squad with a +2 rating, adding a goal and an assist on the season. Andrew Haugh has done much of the same on the Brockport defense, matching Gates' team-leading +2 rating with an assist on the season. The freshman duo of Matthew Lee (G, A) and Brody Seitz (2A) has also been very productive, each holding a +1 rating for the Green and Gold.

Blocking Pucks: The Golden Eagles have been willing and able to sacrifice the body, with 13 different Golden Eagles blocking multiple shots on the season. Jackson Faughnan (A), Dominic Chirico, and Victor Malzahn (G) are all tied for the team lead in blocked shots, stopping six shots each on the season. 

Unfazed Freshman: Opening UCHC play against #10-ranked Utica this past weekend, Michael Kull elevated his play against elite competition. The freshman from Hamburg, NY, recorded his first collegiate point at home against Utica, assisting on Jacob Gate's third-period goal. Kull maintained his point-per-game average in conference play, adding another assist against the Pioneers last Saturday.

Scouting Chatham: The Cougars currently hold an undefeated 6-0 record overall and 2-0 mark in UCHC play, recently defeating Nazareth 3-2 on home ice. Chatham entered the latest USCHO Division III National Rankings for the first time in program history, ranking 15th in the country. The Golden Eagles hold a 4-3 edge in the head-to-head series since 2021, with the Golden Eagles winning the last matchup in Pittsburgh, 5-3. 

Brockport falls to Utica on the road

The Brockport Ice Hockey team was defeated at nationally ranked Utica, 5-2, on Saturday, November 15th. The Golden Eagles fall to 1-5 overall and 0-2 in UCHC play following the conference loss.

David Filak would make the most of a busy evening, stopping 48 of the 53 shots he faced and setting a new career high for single-game saves.

The #10-ranked Pioneers displayed relentless pressure throughout, attempting 83 shots, with 53 shots reaching the net. Despite recording 15 shots on goal in the opening period, 14 David Filak saves would keep Brockport within a goal entering the second period.

Utica would double its advantage in a hurry, with John Gutt scoring his second goal of the contest just 2:29 into the second period. In desperate need of an equalizer, Josh Grund would break through for the Green and Gold. Sacha Trudel would provide the assist for the Grund goal, cutting Utica's lead in half (2-1). 

The Pioneers would be quick to respond, scoring just 37 seconds later to jump ahead 3-1, adding another goal with 36 seconds left in the period to take a 4-1 lead into the third period. Utica would post a goal in the first 2:30 of each period, with Nick Ahern connecting for a tally to open the third period.

Down 5-1 in the third, Manny Sanchez would net an unassisted goal for his first of the season, cutting the Utica lead to 5-2 with under 13 minutes remaining. Despite late scoring chances from Kaleb Miller, Connor McAleer, Ethan Seibert, and Matthew Lee, Brockport would be unable to build off the Sanchez goal.

Josh Grund (G) and Joshua Przystal led the Golden Eagles with three shots on goal each.

Nine different Golden Eagles would record a blocked shot, with Matthew Lee leading the pack with two. 

Josh Grund, Jacob Gates, and Livio Azevedo led the squad with a +1 rating in the contest.

Brockport falls to Utica at home

The Brockport Ice Hockey team dropped its UCHC Opener against #10-ranked Utica, 4-1, on Friday, November 14th. The Golden Eagles fell to 1-4 on the year following the conference loss.

The Pioneer offense was methodical throughout, scoring a goal or more in each period of the contest. Utica would take a 1-0 lead into the second period, thanks to Gabriel Lundberg's opening tally. 

Despite 12-second period saves from Dax Easter, Utica would double its advantage in the second period. Drake Morse would light the lamp for the #10-ranked team in the country to jump ahead 2-0. Michael Kull, Livio Azevedo, Sacha Trudel, and others would create scoring chances, but Utica goalie Kyle Curtin would keep Brockport off the scoreboard entering the final period.

Following a Brockport pre-faceoff miscue, Utica would jump ahead 3-0 on the power play. Nick Ahern would finish the Pioneer tic-tac-toe on the man up.

Needing an offensive spark, Jacob Gates would be up to the task. Gates would bury the Golden Eagles' lone goal of the contest, with Kyle Kussmann and Michael Kull chipping in with assists. 

Less than four minutes later, Drake Morse's second tally of the night would thwart the Brockport comeback bid, giving Utica its first win of the season.

Dax Easter was solid in defeat, matching his career high of 40 saves in a strong effort.

Victor Malzahn would lead the Golden Eagles with two blocked shots. 

Freshman Michael Kull was strong offensively for the Green and Gold, leading the squad with three shots and adding an assist.

Brockport to play Utica this weekend

The Brockport Ice Hockey team will host #10-ranked Utica University in UCHC opener action on Friday, November 14th at 7 PM. The Golden Eagles will then head to Utica to face the Pioneers on Saturday, November 15th, at 7 PM.

Last Outing: The Golden Eagles came up short against nationally-ranked Oswego State, 4-1, on Saturday, November 8th. The Golden Eagles dropped to 1-3 on the season following the loss in non-conference action.

Schuyler Flansburg netted the Golden Eagles' lone goal, with freshman Brody Seitz adding an assist. 

Dax Easter kept Brockport within striking distance in the loss, making a career-high 40 saves.

Victor Malzahn was active on defense, leading all players with three shot blocks.  

Keeping Pace: Through four games, two Golden Eagles have played to a point per game pace, excelling in the Brockport offensive attack. Manny Sanchez currently leads all Golden Eagles in points (5), thanks to a team-high five assists, posting an assist or better in three of four outings. Freshman Nick Reif has emerged as a top goal scorer for the Green and Gold, leading the squad with four goals. Reif powered the Brockport offense to a win at Neumann, lighting the lamp three times in a matter of moments in a hat-trick effort. 

UCHC Outlook: The Golden Eagles will open their 2025-26 conference slate at home against Utica, looking to leave their mark in one of the most competitive hockey conferences in the country. The UCHC conference features four teams either ranked or receiving votes in the latest USCHO Division III Top-15, including Geneseo (7th), Utica (10th), Chatham (RV), and Albertus Magnus (RV). The UCHC welcomes three new additions to the conference for the 2025-26 season, including Elmira, St. John Fisher, and Albertus Magnus. 

Scouting Utica: Coming off an excellent 24-5-2 National Championship Runner-Up season in the 2024-25 season, the Pioneers have hit a rough patch to begin the 2025-26 season. Utica has jumped out to a 0-4 start, most recently losing back-to-back games against the defending national champions, Hobart College (6-5, 2-1).  The Pioneers endured a difficult non-conference slate that included two games against #2-ranked Adrian College to begin the season, holding the second-toughest strength of schedule in the country. The Golden Eagles will look to secure their first win against Utica in the head-to-head series. 

Up Next: Following the home and home with Utica, Brockport will host Chatham for Teddy Bear Toss on Friday, November 21st at 7 PM.