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OJHL ANNOUNCES NEW PROSPECTS SERIES

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Round-robin games set for Milton, Trenton, Cobourg, Mississauga beginning Nov. 4

October 10, 2025 – The Ontario Junior Hockey League (OJHL) is proud to announce the new OJHL Prospects Series, a showcase event highlighting the top 2008- and 2009-born players from across the region. The six-game series will take place in four communities — Milton, Mississauga, Trenton, Cobourg — with details regarding the championship game to be announced in the coming weeks.

The Prospects Series will feature six teams competing in a round-robin format followed by a championship game. Selected players will be named to three teams representing OJHL East and three teams representing OJHL West. Following the round-robin, the top two teams will advance to the championship game.

A preliminary list of participating prospects includes more than 90 players who have been drafted by Ontario Hockey League teams and players with NCAA Division I commitments, underscoring the depth of talent taking part in the Prospects Series.

“The landscape in junior hockey has rapidly changed,” said Rick Morocco, OJHL VP Business Operations.  “The OJHL Prospects Series is a great new event designed to showcase the top 2008 and 2009 players over a multi-month period of time with the goal of showing each player’s development, while preparing them for higher levels of hockey in the next step in their career.”

OJHL Prospect Series schedule:

Nov. 4    Prospects Series East    Duncan McDonald Memorial Community Gardens, Trenton, ON  7:30

Nov. 11    Prospect Series East – Cobourg Community Centre, Cobourg, ON 12:30

Nov. 17    Prospects Series West – Milton Memorial Arena, Milton, ON 12:30

Dec. 2    Prospects Series East – Cobourg Community Centre, Cobourg, ON  7:30

Dec. 15    Prospects Series West – Milton Memorial Arena, Milton, ON 12:30

Dec. 29    Prospects Series West – Port Credit Memorial Arena, Mississauga, ON  7:30

Jan. 6    Prospect Series Championship – TBD 7:30

The new Prospects Series will be featured on the OJHL website (ojhl.ca) with Prospect League standings, top scorers, top goalies as well as player features.  All games will be webcast on FLO Hockey and will include a suite of analytics courtesy of SportLogiq.

The OJHL will be announcing more exciting big news on its new Prospects Series in the coming weeks including rosters, staff announcements and much more.

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Story from Colgate Sports Information Office

BOSTON – The Raiders earned a hard fought point with goals from Antonio Fernandez and Ryan Sullivan to secure a 2-2 tie at Agganis Arena in Boston, Mass. Colgate eventually fell in a shootout 2-0.

COACH HARDER’S COMMENTS
“As a staff, we are happy for our guys to trust that they are good and able to achieve. It’s not perfect but it’s a start.”

