Here are your Atlantic Hockey Federation Players of the Week and Peak Performer ending December 15th, 2024. Each week, we spotlight standout players from across all divisions, selected from coach nominations.
Nominating Coach: Victor Amatrudo
Player Name: Jack Suprenant
Team: Bridge Hockey Club
Age Level: 8U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 6
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Jack leads by example and always gives 100%.
Nominating Coach: Jack Forward
Player Name: Quinn Golden
Team: Philadelphia Blazers
Age Level: 8U
Division: Intermediate
Player Jersey Number: 28
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: The high-flying Quinn had no trouble putting the puck in the net this weekend, scoring multiple goals in a 4-game stretch. Quinn brings high energy and creativity to the Blazers that is hard to match. Coaching her is pure entertainment—the things she can do on the ice leave her own teammates caught watching. Keep flying!
Nominating Coach: Peter Nawrocki
Player Name: Xavier Kutner
Team: NY Arrows
Age Level: 9U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 26
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: X continued his string of outstanding play with a hat trick. His goals made all the difference in the team’s victory this weekend!
Nominating Coach: Mike Smith
Player Name: Tyler Czop
Team: Philadelphia Blazers
Age Level: 10U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 10
Position: Center
Comment or Quote: Tyler worked hard every shift he had on the ice, scoring two goals, including the game-winner to pull out a 4-3 win.
Nominating Coach: Niko Grollman
Player Name: Landon Rivell
Team: Delaware Ducks
Age Level: 11U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 14
Position: Wing
Comment or Quote: Landon Rivell played a pivotal role in the Delaware Ducks’ two wins on Saturday, showcasing his skill and determination by contributing five goals and an assist, including an overtime winner! Terrific job this weekend, Landon!
Nominating Coach: Parker Faix
Player Name: Brennen Morphy
Team: PHA Icemen
Age Level: 12U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 91
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Brennen was unstoppable this weekend, scoring five goals and an assist in just two games. His effort on both sides of the puck was second to none. Great job, Brennen—way to compete!
Nominating Coach: Chris Brosius
Player Name: Brayden Hullings
Team: Igloo Jaguars
Age Level: 12U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 72
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Brayden was a real playmaker for his team. His solid play in all three zones and unselfish style led to many great scoring chances. His pair of amazing assists helped lead his team to victory this weekend.
Nominating Coach: Gregg Potter
Player Name: Brayden Sanford
Team: NJ Bandits
Age Level: 12U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 4
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Dominant performance.
Nominating Coach: Stephen Rothschild
Player Name: Niko De Cecco
Team: Royals
Age Level: 12U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 9
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Niko led the Royals to another win this weekend with four goals in a 7-2 victory over the Hollydell Hurricanes. Niko’s aggressive two-way play created many opportunities and helped shut down the Hurricanes’ offense.
Nominating Coach: Frank Inzano
Player Name: Alvin Park
Team: Mercer Chiefs
Age Level: 13U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 35
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Alvin had two goals and an assist on Saturday, sparking the Chiefs by hitting the scoresheet on the first two goals of the game. He added a well-placed and well-deserved empty-netter to cap off the Chiefs’ 5-1 victory. Alvin’s versatility between forward and defense has been a key to the Chiefs’ success.
Nominating Coach: Cory Rome
Player Name: Logan Kwiatkowski
Team: Palmyra Black Knights
Age Level: 14U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 54
Position: Defense
Comment or Quote: Logan played an outstanding game this weekend. He led the team in points while playing exceptional defense. Due to a short bench, Logan played over half the game and maintained a very high level of play.
Nominating Coach: Larry Wanvig
Player Name: Saveliy Portnov
Team: NJ Bandits
Age Level: 14U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 8
Position: Center
Comment or Quote: Savva put the game-winning goal in the net in the third period, helping cap a big comeback from 4-2 to a 6-4 win.
Nominating Coach: Garret Baldacci
Player Name: Wyatt Vollmerhausen
Team: Lancaster Firebirds
Age Level: 16U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 67
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: Wyatt showed extreme calm and fierce competitiveness in two close battles with South Maryland. As the team’s only goalie, he never backs down from the challenge of multiple-game weekends and gives us a chance to win every week.
