Premier January Stars of the Month
The United States Premier Hockey League (USPHL) Premier has announced its January Stars of the Month, recognizing standout performances from the month.
The United States Premier Hockey League extends its deepest condolences following the tragic passing of three members of the Southern Alberta Mustangs organization Caden Fine, JJ Wright, and Cameron Casorso. The entire league stands in solidarity with the Mustangs, their families, and the broader hockey community during this incredibly difficult time. In honor of their lives, their passion for the game, and the impact they made on those around them, the USPHL is recognizing Caden, JJ, and Cameron as Alberta Stars of the Month. Their memory will forever remain a part of our hockey family.
A GoFundMe has been set up to help lift the financial burden of travel, funeral costs, and day to day expenses of the players families from Canada and the United States. Click here for more information.
The Mustangs will be holding a Benefit Night Game on Sunday, February 8th.
Alberta
Forward: Caden Fine – Southern Alberta Mustangs: Caden Fine was in his first season with the Southern Alberta Mustangs and quickly earned the respect of everyone around him through his work ethic, compete level, and genuine love for the game. The 17-year-old Birmingham, Alabama native — and former Jr. Bulls standout — brought relentless energy to every practice and game. Coaches praised his drive to improve each day, his team-first approach, and his ability to lift up the players around him. Though early in his junior career, Caden’s impact was immediate and lasting, making him a beloved part of the Mustangs organization.
Forward: JJ Wright – Southern Alberta Mustangs: The Mustangs remember JJ Wright, an 18-year-old forward from Kamloops, British Columbia, whose character and consistency defined his time with the organization. A longtime member of the Kamloops Minor Hockey Association, JJ arrived in Alberta with a reputation for leadership and strong two-way play, and he lived up to every bit of it. JJ led through his actions, always the first to put in the work and the last to leave the ice. His teammates admired his calm, steady presence, his commitment to the group, and his willingness to take on any role needed. JJ was respected by everyone who played with him, and his quiet determination and team-first mentality will never be forgotten.
Goalie: Cameron Casorso – Southern Alberta Mustangs: The Mustangs also honor Cameron Casorso, an 18-year-old goaltender from Kamloops, British Columbia, whose passion, composure, and dedication made him a cornerstone presence both on and off the ice. A product of the Kamloops Minor Hockey Association from 2012–2025, Cameron developed into a poised, technically sound goaltender who thrived under pressure. His teammates trusted him deeply, not just for the critical saves he made, but for his calm demeanor, supportive nature, and unwavering commitment to the team. Cameron approached every day with purpose, consistently striving to improve and help those around him. His legacy as a teammate, friend, and competitor will always remain within the Mustangs community.
Atlantic Division
Forward: Benjamin Smith – Mercer Chiefs: Mercer forward Benjamin Smith put up 21 points (10G, 11A) in 9 games, driving the Chiefs’ offense all month long.
Defenseman: Vincent Raineri – Hershey Cubs: Cubs defender Vincent Raineri quarterbacked from the blue line with 9 assists in 9 games, consistently generating offense and puck movement.
Goalie: Wyatt Demers – West Chester Wolves: West Chester goalie Wyatt Demers went 6-0-0 across January, stopping 132 of 142 shots for a 1.71 GAA, .930 save percentage, and 1 shutout, giving the Wolves elite stability all month.
Florida Division
Forward: Brady Lane – Tampa Bay Juniors: Forward Brady Lane registered 11 points (5G, 6A) in 11 games, providing steady production up front throughout the month.
Defenseman: Olivier Melnychuk – Florida Eels: Eels defenseman Olivier Melnychuk had a strong two-way month from the back end with 11 points (2G, 9A) in 10 games.
Goalie: Konsta Hiltunen – Tampa Bay Juniors: Tampa Bay goalie Konsta Hiltunen delivered standout numbers going 5-2-0 with a 2.06 GAA, a .941 save percentage, and 207 saves on 220 shots to anchor Tampa Bay’s crease.
Great Lakes Division
Forward: Jack Treacy – Red River Spartans: Spartans forward Jack Treacy was a game-breaker all month with 23 points (12G, 11A) in 7 games.
Defenseman: Landon Edwards – Toledo Cherokee: Toledo defender Landon Edwards contributed consistently from the blue line with 9 points (3G, 6A) in 11 games.
