The 2018-19 season is underway for Boston College hockey, so catch up on the key storylines, players, and numbers to know about the year ahead.
Around the World and Back: Kali Flanagan’s Gold-Medal Path
After a whirlwind two years that featured months in Florida and South Korea, then culminated in an Olympic gold medal, Kali Flanagan has returned to BC to finish the national title push she’s prominently featured in.
Makenna Newkirk Strikes a Balance of Humble, Intense
Makenna Newkirk is humble and willing to adapt for the team, but don’t mistake that for a lack of intensity on the ice—she’s been nothing short of a star as she enters her fourth year on the Heights.
Ready for Anything: Delaney Belinskas Shines Anywhere
Delaney Belinskas has always played multiple sports, and nothing has changed—she’s playing key roles with women’s hockey and softball at BC.
Barnes, Bizal Carry BC to Dramatic Overtime Win in St. Lawrence Series Finale
Cayla Barnes scored the equalizer with 27.5 seconds remaining in regulation, and Grace Bizal slotted the game-winner in the extra frame to secure a second-straight overtime victory and a series sweep of the Saints.
Agnew’s Goal Lifts Eagles Past Saint Lawrence in OT
Lindsay Agnew scored her second goal in a BC uniform, and it was a big one—the junior transfer from Minnesota scored a minute into overtime to lift the Eagles past visiting Saint Lawrence.
Previewing 2018-19 Women’s Hockey: St. Lawrence
Fresh off a bounce back win over Syracuse, the sixth-ranked Eagles face another tough opponent—a two-game set with No. 10 St. Lawrence that begins Thursday night at Kelley Rink.
Balanced Scoring Paces BC to Convincing Home Opener Win
Eight different players recorded points, Maddy McArthur stopped 22 of 23 shots, and the Eagles won their 10th home opener in 12 tries under head coach Katie Crowley.
Previewing 2018-19 Women’s Hockey: Syracuse
After a two-game setback in Minnesota, BC takes on Syracuse in its home opener, which it has posted an impressive 9-1-1 record in under head coach Katie Crowley.
Best Case, Worst Case: 2018-19 Women’s Hockey
The Eagles have young star power, experienced veterans, and a consistent Coach of the Year candidate at their helm. Still, why is the lingering feeling one of another successful season ending too early?