Here are your Atlantic Hockey Federation Players of the Week and Peak Performer ending November 10th, 2024. Each week, we spotlight standout players from across all divisions, selected from coach nominations.
Nominating Coach: Kyle Kavanagh
Player Name: Cole Theodos
Team: Redbank Lumberjacks
Age Level: 8U
Division: AAA
Player Jersey Number: 1
Position: Goalie
Comment: Redbank Lumberjacks Goalie Cole Theodos continues his dominance with his season-leading 7th shutout against a tough Blizzard team.
Nominating Coach: Matt Dempsey
Player Name: Conor O’Brien
Team: Rockets
Age Level: 8U
Division: Beginning
Player Jersey Number: 86
Position: Forward
Comment: Conor had a dominating weekend, helping his team to two victories, including a 9-7 battle where his 6U team played against an 8U team. Conor’s impressive points and relentless defensive plays, with countless broken-up plays from a strong back-check, make him a standout. He kept our crease cleared and the puck in the opponents’ zone every shift. He plays this way every weekend and deserves player of the week based on his season-long outstanding play.
Nominating Coach: John O’Brien
Player Name: Benjamin O’Brien
Team: WBS Jr. Knights
Age Level: 8U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 19
Position: Forward
Comment: Benjamin shows his passion for the game, leading his team with determination and direction, getting it done at both ends of the ice.
Nominating Coach: Oktay Armagan
Player Name: Liam Hulsemann
Team: Mercer Chiefs
Age Level: 9U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 7
Position: Defense
Comment: Liam is a great defenseman who was rock solid on the back end and added incredible offense to our team.
Nominating Coach: Brandon Van Scoy
Player Name: Logan Jenkins
Team: WBS Jr. Knights
Age Level: 10U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 86
Position: Forward
Comment: Logan has been a fantastic addition to the team this season! His puck-moving skills, effort every shift, and strong shot allow him to succeed in all aspects of the game!
Nominating Coach: Frank Inzano
Player Name: Max Schultz
Team: Mercer Chiefs
Age Level: 10U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 10
Position: Goalie
Comment: Max played his best game of the season in our first showcase game, making clutch saves at key moments as our team was outshot 26 to 13. His penalty shot poke-check in the second game boosted team momentum for a big win to end our weekend. Great job, Max!
Nominating Coach: Aric Heffelfinger
Player Name: Tyler Heffelfinger
Team: Ashburn Xtreme
Age Level: 10U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 25
Position: Center
Comment: Facing adversity and being down 2 goals in multiple games, Tyler refused to accept a loss. His unselfish play and numerous assists make him a true team leader, well-deserving of player of the week.
Nominating Coach: Carter Young
Player Name: Daniel Kim
Team: Haverford Hawks
Age Level: 10U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 57
Position: Forward
Comment: Daniel consistently contributes points, showing improvement in positional play, passing, and shooting every week. His skills put him in great scoring positions, helping his team win.
Nominating Coach: Jonathan Jones
Player Name: Nate Groves
Team: North Jersey Avalanche
Age Level: 11U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 13
Position: Forward
Comment: Nate has been one of our most clutch skaters this season. Over the weekend, he snapped in 3 goals, including an OT winner, and added an assist while playing strong two-way hockey. Great job, Grovey!
Nominating Coach: Randall Diem
Player Name: Hunter Robbins
Team: Palmyra Black Knights
Age Level: 12U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 20
Position: Goalie
Comment: Hunter continues to give his team a chance to win every game.
Nominating Coach: Chris Brosius
Player Name: Jaden Feeney
Team: Igloo Jaguars
Age Level: 12U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 66
Position: Forward
Comment: Jaden contributed a hat trick and 5 points overall to help his team go undefeated for the weekend.
Nominating Coach: Trevor Mankus
Player Name: Kenzie Williamson
Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Age Level: 12U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 81
Position: Forward
Nominating Coach: Nicholas King
Player Name: Liam Connington
Team: Skylands Kings
Age Level: 12U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 12
Position: Forward
Comment: Liam had two strong games, scoring 5 goals in the second. His hard work was rewarded with an outstanding weekend.
Nominating Coach: Oleksandr Firsov
Player Name: Lucas Slugocke
Team: Jersey Shore Wildcats
Age Level: 13U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 22
Position: Wing
Comment: Great player.
Nominating Coach: Miles Atkian
Player Name: Connor Schaaf
Team: Jersey Colts
Age Level: 14U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 31
Position: Goalie
Comment: Connor was our backbone, achieving back-to-back shutouts in league games to keep us in first place in NJ and second overall.