Nominating Coach: Scott Griffing
Player Name: Ari Solomon
Team: Frederick Freeze
Age Level: 16U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 40
Position: Center
Comment or Quote: Ari had a terrific weekend in our AHF games with five goals and three assists over two games. Ari demonstrated excellent leadership and performed at a high level on the ice.
Nominating Coach: Eric Wolf
Player Name: Jacob Warner
Team: Team Philadelphia
Age Level: 18U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 4
Position: Defense
Comment or Quote: Jacob had a great weekend backstopping our D-core to back-to-back shutouts while chipping in with three assists and finishing with a +10 rating on the weekend.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
All players nominated by a coach receive an Honorable Mentions.
| Sante D’Emidio | Rockets Hockey Club | 8U | Intermediate |
| Cullen Tilch | Mercer Chiefs | 9U | AA |
| Nicholas Trojansky | Valley Forge Colonials | 12U | AA |
| Tyler Mankus | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 12U | Lemieux |
| Jackson Todd | Hollydell Hurricanes | 12U | McDavid |
| Finn Wilson | Valley Forge Colonials | 16U | Gretzky |
The Atlantic Hockey Federation’s All Stars Weekend is taking place at Igloo Ice Arena, celebrating top players across all divisions. Congratulations to all the players who earned their spot as All Stars through hard work and performance this season. Get ready for action-packed games, exclusive seminars, and special merchandise. Carmo Photography will be on hand capturing all the action, and scores and schedules for the weekend will be available on the All Stars page on the website.
How Players Were Selected
The Atlantic Hockey Federation All Stars will feature players chosen through a rigorous selection process. Each AHF team was allocated roster spots based on their KRACH ratings, with higher-ranked teams receiving more spots. Players were nominated by their team’s coaches, and AHF Central Scouting, in collaboration with the Competition Committee, selected the final rosters based on nominations, rankings, and season statistics. Only teams that opted into the selection process had players eligible for All Stars.
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Exclusive Advancement Seminar for 15U-18U Players
For our 15U-18U All-Stars, the weekend includes an exclusive Advancement Seminar on Sunday. This seminar is designed to help players take their game to the next level, offering valuable insights into hockey development and future opportunities.
Seminar Schedule by Division:
- 10:35 AM: 15U AA
- 11:00 AM: 18U AA
- 12:30 PM: 16U Lemieux
- 2:20 PM: 16U AA
- 3:30 PM: 18U Gretzky
- 4:15 PM: 16U Gretzky
All-Star Merchandise
All Stars merch is available online, with limited orders available in person during the event.
Player Cards by GameSheet
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Explore the AHF All Stars Online Program
Dive deeper into the All Star experience with the All Stars Online Program. This one-stop resource lets you view team rosters, sponsor highlights, and more. Stay informed and celebrate the players who make this event so special.
A Special Thanks to Our Sponsor
We are excited to have Howies Hockey Tape as a sponsor for the AHF All Stars Weekend. In addition to their sponsorship, Howies will be giving out goodie bags and prizes throughout the weekend.
The Atlantic Hockey Federation drops the puck on a weekend full of Mite Action this weekend in New Jersey.
The Mite Add On Jamboree will take place from December 12th-15th at Ice Land Skating Center and Pro Skate Arena.
You can keep up with all the action at the AHF Game Center and stream all games exclusively on Black Bear TV.
Here are your Atlantic Hockey Federation Players of the Week and Peak Performer ending December 8th, 2024. Each week, we spotlight standout players from across all divisions, selected from coach nominations.
Nominating Coach: Viktor Kun
Player Name: Lorenzo Governali
Team: Berserkers
Age Level: 8U
Division: AAA
Player Jersey Number: 1
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: Lorenzo played one of his best games this whole season. He had 40 shots on net. Lorenzo made some unbelievable glove saves with some great pad saves. He only had 6 pucks that went past him. What impressed me was how quickly he was able to bounce back from every goal and make the next big save which gave our team the motivation to keep pushing forward and winning the game 9-6.
