USPHL Premier Stars of the Week | Jan. 12–18, 2026

The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) Premier has announced its Division Stars of the Week, recognizing standout performances from across the league during the week of January 12–18, 2026. Only players nominated by their teams were eligible for consideration.

 

Alberta Division

Forward: Lucas Giveen – Diamond Valley Rockies
Lucas Giveen put together a big week with six points (five goals, one assist) in two games, including a power-play goal.

Defenseman: Wyatt Wright – Hanna Havoc
Wyatt Wright posted an assist in Friday night’s game for the Havoc. 

Goaltender: Jacob Larsen – Diamond Valley Rockies
Jacob Larsen earned a win in goal, finishing the week at 1–0. Larsen stopped 23 of 27 shots, for a .852 SV%. 

 

Atlantic Division

Forward: Chase Gittens – Red Bank Generals
Chase Gittens produced five points (two goals, three assists) in a single game.

Defenseman: Vincent Raineri – Hershey Cubs
Vincent Raineri recorded six assists in two games from the blue line.

Goaltender: Wyatt Demers – West Chester Wolves
Wyatt Demers went 2–0 with a .967 save percentage, a 1.00 goals-against average, and one shutout.

 

Florida Division

Forward: Sam Moore – Tampa Bay Juniors
Sam Moore posted four points (three goals, one assist) in one game, including a power-play goal and a game-winner.

Defenseman: Ryder Johnston – Tampa Bay Juniors
In one showing, Tampa Bay defenseman Ryder Johnston posted 2 assists in a 9-1 win. 

Goaltender: Konsta Hiltunen – Tampa Bay Juniors
Konsta Hiltunen earned the win while posting a .964 save percentage and a 1.00 goals-against average.

 

Great Lakes Division

Forward: Derek Johnson – Bearcat Hockey Club
Derek Johnson tallied three points (two goals, one assist) in one game, including a power-play goal.

Defenseman: Enrick Fournier – Metro Jets
Enrick Fournier contributed three points (one goal, two assists) in two games.

Goaltender: Evan Peacock – Columbus Mavericks
Evan Peacock stopped 27 of 28 shots to earn the win with a .964 save percentage and a 1.00 goals-against average.

 

Midwest Division

Forward: Nikita Volobuiev – Fort Wayne Spacemen
Nikita Volobuiev scored two goals in two games, including a game-winning tally.

Defenseman: Charles Domaracki – Chicago Cougars
Charles Domaracki recorded five points (three goals, two assists) in three games.

Goaltender: Aiden Karst – Fort Wayne Spacemen
Spacemen goalie Aiden Karst took an overtime win on Saturday, 4-3. Karst stopped 36 of 39 shots in the thriller, which was good for a .923 SV%. 

 

New England Division

Forward: Chase Patrella – South Shore Kings
Chase Patrella exploded for nine points (seven goals, two assists) in two games, including two power-play goals.

Defenseman: Mattias Signoretti – South Shore Kings
Mattias Signoretti added two points (one goal, one assist) in two games.

Goaltender: Chase Murray – South Shore Kings
Chase Murray posted a .968 save percentage, a 0.89 goals-against average, and one shutout.

North Division

Forward: Felix Ahlstrand – Wisconsin Rapids River Kings
Felix Ahlstrand recorded nine points (five goals, four assists) in three games, including a game-winning goal.

Defenseman: Jacob Chevrier-Alexander – Wisconsin Rapids River Kings
Jacob Chevrier-Alexander totaled five points (three goals, two assists) in three games.

Goaltender: Cole Kelly – Minnesota Blue Ox
Cole Kelly earned a shutout while going 1–0 with a 1.000 save percentage and a 0.00 goals-against average.

 

Northwest Division

Forward: Brayden Boucher – Vernal Oilers
Vernal forward Brayden Boucher tallied 10 points over 3 games. Friday saw Boucher posted 4 goals, followed by a 3 point game on Saturday (1G, 2A) and rounded out Sunday with another 3 point game (2G, 1A). 

Defenseman: Jordan Trakosas – Vernal Oilers
Jordan Trakosas picked up five assists in three games.

Goaltender: Bence Veres-Fusku – Vernal Oilers
Bence Veres-Fusku earned a shutout victory, finishing 1–0 on the week. Veres-Fusku turned aside all 13 shots he faced in a 13-0 win. 

 

Pacific Division

Forward: Samuel Delaquis – Ontario Jr. Reign
Samuel Delaquis scored five points (four goals, one assist) in three games, including a game-winner.

Defenseman: Keanu McClanahan – Fresno Monsters
Keanu McClanahan added 2 points to his resume over 3 games. The defenseman scored a goal in back-to-back games on Saturday and Sunday. 

Goaltender: Ralfs Kalnins – Henderson Force
Ralfs Kalnins went 2–0 with a .936 save percentage and a 1.50 goals-against average.

 

Southeast Division

Forward: Daniel Alexander – Potomac Patriots
Daniel Alexander posted seven points (four goals, three assists) in two games, including a power-play goal.

Defenseman: Trevor Riggs – Potomac Patriots
Trevor Riggs contributed two points (one goal, one assist) in two games.

Goaltender: Cole Currier – Potomac Patriots
Cole Currier finished the week 2–0 with a .950 save percentage, a 1.00 goals-against average, and one shutout.

 

St. Lawrence Division

Forward: Caleb Laurie – St. Lazare Avalanche
Caleb Laurie recorded seven points (three goals, four assists) in three games.

Defenseman: Aaro Paloposki – Somang Hockey
Aaro Paloposki added three points (one goal, two assists) in two games.

Goaltender: Anthony Gervais – Hawkesbury Knights
Anthony Gervais earned a win in net, posting a .921 save percentage.