Nominating Coach: Jason Parris
Player Name: Colin Ashe
Team: Team Philadelphia
Age Level: 14U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 97
Position: Center
Comment: Colin scored the first goal and ripped a game-winner in overtime to secure a victory over the Royals.
Nominating Coach: Ryan Patrick
Player Name: Augie Walker
Team: Palmyra Black Knights
Age Level: 14U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 51
Position: Forward
Comment: Augie contributed 2 goals and 2 assists, showcasing strong off-puck play and helping PBK secure a 1-1-1 record.
Nominating Coach: Jon Fuhrman
Player Name: Larry Miller III
Team: Palmyra Black Knights
Age Level: 15U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 34
Position: Forward
Comment: “Ice Trey” came through for us, stepping up as a leader while our team battled injuries.
Nominating Coach: Peter La Monica
Player Name: Sean Tyrell
Team: North Jersey Avalanche
Age Level: 16U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 17
Position: Forward
Comment: Sean led by example, notching a natural hat trick in Sunday’s OT loss.
Nominating Coach: James Trunfio
Player Name: Jayden Shavney
Team: Team Philadelphia
Age Level: 16U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 18
Position: Forward
Comment: Jayden’s 4-point game Saturday marked his fourth consecutive game scoring 2 goals. He leads the AHF in points and is a key leader on and off the ice.
Nominating Coach: Patrick O’Leary
Player Name: Christopher Passuth
Team: Mercer Chiefs
Age Level: 16U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 29
Position: Goalie
Comment: Chris is 5-0 with 4 shutouts and a .984 save percentage over his last 5 starts. First to arrive, last to leave the rink, he’s a great teammate and student-athlete!
Nominating Coach: Eric Wolf
Player Name: Christian McCuch
Team: Team Philadelphia
Age Level: 18U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 18
Position: Forward
Comment: Christian had 5 goals over the weekend, including all 4 goals in a 4-3 win against VFC on Saturday.
Nominating Coach: Darrin Stapert
Player Name: Thomas Cacchiola
Team: Rockets Hockey Club
Age Level: 18U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 11
Position: Forward
Comment: Thomas is a dedicated 200-ft player who consistently tallies points, including three goals and an assist this weekend. Always ready and punctual, he’s fully committed to every practice and game. I nominate Thomas for player of the week.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
All players nominated by a coach receive an Honorable Mentions.
Crosby Baran | Long Island Spitfires | 8U | AAA |
Nash Southrey | Philadelphia Blazers | 8U | Intermediate |
Thomas Kikuchi | Wissahickon Warriors | 8U | Lemieux |
Luke massa | PAL Blue Knights | 10U | AA |
Hudson Kanton | WBS Jr. Knights | 10U | Lemieux |
John “JP” Henry | Royals | 10U | Lemieux |
Luc Dean | Philadelphia Blazers | 10U | Lemieux |
Grant Gibbons | Wissahickon Warriors | 10U | Lemieux |
Landon Koeniger | Southern Maryland Sabres | 10U | Lemieux |
Mason Reich | Jersey Shore Wildcats | 10U | McDavid |
Lily Bryant | Toms River Blackhawks | 10U | McDavid |
Freddie DiBona | Haverford Hawks | 10U | McDavid |
Bennett Tyler | Tomorrow’s Ice | 10U | McDavid |
Ryan Kratzen | Tomorrow’s Ice | 10U | McDavid |
Kamden Kullman | Palmyra Black Knights | 11U | AA |
Graham Knickelbein | PHA Icemen | 12U | AA |
Ben Del Pizzo | Hollydell Hurricanes | 12U | McDavid |
Brody Truszkowski | Toms River Blackhawks | 12U | McDavid |
Niko De Cecco | Royals | 12U | McDavid |
Kolby Brightbill | Palmyra Black Knights | 13U | AA |
Alex Seamon | Mercer Chiefs | 13U | AA |
Trevor Siegel | Jersey Colts | 13U | AA |
Evan Rodriguez | North Jersey Avalanche | 14U | Gretzky |
Mason Albert-Thomas | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 14U | Lemieux |
Brendan Fand | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 14U | McDavid |
Matty Dvorscak | NJ Jets | 15U | AA |
Kaden Avella | NJ Bandits | 16U | AA |
Camden Adams | WBS Jr. Knights | 18U | AA |
Nicholas Fritz | Palmyra Black Knights | 18U | Gretzky |
Abdallah Mohamed | Mercer Chiefs | 18U | Gretzky |