Nominating Coach: Albert Sylvester
Player Name: Quinn Collier
Team: Grundy Senators
Age Level: 8U
Division: Beginning
Player Jersey Number: 86
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: The talented netminder had an incredible game, stopping an impressive 27 shots. Quinn’s outstanding performance showcased his skill and dedication. Congratulations, Quinn!
Nominating Coach: Jack Forward
Player Name: Aiden Romanowski
Team: Philadelphia Blazers
Age Level: 8U
Division: Intermediate
Player Jersey Number: 12
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Aiden Romanowski put together a hard forecheck for a full one-hour game. At the mite age level, it is hard to coach going hard after pucks, especially when results don’t show. This did not stop Aiden from a relentless pursuit of loose pucks and pressure. Aiden was then rewarded with a big goal and some assists and many more stats that don’t show up on the scoresheet. My choice was clear for player of the week. Keep the hard work up, and many more points and awards to come.
Nominating Coach: Mike Mascitelli
Player Name: Penn Evans
Team: Team Philadelphia
Age Level: 9U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 24
Position: Defense
Comment or Quote: Penn continues to excel at defense and skating abilities. This past weekend he helped Team Philadelphia win the Thanksgiving tournament at the PIC at the 10UA level by having 4 goals and 2 assists. He continues to take his game to the next level with his speed and puck-carrying ability as a defenseman.
Nominating Coach: Brandon Van Scoy
Player Name: AJ Cherkauskas
Team: WBS Jr. Knights
Age Level: 10U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 85
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: AJ played great this weekend, despite a tough loss. AJ led the pack with two goals and one assist. His constant leadership allows the team to stay positive while facing adversity. Great teammate!
Nominating Coach: Mike Elias
Player Name: Nicholas Dunadee
Team: Red Bank Generals
Age Level: 10U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 8
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Niko played two great games. Scoring a hat trick against the Bandits, a higher-ranked team, and helped the team win.
Nominating Coach: Carmine Taffo
Player Name: Tyler Doyal
Team: Rockets Hockey Club
Age Level: 10U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 1
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Tyler netted his third hat trick of the season and his first-ever 7-point game to lead the charge for his team in an 11-4 win. Great job, Tyler!
Nominating Coach: Vinnie Spino
Player Name: Ryan Smith
Team: Wolfpack Hockey Club
Age Level: 10U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 29
Position: Wing
Comment or Quote: Smith’s hard play all weekend earned him back-to-back player-of-the-game honors for us in two wins.
Nominating Coach: Michael Green
Player Name: Nico Grupposo
Team: PAL Soundtigers
Age Level: 11U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number:
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: Nico was on fire in a huge win. He was a huge part of the team’s success. His effort and skill were incredible.
Nominating Coach: Joe Rizzo
Player Name: Nathan Lohan
Team: LI Arrows
Age Level: 12U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 29
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: When our team succeeds, it’s hard to not find Nate on the score sheet. Week after week, he continues to impress the coaches with his hard work, selflessness, and scoring touch. This weekend, he had a fantastic display, contributing some big goals in key moments of the games for our team. When Nate’s out there, good things happen. He leads by example, puts the team first, and always with a smile. Great job, Nate!
Nominating Coach: Steven Gibilisco
Player Name: Ibrahim Qureshi
Team: Rockets Hockey Club
Age Level: 12U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 20
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: “Ibby” stood on his head all weekend with three shutouts in four games. He made game-saving saves multiple times in tied or one-goal games—including a penalty shot.
Nominating Coach: Chris Cash
Player Name: Austin Schrotberger
Team: Team Philadelphia
Age Level: 12U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 16
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Austin consistently shows unselfish play, as evidenced by his four assists in one game!
Nominating Coach: Scott Milliken
Player Name: Michael Mitchko
Team: Grundy Senators
Age Level: 12U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 14
Position: Defense
Comment or Quote: (Games this weekend were played at the Defender Thanksgiving Classic Tournament in DE)
Michael had a fantastic weekend. In our opening game on Friday, Michael moved to offense to help out his team as we were short-benched. He unleashed a fury of offensive firepower, scoring four goals and helping his team secure an easy win. On Saturday, Michael played shut-down defense, turning away his opponents’ offensive threats. In a really challenging game against the tournament-winning team, Michael helped contribute to the scoring by firing a blast from the blue line to register his second power-play goal of the tournament.
Nominating Coach: Frederic Jean
Player Name: Paul (Trey) Delmonte
Team: Palmyra Black Knights
Age Level: 13U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 72
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Trey delivered an exceptional performance this weekend, netting seven goals and assisting on two others, accounting for half of our 18 total goals. His remarkable speed and instinct for scoring were evident. Trey’s unwavering effort and consistent performance shift after shift had a significant impact all weekend. Excellent work!
Nominating Coach: Anthony Iannone
Player Name: Quincy Mitchell
Team: NJ Jets
Age Level: 14U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 72
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: Q turned away 26 of 27 shots in a winning effort this weekend.
Nominating Coach: Rich Rodrigo
Player Name: CJ White
Team: Jersey Shore Wildcats
Age Level: 14U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 13
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: CJ had the shootout-winning goal to advance the team to the playoffs. Then, he had the 3v3 overtime goal to advance the team to the championship.
Nominating Coach: Chris St John
Player Name: Declan Donohue
Team: Grundy Senators
Age Level: 14U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 52
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Declan had a strong performance all weekend, working hard to make every play. He scored three goals and tallied two assists in double-header victories. Declan is a player who is constantly hustling and making the big plays!
Nominating Coach: Ryan Patrick
Player Name: Luke Thompson
Team: Palmyra Black Knights
Age Level: 14U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 10
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote:
Nominating Coach: Mark Macera
Player Name: Micah Venezie
Team: Frederick Freeze
Age Level: 16U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 88
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Micah peaked this weekend and took his puck control to the next level, notching three goals and three assists.
Nominating Coach: Brandon Van Scoy
Player Name: Nate Torres
Team: WBS Jr. Knights
Age Level: 18U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 72
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: The Knights had a short bench this week. The team realized they needed to have strong defense to get through the game. Nate led the charge against his old team, playing an INCREDIBLE game for three straight periods. Nate faced 46 shots, stopping all but one! He kept the team focused and dialed in! He was a brick wall in net! Huge win for the Knights!
Nominating Coach: Nick Fritz
Player Name: Jacob Yost
Team: Palmyra Black Knights
Age Level: 18U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 64
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Yosty was a beast this weekend at both ends of the ice. The points were just the tip of the iceberg. His defense and effort backchecking were a big boost for the team.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
All players nominated by a coach receive an Honorable Mentions.
| JJ Gridley | NY Arrows | 10U | AA |
| Henry Mackey | Wissahickon Warriors | 10U | Lemieux |
| Mason Schmidt | NJ Jets | 10U | Lemieux |
| Will Holmes | Wissahickon Warriors | 10U | McDavid |
| Ben Cyr | Valley Forge Colonials | 12U | AA |
| Sebastian Caliendo | LI Arrows | 12U | AA |
| Jason Wall | Igloo Jaguars | 12U | Gretzky |
| Alexander Beuselinck | Mercer Chiefs | 12U | Gretzky |
| Henry Johnson | Southern Maryland Sabres | 12U | Gretzky |
| Miyu Wisley | Rockets Hockey Club | 12U | Gretzky |
| Nick Davidson | Hollydell Hurricanes | 12U | McDavid |
| Andrew Forsyth | Grundy Senators | 12U | McDavid |
| Jackson Rizzolo | Toms River Blackhawks | 12U | McDavid |
| Niko De Cecco | Royals | 12U | McDavid |
| Connor Wilson | Mercer Chiefs | 13U | AA |
| Nick Cimaszewski | Tomorrow’s Ice Selects | 13U | AA |
| Owen Keefe | Southern Maryland Sabres | 14U | AA |
| Tony Castrovinci | Mercer Chiefs | 14U | Lemieux |
| James Burckhardt | Valley Forge Colonials | 14U | McDavid |
| Dillon Sands | Lancaster Firebirds | 16U | Gretzky |
| Aiden Hullings | Philadelphia Blazers | 18U | Gretzky |
Here are your Atlantic Hockey Federation Players of the Week and Peak Performer ending November 24th, 2024. Each week, we spotlight standout players from across all divisions, selected from coach nominations.