HOW IT HAPPENED
The first period began with Colgate setting a defensive tone as Andrew Takacs made several key saves to keep BU at bay during an early penalty kill. Despite BU’s aggressive start, including shots from Cole Eiserman and others, Colgate’s defense, particularly Owen Neuharth and Easton Wainwright, successfully blocked multiple shots.Colgate capitalized on its defensive efforts midway through the period when Ryan Sullivan scored the first goal of the game at 9:43, assisted by Max Nagel, putting Colgate in the lead. The period saw Colgate taking advantage of power-play opportunities and maintaining pressure on BU’s goaltender Mikhail Yegorov.The period closed with Colgate holding a 1-0 advantage, successfully navigating through a late penalty call for too many players on the ice. The defense held firm, ensuring BU could not equalize before the intermission.Boston University broke the deadlock early in the second period with an even-strength goal by Cole Eiserman, assisted by Ryder Ritchie, at 14:35. This goal gave the Terriers a 2-1 lead over Colgate. In response, Colgate’s defense stepped up with key blocks by Antonio Fernandez and Simon Labelle, while Takacs made several saves to keep the score within reach.Colgate faced challenges throughout the period, including a penalty on Simone Dadiè that led to a BU power play, but the defense held firm, preventing further scoring. As the period progressed, Colgate managed to create offensive opportunities, but Yegorov for BU successfully turned away multiple attempts. Despite a late power play opportunity for Colgate, the period ended with BU maintaining a slim 2-1 lead.The third period commenced with Colgate holding a narrow lead. Early on, Antonio Fernandez extended Colgate’s advantage with a goal, assisted by Jack Brandt and Josh Niedermayer, bringing the score to 2-1. This momentum was briefly halted as Boston University tied the game with a goal from Jack Murtagh, bringing the score to 2-2.Following the equalizer, Colgate maintained pressure, with Takacs making several crucial saves to prevent Boston from taking the lead. Despite numerous attempts from both teams, neither could find the back of the net again, resulting in the period ending at a 2-2 stalemate.Colgate and BU entered a tense overtime period with the score deadlocked. Colgate gained early momentum by winning the initial faceoff, with Sullivan besting Kamil Bednarik. Despite a promising start, both teams struggled to convert their opportunities, with Colgate’s Michael Neumeier and Labelle having shots saved or blocked by Boston’s defense.Colgate had a significant chance to break the tie with a power play after Bednarik’s tripping penalty. However, their efforts during the man advantage were thwarted, as the Boston defense and goaltender Yegorov held firm. Colgate continued to press, with Brett Merner and Labelle taking shots, but they were unable to find the back of the net.As the period wound down, both teams exchanged shots, but neither could capitalize. Takacs made crucial saves for Colgate to keep the game level. The overtime period concluded without a goal, leaving the game tied with no change to the scoreboard.In the shootout period, Colgate’s Brandt and Fernandez both attempted shots but were unable to convert against BU goalie Yegorov. On the other side, BU’s Eiserman and Jack Harvey successfully scored on their attempts against Colgate goalie Takacs. Consequently, the Terriers secured the shootout win. The game concluded with a score of 2-2, as the shootout determined the final outcome beyond regulation play.GAME NOTESAndrew Takacs made 33 saves in his first start of the season to help secure the point.Antonio Fernandez picked up his first goal of the season and second point of the series.Ryan Sullivan scored his first goal of the season.UP NEXT
The Raiders (0-1-1) return to Hamilton for their home opener next Friday. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. against Canisius at Class of 65 Arena.

Colgate Tops Boston University in Women’s Hockey

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Story from Colgate Sports Information Office…

HAMILTON – A five-goal third period spotlighted by an Alexis Petford go-ahead goal with just over five minutes left, helped the Raiders earn the weekend sweep over No. 14 Boston University with a 4-3 win on Saturday night at Class of 65 Arena.

HOW IT HAPPENED
Despite a series of shots by Colgate’s Avery Pickering and Elyssa Biederman, Boston University’s goaltender, Michelle Pasiechnyk, remained firm, keeping the puck out of the net. The first frame concluded with both teams scoreless, as Colgate maintained consistent pressure but could not break through Pasiechnyk’s defenses. The period ended 0-0.Emma Pais led Colgate to a strong second period, capitalizing on a key opportunity at 12:23 to put Colgate ahead 1-0. The goal was assisted by Casey Borgiel and came after a series of saves by Brooke Davis, who kept BU off the scoreboard despite their early pressure.Colgate extended their lead in the final moments of the period with another goal by Pais at 19:43, this time assisted by Alexia Aubin. The period closed with Colgate in control, leading BU 2-0.BU scored two goals in the first seven minutes of the third frame to tie the game at two apiece. Despite the pressure, Colgate held their ground and regained the lead with a goal from Borgiel at 12:22, assisted by Madeline Palumbo. The lead was short-lived as BU equalized again with a goal from Sydney Healey at 6:36.Colgate responded swiftly, and Alexis Petford netted the decisive goal at 5:29, assisted by Taylor Senecal, to pull ahead 4-3. Despite BU’s efforts, including pulling their keeper in the final minutes, Colgate’s defense, supported by key faceoff wins, held firm. The period concluded with Colgate securing a 4-3 victory.GAME NOTESBrooke Davis earned her first collegiate win as the Raiders netminder with a 15 save effort.Emma Pais scored two goals in the Raiders win extending her point streak to four games and logged goals in back-to-back games for the first time since March 1 and March 7 of last season.Colgate outshot BU by a margin of 42-18 including holding the Terriers to just three first period shots.Casey Borgiel picked up her third goal of the season, the senior scored three goals all of last season.UP NEXT
No. 8 Colgate (2-2-0) hits the road for its first road trip of the season. The Raiders square off with Maine in Orono, Maine next Friday and Saturday. Puck drop for Friday is set for 6:30 p.m.

