PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. – Following a strong 2024–25 campaign that saw the Cardinals reach the State University of New York Athletic Conference (SUNYAC) Championship Game for the third consecutive season, the Plattsburgh State men's ice hockey team enters the 2025–26 season with high expectations and a renewed focus on returning to the top of the conference. The Cardinals aim to capture their 25th SUNYAC title in program history and extend their streak to 34 consecutive SUNYAC Tournament appearances.

Led once again by head coach Steve Moffat, the Cardinals finished last season with a record of 16–11–1 (8–6 SUNYAC), highlighted by an overtime win over Cortland in the SUNYAC Semifinals and a resilient championship run that came just short of the title. With a strong core of returners and a talented incoming class, Plattsburgh State looks to blend experience, depth, and discipline in pursuit of another postseason push.

Goaltenders

The Cardinals' goaltending group features returning junior Dominik Bovan (Bratislava, Slovakia), who appeared in two games last season, including a standout 23-save performance in the SUNYAC Championship Game. He will be joined by two promising first-year goaltenders — Beau Lane (Pembroke, Mass.) and Bradon Spry (Belleville, Ontario). Lane joins the Cardinals following stints with the Philadelphia Rebels and South Shore Kings, where he earned NZ Prep Goalie of the Year honors in 2023. Spry arrives after helping lead the Trenton Golden Hawks to a league championship, bringing additional depth and athleticism to the crease.

Defensemen

Experience anchors the Cardinals' blue line this season, with several key returners complemented by an influx of young talent. Senior Spencer Bellina (Medina, Ohio) returns as a steady presence after leading the team with 41 blocked shots and serving as co-captain last season. Fellow senior Brannon Butler (Toronto, Ontario) adds leadership and defensive reliability, finishing last year with a team-best +10 rating. Senior Lonan Bulger (Yellowknife, Northwest Territories) also returns after earning SUNYAC All-Tournament Team honors and contributing seven points, including a standout four-point game in the conference playoffs.

Juniors Simon Singher (Beloeil, Quebec) and Sam D'Amico (St. Catharines, Ontario) add further stability, Singher recorded two assists in 17 games last season, while D'Amico looks to return from injury.
First-year additions Thierry Lizotte (Saint-François-de-la-Rivière-du-Sud, Quebec), Jaden Ward (East Aurora, N.Y.), Mike English (Hague, N.Y.), and Kyle James (Almonte, Ontario) round out the defensive unit, providing size, mobility, and developmental potential for the future.

Forwards

The 2025–26 forward group combines proven scoring ability with new offensive depth. Senior Jake Sacratini (Montreal, Quebec) headlines the attack after leading the team with 24 points on nine goals and 15 assists last season, while junior Vlad Pshenichnikov (Moscow, Russia) returns after producing 18 points in just 17 games since joining the team midseason. Juniors Aaron Catron (Middletown, Del.) and Patrick Cole (Lancaster, N.Y.) add further firepower, each reaching double-digit goal totals a season ago.

Seniors Riley Sutherland (Burlington, Ontario) and Colin Callanan (Stony Point, N.Y.) bring veteran leadership and clutch scoring, while senior Joshua Belgrave (Burlington, Ontario) looks to return to full strength after a season cut short by injury. Sophomores Tyler Ramm, Shane Bondy, and Blake Hall headline a talented young core that made an immediate impact last season, with Ramm tying for the team lead in goals (11) and earning SUNYAC Rookie of the Week honors.

An exciting class of newcomers joins the forward unit, including Alexandro Moliner (Delson, Quebec), Zander Latreille (Windsor, Ontario), Gabriel Filion (Montreal, Quebec), Devin Mauro (Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario), Ty Oller (Wayne, N.J.), and Felix-Antoine Parenteau (St-Augustin-de-Desmaures, Quebec). Each brings unique skill and scoring touch, adding even greater offensive depth to an already potent lineup.