NCDC Commitment Profiles: Boston Jr. Rangers’ Tang Excited For Future With Skidmore
By Alexis Demopoulos
Boston Jr. Rangers forward Bryan Tang is excited to announce his NCAA Division III commitment to Skidmore College for the 2025-26 season. Tang, who hails all the way from Hong Kong, started the 2024-25 season with the Jersey Hitmen before getting traded to the Jr. Rangers in November.
In 25 games played with the Jr. Rangers, Tang had 20 points (eight goals, 12 assists) and always made his presence known on the ice.
“When I arrived to the Jr. Rangers in November, I was excited at the opportunity to play in situations in which I didn’t previously get to play,” said Tang. “Head Coach Rich DiCaprio pushed us on and off the ice with workouts twice a week and skill skates before and after practices. Also, Coach would occasionally hold individual film sessions and talk to us about colleges to continue to help us develop our games and advance us to the next level.”
In addition to playing with the Hitmen and Jr. Rangers this year, he also suited up for the Hong Kong Men’s National Team at the World Championship Division 3 Group B tournament, where he placed third in scoring and helped Hong Kong earn a Bronze Medal.
Tang started speaking with Skidmore head coach Rob Hutchinson towards the end of December and the school instantly peaked his interest.
“Skidmore immediately jumped out to me as it provides a prestigious hockey program and an academically rigorous school,” said Tang. “Coach Hutchinson liked the speed I brought to the game and the skill I had to make plays.”
Tang felt Skidmore would be the best fit for him academically and the hockey program would challenge him in new ways. He also felt very welcomed when he visited campus.
“Skidmore provides a lot of alumni that can help me find a job at the end of my college career,” said Tang. “The hockey program is always competitive and I wanted to be a part of a winning culture. The tight-knit community drew me into Skidmore. When I got to campus, everyone was friendly and welcoming. The students at Skidmore are willing to help with anything you need and that is something I enjoyed.”
Tang knows the level of competition will be much more difficult next season so he will be working hard this off-season to get stronger.
“I will have to continue to get stronger over the summer and be ready to compete with bigger and stronger opponents,” said Tang. “Over the summer I will look to improve this aspect of my game to help Skidmore hockey to the best of my abilities.”
The NCDC congratulates Bryan Tang, his family, the Boston Jr. Rangers and Skidmore College for his commitment.