Fernandez ECAC Defender of Week

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CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. – Antonio Fernandez was named ECAC Defender of the Week, the conference announced Monday.Fernandez logged a goal and an assist over the weekend against No. 3 ranked Boston University. The junior posted an assist on Friday on the first Raiders goal and scored a go-ahead goal 1:48 into the third period on Saturday. The blueliner also blocked five shots and went +2 over the weekend.Colgate (0-1-1) returns to Hamilton this weekend for its home opener against Canisius. Puck drop is set for 7 p.m. on Friday at Class of 1965 Arena.

NY Raptors Take Two

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BY MICHAEL MEYERS –

The New York Raptors defeated the South Shore Ice Dragon, 11-5, at the Essex County Codey Arena/South Mountain Recreation Complex in West Orange, New Jersey. Both teams played very well.

The Raptors played a second game that day against the Montgomery/Nova team, defeating them, 12-2.

The Raptors are now 2-0-0 for the 2025-26 hockey season.

2025-26 ROCHESTER AMERICANS SEASON PREVIEW

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By Warren Kozireski

While decisions weren’t final regarding who will make the Buffalo Sabres roster, the Rochester Americans project to have four first or second round draft selections and a defense that could be the envy of the American Hockey League as they embark on the 2025-26 campaign.

The team parted ways with captain Mason Jobst and assistant captain Brett Murray among others which will give even more playing time and special teams minutes to their top prospects.

Former first rounder Isak Rosen, who led the team with 28 goals and 55 points last season, is joined by fellow first-rounder Noah Ostlund and Konsta Helenius along with second round selection Anton Wahlberg at forward.

Add third rounder Viktor Neuchev, who scored 22 points in 39 games before a season-ending injury, and veterans Josh Dunne, Riley Fiddler-Schultz, Graham Slaggert, Brendan Warren and Jake Leschyshyn among others and rookies Matteo Constantini and Tyson Kopff to what appears to be at least three solid forward lines.

“It’s an opportunity for them (the younger players) to step into bigger roles that other guys had the last few years and it’s a time for them to really show everyone…that they can do more and handle a bigger load and more responsibility and time for them to take the next step,” last year’s assistant captain Zach Metsa said during training camp.

But the defense appears to be downright impressive returning Metsa, third on the team with 46 points, former first round pick Ryan Johnson, Nikita Novikov, who had a team-best +28 plus/minus in a breakout campaign, Vsevlod Komarov and Jack Rathbone. And Buffalo announced late that 2025 first round draft pick Radim Mrtka was assigned to Rochester instead of returning to his WHL team Seattle.

Add trade acquisitions Isaac Belliveau (from Pittsburgh) and Zac Jones (from NY Rangers), veterans Peter Tischke and Aiden Fulip (via Bridgeport) and clearly there is a numbers issue on the blueline.

“Certain partnerships I’m sure will stay the same…and you can use that experience to help especially early in the season when you’re a little rusty and just getting going,” Metsa said. “There’s a lot of familiar faces in the room during camp here and it’s great.”

The questions in goal are mostly surrounded around who? The injury to Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen in Buffalo resulted in the signing of Alexander Georgiev after Alex Lyon was inked to a two-year deal this summer.

Devon Levi returns after a solid end of the regular season and playoff. His partner will be either second round 2022 selection Topias Leinonen or 2023 fifth rounder Scott Ratzlaff, who both inked three-year entry-level deals this past spring with one likely headed to Jacksonville (ECHL).

Or if Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen is healthy in Buffalo to start the season, does free agent signees Alex Lyon or Alexandar Georgiev clear waivers and accept a minor league assignment sending two to Jacksonville?

The season and the answers to some of these questions happen this week with the season opener Fri. Oct. 10.

2025-2026 RIT SEASON PREVIEW

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By Warren Kozireski

RIT won the conference regular season title in 2022-23 and 2023-24. Then they were devastated losing their top four scorers in the portal before last season. The results were predictable as they finished third-from-last before being knocked out by eight-seed AIC in the first round of the playoffs.

