Nathan DiChiara is a strong, two-way defender for the Yale Jr. Bulldogs. (Brian Kelly/YEHJ)
MARLBOROUGH, Mass. — Even with many college coaches in Blaine, Minn., for the NAHL Showcase, there were still many colleges in attendance at the Beast Fall Classic this past weekend.
In this story, we've identified uncommitted defenders and goalies who stood out from the pack.
It's an interesting year for players at the 16U level. All are looking to round out their games for two reasons: to stand out for colleges and be impact players at the prep or high school levels this winter.
Here are the three games I watched:
- Avon Regals 16U vs. Neponset Valley River Rats 16U
- Mid Fairfield 16U vs. East Coast Militia 16U
- Long Island Gulls 16U vs. Yale Jr. Bulldogs 16U
Here are six uncommitted defensemen and goalies who stood out in those games:
