ECHC Announces 2024 All-Star Challenge Roster

by ECHC Communications

The Empire Collegiate Hockey Conference (ECHC) is proud to announce the roster for Team Empire, set to compete in the 2024 AAU College Hockey All-Star Challenge. The team comprises standout players from across the conference, representing their schools with pride and skill.

Forwards:

  • Tim Duffy (Farmingdale State College - DI)
  • Brandon Avezov (New York Collegiate Hockey Club - DII)
  • Brendan Dixson (Farmingdale State College - DII)
  • Michael LoRicco (Farmingdale State College - DI)
  • Jack Hitchcock (Fairfield University - DIII)
  • Sean O'Donnell (Farmingdale State College - DI)
  • Brendan Cullen (Fairfield University - DI)
  • Connor Momrow (Fairfield University - DI)
  • Ryan Hille (Rutgers University - DII)
  • Carmine Pittelli (Fordham University - DI)
  • Jordan Cox (Hofstra University - DIII)
  • Owen Goulette (Fordham University - DI)
  • Jack Kinahan (Sacred Heart University - DII)
  • Anthony DeMario (Fordham University - DI)

Defensemen:

  • Jason Brennan (Farmingdale State College - DI)
  • Jason Bonante (Sacred Heart University - DII)
  • Brian Atwell (Ramapo College of New Jersey - DII)
  • Matthew Crowell (University of Delaware - DI)
  • Michael D''Alessandro (Farmingdale State College - DII)
  • Zach Lee (Fairfield University - DI)

Goaltenders:

  • Gene Castro (Stony Brook University - DIII)
  • Ryan Solomon (Quinnipiac University - DI)

Coaching Staff:

  • Head Coach: Devin Bertrand (University of New Haven)
  • Assistant Coaches: Joe Lane (Sacred Heart University) and David Brennan (Quinnipiac University)
  • Equipment Manager: Gabe Tacuri

Team Empire’s roster reflects a mix of players from different divisions, each bringing their unique strengths to the team. This selection includes those who were named to All-Conference teams for the Purple and Black Divisions, along with other standout players who have proven their abilities throughout the season.


Game Schedule:

  1. NEIHC vs. ECHC – April 12, 2024, 9:00 PM.
  2. CHS-Gray vs. ECHC – April 13, 2024, 8:00 AM.
  3. CHS-White vs. ECHC – April 13, 2024, 3:55 PM.
  4. The 4th game will be determined based on factors such as victory, periods won, shutouts, and achieving a 4-goal differential.

Inspiration Behind the Card Designs The All-Star Challenge cards, which will be released on social media, were inspired by the 1988 Topps All-Star baseball card design, adding a nostalgic touch to this year’s event.

The ECHC wishes the best of luck to Team Empire as they prepare to compete and represent the conference with pride.