College Hockey, Inc. tabs ex-Denver captain Thomas as new director of education and recruitment

College Hockey, Inc. has named former Denver captain Andrew Thomas as the organization’s new director of education and recruitment. Thomas, currently the director of hockey operations at Rensselaer, will complete the season with the Engineers before officially assuming his new role with CHI. “We are thrilled to welcome Andrew Thomas and know he will thrive … Read more

Vermont suspends Hoffman for ‘violation of team value and expectations’

According to a Vermont spokesperson, the Catamounts have suspended junior goalie Brody Hoffman indefinitely for “violation of team value and expectations.” Hoffman was pulled from last Friday’s 4-2 loss to Boston University after allowing three goals. “We’ll meet with the team and the captain and decide when [Hoffman’s] return is going to be considered,” Vermont … Read more

Boston University’s Somerby suspended for one game by Hockey East

Hockey East suspended Boston University defenseman Doyle Somerby for Saturday’s game against Vermont after he was penalized for a hit in Friday’s win over the Catamounts. The one-game suspension came after Somerby was called for interference on a check. Somerby, a sophomore, has played in 21 of the Terriers’ 22 games, with three assists. He’s … Read more

Mercyhurst women’s coach Sisti appointed to NCAA Women’s Ice Hockey National Committee

Mercyhurst coach Michael Sisti has been appointed to the NCAA Women’s Ice Hockey National Committee. Sisti, who replaces St. Cloud State coach Jeffrey Giesen, starts in the role immediately and his appointment will run until Sept. 1, 2016. “Over the years, I have been fortunate to serve as a member on the Women’s Ice Hockey West … Read more

Fifteen candidates announced for 2015 Hockey Humanitarian Award

A total of 15 nominees for the 2015 BNY Mellon Wealth Management Hockey Humanitarian Award were announced Thursday. Celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, the award is presented annually to college hockey’s finest citizen – a student-athlete who makes significant contributions not only to his or her team, but also to the community-at-large through leadership … Read more

Omaha freshman Montgomery leaves team for Sioux City of USHL

Nebraska-Omaha freshman forward Jake Montgomery is leaving the team to play for the Sioux City Musketeers, his former team in the United States Hockey League. “We certainly wish Jake the best,” said Omaha coach Dean Blais in a statement. “He is a good student and a good person, but he wasn’t getting the ice time … Read more