Longtime head coach Wayne Wilson and associate head coach Brian Hills retired and now former Tiger captain Matt Thomas tries to put the program back as the eighth hockey head coach in school history.

He brings 26 years of experience at both the NCAA Division I and professional ranks, including the last four seasons as an assistant coach with the Providence Bruins – the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the NHL Boston Bruins.

“I really look forward to returning to my alma mater…I do miss The Ritter (Arena), but an incredible opportunity for me to get closer to Toronto where I am from and really excited to work with our team,” Thomas said during the AHA Media Day call.

“We do return 16 players which is great and add 11 newcomers (four transfers). We have five players this year with OHL (Ontario Hockey League) experience and I think that will continue.”

Junior Christian Catalano is the top point-getter returning after his 23-point campaign with senior Simon Isabelle the only other returner in double-digits last season, so there is plenty of openings on the top two lines.

Transfers include forward Austin Brimmer, who scored 21 points in 32 games with Long Island University and forward Boris Skalos from Mercyhurst.

The Tigers enter the season deepest on defense with sophomore Tristan Allan and senior Xavier Lapointe combining for 30 points one year ago. Senior Gustav Blom and juniors Kevin Scott and Crossley Stewart add experience on the blueline.

Sophomore Jakub Krbecek started 18 games last season in net and senior Trent Burnham started eight, but freshman Ottawa 67’s (OHL) recruit Collin MacKenzie could push for playing time after being the number one last season.

The Tigers welcome Clarkson for the annual Brick City Homecoming game at Rochester Blue Cross Arena Oct. 18 and will also participate with Union, Miamai and Sacred Heart in the Friendship Four in Belfast, Ireland Thanksgiving weekend.

2025-2026 CANISIUS SEASON PREVIEW

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By Warren Kozireski

Canisius finished in the middle of the Atlantic Hockey America standings last season two games under .500 and advanced to the quarterfinals before being shutout in both games by eventual champion Bentley ending their season.

This season they welcome back 16 players and add 14 newcomers, six of them freshmen.

“Anytime you have numbers like that…it brings some unknown and brings some excitement because you have guys with a new face and a new opportunity and what we’re all trying to do this time of year is create a unified group,” head coach Trevor Large said during the conference Media Day.

“Overall, I think depth at forward is strong with less new up front…our d-corp is almost brand new with six of nine new faces to the Griffs and two returners in net along with portal transfer (Williamsville) Chase Clark” from American International.

Tri-captains senior Oliver Tarr, senior Trey Funk and fifth-year Alton McDermott combined for 47 points last season and will lead the forward group.

Portal forward transfer Walter Zacher from Robert Morris scored 15 goals with 24 points last season. Rhys Chiddenton also arrives via Bemidji State up front.

Sophomore Carter Patterson as the primary returner on the blueline and the Griffins added four defensemen through the portal in Jason Gallucci from Penn State, Joseph Mesina and Josh Phillips via Union plus Jack Pascucci from UConn.

“On the back end Pascucci and Gallacci both are going to get an opportunity to solidify their spot on the roster so we’re happy about a lot of the d-corp but those two have showcased their ability.”

Clark, a senior, will compete with junior Ethan Robertson and sophomore Petter Wickstrom-Stumer for the net. The later two started a combined 29 games last season with Robertson sporting a 2.47 goals against average.

The Griffs kick off the season at home Oct. 3 versus Clarkson and start conference play two weeks later at Army. Road trips to Colgate and Lindenwood also do the non-conference slate.

NIAGARA 2025-2026 SEASON PREVIEW

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By Warren Kozireski

After a solid 15 conference win regular season and a fourth-place finish, Niagara earned the first-round playoff bye before being upset in the quarterfinals by an Army team motivated at least partially by their retiring longtime head coach.

After losing four of their top five scorers from last season to either graduation or the portal accounting for 54 of their second best in the conference 90 goals scored, the Purple Eagles will need find offense from different places and build locker room chemistry in a hurry with 14 returners and 11 new faces.

“I believe our staff did an awesome job in finding ways to bring talent to our campus…(but) I don’t know that answer to that yet,” head coach Jason Lammers said during the conference Media Day. “I think something we’ve always built our teams on is doing it by committee…and it will be built that way again this year.”

Senior forward Glebs Prohorenkovs is the top returning scorer with 31 points.

