Unstoppable Holy Cross Men's Ice Hockey Team: Astonishing 10-Game Winning Streak Continues to Rule AHA
The Holy Cross Men's Hockey team has been on a remarkable winning streak, securing 10 consecutive victories and currently leading the Atlantic Hockey America (AHA) standings. With a record of 19-11-2 and 53 points, the team is showing no signs of slowing down.
The latest victory came after a hard-fought game against Canisius, which the Crusaders swept to advance to the AHA Semifinals. The team's goal differential during this streak stands at an impressive +30, outscoring opponents 47 to 17.
Key players such as Liam McLinskey, a Hobey Baker Finalist, have been shining bright. McLinskey has put up an impressive 13 points in his last 5 games and leads the AHA in points with 40 on the season. Junior Mack Oliphant has also been impressive, doubling his point total from last year and contributing 7 points over the streak.
Junior Devin Phillips continues to impress with his consistent performance, averaging almost a point per game this season and adding 10 points over the win streak. Goalie Thomas Gale has been exceptional, recording a 1.64 Goals Against Average (GAA) during the streak and earning a spot on the Mike Richter award watch list.
Senior forward John Gelatt was named AHA Player of the Week last week, putting up 4 goals and 2 assists against RIT. Team captain Matt Shatsky stated that the team now walks into games with the expectation to win. Senior Nic Petrulo has been a defensive standout, boasting a +15 +/- during a season in which the unit has only allowed 2.28 goals per game.
The successful 2024-25 season has been good for both Holy Cross Ice Hockey programs. However, specific details on recent winning streaks and standings are not yet available. For precise standings, current winning streak stats, and a list of key hockey players, checking the official Holy Cross athletics website or the latest Patriot League hockey updates closer to or during the season would be advisable.
In other news, an article discusses the investigation by the Atlantic Hockey Association into "blind" referees assigned to a recent game against AIC. The Holy Cross team was coming off a 5-1 loss against Bentley before their winning streak began.
The article, categorized under "Sports", was penned by Jake McGuire '27, with Ben Lepper '25 serving as the Editor-In-Chief. The 2024-2025 season has been marked by significant fundraising initiatives for the hockey programs and ongoing competitive play, signaling a promising future for Holy Cross Ice Hockey.
The Holy Cross Men's Hockey team's remarkable winning streak in sports, which currently stands at 11 games, has been bolstered by the exceptional performance of key players such as Liam McLinskey and Junior Mack Oliphant in athletics. The team's success in events like the AHA Semifinals has earned them the lead in the Atlantic Hockey America (AHA) standings, with a record of 19-11-2 and 53 points.