Nominating Coach: Mike Zimny
Player Name: Owen Jeffries
Team: Tomorrow’s Ice North Stars
Age Level: 8U
Division: Intermediate
Player Jersey Number: 81
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Owen is a great player on both sides of the puck. He uses his great skating ability to create space for offense while always getting back on the backcheck for defense. Keep up the hard work, Owen!
Nominating Coach: Viktor Kun
Player Name: Matthew Chait
Team: Long Island Berserkers
Age Level: 8U
Division: AAA
Player Jersey Number: 29
Position: Defense
Comment or Quote: Throughout the season, Matthew has been improving his game, but this past weekend, he was a workhorse. His never-ending battle in the corner, presence in front of the net, and defensive gap positioning were a masterpiece to watch. On top of his great performance, Matthew scored his first AHF goal from the blue line.
Nominating Coach: Peter Nawrocki
Player Name: Griffin Fox
Team: NY Arrows
Age Level: 9U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 21
Position: Center
Comment or Quote: Griffin’s relentless style of play in all three zones continues to drive the bus for his team. His five goals and two assists, along with his stellar defensive effort, led the way to an undefeated weekend for the Arrows.
Nominating Coach: Frank Inzano
Player Name: Maximus Chen
Team: Mercer Chiefs
Age Level: 10U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 9
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Max had a great weekend with three goals and four assists. Max has been consistently generating scoring chances for our team with his hard skating and tape-to-tape passes. Not only has Max been getting on the scoresheet every game, but he is also a great two-way player, backchecking hard on every shift and helping out our defense and goalies in the defensive zone. Keep up the great work, Max!
Nominating Coach: Vinnie Spino
Player Name: Jacob Gonzalez
Team: Woodbridge Wolfpack
Age Level: 10U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 4
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Jacob’s hard work and two-way game helped our team get two big wins this weekend.
Nominating Coach: Jeremiah Dea
Player Name: Ryan Myers
Team: Jersey Colts
Age Level: 11U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 78
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Ryan scored two goals in an upset 3-2 win. He and the rest of the team played a full and very competitive game. Myers finished on his opportunities; without a finisher, all the good hard work doesn’t count on the scoreboard.
Nominating Coach: Joe Rizzo
Player Name: Danny Willett
Team: NY Arrows
Age Level: 12U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 67
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Danny continues to elevate his game week after week to help our team succeed. His physical presence, strong shot, and “lead by example” mentality earn him a look at this week’s POTW. In a highly anticipated game vs. a strong rival opponent, Danny led the scoring with three goals and one assist to nail down a W. Great job, Willett!
Nominating Coach: Trevor Mankus
Player Name: Cayden Miller
Team: Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Age Level: 12U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 73
Position: Goalie
Nominating Coach: John Welsh
Player Name: Gianna Welsh
Team: Wissahickon Warriors
Age Level: 12U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 88
Position: Forward
Nominating Coach: Oleksandr Firsov
Player Name: Aiden Cash
Team: Jersey Shore Wildcats
Age Level: 13U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 15
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Aiden is a great player and leader of the team, both on and off the ice. Aiden had a great weekend, along with the whole team.
Nominating Coach: Evan Calendrillo
Player Name: Evan Rodriguez
Team: North Jersey Avalanche
Age Level: 14U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 32
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Evan led the Avalanche to two wins this weekend with all-around solid play. From putting in six goals, winning clutch faceoffs, timely penalty kills, and being a leader, Evan did it all this weekend.
Nominating Coach: Andri Kuswendra
Player Name: Thomas Repasy
Team: Hollydell Hurricanes
Age Level: 14U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 35
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: Tommy’s 44 saves, especially the three crucial breakaway stops in overtime, were a significant contribution to the team’s hard-fought overtime win.
Nominating Coach: John Fields
Player Name: James Olenoski
Team: Valley Forge Colonials
Age Level: 14U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 81
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: James moved to forward this week and, while he didn’t show up on the scoresheet, he made a huge difference for our team and his line. His relentless pursuit of the puck on the forecheck and backcheck led to more time in the offensive zone and more chances for his linemates.
