The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) ice hockey team secured a decisive 4-1 win over Stonehill on Wednesday, featuring significant contributions from freshmen. Dylan Contreras scored his fifth goal of the season, while Ryan Johnson, who led the team with six goals, scored the final goal. New goalkeeper Tyler Krivtsov previously made 44 saves in the 1-1 draw against Wisconsin, demonstrating the emerging talent in the squad. UAA continues to build momentum with a challenging schedule, including a two-game series against Merrimack this weekend.

Through the numbers

• Dylan Contreras has scored 5 goals this season, accounting for 33% of UAA’s offense.
• Ryan Johnson leads the team with 6 goals, while Dimitry Kebreau has a team-high 12 points and 9 assists.

Yes but

While the freshmen are making an impact, there are questions about consistency and performance against ranked opponents that UAA will have limited chances against. The team’s overall record and performance so far in the final half of the season suggests potential challenges ahead.

state of affairs

• UAA has a 3-1 record in recent contests, including a loss and a draw against Wisconsin in the previous series.
• The Seawolves face Merrimack, a team they have performed well against in the past, with a record of 5-2-0.

What’s next?

The Seawolves face Merrimack in a two-game series this weekend. With key matchups against ranked teams looming, UAA’s performance could significantly impact its playoff prospects.

Conclusion

UAA’s freshmen are making progress, but their success against tougher competition will be crucial for the rest of the season. Continuous offensive contributions and solid goaltending will be crucial if a strong finish is to be sought.