“Guys we’re excited about; I’ll start up front and one is (sophomore) Spencer Young, he’s a top returning guy for us and someone who had an awesome first year (seven goals, five assists). (Senior) Noah Hackett is a guy who has really matured through the program and, while he’s had to wait his turn, he put up some goals for us last year (11) and has some big, hairy, audacious goals for himself this year and (senior) Glebs Prohorenkovs played in the World Championships last year (for Latvia) and gained a wealth of experience from that and is someone we’re really counting on.”

It is on defense where the Purple Eagles are the most experienced with seniors Ethan Lund, Jonathan Ziskie and Mitchell Becker with graduate student Lane Brockhoff and junior Ross Roloson.

“On the back end we have (junior) Ross Roloson returning who was an important guy on our power play and special teams in general last year and (senior) Ethan Lund who we’re looking to take on more of  a leadership role this year.”

Goaltending features the inexperienced trio of junior Mitchell Day and sophomore Deivs Rolov who combined to play in three games last season with freshman Thomas Anderson via the Bismarck Bobcats in the NAHL where he set the team record for wins while leading them to their first regular season title.

Niagara begins the campaign with six non-conference games beginning with St. Lawrence on home ice Oct. 4 before starting conference play with a home-and-home against Robert Morris Halloween weekend.

Colgate Men’s Tickets On Sale

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HAMILTON – Season tickets and mini plans for the 2025-26 Colgate Men’s Hockey season are available.Fans can reserve tickets online by clicking HERE.The Raiders will take home ice for the first time this season Oct. 17-18 against Canisius. Colgate will host 15 games at Class of 65 arena this season.2025-26 Hockey Season Ticket Prices
Sullivan Suite $435
Adult $235
Fac/Staff $175
Senior $175
Child $175
Season Parking Pass $1002025-26 Hockey Mini Plan Ticket Prices
Adult $135
Senior/Child $100Season ticket holders gain admission to all home games. Parking passes for the Class of 1965 Arena lot will be available for purchase with the ordering of tickets. The parking pass for the season will cost $100.Mini plan holders receive admission to the Cornell game (Feb. 6) plus six other games of choice. Additionally, mini plan and season ticket holders get access to “chalk talks” with a member of the Colgate coaching staff before every Friday home game.Single-game tickets go on sale on Sept. 16. Stay tuned to ColgateAthletics.com for updates.

Plattsburgh State Athletics – Season Ticket Sales for Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Begin TODAY

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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. – Season ticket sales for Plattsburgh State men’s and women’s ice hockey will begin on Monday, Aug. 18, and will continue through Thursday, Sept. 18. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the Field House Box Office, or over the phone by calling (518) 564-4062.

Season ticket pricing is as follows:

  • Men’s Hockey Package: $145
  • Women’s Hockey Package: $50
  • Combo Package (Men’s & Women’s): $180

Sales will be conducted in three phases: Renewals (Aug. 18–Aug. 30), Change/Addition Period (Sept. 1–Sept. 3), and New Season Ticket Sales (Sept. 4–Sept. 18).

During the ticket sale period, standard box office hours will be Monday–Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The box office will be closed on Sundays, with the exception of limited hours on Wednesday, Aug. 20 (3–7 p.m.) due to college orientation, and Labor Day (Monday, Sept. 1) when the box office will be open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

All online renewals will be processed via Hometown Ticketing, and current season ticket holders will receive a separate email with detailed instructions.

Any questions regarding season ticket sales should be directed to burghytickets@plattsburgh.edu.
The box office is located at 167 Rugar Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901.

For those interested in receiving updates about season tickets, fill out this form to be added to our season ticket information distribution list: https://gocardinalsports.com/sb_output.aspx?form=37

U18 Men’s Selects Capture Hlinka Gretzky Cup

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Media Release from USA Hockey

TRENČÍN, Slovakia – The U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team defeated Sweden, 5-3, to capture the 2025 Hlinka Gretzky Cup championship here today at Pavol Demitra Ice Stadium behind by a three-point performance from Jack Hextall (Rolling Meadows, Ill.) (1g, 2a) and four power-play goals.

Team USA captures its second championship at the event and first since 2003, finishing the tournament with a record of 4-0-0-1 (W-OTW-OTL-L).