Goalie: Daxton Lucidi – Toledo Cherokee: Cherokee goalie Daxton Lucidi faced a heavy workload, finishing January 4-3-0 with 184 saves on 208 shots, a 3.46 GAA, a .884 save percentage, and 1 shutout for Toledo.
Midwest Division
Forward: Illia Moskvin – Chicago T-Rex: T-Rex forward Illia Moskvin Produced at better than two points per game with 21 points (8G, 13A) in 9 games.
Defenseman: Preston Slater – Fort Wayne Spacemen: Spacemen defenseman Preston Slater delivered from the blue line with 7 points (1G, 6A) in 11 games, helping drive possession and transition.
Goalie: Logan D’Andrea – MJDP: Logan D’Andrea went a perfect 3-0-0 turning aside 46 of 50 shots en route to a 2.16 GAA and .920 save percentage for MJDP.
New England Division
Forward: Chase Patrella – South Shore Kings: South Shore forward Chase Patrella turned in a big month offensively with 19 points (6G, 13A) in 11 games.
Defenseman: Owen Kneeland – Northern Cyclones: Cyclones defenseman Owen Kneeland was a major driver of offense from the back end with 15 points (2G, 13A) in 9 games.
Goalie: Chase Murray – South Shore Kings: Goalie Chase Murray produced one of the league’s top stat lines with 4-0-0, allowing just 3 goals on 97 shots for a 0.84 GAA, .969 save percentage, and an impressive 3 shutouts.
North Division
Forward: Preston Lundbohm – Northwest Express: Northwest Express forward Preston Lundbohm stayed productive all month with 19 points (8G, 11A) in 11 games.
Defenseman: Jeb Gould – Minnesota Squatch: Squatch defenseman Jeb Gould posted 12 points (2G, 10A) in 11 games, providing steady offense and play-driving from the blue line. 
Goalie: Peyton Anderson – Minnesota Squatch: Squatch goalie Peyton Anderson was lights-out, going 5-0-0 while stopping 125 of 131 shots, finishing with a 1.18 GAA, .954 save percentage, and 1 shutout.
Northwest Division
Forward: Aatu Suontakanen – Seattle Totems: Seattle forward Aatu Suontakanen exploded for 26 points (11G, 15A) in 6 games, one of the most dominant scoring runs of the month.
Defenseman: Miroslav Rakicky – Vernal Oilers: Vernal defender Miroslav Rakicky put up 9 points (3G, 6A) in 7 games, producing consistently from the back end.
Goalie: Noah Pfab – Vernal Oilers: Vernal goalie Noah Pfab remained unbeaten in 5 games, posting 3-0-0 with 52 saves on 57 shots, a 1.67 GAA, .912 save percentage, and 1 shutout for Vernal.
Pacific Division
Forward: William Lindgren – Fresno Monsters: Monsters forward William Lindgren led the way offensively with 25 points (14G, 11A) in 12 games.
Defenseman: Loui Lundahl – Henderson Force: Henderson defenseman Loui Lundahl fueled the attack from the blue line with 13 points (1G, 12A) in 11 games.
Goalie: Ralfs Kalnins – Henderson Force: Henderson goalie Ralfs Kalnins delivered a massive workload month, going 7-0-0 in 11 games with 207 saves on 222 shots, a 1.95 GAA, .932 save percentage, and 1 shutout to lead the division.
Southeast Division
Forward: Daniel Alexander – Potomac Patriots: Daniel Alexander delivered a huge month with 22 points (8G, 14A) in 9 games, sparking the Patriots’ offense.
Defenseman: Linus Gustafsson – Hampton Roads Whalers: Whalers defenseman Linus Gustafsson produced 7 points (2G, 5A) in 5 games, generating offense from the back end.
Goalie: Cole Currier – Potomac Patriots: Potomac netminder Currier turned in 5-0-0 across 9 games, stopping 159 of 172 shots while finishing with a 2.60 GAA, .924 save percentage, and 1 shutout for Potomac.
St. Lawrence Division
Forward: Janis Labanovskis – Somang Hockey: Janis Labanovskis posted 14 points (7G, 7A) in 7 games, averaging two points per game on the month. 
Defenseman: John Duffy – New York Dynamo: Dynamo Defenseman John Duffy had a massive January in production from the blue line with 13 points (7G, 6A) in 10 games.
Goalie: Anthony Gervais – Hawkesbury Knights: Goaltender Anthony Gervais went 3-0-0 in 7 games, recording 78 saves on 86 shots and finishing the month with a 2.82 GAA and .907 save percentage.