Nominating Coach: Brennen Smith
Player Name: Cole Zoren
Team: Tri-City Eagles
Age Level: 15U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 86
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Cole’s dynamic play resulted in a strong weekend, including a hat trick against Haverford and seven goals in four games during the AHF showcase.
Nominating Coach: Peter LacMonica
Player Name: Sean Tyrell
Team: North Jersey Avalanche
Age Level: 16U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 17
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Sean continued to lead by example in this weekend’s show, adding six goals and three assists in four tight games.
Nominating Coach: Dylan DellaVecchio
Player Name: TJ Hathaway
Team: Grundy Senators
Age Level: 16U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 27
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: TJ lit up the scoresheet with three goals and two assists over the weekend, showcasing his scoring prowess and fierce physical play with a flurry of solid hits.
Nominating Coach: Brent Gough
Player Name: Nicholas Correnti
Team: Arizona Bobcats
Age Level: 18U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 61
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Nick came back from missing eight weeks with an injury and led our team to a great showing at the showcase.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
All players nominated by a coach receive an Honorable Mentions.
| Andre D’Emidio | Rockets | 8U | Intermediate |
| Michael Lenkou | Philadelphia Blazers | 8U | Intermediate |
| Elizabeth Klems | Delaware Ducks | 10U | McDavid |
| Zander Lamoureaux | Palmyra Black Knights | 11U | AA |
| Carson Esturo | NY Arrows | 12U | AA |
| Thorr Seaman | Palmyra Black Knights | 12U | AA |
| Ryan Cinelli | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 12U | Lemieux |
| Natalie Downey | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 12U | Lemieux |
| Brendan Cary | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 12U | Lemieux |
| Cole Brant | Hollydell Hurricanes | 12U | McDavid |
| Olive Hatfield | Valley Forge Colonials | 12U | McDavid |
| Jaxson Oliver | Palmyra Black Knights | 13U | AA |
| Tyler Kochanowski | Mercer Chiefs | 13U | AA |
| Nathaniel Nadelberg | Tri-City Eagles | 14U | AA |
| Spencer Ault | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 14U | AA |
| Jeremy Emmel | NJ Jets Black | 14U | AA |
| The Entire 14ua team | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 14U | Lemieux |
| Julian Himlin | Grundy Senators | 14U | Lemieux |
| Gavin O’Connell | NJ Bandits | 14U | Lemieux |
| Samuel Langer | PHA Icemen | 15U | AA |
| Lennon Mikan | Arizona Bobcats | 15U | AA |
The Atlantic Hockey Federation hosts the Fall Freeze Showcase this weekend across New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
The 13U-18U AA Divisions as well as the Full Ice Mite AAA Division will all take the ice is another exciting weekend of AHF action, including a top 3 13U matchup between the #1 ranked Ashburn Xtreme and the #2 ranked Team Philadelphia. A number ot top matchups will take place across the divisions including a battle of #1 and #2 in the 13U AA division between Ashburn Xtreme (#1) and Team Philadelphia (#2). In the 14U AA division, the #2 ranked Lehigh Valley Phantoms will take on the #8 ranked PHA Icemen. In 15U AA action, #2 Wissahickon Warriors will take on #5 South Pittsburgh Rebellion. Facing off in the 16U AA division is #1 ranked MYHA versus #5 ranked Valley Forge Colonials. Finally, in 18U AA, the #1 ranked NJ Jets (Black) will take on #4 ranked MYHA (Blue)
You can keep up with all the scores, standings and schedule at the AHF Game Center and stream games (excluding games at Hollydell, Bridgewater and Ice Line) on Black Bear TV.
Here are your Atlantic Hockey Federation Players of the Week and Peak Performer ending November 17th, 2024. Each week, we spotlight standout players from across all divisions, selected from coach nominations.
Nominating Coach: Stas Samusev
Player Name: Maksim Westernik
Team: Maryland Jr. Black Bears
Age Level: 10U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 93
Position: Forward
Nominating Coach: Mike Green
Player Name: Luke Montouri
Team: PAL Soundtigers
Age Level: 11U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 9
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Luke exploded offensively this weekend, helping lead the way to a 2-1-1 weekend. He also showed leadership while keeping his composure in tight situations.
