Stars of the Week | Oct. 20-26,2025
The National Collegiate Development Conference (NCDC) has announced its Division Stars of the Week, recognizing standout performances from October 20-26, 2025. Only players nominated by their teams were eligible for consideration.
Atlantic Division
Forward: Eric McHale – West Chester Wolves: Eric McHale delivered a strong two-game performance, posting three goals and two
assists for five points through the weekend. He recorded a two-goal effort on Friday and followed with another multi-point showing on Saturday. McHale consistently generated offense and proved to be a key play-driver in both matchups. “Eric has been a catalyst all year for our team’s offense,” Head Coach and General Manager R.C. Lyke said. “He is a top offensive player in the league and continues to prove and show that every game.”
Defenseman: Nico Pasquale – West Chester Wolves: Nico Pasquale contributed offensively from the blue line with four assists across a competitive two-game set for the Wolves. He registered two helpers in each contest, consistently supporting the attack and helping drive transition play. His reliability on the back end and ability to generate puck movement stood out in both close battles. Nico has been playing great hockey on the back end for our Defensive-core all season,” Head Coach and General Manager R.C. Lyke said. “He has been excellent in transition for our team and he is providing consistent puck movement and offensive production for our group every night.”
Goalie: Connor Broderick – Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Knights: Connor Broderick turned in a stellar performance in his lone start of the week, backstopping the Knights to a 4–2 road victory with 33 saves on 35 shots for a sharp .943 save percentage.
Rookie: Tomas Pribyl – West Chester Wolves: Tomas Pribyl showcased his early scoring touch by netting goals in back-to-back games for the Wolves, finishing the weekend with two tallies. The forward continues to establish himself as an emerging offensive contributor in his first NCDC season. “Tomas is a Czechia National team player who is now figuring out how to play North American hockey,” Head Coach and General Manager R.C. Lyke said. “He is just scratching the surface of his capability and we are excited to see how he continues to grow and develop everyday.”
Mountain Division
Forward: Owen Beyer – Idaho Falls Spud Kings: Owen Beyer powered the Spud Kings’ offense this week with a three-point effort across two road games, including a two-goal performance in Saturday’s tight shootout finish. He added an assist in Friday’s victory to
extend his weekend impact.
Defenseman: Leo Mantenuto – Idaho Falls Spud Kings: Leo Mantenuto played a key role at both ends of the ice for Idaho Falls, recording a goal and two assists over two games on the road. He opened the weekend with a one-goal, one-assist performance in Friday’s win and added another helper in Saturday’s shootout battle.
Goalie: Gavin Morris – Ogden Mustangs: Gavin Morris was sharp in his lone outing of the weekend, backstopping the Mustangs to a commanding 7–1 victory with 22 saves on 23 shots. His .957 save percentage highlighted an efficient and composed performance, giving Ogden a reliable presence in net while helping secure a strong home win.
Rookie: Liam Sheward – Ogden Mustangs: Liam Sheward made a major impact in his single game of the weekend, scoring twice to help lead the Mustangs to a convincing 7–1 victory.
New England Division
Forward: Ian Tuffin – Northern Cyclones: Ian Tuffin propelled the Cyclones to a pair of victories, posting three goals and two assists for five points across two games. He opened the week with a two-goal, one-assist outing and followed with another multi-point performance
to close out the road swing.
Defenseman: Drew Jensen – South Shore Kings: Drew Jensen delivered a steady two-way contribution from the blue line, recording a goal and three assists over a pair of South Shore victories. He registered a three-point showing on Friday and added another assist on Saturday.
Goalie: Patrick Müller – South Shore Kings: Patrick Müller stood tall through a two-win weekend for the Kings, highlighted by a 17-save shutout on Friday. He followed with a 28-save performance on Saturday to secure another victory, finishing the week with a .938 save percentage and a 1.50 goals-against average.
Rookie: Noah Jimbo – Worcester Railers JHC: Noah Jimbo posted a productive week for the Railers, recording a goal and four assists for five points over two games. He led the way in Saturday’s shutout victory with a three-assist performance after adding a goal earlier in the week.