UTICA, NY- Utica College men's hockey sophomore Alex Brissette has been named the College’s male athlete of the week for his performance on Friday against Castleton University.
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Brissette had two goals for the Pioneers, including a goal seven seconds into the game, which is the second fastest goal to start a game in Division III men’s hockey history. Brissette scored again in the third period, short-handed, to help the Pioneers to a convincing 5-2 win.
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Brissette now leads the team in goals (two), and is tied for the team lead in points (two) on the young season.
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The Pioneers will be back in action on Friday when they travel to Rochester, NY to open up ECAC West Conference action against Nazareth College. Puck drop is scheduled for 7 p.m.