Nominating Coach: Craig Stanton
Player Name: Liam Mijares
Team: PAL Blue Knights
Age Level: 12U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 14
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Liam led the Blue Knights to a 4-0 showcase record this weekend. Besides his goals and assists, he excelled at backchecking and setting an example for his teammates.
Nominating Coach: Chris Brosius
Player Name: Robbie Minniti
Team: Igloo Jaguars
Age Level: 12U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 31
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Robbie had his offensive groove on this weekend, leading his team with a 6-point weekend. He tallied 6 points in 3 games, including goals in all 3 games, leading his team to an undefeated weekend.
Nominating Coach: Dave Peisel
Player Name: Jack Hanratty
Team: Wildcats Red
Age Level: 12U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 11
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Jack helped drive the Cats to a 2-0 record this weekend with not only his offensive play but also his defensive. Jack’s grit on the ice was unwavering in his pursuit of the puck. Keep it rolling!
Nominating Coach: Michael Schneider
Player Name: Bella Coco
Team: Hollydell Hurricanes
Age Level: 12U
Division: McDavid
Player Jersey Number: 17
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Bella played very well this weekend. She led her team in scoring with 4 goals and 2 assists, including a hat trick on Sunday. Bella helped her team with relentless backchecking and breaking up opponents’ breakouts. She also stood up for her teammates during critical moments in the games. Great job, Bella!
Nominating Coach: Justin Marksamer
Player Name: Roran Ferguson
Team: Tomorrow’s Ice Selects
Age Level: 13U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 11
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Roran scored a hat trick to help the Tomorrow’s Ice Selects in their 6-2 win over Palmyra on Saturday. Roran used his size and strength to win a number of puck battles and showed tons of hustle in his backchecking and D-zone play.
Nominating Coach: Chad Barron
Player Name: Braden Johnson
Team: Valley Forge Colonials
Age Level: 14U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 10
Position: Goalie
Comment or Quote: Braeden stood his ground against Team Philly, securing the shutout. He stopped 3 breakaways that were turning points in the game for us. Great job, Braeden!
Nominating Coach: Chris St John
Player Name: Aiden Courtney
Team: Grundy Senators
Age Level: 14U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 14
Position: Defense
Comment or Quote: Aiden brings the energy every single game, a complete two-way player. Aiden scored a hat trick on Sunday while also holding it down on defense all weekend. Aiden is always showing grit and strength on the ice.
Nominating Coach: Brennen Smith
Player Name: Andrew Kucner
Team: Try-City Eagles
Age Level: 15U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 43
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Andrew put together a phenomenal offensive weekend, including a hat trick against Richmond and a tying goal with less than 1 second left.
Nominating Coach: Tim
Player Name: Mason Giordano
Team: Skyland Kings
Age Level: 16U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 38
Position: Goalie
Nominating Coach: Jason Furtel
Player Name: Akshay Setty
Team: Ashburn Xtreme
Age Level: 16U
Division: Lemieux
Player Jersey Number: 97
Position: Center
Comment or Quote: Akshay had 9 goals and 1 assist in our 2 AHF games this weekend and then 4 goals and 2 assists in our CBHL game this weekend.
Nominating Coach: Brandon Van Scoy
Player Name: Camden Adams
Team: WBS Jr. Knights
Age Level: 18U
Division: AA
Player Jersey Number: 23
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Week after week, Cam is setting up his teammates for perfect goals! Cam plays the game with intelligence, patience, and very quick hands! His abilities allow him to move the puck around in the zone, allowing for incredible plays to form. He is the definition of a team player.