“It’s amazing. Our guys battled hard, and our power play was great. It’s a great feeling to win that one,” said Kevin Porter (Plymouth, Mich.), head coach of the U.S. Under-18 Men’s Select Team. “These players came to play every night. It was awesome to see. We’re champions now.”

Elton Hermansson opened the scoring for Sweden 10 seconds into the contest, firing a shot from the top of the right faceoff circle home.

The U.S. responded at 2:53 as Levi Harper (Tampa, Fla.) wristed a shot from the top of the left faceoff circle through traffic past Swedish netminder Milo Tjärnlund.

Noah Davidson (Irvine, Calif.) scored 1:04 later, tapping in a cross-crease pass from Hextall just nine seconds into a power play to give Team USA its first lead of the contest

Theodor Knights then knotted the contest at 2-2, as his shot from the point was redirected and found the back of the net 6:28 into the first period.

The U.S. regained the lead at 17:12 with its second power-play goal, this time from Hextall, who ripped a wrist shot over Tjärnlund’s glove from just outside the slot.

Nikita Klepov (Deerfield Beach, Fla.) added Team USA’s third power-play tally of the game 45 seconds into the second period, skating in front of the Swedish crease and rifling a shot into the top of the net to double his team’s lead to 4-2.

Hermansson scored his second goal of the game to make it a 4-3 game on a one-timer from the right circle on a 5-on-3 power play at 17:58 of the second period.

U.S. netminder Brady Knowling (Chicago, Ill.) made a cross-crease save with 2:33 remaining in the third period, sliding across and smothering the chance to keep the U.S. ahead by one. Knowling finished the game with 26 saves.

Nick Bogas (Bloomfield Hills, Mich.) scored Team USA’s fourth power-play goal of the contest with 2:26 remaining to seal the championship and account for the 5-3 score.

NOTES: Jack Hextall was named U.S. Player of the Game … The U.S. outshot Sweden, 35-29 … Team USA went 4-for-7 on the power play, while Sweden went 1-for-4 on power plays.

Women’s Collegiate Selects Close Out Series

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Provided by USA Hockey Media Relations

Both the U.S. Collegiate Women’s Select Team and U.S. Under-18 Women’s Select Team closed out its respective series against Canada today at the Lake Placid Olympic Center, with the Under-18 Select Team racking a 3-1 victory and the Collegiate Select Team falling 7-6 in a shootout.

With the victory, the U.S. wins the Under-18 Select Series with a 2-0-0-1 (W-OTW-OTL-L) record, winning the series for the first time since 2017.

Despite today’s loss, the U.S. also won the Collegiate Select Series with a 1-1-1-0 (W-OTW-OTL-L) record, its sixth-straight series win.

For the first time since the start of both series, the U.S. has won the Collegiate Select and Under-18 Select Series in the same year.

Canada 7, U.S. Collegiate Women’s Select Team 6 (SO)

Just 47 seconds into the game, Maggie Scannell (Wynantskill, N.Y.) gave the U.S. and early 1-0 lead, but Canada answered with two straight goals by Madeline Palumbo and Emmalee Pais to take a 2-1 lead into the second frame.

Canada added two goals in the second to open a 4-1 lead on the afternoon. Eloise Caron slipped the third goal of the game in, before Claire Murdoch took advantage of a misplayed puck by the U.S. goaltender for Canada’s fourth of the contest.

Cassie Hall (South Lyon, Mich.) pulled Team USA back within one, going bar down from the right faceoff dot on a 5-on-3 power play opportunity with 4:38 left in the second.

Eight minutes into the third, Laney Potter (Cranberry Township, Pa.) scored the U.S.’ third of the game, cutting the lead to 4-3. Team USA then went on the power play with just under 10 on the clock, where Kelly Gorbatenko (Barrington, Ill.) tied the game just 16 seconds into the extra skater opportunity.

MaryKate O’Brien (Wilbraham, Mass.) gave Team USA a 5-4 lead with 8:37 left in the third frame, the team’s fourth unanswered score, sliding a shot five hole. With time ticking down, Canada’s Jocelyn Amos recorded a power play goal to knot the game at 5-5.

