EASTON, Mass. (June 5, 2025) – The Stonehill College men's ice hockey team concluded a historic 2024-25 campaign, establishing a new standard of success in its NCAA Division I journey. Under the guidance of first-year head coach David Berard, the Skyhawks posted 12 wins—10 of which came against Division I opponents—marking a significant improvement from the previous season.

Stonehill set a program record for Division I victories, earning statement wins over Lake Superior State, Army, St. Lawrence, Merrimack, Long Island, and Lindenwood. The Skyhawks also posted a .500 home record (7-7) and a program-best five road wins.

The season's defining moment came on January 18, when Stonehill stunned No. 9 UMass Lowell with a dramatic overtime victory—the program's first-ever win over a nationally ranked Division I opponent. Junior Evan Orr delivered the game-winner just 30 seconds into the extra frame.

Stonehill also secured six victories over opponents from premier Division I conferences, including Atlantic Hockey, Hockey East, CCHA, and ECAC. On November 1, the Skyhawks recorded their first-ever Division I shutout with a 4-0 win over St. Lawrence. Goaltenders Connor Androlewicz and Linards Lipskis combined for a program-record four shutouts over the course of the season.

Another milestone was achieved with Stonehill's first win over Long Island University, snapping a 16-game losing streak to the Sharks. Androlewicz posted a 2-0 shutout on the road—the program's first Division I shutout away from home. The Skyhawks later capped the season with a thrilling 2-1 overtime victory against LIU, becoming the only independent team to defeat the Sharks in 2024-25.

Stonehill's success also extended to marquee venues, including Warrior Ice Arena—the Boston Bruins' practice facility—where they notched wins over Merrimack and Army. The victory over Merrimack completed Stonehill's first-ever series sweep of a Division I opponent, following a season-opening 3-2 overtime triumph on October 6.

Individual honors highlighted the team's rise, with four players earning Division I Independent monthly awards. Sophomore Anthony Galante and Orr were named Player of the Month for November and January, respectively. Freshman Leo Chambers was recognized as Rookie of the Month in December, and Androlewicz earned Goaltender of the Month honors in February. Galante and Orr were later named Division I Independent All-Stars.

Galante also became Stonehill's first-ever semifinalist for the prestigious 73rd Walter Brown Award and finished the season with a program-record 22 points (13 goals, 9 assists). Orr contributed 15 points (8 goals, 7 assists), led the team with 49 blocked shots, and tallied five game-winning goals—including three in overtime—to set another program record.

Capping the season's success, forward Henri Schreifels signed a professional contract with the ECHL's Wheeling Nailers, the affiliate of the NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins, becoming the first Skyhawk to advance to the professional ranks in the Division I era.

Stonehill College men's hockey made significant strides during the 2024-25 season, setting new standards for success and paving the way for future achievements at the Division I level.

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