Nominating Coach: Nick Eastman
Player Name: Maciej Blon
Team: Philadelphia Blazers
Age Level: 18U
Division: Gretzky
Player Jersey Number: 89
Position: Forward
Comment or Quote: Blon was a key contributor for the Blazers’ 2 wins this weekend both on and off the scoresheet, contributing 3 goals in 2 games and making some huge blocks to help out his teammates in the defensive end.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
All players nominated by a coach receive an Honorable Mentions.
| Vincent Perazza | Philadelphia Blazers | 8U | AA |
| Ryder Rivera | Pennsauken Pilots | 8U | AAA |
| Billy Mecca | Royals White | 8U | Intermediate |
| John Gentile | WBS Jr. Knights | 8U | Lemieux |
| Logan Legge | Team Philadelphia | 9U | AA |
| Nico Speicher | WBS Jr. Knights | 10U | AA |
| William Keene | NY Arrows | 10U | AA |
| Caleb Voegtli | Wissahickon Warriors | 10U | Gretzky |
| Richard Melkonian | Red Bank Generals | 10U | Gretzky |
| Dylan Garbrandt | Mercer Chiefs | 10U | Gretzky |
| Henry Mackey | Wissahickon Warriors | 10U | Lemieux |
| Asher Prorock | Southern Maryland Sabres | 10U | Lemieux |
| Kennedy Trull | WBS Jr. Knights | 10U | Lemieux |
| Anthony Paduch | Jersey Shore Wildcats | 10U | McDavid |
| Luke Whitty | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 10U | McDavid |
| Louis Hautamaki | MYHA Ice Devils | 10U | McDavid |
| Gavin Chando | Hollydell Hurricanes | 10U | McDavid |
| Anderson Heller | Hollydell Hurricanes | 11U | AA |
| Joey Maker | PHA Icemen | 11U | AA |
| D Core | Palmyra Black Knights | 11U | AA |
| Jaxson Cherry | NY Dynamo | 12U | AA |
| Cash Kreckel | Valley Forge Colonials | 12U | AA |
| Henry Gabler | Palmyra Black Knights | 12U | AA |
| Caleb Huang | MYHA Ice Devils | 12U | Lemieux |
| Bohden Pasko | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 12U | Lemieux |
| Jackson rizzolo | Toms River Blackhawks | 12U | McDavid |
| Declan Rafferty | Woodbridge Wolfpack | 12U | McDavid |
| Mason Baker | Palmyra Black Knights | 13U | AA |
| Colin Wright | Mercer Chiefs | 13U | AA |
| Archer Vozar | PHA Icemen | 14U | AA |
| Tyler Popolillo | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 14U | AA |
| Sam thomas | Jersey Shore Wildcats | 14U | Lemieux |
| Nikolas Papagiannakis | Woodbridge Wolfpack | 14U | Lemieux |
| Mattingly van den Berg | WBS Jr. Knights | 15U | AA |
| Tyson Kelly | WBS Jr. Knights | 15U | AA |
| Brandon Petrillo | Jersey Shore Wildcats | 16U | Lemieux |
| Hunter paulus | Lehigh Valley Phantoms | 16U | Lemieux |
| Aiden Mott | Team Philadelphia | 18U | AA |
| Ryan Gottlieb | Red Bank Generals | 18U | Gretzky |
The AHF is dropping the puck for the Fall Freeze showcase this weekend as 9U-12U AA teams take the ice across rinks in both Pennsylvania and Delaware
You can keep track of all the scores, schedules and standings at the AHF Game Center and stream all games exclusively on Black Bear TV.
Carmo Photography will be on site for the 10U and 11U showcases, capturing the action behind the camera.
The Atlantic Hockey Federation is excited for its second Federation Education Series guest this season. This series will feature presentations for our players, families, and coaches on the landscape of hockey and Player Development. This edition of the Education Series features Chris Meriney from College Hockey Inc.
Geared toward players 14U and older and their families, this presentation will feature information on the pathway to college hockey and information about maintaining NCAA eligibility while exploring their hockey options en route to college hockey.
The webinar will take place on November 20th at 6:00 pm ET and take approximately 30 minutes and allow for a Q&A from players and parents.
Date: November 20th
Time: 6:00 pm ET
Register here
Consider:
And of course, there are the undeniable benefits of pursuing a university degree and experiencing all that campus life has to offer.
33% of all NHL players played NCAA hockey, the most ever!
93% of NCAA men’s hockey student-athletes will earn a degree
NCAA hockey provides the ideal setting to reach one’s full hockey potential. The intense games combined with a heavy practice schedule foster continued skill development. In addition, full-time strength & conditioning coaches ensure that significant time is committed to off-ice development in high-caliber training facilities.
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 |