With 3:25 left in the third, Jamie Nelson (Andover, Minn.) tallied the U.S.’ sixth of the game, but Canada answered with 1:41 left on the clock. After a scoreless overtime frame, Canada won the shootout, 3-2, in six rounds to give them the victory.

NOTES: The U.S outshot Canada, 32-31 … the U.S. was 2-8 on power plays, while Canada was 4-6.

U.S. Under-18 Women’s Select Team 3, Canada 1

Canada opened the game’s scoring with a goal almost four minutes into the contest. Rosalie Tremblay caught a pass behind the defense at the blue line before a backhander in close found its way over the glove of Bianca Birrittieri (Flower Mound, Texas).

Team USA responded just a few minutes later when Talla Hansen (Wayzata, Minn.) capitalized on a 2-on-1 feed from Lindsay Stepnowski (South Glastonbury, Ct.) to knot the game at 1-1.

Annabelle Lovell (Hingham, Mass.) gave the U.S. a 2-1 lead with 10:17 remaining in the second after corralling her own rebound off a point-blank shot from the low slot, before rifling one past Canada’s Rowan Houweling from the exact same spot.

Alaina Gnetz (Woodbury, Minn.) opened a 3-1 lead for Team USA midway through the third, slipping a shot past the goalie’s side right off the left post. The U.S.’ defense locked down for the remainder of the game, taking the game, along with the series win.

Birrittieri made 21 saves in the winning effort in net.

NOTES: Canada outshot the U.S., 22-20 … The U.S. was 0-3 on the power play, while Canada was 0-2.

U.S. Tops Switzerland in Four Nations Tourney

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U.S. Tops Switzerland, 4-1, at Under-17 Four Nations Tournament
Team USA takes on Czechia Friday (Aug. 8) at 4:30 p.m. ET on USAHockeyTV.com
 
PLYMOUTH, Mich. – Gerry DiCunzolo (Buffalo, N.Y.) and Jake Prunty (Lake Hopatcong, N.J.) each recorded two points, aiding the U.S. Under-17 Men’s Select Team to a 4-1 victory over Switzerland here today at USA Hockey Arena in its second game of the 2025 Under-17 Four Nations Tournament.“We found a way to win, and it was great to see our power play score some goals,” said Jason Guerriero (Manorville, N.Y.), head coach of the U.S. Under-17 Men’s Select Team. “We’re just trying to find ways to be better today than we were yesterday. Switzerland gave us a good game, but we stook to the basics of maintaining offensive-zone time and doing little things well.”With the win, the U.S. clinches its spot in Saturday’s (Aug. 9) championship game against Czechia.Switzerland struck first at 13:38 of the opening period as Kellan O’Leary fired a one-timer home from the slot after a centering feed from Alessandro Domenichelli.Ethan Sung (Pasadena, Calif.) scored an equalizer for the U.S. with 2:15 remaining. He tapped home a rebound chance after a shot from DiCunzolo.The U.S. took the lead at 11:42 of the second as Mark Pape (Shaker Heights, Ohio) scored on a rebound opportunity after a shot from Ryland Rooney (Dellwood, Minn.), beating Swiss netminder Luca Blaser with a backhand shot.Michael Tang (New York, N.Y.) nearly doubled the U.S. lead with 5:55 left in the middle stanza on a breakaway following a stretch pass from Anthony Valenti (Chicago, Ill.), but his chance was denied.Prunty gave the U.S. a 3-1 lead at 17:47, scoring on a wrister from the right faceoff circle that got past Blaser’s blocker.Ty Bergeron (Flat Rock, Mich.) extended Team USA’s lead 4:08 into the third, cashing in on a shorthanded breakaway generated by a pass from Logan Anderson (Estero, Fla.). U.S. netminder Kaeden Tate (Huntington Beach, Calif.) stood tall throughout the third, finishing the game with 18 saves.The U.S. Under-17 Men’s Select Team finishes the preliminary round against Czechia Friday (Aug. 8) at 4:30 p.m. ET at USA Hockey Arena. Tickets are available here.Team USA and Czechia will face off again the following day for the tournament championship at 4:30 p.m. ET. Tickets for the championship game can be purchased here.All Under-17 Four Nations Tournament games are streamed live on USAHockeyTV.com.

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